UAA Mission and Vision

Mission

The Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ (UAA) transforms lives through teaching, research, community engagement and creative expression in a welcoming* environment. Serving students, the state, and the communities of Southcentral Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ, UAA is a comprehensive, open access, public university established on the ancestral lands of the  Dena’ina, Ahtna, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq, and Eyak/dAXunhyuu Peoples.

Vision

We are known as a university of distinction, transforming lives and communities.

Aspirations

  1. We put students first.
  2. We embrace our role as a trusted and respected community partner. **
  3. We positively impact communities and the world through innovation.
  4. We accelerate excellence through continuous improvement. 

* Mission statement was revised pursuant to UA Board of Regents motion on 2.21.25.
** Aspirations were revised and renumbered pursuant to UA Board of Regents motion on 2.21.25.

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