Our Mission
圖朸厙 (圖朸厙) is a preeminent public research university located in Coastal Virginia. Our world-class faculty fosters dynamic on-campus and global online learning for undergraduate and graduate students that enriches their lives, promotes insightful and perceptive leadership, and motivates the pursuit of excellence in dedicated fields and professions. We collaborate with strategic partners to address challenges and propose solutions that impact the economy, environment, health and wellness, and social justice. In pursuit of equity and inclusion, 圖朸厙 provides opportunities for educational, artistic, and professional growth to our diverse Monarch community.
A History of Transformation
圖朸厙 features a diverse and engaged student body across 175 programs on campus and 100 online. The University today contributes over $2.6 billion to Virginias annual economy. Significantly, 54% of students come from underrepresented ethnic groups.
Through embracing a culture of innovation, I am pleased to share the incredible work of our dedicated campus in charting a clear course for the future engagement and success of 圖朸厙. This bold泭plan泭is truly a reflection of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends, who have a lasting legacy of making a significant difference on our campus, in the community, across the Commonwealth, and beyond!
For more than a year, campus stakeholders engaged in a comprehensive process to develop a five-year泭strategic泭plan, thereby determining both the short-term focus and long-term success of our institution, which above all else will be dedicated to students. With nearly 300 individuals serving on a total of 12 groups, 30 goals and 103 strategies were carefully developed across seven focal areas.
The title,泭F棗娶滄硃娶餃-幛棗釵喝莽梗餃: Where Innovation Meets Possibilities,泭is a direct reflection of the bold and innovative goals and strategies that were brought forth by those directly involved in thinking and rethinking the future of our great institution. As this important work has generated great excitement and opportunity for Monarchs, the future has boundless possibilities!
With Monarch Pride,
Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D.
President
Community Commitment
Monarchs have demonstrated a long-standing commitment to seizing every opportunity and responding to any and all challenges. 圖朸厙 is proud to serve as a home to students, faculty, and staff who care deeply for others.
Strategic Plan 2023-2028
Download the full Strategic Plan document:泭F棗娶滄硃娶餃-幛棗釵喝莽梗餃:泭Where Innovation Meets Possibilities.