Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan

Opening its doors in 1999, the College of Information Sciences and Technology is a vibrant home to thousands of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and collaborators. Existing at the intersection of information, technology, and society, we drive collaborative research discovery, provide residential and online instruction, and strive to address the most complex and impactful societal challenges of the Information Age.

Mission

The College of Information Sciences and Technology fosters an inclusive and diverse community engaged in innovative interdisciplinary education, research, and service to prepare leading professionals and scholars who leverage technology and critical thinking skills to solve the complex challenges of an information society.

Vision

The College of Information Sciences and Technology will be on the leading edge in advancing inclusive, ethical, and value-based discovery at the intersection of people, information, and technology while creatively addressing challenges to produce innovative solutions for a sustainable environment.

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Strategic Plan (2026-2030)

The College of IST's Strategic Plan outlines our mission, vision, and values, and establishes are strategic priorities in six key areas. Through the integration and evaluation of the plan, the college will be positioned to further develop students, professionals, and researchers who can address the most pressing challenges that exist at the intersection of information, technology, and society.

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