Montana State University Billings

Core Purpose

To assure that all members of the university community reach their individual potential

MSU Billings provides a university experience characterized by:

Montana State University Billings will be recognized as a regional leader for:

Teaching & Learning
Translating Knowledge into Practice
Researching for the Future
Accepting Leadership for Intellectual, Cultural, Social & Economic Development Beyond University Boundarie

Integrity: MSU Billings’ actions are ethical & principled to assure dignity & equity for all
Educational Excellence: MSU Billings provides distinctive programs & challenging educational experiences for a diverse university community
Student Achievement: MSU Billings provides academic support & administrative services to foster academic & professional achievement of the university community
Community of Learners: MSU Billings respects & nurtures variety in intellectual contribution & scholarship enriching both the university & its extended community
Meaningful Engagement: MSU Billings supports all members of the university community in their individual growth toward confidence, individual sense of purpose & acceptance of civic responsibilities
Responsiveness: MSU Billings meets the changing needs of our learners with informed action & innovation based on current standards of educational & technical excellence

Programs: Create and maintain distinctive, vital academic programs and services for 21st Century learners
Faculty Excellence: Cultivate excellence in & outside the classroom, in scholarly endeavors & exemplary service through faculty & staff development, support for scholarship, continuing assessment, & recognition of professional service
Needs of Learners: Identify the needs of all learners & provide access to a university experience that fulfills both individual goals & societal needs
Social Equity: Model social equity and consciousness by assuring that all members of our campus community grows because of their University experience
Research Initiatives: Increase the stature, professionalism & research initiatives of all academic programs & student services
Economic Access: Augment local, state & regional economic development through the strength of the University’s financial base & our learners’ contributions to their communities
Global Engagement: Increase staff, faculty & student awareness, understanding, & involvement in the international community
University Infrastructure: Ensure an administrative, operational and physical infrastructure that fully supports excellence