Since its founding in 1841, LSA has been a world leader in research and delivering an extraordinary liberal arts and sciences education. Along the way, we have invented approaches that have changed higher education and the world. Today, the world faces challenges as daunting and complex as it has ever seen. What is the role of LSA and the liberal arts now? What must be our priorities, and how will we achieve them? Our vision, mission, and core values will serve as guideposts and practical tools as we write the college’s next chapters.
Vision
We are a diverse intellectual community, working together to reimagine the world and create positive, purposeful change.
Mission
As a public liberal arts college, LSA’s mission is twofold:
To push the boundaries of what is understood about human experience and the natural world, and
To foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
Values
Exploration. We believe in bold investigation that transforms current assumptions, sparks new ideas, and changes the very questions we ask.
Common Good. We are committed to social impact, working together to advance a more just and sustainable future.
Inclusion. We actively work to increase access, welcome different perspectives, and build a community where each person feels a sense of purpose and belonging.
Well-being. We recognize that taking care of ourselves and one another is a shared responsibility, and that everyone needs support to thrive.
Integrity. We align our actions with our collective values and a steadfast commitment to ethical practice.
Where LSA Is Headed
Dean Rosario Ceballo has partnered with faculty, staff, and students across the College and across campus to develop strategic priorities that guide LSA's future, from first-generation student support to interdisciplinary discovery.
