"The
College of Natural Sciences will enhance the quality of life
and health of the communities it serves by promoting educational,
social, economic, scientific, and cultural advancement through:
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Establishing
centers of academic leadership in the fields of biology, chemistry,
computer science, geology, health science, kinesiology, mathematics,
nursing, and physics;
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Meeting the emerging and identified needs of the community;
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Developing
new academic programs to meet future challenges;
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Linking
research and teaching that will benefit K-12, undergraduate
and graduate education;
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Applying
interdisciplinary approaches for the solution of problems;
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Preparing students for advanced studies;
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Fostering camaraderie and providing a safe environment for faculty,
staff, students, and administration;
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Enabling students and faculty to achieve their full potential
in their quest for learning and teaching; and,
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Cultivating the appreciation of the relevance of the sciences
in everyday life through outreach and public education."
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