- Mission [1]
- The mission of the National Defense University is to prepare military and civilian leaders from the United States and other
countries to evaluate national and international security challenges through multi-disciplinary educational and research programs,
professional exchanges and outreach. The Board provides advice and guidance to the university leadership in support of its
education, research, and outreach missions. The Board participated in extensive review and critique of the university’s strategic
planning initiative,a living document currently spanning the period 2011-2017:Vision: The pre-eminent Federal institution
for education, research, and outreach in national and international security. Values: In all its activities the National Defense
University strives to promote and reward:Academic FreedomAn educational and research climate that fosters and protects free
expression, rigorous analysis and open intellectual exchange.Integrity An organizational culture based on openness, honesty,
trust and ethical conduct.ExcellenceA determined commitment to scholarship, knowledge development, institutional agility,
innovation and creativity.CommunityThe embrace of diverse peoples, ideas and cultures in a spirit of lifelong professional
cooperation and collaboration.Growth and DevelopmentAn environment that fosters individual intellectual and physical well
being.Goals: Achieve the highest standard of Joint Professional Military Education.Develop strategic knowledge and critical
thinking, promote cross-cultural understanding, and create operational awareness to prepare graduates to exercise strong leadership.Promote
unity of effort across and beyond the US government through national security education programs, research, activities and
organizations that anticipate and address complex security challenges.Invest in faculty, staff, technology and facilities
to promote excellence in educational programs, research, exchanges and outreach.Cultivate national and international relationships
that contribute to the University’s vision and mission.Build life-long learning communities that sustain and renew the capabilities
of graduates over the course of their professional careers.
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