Core Values
The mission and objectives of Rochester University are met by adhering to seven core values:
1. Integrity – Act in an honest, fair, and ethical manner, creating a culture of trust evidence in all activity and decision-making.
2. Excellence – Seeking high standards for delivering high-quality programs, teaching, service scholarship, and research performance with commitment to continued development.
3. Accountability – Ensuring academic integrity, continued assessment and fiscal integrity and value through keen management of resources available for the institution.
4. Leadership – Serving the community with humility, respect and cultural sensitivity
5. Respect – Embracing cultural diversity and treating others with civility, honor and professionalism in all matters.
6. Innovation – Encouraging, probing and supporting new ideas by fostering creativity, and creating an environment with chance to grow.
7. Collegiality – Working together as a team to encourage share of governance and engage in participation.