About the Department

Values Statement

OUR VALUES

There are essential ethical and civic values that are essential to our central mission of excellence in research and teaching. All members of our community, whether faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduates, or visiting scholars, commit to upholding these values:

Respect and Professionalism

We treat each other with dignity and professionalism, whether in research, teaching, or interactions with the university community and the outside world.

Health and Safety

We recognize that the physical and mental health of all members of the departmental community is paramount.

Integrity

We are committed to integrity and honesty in all of our actions.

Diversity and Inclusion

We strive to create and support a community of thoughts and ideas from diverse backgrounds and promote equity within our community.

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