University of Miami (UM)

Founded in 1925 by a group of Miami citizens who believed that an institution of higher learning was necessary for the development of their young and growing community, the University has matured into a major research university and academic health system. Located within one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in the world, the University is a distinctive community with a variety of races, ethnicities, customs, genders, and faiths. Its geographic location uniquely positions the University to be both local and global in outlook and outreach.

Mission:
The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

UM are committed to freedom of inquiry-the freedom to think, to question, to criticize, and to dissent. They will pursue excellence in Their research and educational missions with the single-mindedness that marks great commitments. They will prepare Their students for rewarding lifelong careers and will instill in them a continued and permanent dedication to the search for knowledge and the search for truth. They will provide them with the foundations for ethical citizenship and service to others, a respect for differences among people, and a commitment to high standards of thought and communication. They will provide service to Their community and beyond, including the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care through an academic health system. They will strive to transform the world in positive ways through innovative education, impactful research and scholarship, and the translation of knowledge into solutions.