Mission Statements and Goals

Mission

To provide a world-class health sciences education to every member of our community through innovative, adaptive learning environments that empower students to excel as ethical practitioners and scientists.

Vision

Building on PHSU’s reputation as a prestigious academic and research leader, the institution will continue to provide exceptional education to all students while focusing its research efforts on addressing health disparities.

Goals

• To continue its commitment to excellence in educational achievement by recruiting outstanding diverse students and faculty and providing the appropriate resources for the development of high-quality academic programs.
• To expand its academic and professional educational offerings to include other health related fields.
• To enhance recognition of the institution’s commitment to excellence in basic and clinical research, scholarship, and creative pursuits, supporting existing investigators and recruiting new highly qualified researchers.
• To expand and improve its high quality medical, mental health, diagnostic and therapeutic services.
• To continue to be an institution that prepares ethical professionals and scientists that contribute to society in general and to Puerto Rico in particular.