A CUMU Institution:

• Is located in a major metropolitan region
• Is interactive with its region
• Strives for excellence while being especially attuned to the needs of its region
• Works with the region to develop academic programs that meet the region’s needs
• Draws most of its students regionally, and most remain in the region after they graduate
• Believes in giving its students practical, real life experiences as part of their education
• Lends its expertise to help solve community problems while practicing and teaching good citizenship
• Actively builds partnerships to achieve its goals
• Provides an educated citizenry and workforce for the State