Stanford University Mission, Vision & Values
Stanford University Mission Statement
Stanford University's Founding Grant states the university’s objective is “to qualify its students for personal success, and direct usefulness in life” and its purpose “to promote the public welfare by exercising an influence on behalf of humanity and civilization." We solve some of the world's most complex problems through the application of research findings and we educate the leaders of the future.
Stanford University Vision Statement
Fueled by optimism, ingenuity and a sense of responsibility, we seek to accelerate our purposeful impact in the world.
Stanford University Values
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Respect
- Freedom of inquiry and expression
- Tenacity
- Optimism
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Stanford University Employee Alignment
Besides getting paid, the “company mission” is the most important thing about their work for 20% of employees at Stanford University. 22% of employees say that the main reason they stay at Stanford University is because of the Stanford University company mission. When asked to whom they feel the most loyal at work, 50% of employees said Stanford University's mission and vision. Comparably data clearly shows that a focused mission statement and cohesive core company values are vital to maintaining employee alignment.