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VISION
TO BE A GLOBAL LEADER IN POLICY RESEARCH
AND EDUCATION THAT IS DRIVEN BY
INNOVATION AND IMPACT
MISSION
The Andrew Young School of Policy Studies advances social and economic
progress to enhance communities locally and globally. To achieve this, we
conduct innovative and actionable research and prepare future leaders to
tackle our most pressing challenges.
VALUES
Student Success
Fostering sustained personal and professional growth through
innovative teaching, mentorship, and academic opportunities that
prepare students for impactful careers
Research Excellence and Innovation
Advancing knowledge through cross-disciplinary and actionable
research that addresses current and future societal challenges
Social Impact
Driving justice and positive change by creating solutions with
communities locally and globally that address critical social
and economic issues
Community
Promoting a culture of accessibility and respect, ensuring
our faculty, staff, and students are valued and supported
Collaborative Leadership
Fostering transformative leadership and mutual
respect through active collaboration with public,
private, and non-pro昀椀t partners to create a
united and impactful community
