Goals and Remit of Columbia University 1. Academic Excellence • Provide a rigorous education to students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. • Attract and support world-class faculty in all disciplines. 2. Research and Innovation • Lead globally in the creation and dissemination of new knowledge. • Support interdisciplinary research that addresses complex societal challenges, from climate change to public health to artificial intelligence. 3. Global Engagement • Actively foster a global perspective through research partnerships, study abroad programs, and Columbia Global Centers. • Contribute to solving international challenges through education, diplomacy, and collaboration. 4. Public Service and Social Impact • Serve society by applying research and scholarship to public policy, education, medicine, and urban life. • Maintain a strong commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion.