Vision and Mission

Vision

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science aspires to be nationally and internationally recognized for excellence in the topic areas under our purview. We strive to cultivate novel internal and external collaborations to create effective solutions that meet the increasing scale and complexity of the scientific questions and problems of today and tomorrow. As the most racially, culturally, and ethnically diverse college in the State University System of Florida, our vision is to be the place where everyone with a passion for the sciences can pursue a degree and succeed with an impactful career.

Mission

The mission of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science is to engage in pioneering research that addresses fundamental and applied questions across the breadth of the sciences, recognizing our unique strengths in environment, health, and data science. Through the fusion of our strengths in research and education, we equip the next generation of scientists, problem solvers, decision makers, and leaders to employ the powerful tools of scientific discovery for the benefit of humanity and society. By sharing our research outcomes with the broader public, we catalyze curiosity and inspire discussion and deeper learning for a scientifically informed society.