Our Vision

Through active discovery, applied knowledge and creative interaction, we positively transform our students and the communities where they live and work.

Our Vision Defined

St. Cloud State University makes a positive, long-term impact on the lives of our students. We provide rigorous and relevant academic experiences with engaged, active learning opportunities in an intellectually vibrant, inclusive and diverse campus community. Our graduates are well-prepared to act as responsible global citizens and professionals who remain actively connected with our university.

We prepare our students for life, work and citizenship in the twenty-first century.

Our Mission

Supporting Materials


The following items were approved by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees April 20, 2011.