Eight design aspirations guide the ongoing evolution of ASU as a New American University. These institutional objectives are integrated in innovative ways throughout the university to achieve excellence, access and impact.
Leverage Our Place
ASU embraces its culture, socioeconomic and physical setting.Enable Student Success
ASU is committed to the success of each unique student.Transform Society
ASU catalyzes social change by being connected to social needs.Fuse Intellectual Disciplines
ASU creates knowledge by transcending academic disciplines.Value Entrepreneurship
ASU uses its knowledge and encourages innovation.Be Socially Embedded
ASU connects with communities through mutually beneficial partnerships.Conduct Use-Inspired Research
ASU research has purpose and impact.Engage Globally
ASU engages with people and issues locally, nationally and internationally.