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Mission, Vision, Values

These statements align with the mission of The Ohio State University: To advance the well-being of the people of Ohio and the global community through the creation and dissemination of knowledge.

Vision

The vision of the College of Public Health at The Ohio State University is to be a leader in public health research and education with local impact and global significance.

Mission

The mission of the College of Public Health is to protect and improve the health of the people of Ohio, the nation and the world. Through interdisciplinary research, we seek to understand the forces that affect public health and the delivery of health services. We prepare the next generation of public health practitioners, health care managers and scholars. Collaborating with government agencies and other partners, we develop solutions to current and emerging public health problems.

Values

The College of Public Health has identified four core values that guide our decisions and operations:

  • Equity
    We believe in the fundamental fairness of a healthy world. All people should have an environment that optimizes health, access to affordable and high-quality health care, awareness of personal choices for improving health, and opportunities to help improve the health of our communities.


  • Ethics
    We maintain high levels of academic and scientific integrity, conduct research that protects the rights and welfare of all study participants, and create an inclusive environment that supports our faculty, staff, students and constituents.


  • Excellence
    We pursue innovative research that is scientifically rigorous and relevant. We are committed to providing a high-quality learning experience and the tools to enable students to meet future challenges. We value dedicated service and leadership that helps individuals and communities live healthier lives.


  • Diversity
    We celebrate the richness that diversity brings to our society and work to create a welcoming culture that respects all forms of diversity. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff and to equipping all our graduates to contribute effectively to a diverse public health workforce.