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Mission and Vision

Our Goals

The Cockrell School has served as a global leader in engineering education and technology advancement for over a century. Our mission is to develop engineering leaders who identify and solve challenging problems through engineering education, research and service. We have a vision of improving people’s lives through care for our planet and the creation of engineering solutions. We’re working toward that vision, guided by our strategic plan. 

The Cockrell School Strategic Plan

We have a unique opportunity to become the highest-impact public engineering school. This five-year plan lays out our strategies for world-class, hands-on education, a deep commitment to innovation and a welcoming, collaborative community.

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