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By 2034, the 150th anniversary of our founding, Temple will be known and respected as one of the nation’s leading public, urban research universities – an innovative institution that provides a high-value, accessible education, produces discoveries with true impact, and serves as a model of community leadership and civic partnership.

Our Plan

Temple’s Strategic Plan sets a clear direction for student success, research in action, and place-based impact. It reflects our mission and guides how we move the university forward. 

Mission and Values

Our mission emphasizes access, collaboration, and service. Our core values shape how we educate students, support our people, and engage with our communities.

Priorities and Principles

The plan is organized around three priorities and a set of foundational principles that focus our efforts and help align work across the university. 

Implementation and Impact

This framework highlights how the plan will be put into practice through clear structures, milestones, and measures of progress. 

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