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title: "Mission, Vision, Values"
date: 2025-02-03T15:45:00-05:00
author: Alia Pirruccello
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# Mission, Vision, Values

*About*

**Mission, Vision, Values**



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### We are Fearless

- We take risks. We make waves.
- Big problems? Bigger solutions.
- Dream it, do it, and then aim even higher.

**HOW WE DO IT**

- Be bold: We push boundaries and embrace new challenges.
- Think big: We find solutions with creativity and vision.
- Go all in: We set ambitious goals and dedicate ourselves to achieving them.



### We Strive for Excellence in all we do

- Learn fast, adapt faster.
- Own the process. Deliver the outcome.
- Set the standard. Lead the way.

**HOW WE DO IT**

- Embrace growth: We fall forward and aim for progress over perfection.
- Own it: We hold ourselves accountable for the journey and the results.
- Lead the way: We set the pace for greatness in our industry.



### We collaborate for good

- Talk early, talk often.
- Find the "yes" that moves us forward.
- One team, one mission - we are UR.

**HOW WE DO IT**

- Communicate proactively: We stay aligned through open and frequent dialogue.
- Seek solutions: We look for a "bridge to yes" that propels us forward.
- Work as one team: We partner across UR and UMD to amplify our impact.



### We lead with respect

- Be real. Be clear. Be kind.
- Grace when it's tough. Praise when it's earned.
- We see people, not just positions.

**HOW WE DO IT**

- Be real: We lead with authenticity and openness to others' points of view.
- Give grace and praise loudly: We support each other in learning through challenges and recognize achievements, big and small.
- Lead with empathy: Making UR a workplace of warmth and belonging builds a culture of trust.



### We are united for Maryland

- A place where everyone belongs, period.
- Accountable to our mission and each other.
- We grow our people, because our talent propels us fearlessly forward.

**HOW WE DO IT**

- Celebrate diversity: Our differences make us TerrapinStrong.
- Drive impact: We help to build a sustainable future for UMD by raising critical funds.
- Terps first: We value our people and look for ways to grow their skills and talents.