Utah State University Principles of Community

The Principles of Community support Utah State University’s commitment to excellence and include everyone.

They recognize our land grant charge to provide access to higher education and reinforce our goal of empowering all Aggies to contribute to our positive campus culture.

Human Dignity

We affirm the dignity and value of each individual in our university community and beyond, and are committed to freedom of expression and respectful dialogue. We recognize differences in values, beliefs, backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints and strive to provide a sense of belonging and develop a sense of shared values in our campus, with an aim to create an environment where all Aggies can thrive.

Respect

We respect and honor our fellow Aggies. We uphold free expression and academic freedom, while striving to engage in respectful dialogue. We create space for varied perspectives so that all members of our campus community have a voice which may be heard and valued.

Social Responsibility

We are each responsible for being Upstanders and creating a healthy campus community through mutual support, service, and civic engagement.

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Pledge to uphold USU's Principles of Community and look for ways in your everyday life to put the principles into action.
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