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Mission and Vision Statements

Mission Statement

The Department of Polymer and Fiber Engineering is committed to high-quality teaching, research and outreach in polymers and engineered fibrous materials, serving academia, government and industry. We provide a visionary state-of-the-art environment to prepare highly qualified, independent thinkers who will be leaders of the future.

Vision Statement

The Department of Polymer and Fiber Engineering will be:

• An education, research, and outreach hub for polymer and fiber activities
• Attractive to high quality faculty and students
• Nationally and internationally recognized in the field