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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s Contract for ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ is a clear promise to the people of this state to provide empowering education, responsible stewardship, community engagement and measurable results. 


ISU exists to lift ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ by preparing its citizens to work, lead, strengthen and contribute within their communities. Through workforce and transformational education, research that solves real problems, community service and creative arts rooted in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ values, ISU turns public investment into public good. Our role in advancing a strong, self-reliant future for our state is essential as we expand opportunities for students and meet the needs of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½’s citizens.

1. We Will Train ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½'s Workforce

ISU prepares ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ans for high-demand fields so ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ business and industry can thrive in our state.

2. We Will Keep College Accessible and Affordable

We will keep tuition low and ensure every ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½an can access higher education without leaving the state.

3. We Will Support Students for Success

Through academic support, mentoring and on-ramps/off-ramps to education, we help every student to be successful along their own academic pathway.

4. We Will Expand Medical Education in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½

ISU leads ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s effort to train, retain and deploy more healthcare professionals statewide.

5. We Will Strengthen Rural ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½

ISU brings education, telehealth and outreach to rural communities so that every community benefits from ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s state university.

6. We Will Power ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s Energy Future

As ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s nuclear university, ISU will drive research and workforce training for energy innovation, critical materials and national security.

7. We Will Partner, Not Compete

We collaborate with community colleges, industry and universities to make education seamless and focused on outcomes, rather than unnecessary duplication and competition.

8. We Will Strengthen ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½'s Economy

ISU programs will align with ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s current and future workforce needs: healthcare, education, business, engineering, the sciences and the trades to drive prosperity while contributing impactful research and creative arts to ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ communities.

9. We Will Be Accountable and Transparent

We'll measure outcomes, publish results, and demonstrate ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ taxpayers’ return on investment.

10. We Will Lead with Integrity, Service and be Civically Minded

As ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s state university, we lead by example by fostering civility, service and community leadership in every Bengal.

This contract is how ISU measures success and promotes public responsibility. We will report progress, adapt to ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½’s changing needs and remain accountable to students, employers, communities and taxpayers. ISU stands ready to serve as a trusted partner in building ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½’s workforce, strengthening its communities and securing its future.