“Advancing academic excellence” and “expanding liberal and professional knowledge” are key elements of the university’s mission statement.  USD pursues academic excellence in its teaching, learning and research to serve the local, national and international communities.  Strategic planning initiatives, collectively known as Strategic Directions, have been ongoing since 2003.  The planning process encourages research in all areas, with particular emphasis in internationalization and sustainability.  For more information about USD’s strategic planning initiatives, please see Strategic Directions.

Quarterly Accounting Reports

Information for Faculty Researchers

ARRA Whistleblower Protection Notification:

• Policy Prohibiting Illegal, Dishonest or Fraudulent Conduct, USD Policy and Procedures 2.2.5
• Policy for Responsing to Allegations of Research Misconduct Involving Externally-Funded Researc, USD Policy and Procedures 2.7.1
• Know Your Rights