Washington University's educational mission is the promotion of learning - learning by students and by faculty Teaching, the transmission of know ledge, is central to our mission, as is research, the creation of new know ledge The faculty, composed of scholars, scientists, artists, and members of the learned professions, serve society by teaching, by adding to the store of human art, understanding, and wisdom, and by providing direct services
The mission of Washington University in St. Louis is the promotion of learning — learning by students and by faculty. Teaching, the transmission of knowledge, is central to our mission, as is research, the creation of new knowledge.