Vision and Mission

The University of Washington Information School is a community of diverse disciplines, professional fields, and areas of expertise engaged with the study of information and its use by people and organizations. We conduct rigorous research and create challenging learning environments that make a difference throughout the region, the state of Washington, the nation, and the world.

Our Passion	We are inspired by information. We want everyone to know how vital information is to all aspects of life.
Our Vision	We see a world where more effective use of information helps everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, have fun, and make a better world. Information changes lives.
Our Mission	We prepare information leaders. We research the problems and opportunities of information. We design solutions to information challenges. We make information work.

Learn about the iSchool's Strategic Plan: Vision in Action, 2007-2012