CORE. To develop and maintain a solid core curriculum for all undergraduate majors at the University, working closely with the existing Colleges and Schools, in accordance with decisions of the Faculty Council. To evaluate courses satisfying the core and to promulgate methods for continually improving them.

FLAGS. To set standards and evaluate courses satisfying campus-wide requirements beyond the core in writing and speaking, leadership and ethics, global cultures, ethnic diversity, quantitative reasoning, and independent inquiry, including undergraduate research. To develop teaching methods and curricula in support of these courses.

ADVISING. To advise students on matters relating to the core curriculum; to foster and coordinate strategic advising programs for students who are undecided about their college choices or majors or are considering a change.

LEARNING COMMUNITIES. To develop and maintain academic experiences, especially for first-year students, in learning communities through seminars, interest groups, residence hall-based interaction with faculty, signature courses, and other initiatives.

INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS. To initiate and enhance certificate and degree-granting programs, working closely with the Colleges and Schools.

RESEARCH. To foster undergraduate research.