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Initiatives

Explore the work underway to shape UND’s future and strengthen its impact on North Dakota and beyond.

As UND’s president, Dr. Andrew Armacost leads initiatives to address emerging opportunities and long-term challenges while advancing UND’s role as a national leader in education, research and service.

From fostering community and belonging to shaping national conversations on security, innovation and the ethical use of artificial intelligence, these initiatives represent the University’s bold, forward-looking vision.

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UND Leads: Broad Perspectives on National Security Event

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Innovation & Economic Prosperity

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UND LEADS Strategic Plan

UND was founded by people who wanted to make a difference. UND LEADS builds on this legacy and reflects the wisdom and dreams of our community. It's strategic pillars, Learning, Equity, Affinity, Discovery and Service, will be UND's foundation for years to come.

Strategic Plan
It is our goal at UND to change the world – to convince our students that they, too, will change the world.President Andrew ArmacostInaugural Address
October 5, 2020
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