Centered in Pittsburgh – an urban nexus of higher learning, medicine, industry, and community – the Swanson School of Engineering cultivates individual and collective excellence, activating talent, accelerating discovery, and connecting people and ideas for technological and societal impact with purpose.
Vision Statement
We will define engineering by bridging ingenuity, education, research, and collaboration – forging pathways for curiosity, humanity, and leadership to address current and future challenges.
Values
- Integrity: We will uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, ensuring the safety, well-being, and trust of all who conduct and rely on our work.
- Leadership: We will cultivate and enable individuals to lead with purpose – within our school, our professions, and our communities.
- Community: We will build strong connections within and beyond the Swanson School and University, fostering collaboration, civic engagement, mutual respect, and partnerships that amplify our collective impact.
- Excellence: We will pursue excellence through ingenuity – combining creativity, technical skill, and curiosity to design solutions that advance knowledge and serve society.