The College of Science and Engineering supports the mission statement of The University of Texas – Pan American by committing to excellence in instruction, student performance, research, scholarly accomplishment, and professional service, and by promoting the expansion of national and international emphasis in all major areas of institutional endeavor. The College strives to provide its students and faculty an environment of academic freedom that will insure the exchange of ideas and the dissemination of knowledge. The College will provide a strong scientific and technical foundation for all students of the university. The College will continue to pursue a strong research program involving undergraduate and graduate students and faculty in all areas of science, mathematics, computer science, and engineering, and a strong teacher preparation program in science, mathematics, and technology.