The School of Information Sciences
From celebrating our 50th anniversary of our American Library Association-accreditation of our Master of Science in Information Sciences program, to founding the new undergraduate program in 2019, SIS is on the forefront of the ever-growing and evolving field of information sciences.
About the
School of Information Sciences
The School of Information Sciences has achieved regional, national, and international recognition through its award-winning faculty, students and alumni; innovative teaching and research; commitment to access and engagement; and personalized, online program options.
Mission
The School of Information Sciences creates value through meaningful engagement for a diverse and pluralistic information ecology; advances original ideas for an information society through inquiry, discovery, scholarship, and creative activity; and leads by preparing ethical, innovative, and reflective information professionals.
Vision
Enrich, elevate, and transform communities and the information professions through excellence in research, education, and service.
Values
As a land-grant institution committed to excellence in research, scholarship, teaching, and service, the School of Information Sciences values:
- Adaptability, flexibility, and accountability in all we do, using data-driven, transparent, and collaborative decision-making.
- Respect for all opinions and people, free exchange of ideas, and academic freedom.
- Intellectual curiosity, reflectiveness, and lifelong learning.
- Engagement with students, the community, and the information professions.
MSIS Accreditation Information
The Master of Science in Information Sciences is an American Library Association-accredited program, and has been since 1972. Further information about the MSIS program learning outcomes and student achievement—including graduation rates, retention rates, time to degree completion, and employment rates—can be found here.
