Unal Education Translation

Contribute to national unity, as a center of intellectual and cultural life open to all currents of thought and to all social, ethnic, regional and local sectors. Study and enrich the cultural, natural and environmental heritage of the nation, and contribute to its conservation. Critically assimilate and create knowledge in the advanced fields of science, technique, technology, art and philosophy. Train professionals and researchers on a scientific, ethical and humanistic basis, providing them with a critical conscience, in a way that allows them to act responsibly in the face of the requirements and trends of the contemporary world, and creatively lead processes of change. Train free citizens and promote democratic values, tolerance and commitment to civil duties and human rights. Promote the development of the national academic community and foster its international articulation. Study and analyze national problems and propose, independently, pertinent formulations and solutions. Provide support and advice to the State in the scientific and technological, cultural and artistic orders, with academic and investigative autonomy. Involve the social sectors that make up the Colombian nation in the benefits of their academic and research activity. Contribute, through cooperation with other universities and State institutions, to the promotion and encouragement of access to quality higher education Stimulate the integration and participation of students, for the achievement of the purposes of higher education.