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Commitment to students
Article by Ann Manser | October 18, 2019
Arts and Sciences Dean John Pelesko discusses role of UD’s largest college
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UD Parents and Family Weekend
Article by Casey Impagliazzo | October 17, 2019
Blue Hens flock together for celebration of community
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Promoting healthy behavior
Article by Ann Manser | October 16, 2019
Communication research ranges from Alzheimer’s to adolescents
About UD
The University of Delaware is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and service.
From its roots as a private academy in 1743, the institution today is a research-intensive, technologically advanced university with global impact. Come join us.
OUR STORY
Our alumni tell our story of achievement -- from the first class that included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and a signer of the Constitution to a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, a Tony Award-winning choreographer and the former vice president of the United States.
Our distinguished faculty includes internationally known authors, scientists and artists. State-of-the-art facilities support UD’s academic, research and service activities.
Campus life is welcoming -- enriched by distinguished guest speakers, NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics, 300-plus engaged student organizations, concerts and other arts and cultural activities.
In addition to our vibrant main campus in Newark, UD has locations across the state -- in Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown and Lewes.
A thriving study-abroad program and expanding international partnerships further enhance our students’ education as global citizens.
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Author of ‘Educated’ to visit UD
Article by Meghan Biery | October 15, 2019
Tara Westover’s memoir is UD’s 2019 First Year Common Reader
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Remembering the silent teachers
Article by Hilary Douwes | October 14, 2019
Labyrinth dedicated to anatomical donors
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Coral reef starter kit
Article by Karen B. Roberts | October 14, 2019
New study shows coral reef fish do not mind 3D-printed corals
One of the oldest universities in the United States,
the University of Delaware traces its roots to 1743.
The school’s first name was Newark College,
later becoming Delaware College.
In 1921, it was officially named
the University of Delaware.
In 2017, we continue to grow - establishing ourselves as a top
institution that is leaving its mark in
Delaware and across the globe.
Mission Statement
The University of Delaware exists to cultivate learning, develop knowledge and foster the free exchange of ideas. State-assisted yet privately governed, the University has a strong tradition of distinguished scholarship, research, teaching and service that is grounded in a commitment to increasing and disseminating scientific, humanistic and social knowledge for the benefit of the larger society. Tracing its origins to 1743 and chartered by the state in 1833, the University of Delaware today is a land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant university.
The University of Delaware is a major research university with extensive graduate programs that is also dedicated to outstanding undergraduate and professional education. University faculty are committed to the intellectual, cultural and ethical development of students as citizens, scholars and professionals. University graduates are prepared to contribute to a global society that requires leaders with creativity, integrity and a dedication to service.
The University of Delaware promotes an environment in which all people are inspired to learn and encourages intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, free inquiry and respect for the views and values of an increasingly diverse population.
Statement of Responsibility
The University of Delaware community values both personal and academic freedom. All members of the campus community have the personal responsibility to promote an atmosphere of civility in which the free exchange of ideas and opinions can flourish. We do so by learning from individual and collective differences and by respecting every human being.
