The mission of the Assistant Vice President for Finance is: to provide the highest quality of service in support of the institution’s educational mission and sustain the institution’s financial vitality, and to concentrate on serving students more effectively to help them succeed; to maintain financial equilibrium and ensure adequate reserves are available; to involve staff in strategic planning and continuous improvement processes; provide an environment that encourages professionalism, creativity, teamwork, recognition and communication; and, nurture a culture that expects and promotes quality.