Vision
The Division of Research and Innovation will develop and sustain a university-wide climate and infrastructure that nurtures research, scholarship, creativity and innovation.
Mission
The Division of Research and Innovation promotes faculty, staff and student success by facilitating and celebrating innovative research, scholarship and creative activities. The division strives to expand research and economic development, integrate research with instruction and public service and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Core Values
In pursuing our vision and fulfilling our mission, the Division of Research and Innovation values:
- Academic excellence
- Ethical and accountable conduct
- Academic integrity and regulatory compliance
- A diverse and inclusive community of people, ideas and research initiatives
Events
- April 30, 2021 – SCSU BioScience Careers Forum
- May 1, 2021 – 6th Annual Undergraduate Student Research & Creativity Conference
- May 3, 2021 – 4th Annual Graduate Student Research & Creativity Conference
- June 1, 2021 – July 27, 2021 – STEM-IL Grant Funded Undergraduate Summer Research Programs