阿尔伯塔大学始建于1908年,位于加拿大阿尔伯塔省省会埃德蒙顿市中心,北萨斯喀彻温河南岸,阿尔伯塔大学是加拿大最佳的研究型大学之一,是加拿大G13大学联盟的成员,多年来在不同的大学排名上与多伦多大学、麦吉尔大学、西安大略大学、不列颠哥伦比亚大学一起稳居加拿大前五位。随着阿尔伯塔省经济的繁荣和教育投入的增加,阿尔伯塔大学的目标是在2020年成为全世界最好的20所大学之一。
The University of Alberta’s vision since its inception more than 100 years ago has been to be one of the world’s great universities for the public good. In the words of our first president, Henry Marshall Tory, the U of A is an institution directed toward the “uplifting of the whole people” in Alberta, across Canada, and around the world. This vision endures in the university’s current vision document, Dare to Discover, and our academic plan, Dare to Deliver.
Under the leadership of our 12th president, Indira Samarasekera, the U of A and its community have created a contoured roadmap for the future—a roadmap that guides this comprehensive, research-intensive university as one of the world’s most respected public universities. At its foundation lie talented people—students, faculty, and staff—who with their creativity, ingenuity, and drive will join in advancing human knowledge and pursuing scientific discovery for the benefit of all.
Mission
Within a vibrant and supportive learning environment, the University of Alberta discovers, disseminates, and applies new knowledge through teaching and learning, research and creative activity, community involvement, and partnerships. The University of Alberta gives a national and international voice to innovation in our province, taking a lead role in placing Canada at the global forefront.
Vision
To inspire the human spirit through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery, and citizenship in a creative community, building one of the world’s great universities for the public good.