The University fosters research and the creation and dissemination of knowledge, it promotes social inclusion, equal opportunities and social outreach. It conforms a community of knowledge and as such is pivotal in the development of art, culture, and the proposal of solutions to economic, environmental, social and political problems of the region and of the country, under a policy which incorporates transparency and accountability, ethical principles, sustainable development, the defense of human rights, tolerance and honesty, thus contributing to the creation and development of a proactive, productive, just and safe society.