MANUAL OF THE BOARD OF VISITORS SecƟon 1, Statement of InsƟtuƟonal Purpose. The central purpose of the University of Virginia is to enrich the mind by s mula ng and sustaining a spirit of free inquiry directed to understanding the nature of the universe and the role of mankind in it. Ac vi es designed to quicken, discipline, and enlarge the intellectual and crea ve capaci es, as well as the aesthe c and ethical awareness, of the members of the University and to record, preserve, and disseminate the results of intellectual discovery and crea ve endeavor serve this purpose. In fulfilling it, the University places the highest priority on achieving eminence as a center of higher learning. — Statement of InsƟtuƟonal Purpose adopted by the Board of Visitors in May 1985 SecƟon 2.4, Powers and DuƟes. The powers and du es conferred upon the Board are to be exercised for the purpose of carrying into effect the Statement of Ins tu onal Purpose. SecƟon 4.1, The Rector and Vice Rector of the University. The Rector of the University is especially charged with the duty of maintaining that level of interest and ac vity among the members of the Board of Visitors as will best contribute to the determina on of broad policies, wise planning for the future, intelligent and considerate observance of the rights of the faculty and the student body, including the care and preserva on of the Honor System, and maintenance of the independence of the Board from outside influences harmful to the interests of the students and faculty of the University.
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