The Mission of the Iowa State Memorial Union is:

• to nurture common ground,
• enrich and sustain individual lives ,
• and remember.

We Believe:

• That the Memorial Union is a student-centered, full partner in the educational process.
• That building community builds loyalty and social responsibility.
• That programs and facilities are a unifying force
• That ideas and experiences are powerful ingredients in holistic development
• That participatory decision-making builds world citizens and leaders
• That service and convenience provides essential support to individuals reaching for long-term goals
• That remembrance is an active duty

The Memorial Union values:

• Participation, exploration, experience, service, volunteerism
• Social interaction, collaboration, partnerships, inclusiveness, unity
• Creativity, discovery, inventiveness, active risk-taking and problem solving
• Celebration, kindness, friendship, romance
• Comfort, security, heritage, tradition, memories, stories
• Proudfoot’s classic architectural design

as approved by MU staff, September 8, 2004