SMU seeks to create and impart knowledge that will shape citizens who contribute to their communities and lead their professions in a global society.
Southern Methodist University's mission is to be a leading private institution of higher learning that expands knowledge through research and teaching. Among its faculty, students, and staff, the University develops skills and cultivates principled thought and wisdom. The University is dedicated to the values of academic freedom and open inquiry and to its United Methodist heritage.
Administration
- R. Gerald Turner, President
- Steven C. Currall, Provost and Vice President, Academic Affairs
- Brad E. Cheves, Vice President, Development and External Affairs
- Kenechukwu (K.C.) Mmeje, Vice President, Student Affairs
- Christine C. Regis, Vice President, Business and Finance
- Harold W. Stanley, Vice President, Executive Affairs
- Paul Ward, Vice President, Legal Affairs and Governmental Relations, General Counsel and Secretary
- Rakesh Dahiya, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer
- Rick Hart, Director, Athletics
Deans
- Marc P. Christensen, Dean, Lyle School of Engineering
- Jennifer Collins, Dean, Dedman School of Law
- Thomas DiPiero, Dean, Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences
- Craig C. Hill, Dean, Perkins School of Theology
- Sam Holland, Dean, Meadows School of the Arts
- Holly Jeffcoat, Dean, SMU Libraries
- Stephanie L. Knight, Dean, Simmons School of Education and Human Development
- Matthew B. Myers, Dean, Cox School of Business
- James E. Quick, Dean, Research and Graduate Studies