In hundreds of ways, whether at home or abroad, UAlbany is working to improve the lives of people and communities. Visit the inventory of programs and activities on this site and you will see how UAlbany, as a comprehensive public research university, works to:

• Advance a globally competitive, innovation economy for New York State
• Strengthen public policies and practices to improve outcomes for citizens
• Provide leadership in education and advance student success in schools
• Make businesses and future workers more competitive
• Increase the social and physical well being of families and communities
• Encourage artistic and creative expression
• Promote diverse cultures
• Improve public health and reduce health disparities