URMIA is the preeminent source of innovative and effective risk management ideas and solutions to the challenges facing institutions of higher education in the pursuit of their academic, social, and economic goals. URMIA is pledged to the advancement of higher education risk management and the professional growth of our members. Our conduct is guided by the highest ethical standards, and all interactions are characterized by trust, accessibility, diversity, innovation and camaraderie. URMIA's goals include protecting the reputation and resources, both human and financial, of institutions of higher education through the incorporation of sound risk management practices into all aspects of their operations; making available the best and most complete risk management information for institutions of higher education; and providing standard-setting professional development opportunities for risk management professionals in higher education.