PUBLIC BODY

Respect for the law, accountability regarding missions, and international reputation for quality

SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Advising, expertise
Outreach, training
Support
Societal improvement

CLEAR LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Academic freedom and independence
The University is governed by at least one cantonal law (‘LU’) as well as the federal Higher Education Act (‘HEdA’) and applicable regulations

A legal service within the institution
Systematic procedures for academic and administrative evaluations

Government relations

Satisfactory completion of missions
Agreements on objectives, Rectorate nomination process, financing for activities, resources
Legal structures for financial and general oversight (DIP, fiduciaries, Cour des Comptes...)