Mission & Vision

Greenfield University's mission is to advance human knowledge and foster global leaders through inquiry-driven education, interdisciplinary research and civic engagement. Our vision is to be a top-50 global university recognised for innovation, inclusion and public impact.

Historical Milestones

• 1896 — Founded by philanthropist Helen R. Greenfield as a liberal-arts college.
• 1935 — First PhD degrees awarded in Chemistry and Philosophy.
• 1964 — Medical Sciences Campus opened; university hospital now serves 320 000 patients annually.
• 1999 — Center for Environmental Policy launched (ranked #9 worldwide in 2024).
• 2015 — Achieved carbon-neutral electricity ten years ahead of schedule.

Contact

100 College Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Tel +1-212-555-8000  |  Fax +1-212-555-8010
Email info@greenfield.edu