DEAR FELLOW EMPLOYEE,
The University of Texas at San Antonio is one of the fastest growing institutions of higher education in the State of Texas. As growth in our student population, research endeavors and other community services increase, we as employees have a great responsibility to ensure we all remain committed to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Our hard work, integrity, and dedication are the keys to successful growth and allow us to meet the challenges of operating in an increasingly complex environment of  federal and state regulations.

As employees of UTSA, you are the backbone of the institution. What you do

today has far-reaching implications as to the future successes of UTSA. It is for this reason that we all must strive to always do the right thing.

This Standards of Conduct training is a part of the Institutional Compliance Program and is an important tool for communicating and preserving the culture and core values that are important to UTSA. While most you are aware of compliance standards and are sensitive to these issues, we believe this training will give you a better understanding of your ethical and legal obligations by providing you with information and resources about appropriate conduct in the workplace - how to Do The Right Thing.

I commend each of you for your high personal and professional standards and encourage you to refer to this Standards of Conduct training and available guide in making decisions about ethical issues that may arise at work. Your partnership and skills are an important part of the foundation of the Compliance Program and are critical to the future success and overall mission of the institution.

Thank you for your cooperation and for all you do in making UTSA, the next great Texas University.