INSTITUTE OF NAUTICAL ARCHAEOLOGY
MISSION STATEMENT
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The Vision
To develop at Texas A&M University "the world center for nautical archaeology" and maintain for the Institute world leadership in nautical archaeology.
Contribute to the writing of the definitive histories of civilizations through the unique knowledge gained by Institute research.
The Mission
To conduct significant archaeological research that will increase knowledge of the evolution of civilizations through the location and excavation of submerged or buried ships, submerged ruins, and their associated artifacts, and dissemination of the knowledge gained therefrom.
To look for and excavate the most archaeologically important sites in the world.
To assist in the professional training and education of future nautical archaeologists through their participation in Institute projects.
Long Term Goals
Locate, identify, excavate, conserve, analyze, and publish archaeologically important shipwrecks or submerged sites that best expand knowledge of past civilizations.
Broaden the Institute's research scope to not only include our established "Old World" base but to also encompass significant "New World" and "Other World" activities as well.
Enlarge the network of organizations, scholars, and specialists associated with the Institute.
Broaden the base of support for nautical archaeology and the appreciation and understanding of archaeology by dissemination of information through scientific and popular media.
Increase the Institute of Nautical Archaeology Foundation endowment by an amount necessary to fund the Institute's growing activities.
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