@fl1234: I just read the mission statements of three different state flagship universities: The University of Florida, The University of Georgia & The University of Texas.
Most impressive to me was the mission statement of The University of Texas, followed by the University of Georgia.
The Core Purpose of the University of Texas at Austin: To transform lives for the benefit of society.
Responsibility of The University of Texas at Austin: To serve as a catalyst for positive change in Texas and beyond.
The University of Georgia stresses its statewide commitment and responsibilities to the citizens it serves.
The University of Florida refers to “exclusive public education”.