East Stroudsburg University remains inspired by the grandeur of the Pocono region, which has been home to thousands of students and graduates. The campus environment is where every student can learn and achieve their dreams. In pursuit of the mission and vision, the University seeks to adhere to the principles in developing a strategic plan and ongoing decision-making processes.
- The University is an entrepreneurial university both socially and organizationally, emphasizing collaboration. The University is a scholarly community, and the affiliates of the University are encouraged to be innovative and explore opportunities that will energize and improve the mission as a learning community of the 21st Century.
- The main aim of the University is to achieve higher satisfaction and graduation rates to increase student success at ESU. The University tries to create a sense of community by living ESU's mission and values and building a commitment to the local community and region.
- East Stroudsburg University scholarships include the Award for Competitive Excellence (ACE) and STEM scholarships.