University Risk Management and Insurance Association

The University Risk Management and Insurance Association, (URMIA) is a non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting the advancement and continuing education of risk managers from institutions of higher education.

From humble beginnings as regional entities in the early 1960's to a national group first meeting in 1969, URMIA has been around for many years.

Mission

The mission of the University Risk Management and Insurance Association (URMIA) is to promote the advancement and application of effective risk management principles and practices in institutions of higher education.

Vision

URMIA is the preeminent source of innovative and effective solutions to the challenges facing institutions of higher education in the pursuit of their academic, social, and economic goals.

Values

We are pledged to the betterment of our member institutions and to the professional growth and development of our institutional representatives. Our conduct will be guided by the highest ethical standards and characterized by trust, integrity, and a spirit of sharing and helpfulness.

Goals

To protect the reputation and resources, both human and financial, of institutions of higher education through the incorporation of sound risk management practices into all aspects of their operations.

To make available the best and most complete risk management information for institutions of higher education.

To provide excellent professional development opportunities for risk management professionals in higher education.

1 URMIA's website