• the advancement of research leading to improved understanding, planning, and operation of institutions of post-secondary education;

• the dissemination of information and interchange of ideas on problems of common interest in the field of institutional research;

• the continued professional development of individuals engaging in institutional research;

• the fostering of unity and cooperation among persons having interests and activities related to research; 

• and the advancement of post-secondary education.
   

Source: SAIR Invitation to Membership in the Southern Association for Institutional Research