The purpose of the Council of Higher Education (Matice Vyššího Vzdělání) is to promote Czech, Slovak, and Ruthenian heritage and culture through the encouragement and support of higher education in the United States and Canada.  In the interest of promoting cultural diversity, the Council of Higher Education seeks to increase knowledge of Czech, Slovak, and Ruthenian heritage and culture, and raise public awareness of contributions made by individuals of Czech and Slovak descent in North America.