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Strategic Planning Emphasis Themes 2011-2012

Enriching Our Culture

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Develop, nurture and advance academic programs and learning experiences through:

  • High need and STEM programs
  • Liberal Arts programs
  • Innovation in program development
  • Academic program assessment

ACCESS, QUALITY AND PROGRESSION

Expand access, enhance student learning and support timely degree progression through:

  • Innovative Delivery
  • Efficient Use of Resources
  • Quality Enhancement Plan
  • Assessment

DIVERSITY

Foster continued progress through:

  • Cultural aspects of the educational experience
  • Recruitment and Retention of diverse faculty and staff
  • Recruitment, admission and retention of diverse students
  • University-wide training and development opportunities
  • Expanded international focus

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AND SUSTAINABILITY

Inspire personal and organizational engagement through focusing on:

  • Facilities and land use
  • Education and research
  • Awareness and community involvement
  • Energy, food and natural resources

FUNDING

Enhance and diversify funding sources through:

  • Increased private support
  • Information-based Advancement decision-making
  • Progressive engagement of students, volunteers and donors
  • Sponsored research
  • Restoration of general fund appropriations

Strategic Planning Emphasis Themes for 2012-13