Strategic Emphasis Themes 2009-2010

Managing Our Growth * Enriching Our Culture

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Nurture and advance:

• High need programs
• STEM programs
• Liberal Arts programs
• Innovation

ENVIRONMENTAL 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

DIVERSITY

Foster continued emphasis by:

• Enhancing the cultural aspect of the educational experience
• Hiring and retaining diverse faculty and staff
• Recruiting, admitting and retaining diverse students
• Offering university-wide training and development opportunities
• Celebrating our new and continuing programs
• Expanding our international focus

PHILANTHROPY

Create a culture of philanthropy by:

• Visibly celebrating the impact of giving on campus
• Creating a robust network of volunteers and supporters
• Raising the visibility of the student giving program