Strategic Goal 2

Centering evidence-based anti-racist, anti-discriminatory and anti-harassment national best practices, Academic Affairs will foster an inclusive and evolving community that supports a thriving and supportive academic culture.

Objective 3

Actively recruit and retain instructional faculty, A&P faculty and staff who represent our increasingly diverse student body to foster a more inclusive community. 

Subobjectives

N/A

Action Items

  1. During AY 2022-23 and AY 2023-24, establish a culture of recruiting through the mentorship and guidance of search committees, creation of recruitment programs and direct recruitment efforts.

  2. During AY 2022-23 and AY 2023-24:

    1. University data will be used to understand retention rates of instructional faculty, A&P faculty and staff. 

    2. The Strategic Initiatives and Global Affairs office will consult with HR to gain understanding of the exit interview process.

    3. The Strategic Initiatives and Global Affairs office will initiate efforts to identify and execute activities that address retention issues. 

Helpful Links

Go to Strategic Goal 2, Objective 4

Go to Strategic Goals Main Page

Go to AASP Main Page

Academic Affairs Strategic Plan - Full Document (updated April 2023)

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