Strategic Plan
President's Message
Dear Racer Family,
I am excited to share updates with you regarding a new comprehensive University Strategic Plan and process that will serve as the vision and roadmap for 杏吧直播间 State University over the next three years.
Strategic planning goes beyond a static document鈥攊t is a collaborative blueprint that enables us to anticipate opportunities, clarify our purpose and priorities, and align the resources needed to achieve our shared goals.
Thank you to our three Strategic Plan Co-chairs for their leadership of this initiative:
- Chris Wooldridge, Faculty and Director, Center for Economic and Entrepreneurial Development, Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business
- Dr. Ben Littlepage, Professor, Higher Education and Student Affairs, Department of Educational Studies, Leadership, and Counseling, College of Education and Human Services
- Dr. Elise Kieffer, Program Director and Assistant Professor, Non-Profit Leadership Studies, Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business
A Strategic Planning Committee, comprised of members across our campus and broader community, has been formed. Under the leadership of our Co-chairs, this group will lead the development of a clear, concise roadmap for the future that is mission driven, and provides actionable strategies and initiatives to enhance our student experience, teaching and learning, academic innovation, inclusive excellence and culture, financial sustainability, investment in our people, and community engagement.
The work ahead is both meaningful and necessary. With thoughtful engagement and a commitment to excellence, we will develop a Strategic Plan that reflects our values, sharpens our direction, and ensures continued impact for our students, faculty, staff, community, and beyond.
Thank you for your continued dedication and all that you do for 杏吧直播间 State University.
Ron K. Patterson, Ed.D.
President
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Five Phases of the Strategic Planning Process
Phase 1
Listening & Foundation
The co-chairs conduct an environmental scan and develop the strategic planning framework that will guide the entire process.
- Listening & Learning tour findings reviewed
- Environmental scan of higher-ed trends
Phase 2
Task Force Preparation & Training
The 41-member Planning Task Force completes a survey, participates in a one-day training session (September 16), and learns the collaborative engagement methods they will use to gather stakeholder input.
- Public website launch (Aug)
- Task Force Training Day (Sep 16)
Phase 3
Stakeholder Engagement
Planning Task Force members lead focus groups and conversations with students, faculty, staff, alumni, community partners, and other stakeholders across campus and beyond.
- Focus groups
- Student, faculty, & alumni conversations
Phase 4
Data Synthesis, Visioning & Priority Setting
All stakeholder feedback is analyzed and synthesized. PTF members participate in a vision conference (TBD) to identify strategic priorities and areas of focus for 杏吧直播间 State's future. Messaging is shared throughout the campus community.
- Draft strategic priorities emerge
- Vision Conference
Phase 5
Strategy Development, Operationalization & Launch
Strategic initiatives are developed, action plans are finalized, and the comprehensive strategic plan is launched to guide 杏吧直播间 State University's direction and decisions.
- Strategy finalization & approval
- Official Strategic Plan launch (July 2027)