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Strategic Plan

Strategy Plan for ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2025-2030

This strategic plan positions ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ for longterm success by focusing on innovation and excellence in education. Through these four strategic goals, we will create a more engaging learning environment, expand access to education, enrich campus life, and ensure operational efficiency, ultimately empowering our students and strengthening our community.

Mission Statement

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ is committed to improving the lives of those in our communities by providing quality education, outstanding service, and relevant industry training.

Vision Statement

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ will be a leading community college and the local gateway to higher education and training by providing innovative and creative opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve with a focus on equitable
educational opportunities, students and their success, and a commitment to communities and their development.

Strategic Planning Committee:

Dr. Steve Cole - Chancellor
Dr. Ashley Aylett - Vice Chancellor for Academics
Charlotte Johnson - Vice Chancellor for Business Finance
Madelyn Jones - Foundation & Advancement Director
Relinda Ruth - Director of Educational Resources & OER Specialist
Erika Buenrrostro - Director for Student Success & Enrichment
Sarah Chesshir - Division Chair for Skilled & Technical Sciences
Julie Rhodes - Director of High School Programs
Shawna Stinnett - Director of Institutional Research & Assessment
Noelle Couch - Administrative Specialist III
Ryan Kesterson - Information Systems Support Specialist
Sabrina Harner - Accountant I
Michelle Burrell - Workforce Development Coordinator
Haley Hadaway - Faculty
Dr. Jordan Guillory - Faculty
Tabetha Nguyen - Faculty
Tim Whisenhunt - Buildings & Grounds Supervisor
Dennis Guzman - Creative Media Coordinator

Stakeholders

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ’s stakeholders are those on whom the success or failure of the institution depend. Students, parents of students, employees, legislators, feeder schools, industry partners, the general population, and other two- and four-year universities represent the stakeholders.

2030 Strategic Objectives

IMPROVE THE QUALITY, ACCESSIBILITY, AND RELEVANCE OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO SUPPORT STUDENT SUCCESS.

  • Align curricula, credentials, certificates, and degrees
    with transfer, career, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
  • Promote civic, community, and global engagement, with
    opportunities for students, faculty and staff to participate
    in volunteer work and community organizations.
  • Promote faculty professional development to improve
    teaching practices, including strategies to enhance class
    participation, integrate technology, and enhance
    educational assessment.
  • Offer flexible and innovative scheduling to help learners
    balance life and education.
  • Increase real-world learning opportunities through
    internships, apprenticeships, and shadowing programs.
    Use data-driven assessment to continuously improve
    learning outcomes.

IMPROVE INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EFFICIENT OPERATIONS AND
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS.

  • Build relationships, expand partnerships, and develop pipeline programs with schools, community organizations, and businesses.
  • Increase affordability and financial resources to alleviate financial challenges for students.
  • Promote academic success and reduce barriers through personalized advising, mentorships, tutoring, and support services.

CREATE A WELCOMING, SAFE, AND VIBRANT CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT.

  • Develop a plan to modernize classrooms, labs, dining areas, and communal spaces to foster belonging.
  • Implement advanced security systems and mental health resources for students and staff.
  • Expand extracurricular and student organization programs for enhanced collaboration and learning.
  • Strengthen student-athlete support systems to
    balance academics and sports.

IMPROVE INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EFFICIENT OPERATIONS AND
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS.

  • Utilize data analytics to track performance and support
    strategic planning.
  • Streamline policies and processes to increase
    efficiency.
  • Develop a proactive fiscal strategy that aligns revenue
    growth with program and staffing priorities.
  • Invest in modern digital infrastructure and cybersecurity
    to support learning and operations.
  • Strengthen employee recruitment, retention, and
    succession planning.
  • Foster a culture of employee engagement through open
    communication and collaboration.
  • Promote eco-friendly practices, including waste reduction
    and energy-efficient technologies.

Strategic Plan PDFs

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ Strategic Plan 2025-2030

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2025 Strategic Plan Year Two Update Report

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2020/2021 Annual Report

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2020 Strategic Plan Final Report (Spring 2020)

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2020 Strategic Plan Mid-Point Strategic Plan Update (2018)

ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ 2020 Strategic Plan

Cossatot Project 2016

Enrollment Management and Retention Plan

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