Portland State University Report to the Oregon State Board of Higher Education

Portland State University Oregon’s Urban Research University Engaged Diverse International Sustainable

We are focused on serving the metropolitan region through: –Established portfolio of academic programs –Academic contributions focused on engagement –Flexible delivery to accommodate diverse educational needs –Research and scholarship in areas particularly relevant to the metropolitan region –Contributions as an institutional citizen on the metropolitan region Portland State is Oregon’s Urban Research University

Our mission Portland State is Oregon’s Urban Research University

Our mission Our vision Portland State is Oregon’s Urban Research University

Portland State University’s Vision To be an internationally recognized urban university known for excellence in: –student learning, –innovative research, and –community engagement that contributes to the: –economic vitality, –environmental sustainability –quality of life in the Portland region and beyond

Our mission Our vision Our leadership position Portland State is Oregon’s Urban Research University

Portland State is the Leader in Engagement Student s Faculty/Staf f Communit y Globally relevant, regionally focused Continuum of Engagement

Our mission Our vision Our leadership position Our academic priorities Portland State is Oregon’s Urban Research University

1.Improve student success through engaged learning experiences. 2.Expand innovative scholarship/creative activities that address regional issues & have global significance. 3.Enhance educational opportunity in the Portland Metropolitan Region. 3 – 5 Year Strategic Academic Priorities

Student s Faculty/Staf f Communit y Globally relevant, regionally focused Continuum of Engagement Portland State is the Leader in Engagement

Our Students Growing enrollment Diversity Success

Ethnic Diversity The New Majority Student

Enrollment By Oregon County – Fall 2006 PSU Serves the Metro Region and Beyond Ethnic Diversity Geographic Origin The New Majority Student

Ethnic Diversity Geographic Origin The New Majority Student

Enrollment By Class Ethnic Diversity Geographic Origin Undergraduate Level The New Majority Student

Distribution of Graduate Students Ethnic Diversity Geographic Origin Undergraduate Level Graduate Level The New Majority Student

Completion Rates Student Success Ethnic Diversity Geographic Origin Undergraduate Level Graduate Level The New Majority Student

Academic Schools and Colleges College of Liberal Arts & Sciences School of Business Administration College of Urban & Public Affairs Graduate School of Education Maseeh College of Engineering & Computer Science School of Fine & Performing Arts School of Social Work School of Extended Studies Academic programs

Unique approach to undergraduate education University Studies general education core curriculum Community based learning Technology assisted instruction Nationally recognized Academic Schools and Colleges Academic programs

Unique approach to undergraduate education Academic Schools and Colleges Academic programs

Appropriate to the metropolitan region Statewide contributions Nationally recognized Graduate programs Unique approach to undergraduate education Academic Schools and Colleges Academic programs

Degrees granted Student satisfaction Our students are successful Collaborative programs Academic programs

Community colleges Co-admission Degree completion OUS institutions OHSU Collaborative programs Academic programs

Student s Faculty/Staf f Communit y Globally relevant, regionally focused Continuum of Engagement Portland State is the Leader in Engagement

Faculty are the key component in instructional and research activities Faculty come from the best research institutions in the country Numerous national and international award winners Five NSF CAREER awardees International recognitions Numerous Fulbright fellows Numerous major grant and center awards Accomplished Faculty Outstanding and dedicated faculty

Industry Nanotechnology Microprocessor design and test Metals, materials and manufacturing Biologically active chemicals Transportation Sustainable processes and practices Green buildings and sustainable urban development Sustainable business practices Environmental sustainability Child and family welfare Scholarship is focused on regional issues of national & international significance Innovative and significant scholarship Accomplished Faculty

Public history program Performing arts Jazz program Opera program Asian studies Cultural studies Language acquisition Math and Science education Autism research Scholarship is focused on regional issues of national significance Active scholarship & creative work in the humanities, fine arts & education Innovative and significant scholarship Accomplished Faculty

With the metropolitan community City of Portland METRO Regional K-12 districts Local and regional industry With other OUS institutions OTREC ONAMI OTRADI Multiple projects with OHSU Innovative and significant scholarship Scholarship is focused on regional issues of national significance Active scholarship and creative work in the humanities and fine arts Much of our scholarship is collaborative Accomplished Faculty

Our funded research is growing rapidly Scholarship is focused on regional issues of national significance Active scholarship and creative work in the humanities and fine arts Much of our scholarship is collaborative Innovative and significant scholarship Accomplished Faculty

Student s Faculty/Staf f Communit y Globally relevant, regionally focused Continuum of Engagement Portland State is the Leader in Engagement

Our Community Engagement Over 440 local partnerships 95 partnerships in 31 countries Collaborations & Partnerships Are Extensive

Our Shared Future with the Metro Region Involves Many New and Potential Partnerships and Collaborations

Build our national leadership in engagement Continue to be the primary provider of upper division and graduate education and the hub for OUS programs in the region Continue to develop nationally recognized academic and research programs in selected areas particularly important to the metropolitan region Substantially increase retention of undergraduate students Increase the representation of underserved students at the graduate and undergraduate levels Portland State University Goals

Portland State University – Goals for the future Build leadership in engagement Continue to develop high quality programs relevant to the region Sustainable processes and practices Innovative educational systems and practices for a global society Innovative science, technology and entrepreneurship Healthy families and communities Cultural vitality of the metropolitan region Building research and related program development Lead OUS programs in the Metropolitan region

Portland State University – Goals for the future Build leadership in engagement Continue to develop high quality programs relevant to the region Continue to develop research strengths appropriate to the metropolitan region (listed previously) Lead selected OUS collaborative initiatives Manufacturing 21 – Materials, metals and manufacturing Continue existing collaborative initiatives ONAMI OTRADI BEST Participate in developing OUS initiatives Climate Change, Water Research program development Lead OUS programs in the Metropolitan region

Portland State University – Goals for the future Build leadership in engagement Continue to develop high quality programs relevant to the region Increase undergraduate retention and completion Increase opportunity for participation in higher education Improve pathways into higher education and to PSU – (expand opportunity) Improve student success –Metropolitan collaborative Selectively offer degree programs on Community College campuses Expand collaborations with Community Colleges and K-12 Lead OUS programs in the Metropolitan region

Portland State University Challenges Student retention and completion rates Faculty mix Faculty salaries Space and facilities Support staffing Expand & deepen community support for higher education in Portland metropolitan region

An appropriate range of degree programs to serve the metro region Develop strengths in programs particularly important to the metro region Use our unique academic approaches, location, and partnerships to promote success for the new majority student Serve as the hub for OUS programs in the metropolitan region Provide state-wide and national contributions through our work in the metro region Portland State University Contribution to OUS Portfolio

Oregon’s Urban Research University Engaged Diverse International Sustainable

Portland State University Report to the Oregon State Board of Higher Education

VP Lindsay Desrochers “A Thing Called Hope” Biennial Budget Outcomes

The Many Roles of the Urban UniversityOur Contribution

History: –Oregon University System – Operating Budget Deliberations –Governor’s Budget- 16.5% increase –Legislative Outcome- 18.1% increase –Capital Outlay & Capital Repair

Principle Issues: Operating –Enrollment Funding / the RAM Model »Previously Unfunded Student FTE »New Student FTE (Growth) –Student Faculty Ratios –Faculty Salary Improvement –Staff Salary Improvement –Special Programs ONAMI BEST ETIC Oregon Solutions OTRADI

Capital Outlay : The University District : New Facilities

PSU & OUS Capital Outlay Plan –Governor’s Proposal for –Legislative Approvals For: »Lincoln Hall »Science Research & Teaching Center –Academic & Student Recreation Center –General Capital Repair

Capital Outlay : Under Construction : Developable Sites

Looking Forward –School of Business Administration –Venture Center, Phase 1 –Library Annex Project –Student Housing –PSU/OHSU/OSU Waterfront

Urban Renewal/Master Plan for University District and Central City. Economic Development agenda for PSU~Portland City Planning~PDC~PSU Contract PSU/City/PDC Partnership “An Institutional “An Institutional Citizen of the City” Providing Leadership as