St. Thomas 2020: Living our Mission, Expanding our Horizon University Brown Bag December 9, 2014

Development of the Strategic Plan

Mission Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.

Convictions Pursuit of Truth Academic Excellence Faith and Reason Dignity Diversity Personal Attention Gratitude

Vision The University of St. Thomas, a Catholic comprehensive urban university, is known nationally for academic excellence that prepares students for the complexities of the contemporary world. Through disciplinary and interdisciplinary inquiry and deep intercultural understanding, we inspire students to lead, work and serve with the skill and empathy vital to creating a better world.

Themes Excellence in Learning and Student Engagement Education Informed by Catholic Mission Diversity and Inclusive Culture Globalization One University

Priorities Educating for the Future Flexible Pathways into UST, within UST and to Job Market Enhanced Visibility and Profile Global Connections Embracing our Differences as One Human Family Catholic-Inspired Community Engagement Integrated and Expanded Health and Wellness Programs Integrated Planning

Mission Convictions

St Thomas 2020 Mission Convictions

St Thomas 2020 Mission Convictions Vision

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Implementation of the Strategic Plan

Educating for the Future InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Essential elements of a St. Thomas Education Establish ProcessFull implementation of new undergraduate curriculum Living Learning CommunitiesPilot two programsWell developed living learning community program in place Graduate Program PrioritizationDevelop processVibrant programs reflecting emerging and future workforce and societal needs Facilities AssessmentComplete facilities usage studySpace usage standards policy identified and adhered to

Flexible Pathways InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Access to St. ThomasCommunity College PartnershipsFlexible transfer policy in place and steady state transfer student enrollment Online LearningAssess current capacityThree-year baccalaureate, 4+1 programs, flexibility in graduate time to degree Alumni RelationsIncrease and enrich connections between students and alums All students participate in a career enhancing experience Academic ComputingFaculty classroom training initiated Technology infused curriculum

Enhanced Visibility and Profile InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Alumni EngagementPilot two alumni chapters nationally Alumni chapters well established Student EnrollmentDevelop strategic enrollment planBroad student diversity, lower discount rate, increased graduate enrollment University BrandingDevelop message and strategyIncreased national recognition

Global Connections InitiativeYear 1Year 5 International AlumniIdentify and leverage international alumni Ongoing and multi-pronged relationships both here and abroad Institutional StructureHire AVP for Globalization and Community Engagement International and service opportunities approaching 100% of all students PartnershipsStandardize student and faculty exchange process Increased global experiences locally and abroad EngagementDevelop programs for integration of domestic and international students High-profile Global Speaker Series established

Embracing Our Differences as One Human Family InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Institutional StructureHire Chief Diversity OfficerIncreased cultural awareness across all sectors of the university Staff and Faculty DiversityReview of recruitment and hiring process Employee diversity exceeds available pool percentages PartnershipsIdentify current institutional efforts and programs Established information network for increased opportunities and depth of programming Student DiversityExamine recruitment strategies for students Diversity of student body in line with enrollment management goals

Catholic-Inspired Community Engagement InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Institutional StructureHire Vice President for MissionIncrease in number and quality of service oriented projects Community EngagementIdentify aspirational classificationAchieve aspirational classification Coordinating EffortsDevelop tracking mechanism for community engagement efforts Significantly increase the number and quality of programs in social justice areas

Integrated and Expanded Health and Wellness Programs InitiativeYear 1Year 5 ExplorationIdentify opportunities in the health and wellness industry Decision made regarding a College of Health Market ResearchAssess market needs locally, nationally, and internationally Development of programs and staff necessary to meet these needs PartnershipsIdentify and act on opportunities available in the health industry Experiential learning available to all students in health related majors

Integrated Planning InitiativeYear 1Year 5 Campus Master PlanSelect vendorMaster Plan in place PlanningDevelop integrated planning structure Capital campaign supporting strategic priorities launched TechnologyCIO hiredComprehensive technology plan in place Measurable OutcomesKey performance outcomes identified and distributed Key performance outcomes inform decision making across all sectors

Annual Freshman Retention Rate Relevant Risk Factors Benchmark Group Example of a Student Retention Dashboard 87% Female Students of Color No Transfer Credit Withdraw or Fail Commuter 3% 86% 8% 82% 6% 84% 4% 67% 3% Goal: 92% yr Avg: % Chg 2013:

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