Introduction
The College of Health and Human Development’s strategic plan is a roadmap created to guide the College’s priorities over the next five years. It was developed through a collaborative, inclusive, and transparent process. The plan builds on the College’s strengths and previous achievements and sets forth new objectives and strategies under four key goals.
VALUES
The College of Health and Human Development values diversity and inclusion, collaboration, academic excellence, discovery, and accountability.
VISION
We aspire to foster future leaders committed to equitable and best practices that improve the human condition in a diverse society.
MISSION
Our mission is to prepare students to thrive in a globalized era in their chosen field. We provide education, conduct research, and engage diverse communities to advance human health, development, and well-being.
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Goal 1: Promote Academic Excellence and Student Success
Objective 1.1 Promote Instructional and Curricular Excellence
Strategies:
- Foster interprofessional education and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Identify and implement opportunities for enhanced high-impact practices
- Develop online resource of faculty/staff areas of teaching expertise & existing collaborations
Objective 1.2 Promote Undergraduate and Graduate Student Success
Strategies:
- Assess current practices and identify strategies to improve undergraduate and graduate student writing
- Identify and address needs and opportunities to support graduate student success
- Facilitate progress toward HHD GI 2025 benchmarks
Goal 2: Foster a Culture of Discovery and Innovation
Objective 2.1 Support Research/Scholarly Activities and Collaboration
Strategies:
- Evaluate and develop programs to support faculty, staff, and students engaged in research/scholarly activities
- Develop online resource of faculty/staff areas of research interest and expertise
- Assist faculty and staff in navigating post-award support activities
Objective 2.2 Promote Innovations in Teaching and Learning
Strategies:
- Work with campus partners to develop and promote innovative instructional resources
- Share innovative teaching practices within the college to enhance learning
Goal 3: Enhance College Climate and Culture of Inclusion
Objective 3.1 Foster an Inclusive Environment
Strategies:
- Provide opportunities for students, staff, faculty, and alumni to increase professional and social engagement within the college
- Provide opportunities for students, staff, and faculty to strengthen cultural competence
- Facilitate mentoring opportunities for students, staff, and faculty
Objective 3.2 Recruit, Support, and Retain a High Quality and Culturally Diverse Faculty and Staff
Strategies:
- Recognize accomplishments of staff and faculty
- Identify and develop best practices regarding recruitment, hiring, and retention
Goal 4: Advance the Impact of the College
Objective 4.1 Build and Strengthen Industry and Community Partnerships
Strategies:
- Assess opportunities for new or strengthened community partnerships
- Develop and implement college-wide plan for engaging and working with community partners
Objective 4.2 Enhance the Profile of the College
Strategies:
- Develop and implement college communication plan
- Publicize the expertise and accomplishments of faculty, staff, emeriti, students, and alumni
Objective 4.3 Develop a Culture of Philanthropy
Strategies:
- Provide opportunities for faculty, staff, emeriti, students, and alumni to learn about and engage in philanthropic planning and activities
- Create, implement, and share annual development plan within college