Division of Student Affairs Strategic Plan

July 2017:

  • Visioning exercise at division-wide meeting
    • Three goal drafts developed with common themes
    • Survey sent to division staff via Question Pro
  • Overarching goal selected by vote

 

September 2017:

  • Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analyses completed by each department within the division
    • Sub-goals and objectives created by Strategic Planning Task Force through a review of SWOT analyses

 

October 2017:

  • Associate Deans provided with draft and feedback from all departments requested
  • Draft updated with recommended edits
  • Core Values options sent to all division staff and top five selected via survey
    • 46 total votes:
      • Commitment (14.69%)
      • Community (14.69)
      • Growth (14.12%)
      • Equity (11.86%)
      • Health (11.3%)
  • Mission and Vision drafts created by Strategic Planning Task Force using core values, overarching goal, and University Mission and Vision

 

November 2017:

  • Survey requesting feedback for strategic planning process sent to all division staff
  • Strategic Plan adopted by unanimous vote at division-wide staff meeting on November 26

 

Co-chairs:

Aubrey Holt, Assistant Dean for Campus Life

Lindelle Fraser, Assistant to the Vice President

Members:

Will Cooper, Associate Dean for Student Conduct

Colette Tobias, Assistant Dean for Residence Life

Heath Whorton, Campus Emergency Manager

Janis Taylor, Counselor

Mission:

Arkansas Tech University Student Affairs is dedicated to cultivating a community that provides access, fosters development, and promotes holistic well-being.

Vision:

Arkansas Tech University Student Affairs will provide transformative learning experiences and resources conducive to student success and the development of engaged citizens.

Commitment:

Commitment is promoting a sense of belonging and loyalty by holding oneself and others accountable to community standards and encouraging positive contributions.

Community:

Community is understanding the values of oneself and others, assisting those around you, and finding common goals.

Equity:

Equity is access to participation and resources for all students to enhance the knowledge, talent, and skills in order to foster success.

Growth:

Growth is understanding the impact of one’s choices and the ability to make more mature and educated decisions over time.

Well-being:

Well-being is promoting a holistic approach to one’s emotional, physical, social, and intellectual wellness.