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Strategic Plan

The College of Education and Human Sciences will be a prominent leader in learning, discovery and engagement within a culture of collaboration, inclusivity and responsiveness.

Strategic Goals

Excellence in Facilitation of Learning

Characterized by Integrative and Applied Learning and the professional and personal development of faculty and students

Excellence in Research and Discovery

Characterized by multi-disciplinary and collaborative scholarship

Excellence in Outreach and Engagement

Characterized by Reciprocal Relationships and Feedback

Establishment of College Identity and Development

Characterized by Interconnectivity across departments and with our external constituents

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Mission

The College of Education and Human Sciences enhances human potential and well-being through the integration of:

  • Exemplary student-centered undergraduate and graduate education that prepares tomorrow’s professionals.
  • Discovery and scholarship that is nationally and internationally recognized for addressing human and community needs.
  • Engagement with individuals, families, schools and communities that transforms knowledge and discovery into meaningful impacts.

Vision

The College of Education and Human Sciences will be a prominent leader in learning, discovery and engagement within a culture of collaboration, inclusivity and responsiveness.

Core Values

  • Academic rigor and excellence
  • Honesty, integrity, civility and ethics
  • Human potential, quality of life and growth
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Creativity, innovation and advancement
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Initiative, productivity and accountability
  • Sustainability and social responsibility
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership
  • Life-long learning and research/evidence-based teaching
  • Global awareness and diversity