University Open Forum April 30, 2018 SACSCOC reaccreditation update Strategic Plan progress Campus Master Plan update Chancellor search update

SACSCOC Reaffirmation Accreditation reaffirmed by SACSCOC Board of Trustees, December 3, 2017 Monitoring Report requested; due September 7, 2018 Revised Principles of Accreditation (2018) adopted by the College Delegate Assembly

WCU’s Strategic Plan 2020 6 directions 26 goals 116 initiatives http://www.wcu.edu/discover/about/wcu-2020-plan/index.aspx http://www.wcu.edu/learn/office-of-the-provost/oipe/strategic-planning.aspx

Annual Strategic Plan Progress Report Presented to the Board of Trustees each June

2017-18 progress summary

2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #1: FULFILL THE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF OUR STATE AND REGION Record enrollment in Fall 2017 (11,034), including record freshman enrollment (1,980) Record enrollment, WCU Programs in Asheville 21 new scholarships established in FY 2018 Belcher gift of $1.23 million towards scholarships $8.3M committed to established scholarships

STRATEGIC DIRECTION #2: ENRICH THE TOTAL STUDENT EXPERIENCE 2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #2: ENRICH THE TOTAL STUDENT EXPERIENCE 267 study abroad participants (14% increase) 178 international students (8% increase) 4,000 students enrolled in service learning designated courses 30 Inclusive Excellence programs; over 4,000 student participants 11 Cherokee cultural programs; 1,300 student participants

STRATEGIC DIRECTION #3: ENHANCE OUR EXTERNAL PARTNERSHIPS 2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #3: ENHANCE OUR EXTERNAL PARTNERSHIPS Renewed vision for Jackson County Green Energy Park 25% increase in professional development & continuing education offerings in Asheville Regional broadband internet partnership

STRATEGIC DIRECTION #4: 2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #4: INVEST IN OUR PEOPLE Faculty and staff salary increases Increased professional development training 5th year of Leadership Academy Increased minority representation among faculty and staff Increased flexible work schedules

STRATEGIC DIRECTION #5: INVEST IN OUR CORE RESOURCES 2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #5: INVEST IN OUR CORE RESOURCES Eliminated all unfunded mandates ($1.4M) Stable Aa3 bond rating Automated travel reimbursement Sustainable funding model for PAWPrint Brown Hall renovations completed Removed majority of full-time salaries from dependency on summer session funding

STRATEGIC DIRECTION #6: GARNER SUPPORT FOR THE VISION 2017-18 highlights STRATEGIC DIRECTION #6: GARNER SUPPORT FOR THE VISION 32% increase in alumni events & activities 77% “Lead the Way” campaign goal attainment ($47M); over $600,000 and 1,100 donations towards “I Love WCU” initiative Increases in number of sponsored research proposals (20%) and number of grants awarded (39%) with $4.6 million awarded

Vision 2020 2.0 - NEW 21 member 2020 Plan Update Committee (May, 2017-May, 2018) Charge: Address emerging institutional priorities Include SACSCOC Reaffirmation of Accreditation; focus on consistent assessment Reflect the new UNC system strategic plan and metrics, Areas of Distinction, NC Promise, Catamount School, DegreePlus, strategic enrollment Acknowledge and celebrate accomplishments

Vision 2020 2.0 Emergent/consistent themes… Quality Undergraduate and Graduate Programs Evolving faculty/staff needs and roles Regional leadership engagement in key community initiatives Diversity and inclusive excellence Access and affordability – first generation, rural, low income, and diverse students Cherokee collaboration and communication Student Academic honesty and integrity Campus civil discourse Importance of assessment (measurement and impact) Areas of distinction Economic development Focus on future

Vision 2020 2.0 New Strategic Directions Academic Excellence Student Experience Inclusive Excellence Regional and Community Engagement Employee Excellence Infrastructure Investment Vision Advancement

Vision 2020 2.0 – added elements Measurements Priority levels Units of responsibility Timeline

Vision 2020 2.0 – May 2018 Finalize edits Disseminate to Campus Submit to Board of Trustees Strategicplan.wcu.edu

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