CSUSM University Strategic Planning Process Update

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CSUSMUniversity Strategic Planning Process Update

• Academic Senate - April 20, 2005

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Task Force Members

• Broad representation that includes students,
  staff, faculty, administration, community as
  well as colleges, divisions, and special
  interests.
• Task Force members include

• Tom Bennett, Chair
• Jackie Trischman
• Garry Rolison
• Mark Baldwin
• Jan Jackson
• Kevin Igasaki

• Katy Rees
• Lourdes Shahamiri
• Reginald Owens
• Matthew Curran
• Rosa Miranda-Franklin
• Neal Hoss

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Strategic Plan Framework

• The University Strategic Priorities will
  establish the areas of focus.
• Each organizational unit will develop their own
  specific action plans for how their unit will
  move the university forward in each of the
  Strategic Priorities (effectively moving us
  toward our vision together).
• We are currently finalizing a plan for the
  implementation process and timeline.

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Preparation and Readiness

• Proposed Strategic Priorities were crafted based
  on the substantial work already completed by the
  campus and using the following key documents
• Mission, Vision, Values Statements
• Cornerstones Report
• Transition Team Report and Analyses
• Previous Strategic Plans
• Open Forum feedback
• Convocation Report to the Community
• Building Vital Communities document
• Examples from other universities Toms sample
• General information on strategic planning

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• Cal State San Marcos
• A learning-centered university for students,
  faculty, staff, and the community
• Strategic Priorities
• Academic ExcellenceDelivering academic
  excellence through high-quality programs, rich
  learning opportunities, and effective student
  support mechanisms is at the core of our work at
  Cal State San Marcos.  We are committed to the
  success of both students and faculty by
  encouraging intellectual engagement and
  supporting the research and creative activities
  of a stellar faculty.   
• Student LifeCal State San Marcos is creating a
  rich, welcoming, and inclusive university
  environment that fosters campus pride, personal
  and professional development, and the active
  engagement of all students in the life of the
  university.
• Campus ClimateRecognizing that our ability to
  excel is a function of our of ability to work
  together as a team, Cal State San Marcos promotes
  a climate of camaraderie, mutual respect, and
  trust for all members of the university through
  support, effective communication, and sustained
  professional development. 
• Community Partnerships Cal State San Marcos
  desires to strengthen and further expand our
  local, national, and international partnerships
  in ways that allow us to better serve our
  community as a leader in regional development and
  enhancement.
• Educational EquityAs a community of students,
  faculty, and staff, we at Cal State San Marcos
  are committed to respecting and modeling the
  racial, cultural and gender diversity of our
  region within a context of social justice. 
  Together, we strive for educational equity and
  promote a fair and open environment for the
  exchange of ideas.

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Next Steps Fall 05

• Continue campus community discussions via
  Convocation, Town Hall Meetings, our web site
  (www.csusm.edu/plan), and invited meetings.
• Finalize process for connecting Strategic
  Priorities to the allocation of resources
• Provide support to academic units
• Further investigate data related needs (e.g.,
  data to help identify needs, evaluate progress,
  etc.)