Title: ASU One University
1ASUOne University In Many PlacesASUs
Commitmentto the Demand for Higher Educationin
a Growing Valley of the Sun
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3New Era for ASU
- Michael Crow, new president.
- Changing Directions initiative from the Board of
Regents. - Explosive growth at multiple campuses as well as
ASU Main.
4Michael Crows Vision for ASU
- Arizona is a frontier for fresh ideas and
independent thought that leads to innovation. - ASU a diverse high energy center that has the
potential to set a new standard for all
universities. - ASU A New American University, measured by
whom it includes and its impact on the community. - ASU embedded as a partner throughout the
community it serves. - ASU an entrepreneurial institution.
5Keeping Arizona Competitive
- Diversification creates stronger, more stable
economy less dependent on growth. - Evolving global economy creating new
opportunities. - Arizona businesses need knowledge-based workforce
to meet future demands.
6Investing in an Entreprenurial ASU
- 2003 Legislative Session commitment to
research infrastructure at ASU. - ASU Technopolis a program that will teach
business skills and stimulate the regions
technology-based economy by connecting
entrepreneurs with investors and customers. - This year, were asking for an investment in Core
Funding to help ASU meet demand created by the
Valleys exceptional growth.
7Maricopa Countys population grew by 45 in the
1990s.
8And the region will continue to grow
91990
102010
112030
12College-Age Population
- More Arizonans than ever before want higher
education opportunities and they want them at
ASU. - Governors Task Force on Higher Education
estimates that by 2020 more than 200,000 students
will be enrolled in community colleges and about
150,000 will be in state universities.
13ASU Stretching to Meet Arizonas Growth
- Arizona State University 4 campuses
Main, East, West and Downtown Phoenix. - 57,543 students (2003).
- 11,846 degrees granted (2003).
- Partnership with Maricopa County Community
Colleges to enhance higher education
opportunities and save money for students and
taxpayers.
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15ASU Graduates Boost Economy
- Arizona is growing faster and has a larger
population under 18 than the national average. - Benefits of higher education, greatly outweigh
the costs. - On average, college graduates contribute more to
consumer spending and the tax base because the
will earn almost 1 million more than high school
graduates during course of their work lives. - ASU graduates are in demand 87 of all
undergraduates are employed, 10 remain in
school.
16Impact of College Degreeon Average Family Income
- High School Dropout 38,383
- High School Graduate 53,246
- Community College Degree 68,133
- Bachelors Degree 97,593
- U.S Census Bureau data
17I want to make sure we preserve access to a
university education for the people of Arizona
Governor Janet Napolitano, 2003
18ASU Fund Sources 2003
206.2 24
State Appropriations
Tuition Fees
158.7 19
Grants Contracts
311.8 37
Auxiliary Enterprises
Private Gifts
89.3 11
TRIF (Prop. 301)
Other
Total 846 Million
32.6 4
28.9 3
18.5 2
19The Investment Gap at ASU
- Because the Valley is growing rapidly, ASU is
growing faster than other universities. - In FY 2000, Arizona spent an average 3,134
per student to cover operating expenses 63 of
national average and places Arizona 48th among
all states. - In-state tuition averaged 2,346 per student in
FY 2000 67 of the national average and places
Arizona 47th among all states.
20ASU 2004 Legislative AgendaCore Funding 23.5
million
21Core Funding Access to Quality Higher Education
- Faculty/Student Ratio
- Classroom Equipment
- Secretarial Support
- Librarians
- Custodial Support
- University Pay Package
22ASU alternatives for managing growth
- Partner with Community Colleges (ASU already does
it and is expanding the Alliance) - Limit out-of-state students (ASU already does it)
23A Growing ASU Keeps a Growing Arizona Competitive
- By 2050 Arizonas population will double.
- Investing in a high-energy university that is
embedded throughout the community creates
economic opportunity and a diversified economy. - Core Funding for ASU provides an educated,
knowledge-based workforce that is essential to
sustaining a stable economic future for Arizona.
24Basics for ASU
- Request for Core Funding provides
- the essentials for our university
- Students
- Teachers
- Classrooms
25ASU NeedsCommunity Support
26How You Can Help
- If youd like to help us reach our goal of
providing access to quality higher education for
students throughout Arizona, - heres how
- Call your legislator
- E-mail your legislator
- Sign up to be a Sun Devil Advocate
www.sundeviladvocates.org
27For More Information Contact
- Steve Miller
- Deputy Vice President
- Public Affairs
- Arizona State University
- (480) 965-0969
- Scott Smith, Director
- State Local Relations
- Public Affairs
- Arizona State University
- (480) 965-0922
28Thank You!
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