GSEP Goals and Objectives

Goal 1: Pursuing Academic Excellence            

Objectives:

ð        Create/maintain quality learning environments for all programs that have regional and national reputations

ð        Quality of students accepted

ð        Assessment, program review and appropriate accreditations (APA, CCTC, NCATE)

ð        Enhance academic learning through mentoring, research, and application of knowledge connecting the academy to the profession

o        Create colloquiums, speaker series, conferences to enhance learning

o        Create international study opportunities to enhance global understanding

ð        Strengthen the technological infrastructure for innovative learning environments

ð        Establish Faculty Professorships and Chairs

Goal 2: Valuing Faith Heritage

Objectives:

ð        Demonstrate values through integration of diversity, integrity, leadership and purpose into the learning environment

ð        Encourage an open environment for pursuit of truth

ð        Hire faculty who have a strong commitment to a community of faith and outstanding academic credentials

Goal 3: Advancing Diversity

Objectives:

ð        Promote discourse that values each member’s background, experiences, and perspective

ð        Recruit, retain and support advancement of diverse students, staff and faculty

ð        Develop curricular models for practice in educational and psychological environments

ð        Reach out to the broader communities to promote understanding and facilitate solutions to diversity challenges

Goal 4: Enhancing Student Experience

Objectives:

ð        Increase scholarships/fellowships for students

ð        Support students throughout their academic career/professional experience

ð        Provide career development services to ensure quality positions for serving and leading

Goal 5: Engaging Community Partners

Objectives:

ð        Enhance and develop partnerships with various professional communities