STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK 2024-2029

STUDENT EXPERIENCE AND SUCCESS

Empower students to take ownership of their academic journey by providing them with the tools and resources to achieve their goals.

Goals

1

Achieve an average freshman-to-sophomore retention rate of 85% for First Time in College (FTIC) students.

2

Increase the average six-year graduation rate by 10%.

3

Engage industry, foundations, alumni and other organizations to enable student success.

4

Increase student participation in international and experiential learning opportunities by 5% annually to prepare them to be globally competent.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Vision: To be recognized for transformative regional and global impact through excellence in engineering and computer science education,
research and societal engagement.

Living Mission Statement: 

To be the academic engine that:

  • Enables our community to boldly innovate and solve societal challenges.
  • Creates and shares knowledge to advance future technologies for the betterment of all.
  • Fosters a collaborative culture to cultivate ethical leaders.

Our Values:

  • Student-centered culture
  • Integrity
  • Creativity
  • Enterprising spirit
  • Accessibility

Strategic Framework
2024-2029