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Preparing for the Higher Learning Commission. Richard Venneri, Associate Provost Self-Study Co-Chair. SXU Institutional Self-Study Goals. The HLC Evaluation Team will recommend re-accreditation without stipulation.
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Preparingfor theHigher Learning Commission Richard Venneri, Associate ProvostSelf-Study Co-Chair
SXU Institutional Self-Study Goals • The HLC Evaluation Team will recommend re-accreditation without stipulation. • Stronger linkages will be developed between assessment activities and institutional actions that will advance the University’s goal of academic excellence in an environment of continuous improvement. • The University community will develop a greater understanding of the inter-connections between the University’s Eight Strategic Directions, our Mission, and our future success. • The University community will develop a clear and articulated vision for the new Orland Park Campus, reflecting the University strategic direction for a campus master plan that fosters excellence in teaching and learning at all locations. • An appropriate and integrated institutional structure for management and oversight of graduate programs will be developed to advance the University’s strategic vision for academic excellence at all levels.
SXU Institutional Self-Study Goals(Cont’d) • Informed expansion of the “first year experience” that advances the strategic direction of recruiting talented students who are actively engaged in dynamic learning environments will occur. • Greater support for competency in information technology and communication literacy will be integrated into academic and student support services. • The University administration and faculty leadership will partner to foster new strategic initiatives for faculty professional development and scholarship. • The HLC Evaluation Team assessment report will support admission to the AQIP process. • The HLC Evaluation Team will confirm that satisfactory action or policy changes addressing all 1997 NCA Findings and Recommendations have occurred.
Strategic Planning: Five Areas of Institutional Activity Top Three Items in Survey of Possible Strategic Directions