TOUCHING TOMORROW Presented by: Sharon K. Meyer Vice President for Finance and Administration

1. TOUCHING TOMORROW Presented by: Sharon K. Meyer Vice President for Finance and Administration April 15, 2009

2. MASTER GOALS: 1. Recruit, retain, and recognize diverse, high-quality faculty and staff. Market equity studies completed and set for review annually. Expanded job posting targeting under-represented groups.

3. MASTER GOALS: 2. Provide and maintain facilities appropriate for the University’s academic and co-curricular programs. • In Progress • Hardeman Student Services/One-stop Center • Student Recreation Center – Phase I • Library Information Commons • Plaza Verde Residence Hall • Traffic and Parking Program • Completed • Centennial Village • Campus signage • Gathering Places • UC Dining Services • Classrooms of the Future • Two classroom upgrades

4. MASTER GOALS: 2. Provide and maintain facilities appropriate for the University’s academic and co-curricular programs. • Proposed: • College of Nursing and Allied Health • Campus Modernization • Renovation of Admin Building • IT Infrastructure • Life Safety Systems • Land Acquisition • Mixed Use Development • Center for Security Studies

5. MASTER GOALS: 4. Recruit, retain and graduate, in numbers consistent with increased goals for enrollment and retention, an academically qualified student body reflecting the diversity of the region, the state, and the nation. Developed incentive programs than will improve recruitment and retention Coordinated effort to review financial aid programs and leverage resources for increased enrollments

6. MASTER GOALS: 5. Maintain a supportive, helpful environment for students, faculty, staff, community and alumni. Expanded hours of operation and levels of services to accommodate the residential campus initiative. Expanded services and programs focusing on campus safety Coordinated the development and implementation of ASUFit Expanded programs for students in recreation and residence life.

7. MASTER GOALS: 6. Develop and enhance external partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities. Insurance costs have been reduced through cooperative arrangements with TTUS. Implemented a performance contract which has significantly reduced utility cost. Realigning positions and responsibilities and using savings to fund strategic initiatives. Through e-payment for A/P and Payroll, we have reduced cost of printing, mailing, handling.

8. MASTER GOALS: 7. Regularly assess and evaluate all institutional functions and programs to assure continuous improvement and to maximize efficiencies. Used technology to improve business processes Implemented electronic forms and approval system Established a one-stop shop for travel, Travel Management Office Expanded One-card services and functionality

9. MASTER GOALS: 7. Regularly assess and evaluate all institutional functions and programs to assure continuous improvement and to maximize efficiencies. Implementing zero-base budgeting model that is linked with planning Practicing a process of financial transparency Improve HUB participation by 100% from 2007 to 2008 Coordinated improvement in space utilization

10. MASTER GOALS: 7. Regularly assess and evaluate all institutional functions and programs to assure continuous improvement and to maximize efficiencies. Implemented a comprehensive strategic planning and resource reallocation within division Developed and implemented a Business Continuity Plan Utilizing flex scheduling of employees to maximize productivity and service hours