Strategic positioning

We are creating a new strategic plan for the university, as our current plan is coming to closure. We’ve had many great accomplishments and I’ll share those in separate posts. For now, I want you to know that I’ve assembled a strategic positioning team and we are building on our recently completed self-study to take us into the year 2017. ASOIT President Christine Frazier is a member of the team, and I am hopeful that other students will provide feedback on the various areas of the plan.

This process begins with a new vision for the university and here is what we’ve created, based on our strategies:

Oregon Institute of Technology will grow and be recognized as an outstanding university in Oregon, the Northwest region, and nationally with graduates who excel in the technological workplace. We will be known for our commitment to applied research, the preparation of “world-ready” graduates, and partnerships that ensure quality programs and opportunities for OIT to be a leader in economic development.

The areas we will address in the new strategic plan are:
Student Population
Student Success
Affordability
Academic Programs and Outreach
Integration of Academic Programs/Opportunities for new teaching/learning models
Applied Research
Globalization
Sustainability
State-of-the-Industry Technology
Partnerships
Alumni Engagement
Recognition/University Image/Brand, Reputation
Fiscal Viability to meet the goals and visions

I encourage you all to look at the draft self-study available from the home page of the OIT Web site. Your feedback will be appreciated.

Stay tuned for more information later.