Educating Illinois 2008-2014

Goal 1 Strategies

Goal 1:  Illinois State University will position students to excel in a globally competitive,  culturally diverse, technological, and changing environment.

Strategy 1

Ensure learning opportunities are accessible and affordable for a diverse pool of students.  Implementation will include activities such as:

a)       Reviewing and revising enrollment targets in each major to accommodate enrolled students;

b)       Enhancing financial aid and scholarship assistance for undergraduate students, including support for Monetary Award Program recipients whose maximum awards are not sufficient to cover tuition and fees at the University and recruitment incentives for new students; and

c)       Increasing support for graduate assistantships.

Strategy 2

Develop and implement stronger transfer student orientation and transition programs.

Strategy 3

Coordinate, support, and evaluate student services and advisement systems to facilitate improvements in all student graduation and retention rates.

Strategy 4

Increase enrollment and improve retention and graduation rates of underrepresented students.

Strategy 5

Ensure that the University’s curricula and teaching reflect the best educational practices and create enduring learning experiences that prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives.  Implementation will include activities such as:

a)       Having a campus dialog on increasing the role of research, scholarship and creative activity in the undergraduate experience; 

b)       Exploring opportunities for furthering the involvement of the Honors Program;

c)       Expanding international linkages to provide more opportunities for students to study abroad and to complete international internships;

d)       Providing the information technology environment necessary to prepare students for a rapidly changing workforce; and

e)       Partnering with other institutions for course sharing opportunities.

Strategy 6

Infuse multiculturalism and civic engagement throughout the curriculum in general education and all degree programs, as well as with co-curricular activities.