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Strategic Plan

Tennessee State University

GOAL I

Grow undergraduate and graduate enrollment
Develop innovative approaches to retain a diverse student body
Improve graduation attainment performance
Expand online academic programs that address the diverse needs of students and constituents
Establish a comprehensive on-boarding process inclusive of orientation, tutorial support, advisement, registration, and other academic and student support services
Provide students access to experiential learning, research, and engagement opportunities

GOAL II

Build and enhance a culture that utilizes and supports assessment, accreditation, compliance, and strategic planning
Improve customer service and enhanced quality and responsiveness to internal and external demands
Enhance technology infrastructure to provide the various communities technological resources needed today
Improve institution-wide operational and organizational effectiveness improvement and efficiency initiatives

GOAL III

Align academic programs to build and expand partnerships with the fast-growing technology, healthcare, music-related, and other businesses in the Nashville Metro region
Enhance coordinated efforts internally and externally to improve engagement with all stakeholders
Enhance partnerships with the business community to enhance overall operations of the University and the palcement of graduates
Cultivate a climate of interdisciplinary research and creative activities for all stakeholders.

GOAL IV

Strengthen the University's fiscal position to enhance and diversify current and new revenue streams
Increase and offer competitive scholarships by 10% per academic year
Enhance the research output of personnel (faculty and graduate students), Ph. D. programs, and facilities to sustain R2 research status and pursue R1 classification

GOAL V

Attract and retain talented and highly qualified faculty and staff
Create and enhance the professional development of faculty and staff through a coordinated approach