President's Cabinet

Our focus over the next five years can be summarized very simply:

• Reputation
• Recruitment
• Retention
• Revenue

As you review our strategic plan below, it will become obvious that these 4Rs are related in many ways to the Goals and Strategic Initiatives outlined in the plan. As we look to the future, it is essential that we keep our focus and use our resources effectively. This effort will require informed decisions based on extensive assessment, a strong foundation of core values, and a clear strategic plan that points the way to success. We owe it to our students and all of our stakeholders to be the best institution we can be and this plan will serve as our road map for the journey ahead!

Strategic Plan 2008-2013

Mission Statement

Alfred State, a residential college of technology, provides career-focused education enriched by the liberal arts to produce job- and transfer-ready graduates.

Vision Statement

Alfred State will be nationally recognized as the college of choice for students seeking a technology-focused education and the preferred college for employers seeking graduates prepared to "hit the ground running."

Goal A:

Promote academic excellence and a scholarly environment. Reputation.

Strategy:

• Improve teaching and learning infrastructure. Reputation.
• Improve recruitment, retention, and development of outstanding and diverse faculty and staff. Reputation.
• Develop and implement assessment and continuous improvement processes. Reputation.
• Continue Program and Curriculum Development. Reputation, Recruitment, Retention, Revenue.
• Create a climate that supports both a two- and four-year campus culture.Reputation, Recruitment, Retention.

Goal B:

Ensure the financial stability of the college. Revenue.

Strategy:

• Maximize revenue sources. Revenue.
• Enhance effective procedures for budget control and oversight. Revenue.

Goal C:

Achieve optimal student enrollment and retention. Recruitment, Retention, Revenue.

Strategy:

• Determine Optimal Student Enrollment Goals. Recruitment, Revenue.
• Develop a strategic enrollment plan, including recruitment and retention. Recruitment, Retention.
• Provide Exceptional Customer Service. Reputation, Recruitment, Retention.

Goal D:

Enhance the appearance, safety, and functionality of campus facilities. Reputation.

Strategy:

• Develop and implement a facilities master plan with campus-wide input. Reputation, Recruitment, and Retention.
• Develop and Implement a Campus Beautification Plan. Reputation, Recruitment, and Retention.
• Continue to assess campus safety conditions and implement corrective actions. Reputation, Recruitment, and Retention.

Goal E:

Support and challenge faculty, staff, and students as they grow personally and professionally. Reputation, Retention.

Strategy:

• Facilitate more faculty/student/staff engagement. Reputation, Retention.
• Integrate the core values and beliefs of the college into policies and operating practices. Reputation.

Core Values

The following values guide the Alfred State College community

Excellence

• We provide the highest possible quality education and experiences for our students.
• We assess our performance and work to continuously improve.
• We value continuous learning and development for our students and ourselves.
• The needs of our students help to shape our priorities and decisions.
• We seek to enhance our personal knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Groups and individuals actively collaborate and share ideas to improve the organization.

Integrity

• Our actions reflect our words and our values.
• We are honest and ethical in our words and deeds.
• We communicate responsibly and truthfully.
• We are open to feedback and share sincere feedback respectfully.
• We encourage responsible action in ourselves and in one another.

Respect

• We practice compassion in the workplace, maintaining the dignity of all community members.
• We expect an environment where we are free to share ideas openly and without fear.
• We promote a welcoming environment for all.
• We honor the differences among us and learn from the backgrounds, experiences, and thinking of others.
• We work to understand the perspectives brought by all individuals.