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Conference Presentations

Published
April 3, 2025

Rooted Resilience: CSUMB Expands Student Offerings Through Regional Connections

Abstract: California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) has modeled social, environmental, and economic resilience planning by forging creative partnerships, expanding student offerings, and cultivating multi-source funding. We'll demonstrate how CSUMB leverages local resources?Äîsuch as the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary?Äîto offer world-class opportunities to students who wouldn't typically have access. Join us to gain actionable strategies for creating student-centered, locally-relevant learning environments that support the regional ecosystem, attract industry partnerships, drive local innovation, and boost academic and career outcomes.

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Planning for Higher Education Journal

Published
February 14, 2025

Improving Student Support on a Decentralized Campus

Project Management Ensures Campus Stakeholder Buy-in, Cross-Collaboration, and Thorough Communication

By: Delaney Ybarra, MA, Andrea Garrity, MS, and Erica L. Wagner, PhD

Portland State University’s Office of Student Success adopted a project management framework to improve student outcomes, starting with a pilot program to administer hardship funds.

From Volume 53 Number 2 | January–March 2025

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Conference Presentations

Published
July 22, 2024

All Things Considered: Collaborative Approaches to Academic Program Proposals

By: Ashley Strong-Green, Director of Academic Planning and Assessment | Mickey Williford, Vice President

Academic program misalignment can have serious consequences for institutions, such as a lack of support for competing priorities and unwieldy maintenance of administrative oversight.
Abstract: Academic program misalignment can have serious consequences for institutions, such as a lack of support for competing priorities and unwieldy maintenance of administrative oversight. Students may also obtain degrees that are difficult to explain or find themselves caught in programs that require teach-outs to complete a discontinued course of study. This session will cover how planners can strategically invest institutional resources in academic program proposals to ensure programs are student centered, institutionally aligned, and collaborative. Join us to discover how you can effectively analyze and align programs, engage stakeholders, and manage expectations for academic programs at your institution.

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Webinar Recordings

Published
June 12, 2024

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Effective Academic Cost Stewardship: Strategies for a Sustainable Future

By: Mike Cogan, PhD, Unicus Decision Support | Hesham El-Rewini, Ph.D., P.E, Executive Vice President and Provost

Join us for a transformative exploration into the dynamic world of academic cost stewardship within higher education institutions.
Abstract: Join us for a transformative exploration into the dynamic world of academic cost stewardship within higher education institutions. This webinar, based on the comprehensive guide Effective Academic Cost Stewardship Ecosystem: A Practical Guide for Administrators, Faculty, and Governing Boards, delves into tailored solutions and best practices that can help your institution navigate financial challenges while simultaneously enhancing academic excellence. Discover innovative strategies for academic planning and cost stewardship, leveraging data for informed decision-making, and fostering a culture of transparency and adaptability. Whether you're an administrator, faculty member, or institutional planner, this session will equip you with actionable insights to steer your institution toward a sustainable future.

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Conference Presentations

Published
March 5, 2024

Planning and Leading Through Positive Turbulence: Kean’s Pursuit of R2 Status

By: Neva Lozada, Kean University | Carlos Rodriguez, Kean University | Michael Salvatore, Kean University | Joseph Youngblood, Kean University

In order to meet the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education's requirements for an R2 Research Institution designation, Kean University created the University Planning Council (UPC), an inclusive university-wide body with representatives from every constituency within the university community.
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In order to meet the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education's requirements for an R2 Research Institution designation, Kean University created the University Planning Council (UPC), an inclusive university-wide body with representatives from every constituency within the university community. The UPC creates linkages between assessment and resource allocations to establish integrated university-wide planning, supporting a comprehensive restructuring of its planning processes, policies, and procedures. This session will emphasize the importance of the democratization of data, transparency, inclusivity, and capacity development in integrated planning processes.

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Planning for Higher Education Journal

Published
January 19, 2024

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The Value of Promising Failures and Partial Successes

Visible and Actionable Assessments Can Support a More Equitable Learning Environment

By: Karen Singer-Freeman, PhD

The Grand Challenges Project provides a comprehensive framework for institutions to overcome barriers, promote equity, and advance continuous improvement in higher education evaluation practices.

From Volume 52 Number 1 | October–December 2023

Abstract: The Grand Challenges in Higher Education Assessment Project (The Grand Challenges Project) is a national initiative designed to transform the landscape of assessment practices in ways that will increase equity by encouraging improvements in integrated planning. This article discusses the synergy between the three goals of the Grand Challenges Project: 1) Use Assessment Findings to Increase Equity; 2) Make Assessment Findings Visible and Actionable to Drive Innovation; and 3) Use Assessment Findings to Drive Rapid and Equitable Improvements in Pedagogy. Integrated planning is necessary to advance these goals, and progress toward each goal supports progress toward a more equitable and inclusive system of higher education.

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Blog Post

Published
January 12, 2024

The Grand Challenges in Assessment Project Supports Progress in Integrated Planning

It Links Planning, Resource Allocation, and Assessment in Higher Education

By: Karen Singer-Freeman, PhD, Grand Challenges in Assessment in Higher Education, and Wake Forest University

In recognition of the important role assessment plays in integrated planning, SCUP is an endorsing organization of the Grand Challenge in Assessment Project. In this blog post, we discuss the project and explore how it can help advance integrated planning in higher education.

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Example Plans

Published
January 5, 2024

Strategic Plan, Strategic Planning Website

Public Doctoral/Research University (Georgia, United States)

Strategic plan for the university, which is beginning its second decade after consolidation.

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Planning for Higher Education Journal

Published
December 15, 2023

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Survival of the Financially Fittest

Leverage Strategic Decision-Making and Key Financial Metrics to Achieve Financial Stability

By: Aaron Meis, EdD, and Julee Gard, EdD

Leaders must look closely at financial trends that may reveal signs of trouble—in the short or immediate term—and have the courage to act to address them.

From Volume 52 Number 1 | October–December 2023

Abstract: This article explores a methodology for assessing and managing the financial viability of private, tuition-dependent institutions as well as institutional tactics and strategies used to improve their financial strength. The resulting model will help institutions understand the trends and predictive value of key financial metrics directly impacting their liquidity and operations and how senior leadership can drive change. Institutional examples illustrate how to engage senior leadership in strategic decision-making that includes assessment of revenue growth and/or expense management.

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Example Plans

Published
November 13, 2023

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Private Doctoral/Research University (Maryland, United States)

The research university’s 2023 strategic plan.

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