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Strategy 2015: Institutional Goals

Goal 4

Visibility, Outreach, and Economic Catalyst:  Pursue initiatives that make GSU a preferred destination in the region, that create a vibrant public dialogue, and that increase the university's effectiveness as an economic catalyst in the region.

  1. Build regional community awareness of campus activities through effective outreach and communications programs.
    • Increase community service projects that build connections to the university.
    • Share expertise of the university with members of our regional community.
    • Increase our external presence through media coverage and proactive engagement with journalists.
    • Expand and promote university outreach.
    • Establish the University as a recognized regional destination for conferences.
  2. Increase programming and promotion to include the wider community and to create a place for vibrant public dialogue.
    • Increase use of campus assets such as the Center for Performing Arts, the Family Development Center, and the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park.
    • Create and expand collaborative relationships among all college's constituent groups.
    • Offer non-credit programming.
    • Use technology as a tool in GSU's efforts to create a virtual public square that serves our regional community.
    • Ensure a safe and secure campus setting. 
  3. Enrich the student experience at GSU.
    • Be a model for high quality student services for adult learners.
    • Develop a new student center that includes:
           o Library facilities
           o Computing facilities
           o Small group spaces
           o Recreational facilities
           o Bookstore and other retail options.
    • Develop residential life opportunities.
  4. Expand the role of GSU in the regional network supporting economic development.
    • Expand the role of CenterPoint services.
    • Bring together education, business and government to develop network of support services.
    • Continue to support the growth and retention of business in the region.
    • Develop business relationships that support students and academic programs and involve students in solving real world problems.