To: Faculty and Staff
From: Cady Short-Thompson, Ph.D.
President, Northern Kentucky University
Date: 10/01/24
Subject: Strategic Planning Update
Dear Colleagues,
Fall is in the air, and work on developing our next university strategic plan is underway!
Following a call for nominations in the Spring, a team was selected to lead our strategic planning process. This group represents a cross-section of the university and brings a diverse range of perspectives and experiences, and we are grateful for their ongoing service. As we move through this process, we will provide formal opportunities for engagement, but we also encourage you to seek out these individuals with any additional input.
Member |
College/Unit |
Representation |
Amanda Andrews |
First-Year Experience and Programming |
Staff Congress |
Marquita Barron |
Human Resources |
Staff |
Chris Curran |
Arts and Sciences |
Faculty Senate |
Hailley Fargo |
Steely Library |
Faculty |
Karen Mefford |
Associate Vice President, Financial Services |
Senior Administration |
Dekuwmini (Dee) Mornah |
Haile College of Business |
Faculty |
Julie Stockman |
University Internships |
Staff |
Gannon Tagher |
College of Health and Human Services |
Dean |
Jason Vest |
Associate Provost, Academic and Student Affairs |
Senior Administration |
John Wharton |
Haile College of Business |
Undergraduate Student |
Pete Rinto |
Planning and Institutional Research |
Institutional Effectiveness |
Diana McGill |
Provost |
Ex-officio |
Cady Short-Thompson |
President |
Ex-officio |
We are excited to invite you to participate in a series of Strategic Planning Forums designed to shape the future of our campus community. These forums offer an opportunity for you to share your insights, ideas, and vision for our university.
Building on the feedback received during our Preliminary Listening Sessions this past Spring, we have structured our Fall Forums around three primary themes. You are encouraged to attend any sessions of interest to you.
Faculty/Staff Success and Organizational Culture: How can we improve our institution to bolster morale and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our work?
Ø Tuesday, October 8, 11 a.m.-noon in SU 104
Ø Wednesday, October 9, 2-3 p.m. in SU 104
Academic Excellence and Student Success: How can we create a student-ready learning environment that holistically supports all students and prepares them for future jobs?
Ø Thursday, October 10, 2-3 p.m. in SU 104
Ø Friday, October 11, 11 a.m.-noon in SU 104
Regional Connections, Community & Civic Engagement: How can we take advantage of our strategic location to provide students with unique opportunities for engagement and career development?
Ø Wednesday, October 16, 11 a.m.-noon in UC 375
Ø Thursday, October 17, 11 a.m.-noon in SU 104
Your input is crucial in ensuring that the strategic plan reflects the diverse perspectives and needs of our community. The forums outlined are intended for faculty and staff and will be available in a hybrid format (links for remote participation will be sent at a later date). Additional forums intended for students will be announced shortly.
Please note that there will be additional opportunities available to make your voice heard. More information on the planning process can be found on the strategic planning website.
We look forward to hearing your thoughts and joining us as we build our vision for the future!
All the best and Go Norse!
Cady Short-Thompson, Ph.D.
President
