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Strategic Plan

Strategy Plan for UA Cossatot 2025-2030

This strategic plan positions UA Cossatot for longterm success by focusing on innovation and excellence in education. Through these four strategic goals, we will create a more engaging learning environment, expand access to education, enrich campus life, and ensure operational efficiency, ultimately empowering our students and strengthening our community.

Mission Statement

UA Cossatot is committed to improving the lives of those in our communities by providing quality education, outstanding service, and relevant industry training.

Vision Statement

UA Cossatot will be a leading community college and the local gateway to higher education and training by providing innovative and creative opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve with a focus on equitable
educational opportunities, students and their success, and a commitment to communities and their development.

Strategic Planning Committee:

Dr. Steve Cole - Chancellor
Dr. Ashley Aylett - Vice Chancellor for Academics
Charlotte Johnson - Vice Chancellor for Business Finance
Madelyn Jones - Foundation & Advancement Director
Relinda Ruth - Director of Educational Resources & OER Specialist
Erika Buenrrostro - Director for Student Success & Enrichment
Sarah Chesshir - Division Chair for Skilled & Technical Sciences
Julie Rhodes - Director of High School Programs
Shawna Stinnett - Director of Institutional Research & Assessment
Noelle Couch - Administrative Specialist III
Ryan Kesterson - Information Systems Support Specialist
Sabrina Harner - Accountant I
Michelle Burrell - Workforce Development Coordinator
Haley Hadaway - Faculty
Dr. Jordan Guillory - Faculty
Tabetha Nguyen - Faculty
Tim Whisenhunt - Buildings & Grounds Supervisor
Dennis Guzman - Creative Media Coordinator

Stakeholders

UA Cossatot’s stakeholders are those on whom the success or failure of the institution depend. Students, parents of students, employees, legislators, feeder schools, industry partners, the general population, and other two- and four-year universities represent the stakeholders.

2030 Strategic Objectives

IMPROVE THE QUALITY, ACCESSIBILITY, AND RELEVANCE OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO SUPPORT STUDENT SUCCESS.

  • Align curricula, credentials, certificates, and degrees
    with transfer, career, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
  • Promote civic, community, and global engagement, with
    opportunities for students, faculty and staff to participate
    in volunteer work and community organizations.
  • Promote faculty professional development to improve
    teaching practices, including strategies to enhance class
    participation, integrate technology, and enhance
    educational assessment.
  • Offer flexible and innovative scheduling to help learners
    balance life and education.
  • Increase real-world learning opportunities through
    internships, apprenticeships, and shadowing programs.
    Use data-driven assessment to continuously improve
    learning outcomes.

IMPROVE INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EFFICIENT OPERATIONS AND
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS.

  • Build relationships, expand partnerships, and develop pipeline programs with schools, community organizations, and businesses.
  • Increase affordability and financial resources to alleviate financial challenges for students.
  • Promote academic success and reduce barriers through personalized advising, mentorships, tutoring, and support services.

CREATE A WELCOMING, SAFE, AND VIBRANT CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT.

  • Develop a plan to modernize classrooms, labs, dining areas, and communal spaces to foster belonging.
  • Implement advanced security systems and mental health resources for students and staff.
  • Expand extracurricular and student organization programs for enhanced collaboration and learning.
  • Strengthen student-athlete support systems to
    balance academics and sports.

IMPROVE INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EFFICIENT OPERATIONS AND
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS.

  • Utilize data analytics to track performance and support
    strategic planning.
  • Streamline policies and processes to increase
    efficiency.
  • Develop a proactive fiscal strategy that aligns revenue
    growth with program and staffing priorities.
  • Invest in modern digital infrastructure and cybersecurity
    to support learning and operations.
  • Strengthen employee recruitment, retention, and
    succession planning.
  • Foster a culture of employee engagement through open
    communication and collaboration.
  • Promote eco-friendly practices, including waste reduction
    and energy-efficient technologies.

Strategic Plan PDFs

UA Cossatot Strategic Plan 2025-2030

UA Cossatot 2025 Strategic Plan Year Two Update Report

UA Cossatot 2020/2021 Annual Report

UA Cossatot 2020 Strategic Plan Final Report (Spring 2020)

UA Cossatot 2020 Strategic Plan Mid-Point Strategic Plan Update (2018)

UA Cossatot 2020 Strategic Plan

Cossatot Project 2016

Enrollment Management and Retention Plan

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