Grand Challenge 3: Realizing the Potential of All our Students
NMU is driven to prepare our students for success in an ever-changing world. Increasing focus on high impact practices and experiences (HIPEs), comprehensive advising, and flexible learning formats and credentials will provide all Wildcats the equal opportunity to graduate on time and achieve lifelong success.
STRATEGY | SUCCESS OUTCOME(S) | LEAD(S) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.1. Create a culture in which High Impact Practices and Experiences (HIPEs) are utilized, assessed, and promoted in order to enhance student engagement and increase retention. | 100% HIPEs: All students will participate in at least two High Impact Practices and Experiences (HIPEs) over the course of their academic experience. | Diana Lafferty, High Impact Practices and Experiences (HIPEs) Faculty Fellow and Assistant Professor, Biology Leslie Warren, Dean, Library and Instructional Support |
| 3.2. Optimize the NMU student success ecosystem in order to ensure ongoing, comprehensive, integrated support for all NMU students. | Zero Opportunity Gaps: There is no statistical difference in on-time graduation rates for any student subgroup. Best in Class: NMU has the highest 4-year graduation rate among our Carnegie class (Medium-sized, Masters-granting) in the Great Lakes region. | Deni Brenes, Director, Student Success Dale Kapla, Senior Associate Provost, Academic Affairs |
| 3.3. Meet students’ unique educational needs throughout their lifetime through developing flexible educational pathways and credential options based on the changing needs of students and the public. | Lifelong Learning Ecosystem: Serve learners across all life stages with 3% annual increase in the number of modern/non-traditional learners (e.g., working professionals, career changers, retirees) and 4% annual increase in the number of total credentials (credit and continuing education) awarded. | Steven VandenAvond, Associate Provost for Extended Learning and Community Engagement & Dean, College of Technology and Occupational Sciences Carol Johnson, Dean and Department Head, College of Business |