Brandon University:
The Intellectual Heart of Western Manitoba
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Brandon University: The Intellectual Heart of Western Manitoba G E N E R A L F A C U L T Y C O U N C I L A U G U S T 2 9 , 2 0 1 9 Setting the Stage for a 2020 2030 Strategic Plan The BU Backdrop Academic Plan expires in 2020
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Academic Plan “expires” in 2020 Executive turnover Harness our strengths and create aspirational goals Include everyone at BU
Motto
Aletheuontes de en Agape “Speaking the truth in love”
Mission
We promote excellence in teaching, research, creation and
meaningful difference as engaged citizens and leaders. We defend academic freedom and responsibility. We create and disseminate new
committed to the education of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people. We share our expertise and resources with the greater community.
Personalized education Excellence in teaching and research Creativity, performance and innovation Environmental sustainability Intellectual integrity Ethical practices Students, faculty, staff Collegial environment and accountable governance Open access coupled with the resources necessary for student success
Recognizing and celebrating cultural diversity Our strong tradition of liberal education Academic freedom and its responsibilities Community engagement and partnerships Operational sustainability
*Self-declared
Faculty Councils Students Other? Admin Units Other?
Board of Governors
Community Members
City & Chamber Alumni Other?
Garnering initial ideas (underway) Strategic Plan Advisory Committee (SPAC) (September 2019) Discussion Document (September-October 2019) Stakeholder meetings (ongoing)
Development of strategic document (late fall 2019)
SPAC development of strategic draft plan (commencing early 2020) Consultation on draft with stakeholders (Spring 2020) Final revisions (Summer 2020)
Board approval of BU Strategic Plan (Fall 2020)
Weekly ‘What Ifs?’ Informal meetings Faculty and unit-level consultations Online feedback