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Jan 1, 2025·StrategicPlan
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University of Detroit Mercy Strategic Plan 2025-2029
The University of Detroit Mercy's strategic plan for 2025-2029 aims to establish the institution as an inclusive, nationally recognized organization offering transformative student experiences, enhance its position for longevity and sustainability, and invest in the development and well-being of its faculty, staff, and students. The plan is structured around key priorities: cultivating a distinguished national reputation, driving financial stability, providing an outstanding student experience, and strengthening the university ecosystem. It emphasizes enrollment growth, greater efficiency, and financial sustainability, serving as a guide for resource allocation and fundraising while reinforcing the University's mission of academic excellence and values-based education.
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University Of Detroit Mercy Strategic Session Outputs
This document presents the outputs and opportunities identified during a strategic session for the University of Detroit Mercy (UDM). It aims to subvert norms, foster a new mindset, and chart a new future by addressing challenges such as 'Mojo Lost,' 'Deficit Mindset,' and 'Perception vs Reality.' The strategic direction is framed around declaring aspirations ('THESE are the days'), taking action ('From SHOULD to WILL'), and delivering on promises ('Promises Made/Kept'). Key opportunities include building a new model for 21st-century universities and integrating social innovation into every course. The overarching vision is for UDM to become the North American hub for social innovation, producing successful and purposeful graduates, and serving as a model for higher education.
Jan 4, 2021·StrategicPlan
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University Of Detroit Mercy Strategic Plan 2019-2024
The University of Detroit Mercy's 2019-2024 strategic plan, "Boundlessly Forward," aims to enhance the university's long-term viability by focusing on three primary goals: creating a vibrant "College Town" atmosphere, delivering relevant and dynamic academics, and passionately serving students and each other. The plan emphasizes improving facilities, student engagement, and community connections; enhancing academic program evaluation, securing alternative revenue streams, and coordinating marketing with academic goals; and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service and collaboration among employees. The plan aims to increase student enrollment, retention, and graduation rates, while also enhancing the university's reputation and financial sustainability. It builds upon previous successes and involves administrators, faculty, students, alumni, and community partners to achieve its objectives.
Jan 1, 2019·StrategicPlan
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Detroit Mercy Strategic Plan 2019-2024
The Detroit Mercy 2019-2024 Strategic Plan, "Boundlessly Forward," aims to create a better future for the university by empowering stakeholders to collaborate. The plan focuses on building upon past achievements and creating a shared vision. Key areas of focus include strengthening community engagement, delivering dynamic academics that address current and future challenges, and passionately serving and supporting the university community.
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