Joel Hanson

This strategic plan outlines BridgeValley Community and Technical College's commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality education that prepares students for meaningful careers and further education, aiming to be a leading institution for workforce education and a driver of regional economic growth. The plan is built upon guiding values of excellence in workforce education, accessibility and achievement, transparency, a quality environment, community and economic development, focus on skilled trades, and a safe campus. Strategic initiatives include fostering student-centered education through flexible pathways and employer partnerships, providing holistic student support, ensuring transparent and accountable institutional practices, and engaging deeply with the community. Key goals address enrollment growth and sustainability, student retention and completion, institutional effectiveness, industry and community partnership expansion, and strategic marketing and brand identity.

The board meeting included an executive session dedicated to personnel discussions. Following the session, the board moved into general session for comments and discussion. Additionally, upcoming dates for institutional events, including graduation and commencement, were reviewed along with scheduling for future board meetings.

The meeting includes an executive session to discuss facilities at Davis Hall and the Advanced Technology Center. Action items involve facilities maintenance for both Davis Hall and the Advanced Technology Center, followed by board comments and discussion.

This strategic plan outlines BridgeValley Community and Technical College's direction to deliver accessible, high-quality education, empower students for meaningful careers, and drive regional economic growth. It focuses on several key areas including excellence in workforce education, accessibility and achievement, transparency, a quality environment, community and economic development, a focus on skilled trades, and a safe and accessible campus. The plan sets forth strategic initiatives for student-centered education, holistic student support, institutional transparency and accountability, and targeted community engagement, with defined goals for enrollment growth, student retention and completion, institutional effectiveness, industry and community partnership expansion, and strategic marketing and brand identity.

The 2021-2025 Strategic Plan for BridgeValley Community and Technical College focuses on student success, institutional sustainability, and community engagement. The plan prioritizes preparing students for high-wage, high-skill occupations and lifelong learning, while also ensuring responsible resource management and fostering strong relationships with industry and community partners. Key initiatives include increasing program completion rates, improving student retention, expanding learning and earning opportunities, implementing guided pathways, pursuing new revenue streams, enhancing marketing and branding, and creating strategic partnerships to support workforce and economic development.