Thomas Bonagura

This strategic plan, presented by President Fred Moore, outlines a comprehensive vision for the university, aiming to become the nation's leading "New American College." Key strategic pillars include fostering student-centeredness and an innovative organizational climate through improved communication and community building; investing in people via comprehensive human resources and development opportunities; enhancing academic programs with rigorous, personalized, and internationally-focused experiences; modernizing facilities and equipment; prudently managing fiscal affairs and aggressively pursuing fundraising; strengthening board development; and augmenting religious life and church affiliations. The plan emphasizes a redefinition of scholarship to integrate theory with action, communicate knowledge, and apply it through professional service, focusing on societal problem-solving, interdisciplinary programs, and serving diverse student populations.

The strategic plan for Buena Vista University focuses on reaffirming its worth and embracing change to impact lives. Key areas include building outcomes by expanding opportunities for student success, building community by investing in technology, faculty, staff, and learning environments, and building connections with prospective and current students, alumni, and benefactors through recruitment, retention, and fundraising efforts.

Buena Vista University's ten-year strategic vision focuses on preparing students for lifelong success through transformational educational experiences. The core themes emphasize building outcomes by expanding co-curricular activities and online programs, building community by enhancing facilities and technology, and building connections by increasing fundraising and access to higher education in Iowa. The vision aims to unlock every student's greatest potential to build better lives and stronger communities.