Colorado School of Mines Strategic Plan 2024 Strategic

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Colorado School of Mines Strategic Plan 2024 Strategic Scorecard Board Presentation October 9, 2014

Colorado School of Mines Strategic Plan 2024 Strategic Scorecard Board Presentation October 9, 2014

Strategic Scorecard Measures n Student Outcomes n n n n National Survey of Student

Strategic Scorecard Measures n Student Outcomes n n n n National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) Results n n n % Freshman non-resident All Freshman ACT / SAT avg New Ph. D GRE median Experiences at institution contributed to: n Improvement in communication skills n Analytical skills and knowledge n Understanding people of other backgrounds & being an informed and active citizen Student Satisfaction Enrollment – Degree-seeking n n Undergraduate Graduate Academic Faculty n n Student Selectivity n n 4 -Yr graduation rate (overall, underserved – as defined by state in performance contracts) 6 -Yr graduation rate (overall, underserved) Freshman retention (overall, underserved) BS degree outcomes rate n Headcount (Tenured / Tenure-track / Teaching) Faculty departures – non-retirement Members of the National Academies of Engineering or Sciences Student to Faculty Ratio n n Degree-seeking enrollment/ Academic Faculty Common Data Set n Research Expenditures n Fundraising n n n Total dollars raised Endowment Financial ratios n n 2 Debt service coverage Net asset to Debt Expendable Resources to Operations Strategic enterprises net revenues

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Graduation and Retention Rates Comparison of other STEM-based peers or aspirational peers: 5

Graduation and Retention Rates Comparison of other STEM-based peers or aspirational peers: 5

6 BS Degree Outcomes Data source: Career Center Annual Report Definition of Positive Outcome:

6 BS Degree Outcomes Data source: Career Center Annual Report Definition of Positive Outcome: • Accepted a position within their field, or have chosen to attend graduate school. • Graduates who have notified the Career Center that they are “not looking” are considered to be on their chosen career path and counted as a positive outcome.

Student to Faculty Ratio Two proposed methods: (1) Common Data Set: Most commonly used

Student to Faculty Ratio Two proposed methods: (1) Common Data Set: Most commonly used ratio externally. Allows for peer comparison (2) Internally defined: Degree-seeking students headcount / Academic Faculty headcount. Academic faculty only includes permanent tenured, tenure-track and teaching faculty members. Could also include faculty who are on transitional retirement. Data on the next page shows totals with and without transitional faculty. • Another data source is US Department of Education IPEDS database. IPEDS SFR definition has evolved over time. It currently now mirrors the Common Data Set definition. Common Data Set: • Definition • Students. Full-time UG = 12 credit hours or more. Full-time GR = 9 credit hours or more. Part-time is converted to FTE as 1/3 rd # of part-time students. • Faculty. Includes full-time and part-time faculty. Full-time is based on AAUP’s definition of instructional faculty. Full-time does not need to be “permanent”. Part-time allows for anyone teaching a credit hour, and is converted to FTE as 1/3 rd # of part-time faculty. • Peer comparison relies on accuracy of each institutional inputs and interpretation of definitions. • Faculty definition is broader than what we may consider “academic faculty”. 7

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9 NSEE Questions n Identified Improvement in knowledge, skills, and personal development n b.

9 NSEE Questions n Identified Improvement in knowledge, skills, and personal development n b. code of values and ethics Understanding people of other backgrounds (economic, racial, ethnic, political, religious, nationality, etc) Being an informed and active citizen How much has your experience at this institution contributed to your knowledge, skills, and personal development in the c. following areas? a. Communication skills n Student Satisfaction a. Writing clearly and effectively n How would you evaluate your entire b. Speaking clearly and effectively educational experience? c. Working effectively with others b. Analytical skills & knowledge n If you could start over again, would you go to the same institution you are now a. Thinking critically and analytically attending? b. Acquiring job or work related knowledge and skills c. Solving complex, real-world problems c. Understanding people of other backgrounds & being an informed and active citizen a. Developing or clarifying a personal

Colorado School of Mines Strategic Plan 2024

Colorado School of Mines Strategic Plan 2024

11 Mission Education and research in engineering and science to solve the world’s challenges

11 Mission Education and research in engineering and science to solve the world’s challenges related to the earth, energy and the environment • Colorado School of Mines educates students and creates knowledge to address the needs and aspirations of the world’s growing population. • Mines embraces engineering, the sciences, and associated fields related to the discovery and recovery of the Earth’s resources, the conversion of resources to materials and energy, development of advanced processes and products, fundamental knowledge and technologies that support the physical and biological sciences, and the economic, social and environmental systems necessary for a sustainable global society. • Mines empowers, and holds accountable, its faculty, students, and staff to achieve excellence in its academic programs, its research, and in its application of knowledge for the development of technology.

12 Vision Mines will be the premier institution, based on the impact of its

12 Vision Mines will be the premier institution, based on the impact of its graduates and research programs, in engineering and science relating to the earth, energy and the environment • Colorado School of Mines is a world-renowned institution that continually enhances its leadership in educational and research programs that serve constituencies throughout Colorado, the nation, and the world. • Mines is widely acclaimed as an educational institution focused on stewardship of the earth, development of materials, overcoming the earth’s energy challenges, and fostering environmentally sound and sustainable solutions.

13 Values A student-centered institution focused on education that promotes collaboration, integrity, perseverance, creativity,

13 Values A student-centered institution focused on education that promotes collaboration, integrity, perseverance, creativity, life-long learning, and a responsibility for developing a better world. • The Mines student graduates with a strong sense of integrity, intellectual curiosity, demonstrated ability to get a job done in collaborative environments, passion to achieve goals, and an enhanced sense of responsibility to promote positive change in the world. • Mines is committed to providing a quality experience for students, faculty, and staff through student programs, excellence in pedagogy and research, and an engaged and supportive campus community. • Mines actively promotes ethical and responsible behaviors as a part of all aspects of campus life.

Guiding Principles 14 As Mines implements this strategic plan, the following critical principles shall

Guiding Principles 14 As Mines implements this strategic plan, the following critical principles shall guide and inform decision-making throughout the process: ■ Mines will remain a small, specialized engineering and science research university. ■ “We are proud of everything that we do. ” Emphasis on quality and excellence must be paramount in the education, research and services that we deliver ■ The future distinction of the institution requires building multiple best-in-class programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. ■ Mines must operate with the entrepreneurial mindset of a private institution that promotes innovation in programs and cost efficiency in operations. ■ Mines seeks to foster a diverse community with a sense of shared purpose toward serving our mission and our stakeholders. ■ Mines will be recognized for its curricular delivery that is student-centered and leverages strengths of highly innovative faculty and best-in-class technology practices.

Aspirations When Mines celebrates its 150 th anniversary in 2024, the success of the

Aspirations When Mines celebrates its 150 th anniversary in 2024, the success of the strategic vision and plan will be measured by having achieved or significant achievement towards these aspirations: n Recognized in the top 10 among similarly-sized peer institutions (High-STEM) n 4 -year graduation rate of 60% and 6 -year rate of 85% while still maintaining Mines’ hallmark commitment to quality, rigor and excellence n Surpass $100 M in research expenditures n Mines will continue to be financially self-sustaining n 95% of graduates (undergraduate and graduate) report that they would have chosen Mines again if they could re-do their decision 15

Goal 1: Enhance the distinctive identity and reputation of Mines Strategies n Develop and

Goal 1: Enhance the distinctive identity and reputation of Mines Strategies n Develop and implement integrated marketing plan that expands our brand recognition and reputation throughout the world. n Increase collaborations with other top quality institutions worldwide. n Expand active-learning instruction (such as studio and project-based, rather than traditional lecture format) utilizing best-in-class pedagogical and technological practices. n Improve and expand opportunities for participation in professional practice and research throughout the entire undergraduate experience. n Expand enhance graduate student development of professional attributes through formalized activities and curricular excellence. n Create new and enhance existing large research initiatives focusing on the global challenges related to the earth, energy, and the environment. n Increase faculty membership in national academies and professional society fellows, and student participation in prestigious national awards and fellowships. 16

Goal 2: Build upon a student-centered campus culture of excellence, inclusion, diversity and community.

Goal 2: Build upon a student-centered campus culture of excellence, inclusion, diversity and community. 17 Strategies n Expand residential campus to integrate efforts from academic affairs and student life, for undergraduate and graduate students, to promote student community and to foster collaboration, learning, leadership and citizenship. n Advance academic culture and structure that fosters creativity, intellectual-curiosity, and student success. n Enhance opportunities for students to develop effective communication skills as a complement to strong content expertise. n Build a campus that values employees and students of the institution through a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment. n Increase the diversity and quality of Mines’ faculty, student and staff. n Improve mentoring and other support of faculty with the goal to enhance the overall quality of the student experience.

Goal 3: Build and diversify revenue streams and auxiliary enterprises. 18 Strategies n Build

Goal 3: Build and diversify revenue streams and auxiliary enterprises. 18 Strategies n Build upon advancements in board authorities that define our relationship with the state. n Expand institutional support and infrastructure development through alumni outreach and Foundation initiatives. n Establish new or expand continuing education and executive education enterprises that enhance the reputation, global reach, and financial security of Mines. n Continuously investigate new technologies and market trends that threaten core revenues, and respond to best leading practices that maintain our preeminence in instructional delivery. n Diversify federal research funding across multiple agencies while increasing corporate and private research support. n Support research innovation through an enhanced technology transfer program.

Goal 4: Develop and support campus infrastructure and processes to match Mines' aspiration to

Goal 4: Develop and support campus infrastructure and processes to match Mines' aspiration to become a top-tier engineering and science institution. Strategies n Incorporate within the overall financial plan a strategy to sustain and improve capital infrastructure. n Produce, and continuously monitor the effectiveness of, faculty teaching and research guidelines that promote excellence and satisfaction. n Align performance expectations, outcomes, rewards and recognitions with campus needs and the strategic plan. n Assess and reconfigure administrative processes to promote institutional efficiency, communication, transparency and ease of access to information. n Upgrade and enhance instructional infrastructure and support services. n Enhance and expand research infrastructure to support growth in research while ensuring effectiveness and efficiency. 19