In the Fall of 2005 President Cheryl J. Norton announced the initiation of a university strategic planning process. This process, which has solicited the active involvement of the entire campus community, will result in a University Strategic Plan for 2007-2012.

In the midst of a $260 million construction and facilities improvement project, the president has appointed new administrative leaders in University Advancement, Academic Affairs, and Student/University Affairs. In addition, the institution continues to recruit highly qualified, diverse faculty and staff. Southern Connecticut State University is truly undergoing an institutional renaissance. It is fitting, then, that we engage in a thoughtful, transparent, and forward-looking strategic planning process to create an outstanding urban, comprehensive university positioned to meet the challenges of the 21st century. These are indeed exciting times for Southern.

This website was developed to facilitate communication with the various members of the campus community and those from outside of the campus who are interested in the future goals and direction of the institution. I invite you to visit the E-Resource Center on this page which contains many of the reports, studies, and other documents that provide historical background for this process and will inform the Steering Committee as it develops drafts of the actual Plan. The Steering Committee is supported by ten Strategic Working Groups, comprised of over 160 faculty, staff, and students, the membership of which can be found on this page, along with the minutes of the meetings that have been held by those groups. Both the Steering Committee and the Strategic Working Groups regularly post their meeting times, upcoming events, and draft documents here for your convenience. From time to time draft documents will be posted in a way to solicit input from the campus community. In an effort to encourage inclusivity and participation throughout the planning process, a Suggestion Box has been made available for your use. Be sure to check the Calendar of Events so that you can stay involved. Be a part of Southern’s future.

Selase W. Williams, Provost and
Vice President for Academic Affairs