Vision 2025

In commemorating Park’s 150th anniversary, our university community recommits itself to our founding principle of providing educational access while expressing a shared vision that will guide us to 2025 and beyond.

We recognize that our world, nation, and higher education have changed dramatically. Vision 2025 reflects a university steadfastly committed to reaching and teaching students where they are, building bridges with partner institutions and organizations, and preserving financial stability. Park’s mission remains firmly at our core.

Priorities and Objectives

Priority 1: People and Culture (Co-Chairs: Scott Hageman and Kevin Vicker)

Foster Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)
Communicate with Clarity and Transparency
Cultivate Employee Satisfaction and Engagement

Priority 2: Growth and Enrollment (Co-Chairs: Kristen Whiteley and Matt Killday)

Expand Military Enrollment and Enhance Services
Launch and Grow Strategic Alliance Relationships
Stabilize and Position for Traditional Student Growth

Priority 3: Infrastructure and Platform (Co-Chairs: Tamera Jenkins and James Nelson)

Leverage Technology with Adaptive Tools
Develop Facilities Master Plan for Gilbert Campus
Develop Facilities Master Plan for Parkville Campus

Priority 4: Academics and Innovation (Co-Chairs: Alivia Zubrod and Christy Myers)

Identify New Program Growth Opportunities
Expand Current Program Offerings to Online and/or Civilian Campus Centers
Create Credit for Experience Pathways
Improve Student Persistence and Completion
Identify Textbook/In-course Educational Resources Cost Reduction

Priority 5: Fundraising and Support (Co-Chairs: Brian Hoffman and Jenny Keane)

Develop 150th Anniversary and Comprehensive Campaign
Showcase International Center for Music

Priority 6: Finance and Liquidity (Co-Chairs: Andrew Lutz and Scott Fergerson)

Deliver a Balanced Budget and Sustainable Reserves
Increase Revenue through Strategic Partnerships, Joint Ventures and M&A
Increase Access to Public and Private Grants
Strategically Manage Non-Core Assets and Investments