EFSC Accomplishments 2019 | Page 19

New Strategic Plan The College created a new Strategic Plan for 2019-22 called “Mapping the Future” that targets four key areas for improvement based on research from teams comprised of 18 leaders from across EFSC. (Student Enrollment, Diversity Initiatives, Financial Management, Trustee Relations, Employee Relations) • Improve student learning, emphasizing professional development for full-time and adjunct faculty. • Raise the quality of online instruction, as well as course and curriculum design. • Close performance gaps for minority and low income students and maintain a diverse student body that reflects the community. • • • Develop and sustain partnerships with local business, industries and civic organizations to meet the needs of students, employers and the community. Emphasize STEM disciplines, postgraduate employment, internships, and apprenticeships. uild comprehensive workforce programs, such as advanced B manufacturing, in partnership with Brevard Public Schools and other educational institutions. • Enhance club structures on campuses to promote campus life, diversity and engagement with the community. • Increase students’ community engagement through Service Learning, which gives them real work experience by working with partner businesses and organizations in Brevard. • I nstitute early indicators of success to clarify career pathways, help students stay on track and ensure they are learning. • Increase enrollment of new and returning students through targeted outreach to first time in college students and prior college students. • Encourage EFSC Associate in Arts and Associate in Science graduates to pursue a Bachelor Degree from EFSC. • Improve retention and completion rates and set benchmarks. New Robotics Lab Opens A new state-of-the-art Robotics Lab opened on the Palm Bay Campus to train students in a field where robotic technology is playing a rapidly increasing role in many areas. (Student Enrollment, Diversity Initiatives, Financial Management) 2019 2019 College College Accomplishments Accomplishments 19 19