Strategic Direction 1: Student Success

STRATEGIC DIRECTION

1

S T U D E N T SUCCESS

We will increase access and implement strategies that support persistence and lead to academic advancement.

GOAL 1

Redesign and implement the Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) plan

OBJECTIVES

1.1 1.2

1.3 1.4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3.1 3.2 3.3 To increase student enrollment To advance academic programming through strategic course scheduling and course/program expansion or development To strategically develop quality high school and university partnership programs To clearly articulate the academic requirements and course sequence for

GOAL 2

Develop a targeted plan for students to persist

OBJECTIVES

each award Design, deliver and communicate the results of high-quality co-curricular and work-based learning activities that support the mission of the college To implement an advising model that leads to persistence To utilize technology to advance student completion Increase accelerated and online educational opportunities

GOAL 3

Increase targeted student support services

OBJECTIVES

Increase the number of Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees awarded To decrease the number of stop out/ drop out student through early interventions To increase targeted summer programming that leads to student success To create a comprehensive first year experience program

HTC faculty encouraged me to improve my skills by ‘‘ reinforcing my classroom learning with experience in the workplace. To help me accomplish this, HTC’s tutoring and advising were readily available to me. The dedicated faculty and staff guided me through the process to earn a scholarship and internship in my field of study. Pao Her ‘‘

Student, Manufacturing Engineering Technologies

Pao Her Student, Manufacturing Engineering Technology Intern/Employee, Climatech

STRATEGIC DIRECTION

2

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

We will intentionally remove barriers and develop strategies for the success of individuals from historically underrepresented populations.

GOAL 1

Provide an accessible, inclusive, and safe campus environment

OBJECTIVES

1.1

1.2

1.3 2.1 2.2 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.1 To gather feedback yearly from students and employees about campus spaces to assess their needs for accessibility, inclusivity, and personal safety To examine and improve campus spaces to increase a sense of belonging and personal safety for students and employees To review and grow culturally-based affinity groups and programs for

GOAL 2

Integrate HTC Learner Value Cultural & Global Awareness into academic courses and co-curricular activities

OBJECTIVES

underrepresented students to support their sense of belonging and safety To inventory and continue development of a collection of academic courses, co-curricular activities, and delivery methods culturally relevant to students To offer trainings and dialogues yearly for faculty and staff to increase their

GOAL 3

Increase retention of protected class group employees

OBJECTIVES

intercultural competence To provide an onboarding program to increase organizational knowledge and social integration for protected class group employees during their first year of employment at HTC To provide leadership development to protected class group employees through intentional mentorship for advancement opportunities To offer college-wide professional development yearly for all HTC employees to

GOAL 4

Increase engagement with community partners

OBJECTIVE

build leadership competencies that contribute to an inclusive work environment To establish a baseline of community partners from diverse communities and measure engagement yearly in being culturally responsive to the needs of students and the workforce

To effectively improve and advance the educational outcomes ‘‘ for historically underrepresented and marginalized communities, requires a focused and dedicated level of commitment. A cornerstone of this commitment is the priority to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment on campus and in the greater community. It must include our work inside the classroom and in the workplaces where HTC graduates will transition to build their careers. I am pleased that business and community leaders are partnering with HTC on initiatives that promote and support a diverse workforce. Clyde Wilson Pickett, Ed.D. ‘‘

Chief Diversity Officer Minnesota State System

Left to Right: Maryan Egal, Hodan Ahmed Students, Dental Assistant Program

STRATEGIC DIRECTION

3

QUALITY EDUCATION

We will provide academic excellence through innovative, engaging curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities that respond to workforce needs and support educational pathways.

GOAL 1

Provide integrated service support, consultation and solution finding to advance the institution

OBJECTIVES

1.1

1.2

1.3 2.1 2.2 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Implement an integrated service model to support all college and department systems and technologies Implement institutional technology lifecycle management aligned to resource planning

GOAL 2

Technology Services will increase institution efficiency and effectiveness through formal strategic collaboration

OBJECTIVES

Develop and lead an institutional planning and project delivery model Align technology infrastructure planning with partner institutions

GOAL 3

Advance institutional capacity and effectiveness through technology

OBJECTIVES

Adopt a shared service model for technology used across partner institutions Increase communication effectiveness through technology Implement enrollment, recruitment and retention strategies through technology Implement financial and business processes by leveraging technology best practices and process improvement Improve student success through educational technology and advancement of teaching strategies

As a company president, I’m confident when we hire HTC ‘‘ graduates because they consistently have the skills that we need. HTC faculty have industry experience and update the curriculum based on input from industry representatives.

Students and employers both benefit when everyone involved with the college is passionate about creating a relevant and real-world learning experience. Andrea Tysdal ‘‘

President, JEM Technical Marketing Inc.

Information Technology Classroom, 2020

STRATEGIC DIRECTION

4

RESOURCES

We will implement strategies designed to strengthen and sustain finances, resource allocation, infrastructure, operations, and human capital.

GOAL 1

Utilize resources to maximize productivity and effectiveness

OBJECTIVES

1.1

1.2 2.1 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 4.1 4.2 4.3 Implement an integrated budget model that effectively aligns with accreditation, state and college goals Leverage current assets and develop collaborative opportunities with Minnesota

GOAL 2

Stabilize and grow existing funding sources

OBJECTIVE

State and other agencies Increase revenue from auxiliary sources and effectively manage the proceeds from

GOAL 3

Create new funding opportunities and improve public accountability

OBJECTIVES

these funding sources Increase private and grants funding to support the college’s strategic priorities Increase engagement and financial support from individuals Develop a college-wide approach to cultivating and managing corporate and community partnerships Implement standards to publicly report fiscal and operational outcomes and

GOAL 4

Improve use of capital and technology assets to ensure continuous operational efficiency and effectiveness

OBJECTIVES

improvements Develop a new facilities master plan Improve the life cycle of physical and technology assets Encourage a system of sustainability and resource conservation

I enthusiastically support the mission of Hennepin Technical ‘‘ College to prepare students to pursue prosperous, in-demand careers. Providing the college with the resources it needs, helps to create a workforce pipeline that enables social mobility for individuals and ensures Minnesota’s economic growth. Luke Gasperlin ‘‘

Eaton Corporation Sr. Product Engineer – Controls NPI

Left to Right Hargrae T. Pennoh, Johnson A. Kolaru Students, Plastics Engineering Technology