HOFSTRA VISION PROJECT Data represents 42 focus groups and campus wide survey representing students (graduate and undergraduate), faculty, administrators, staff, Vice-Presidents, Deans, Board of Trustees and Advisory Boards.
Hofstra’s greatest strengths Having faculty and staff who care about student success Small class size Diverse and inclusive community of faculty, students, and staff Desirable geographic location
Who are we now?
Strong academic programs
Hidden gem
Very strong local reputation
Caring faculty and community
Strong alumni connections
Hofstra’s limitations Tuition scholarships/grants Sufficient number of faculty, staff, and alternative hires College town experience Compensation
Our ambitions for Hofstra’s future Increased national and global reputation and presence
Build strong brand recognition
Strengthen diversity across faculty and students
Enhance our connection to our alumni networks
Strengthen research and scholarship
Four features Hofstra needs to succeed in the future Having faculty and staff who care about student success Diverse and inclusive community of faculty, students, and staff Increased scholarship and research productivity by faculty Strong local and regional community and corporate based partnerships
Build on our current strengths – strong caring community and small class sizes