With the inspired and inspiring institutional strategic plan, To Boldly Go, the Division of Student Affairs is poised to take on a significant leadership role in bringing the University’s goals to life. The division is dedicated to creating an ecosystem that ensures an educational experience centered on inclusive excellence, equity and preparing students for the challenges of a divisive and changing social and cultural landscape.
Through a thoughtful and engaging process, we have established a strategic plan that complements the University’s goals by enhancing the experience and promoting the success of both undergraduate and graduate students, while building an inclusive and equitable environment for students and the staff who support them. This strategic roadmap will serve as our guiding compass for the next 3-5 years in our efforts to provide an impactful student experience.
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Vision Statement
Student Affairs cultivates caring communities where learners are empowered to thrive.
Mission Statement
Student Affairs catalyzes and sustains meaningful partnerships to create equitable and holistic outcomes that align with the evolving aspirations and needs of our communities.
Values
- Diversity, Inclusion and Equity-mindedness
- Communication, Transparency and Responsiveness
- Innovation and Courage
- Wellbeing
- Unity of Purpose and Collaboration
Enhance Our Students’ Experience
Goal Statement
Proactively connect students to holistic and equitable programs, support and services that embrace their intersecting identities and ensure they thrive.
Goal Objectives
- Identify equity gaps in services and programs through inclusive and intentional assessment practices, and address those gaps.
- Create the infrastructure needed to better anticipate and respond to student needs and proactively suggest the resources and supports they may need to feel seen, cared for and equipped to thrive.
- Consider, clarify and communicate the role and scope of the Division of Student Affairs at UC Davis to improve community awareness of programs, supports and services.
Promote an Empowered, Student-Centered Community
Goal Statement
Co-create a campus culture that prioritizes belonging, cultivates life-long learning, promotes self-discovery and nurtures the skills needed to build a more just and equitable world.
Goal Objectives
- Ensure students experience opportunities for transformation and are equipped with the competencies needed to excel personally, academically and professionally.
- Identify the frameworks, approaches and practices that will inform our educational approach to community development.
- Re-envision programs and traditions to increase sense of belonging and pride.
Prioritize Our People
Goal Statement
Invest in a supportive culture that commits to and creates opportunities for development and promotes the wellbeing of all employees at all levels to maximize their potential and impact.
Goal Objectives
- Promote, encourage and enable professional development, support and mentorship opportunities for staff.
- Enhance onboarding and continual calibration so employees have the tools and knowledge they need to make impact in their roles and contribute to student success.
- Foster a culture that supports employee wellbeing and inspires a collaborative and unified team approach.
Optimize the Way We Work
Goal Statement
Activate operational practices that promote innovative and informed solutions, and disrupt inefficiencies by embracing collaboration, human engagement and leveraging technology.
Goal Objectives
- Break down silos through improved communication and collaborations across division and with campus partners.
- Steward financial and human resources to align with divisional goals.
- Ensure evidence-based and equity-minded lenses are at the core of all decision making across the Division.
- Identify technological solutions and synergies to collect, track and share information effectively to improve the student experience and our ability to support them.