Edward Waters College Strategic Plan 2015-2020
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTEdward Waters College is dedicated to cultivatingand promoting excellence in scholarship, researchand service for the betterment of humanity. Ourvision focuses on the creation of a diverse learningcentered community that champions academicexcellence through innovative teaching and learningstrategies under-girded by a spirit of servantleadership. We are equally convinced that we mustcultivate our students’ ability to think globally andbehave ethically. Our strategic plan responds to thisneed and reaffirms our commitment to becominga national model for impacting a dynamic globallydiverse society-one student at a time. Reaffirmed for 10 years bythe Southern Associationfor Colleges and SchoolsCommission on Colleges2015-2025 Inaugural Call Me MisterProgram graduatereceives teaching contractwith Duval County PublicSchools during the2015 CommencementCeremony Faculty member voted as2015 HBCU Male Facultyof the Year by HBCUDigest Voted best HBCUBusiness AdministrationProgram for 2015 byHBCU DigestThis administration has been charged withcontinuing to build on our strengths andaccomplishments to ensure the promise of accessto higher education for generations to come.Preserving our rich history and promising futuresmeans balancing all of those elements that havebeen essential to making the College exceptional,while anticipating future demands in order toachieve the even greater heights to which we aspire.In addition, as an institution, we are compelled tostrategically operate outside of institutional silosand cross racial, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural,and other boundaries to solve the big problemsof the day. This 2015-2020 Strategic Plan servesto facilitate this process and propel us toward therealization of our vision.We accept the charge to secure the future ofthis institution and to shape the lives of the nextgeneration of global leaders. Furthermore, westand committed to realizing the seven StrategicGoals of this plan and we invite you to join us aswe move forward to Aspire and AchieveBeyond Boundaries.-Dr. Nathaniel Glover, PresidentEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 22/16/16 1:39 PM
THE HISTORY OF EDWARD WATERS COLLEGEEdward Waters College (EWC) is,distinctively, Florida’s oldest independentinstitution of higher learning as well asthe state’s first institution established forthe education of African Americans.In 1865, following the Civil War, theReverend Charles H. Pearce, a presidingelder of the African Methodist Episcopal(AME) Church, was sent to Floridaby Bishop Daniel Alexander Payne.Observing the fast-paced social andpolitical changes of the Reconstructionera, Reverend Pearce immediatelyrecognized the need for an educationministry, as no provision had yet beenmade for the public education ofFlorida’s newly emancipated blacks.Assisted by the Reverend William G.Steward, the first AME pastor in the state,Pearce began to raise funds to build aschool.This school, established in 1866, was toeventually evolve into Edward WatersCollege. From the beginning, EWCwas faced with both abject povertyand widespread illiteracy among itsconstituents resulting from pre-warconditions of servitude and historical,legally enforced non-schooling of AfricanAmericans. However, the school metthe needs of its community by offeringcourses at the elementary, high school,college, and seminary levels.Construction of the first building beganin October 1872 on ten acres of landin Live Oak. Further support for thisnew educational institution came fromnumerous friends, including railroadEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 3magnate General M.S. Littlefield,State Treasurer Simon Conaber , andLieutenant General William Gleason.In 1892 the school’s name was changedto Edward Waters College in honor ofthe third Bishop of the AME Church.In 1902 the City of Jacksonville wasdestroyed by fire and Edward WatersCollege was reduced to ashes. In 1904the Board of Trustees purchased thepresent site of the school on Kings Roadwith the imperative from Bishop M.B.Salter that Edward Waters College mustbe rebuilt.Under the continued visionary leadershipand direction of great Bishops of theAME Church and twenty-eight focusedpresidents, Edward Waters Collegewas indeed “rebuilt”. In February 2011,the Edward Waters College Board ofTrustees appointed Jacksonville nativeand alumnus Dr. Nathaniel Gloveras President. As the 29th president,Dr. Glover continues the work ofhis predecessors by focusing onpreparing students to be successful inthe 21st century global economy andensuring that they matriculate in a safeenvironment.With a history beginning in the dark yethopeful days of Reconstruction, today’sEdward Waters College is living, thrivingproof of the power of education and theresilience of deeply rooted educationalinstitutions. The College continues toexperience the triumphs and challengescharacteristic of its rich history and thebold dynamic future to which it aims.2/16/16 1:39 PM
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STRATEGIC PLANNING AT EDWARD WATERS COLLEGEEdward Waters College is committed to innovative teaching approaches thatexpand the educational horizon for all students. The College also embraces thephilosophy that organizations are constantly changing and improving, continuallyevaluating performance, and planning strategically for the future.In support of the institutional mission is the strategic plan. The development of thestrategic plan is broad-based and systematic. It is based on a realistic assessmentof human and material resources needed to implement long-range planning. Theformation of the previous Strategic Plan-Blueprint for Success, started in 2009when the College formed a Strategic Planning Committee consisting of Board ofTrustee members, executive administrators, faculty, staff, students and communitystakeholders.Beginning Fall 2015, executive administrative staff, under the leadership of theCollege’s President, Dr. Nathaniel Glover, started the process of developingthe institution’s strategic plan for the next five years (2015-2020). The processstarted with a review of the College Vision, Mission, Core Values and Goals whichwere determined to still be relevant. College Unit Managers provided feedbackregarding the objectives and implementation strategies needed to accomplish theinstitutional strategic goals while maintaining alignment with the Vision, Mission andValues of the College.During the process it was determined that many of the strategic objectives andimplementation strategies from the 2009-2014 plan were also still relevant andneeded to be folded into the new plan to ensure continuity. Each Goal is thereforesupported by a series of objectives and implementation strategies which have beenassigned to the various units in order to operationalize the institutional mission.This Strategic Plan is a living document designed to guide the College through thenext five years and is reflective of its title Aspire and Achieve: Beyond Boundaries.The College’s Board of Trustees has approved the plan thereby setting the priorityof work for the College over the next five years.2020Aspire and AchieveBeyond BoundariesEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 52/16/16 1:39 PM
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CORE VALUESCHRISTIAN PRINCIPLESEthics and doctrines predicatedon the AME Church theology “Godor Father, Christ our Redeemer,Man our Brother”.EXCELLENCESuperiority, eminence, distinctionand quality in scholarship,leadership and citizenship.SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYEmbracing a burden of obligationto collective society, both theimmediate as well as the global.CIVIC ENGAGEMENTDedication to addressing issues ofpublic concern.COOPERATIONFostering the concept ofteamwork as a means to success.PROFESSIONALISMPracticing proficiency, skill andexpertise in all that we undertake.STUDENT ENGAGEMENTCultivating within our students athirst for education, a desire forhigher level thought processesand a willingness to perseveredespite challenges.MISSION STATEMENTEdward Waters College is a small,private, Christian, historically black,urban, liberal arts college that offersquality baccalaureate degree programs.The college strives to prepare studentsholistically to advance in a globalsociety through the provision ofintellectually, stimulating programs andan environment which emphasizes highmoral and spiritual values in keeping withthe African Methodist Episcopal Church.Edward Waters College seeks to developexcellence in scholarship, research andservice for the betterment of humanity.VISION STATEMENTEdward Waters College will become anational model for a dynamic, globallydiverse learning-centered communitythat champions academic excellencethrough innovative teaching and learningstrategies under-girded by a spirit ofservant leadership.SCHOLARSHIPCreating a culture of eruditionthrough a nurturing spirit.DIVERSITYEndeavoring to celebrate theuniqueness of all cultures withappreciation and understanding.EWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 72/16/16 1:39 PM
S T R A T E G I CG O A L SGoal IGoal IIGoal IIIGoal IVINCREASE RECRUITMENT,RETENTION ANDGRADUATION RATES.MAINTAIN FISCALAND PHYSICALINFRASTRUCTURES,INCLUDING INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY, THATSTRENGTHEN ACADEMICPROGRAMS, BUSINESSOPERATIONS ANDSTUDENT LIFE.IMPROVE THEEFFECTIVENESS OF THECOLLEGE THROUGHRESEARCH, PLANNINGAND ASSESSMENT.OPTIMIZEPHILANTHROPICSUPPORT AND ADVANCECOLLEGE IMAGE,RESOURCES ANDRELATIONSHIPS.2020Aspire and AchieveBeyond BoundariesEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 82/16/16 1:39 PM
Goal VIMPROVE THE ACADEMICSTANDARDS ANDCOMPETITIVENESSOF THE COLLEGE.Goal VISTRENGTHEN ANDSUPPORT THE SOCIAL,CULTURE AND SPIRITUALDEVELOPMENTOF STUDENTS.Goal VIIIDENTIFY EWC ASAN AFRICAN METHODISTEPISCOPAL CHURCHRELATED INSTITUTIONOF LEARNING.EWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 92/16/16 1:39 PM
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Goal IIncrease Recruitment, Retention and Graduation RatesEdward Waters College continues to learn how to honor itscommitment to provide opportunities for every student. When aninstitution admits a student, the implied message to the student is“Given your promise and our institutional supports, we believe youcan succeed here”.To increase recruitment, retention and graduation rates EdwardWaters College will: Enhance the use of technology in recruiting and retainingstudents. Increase the level of student engagement across curricula andco-curricula programs Provide early college programs to prepare students forsuccessful matriculation Improve academic student support services for all students Increase resources to provide student success initiatives Improve institutional operations that foster student satisfactionEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 112/16/16 1:39 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL IIImprove theeffectivenessof theCollegethrough research,planningandassessmentEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 122/16/16 1:39 PM
Goal IIImprove the effectiveness of the College throughresearch, planning and assessmentThe goals we have set for the coming years are bold. In orderto be effective, we must engage in a process that enables usto gather accurate data, determine what it means, make thenecessary adjustments in our policies and practices, and thenassess the impact.We are committed to operating in a manner that will incorporateeffectiveness practices, thereby improving the overall operation ofthe College and the fulfillment of its mission.To ensure the institutionalization of effectiveness practices,Edward Waters College will: Provide the resources to operate a competent Office ofInstitutional Planning, Research and Effectiveness Educate the college community about institutional planning,research and effectiveness Institutionalize effectiveness practices in departmental andprogram activities Infuse technology into effectiveness practices, departmentaland program activities Utilize assessment data for improvement in curricula, cocurricula and operational programsEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 132/16/16 1:39 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL IIIMaintain fiscaland physicalinfrastructures,including informationtechnology,that strengthenacademic programs,business operationsand student lifeEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 142/16/16 1:40 PM
Goal IIIMaintain fiscal and physical infrastructures, includinginformation technology, that strengthen academicprograms, business operations and student lifeOur 21st Century students need 21st Century facilities andtechnology. They also need to know that they are safe and in anenvironment which embraces sustainability and energy efficientpractices.The College is committed to the expansion of its physical spaceand technological reach. We understand that more efficientbusiness operations and stronger academic programs will facilitateexpansion.To maintain fiscal and physical infrastructures, includinginformation technology, which strengthens academic programs,business operations and student life, Edward Waters College will: Increase the financial strength of the institution Improve financial accountability and strengthen internalcontrols Develop and maintain a safe, secure, and aesthetically pleasingcampus Provide a 21st century technology environment that meets theneeds of a dynamic business and academic climate Provide financial support services that will enable students toachieve their educational goalsEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 152/16/16 1:40 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL IVOptimizephilanthropicsupport andadvancecollege image,resourcesand relationshipsEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 162/16/16 1:40 PM
Goal IVOptimize philanthropic support and advance collegeimage, resources and relationshipsThough Edward Waters College has an incredible story totell about its history, there is even more to tell about its reinvention and the dynamic future which will follow. By improvingrelationships with our beloved alumni, accomplished benefactors,state and federal agencies, corporations and foundations, we willsecure the necessary resources for future success. In order to optimize philanthropic support and advance collegeimage, resources, and relationships Edward Waters College will: Increase the visibility of the College Increase fundraising and friend raising activities to support theoperations of the college Create a culture of giving within the college Support and facilitate the work of the EWC FoundationEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 172/16/16 1:40 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL VImprovetheacademicstandards andcompetitivenessof theCollegeEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 182/16/16 1:40 PM
Goal VImprove the academic standards and competitiveness ofthe CollegeMajor technological advances, demographic shifts, and economicchallenges suggest that the world is changing right before oureyes. Edward Waters College must also change to ensure thatit prepares graduates who are critical thinkers, problem solversand socially conscious. To accomplish this goal, the College mustimprove academic standards and competitiveness.The College is committed to focusing on teaching excellence andstrengthening student learning outcomes. Increasing professionaldevelopment opportunities for our current faculty is also a toppriority. We also plan to improve both the learning environmentand learning opportunities for our students. Through studentresearch, study abroad programs, and experiential education, webelieve our graduates will indeed enjoy the benefits of a liberaleducation while being responsive to the needs of the globaleconomy and international workforce.To improve its academic standards and competiveness EdwardWaters College will: Create an academic program niche that will attract studentsfrom diverse backgrounds Improve the quality and rigor of the academic program Enhance the infrastructure which supports research, teachingand scholarship for faculty and students Improve student academic performanceEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 192/16/16 1:40 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL VIStrengthenand supportthe social,culturalandspiritualdevelopmentof studentsEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 202/16/16 1:40 PM
Goal VIStrengthen and support the social, cultural and spiritualdevelopment of studentsEdward Waters College seeks to develop students holistically,enabling them to better assimilate into a global society.Consequently, the College accepts its responsibility to expose andimmerse students in programs and activities that will broaden theirexperience, expand their world view and strengthen their beliefin a spiritually based set of core values that will guide their lifechoices.To strengthen and support the social, cultural and spiritualdevelopment of students, Edwards Waters College will: Acquire resources to provide a relevant and appropriateprogram for students’ social, cultural and spiritual development Develop a comprehensive program that addresses studentsocial, cultural and spiritual development Provide personal and professional development opportunitiesfor students through curricula and co-curricula activities Integrate the social, cultural and spiritual program into thecollege experienceEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 212/16/16 1:40 PM
STRATEGIC GOAL VIIIdentifyEWCas onof learningEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 222/16/16 1:40 PM
Goal VIIIdentify EWC as an African Methodist Episcopal Churchrelated institution of learningIn 1866, the African Methodist Episcopal Church recognized theneed to provide quality education for newly emancipated slavesand for underserved generations then unborn. They establishedEdward Waters College to meet that need, and today, the AMEChurch continues to support Edward Waters College in fulfillingthis purpose.Edward Waters College operates under the Christian principleswhich guide the AME Church. It recognizes the importance ofupholding the philosophy which undergirds the AME Church andwill continue to support the advancement of the AME Churchthrough programs at the College.In promoting Edward Waters College as an AME Church affiliatedinstitution of higher education institution, the College will: Infuse the AME Church heritage and mission into the EdwardWaters College experience Promote AME Church related religious, social and culturalactivities on the College campus Develop an AME Church student organization that strengthensand retains association with the Church and its practices Increase student recruitment and financial support from theAME ChurchEWC STRATEGIC PLAN2020(rev2/8/16).indd 232/16/16 1:40 PM
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Salter that Edward Waters College must be rebuilt. Under the continued visionary leadership and direction of great Bishops of the AME Church and twenty-eight focused presidents, Edward Waters College was indeed "rebuilt". In February 2011, the Edward Waters College Board of Trustees appointed Jacksonville native and alumnus Dr. Nathaniel Glover
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