Strategic Plan

STRATEGIC PLAN 2023-2029

There are 6 pillars to the Georgetown College 2023 to 2029 Strategic Plan. These pillars are: 

1. Student Success
2. Purposeful Growth
3. Community Engagement
4. Solid Foundation
5. Strategic Partnerships
6. Bright Future

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STUDENT SUCCESS 

Help students thrive in pursuit of their educational goals 

• Assess and improve alignment between curricular offerings and student needs 

• Provide appropriate support to at-risk students 

• Increase alignment between academics, athletics, and student life to coordinate the multiple domains of student learning 

• Provide a safe and comfortable residential environment 

POWERFUL GROWTH 

Grow new programs that serve student and community needs 

• Initiate new undergraduate programs through consortium partnerships 

• Launch undergraduate programs in high-need fields 

• Design and implement a cost-effective online program for non-traditional students 

• Develop graduate programs that serve the community’s workforce needs 

• Expand athletic offerings 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 

Foster community through commitment to love and service 

• Increase sense of community, campus engagement, trust, and connection with peers 

• Expand connections with alumni and the community that provide meaningful opportunities for engagement 

• Improve campus spaces that help build community and support all students

• Ensure a welcoming, empathetic, and inclusive environment 

SOLID FOUNDATION 

Build a financially sustainable operational model 

• Ensure careful stewardship of College resources 

• Implement balanced tuition policies 

• Enhance curricular efficiency and effectiveness 

• Implement sound and effective financial strategies in athletics 

• Stabilize and grow enrollment 

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS 

Expand sources of financial and program support 

• Seek grant support for strategically important projects 

• Form mutually beneficial partnerships that help grow new programs and improve College facilities 

• Design and launch a Capital Campaign to secure the funding that will allow the College to thrive in its third century 

BRIGHT FUTURE 

Invest in strengthening the College’s ability to fulfill its mission 

• Support campus personnel and operations through strategic investments in growth and quality 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Facilities Plan 

• Invest in facilities that enhance student support and satisfaction 

• Streamline and improve technology services