Charge
The University Strategic Planning Council (USPC) is charged with guiding the development of a comprehensive Strategic Plan. The council’s primary objective is to facilitate a thoughtful and inclusive planning process that explores and strengthens Stanislaus State’s mission, vision and values while charting key opportunities and initiatives, and strategically addressing challenges. This collaborative work aims to catalyze a stronger Stan State. The council will play a central role in:
- Engaging the campus and broader community in meaningful dialogue and consultation.
- Reviewing institutional data and emerging trends.
- Recommending strategic goals and objectives that reflect institutional priorities and aspirations.
- Supporting a culture of collaboration, shared governance and innovation.
- Ensuring alignment with systemwide goals, accreditation standards and regional needs.
Process & Timeline
| Phase | Step | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I: Planning | 1. Assessing Campus and Community 2. Commencing the strategic pathway 3. Identifying Strategic Position 4. Facilitating Environmental Scanning |
Oct–Dec 2024 |
| Phase II: Engaging | 5. Making Decisions regarding Strategic Plan Guiding Principles 6. Making Decisions regarding Strategic Direction |
Jan–Apr 2025 |
| Phase III: Developing | 7. Identifying Goals and Metrics 8. Preparing Draft |
May–Jul 2025 |
| Phase IV: Previewing | 9. Presenting Draft 10. Addressing capability planning, strategic budgeting and overall resource management 11. Prepare institution to track, report and celebrate progress |
Aug–Dec 2025 |
| Launch | Spring 2026 |
Blue Dot Teams – Institutional Priority Workgroups
| People and Culture | Student Experience | Resource Optimization | Pride, Identity, Brand | Programs in Partnerships |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creating an environment where faculty, staff, and students are empowered to thrive. Cultivating a culture of inclusivity, belonging, and shared purpose that is promoting a sense of belonging and high morale. | Enhancing academic, co-curricular, and support services to ensure a dynamic, relevant, and life-changing student experience. | Ensuring fiscal sustainability by diversifying revenue streams, advancing development efforts, and increasing operational efficiency. | Inspiring pride in Stan State across internal and external communities by elevating recognition of its transformative educational impact and its role as a key regional and statewide economic engine. | Strengthening regional engagement by building partnerships that are enhancing and sustaining academic, co-curricular, and support programs. |
| Co-Leads:
Juan Esquillin Heather Dunn-Carlton |
Lead:
Christopher Claus |
Lead:
Margarita Zamora Saunders |
Lead:
Kilolo Brodie |
Lead:
Sarah Sweitzer |
Updated: August 22, 2025