Objectives of the Division of Academic Affairs

Foster Innovative Teaching and Learning

• Implement and encourage faculty development initiatives to advance creative teaching strategies and the incorporation of emerging technologies in the classroom.
• Encourage the creation of interdisciplinary courses and programs that provide students with diverse perspectives and foster creative critical thinking skills. 

Cultivate Lifelong Learning

• Create a comprehensive and accessible system offering opportunities for academics, staff, and alumni to pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Create mentorship and career counseling programs that support students as they progress through their studies and facilitate their transition into the workforce or higher education. 

Enhance Research and Scholarship

• Promote a culture of research excellence by providing funding, resources, and incentives to faculty and students engaged in impactful research and scholarship.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships with external research institutions and industries to address complex global challenges. 

Promote Technological Advancements

• Invest in state-of-the-art infrastructure and resources to support cutting-edge research and innovative teaching methods.
• Integrate emerging technologies, such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, into academic programs to prepare students for the digital age. 

Provide Holistic Student Support

• Enhance academic counseling services, mentoring initiatives, and tutoring assistance to better serve each student's unique requirements and objectives.
• Create extensive wellness initiatives that address students' mental, emotional, and physical health in order to foster a balanced and healthy academic experience. 

Cultivate Community Engagement and Social Impact

• Strengthen collaborations with local groups and organizations to discover and address urgent social issues through community-based research and service-learning.
• Support student-led activities that promote social entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and positive social change. 

Measure and Assess Academic Excellence

• To assure the quality and efficacy of academic programs, learning outcomes, and student success measures, implement a comprehensive system for ongoing assessment.
• To improve the overall learning experience, use data-driven insights to continuously improve curricula, teaching strategies, and support services. 

Celebrate Student Achievements and Alumni Success

• Encourage academic excellence through recognizing and celebrating student accomplishments through honors, awards, and public recognition.
• Cultivate an engaged alumni network by providing opportunities for continued involvement, mentorship, and networking to support the professional growth of graduates. 

The Division of Academic Affairs will continue to further its mission of cultivating innovative practitioners and lifelong learners by working toward these objectives while also advancing its vision of becoming a transformative force in education and society.