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Copyright 2005 College of Design
Ames, Iowa 50011 |
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The broad learning objectives of the collegiate mission have been
further refined in each of the college's five-year strategic plans. The
2005-2010 Strategic Plan proposes the following goals that place high
value on student learning, including the following:
- Improve the rigor, challenge, and international reputation of academic programs;
- Recruit and retain outstanding faculty who are or will be leaders in their fields;
- Strengthen students' critical thinking, creative abilities, and communication skills;
- Enhance students' understanding of global, cultural, ethical, and diversity issues;
- Create an environment that welcomes students to explore a variety of disciplines and career paths;
- Increase interdisciplinary and experiential learning
opportunities, such as learning communities, service learning,
internships, research experiences, and international exchanges;
- Enhance programs for high-ability students;
- Partner with K-12 schools and community colleges to facilitate transfer to and student success at Iowa State University;
- Provide a rich array of extracurricular opportunities to learn, lead, and enjoy life;
- Enhance services to enable students to find rewarding careers;
- Develop, recognize, and reward excellent teaching.
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Updated 11/02/05-03:50 PID:245
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