Dear Colleagues:
We will soon reach another milestone in the
Strategic Planning process
for the College of Arts and Sciences, with each department within the College conducting a self-assessment of scholarly excellence and position within the field (see the
November 15 email
discussing this process). These departmental self-studies, along with quantitative metrics about teaching and revenues (see December 21
data
), will be used to assess the alignment of our programs with the goals of the Strategic Plan. These plans will be completed by each department by March 15. They represent crucial collective work by faculty and staff to achieve a strategic direction for the College.
Broad participation and discussion will be equally important following the completion of these plans. To that end, we are forming three faculty groups - Assistant Professors, Associate Professors, and Full Professors, respectively. Faculty spanning the College of Arts and Sciences were consulted regarding potential participation in these groups. Group members will be asked to provide feedback on the future of the College, on the self-studies and their intellectual vision, the ranking schematic used for each discipline, and feasibility of resources intended to elevate those programs within their disciplines.
Those faculty who agreed to participate in this process are listed
here
.
Additionally, we will consult administrators across campus, University Senate leadership, and a committee of College alumni. Our departmental leaders and these various constituencies have important perspectives, and I thank them in advance for their efforts.
Our process ahead:
- March - June 2018 Committees review departmental self-studies
- July - August 2018 Preparation of a draft strategic budget for the College utilizing the committees’ input
- September 2018 Release of a draft strategic budget plan with investment priorities for the College
- October - December 2018 Departmental and cross-College meetings to discuss, evaluate and revise the draft budget plan
- January 2019 Submission of the final budget plan to the Provost
Our process is intended to invite participation by faculty and staff, utilize the great expertise we have within and across our disciplines, and yield a strategic vision for focused investment. The outcome will be one that builds on our strengths and academic excellence, supports student success, and aligns with the vision and mission of the University.
With my profound gratitude for all your efforts and my best regards,
Sacha
Sacha Kopp
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Stony Brook University
E3320 Melville Library
Stony Brook, New York 11794-3391
