STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

 Transforming for Turbulent Times

An Action Agenda for Higher Education 

 

Contents

 

Chapter I: Disruptive Threats Demand Transformative Leadership

• Story: The Leadership Journey of Blue Ridge University’s President

 

Chapter II – A New Breed of Colleges and Universities for a Turbulent World

• Case: Western Governors University Meets the Needs of Learners and Employers

• Scenario: Development of Curation and Collaboration Practices by 2030

• Scenario: The Growing Influence of Adult Learners by 2030

 

Chapter III: Execute a Framework for Leading   

• Story: Blue Ridge University Chooses a Model for Leading Transformative Change
   

Chapter IV:  Build a Shared Sense of Urgency, Shape a Bold Vision   

• Story: Blue Ridge University Uses Engagement Action Plans on its Journey

• Case: Mount Saint Mary’s Mobilizes the Campus for COVID and Beyond

• Case: Austin Community College Builds Pathways, Partnerships and Resilience

• Case: Mott Community College – Impact on Learners of Switching to Online Delivery

 

Chapter V: Map Expeditionary Strategies to Achieve the Vision   

• Case: Georgia Tech Reaches Out to 2040

• Case:  Massachusetts General Hospital IHP – Innovation for Turbulent Times

• Case: Ocean County College Transforms Strategies, Programs and Culture

 

Chapter VI - Orchestrate Transformative Change  

• Case: Southern New Hampshire University Orchestrates Transformative Change

• Story: Blue Ridge University’s Ten-Year Journey Forward to 2030

 

Chapter VII - Every Institution Can Use Transformation to Play a Vital Role in Economic Revitalization 

• Story: Blue Ridge University Plays a Major role in regional Revitalization

  

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