E3-STEM Vision Alignment with the RU–C Strategic Plan
The vision and mission of the Institute for Empowering Equitable Education in STEM parallels the university-wide strategic plan, showcasing a dedication to serving our local community. These visions align with the strategic pillars of the plan, describing where key efforts are concentrated.
Rutgers University–Camden’s Strategic Plan for 2023-2028
“A Century and Beyond of Excellence, Commitment, and Elevation,” aims to guide the university into its next era. It focuses on five strategic pillars: Innovation in Academic Excellence, Transformative Student Success, Holistic Student Experience, Beloved Camden Community, and Internationalization. These pillars are designed to elevate Rutgers-Camden’s standing as a leader among urban public research universities, focusing on research, teaching, experiential learning, and civic engagement. The plan emphasizes affordability, access, student success, diversity, equity, inclusion, and global engagement, reflecting Rutgers-Camden’s commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and globally connected community.
By aligning E3-STEM’s vision, mission, and strategic goals with the strategic pillars of Rutgers University-Camden’s Strategic Plan 2023-2028, E3-STEM can effectively contribute to the university’s overarching objectives while addressing specific needs within STEM education. This alignment ensures that E3-STEM’s efforts are coherent with and reinforce the university’s strategic directions, maximizing the impact of both E3-STEM and the broader strategic plan on students, faculty, the Camden community, and beyond.
- E3-STEM Vision Alignment: Foster innovative, research-based teaching methods and curricula in STEM to contribute to academic excellence.
- Mission Integration: Develop ‘Student-Ready’ Environments and Equip Faculty and Staff with tools for inclusive pedagogy, supporting the pillar’s focus on academic innovation and preeminence.
- Strategic Goals Support: Cultivate excellence in STEM education through innovative teaching and curricula that align with the university’s push for preeminence in academic offerings.
- E3-STEM Vision Alignment: Empower students from all backgrounds to become competent, compassionate leaders in STEM, reflecting the university’s commitment to student success and leadership development.
- Mission Integration: Empowering Students through mentorship, research opportunities, and leadership development, directly supporting the goal of preparing compassionate leaders.
- Strategic Goals Support: Enhance learning outcomes and foster an inclusive community, critical steps toward transformative student success and leadership preparation in STEM.
- E3-STEM Vision Alignment: Create a community of lifelong learners and innovators, contributing to a holistic student experience by addressing the diverse needs of 21st-century learners.
- Mission Integration: Address barriers and themes identified through self-study, such as the need for flexible learning options and support structures that cater to diverse student populations.
- Strategic Goals Support: Building a welcoming, inclusive environment and supporting student engagement in critical STEM activities align with the goal of enhancing the holistic student experience.
- E3-STEM Vision Alignment: Cultivate a community committed to solving complex problems and advancing societal well-being, echoing the university’s commitment to the Camden community.
- Mission Integration: Leverage existing campus initiatives like K-12 outreach and community engagement programs to support the pillar’s focus on community advancement.
- Strategic Goals Support: Engage with local and global communities through partnerships and community-oriented projects, directly contributing to the common good.
- E3-STEM Vision Alignment: Develop a community of innovators and responsible global citizens, supporting the university’s aim for internationalization.
- Mission Integration: Promote Research and Scholarship on a global scale by facilitating the dissemination of findings and innovations in STEM education.
- Strategic Goals Support: Support faculty and students in international collaborations and research efforts, enhancing Rutgers-Camden’s global presence in STEM education.