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Dec 18, 2025·StrategicPlan
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University of Arkansas--Fort Smith Center for Economic Development Institutional Effectiveness Report 2024-2027
The University of Arkansas--Fort Smith Center for Economic Development (CED) is committed to advancing regional economic growth and workforce development. This report details the CED's mission, operations, and the activities of its four specialized units: the Center for Business and Professional Development, the Jim Walcott Family Enterprise Center, the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center, and the Center for Nonprofits. It outlines objectives, assessment measures, and results for Academic Year 25, alongside plans for Academic Year 26 and long-term resource requests for Academic Year 27, all aligned with broader strategic plan pillars to deliver innovative, workforce-aligned solutions and foster regional prosperity.
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This document outlines the core identity and values of UAFS, focusing on key pillars that define its educational approach and community engagement. It emphasizes producing 'Thinkers & Doers' through experiential learning and practical application of knowledge, offering diverse 'Options & Opportunities' for all students, and 'Empowering' them for successful futures. The institution is deeply 'Rooted in Our Region', contributing as an educational pillar and economic engine, and fosters 'The Pride of Arkansas' through a caring and supportive community. The document also details brand personality traits including being confident, approachable and down to earth, positive and optimistic, open-minded, and determined.
Nov 4, 2025·StrategicPlan
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UAFS Center For Economic Development Institutional Effectiveness Plan
This Institutional Effectiveness Plan for the UAFS Center for Economic Development outlines objectives and goals for Fiscal Year 2025, building upon 2023-2024 highlights. The plan focuses on several strategic pillars, including investing in and promoting the UAFS brand, enhancing student practical skills and industry knowledge, fostering collaboration with business and community for workforce development, strengthening partnerships for customized learning experiences, leveraging university intellectual capital for regional economic growth, and investing in faculty and staff development. The overarching goal is to drive economic growth, workforce excellence, and regional development in the River Valley by connecting regional economic needs with university expertise and fostering innovative solutions.
Jan 1, 2025·StrategicPlan
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UAFS IEP Plan & Report 2025-2026
This Student Affairs IEP Plan & Report for UAFS outlines strategic objectives and summarizes progress within the division. It highlights achievements in student leadership engagement, modernization of international student support systems, and a proactive approach to mental health and safety, while also addressing challenges related to aging housing infrastructure and inconsistent technology platforms. For the 2025-2026 academic year, key objectives include expanding high-impact student engagement initiatives, enhancing out-of-classroom development and experiential learning, strengthening fraternity and sorority life, implementing a new campus engagement platform, analyzing Living Learning Communities (LLCs), and providing enhanced Title IX trainings.
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