During the summer of 2024, the Division of Student Life's leadership team met weekly to create a road map for the next three academic years. This document includes a SWOT analysis, key stakeholders, and aligns with the NDMU Go Beyond Strategic Plan. The staff developed vision and mission statements, identified seven goals for the next three years, and invited key stakeholders for feedback. The final plan reflects input to meet current university needs.
The SWOT analysis identified strengths such as quality customer service and creativity, weaknesses in marketing and communication, opportunities like improving relationships with Institutional Advancement, and threats such as budget constraints and limited staffing. This analysis provides a foundation for strategic planning and improvement initiatives within the Division of Student Life.
The Division of Student Life aims to facilitate transformational student experiences and create a vibrant student community. The mission focuses on fostering an inclusive community where students can flourish in mind, body, and spirit. It emphasizes diversity, equity, collaboration, and transformative journeys for students through self-discovery, resilience, connections, leadership, and academic success.