Foundations of Excellence Philosophy Dimension Unit/Department Mission/Goal Statements Student Affairs Administration and Finance University Advancement Board & Governmental Relations Tim Klatt Jim O’Connor Kathy Peters November 20, 2008
Division of Student Affairs Mission We help students succeed. We help students prepare for responsible citizenship, personal fulfillment, and success in life by supporting their efforts to learn through their experiences, achieve their academic goals, and strive for excellence in all. We do this by:
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Developing environments that are safe, welcoming, inclusive and healthy;
Providing services that are professional, supportive and personalized; and
Fostering meaningful student engagement in campus and community life that develops leadership, educates about diversity, and contributes to learning. Values In seeking to accomplish this mission, we are committed to:
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Encouraging the development of the whole student and involving all students in the life of the University;
Cultivating a caring and diverse campus community that values respect for all people, the open and free exchange of ideas, and responsible and ethical behavior;
Maximizing our effectiveness through responsible stewardship of resources, support of innovation, and creativity in problem solving;
Working collaboratively across campus and community, and fostering a work environment for our staff which encourages continuous improvement and professional development. Departments (mission, values and supporting statements) 1. Admissions: Freshman and Transfer; We'll be here to help you learn about admission requirements, search for scholarships, find a place to live, and discover the perfect student organization just for you. Transfer; If you are transferring from a community college in Iowa, Transfer Plan­It will assist you in determining which UNI requirements you may have already satisfied. If you haven't done so already, experience UNI first hand by scheduling a visit .
1 International students are warmly welcomed by the University of Northern Iowa, a student­centered liberal arts institution that emphasizes excellent instruction. More than 13,000 bright and diverse students from 46 states and 78 countries come to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 120 undergraduate and 70 graduate majors. At the University of Northern Iowa, we have a lot to offer. In fact, U.S. News and World Report recently ranked UNI 2nd among Midwest regional public universities for the tenth year in a row. We offer you an undergraduate and graduate education experience that truly is student­centered. We're a medium­sized university with a small college atmosphere. And we think our facilities are second to none. 2. Career Services: From Orientation to Graduation…invest in your future! (top of the home page) UNI Academic Advising ­ It works with individuals who are deciding, changing majors, first­year students, and experiencing academic difficulties. 3. Dean of Students: “The Office of the Dean of Students is committed to helping students succeed at the University of Northern Iowa. We coordinate orientation, administer the Student Conduct Code, assist faculty in managing issues, and provide assistance to students and their families in times of crisis and concern.” 4. Financial Aid: numerous resources and links for assistance for answering a multitude questions (mission statement??) 5. Maucker Union: OUR MISSION is to promote a student­centered community by emphasizing service, facilitating a free exchange of ideas and encouraging staff, faculty and student interaction. We value the whole life development of students by offering formal and informal educational opportunities and strive for an ethnically diverse, culturally rich environment. OUR VISION is to promote educational, social, and service learning opportunities in a values based environment, within a facility designed to welcome, appreciate, nurture, and challenge students to realize their personal potential. We will continually strive for improvement in meeting the needs of the UNI community through assessment, feedback, and evaluation. Excellence is our expectation and Service is our passion.
2 6. CME: Our Mission To promote cross­cultural awareness and multicultural understanding by: ­­Providing an opportunity for representatives from the academic community to share their ideas and incorporate the practice of diversity campus­wide. ­­Providing multicultural programming to students as a tool for them to understand the value of diversity as it pertains to life in or out of college. ­­Assisting with the retention of minority students through multicultural programming in an effort to provide a positive campus environment that addresses their social needs. ­­Promoting diversity in the classroom and workplace which creates an environment for the university at large to examine philosophies, strategies, and initiatives as it relates to development. 7. Registrar: similar to Financial Aid website…(mission statement??) 8. Department of Residence: Welcome to your home away from home at the University of Northern Iowa. We invite you to live with us during this exciting time in your life and enjoy the most complete college experience that UNI has to offer. Living in one of the ten residence halls puts you in the thick of college life. The on­campus package includes all dining and housing accommodations plus utilities, cable and broadband Internet. You will have support to accomplish your academic goals and lots of friends to join you in creating memories to last a lifetime. Variety of links for information.
3 9. University Health Services: Our Mission...is to lead the University in fostering a healthy personal, academic, and professional environment with programs and services that promote individual and organizational well being. Student Health Center: Counseling: It is the mission of the University of Northern Iowa Counseling Center to promote the personal development and psychological well­being of all students and to encourage a college environment that is conducive to growth and learning. We strive to provide ethical, high quality psychological and counseling services to UNI students and consultation services to UNI faculty and staff. Disability Services: Student Disability Services (SDS) is a University of Northern Iowa resource that provides specialized services to enhance the overall academic, career, and personal development of each student with a disability. SDS collaborates with students who have disabilities in an effort to coordinate support services and programs that enable equal access to an education and university life. Health Clinic and Pharmacy: website provides listing of provided services Substance Abuse Services: website provides listing of provided services Violence Intervention Services: website provides listing of provided services Wellness and Recreation Services: Our mission is to enhance the personal, professional and academic lives of students, faculty and staff through structured and self­directed activities, educational programs and services, skill­ and leadership­building activities, and campus­wide initiatives. We strive to foster healthy lifestyle choices and wellness in the lives of those in our campus community through collaboration within University Health Services, within the Division of Student Affairs, and with many other campus partners.
4 FoE Mission Statements Division: Administration and Finance O'Connor 11/19/08 1. Administration and Finance Division home page No mission listed. The mission is found on the division's newsletter: Mission Statement: The Division provides an array of programs and services that support the University’s mission and enhance the faculty, staff, student, and guest experiences in UNI’s physical and educational environment. Vision Statement: To be campus leaders in the delivery of outstanding service to all University stakeholders, modeling best practices and continuous improvement. Values Statement: • We will serve the mission and strategic plan of the University. • We will serve and value our internal and external customers. • We will provide and maintain a positive workplace for all people of all backgrounds. • We will operate in a supportive environment of trust and empowerment. • We will work with our customers to meet their goals, providing options and alternatives that maintain relationships, while following University, Board of Regents, State, and Federal requirements. • We will act ethically, respectfully, and with transparency, while following University, Board of Regents, State, and Federal requirements. 2. Athletics No mission listed. 3. Business Operations No mission listed. 4. Event Center Mangement No mission listed. a. Gallagher­Bluedorn Performing Arts Center No mission listed. b. McLeod Center No mission listed.
5 c. UNI­Dome No mission listed. d. UNItix No mission listed. 5. Facilities Services Facilities Services is responsible for the development and operation of campus buildings and grounds as well as keeping the university environment safe. Service Units are responsible for the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds. They keep the buildings, classrooms and grounds clean and comfortable. Planning, Design and Construction manage the physical development of campus and build the university's future by planning for optimum use of university resources. Environmental Health and Safety works to keep the university environment safe. 6. Financial Accounting & Reporting Our Mission: Financial Accounting and Reporting Services is a department reporting to the Vice President for Administration and Finance. We are a service organization. We provide accounting, reporting, and financial analysis and consulting services that are essential as the University of Northern Iowa pursues its mission of teaching, research, and public service. We ensure the accuracy and integrity of the University’s financial accounting and reporting systems; provide timely, comprehensive, and accurate financial reports; and maintain a system of internal accounting controls to safeguard University assets. Our Vision Our Values Our Responsibilities Our Customers 7. Human Resource Services No mission listed. 8. Public Safety No mission listed, just a brief description. The Department of Public Safety has two divisions, Police and Parking Services. We have 18 sworn police officers. We have officers on duty 24­hours a day seven days a week. These officers are supplemented by our Student Patrol comprised of 15 to 20 students who assist in providing various non­law enforcement services to the campus community. The Parking Division has three full­time employees and also is supplemented by student staff that provide clerical and parking enforcement duties.
6 9. Technology Systems & Services No mission listed. 10. University Events Coordination No specific mission listed, but the following description is posted. About University Events Coordination University Events Coordination provides assistance in planning, budgeting, managing and evaluating conferences and seminars to enable the community to use UNI as a valuable resource. We are dedicated to helping you bring your project to fruition. We've coordinated local events, small seminars, large conferences, simple operations and complex multiple speaker and site programs. Whether you're planning your association's next annual meeting or considering the development of a short skill­building workshop for area professionals, we invite you to visit with us. We have resources and experience to help you make your project a smooth, successful operation.
7 Foundations of Excellence Mission Statements November 20, 2008 Kathy Peters Division: University Advancement 1) UNI Foundation: No mission statement found. From the homepage: “Please explore our Web site to discover the impact of private support on our faculty, students, campus and community. And, don't forget to share your UNI experiences­­click the "Feedback" button on the left­­we would love to hear from you! … Imagine a university that offers students outstanding opportunities to explore, to effect change and to excel beyond what they ever dreamed. Click on the Imagine the Impact image to learn more.” From the link “About Us” on the homepage: “The University of Northern Iowa Foundation is a catalyst in building partnerships to support the university's priority needs. By directing funds according to our donors' intentions, private support has made a profound impact on students and faculty. Click through the pages of our Web site to read their stories. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) organization governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. The Trustees provide sound management of our investments and activities. Our knowledgeable staff can tailor gifts to match your priorities and help you make a lasting impact on UNI students and faculty. Please contact one of our staff members listed below or call us at 800­782­9522 or 319­273­6078.” 2) Office of Alumni Relations: Has mission statement and vision of the future Mission Statement: The mission of the UNI Alumni Association is to encourage and support a life­long relationship between the University of Northern Iowa and its alumni and friends; to promote the interaction of alumni with each other; to promote and advance the interests of the University and its alumni. Vision of the Future: The UNI Alumni Association is a dynamic organization, which will adapt to meet the changing needs of alumni, students, and the University community. We will continue to foster two­way relationships between our alumni and the University by encouraging alumni to support the University and encouraging the University to acknowledge and utilize the experiences and talents of alumni.
8 3) University Marketing and Public Relations: No mission statement found. From the homepage: “The Office of University Marketing & Public Relations, part of the UNI Advancement Division, has three components: Marketing/Publications, Public Relations and Print Services. UM&PR provides a consistent university message through high­quality publications, Web design, campus communications, media relations and print services.” 4) Print Services: No mission statement found. From the homepage: “UNI Print Services provides quality printing and duplicating for the UNI community at a budget­friendly price. Print Services operates for all faculty, staff and students who require printed material as part of their educational or professional activities. We specialize in brochures, booklets, newsletters, printed classroom materials, letterheads, business cards, b/w and color copies, stationery and envelopes. “ Division: Board & Governmental Relations No mission statement found.
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