CSTEM Strategic Plan
Strategic Priorities & Initiatives
1. CSTEM Establishing Specialized Academic and Career Pathways in STEM
Develop clear, structured academic and career pathways tailored to STEM disciplines, aligning curriculum with industry demands and emerging technologies to prepare students for successful STEM careers.
a. Graduate program 4+1, 2+2, 1+1
b. Certificate programs
c. Placement of students into appropriate classes for their major
d. Clear advisement materials which are available to students
e. Development of relevant degrees
Success Measures
1. Graduation Rates: Percentage of students completing 4+1, 2+2, and 1+1 programs.
2. Certificate Completion: Number of certificates awarded annually.
3. Advisement Utilization: Number of students using advisement materials.
4. Degree Development: Number of new relevant degrees developed and approved.
2. CSTEM Enhancing STEM Student Success and Promoting Social Mobility
Implement targeted support systems and resources to boost retention and achievement among STEM students, focusing on equitable access to opportunities that promote upward mobility through careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
a. High impact practices: Internships, study abroad
b. Conference attendance and student presentations
c. Undergraduate research and publication
d. Skills based training and certification
e. Scholarships and external support
Success Measures
1. Retention Rates: Track year-over-year retention rates and graduation rates of STEM students. This should include any dual degree/double majors. Collaborate with Career services to monitor internship placement for STEM students.
2. Conference Attendance: Number of students attending and presenting at conferences local, reginal, or national conferences.
3. Research Output: Number of undergraduate research projects and publications.
3. CSTEM Expanding Enrollment in STEM Programs
Launch initiatives to increase enrollment in STEM majors, including outreach to underrepresented groups, enhanced recruitment efforts, and the development of new programs that address evolving industry needs.
a. Recruit and retain students, through promoting our STEM majors
b. Scholarships and financial support
c. Dual enrollment pipeline, bridge partnerships with local high schools
d. Transfer students from surrounding community colleges
e. Marketing, communications, and branding of STEM programs both on and off campus
f. Outreach through community engagement events, such as science fairs, career fairs
g. Student engagement which promotes the College of STEM in the community
Success Measures
1. Enrollment Numbers: Track total enrollment in STEM majors and follow DE conversion rates specifically to STEM programs.
2. Recruitment Event Attendance: Number of attendees at outreach events like science fairs and career fairs who subsequently enroll in STEM programs at CSU. This may require post attendance surveys.
3. Dual Enrollment Participation: Track number of DE students, focusing on embedded/dedicated DE sections and their conversion to full-time enrollees.
4. CSTEM Strengthening Partnerships with the STEM Community and Industry
Foster deeper engagement with local and national STEM organizations, industries, and corporations through internships, mentorships, research collaborations, and workforce development programs that enhance student learning and career prospects.
a. Establishing and developing relationships with community partners.
b. Internships and external research opportunities
Success Measures
1. Partnerships Established: Number of new partnerships with STEM organizations and industries.
2. Internship Opportunities: Number of internships and external research opportunities available.
3. Mentorship Programs: Number of students participating in mentorship programs.
4. Collaborative Projects: Number of research collaborations with industry partners.
5. Program Structure Adjustments: Number of programs adjusted to include integrated/open lab components