Assistant Dean Goals and Objectives Examples
Increase enrollment numbers by 10% in the next academic year.
Implement new student retention strategies to reduce attrition rates.
Develop and implement a diversity and inclusion plan for the college.
Create a program to increase alumni engagement with the college.
Meet with each faculty member to discuss their research and teaching goals.
Host a student research symposium to showcase undergraduate research.
Develop and implement a plan to improve student advising services.
Increase faculty diversity by hiring more underrepresented groups.
Update the college's website to include more relevant information for students.
Create a mentorship program for first-generation college students.
Foster partnerships with local businesses to provide internships for students.
Attend professional development workshops and conferences to stay up-to-date on best practices.
Implement a peer mentoring program for incoming freshmen.
Initiate an outreach campaign to increase awareness of the college in the community.
Increase grant funding for research projects by 20% in the next fiscal year.
Organize a series of guest lectures on pertinent topics in the field.
Collaborate with other schools within the university system to share resources and knowledge.
Conduct a climate survey among students and staff to identify areas for improvement.
Develop and implement a plan to reduce textbook costs for students.
Encourage faculty to incorporate technology into their teaching methods.
Implement a training program for faculty on how to create accessible course materials for disabled students.
Improve communication and collaboration between departments within the college.
Increase the number of faculty-led study abroad programs available to students.
Develop and implement a plan to reduce the carbon footprint of the college.
Create a leadership development program for high-achieving students.
Improve facilities management to ensure safety and cleanliness of classrooms and labs.
Increase funding for scholarships to attract more high-performing students.
Encourage interdisciplinary research collaborations among faculty members.
Partner with local K-12 schools to provide outreach programs and mentorship opportunities for students.
Develop and implement a plan to improve mental health services for students.
Establish a student advisory council to provide feedback on college policies.
Increase the number of online courses offered by the college.
Develop and implement a plan to improve campus safety and security.
Encourage more faculty-led service learning projects for students.
Create a program to recognize and celebrate student accomplishments outside of academics.
Foster stronger relationships with alumni from the college.
Increase funding for faculty research travel to present at conferences.
Improve marketing efforts to increase awareness of the college's strengths and unique offerings.
Work with local non-profit organizations to provide volunteer opportunities for students.
Create an emergency fund for students facing financial hardship.
Establish a system for regular assessment and evaluation of college programs and initiatives.
Encourage faculty to participate in professional organizations in their field.
Develop and implement a plan to support first-generation faculty members.
Create a mentorship program for staff members seeking professional development opportunities.
Increase outreach to underrepresented communities to promote diversity in the student body.
Organize a job fair for graduating students to connect with potential employers.
Improve access to mental health resources for international students.
Encourage faculty to incorporate social justice issues into their teaching and research.
Implement a sustainability plan for the college's physical infrastructure.
Increase opportunities for students to engage in research with faculty members.
Develop and implement a plan to support LGBTQ+ students and staff.
Encourage faculty to participate in community service projects.
Establish a system for recognizing and rewarding faculty excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Increase the number of high-impact educational practices, such as internships and research projects.
Develop and implement a plan to reduce food insecurity among students.
Create a program to provide academic support for students with disabilities.
Collaborate with other schools in the region to create joint programs and initiatives.
Work with local businesses to offer job shadowing opportunities for students.
Improve accessibility of campus facilities for disabled students and staff.
Encourage faculty to participate in interdisciplinary research collaborations within the university system.
Develop and implement a plan to promote healthy lifestyles among students and staff.
Foster stronger partnerships with community organizations to provide service-learning opportunities.
Establish a system for regular evaluation of student advising services.
Increase funding for innovative teaching initiatives.
Implement a program to provide career counseling and guidance for students.
Encourage faculty to incorporate global perspectives into their teaching and research.
Develop and implement a plan to address implicit bias on campus.
Establish a system for recognizing and rewarding staff excellence in performance.
Create a program to provide financial literacy education for students.
Improve access to mental health resources for graduate students.
Encourage faculty to contribute to public policy discussions related to their field.
Develop and implement a plan to increase the representation of women in STEM fields.
Create a program to recognize outstanding undergraduate research projects.
Develop and implement a plan to increase faculty diversity in administrative positions.
Increase the number of service-learning courses offered by the college.
Implement a program to encourage greater cultural competency among faculty and staff.
Encourage more faculty-led study tours to different parts of the world.
Develop and implement a plan to improve retention rates for transfer students.
Increase funding for faculty professional development opportunities.
Create a program to recognize and celebrate faculty and staff successes outside of work.