Vision, Values & Strategic Plan

As our students explore the curiosity of their future, develop connectedness to community, and accomplish their dreams, the Division of Student Affairs is committed to supporting their journey through our vision, core values and strategic plan.

Student Affairs Vision

To inspire and transform the campus life experience of students through co-curricular engagement, building community and belongingness and supporting a healthy well-being as they achieve student success.

Our Core Values

We are committed to fulfilling our vision through values that are student-centered, strengths-based and embody the best of Austin Peay State University.

Respect and Care

• Lead our efforts with respect for and care of the entire campus community.

Be Engaged

• Actively and collaboratively participate in the fostering of intellectual and social co-curricular experiences to enhance curiosity and engagement while increasing the drive to learn.

Cultivate Belonging

• Nurture a welcoming community that develops connections and a sense of belonging that supports the holistic growth and well-being of all.

Committed to Excellence

• Be committed to high standards and robust development in the pursuit of fulfilling our vision.

Strategic Plan

In 2023, the Division of Student Affairs embarked on a new strategic plan to 2027. The strategic plan includes four major goals: engaged experience, community of belongingness, spirit of well-being and culture of purpose and success.

ENGAGE!

ENGAGE! will be a strategic vision for the Division of Student Affairs that seeks to:

• Contribute to achieving the University’s strategic vision - “Experience Austin Peay.”
• Create a new path to boost an engaging campus life and student experience.
• Inspire students as they experience development and pursue success.
• Reimagine a community of belongingness.
• Discover divisional core values.
• Develop the division of tomorrow.

Goal 1: Engaged Experience

Objectives

• 1.1 – Provide students with thriving and consistent engagement opportunities.

• 1.2 – Foster a dynamic and contemporary residential experience.

• 1.3 – Enhance the career development experience.

Goal 2: Community of Belongingness

Objectives

• 2.1 – Create a welcoming environment for marginalized student communities.

• 2.2 – Strengthen efforts to nurture a sustainable campus community.

• 2.3 – Bolster the student onboarding experience to increase campus connection.

Goal 3: Spirit of Well-Being

Objectives

• 3.1 – Elevate campus well-being.

• 3.2 – Guide the improvement of student accessibility to resources and support.

• 3.3 – Expand support and resources provided for student-parents.

Goal 4: Culture of Purpose & Success

Objectives

• 4.1 – Accelerate collaboration and operational excellence.

• 4.2 – Advance an infrastructure of assessment to measure impact and success.

• 4.3 – Demonstrate a commitment of team development and recognition.