The strategic planning process began in early 2021 and was led by co-chairs Judy L. Postmus, PhD, ACSW, dean and professor, School of Social Work, and Roger J. Ward, EdD, JD, MSL, MPA, provost and executive vice president. Logistics and steering committees were formed and included representation from across UMB’s seven schools and Universitywide departments and offices. In addition, virtual town halls were held to receive input from UMB’s students, faculty, and staff.
UMB will systematically integrate the core values into the organizational culture through education and demonstrated behaviors so that internal and external stakeholders clearly understand who we are as an organization and what we stand for.
UMB will design and implement collaborative, inclusive, respectful, and accessible academic learning environments that equitably support and develop students to become exemplary professionals and purposeful contributors to society.
UMB will create a sustainable, equitable, and inclusive culture of care that collaboratively engages and embraces all members of the University community, and the broader community, with respect and in a manner that fosters belonging, understanding, trust, and equity.
UMB will foster an agile, creative, and risk-tolerant learning environment, boldly capitalizing on new opportunities, technologies, and the power of collaboration to discover meaningful solutions to the complex problems impacting UMB, its schools, its strategic partners, and communities.
UMB will formalize and embrace a Universitywide approach to community engagement and scholarship that fosters inclusive and equitable partnerships with our neighbors.
UMB will enhance its impact and reputation as a globally engaged institution committed to improving the human condition through engagement, education, and research.
