Defining ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Edge: What Sets Us Apart?
What makes ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ special? How should we continue to stand out in the years ahead? As we shaped our next strategic plan, we wanted to hear from students, faculty, staff, and community members about the qualities that defined ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and the bold moves needed to make for the future.
Participants shared their ideas on what differentiated ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and how the university could sharpen its competitive edge. Their insights helped inform a strategic direction designed to ensure ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ remained a leader in education, innovation, and community impact.
I hope ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ continues to promote its unique geographic location in South Jersey, highlighting our beautiful waterfront campuses. With both a lake and an ocean, as well as our proximity to three major cities, we have a lot to be proud of!
Nicole Suprun
I hope ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ continues to strive for growth as a leader in coastal and pinelands research, and a steward of our environment. That is where it all began - a coastal campus nestled in the woods. Given the rapid pace of environmental change in these areas, there remains much work to do and innovation to seek. ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is positioned to lead - I hope we seize the opportunity.
Steve Evert
I hope ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ can maintain the wonderful ways that make it unique while also making necessary adaptations to better its future.
Nico Musitano
I dream of a culture at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ that is transparent, innovative, inclusive, and concordant.
Esther Lawrence
I hope that ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ can keep the good parts that it has and still make changes that will foster a better future. I want to be part of that change at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.
Chad Roberts
I want ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to flourish as a thriving, diverse, and creative community where everyone has access to opportunities. In order to strengthen the economy and improve people's quality of life, I hope to see more money being spent on education, jobs, and local companies. Our strategic plan should place a high priority on community involvement, sustainable infrastructure, and public safety. By working together, we can create a future in which ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is a shining example of development, resiliency, and harmony.
George Hayes
I hope ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ continues to develop its partnerships to cultivate a thriving regional community.
Roland Regos
I hope ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ maintains, and grows, its deep commitment to interdisciplinary learning.
Heather McGovern
