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Innovate 2028

Vision Statement

Saint Xavier University will be the thriving Catholic, Mercy university on Chicago's South Side, recognized for producing successful, career-ready graduates grounded in mission.

Top Four Priorities

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Over the next few years, we're focused on the following four priorities:

Improving Student Success, Experiences and Outcomes

Goal: We will provide exceptional, student-centered experiences that cultivate a strong sense of belonging and support student's persistence toward academic and career success.

Investing in People and Modernizing Places

Goal: We will recruit and retain promising and productive faculty and staff and provide functional and modern spaces that foster innovation, community and collaboration.

Refreshing and Distinguishing Our Programs

Goal: We will maintain an optimal mix of high-quality, in-demand academic programs that are financially sustainable and produce successful, career-ready graduates.

Elevating Philanthropy and Engagement

Goal: We will strengthen fundraising and governmental relations to meet student, employee and campus needs, ensuring that we provide the resources and support necessary for academic success, innovative programs and a vibrant campus community.

Together In Mercy

Mission Integration Goal: We will incorporate our Catholic, Mercy mission and heritage into our academic programs, student experiences and daily operations, fostering critical thinking, promoting diversity and inclusion, and building community through shared values and service.

Educating students to serve wisely and compassionately in support of human dignity and the common good.

 

Questions?

Please email the Committee with any questions about the Innovate 2028 strategic plan.

Email Innovate 2028

Strive 2025

For the previous strategic plan, check out the Strive 2025 webpage.

Strive 2025