Approved by the Faculty Senate Feb 10, 2020
The following is a list of our principal values that distinguish Central from other institutions (in alphabetical order):
Accountability
We commit to holding ourselves and each other Accountable to the highest ethical standards and to fostering a culture of civility, collegiality, and justice.
Collaboration
We commit to Collaboration within the University and the Connecticut State Colleges and University system, as well as with our legislators, industry, and community partners.
Equity
We commit to embrace and strengthen Diversity and Inclusion, providing an enriching and equitable learning environment where every individual is valued, and promoting diversity of people and ideas.
Engagement
We commit to the recognition of the Centrality of Engagement, involving our communities in all aspects of our work.
Excellence
We commit to Excellence in everything we do. We hold ourselves to highest academic and professional standards and focus on continuous improvement.
Innovation
We commit to Innovation and Creativity in our teaching, research, and interdisciplinary approaches to inspire our students to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Integrity
We commit to Integrity. As stewards of the public trust, we will be honest, ethical, and transparent.
Responsibility
We commit to Social Responsibility to promote the public good and contribute to global understanding.
Responsiveness
We commit to Agility and Responsiveness to address the emerging needs of our region and state and create a sustainable future for the University.
Taking Action
Since its founding in 1849, Central Connecticut State University has advanced and developed to meet the needs of the communities it serves. This ten-year strategic plan consists of five goals, each with specific objectives for achievement.
As a supplement, Central has developed an Action Plan which identifies key activities essential to the accomplishment of each goal and objective. With these collective documents, we will build upon our strengths as a “student success-centered” institution that creates lifelong learners and provides the best opportunities to the next generation of hardworking Connecticut families.
Central Strategic Plan (PDF)