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4-1. Establish a committee with members from the University and business community to evaluate FAU’s response to emerging workforce needs in the context of the BOG’s list of targeted programs and goals.
Campus All
Target Date Annual
Accountable Individual Provost, Career Development Center
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The committee will report on trends and determine if FAU needs to develop new degree programs.
Career Development will track graduate placement within the targeted disciplines.
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4-2. Work with economic councils throughout FAU’s service region to study and plan for the needs of today’s workforce and anticipated future needs.
Campus All
Target Date Annual
Accountable Individual President, Executive Staff
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A report recommending an FAU response to meeting current and future regional workforce needs will be issued.
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4-3. Seek funding for programs and degrees that address critical shortages in professional and workforce development needs.
Campus All
Target Date Annual
Accountable Individual President, Executive Staff
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FAU’s Legislative Budget Request will reflect the need for funding in Goal 2.
The number of degrees awarded in targeted disciplines will satisfy or exceed standards established by the BOG.
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4-4. Develop cooperative relationships with existing professional-track programs at high schools within FAU’s service region by scheduling regular campus tours and faculty presentations and serving as a resource for curriculum development.
Campus All
Target Date Annual
Accountable Individual College Deans, VP Student Affairs
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The University will encourage local high school students to enter professions such as engineering, nursing and teaching through involvement with programs such as Project Lead the Way, HOSA, SECME and Teaching Academy. FAU’s involvement will enhance student preparation for college-level study.
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