Principal Goal Statement

In 2019, the Board adopted a Principal Goal Statement.

The principal goal of The University of Akron Board of Trustees is to achieve sustainable financial stability within three to five years. To reach this goal, the Board is requesting the development of a strategic plan – led by the President and administration in conjunction with the full University community – which the Board will then consider and approve.
The plan is expected to contain the following elements:

• Installing stable University leadership, including the president, executive vice president/chief academic officer and college deans
• Attracting, retaining and graduating students into productive careers
• Significantly increasing donations for student scholarships and endowed chairs
• Increasing the perception of UA as a university of distinction and choice
• Focusing research in areas of strength and opportunity
• Working closely with regional business, community and political leaders to strengthen our local economy
• Effectively managing expenses

Similar actions

• In 2022, the Board of Trustees Statement of Mission, Values, and Expectations was adopted.
• In 2011, the Board adopted Rule 3359-1-10, thereby creating the position of Advisory Trustee and enabling the Board to add up to three non-voting members in that position, in addition to the 11 governor-appointed individuals.