President's Message
The last decade has been exciting — as we moved from a college to a university, grew
enrollment and expanded our physical campus. We now offer state-of-the art instruction
for nearly 100 programs of study. We’re certainly proud of all that has been accomplished.
But the rapidly changing environment of higher education demands that we continue
to move forward — or be left behind.
In 2017, the university embarked upon a strategic planning process that engaged students,
faculty, staff, trustees, alumni and community members. Holding more than 50 focus
groups, these individuals helped craft a new strategic plan, Pioneer Driven, that
will move Carroll University forward into the year 2025. The new plan builds upon
our past success and positions Carroll for continued growth and innovation. Carroll
enjoys a reputation for excellence in providing our region with business leaders,
healthcare providers and educators. Our commitment to preparing students for continued
work and service is obvious in the new strategic plan.
Building on Carroll’s deep foundation in the liberal arts, it calls us to strengthen
our distinctive programs and expand in-demand professional programs. It envisions
facilities needed for tomorrow’s learners and student athletes. Our plan identifies
additional resources needed to attract top faculty. And it pursues more scholarships
to ensure our students are defined by their potential, not their economic.
Comprehensive and action-oriented, the plan, along with a transformative mindset,
will capitalize on opportunities, partnerships and experiences that strengthen and
more definitively establish our role as a higher education leader in our region.
We look forward to sharing our progress with you.
First, Foremost, Forward.
Dr. Cindy Gnadinger
