DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

1. DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY Opening Day Session Monday, August 19

2. DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY Dr. David Borofsky President WELCOME

3. New Administrators Dr. Ben Jones Dean College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Gale Wiedow Interim Dean College of Education Dr. Crystal Pauli Associate Dean College of Education

4. New Staff • Heather Beaner - Senior Secretary, President’s Office • Zakariya Syed – Lead Penetration Tester • MinakshiPokharal– Web Developer • Katie Larsen – Senior Secretary, College of BIS • Pam Libby – Facility Worker • Mark Bult- Help Desk Associate • Brianna Mae Hanson – Residence Hall Director • Nathan Wingo– Residence Hall Director • Adam Strenge– Residence Hall Director

5. New Coaches Michael Collins – Assistant Football Coach Steven Steele – Assistant Football Position Coach Brian Ortmeier– Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Anthony Drealan– Head Cross Country Coach/Instructor Milton (Alex) Glover – Assistant Coach, Football & Throwing for Track Rachel Fricke – Assistant Softball Coach

6. New Faculty Wayne Madson– Assistant Professor, Digital Arts and Design Eric Stykel– Assistant Professor, Digital Arts and Design Kevin Smith – Instructor, Math Education Michael Lynch – Instructor, Speech Justin Peterson – Instructor, Math Nilo Ramos – Assistant Professor, Physical Education Josh Stroschein– Instructor, Computer Science Michael Ham – Instructor, Computer Science Scott Klungseth– Senior Lecturer, Exercise Science

7. Congratulations! Promotion and Tenure: Tom Jones - Full Professor Dorine Bennett - Full Professor Justin Blessinger - Full Professor Gale Wiedow- tenure Degree Completers: Chris Olson – Northcentral University Doctoral degree in Business Administration, Concentration: Applied Computer Science  March 2013 Faculty Awards – Spring 2013: The Dr. Ernest Teagarden Award for Excellence in Teaching Deb Tech The Merrill D. Hunter Award for Excellence in Research Surendra Sarnikar The DeWayne Mork Award for Excellence in Service Kelley MacLeod The Alexander “Sandy” Davidson Award for Excellence in Advising Gale Wiedow

8. CSA Employees of the Month September 2012               Ellen Hoff October 2012                     Rose Brinkman November 2012                Lora Ersland January 2013                      Kacie Fodness February 2013                   Laura Osborn March 2013                         Jill Corbin April 2013                            Karen Gearhart May 2013                             Heather Bergheim June 2013                            Shannon Vostad July 2013                              Karen Duffy August 2013                       Amber Alfson

9. Dakota State University Building a Research Culture Student Research Initiative (SRI) Faculty Research Initiative (FRI)

10. Dakota State University State of the University – Dr. Borofsky Welcome to all new employees Welcome back to all employees 2013 -14 Exciting things are happening at DSU

11. Dakota State University The 3 R’s

12. Dakota State University Respect Relationships Retention

13. Dakota State University Respect How we all want to be treated Open communication; listening Argue the idea not the person Agree to disagree

14. Dakota State University Relationships Key to student success Key to University culture Key to University and Madison growth

15. Dakota State University Retention – 70% Continue great work in the classroom Focus outside the classroom Build relationships with students Support and encourage students all year long

16. Dakota State University Planning Planning and

17. Dakota State University More Planning

18. Dakota State University What Type of Planning? Mission Vision Values 3 – 5 Year Strategic Plan Campus Master Facility Planning Auxiliary Services Master Facility Planning

19. Dakota State University Mission – Vision– Values • Why? • Mission– legal mission, need Marketing Mission statement; Disney • Vision – current one good through 2014 • Values – always good to review and ensure we are on board; more statements than values

20. Dakota State University Mission – Vision– Values • Who? • EVERYONE • Want feedback and all constituents’ involvement • When? • Starting TODAY!

21. Dakota State University Current Mission Statement "The primary purpose of Dakota State University at Madison in Lake County is to provide instruction in computer management, computer information systems, electronic data processing and other related undergraduate and graduate programs. The secondary purpose is to offer two-year, one-year and short courses for application and operator training in the areas authorized by this section. This authorization includes the preparation of elementary and secondary teachers with emphasis in computer and information processing. Except for degree programs in existence during the 1983-84 academic year, the unique baccalaureate programs authorized for Dakota State University shall not be duplicated by the Board of Regents. Section 3. The Board of Regents shall continue to provide existing courses for those students enrolled at Dakota State University during the spring semester of 1984 in order to allow those students presently enrolled to complete their scheduled program of study. Section 4. The medical record program and respiratory therapy program currently in existence at Dakota State University shall remain at Dakota State University unless otherwise transferred by the Board of Regents."

22. Dakota State University Current Vision and Values Statements Vision (2014) DSU has a broad national reputation for providing a dynamic, information technology rich learning and research environment. Values and Commitments – Dakota State University's 2007-2014 strategic plan reflects the following set of values and shared commitments to: An uncompromising passion for DSU's information technology mission. The use of data-informed decision making to improve and enrich the university's programs. Academic research that produces, adapts and incorporates new discipline- and pedagogy-based knowledge. An unwavering support for student success and learning by promoting active engagement and creative problem-solving. A relentless pursuit of emerging technologies. Effective communication that is open and honest. A university experience that promotes an understanding of our diverse world. Cutting-edge academic programs focused on its information-technology mission

23. VALUES: Your Initial Input • Loyalty • Duty • Respect • Selfless Service • Honor • Integrity • Personal Courage

24. Dakota State University Values Your ideas!!! Cards on the tables….please complete!

25. LISTENING DAY • October 2nd, 2013 • Day Classes cancelled • Attendance expected • Facilitator • Need your Input and Ideas • Work in teams • Lunch Provided

26. Dakota State University 3 – 5 Year Strategic Plan Current Strategic Plan has been completed; time to write new plan Technology is ever changing; 5 year plan may be too long Incorporate Strategic Enrollment Management, Campus Master Facilities Plans, Technology Plan, Foundation Plan

27. Dakota State University Great Colleges to Work For Survey • Overall response rate was 73%, 202 out of 276(avg 34%) KUDOS to you all!Thank you for your input!! • 60 standardized statements and 3 DSU-specific statements using a 5-point rating scale (strongly agree, agree, sometimes agree / sometimes disagree, disagree, strongly disagree) • Exceptional in 14 of 60 categories • Red Flag area in 10 of 60 categories • More info will be disseminated

28. Dakota State University DSU was rated Exceptional in 14 of the 60 areas rated: • My job makes good use of my skills and abilities. • I am given the responsibility and freedom to do my job. • My supervisor /department chair supports my efforts to balance my work and personal life. • This institution’s policies and practices give me the flexibility to manage my work and personal life. • This institution takes reasonable steps to provide a safe and secure environment for the campus. • The institution actively contributes to the community. • This institution places sufficient emphasis on having diverse faculty, administration, and staff. • I understand how my job contributes to this institution’s mission. • Overall, my department is a good place to work. • I am proud to be part of this institution. • All things considered, this is a great place to work. • I have a good relationship with my supervisor/department chair. • This institution has clear and effective procedures for dealing with discrimination. • At this institution, people are supportive of their colleagues regardless of their heritage or background.

29. Dakota State University Areas with red flags – no particular order • I am paid fairly for my work. • My department has adequate faculty/ staff to achieve our goals. • There is regular and open communication among faculty, administration, and staff. • Changes that affect me are discussed prior to being implemented. • There’s a sense that we are all on the same team at this institution. • I can speak up or challenge a traditional way of doing something without fear of harming my career. • Promotions in my department are based on a person’s ability. • Issues of low performance are addressed in my department. • I am regularly recognized for my contributions. • Our recognition and reward programs are meaningful to me.

30. Dakota State University What is the most commonly identified issue? Communication What are we doing about it?

31. Dakota State University Inviting everyone to participate in Mission-Vision-Values and Strategic Plan development Monthly Forums starting September 18 Class visitations Meeting with Colleges and other Departments Continued visibility on campus and at college events Adding faculty to the Planning Council

32. Dakota State University Summary • 3 R’s • Planning • Communication

33. Dakota State University Dr. Judy Dittman Interim Vice President Academic Affairs

34. AQIP Update • Systems Portfolio submitted November 2012 • Systems Appraisal Feedback Report received February 2013 • Formal notification of re-accreditation received February 2013 The Higher Learning Commission’s Institutional Action Council voted to continue the accreditation of Dakota State University through the AQIP process with the next reaffirmation in 2018-19.

35. Dakota State University AQIP Update • Campus committees reviewing System Appraisal Feedback Report • DSU team will attend AQIP Strategy Forum in November • DSU has completed 17 Action Projects • All documents are posted on DSU’s AQIP site: http://www.dsu.edu/about/aqip/

36. Dakota State University AQIP Strategy Forum • November 5 – 8 St. Charles, IL • Team: • Dr. David Borofsky • Dr. Judy Dittman • Stacy Krusemark • Carrie Ahern • Ethelle Bean • Amy Crissinger • Dr. Jack Walters • Kacie Fodness

37. Dakota State University • Building a Research Culture: Jan 2011 to Jan 2014 • Student Success Project: Freshmen and Transfer Intervention Team (FIT): August 2012 to December 2013* • Establishing Standards and Processes for Essential Data Reports: November 2012 to July 2013 • Update submitted to HLC June 2013 • Phase II Action Project will be submitted after update is reviewed • *Will retire in December; new project to be selected from active PIED projects AQIP Action Projects

38. Dakota State University CQI Update

39. CQI CQI Committee Representatives RepresentingCQI Committee Rep Academic Affairs Peg O’Brien Arts & Sciences Justin Blessinger Business Affairs & Athletics Kristi Voss Bus & Info Systems Cherie Noteboom Education TBD Library, IT, HR/Payroll, Marketing Ethelle Bean Student Affairs Marie Lohsandt Student Senate TBDFoundation Jill Ruhd Interim Director Carrie Ahern

40. CQI Updates. • Summer training: 27 faculty / staff attended • Next training: October 23, 2013 • CQI Day: March 19, 2014 • New and Improved CQI Database • New tutorials for users • Handout for everyone!

41. Student Success Projects • GS100 – coordination w/student service activities. Collaborative exercise with GS100 instructors & FIT mentors • College of A&S – Honors/Enrichment Program General Beadle Honors Program • College of BIS – BADM 101 added. Will integrate GS100 content into this required course. • College of ED – continued StrengthsQuest

42. Student Success Projects • Math Success Center • The “Next Experience”for continuing students • Starfish – 3 surveys within first 8 weeks • FIT – first-year freshmen & transfer students; coordinators within each college

43. Dakota State University • Busy but exciting year… • Student engagement • Thanks, Thanks, Thanks…

44. Business & Administrative Services Stacy Krusemark Vice President, Business & Administrative Services

45. DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY • Campus Facility and Space Planning • Trojan Center Renovation Planning and Auxiliary Master Planning • Space Analysis • September Space Planning Workshops • October Program Planning meetings

46. Student Affairs – Dr. Borofsky • Vice President • Interim • Search • First year students move-in Friday • Returning students move-in Saturday

47. Student Orientation Events • Campus Ice Cream Social (with new students and parents) - August 23 at 3:30pm - West TC Lawn • New Student Orientation Kick-Off - Faculty Staff Meet and Greet - August 23 at 4pm - West TC Lawn • Grill –n- Chill - Supper for New Students and Faulty (grouped by Colleges) - August 25 4:30pm-6pm - Various Locations

48. DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY Jeff Dittman Athletic Director

49. DSU Athletics • New Conference:  North Star Athletic Association • Members include Presentation College, Mayville State, Valley City State, and Jamestown College • Trojan Athletic Club Membership:  • Contact Jeff or Tom for additional information and to support Trojans and Lady T’s • New athletic website • Online date is scheduled for Oct. 1 

50. DSU Athletics • Increased alumni contact: • Using social media (Facebook, Twitter, web) to reconnect with our younger alumni.  We currently have an alumni contact form on the website.  If you can help us get this information out to alums, please do. • Giving and Sponsorship:  • Two anonymous gifts of $25,000 were given for facility improvement.  • Purchased two digital score tables that will improve crowd interaction and provide additional revenue through advertising • Addition of Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital to Daktronics scoreboard sponsorship • Addition of a golf tournament in Sioux Falls • Will aid in connecting with Sioux Falls alumni and businesses • Upcoming athletic events: • VB opener: Aug. 24 at Briar Cliff • VB home opener:  Sept. 3 vs. Briar Cliff  7:30 • FB opener:  Aug. 31 at Peru State • FB opener:  Sept. 7 vs. Dordt  6:00.  Tailgate at 5:15