KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY Board of Regents
DATE:September 5, 2019
SUBJECT:Overview of 2019-2020 Programming Priorities
FROM:Student Engagement and Campus Life
ACTION ITEM:NO
BACKGROUND: It has been well noted that the university has struggled to implement a robust campus life experiences that fully engages, excites, and educates our student population. As a result, the Vice President has been working closely with staff to develop more dynamic programming/services and to enhance marketing efforts to successfully reach our students and publicly celebrate our successes.
SUMMARY OF PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES:
Meetings/retreat with staff to provide professional enhancement on student development theory and to explore strategies for stronger programming
Development of framework for ensuring programming meets various goals and needs and a monthly calendar of events
Coordination with student leadership groups to encourage greater ownership of the student experience, which will enhance their own leadership skills
Building enhancements including more lounge space and an enhanced game room in the Student Center and a refurbished weight room (opening soon)
Implementation of a student-run intramurals program
Hiring of a Coordinator of Greek Life to deliver an enriched and more popular experience
Creation of a more robust space and programming for Career and Professional Development
Revamping of student conduct processes – beginning with hiring of new Dean for Student Leadership, Conduct, and Health – which emphasizes more positive, strength-based approaches, including restorative justice
Creation of Center for Mental Health and Wellness (proposed Title III) to provide comprehensive prevention and intervention services for students
Creation of an Innovation and Creativity Lounge (proposed Title III) to support student creativity and entrepreneurship development