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2024-2029 Strategic Plan

Connections That Transform Communities & the World

Institutional Priorities and Goals


1. Offering academic programs (and programming) grounded in the University’s mission that will maximize student success and outcomes.

Academic excellence and innovation

  • Focus on innovative, student-centered learning experiences.
  • Collaboration between departments to create unique learning opportunities for students.

Integrating faith into every aspect of University life

  • Provide opportunities for students to explore their faith both in and out of the classroom.

Fostering growth beyond the classroom

  • Offer students opportunities to engage in meaningful learning experiences to help them develop outside the classroom.
  • Encourage students to use and develop their talents and interests for purpose exploration and holistic wellness.

Promoting a campus environment that is welcoming and supportive to all students rooted in a rich tradition of Christian faith

  • Foster a Waynesburg University community that values respect, honesty, service, and a love for our neighbor as ourselves.

Growing outreach, collaborations, and partnerships within the local community

  • Increase partnerships with our alumni, non-profits, and corporate connections.
  • Offer more learning experiences for our local high schools and members of the community.

2. Ensuring that a Waynesburg University education remains accessible to qualified students.

Maintaining and growing University resources using both innovative and sustainable methods

  • Focus on student retention.
  • Identify new sources of revenue.

Recruiting and retaining students who will be successful at Waynesburg University

  • Greater outreach to Christian high schools and students.
  • Provide more opportunities for students to engage with the University before enrolling.

Continuing to offer a quality, affordable education

  • Increase the number of need-based and merit-based scholarships for students.
  • Continue to assess and implement best practices for clarifying financial information, easing the financial burden, and filling in financial aid gaps.

3. Maintaining and growing our reputation as a premier institution of Christian higher education that is committed to its strong mission.

Maintaining the University’s position as a leader in educational value

  • Showcase alumni and current students completing internships and working in their fields.
  • Highlight the experiences and opportunities provided to students at WU.
  • Continue the growth and development of pre-professional programs.

Preparing 21st-century leaders through innovative, student-centered learning experiences

  • Emphasize the many high-impact experiences students have across the curriculum and outside of the classroom.
  • Focus on student research opportunities, creative campus spaces, and continue forging long-term industry partnerships.

Our Mission

Waynesburg University educates students to make connections between faith, learning and serving so they might faithfully transform their communities and the world. As a Christian comprehensive University, we strive to inspire and challenge every undergraduate and graduate student to a life of leadership and purpose for the glory of God.

Our Vision

Waynesburg University will be a premier institution of Christian higher education recognized for a commitment to its strong mission and its preparation of 21st century leaders through innovative, student-centered learning experiences.