On October 10, the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) approved a five-year strategic plan that will guide higher education and workforce development initiatives in the state from 2024 to 2029. HECC’s Executive Director, Ben Cannon, participated in discussions focused on the vision, strategy, and anticipated impacts of the new plan.
Strategic Plan Overview
The strategic plan aims to steer the development and implementation of funding and policy initiatives to benefit residents across Oregon. The planning process commenced in the fall of 2023 and involved input from various stakeholders through public surveys, focus groups, and community outreach efforts.
Goals and Objectives
The plan seeks to ensure that all Oregonians can access the economic, civic, and cultural opportunities available through postsecondary education and workforce training. Key elements of the 2024-2029 plan include updated vision, mission, and values statements, as well as five strategic goals intended to drive systemic change through targeted action strategies:
- Relevance
- Alignment
- Affordability
- Access
- Leadership
Community Engagement
To support this strategic development, HECC partnered with the Coraggio Group, which aided in assessing background data and engaging with the community throughout the process.
Source: https://www.ijpr.org/show/the-jefferson-exchange/2024-10-21/tues-9-am-oregons-higher-education-commission-releases-new-five-year-strategic-plan