In Fall 2022, we launched Our Roadmap, the College of Professional Studies' first-ever Strategic Planning Process. This initiative set a clear and purposeful path for our future and emphasized the goals that continue to guide us.
Our 2024 Annual Report highlighted the initiatives and the people who defined our progress in remarkable new ways. And as you’ll find, we haven’t let up.
The stories in our 2025 Annual Report show just how fast we’ve moved and how far we’ve come as we continue to prepare the modern workforce for careers that will shape society in ways we can only imagine.
'I am excited to share with you the remarkable accomplishments of the College of Professional Studies over the past year. This annual report highlights our unwavering commitment to our strategic goals and underscores the transformative initiatives we have undertaken to advance our college and the world it serves.'
Liesl Riddle
Dean of the College of Professional Studies
This past year has been one of important milestones, measurable progress, and renewed vision. I am pleased to announce that our 2025 Annual Report is now available. Inside, you’ll find highlights of what we have achieved together: groundbreaking research, student successes, community partnerships, and institutional initiatives that are shaping the future.
Three themes stood out to me in particular:
- Innovation across disciplines — faculty and students alike have pushed boundaries, tackling complex problems through creativity and collaboration.
- Community engagement — from local partnerships to public events and service programs, we continue to make meaningful inroads that extend our impact beyond campus.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion — not just in words, but in action: in hiring, curricula, student support, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
As we begin this new academic year, I feel confident in our direction and energized by the collective spirit you bring. The Annual Report is not just a reflection on the past—it is a guidepost for the future. Together, let’s build on what works, embrace innovation, and continue to chart bold new paths forward.
Please take a moment to explore the report and join me in celebrating the remarkable work we have accomplished together.