RISE 2030

View the RISE 2030 Strategic Plan

RISE 2030 is a commitment to continuing Waubonsee’s tradition of excellence while redefining and reinvigorating its position as The Community’s College. The culmination of an inclusive process that gathered input from our employees, students, and community, RISE 2030 will guide the college’s work for the next five years. The priorities and goals in the plan are reflective of the changing landscape of higher education and the evolving needs of our community. With this new plan, Waubonsee will lead the way into the future – rising to meet new opportunities and further lighting the way for our students.

4 Priorities of the Plan

REDEFINE
Our Relationship with the Community
INVEST
in Academic Innovation
STRENGTHEN
the Student Experience
ENRICH
the Employee Experience

Waubonsee has been excited to be developing a long-term strategic plan with the help of Huron Consulting Services, LLC, who were selected as the college’s partner in January 2024 after a bid process. In addition to this document that will chart the course for the future direction of the college, three supporting operational plans will also be developed — continuous process improvement, technology, and strategic enrollment management. For further updates on the additional phases of this process, check back in with this page and follow us on social media.

Why This Process? Why Now?

The Case for Action, reflecting engagement with Waubonsee Community College leadership, articulates concisely the necessity of the Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement project.

RATIONALE

Waubonsee Community College (WCC) seeks data-informed strategic action supporting its legacy of continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to consider our strategic direction, in ways that reflect the collective voices of the College and broader community.

ACTION

WCC is prepared to act. Our work will be grounded in our values, reflective of identified strategic priorities, and data driven. We will remain focused on our people, relieving administrative burdens and developing effective and efficient processes. Our offerings will reflect market trends and community needs.

IMPACT

WCC will positively impact the experiences of students, staff, and faculty. By refreshing processes and building capacity to reach and serve a diverse population of students, we will remain fiscally strong and contribute to the vibrancy of the local and regional community.

CONSEQUENCE

To stay relevant and deliver educational opportunities in line with community and market needs, WCC must act. If we do not, we risk jeopardizing a history of financial security, a strong reputation of relevancy, and we risk being seen as complacent.

RISE 2030 Leadership

This 14-member committee guided the development and finalization of Waubonsee Community College's strategic plan and subsequent operational plans.

Executive Sponsor:

Dr. Brian Knetl
President

RISE 2030 Co-Chairs:

Dr. Toya Webb
Chief of Staff and Vice President of Strategy and RISE 2030 Lead
Jess Price
Associate Chief of Staff and RISE 2030 Co-Lead

Steering Committee Members:

  • Dr. Stacey Randall
    Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Innovation, and Planning and Steering Committee Co-Chair
  • Dr. Aaron Lawler
    Faculty, Humanities and Steering Committee Co-Chair
  • Dr. Toya Webb
    Chief of Staff and Vice President of Strategy
  • Dr. Marleigha Evans
    Senior DEI Coordinator
  • Jami Hinshaw
    Dean, Student Engagement
  • Amrit Komal
    IT Project Coordinator
  • Lorena Lopez
    Student Retention Manager
  • Dr. Jeanine McMillen
    Assistant Dean for Industry/Technology and Business/Social Science
  • Dr. Nour Al Naber
    Faculty, Business
  • Emily Nicholson
    Registration and Records Systems Analyst
  • Mike Treve
    Campus Safety Project Manager
  • Stacy Wendt
    Employee Development, Admin. Specialist
  • Dr. Pratima Jindal
    Faculty, Physics
  • Jessica Moreno
    Dean, Academic Support
  • Emily Rollins
    Community Engagement Outreach Coordinator
  • Dr. Diane Nyhammer
    Provost (retired)

Questions/Comments?

Yellow Agenda

Please contact Dr. Toya Webb at twebb@waubonsee.edu.