Congratulations, you've been inaugurated as President of Example University (pseudonym). The Board of Trustees has asked you write a paper that describes the current state of higher education and how you will lead Example toward a bright and promising future. The paper should include the following sections and information:

Introduction and Mission Statement

This section should describe the purpose, values, and strengths of Example University in a formal institutional mission statement (Tip: You can find many examples of actual institutional mission statements by a quick Google Search). This section should also respond to the following questions: What type of institution is Example? For what is Example known? Who does Example serve? What is the student profile of Example (e.g. How many students are enrolled? What are the demographics of its students?). In what type of setting is it located (e.g. urban, rural)?

Learning Inside and Outside the Classroom

This section should describe the type of learning experiences students enrolled at Example receive. This section should address both learning inside and outside of the classroom. This section should also respond to the following questions: What type of learning opportunities are provided to Example students (e.g. service learning, study abroad, faculty mentorship, research opportunities, extracurricular/student organization participation and leadership?) Describe these opportunities and how they contribute to student learning and preparation for career outcomes.

Affordability

This section should describe Example's commitment to the affordability of higher education. Describe the current state of higher education as it relates to affordability. This section should also respond to the following questions: What steps are Example taking to ensure the affordability of its education? What is the cost-benefit of enrolling at Example?

Access & Equity

This section should describe Example's commitment to access and equity in higher education. This section should address special programs or institutional initiatives that are designed to support access and equity in higher education. For example, how does Example evaluate applicants for admission?

Societal Impact

This section should describe the benefits Example generates for society and its graduates. For example, how does society benefit from Example and the outcomes it produces? Tip: Visit temple.edu/impact for examples and ideas.