2029 Strategic Plan

A Renewed Vision for Student Success and Institutional Growth

South Georgia State College (SGSC) is embarking on a new era of strategic growth and academic excellence with the 2029 Strategic Plan. This plan reflects a renewed commitment to student success, institutional effectiveness, and community impact, ensuring that SGSC remains a leading institution of higher education in Southeast Georgia. As part of this forward-thinking approach, SGSC revisited and refined its Mission and Vision Statements to better align with its evolving priorities. These updates reinforce SGSC’s dedication to providing affordable, accessible, and high-quality degree programs while fostering student achievement and regional workforce development.

Strategic Goals, Objectives, and Measures

GOAL 1: Enhance Academic Programs & Student Success

Alignment with USG Goal 1: Increase degree completion through a robust and intensive approach to access and student success, utilizing data analytics and best practices.

Objective 1.1: Develop and evaluate new academic programs based on regional economic needs, institutional resources, and strategic alignment.
- Metrics:
  - Establish 2–3 new academic programs or tracks by 2029 based on labor market demand.
  - Ensure 90% of new programs are informed by employer input, industry advisors, or workforce data.
Objective 1.2: Improve course scheduling for non-traditional and underserved students.
- Metrics:
  - Credit Hour Enrollment will match or exceed USG state college sector average by 2029.
  - 80% of students will complete First-Year Requirements within their first year.
  - Graduation rates for Associate (3-year) and Baccalaureate (4–5 year) programs will increase by 15%.
Objective 1.3: Establish articulation agreements to ensure transfer pathways and encourage advanced study.
- Metrics:
  - Five new articulation agreements implemented by 2029.

GOAL 2: Strengthen Student Success & Engagement

Alignment with USG Goal 1: Increase degree completion through a robust and intensive approach to access and student success, utilizing data analytics and best practices.

Objective 2.1: Improve Writing and STEM Centers.
- Metrics:
  - Usage of support services will increase by 10%.
  - 75% favorable rating in service satisfaction.
  - Students using support services will show a 0.5 GPA increase by 2028.
Objective 2.2: Enhance academic advising.
- Metrics:
  - Annual comparative analysis of advising processes conducted.
  - Student credit hour load will match/exceed USG sector average.
  - Graduation rates will match/exceed USG average.
  - Program changes will decrease by 25%.
Objective 2.3: Develop student engagement programs.
- Metrics:
  - Student Life participation will increase by 10%.
  - First-year retention will increase by 10%.
Objective 2.4: Increase faculty training in instructional technology.
- Metrics:
  - 50% student satisfaction with tech by 2026; 80% by 2029.
  - 80% of faculty satisfied and using instructional technology by 2029.

GOAL 3: Expand Educational, Community, and Business Partnerships

Alignment with USG Goal 4: Connect and collaborate with the communities and regions in which they serve to drive innovation and create opportunities for continued economic and quality of life impact.

Objective 3.1: Brand SGSC as a community partner through enrollment and marketing plans.
- Metrics:
  - Plan implemented by 2026.
  - Annual enrollment increase of 2% through 2029.
Objective 3.2: Increase recruitment through regional partnerships.
- Metrics:
  - Target population applications increase by 2% annually.
Objective 3.3: Grow dual enrollment through school system partnerships.
- Metrics:
  - Dual enrollment participation increases by 5% by 2029.
Objective 3.4: Support implementation of the QEP.
- Metrics:
  - 50% of students will engage in experiential learning.
  - 85% satisfaction with experiential learning by 2029.

GOAL 4: Strengthen Community & Business Partnerships

Alignment with USG Goal 3: Play a critical role in developing the talent and knowledge for current and future industry needs in the state of Georgia and beyond.

Objective 4.1: Partner with businesses for internships and service projects.
- Metrics:
  - 50% of programs include experiential learning by 2029.
  - 80% of partners renew participation annually.
  - Business partnerships increase by 30% by 2029.

GOAL 5: Support Infrastructure & Technology for Learning

Alignment with USG Goal 2: Ensure affordability for students through the wise stewardship of resources and optimizing efficiency across the system.

Objective 5.1: Invest in campus facilities through maximized funding.
- Metrics:
  - Full allocation of state funds used for repairs/renovations by 2029.
Objective 5.2: Standardize and upgrade classroom technology.
- Metrics:
  - Baseline instructor satisfaction measured by 2026; improvement plan created.
  - Annual funding requested and plan reviewed/revised each year.

GOAL 6: Responsible Financial Stewardship

Alignment with USG Goal 2: Ensure affordability for students through the wise stewardship of resources and optimizing efficiency across the system.

Objective 6.1: Promote affordability for students.
- Metrics:
  - Scholarship applications increase by 15% by 2029.
  - Courses with low/no-cost materials increase by 20% by 2029.
Objective 6.2: Optimize efficiency through strategic budgeting.
- Metrics:
  - Data dashboards developed by 2026.
  - Reduce faculty-related costs by 10% without cutting positions.