Review of Vaughn College's Vision, Mission, and Core Values Survey Results

Review of Vaughn Colleges Vision, Mission and Core Values Survey 116 Total Responses to date Thursday, May 30, 2024

Background on the Current Vision, Mission and Core Values How did we develop the current statements? In 2016, a group of trustees, faculty, staff and students worked as an ad hoc group to develop the current statements based on the strategic plan in place at the time, and to provide a more meaningful set of statements that would guide decision making. New vision and mission statements were approved in 2016. A separate group then developed the core values which were approved in 2017. Why are we being asked to assess the current statements? From time-to-time the institution should reexamine foundational statements such as the vision, mission and core values to determine if they still speak to the future direction of the institution, the current goals, and the guiding principles for decision making. How was the survey distributed? Survey was sent to the following groups: Students Faculty Staff Board of Trustees Industry Advisory Council President s Advisory Council Alumni Employers Survey will remain open until June 1 as we seek to capture some President s Advisory Council members. 2

Vaughns Vision Statement To change the world one student at a time with a transformational education that provides a lifetime of opportunity. Purpose of a vision statement (from Board Effect): A vision statement describes where an organization is going and what it will look like when it gets there. For example, the board relies on the vision statement when making strategic plans and decisions. Moreover, students, faculty and staff look to the vision statement for long-term direction, and donors will read your it when deciding whether to support your institution. The vision communicates your institution s value and commitment to achieving its goals. 3

Q1: Please indicate which stakeholder group you belong to: Answered: 116 Skipped: 0 Student Faculty Board of Trustees Industry Advisory Council Employer Staff President's Advisory Council Alumni 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Q2: Is Vaughn's vision statement (listed above) aspirational and memorable? Answered: 116 Skipped: 0 Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Q3: Please rank from most important to least important the elements of Vaughn's vision statement (slide the boxes below with the most important at the top of the list and the least important at the bottom of the list). Answered: 103 Skipped: 13

Suggestions for the Vision Statement 44 responses with 18 being no change Bring aviation into the vision (2) Innovative, cutting edge Development of good citizenship and skills to become meaningful contributors to society Hands-on element/Skill builder (2) Developing life skills and enhancing personal responsibility Empower/enable students to develop their full potential (2) Upward mobility Commitment to excellence 7

Vaughns Mission Statement To provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Purpose of a mission statement The mission statement defines the institution s purpose, intention and overall objectives and it can also speak to the original inspiration for the organization. The length of mission statements varies from a short sentence to a few short sentences. A mission statement describes what the institution is currently doing, who it serves and the benefits it provides. 8

Q5: Does the mission statement (listed above) say what Vaughn does as an institution and what makes us different? Answered: 116 Skipped: 0 Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Q6: Does the mission statement make a compelling declaration about Vaughn's purpose? Answered: 116 Skipped: 0 Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Q7: Please rank from most important to least important the elements of Vaughn's mission (slide the boxes below with the most important at the top of the list and the least important at the bottom of the list)? Answered: 105 Skipped: 11

Suggestions for the Mission Statement 35 responses with 13 no change When I think of Vaughn College, I also think of pioneers in the industries we serve, and the critical thinking process that Vaughn instills. Applied critical thinking may leverage students to succeed in any profession. Not sure it belongs in the statement but what makes Vaughn so different from other institutions is the one-on-one relationships of students to faculty and staff. Everyone is committed to the students success. And the opportunities they get are unparalleled Educational foundation for the continuous improvement in safety of flight. 1) the idea of students wishing to have an impact in the industries they choose. 2) Creating a close-knit community between faculty & students (the value of our small size) Emphasize the importance of community engagement. Lifelong learning preparation for good citizenship 12

Q9: Please review the core values (listed above). Do they reflect the culture of the institution? Answered: 116 Skipped: 0 Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree If not, why not? 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Vaughns Core Values Demonstrate Integrity: We pursue our mission following the highest standards of excellence, ethics and mutual trust, and expect everyone to be accountable for their decisions and actions. Embrace Diversity: By respecting diversity in all its dimensions, we foster a community that invites and is inclusive of everyone. Practice Collaboration: Our culture is driven by a commitment to shared governance, teamwork, communication and collaboration within the institution and in partnership with outside entities. Achieve Impact: We are dedicated to providing students an educational experience that will transform their lives and to creating a learning environment for trustees, faculty and staff that nurtures a passion for student success. Choose Courage: Leveraging our pioneering aeronautical heritage, we choose to be bold in our decision- making, challenge the status quo, and generate opportunity for future generations. Why have core values? Core values are the deeply ingrained principles that guide a company s actions; they serve as its cultural cornerstones (Harvard Business Review, https://hbr.org/2002/07/make-your-values-mean-something). 14

Suggestions for the Core Values 36 responses with 14 no change Include equity and inclusion to our Embrace Diversity core value (4) Recognizing the uniqueness of each student Putting students at the forefront of decision making Respect for others and the role it plays in fostering teamwork Ingenuity 15

Next Steps Use a small group of students, faculty and staff to review the comments and suggestions made in the survey and determine if we should make any changes. Present any recommended changes to the Vaughn community in early September. Consider any feedback from the community. Present final recommendations to the president. Present to the board of trustees for final approval. 16