Strategic Plan

Educate. Empower. Solve.

The UNC Greensboro School of Education prepares professionals who make a meaningful difference in schools, organizations, and communities. Our strategic plan guides how we build on that work through excellent preparation, research, partnership, and practice.

our Vision

To be the leading School of Education in our region – recognized nationally for preparing professionals who expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and improve outcomes for learners, families, and organizations through research, partnership, and practice

our Mission

We prepare professionals through rigorous, experiential, and research-informed programs while partnering with schools, organizations, and communities to expand opportunity, support well-being, and improve outcomes for the individuals and communities we serve.

Our Areas of Distinction

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Deliver Transformative, Career-Ready Preparation

We provide rigorous, experiential programs that prepare graduates to be professionally effective, adaptable, and impactful across diverse fields and contexts.

We are focused on:

  • High-quality experiential learning
  • Professional readiness and career outcomes
  • Ethical and effective use of technology
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Advance Innovation, Research, and Discovery

We lead impactful research and scholarship that connects knowledge to practice and contributes to education, human development, and organizational improvement.

We are focused on:

  • Research impact and sustainability
  • Student engagement in research and scholarship
  • Translating research into practice
  • Supporting a wide range of scholarly activities
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Expand Access and Educational Opportunity

We create supportive and representative environments while engaging a wide range of communities in ways that expand access, persistence, and professional success.

We are focused on:

  • Student retention and degree completion
  • A supportive School climate and culture
  • Professional and advocacy competencies
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Strengthen Community, Alumni, and Organizational Engagement

We cultivate reciprocal, responsive partnerships that strengthen communities, organizations, and educational ecosystems.

We are focused on:

  • Strategic partnerships
  • Alumni engagement and impact
  • Student professional engagement
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Turning strategy into meaningful impact

Our strategic plan connects the work happening in our classrooms, research spaces, schools, and communities. It helps us focus on the experiences and partnerships that prepare professionals, strengthen practice, and improve outcomes.

Our Core Values

Student-Centeredness

We prioritize students’ academic, professional, and personal growth, preparing them for meaningful careers and lasting impact.

Care and Well-Being

We foster a culture where students, faculty, staff, and partners feel supported, respected, and able to thrive.

Equal Opportunity and Access

We embed fairness and access into our systems, programs, and partnerships to expand opportunity for all.

Community Engagement and Reciprocity

We build responsive partnerships with schools, organizations, and communities to co-create solutions and advance shared goals.

Innovation and Knowledge Creation

We advance education through research, scholarship, technology, and creative problem-solving that addresses emerging priorities.

Professional Excellence and Impact

We uphold high standards in preparation, research, and practice to create meaningful impact in professions and communities.

Be part of what comes next

Whether you are exploring a program, seeking a partner, reconnecting as an alumnus, or looking for ways to support the School, we invite you to engage with the UNC Greensboro School of Education.

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