14 Implement two Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) within the next five years. Provide ongoing professional development in inclusive pedagogy for faculty and teaching assistants. 3. Team Teaching and Interdisciplinary Collaboration Pilot team taught two courses within the department, with a long-term goal of expanding across disciplines. Recognize and support team teaching as a workload-balancing strategy. 4. Program Expansion and Alignment Develop new Associate of Science (AS) programs, particularly in health-related fields. Evaluate the senior seminar requirement, considering replacement with a research capstone earlier in the curriculum. B. Service and Community Engagement Strategic Goal 2: Promote student-centered engagement opportunities that reflect and advance the mission of NSU. Objectives 1. Optimization of Service Responsibilities Assess and streamline existing departmental service commitments for efficiency and equity. Ensure that clear expectations are communicated to new faculty and that they are not overextended in service roles. 2. Enhanced Student and Community Engagement Strengthen student participation in outreach initiatives (e.g., science fairs, STEM Outreach, and local community events). Develop community-based learning options connecting coursework to real-world challenges. 3. Alignment with Institutional Mission Clearly articulate how departmental service supports NSU’s mission of civic engagement and educational access. C. Research and Scholarly Activity Strategic Goal 3: Develop real-world, immersive research experiences both in and outside of the classroom. Objectives 1. Faculty Research Support Advocate for increased institutional support for faculty research time and resources. Foster cross-disciplinary research collaborations within the department and across colleges.
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