The initiation of the UAB School of Public Health's Strategic Planning revision process began on Friday, January 5th, 2024. The SOPH Executive Committee (EC), comprising the Department Chairs, Associate and Assistant Deans, Chair of the Faculty Assembly, a representative from Staff Council and other key leadership from the Dean’s Office, convened with Clarus Consulting, our contracted facilitators for this significant undertaking. Together, the EC embarked on a journey to build from our current strategic plan, aligning it with the revised UAB strategic plan and outlining a clear trajectory our next 3-5 years.
This comprehensive and inclusive process has actively involved ALL members of our community – staff, faculty, students, alumni, and stakeholders across UAB and beyond the university. Clarus conducted several focus group discussions and numerous individual interviews, providing ample opportunities for people to participate. Input on drafts of the plan was solicited on multiple occasions from all students, staff, and faculty. Every voice holds significance in shaping our future direction.
View the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan:
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“A strategic plan, when actionable, serves as both an anchor and a roadmap, said Dean Paul Erwin. “This plan must reflect the collective aspirations of our community, not just mine. As the saying goes: if you don’t know where you are going, any road will lead you there.”