Delivering on the Promise
Of a world-class flagship university for the nation’s capital
Of being a national model for urban success
Of being the District’s workforce and economic mobility engine
Of being a research and innovation hub addressing the District’s critical needs
Of uniting all university stakeholders in support of a shared vision for ONE UDC
Message From
Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D.
Read a message from UDC President Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D.
Strategic Planning Contact
Kelly McMurray, Ph.D.
Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President
kelly.mcmurray@udc.edu
Strategic Plan Goals
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Identity
Solidify and celebrate our identity as the District’s high-quality, accessible, public university, building upon our legacy as a proud HBCU.
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Experience
Engage with and serve all members of its community to ensure they are provided meaningful opportunities to learn, develop and thrive.
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Partnerships
Embrace mission-aligned, sustainable and impactful partnerships as a key element of our academic mission and shared success.
Presidential Priority Initiatives
Dr. Edington’s Presidential Priority Initiatives are companions to Delivering on the Promise that showcase the strategic plan in action.
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This effort is designed to foster and sustain a culture of quality service throughout the university, one that enriches experiences for students, faculty, staff and all our stakeholders.
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Through a comprehensive rebranding effort, we will implement a suite of modernized marketing tools and strategies to enhance visibility and attract top talent.