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<div>Iona University is a private, four-year Catholic college university in New Rochelle, NY. In 1940, it was founded by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and today offers more than 60 bachelor's programs and 40 minors. Iona is comprised of the School of Arts & Science and , the LaPenta School of Business, & The Kelly School of Health Sciences. The institution has approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in it.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation was established in 2017 due to a generous $15 million gift to Iona from James Hynes, '69, '01H, and Anne Marie Hynes. The Hynes Institute is an emerging force that strives to prepare the future generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders to move the world. It also ensures that students develop the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to create, lead, and innovate in an ever-changing global economy.</div><div><br /></div><div>At the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, their mission is “to create and foster an interdisciplinary community of Iona students who engage in entrepreneurial learning opportunities to develop an entrepreneurial mindset."</div>'''Strategic Priorities 2023'''

'''Strategic Priorities 2025''' Strategy 1: hi catEnrich Student Event Ecosystem Objective: Boost number of student events on campus by at least 15% from 2024. Actions:  * Identify Existing Planning Resources: Create a compiled list of all event planning resources (Microsoft Forms for event submission, Student Government Association event guidelines, etc.)* Consolidate Resources: Design a mockup of a web-based UI which contains all existing event planning resources in an itemized, step-by-step ordering.* Demystify Event Planning Process: Coordinate with Center for Student Engagement and Student Government Association to pilot and explain the consolidated event planning process to student leaders. Strategy 2: Increase Student Leadership Participation Objective: Increase student leaders on campus by at least 10% from 2024. Actions: * Engage Students with Leadership: Host panels and other interactive events connecting current student leaders with students interested in leadership.* Amplify Student Perspectives: Collect testimonials from current student leaders and share on social media and other communication channels.* Provide Institutional Support: Have university umbrella organizations conduct regular check-ins with student leaders. Strategy 3: Facilitate Student Connections Through Academic Studying Objective: Increase study room reservations on campus through 25 Live by at least 15 from 2024. Actions: * Expand Reservable Space Options: Ensure all study rooms on campus can be reserved in 25 Live.* Clarify 25 Live Interface: Release recorded demos explaining how students can navigate 25 Live and reserve a study room.* Connect Like-Minded Students: Identify students with common academic interests and bring them together in study spaces. Strategy 4: Reimagine Student Leader Training for Hands-On Skills Objective: Incorporate at least 5 hard skills into the university's student leadership training curriculum, Leadership Wednesdays. Actions: * Student-Led Workshops: Identify student leaders who possess hard skills (e.g. video editing) and incorporate their perspective into how a Leadership Wednesday workshop is designed.* Validate Student Concerns: Request student leader feedback on what they gained from Leadership Wednesday workshops on a regular basis (e.g. semesterly).  '''Strategic Priorities 2024'''  Strategy 1: Enhance Student Engagement  Objective: Increase student participation in campus events by 20% by the end of 2024.  Actions:  *Schedule Events on Weekends: Plan events during weekends to maximize attendance, as students prefer socializing without academic pressures. *Create a “FOMO” Factor: Incorporate unique performances and interactive experiences that generate excitement and anticipation. *Targeted Marketing: Use strategic marketing campaigns to reach a broader student audience, ensuring they are aware of and excited about upcoming events. Example, Instagram is a popular platform, and with reels it would a quick and effective strategy to advertise the event. Flyers hanging around to gain attention. Strategy 2: Promote Cultural Awareness and Inclusivity  Objective: Ensure representation from at least 10 different cultural groups at the International Festival.  Actions:  *Collaborate with Student Clubs: Work with student clubs and cultural organizations to ensure diverse participation. *Invite Ambassadors and Cultural Groups: Bring in ambassadors and cultural groups to showcase their traditions and customs. *Diverse Activities: Include a variety of cultural performances, food stalls, and interactive booths to reflect the multicultural nature of the student body. Strategy 3: Strengthen Community Partnerships  Objective: Establish at least 5 partnerships with local organizations and businesses.  Actions:  *Engage Community Organizations: Partner with local organizations to provide resources and cultural expertise, exposure to different cuisines that our school may not offer. *Seek Sponsorships: Obtain support from local businesses to enhance the event. Example, showcasing music, dancing, and other traditions from around the world. *Foster Long-Term Relationships: Build lasting relationships with community partners to support future events. Strategy 4: Improve Institutional Reputation  Objective: Enhance Iona’s ranking in cultural inclusivity metrics by 10%.  Actions:  *Highlight the Festival: Promote the International Festival in university marketing and promotional materials. *Showcase Success: Use social media and university platforms to highlight the event’s success and impact. *Publish Testimonials: Gather and share testimonials from participants and partners to demonstrate the festival’s value. Strategy 5: Ensure Sustainable Growth  Objective: Develop a scalable model for the International Festival that can grow annually.  Actions:  *Start Small: Utilize the first event as feedback and gradually expand each year. *Continuous Improvement: Implement a process to refine the event each year based on participant feedback. *Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data on student engagement and satisfaction to inform future planning. Example, send out surveys through email post event. By focusing on these strategic priorities and implementing the outlined actions, Iona University can effectively enhance student engagement, promote cultural awareness, strengthen community ties, improve its institutional reputation, promote international cooperation between companies and ensure the sustainable growth of the International Festival. <br /></div>'''Strategic Priorities 2023''' Strategy 1: Classes offered with Innovation & Experience, the introduction into more entrepreneurial mindset and innovative classes that set students up for success.  Work with Iona University and the Hynes institute on creating class options for students who want a more catered experience into entrepreneurship and innovation mixed with real world class options to give students the hands on experience they need. We would need to reach out and work with the provost and IT offices to create an option on Peoplesoft. This will also give students the option to request class options that might no be available at Iona.

Create an app that consists of campus news/events, student news/events, academic calendar, student life calendar, athletics, blackboard, and office 365. This will be done through the collaboration of the IT department, provost office and Center for Student Engagement. Students would also have access to a feedback channel that allows departments to know what's missing. This will be promoted across all of campus screens as well as a part of the orientation package given to incoming students. This creates a simple and central place for students to remain informed. Strategy 3: Gael Report, a survey that collects feedback on new campus policies and lets students voice their opinions

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