The UT System Board of Regents approved the allocation of $9 million dollars over the next three years to the University of Texas Permian Basin. The funds will be generated through the UT System Internal Lending Program designed to launch online degree programs.
Following a detailed analysis of operations and management President Sandra Woodley identified significant institutional challenges and very exciting future potential. She developed a three-year plan to shore up deficiencies and to make forward thinking investments that will position UT Permian Basin for the future. Several aspects of the plan will include investments in the following:
- Strategic Enrollment management system
- Business process reengineering
- Technology and strategic analytics aimed at attracting and retaining students
- Communications and Marketing
- Investments for student services, including advising
- Expertise/capital/program enhancements
"I am humbled by the outpouring of support from the Chancellor, the Board, and the staff at the UT System. They have supported me every step of the way and this significant investment in UTPB will pay dividends far beyond our university" said Sandra Woodley, president of UTPB. "It is now my responsibility to make every dollar count to elevate the value of this great university to our region and beyond. I am exceedingly grateful to the UT Board of Regents for their strong support."
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