ImmEDIatE aCtIONS
Enhance some of our strongest undergraduate
and graduate curricular efforts such as freshmen
seminars, undergraduate research and graduate
workshops, study abroad programs, as well as
career services.
Strengthen the infrastructure, particularly
computing support, staff support and
teaching facilities.
Finish the review of the undergraduate curriculum.
Implement recommendations from the
Graduate task Force.
target special resources to enhancing select
departments/programs. Faculty retention/
recruitment and graduate student recruitment/
education are an integral part of this effort.
ShOrt-tErm PLaNS (3-6 yEarS)
Implement recommendations resulting from
the undergraduate curriculum review and
innovations in graduate training.
Create distinctive programs with Washington
University's professional schools.
Improve connections with the local community
We will achieve these goals by strengthening arts & Sciences over the next decade. the body
of this report outlines an integrated and systematic strategy for pursuing major innovations by means
of targeted actions. What follows is a plan for immediate actions to prepare for the intermediate
and longer term initiatives.
student internships with institutions in the
region; leadership conferences; public forums
provided to the local community (e.g.,
Weidenbaum Center workshops).
Provide select programs with a global perspec-
tive (possibly, a new development program for
future leaders from abroad).
LONG-tErm PLaNS (6-10 yEarS)
Continued increases in diversity in all spheres.
major improvement in globalization, building
on the mcDonnell Scholars academy and on
selected programs.
major enhancement of endowment funds to
support student financial aid (undergraduate
and graduate) and endowed professorships
(junior and senior).
Dramatically improve infrastructure for
undergraduate and graduate student with
upgraded sports and recreational facilities,
new or fully renovated dorms, and the
Career Center greatly strengthened.
Involve most undergraduates in research.
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Conclusion: A Decade of Action
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Arts & Sciences
is often called "the heart
of Washington University"
because it plays a central
role in the university's
overall success.
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