Goal 2. Recruit students locally, nationally, and internationally who are prepared for a polytechnic learning environment, and provide programs and opportunities that enhance student retention and academic, personal, and professional success.

2.1 Collaborate with feeder institutions (community colleges and pre K-12 schools) to develop a common understanding of a polytechnic campus and program admissions requirements. Develop a recruitment and marketing plan for middle schools and high schools.

2.2 Develop a comprehensive enrollment management plan for marketing, recruitment, admissions, advising, retention, and graduation of diverse and high quality students.

2.3 Recruit, retain, and graduate higher numbers of underrepresented students in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

2.4 Provide exceptional customer service to students in all administrative areas.

2.5 Increase student participation in programs that serve as models for academic, social, and cultural integration of underrepresented students, e.g., McNair Scholars, ENLACE (Engaging Latino Communities for Education), Project Thrust Corporate Mentoring Program.

2.6 Develop early admissions/access programs, and enhance advising to increase retention and ensure timely completion of degree programs.

2.7 Increase scholarships available for students.

2.8 Develop student leadership, mentoring, and learning community programs to contribute to student success and create a sense of belonging to USF Lakeland.

2.9 Increase comprehensive student life activities to include academic and technology extra- and co-curricular activities; social and community engagement opportunities; and personal, academic, and career support services.

2.10 Create opportunity for student participation in honor societies and academic award programs.

2.11 Develop a system for tracking graduates and establish a strong alumni base.