In the fall of 2024, the CSU community developed and refined a new vision for Cleveland’s public research university. Through an inclusive process that included ideas and feedback from current students, faculty and staff members, alumni, trustees and community partners, Cleveland State University created a set of mission, vision and value statements that reflect CSU’s strengths and aspirations.
This strategic plan — Cleveland State United — is centered on the following tenets:
Mission Statement
Cleveland’s University. Infinite Opportunity.
We are in and of the city of Cleveland. We leverage our unique location and strategic partnerships to equip learners with knowledge and future-ready skills. Through innovative research, dedicated service, and exceptional talent, we address the evolving needs of our community.
Vision 2030
“Where Everyone Thrives”
CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work.
Values —?"CSU"
Collaborating with Community
Serving Students
Unleashing Creativity
Priorities
Through 2030, CSU will focus on three primary priorities. Each priority has three associated objectives.
Advance Academic Offerings, Delivery, and Scholarship to Foster Success
- Expand experiential and work-based learning
- Integrate undergraduate, graduate, exploratory and continuing education for lifelong learning
- Improve the student experience and enhance our culture of student success
Reimagine Community Partnerships to Increase Opportunities
- Enhance relationships with community partners to expand opportunities for prospective and current students/learners
- Build a corporate/community partnership structure that leverages and coordinates all that CSU offers
- Serve as a convenor and thought-partner to help address Cleveland’s most pressing social and economic challenges
Restructure Operational and Financial Model to Enable our Mission-focused Work
- Initiate a comprehensive multi-year stakeholder informed technology digital transformation
- Develop and implement a sustainable financial model and process
- Cultivate a campus wide culture of transformation and continuous improvement