Office of Undergraduate Research — Strategic Report 2020

STRATEG I C PLAN 2020 - 2023

OFF I CE OF UNDE RGRADUATE R ESEARCH

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The Office of Undergraduate Research

EXECUT IVE SUMMARY

The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach aspires to provide transformative discovery and inquiry experiences to all undergraduate students. The team embraces the vision of our campus being an internationally recognized center for excellence in undergraduate research, innovation and scholarship, especially in the fields of aviation/aerospace, science and engineering, where every student engages in scholarly learning throughout their academic careers. In order to achieve this vision, the team has conducted extensive assessment engaging numerous stakeholders. As we conclude our Strategic Plan 2020 and reflect upon the outcomes of these assessments, we have developed new approaches and comprehensive plans to usher in the next phase of undergraduate research. This approach, outlined herein as Strategic Plan 2023, provides a clear path and associated key performance indicators for the future of the Office of Undergraduate Research as it continues its transition into an internationally recognized hub of innovation, inquiry, research and scholarship. This strategic plan continues its focus on Superior Research and Innovation, Engagement and Outreach, and Assessment and Effectiveness.

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TH E VI S I ON

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach will be an internationally recognized center for excellence in undergraduate research, innovation and scholarship, especially in the fields of aviation/aerospace, science and engineering, where every student engages in scholarly learning throughout their academic careers.

TH E M I SS I ON

To provide a diverse set of opportunities for all undergraduate students to enhance their education through engagement in research, inquiry, innovation and/or other scholarly projects.

TH E OBJ ECT IVES

To help students: • Apply critical thinking, ethics and information analyses in decision-making processes. • Understand the nature of research, investigation and scholarship. • Utilize discipline-based inquiry skills in their communities to create or understand new knowledge.

D IVE RS I TY, EQU I TY AND I NCLUS I ON STATEMENT

The Office of Undergraduate Research is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and strives to ensure equitable access to all resources and opportunities including providing appropriate training and development to student researchers, their mentors and our staff.

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TH E TH EMES

SUPERIOR RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH

ASSESSMENT AND EFFECTIVENESS

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01  | SUPE R I OR R ESEARCH AND I NNOVAT I ON

By 2023, the Office of Undergraduate Research will enhance its culture and output of superior student research and innovation by developing faculty mentors, increasing programming and promoting collaboration. Through these transformative experiences, graduates will prepare for roles as leaders and change-makers in a global society where problem-solving through inquiry, research, and innovation play a vital role.

ACT I ON I TEMS

Faculty Development

• Provide a comprehensive suite of faculty development resources including webinars, asynchronous modules, static tools, workshops and short courses including best practices for integrating scholarly learning pedagogies, inquiry and research practices into the curriculum.

Programming

• Develop and facilitate experiential learning and academic enrichment through a variety of comprehensive programs, initiatives and activities that empower students to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers and experienced researchers.

Collaboration

• Enhance collaboration with university stakeholders to increase Embry-Riddle’s visibility and position the University as the ultimate resource for industry and research solutions.

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B ENCHMARK ACT IVI T I ES

• National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

• Alumni Engagement • Annual Assessment • Annual Reporting • Beyond Undergraduate Research Journal • Coaching • Community Innovation Awards • Conferences • Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) • Cross-Campus Multidiscipline Senior Design/Capstone Projects • Discovery Day Research Symposium • Discover Research • Entrepreneurial Opportunities

• OUR Advisory Board • OUR Ambassadors • Peer Mentors • Professional Development

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