Common use of ASPIRATIONS Clause in Contracts

ASPIRATIONS. The Ministry recognizes the importance of supporting institutions to evolve and acknowledges the strategic aspirations of its postsecondary education institutions. The SMA is not intended to capture all decisions and issues in the postsecondary education system, as many will be addressed through the Ministry’s policies and standard processes. The Ministry will not be approving any requests for capital funding or new program approvals, for example, through the SMA process. The following five statements structure the Algoma University 2016-2021 Strategic Plan:  Algoma University will be a dynamic hub for community and student life, with spaces and activities that support inspired and engaged learning and a sense of pride.  Algoma University will offer an integrated suite of programming that is current, relevant, attractive and aligned with students’ expectations.  Algoma University will ▇▇▇▇▇▇ a culture of research and innovation that leverages existing strengths and produces an exceptional student experience, while contributing to the sustainability of the community and region.  Algoma University will be a recognized leader in Anishinaabe1 learning through partnerships, the incorporation of Anishinaabe language and culture throughout the institution and the fulfillment of our special mission.  Algoma University will be a talented community of lifelong learners in which students, faculty, staff and administration work together to engage in planning, professional development, and the generation of revenue that supports fiscal stability and clear institutional identity. In addition to these general aspirations:  Algoma University looks forward to working solely within the Quality Assurance Framework with the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance; currently the university’s legislation requires that approvals go through both the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance and the Postsecondary Education Quality Assessment Board.  Algoma University will continue to evolve and shift its undergraduate programming to respond to the future needs of our students, our northern university and college partners and our region.  Algoma University, though focused primarily on excellence in undergraduate education, aspires to offer a small selection of Masters-level programs that are critical for the economic and social development of our region.