M. BRIAN BLAKE
A new strategic planning process is taking place at Georgia State, and there are new initiatves currently underway to enhance the future of the university. Learn more about President Blake's immediate initiatives.
There have been many firsts in my year as Georgia State’s first African American president, but I am particularly proud to be at the helm during Georgia’s first official statewide recognition of Juneteenth. It’s a long-overdue recognition, and I’m so pleased to know that our university community has marked this important occasion for years. This year, the university will be closed on June 20 to reflect on the struggles of the past and celebrate the rich heritage and contributions of African Americans.
I’m always delighted to show off Georgia State’s stellar people, places and programs. So, I was extremely honored to greet Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of Belgium and her delegation June 6 as they toured our Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII). A bit of context and history: Princess Astrid’s visit to campus was part of the largest economic trade mission to visit Georgia since the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games..
There have been many firsts in my year as Georgia State’s first African American president, but I am particularly proud to be at the helm during Georgia’s first official statewide recognition of Juneteenth. It’s a long-overdue recognition, and I’m so pleased to know that our university community has marked this important occasion for years. This year, the university will be closed on June 20 to reflect on the struggles of the past and celebrate the rich heritage and contributions of African Americans.
I’m always delighted to show off Georgia State’s stellar people, places and programs. So, I was extremely honored to greet Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of Belgium and her delegation June 6 as they toured our Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII). A bit of context and history: Princess Astrid’s visit to campus was part of the largest economic trade mission to visit Georgia since the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games..
Four Pillars
COLLEGE TO CAREERS
IDENTITY AND PLACEMAKING
Initiatives
Our New Strategic Plan
As we begin a new strategic planning process at Georgia State, it’s a time to explore and discuss how the university can become an even stronger institution. As a result of our previous plan, Georgia State has made significant strides in many areas including supporting students and increasing graduation rates for all undergraduates, raising the level of research funding, and establishing new structures and programs that have launched academic excellence and culture. But we have not reached our full potential! Under the leadership of President M. Brian Blake, and with the talent and commitment of faculty and staff, we will draft a new plan using an inclusive and engaged process. As a premier urban research university, we have a crucial purpose within our state and beyond. With thoughts and voices from everyone in our university community, we will draft a strategic plan that provides a foundation for us to move Georgia State into the next decade of excellence.
-Dr. Nancy Kropf,
Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
