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CONNECT WITH OUR COMMUNITY
As a regional public university, Christopher Newport will enhance the overall quality of life in the Peninsula, Hampton Roads and the Commonwealth. CNU will integrate with the community as an educational, cultural, societal, and economic hub of excellence.
The University will be a resource for residents who seek learning opportunities and for organizations who seek assistance in solving complex problems and capitalizing on unique opportunities. To model civic responsibility, we will directly serve our community through research activity, community-engaged learning, and collaborative partnerships.
CNU will be a major contributor to the regional economy, through the fostering of internship and service opportunities that create talent pipelines to reinforce the local workforce.
As a hub for the performing and visual arts, the Ferguson Center for the Arts, the Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center, and academic arts programs will provide an important cultural benefit for the entire region.
Athletic excellence will foster community spirit, bolster the economy and serve as a rallying point for Captains for Life and dedicated CNU supporters.
Goal 1 - Leverage resources and learning opportunities to support students, alumni, and the broader community in research, problem-solving, and growth.
Expand degree and credential completion opportunities to meet the needs of non-traditional learners.
Offer professional development programs, research partnerships, opportunities, and contract courses to meet the needs of community members and business and organization leaders.
Increase the participation in a comprehensive lifelong learning and continuing education program.
Goal 2 - Significantly contribute to the economy and workforce, and collaborate with the Peninsula, the Hampton Roads region, and the Commonwealth for employment, internship, service, and leadership-development opportunities.
Enhance regional talent pipelines by developing students who choose to remain in Virginia after graduation.
Improve and grow relationships and educational opportunities with employers and community agencies to increase work-based learning opportunities.
Prepare a growing number of graduates with leadership skills that benefit Virginia and beyond.
Increase the number of students, faculty, and staff who participate in community engaged learning and service.
Goal 3 - Be a leading, nationally recognized cultural and arts campus, benefitting the Peninsula, the Hampton Roads region, and the Commonwealth.
Leverage the School of Arts to provide a centralized, dedicated environment for encouraging creativity, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Foster collaboration among the Ferguson Center for the Arts, the Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center, and the School of Arts to leverage offerings to internal and external audiences.
Identify opportunities to expand community engagement through shows, exhibits, camps, and continuing educational opportunities.
Goal 4 - Commit to athletic excellence that will serve the community, foster community spirit, bolster the economy, and serve as a rallying point for alumni and other supporters.
Ensure that CNU remains in the top 10% of NCAA Division III Athletic Programs as defined by the results of the Learfield Cup.
Explore opportunities to expand athletic camps, tournaments, and prospect camps introducing a broader array of potential students to CNU.
Enhance the campus culture and develop opportunities for students, alumni, family, and friends to engage with intercollegiate athletics and campus recreation.