FSU Strategic Direction 2021-2022
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Mission Statement
“The FSU is an organization committed to excellence in service and student support within the diverse student
community of Fanshawe College”
Objectives & Outcomes
The executive team has established a four-pillar structure for the objectives and outcomes for the 2021-2022
academic year, which includes: continuity, collaboration, communication, and community
Continuity
- Ensure and maintain new and ongoing student services
- Review and revise policies, and set dates for future policy review
- Improve and sustain mental health initiatives
- Increase inclusivity of diverse student groups on campus
- Presence and participation on college-wide committees and councils
- Increase candidacy base for all FSU elections
Collaboration
- Collaborate and develop partnerships with other Student Associations to affect positive changes for our
student memberships concerning local, provincial or national issues
- Improve student engagement in all FSU events and activities.
- Communicate and collaborate with residence advisors and staff on a regular basis.
- Provide team and organizational motivation, as well as professional development opportunities
Communication
- Increase communication with students from both FSU student leaders and staff
- Increase use and promotion of online events and live streaming of on-campus events with membership
- Develop innovative marketing and promotion techniques and best practices
- Increase student presence on social media content and increase use of video communication
Community
- Encourage FSU student leaders and staff to get involved in activities and event
- Fundraise and raise awareness for local charities
- Advocate for more on-campus employment opportunities for students
- Provide membership with inclusive and responsible activities and events
Role of Student Administrative Council
The Student Administrative Council (SAC) will review this document during training to ensure all goals and objectives fit within the direction of the FSU. SAC will approve this document annually, with changes made each year to reflect the current realities of the organization and the needs of its membership. SAC will evaluate its success in furthering these directions at the end of the year, prior to the adoption of the new strategic direction.
Role of Staff
Staff will be presented with the strategic direction of the FSU prior to September 1st, 2021. Staff will act as support for students and student leaders in achieving these objectives set forth.