Strategic Plan Champions
Champions

Dr. J. Lee Brown, Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff, provides leadership and oversight on the implementation of the strategic plan, including performance reporting. Each strategic priority has champions who are responsible for strategy implementation to achieve performance objectives.

Elizabeth City State University will increase retention and graduation rates by implementing a comprehensive student success strategy that integrates rigorous academics, personalized support, and innovative real-world and global learning experiences that elevate student progress, completion, and graduate success.



By 2030, Elizabeth City State University will accelerate strategic growth by launching innovative, future-focused academic offerings that integrate career readiness, experiential learning, and entrepreneurial thinking across all disciplines, driving enrollment to meet evolving workforce and societal needs.


By 2030, Elizabeth City State University, in partnership with local and regional communities, will enrich the campus experience by attracting and developing top talent, fostering belonging, and amplifying the university’s stature. We will exemplify service and invest in safe spaces, opportunities, and a vibrant culture that supports academic excellence, employee growth, and a thriving environment for all.


By 2030, Elizabeth City State University will deepen partnerships with community, industry, military and alumni to expand workforce pathways, enrollment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and public service. These collaborations will strengthen our financial foundation, grow the endowment, and eliminate financial barriers to students’ graduation—ensuring lasting opportunity and economic growth across the region.



