The annual goals are based on the the five College strategic initiatives as identified
in theCollege Strategic Plan. Goals are developed and reviewed annually, based on stakeholder input and feedback,
student success data, and emerging trends in higher education.
Increase the 3-year program completion rate by new student cohort for First time/full-time
Black/African American Students from 11.9% to 13.0% (2% below NCCBP). Continue to
participate in activities of ILEA and Equity Academy with Aspen Institute
Increase the number of courses offered in an 8 week or less format by 10%
Develop online new-student orientation and introduction to online learning video
New and redesigned programs & offerings
Cyber Security
Competency based ECE- in progress
Horticulture/AGR/ Landscape redesign
Manufacturing redesign
Certified Medical Assistant, including accreditation
Cannabis Certificate
Reduce the cost of textbooks for students by:
Increasing the number of courses using Open Educational Resources and Inclusive Access
by 10%, from 54 to 59.
Increase course completer success in core areas for fall term to 2% below the National
Community College Benchmark
College Composition II- from 74.8% to 80.6%
College Algebra- from 70.3% to 75.8%
Increase Math and English remediation & college success for fall term to 2% below
the National Community College Benchmark
Remedial English completer success- from 68.3% to 75.6%
First College English completer success- from 74.7% to 80.7%
Increase online completer success rate for fall term (No AE or Developmental) from
78.4% to 79.2%
Increase radiology graduates licensure pass rates from 77% to 85%
Strengthen relationships with business members on advisory committees
Develop plan to assist student with job placement after graduation
Develop a plan for connecting the Foundation and Advisory Committee Members
Develop a nursing pathway and planning guide for direct program entry from high school
Increase the number of full-time Hispanic/Latinx employees demographics from 1.4%
to 5% of employees
Explore alternative and remote work opportunities for employees
Complete the Employee Handbook
Redesign HR Portal
Right size organization for anticipated revenue/expenditures for FY22
Kody's Cupboard Food Pantry, along with assistance from Kishwaukee College Phi Theta Kappa members, organized and distributed Thanksgiving meal starter kits to approximately 40 Kish students.
Chase Littlefield (DeKalb HS) is currently 8-0 for the Kougars this season in the fast-paced strategy card game "Hearthstone." Kish's new Esports program is looking to build upon plenty of initial success.