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Strategic Plan

Student-Centered Excellence, Life-Long Impact

The Division of Student Affairs advances student success by creating the conditions in which all students thrive academically, personally and professionally from enrollment through graduation and beyond.

Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Dr. Christine Reed Davis, the division launched its Strategic Plan: Student-Centered Excellence, Life-Long Impact in 2026-27. Over the next five years, the division will strengthen belonging, embed upstream wellbeing across the student experience, expand engagement in high-impact experiences that prepare students for post-graduation, and invest in the staff and partnerships that shape the student experience each day.

Because the plan is a living document, it will evolve as new objectives are solidified and existing efforts move forward. Student-Centered Excellence, Life-Long Impact centers around four strategic priorities that position Student Affairs to respond to the changing needs of today's students while continuing to shape the future of the Seahawk experience and advance the goals of UNCW's Strategic Plan: Soar Higher. 

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Our Mission

The Division of Student Affairs fosters a dynamic community that champions personal growth, learning and wellbeing. Through our dedicated staff and impactful opportunities, we empower students to thrive academically, personally and professionally at UNCW and beyond.

Our Vision

To elevate the Seahawk experience by cultivating transformative opportunities that empower every student to grow, learn, belong and succeed.

Strategic Priorities

Four students talking in front of a Seahawk statue Student Wellbeing & Belonging Build a coordinated campus wellbeing ecosystem and expand meaningful connections across the student lifecycle to support persistence, belonging and student success. Learn More
UNCW's annual Fall Career & Internship Fair Career Readiness Advance a coordinated career readiness ecosystem to ensure students graduate prepared for meaningful employment and continued learning in a rapidly changing workforce. Learn More
Painting on a canvas Staff Wellbeing & Development Invest in staff wellbeing, recognition, compensation alignment and professional pathways to sustain a thriving workforce. Learn More
INVOLVEMENT CARNIVAL, 2025 Operational Excellence Strengthen operational effectiveness through data-informed decision making, strategic alignment of resources and cross-campus collaboration. Learn More
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Elevating the Seahawk Experience