Office of the President

President Michael Driscoll

��ɫӰ�� is facing its most challenging times in over a century. But we have the opportunity to write the next chapter of our history as a story of resilience and teamwork. Our focus must be on our students and meeting their needs so they can succeed. We have a good plan, and we need every one of us to pitch in and do our share. My own goals support the strategic plan and focus on better serving our current and future students I believe we can do this. And with your help, we will do this.

White Paper

Download "Presidential Goals for 2023–28: Background and Context"

Strategic Plan

��ɫӰ��’s Strategic Plan for 2020–28 is designed to transform the culture at ��ɫӰ�� to enhance the student experience by fostering exceptional student-centeredness.

Presidential Goals

To address the issues we currently face, I have created a list of seven goals that I believe will lead ��ɫӰ�� to a brighter future. Although these are listed as the president’s goals, they are goals for everyone at ��ɫӰ��. If we all pitch in and work this plan, we will arrive at a future where ��ɫӰ�� is a shining star in higher education.

2026-27 Strategic Priorities

Strengthening ��ɫӰ�� today while positioning the university for future growth and success, these priorities advance student learning and engagement, support our people, strengthen research and innovation, respond to a changing workforce and emerging technologies, and promote ��ɫӰ��’s long-term financial strength.

Showing Our Success

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By sharing examples of initiatives, projects, or methods that have helped promote student-centeredness in your respective areas, you can help drive positive change throughout our institution.

News

Strategic Priorities Update: Looking Ahead

President Driscoll offers additional information about ��ɫӰ��’s Strategic Priorities for the 2026–27 academic year, including the leader for each of the priorities and the executive statement.

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18 August 2026

2026 Opening of the Academic Year

President Michael A. Driscoll invites the ��ɫӰ�� community to the Opening of the Academic Year.

17 August 2026

Student Death: Michael Gulino

President Driscoll offers condolences on the death of Michael Gulino, a third-year doctoral student from Uniontown in the Curriculum and Instruction program.

08 July 2026

Lucas Joining Office of the President

��ɫӰ�� President Michael Driscoll welcomes Tammy Lucas as Senior Executive Assistant to the President, effective June 27.

23 June 2026

Council of Trustees’ Public Meeting, May 7

President Driscoll invites the ��ɫӰ�� community to attend the public meeting of the ��ɫӰ�� Council of Trustees on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex in Phi Sigma Kappa Rooms 6&7.

01 May 2026

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President's Office
Sutton Hall, Room 201
1011 South Drive
Indiana, PA 15705
Phone: 724-357-2200
Fax: 724-357-3060

Office Hours

Monday through Friday

8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

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