Mission
The Strategy & Operations Department drives advancement in the Division of Academic Innovation (DAI) by:
- Fostering a collaborative culture that engages both internal and external stakeholders
- Streamlining processes
- Engaging in strategic planning
- Enhancing the division's brand
Vision
We will support the DAI's efforts to adapt to the continuously evolving trends within higher education. Through strategic planning, we will ensure that the DAI’s priorities and initiatives align with the broader missions of the campus and university.
What We Do
The Strategy & Operations Department advances the DAI's efforts by executing and guiding strategic projects. We collaborate with university personnel at all levels to support the development of high-impact educational processes that empower our students to achieve their goals. Utilizing problem-solving tools like design thinking, we address both broad and targeted organizational opportunities, ensuring alignment with the DAI's Mission and Vision.
Some of Our Initiatives
- Canvas Impact implementation for ERAU-W
- 2024 DAI Virtual Conference for staff and faculty
- Ed Tech Summit with Yellowdig
- Implementation of a Team of Teams organizational process for collaborative projects
- Established a bi-monthly, all-hands forum
- New public website
- Creation of an employee portal/intranet hub
- Job shadowing
- Open House initiative to build networks between the DAI and other university departments
- Establishing community service opportunities, including a VA food drive