Priority 4
Community Engagement
Advance KCKCC to its next level of excellence and elevate the College’s presence in the community
GOAL 1 | Develop a broad network of engaged alumni
Initiatives
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Build, implement and maintain a robust alumni database
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Create and host regularly scheduled alumni events
3
Create and implement a comprehensive alumni communication plan
4
Create and implement plan to target alumni to join KCKCC committee and advisory boards
GOAL 2 | Cultivate and strengthen mutually beneficial partnerships with business and industry, and community stakeholders to enhance KCKCC’s ability to serve stakeholders
Initiatives
1
Create and show evidence of an active KCKCC Advisory Council
2
Establish a physical presence in downtown KCK with holistic services for KCKCC students and community
3
Partner with local businesses, schools, government entities and social-based organizations to increase educational access and opportunities in our community
4
Develop and implement a process to listen carefully and respond to community needs, concerns, and suggestions
GOAL 3: Launch Centennial Capital Campaign to expand offerings and opportunities for KCKCC students and community
Initiatives
1
Identify key College and community needs to be included in the creation of KCKCC’s Centennial Capital Campaign
2
Develop multi-level, multi-phase plan, with targeted objectives aligned to KCKCC’s Centennial Celebration
3
Create a comprehensive and staged Master Facilities Plan
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Establish a mechanism for program-specific funding sources for scholarships, equipment, etc.
GOAL 4 | Build community awareness and participation through branded marketing efforts
Initiatives
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Improve the outward facing website functions to allow community members ease of locating information
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Partner with local organizations to provide KCKCC support of local community events
3
Engage with community stakeholders in specific marketing campaigns to share the impact of KCKCC
4
Provide information to the community in multiple ways to break through communication challenges