Strategic Plan 2025-2030
Strategic Plan Champions
Dr. J. Lee Brown, Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff, provides leadership and oversight on the implementation of the strategic plan, including performance reporting. Each strategic priority has champions who are responsible for strategy implementation to achieve performance objectives.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1: STUDENT LEARNING AND SUCCESS
Elizabeth City State University will increase retention and graduation rates by implementing a comprehensive student success strategy that integrates rigorous academics, personalized support, and innovative real-world and global learning experiences that elevate student progress, completion, and graduate success.
DR. ROBERT CORLEY III
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
DR. KEVIN WADE
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
JAMES DUBOSE, JR.
Athletic Director
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2: INNOVATIVE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND GROWTH
By 2030, Elizabeth City State University will accelerate strategic growth by launching innovative, future-focused academic offerings that integrate career readiness, experiential learning, and entrepreneurial thinking across all disciplines, driving enrollment to meet evolving workforce and societal needs.
DR. ROBERT CORLEY III
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
JAMAR JONES
Chief Information Officer
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3: GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, & LEARN
By 2030, Elizabeth City State University, in partnership with local and regional communities, will enrich the campus experience by attracting and developing top talent, fostering belonging, and amplifying the university’s stature. We will exemplify service and invest in safe spaces, opportunities, and a vibrant culture that supports academic excellence, employee growth, and a thriving environment for all.
DARRYL BASS
Interim Chief Human Resources Officer
REGINA RUDISILL
General Counsel
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4: STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & ADVANCEMENT
By 2030, Elizabeth City State University will deepen partnerships with community, industry, military and alumni to expand workforce pathways, enrollment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and public service. These collaborations will strengthen our financial foundation, grow the endowment, and eliminate financial barriers to students’ graduation—ensuring lasting opportunity and economic growth across the region.
LADANIEL GATLING
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement & Executive Director, ECSU Foundation
MICHELLE SHAVER
Chief Communications and Marketing Officer
