Strategic Plan | School of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Strategic Plan

Pacific University's Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program is committed to developing exceptional critical thinkers who become leaders in their diverse communities. Our strategic plan (pdf) outlines the program’s road-map for 2024-2027, focusing on four primary objectives: fostering an inclusive learning environment, bridging theory with practice, developing leaders and advocates, and fostering a culture of collaboration and scholarship.

Vision

Changing practice by developing exceptional critical thinkers who become leaders in their diverse communities.

Mission

The mission of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders is to:

• develop a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce of collaborative professionals who are leaders in their communities;
• integrate science, theory, and the art of practice;
• inspire curiosity and cultivate critical thinking;
• promote the well-being of those we serve with humility and genuine care;
• curate authentic clinical experiences through reciprocal partnerships with diverse and underserved communities;
• advance scholarship to move the profession forward.

Values

Community | Equity | Compassion | Critical Inquiry | Advocacy | Lived Experiences