Other ventures involve research parks, a major information technology infrastructure, a physical plant of more than 580 buildings, historic Grounds, patents and licensing arrangements with venture capitalists, and a comprehensive set of placement, counseling, programming, and financial aid services for our students. All of these University units have demonstrated their desire to meet the changing needs of their customers. This responsiveness refiects the commitment and dedication of our employees. The University possesses a strong management team, experienced in coordinating the activities of a large and complex organization, and staff at all levels have the opportunity to master new skills, plan and implement changes in how we do business, and advance in their profession. In reducing bureaucracy and simplifying processes, we have created an institutional culture that nourishes innovation and values creative solutions.
Every position is important, and every individual is valued.
The expertise assembled at the University is an indication of our growing organizational maturity. The Strength to Follow Through Over the past decade, the University has demonstrated its ability to make the difficult decisions necessary for the long-term health of this institution. It has shown both a refusal to respond to fads and a willingness to make and to sustain bold decisions when they benefit those we serve. In doing so, we have created an organizational infrastructure that is strong yet flexible enough to respond to the challenges of the future.