We need to understand the discrete elements of the program planning system before we bring all the pieces together. Identify the expected outcomes of the planning process, with an emphasis on organizational learning. That is, what we as members of UWEX gain from learning about the activities, capacities and resources offered by our colleagues. While evaluation and reporting per se are part of the planning process, the emphasis is on improving educational programs, and collegiality. Campus faculty tend to plan in small groups or as individuals, and focus on specific subject areas and topics.
Specialists have a range of commitments and concurrent activities.
Consequently they are involved in ongoing planning both for their own programming and with external partners. Input from campus faculty is essential to the issues identification and formation process. Campus planning activities should be closely connected to county planning both by informing the county process and by responding to county needs. County offices have a strong need for information from specialists on capacity, resources, and issues related to county priorities.