United States, Georgia, Lowndes County, Valdosta, Valdosta State UniversityBailey, Hugh C.1998-06-30In 1997-98, Valdosta State University focused its efforts on quality enhancement, regional service, and strategic planning to improve institutional effectiveness. At VSU, quality and effectiveness have been accepted as values within a learning community perspective. New curricula, new admission standards, and enhanced use of technology were important aspects of the University's development. These endeavors are consistent with the goals of the University System of Georgia and with the criteria required by regional and disciplinary accrediting organizations. VSU has also stressed collaboration with its 2-year partner institutions, applied research by faculty and their students, and promotion of an awareness of global issues. Advanced technology has challenged faculty and students to create new ways of teaching, learning, and transacting business. The following summary reflects some of the more specific activities that resulted from these organizational values and perspectives.application/pdfengValdosta, Ga. : Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collectionshttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/vsu-par1997-1998UA 2-1-03-A-2 Box 11Valdosta State UniversityCollege publicationsCorporation reportsCollege presidentsPresident's Annual Report, 1997-1998Text