VSCS Merger Town Hall

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
 

OBJECTIVE: Using the recommendations of the Select Committee on the Future of Public Higher Education in Vermont as a guide, the VSCS will finalize a recommendation for a transformed organization, governance, and operational model that is fiscally sustainable and fulfills its mission of delivering an affordable, accessible, high quality, student-centered, workforce-relevant education for Vermonters in measured stages to be completed within five years.

PROPOSED MODEL:  The proposed model consists of two distinctive, complementary institutions: CCV with an expanded mission focused on entry-level postsecondary certificates, associate’s degrees and workforce education, and a combined entity incorporating the distinct attributes and strengths of CU, NVU, and VTC.  The transformed system will have an expanded core of system-wide approaches to administrative functions, system leadership through the Chancellor’s Office focused on external and inter-institutional functions, and a single governing board with strengthened oversight policies and culture. It will provide greater access to an affordable post-secondary education for Vermonters, including adult learners, through innovative and flexible delivery of programs and courses across the state.