UC Service Design Mini Grants

University College Dean's Office
Students giving a presentation

Project Summary

University College staff are collaborating in cross-functional teams to design and implement projects that improve student outcomes and strengthen their departments' impact. These staff-led initiatives empower employees to innovate within their roles, identify opportunities for improvement, and directly contribute to advancing the mission of student support and academic success.

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Project Goals

  • Improve Student Outcomes Through Innovative Solutions
    Empower staff to develop and implement projects that directly enhance student learning, engagement, retention, and success.

  • Foster a Culture of Collaboration and Creativity
    Encourage cross-team partnerships and creative problem-solving among University College staff.

  • Align Staff Projects with Unit and Institutional Priorities
    Ensure proposed initiatives support the strategic goals of University College and the broader mission of ASU.

  • Support Professional Growth and Ownership Among Staff
    Provide staff with opportunities to lead meaningful work, build new skills, and take initiative in advancing student support efforts.

  • Establish a Sustainable Model for Staff Innovation
    Develop tools, processes, and frameworks that make it easy for staff to propose, test, and scale impactful ideas.

  • Evaluate Impact and Share Results
    Track progress and outcomes of staff-led projects to assess effectiveness and inform future efforts.