1. PROPOSED REFINEMENT OF “SYSTEM STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES” SECTION
From: Representative O’Toole
Received: 8:08 a.m., Saturday, November 3, 2012
Strengths
1. The Board of Governors is supported by an effective,efficient,and professional staff,who
specialize in academic and student affairs,budget and finance,and public affairs. In this role
they creatively and efficiently explore opportunities for continuous improvements inthe SUS.
2. The control of the universities by local board members enables the State of Florida to offer a
multitude of excellent learning environments to students.
3. The ability of the Board to steer the operation,regulation, and the management of the entire
State University System (SUS) allows for the comprehensive coordination of multiple variables
when addressing Florida Higher education goals.
Weaknesses
1. Limitations on the ability of the Board to collectively analysis data and identify patterns
inhibit the decision making process; fully utilizing forward-thinking technologies could expedite
the process.
2. Over-centralization may hinder the ability of the board to innovate and function in an
environment of transformation.
3. The Board currently lacks the necessary data to assess the institutional performance of each
university. Obtaining a diverse array of performance and funding metrics is necessary to make
informed recommendations and decisions.