Not impressed with Neeli after almost two years…. Not sure she has done much of anything so being chief of staff suggests he’s done even less. So, that beer must be warm because this ain’t aging well.
“Faculty Senate hears leadership updates on University’s operations and future” (“great at scale”)
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Plus stop the charade that We Are…About Academics!
“What is this bloat you speak of?”On a related note:
Q&A on the budget allocation model: Penn State’s road map for the future
Top frequently asked questions on the budget allocation model
“1. Will the University share more transparent information about how the budget allocations are determined?
The budget allocation model is based on a multitude of factors, including student head count, student credit hours, tuition and research expenditures. The budget allocation model uses these inputs to determine the distribution of resources that the University has among its colleges, campuses and units. In 2023, the University shared the new budget allocation approach and how the model works — including the various revenue sources that Penn State uses to fund college, campus and unit allocations — starting with the fiscal year 2023-24 and 2024-25 budgets.
In December, the 2025-26 fiscal year budget allocations were shared with budget executives across the University, who had the opportunity to review the numbers, what goes into the model, the data inputs that determine allocations, and the distribution of subvention funds. Like every year, unit leaders will continue to make decisions about their area’s budget and planning and will use the budget allocation to help inform decisions about strategic investments, personnel and other priorities.“
”6. Are you looking at bloat in the central administration for cuts as well?
The University is examining a variety of opportunities and strategies to reduce expenses and expects every unit to examine their areas and consider if there are opportunities to reduce costs to better support the mission and student success. As has been shared, for the fiscal year 2025-26 budget, Penn State has reduced the total allocation across all administrative and student support units by $29 million. The central administrative units also cut $15.7 million from their current budgets compared to the fiscal year 2022-23 budget. This is a permanent reduction for central administrative units that will not need to be cut from academic units.“
We’re well on our way.
True. Do you think Kenny will insult Harvard donors? Somehow I doubt it. #psu_plebians
On a related note:
Q&A on academic program review: Penn State’s road map for the future
Top frequently asked questions on the Academic Program and Portfolio Review
“2. What will the role of the consultant be?
The University will engage a consultant in an advisory capacity and is currently in the RFP process to request proposals, which will be evaluated by the Faculty Senate Council and a core team that will engage with the consultant throughout the APPR process. Using a rubric that will be developed, recommendations will be shared with the steering committee to select the consultant.
Penn State is engaging a consultant to offer guidance and recommendations throughout this process; they will not have decision-making responsibilities. The University’s internal team will lead the project and make decisions in accordance with a collaboratively developed decision-making process. The scope of the external consultant’s work will focus on benchmarking, data gathering and analysis, and they will:
”6. Is the elimination of academic programs on the table?
The outcomes of this process will likely include recommendations to leave programs unimpacted, create new programs, make changes to existing programs and to eliminate programs, among other options. However, until this process is further along, it is too early to say whether or how specific academic programs will be impacted. The aim of this effort is academic innovation and to leverage our strengths as a University to continue be a leader in the coming decades. We want to make sure that Penn State is offering the right mix of residential, online and blended programs — where demand exists — that align with the University’s mission and that address the preferences and needs of students, society, and employers locally, regionally and nationally. To create a sustainable program portfolio, we will look at what programs are being offered, where they are offered and how they are delivered. Programs will capitalize on the strengths of Penn State’s world-class faculty and align with the University’s research strengths.“
Q&A on academic program review: Penn State’s road map for the future
Top frequently asked questions on the Academic Program and Portfolio Review
“2. What will the role of the consultant be?
The University will engage a consultant in an advisory capacity and is currently in the RFP process to request proposals, which will be evaluated by the Faculty Senate Council and a core team that will engage with the consultant throughout the APPR process. Using a rubric that will be developed, recommendations will be shared with the steering committee to select the consultant.
Penn State is engaging a consultant to offer guidance and recommendations throughout this process; they will not have decision-making responsibilities. The University’s internal team will lead the project and make decisions in accordance with a collaboratively developed decision-making process. The scope of the external consultant’s work will focus on benchmarking, data gathering and analysis, and they will:
- Provide expertise and bandwidth to objectively and efficiently deliver the review processes
- Provide market data and peer benchmarking
- Support the development of measurements and metrics to assess existing (including newly started) and future programs
- Take a University-wide approach to assess current and future offerings to maximize Penn State’s impact and mission”
”6. Is the elimination of academic programs on the table?
The outcomes of this process will likely include recommendations to leave programs unimpacted, create new programs, make changes to existing programs and to eliminate programs, among other options. However, until this process is further along, it is too early to say whether or how specific academic programs will be impacted. The aim of this effort is academic innovation and to leverage our strengths as a University to continue be a leader in the coming decades. We want to make sure that Penn State is offering the right mix of residential, online and blended programs — where demand exists — that align with the University’s mission and that address the preferences and needs of students, society, and employers locally, regionally and nationally. To create a sustainable program portfolio, we will look at what programs are being offered, where they are offered and how they are delivered. Programs will capitalize on the strengths of Penn State’s world-class faculty and align with the University’s research strengths.“
“2. What will the role of the consultant be?
The University will engage a consultant in an advisory capacity and is currently in the RFP process to request proposals, which will be evaluated by the Faculty Senate Council and a core team that will engage with the consultant throughout the APPR process. Using a rubric that will be developed, recommendations will be shared with the steering committee to select the consultant.
Penn State is engaging a consultant to offer guidance and recommendations throughout this process; they will not have decision-making responsibilities. The University’s internal team will lead the project and make decisions in accordance with a collaboratively developed decision-making process. The scope of the external consultant’s work will focus on benchmarking, data gathering and analysis, and they will:
- Provide expertise and bandwidth to objectively and efficiently deliver the review processes
- Provide market data and peer benchmarking
- Support the development of measurements and metrics to assess existing (including newly started) and future programs
- Take a University-wide approach to assess current and future offerings to maximize Penn State’s impact and mission”
No, it’s multiple things. 1- to remove the bias of PSU employees to the process
2- allow them to sell the changes like closing/shrinking campuses/majors to the stake holders, faculty senate, the PA legislature, etc because it is from a third party
3- as a consultant you can ask the hard questions unincombered by pissing off your boss or someone who can retaliate. You can also get demographic information to support your conclusions like duplicity of academic institutions in geographic area, etc.
Might sctually be cheaper than doing in house.
No offense to our faculty members. ICA has operated outside the educational budgets and is self supporting, their play to get funds from ICA and table the renovation are frustrating. Sounds like they want to protect their membership at all costs. I did like idea of admin salaries taking larger hit. One other thought is if departments are downsized shouldn’t admin also be downsized?
Who do you think is taking on the debt to fund the stadium renovation?
Provide expertise and bandwidth to objectively and efficiently deliver the review processes
I mean, after all, what's expertise without bandwidth? This consultant is gonna be FIRE!
Get the consultant working in Beaver Stadium.
I disagree it depends on client, I was giving my opinion from what I read. In this case I think Penn State admin is looking for an outsider to tell them perhaps what they know or want but provide justification without the bias the faculty or any internal review would do.
Phase two of vision, strategic planning poised to begin
With the appointment of new stewardship teams, the University will develop institutional objectives, key performance indicators and implementation framework to develop a new strategic plan
“The following story provides an update on phase two of the multi-year effort to implement President Neeli Bendapudi’s vision and presidential goals.
At a glance:
Phase two will determine institutional-level objectives, key performance indicators, strategies and implementation framework for the University’s next strategic plan, with proposals expected to be shared in summer 2024.
Leads have been appointed to drive strategic planning work forward across initial goal areas, and strategic objective groups will be assembled and charged with facilitating feedback from the Penn State community.
Robust community input will be sought, including opportunities for Penn Staters to share their thoughts and suggestions on the phase-two work in the summer and fall of 2024.”
From Law & Order:
McCoy: Ask me how I sleep at night.
Rubirosa: How do you sleep at night?
McCoy: Like a baby.
With the appointment of new stewardship teams, the University will develop institutional objectives, key performance indicators and implementation framework to develop a new strategic plan
“The following story provides an update on phase two of the multi-year effort to implement President Neeli Bendapudi’s vision and presidential goals.
At a glance:
Phase two will determine institutional-level objectives, key performance indicators, strategies and implementation framework for the University’s next strategic plan, with proposals expected to be shared in summer 2024.
Leads have been appointed to drive strategic planning work forward across initial goal areas, and strategic objective groups will be assembled and charged with facilitating feedback from the Penn State community.
Robust community input will be sought, including opportunities for Penn Staters to share their thoughts and suggestions on the phase-two work in the summer and fall of 2024.”
From Law & Order:
McCoy: Ask me how I sleep at night.
Rubirosa: How do you sleep at night?
McCoy: Like a baby.
Bendapudi calls for additional investment in Penn State at Pa. House hearing
President Bendapudi also urges General Assembly to work with state higher education leaders to establish performance-based funding model for Pennsylvania public universities
“HARRISBURG, Pa. — Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi urged state lawmakers to increase the University’s state funding for the first time in five years and encouraged them to implement a performance-based funding model for the state’s public universities during a hearing today (Feb. 29) of the House Appropriations Committee in Harrisburg.
Bendapudi was joined at the appropriations hearing for Pennsylvania’s state-related universities by Lincoln University President Brenda Allen, Temple University President Richard Englert, and University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel.
In her testimony, Bendapudi highlighted Penn State’s significant, positive impact across the commonwealth. From providing an accessible and affordable education that is recognized worldwide for its high quality; to solving complex challenges and generating new knowledge through the University’s world-class research enterprise; to serving local communities through resources like Penn State Extension, Invent Penn State and Penn State Health, Bendapudi said Penn State’s nearly 170-year partnership with the commonwealth continues to return huge dividends for Pennsylvanians.
“Penn State is a globally recognized, high-quality, cutting-edge institution that is a valuable asset to the commonwealth and the country, providing billions of dollars in economic impact every year,” Bendapudi said.
In particular, with almost 400,000 alumni living and working in Pennsylvania, and with more than 50,000 Pennsylvania residents enrolled across all campuses and levels of education, Bendapudi said Penn State is uniquely positioned to help Pennsylvania retain its young talent and remain competitive on the national and global stages.
Bendapudi also told lawmakers that despite its statewide impact and despite educating more Pennsylvania resident students than any other public, four-year university in the state, Penn State remains the lowest-funded university in the commonwealth on a per-student basis — an imbalance that she is eager to work with the General Assembly and governor to address.”
President Bendapudi also urges General Assembly to work with state higher education leaders to establish performance-based funding model for Pennsylvania public universities
“HARRISBURG, Pa. — Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi urged state lawmakers to increase the University’s state funding for the first time in five years and encouraged them to implement a performance-based funding model for the state’s public universities during a hearing today (Feb. 29) of the House Appropriations Committee in Harrisburg.
Bendapudi was joined at the appropriations hearing for Pennsylvania’s state-related universities by Lincoln University President Brenda Allen, Temple University President Richard Englert, and University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel.
In her testimony, Bendapudi highlighted Penn State’s significant, positive impact across the commonwealth. From providing an accessible and affordable education that is recognized worldwide for its high quality; to solving complex challenges and generating new knowledge through the University’s world-class research enterprise; to serving local communities through resources like Penn State Extension, Invent Penn State and Penn State Health, Bendapudi said Penn State’s nearly 170-year partnership with the commonwealth continues to return huge dividends for Pennsylvanians.
“Penn State is a globally recognized, high-quality, cutting-edge institution that is a valuable asset to the commonwealth and the country, providing billions of dollars in economic impact every year,” Bendapudi said.
In particular, with almost 400,000 alumni living and working in Pennsylvania, and with more than 50,000 Pennsylvania residents enrolled across all campuses and levels of education, Bendapudi said Penn State is uniquely positioned to help Pennsylvania retain its young talent and remain competitive on the national and global stages.
Bendapudi also told lawmakers that despite its statewide impact and despite educating more Pennsylvania resident students than any other public, four-year university in the state, Penn State remains the lowest-funded university in the commonwealth on a per-student basis — an imbalance that she is eager to work with the General Assembly and governor to address.”
We are making progress. 
Penn State Smeal honored with business school diversity award
“UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State Smeal College of Business Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs (DEP) has been recognized with the 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award by Insight Into Diversity magazine, a leading publication dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education.
This award celebrates institutions that actively cultivate inclusive environments, particularly by supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds as they pursue careers in the dynamic field of business.
Joining an esteemed cohort of 27 other recipients, Smeal's Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs will feature in the April 2024 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine, shining a spotlight on its significant contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in business education. Insight Into Diversity selected winners of the Inspiring Programs in Business Award based on their efforts to inspire and empower a new generation of young professionals to consider careers in business through mentoring, teaching, research and successful programs and initiatives.“
Penn State Smeal honored with business school diversity award
“UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State Smeal College of Business Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs (DEP) has been recognized with the 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award by Insight Into Diversity magazine, a leading publication dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education.
This award celebrates institutions that actively cultivate inclusive environments, particularly by supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds as they pursue careers in the dynamic field of business.
Joining an esteemed cohort of 27 other recipients, Smeal's Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs will feature in the April 2024 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine, shining a spotlight on its significant contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in business education. Insight Into Diversity selected winners of the Inspiring Programs in Business Award based on their efforts to inspire and empower a new generation of young professionals to consider careers in business through mentoring, teaching, research and successful programs and initiatives.“
It is a shame that a university as large and diversified as PSU doesn't have a competent business school to perform whatever this consultant will...
PSU Leadership....has attained success in #1 ranking for student tuition costs....near the bottom of academic rankings....millions of dollars over budget....hands out millions of dollars to "victims" without actual vetting....proud to give large compensation increase without defined goals while school is taking large operating cost cutting measures....hasn't won a football MNC in 37 years!
Inspiring Programs in Business Award | Insight Into DiversityWe are making progress.
Penn State Smeal honored with business school diversity award
“UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State Smeal College of Business Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs (DEP) has been recognized with the 2024 Inspiring Programs in Business Award by Insight Into Diversity magazine, a leading publication dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education.
This award celebrates institutions that actively cultivate inclusive environments, particularly by supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds as they pursue careers in the dynamic field of business.
Joining an esteemed cohort of 27 other recipients, Smeal's Office of Diversity Enhancement Programs will feature in the April 2024 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine, shining a spotlight on its significant contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in business education. Insight Into Diversity selected winners of the Inspiring Programs in Business Award based on their efforts to inspire and empower a new generation of young professionals to consider careers in business through mentoring, teaching, research and successful programs and initiatives.“
The 2024 Insight Into Diversity Inspiring Programs in Business Award recognizes programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in business schools and beyond.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY
- Higher Education Accredited Business Schools
- Companies
- Business Organizations
- Nonprofits
WHAT WILL THE WINNERS RECEIVE
- Free, high-resolution downloadable logo to use for marketing, grant applications, fundraising, etc.
- Matte press release announcing your honor
- Your award-winning program will be profiled in the April 2024 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine
Phase two of vision, strategic planning poised to begin
With the appointment of new stewardship teams, the University will develop institutional objectives, key performance indicators and implementation framework to develop a new strategic plan
“The following story provides an update on phase two of the multi-year effort to implement President Neeli Bendapudi’s vision and presidential goals.
At a glance:
Phase two will determine institutional-level objectives, key performance indicators, strategies and implementation framework for the University’s next strategic plan, with proposals expected to be shared in summer 2024.
Leads have been appointed to drive strategic planning work forward across initial goal areas, and strategic objective groups will be assembled and charged with facilitating feedback from the Penn State community.
Robust community input will be sought, including opportunities for Penn Staters to share their thoughts and suggestions on the phase-two work in the summer and fall of 2024.”
View attachment 535214
From Law & Order:
McCoy: Ask me how I sleep at night.
Rubirosa: How do you sleep at night?
McCoy: Like a baby.
From Mad Men:
Hippie: How do you sleep at night?
Don Draper:
Phase two of vision, strategic planning poised to begin
With the appointment of new stewardship teams, the University will develop institutional objectives, key performance indicators and implementation framework to develop a new strategic plan
“The following story provides an update on phase two of the multi-year effort to implement President Neeli Bendapudi’s vision and presidential goals.
At a glance:
Phase two will determine institutional-level objectives, key performance indicators, strategies and implementation framework for the University’s next strategic plan, with proposals expected to be shared in summer 2024.
Leads have been appointed to drive strategic planning work forward across initial goal areas, and strategic objective groups will be assembled and charged with facilitating feedback from the Penn State community.
Robust community input will be sought, including opportunities for Penn Staters to share their thoughts and suggestions on the phase-two work in the summer and fall of 2024.”
View attachment 535214
From Law & Order:
McCoy: Ask me how I sleep at night.
Rubirosa: How do you sleep at night?
McCoy: Like a baby.
Compensation Modernization initiative concludes with $60 million investment in staff salaries
Finalized staff salaries can now be viewed in Workday
”UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State has concluded its Compensation Modernization initiative with a $60 million investment to better align staff salaries with new, market-informed salary grades.
The Compensation Modernization initiative’s end marks the beginning of Penn State’s new classification and compensation program, designed to maintain the University’s position as an employer of choice.
“I am thrilled to see the implementation of our new classification and compensation program coming to fruition, and the University’s historic investment in staff salaries makes this occasion especially significant,” said Jennifer Wilkes, vice president for Human Resources and chief human resources officer. “There is a lot more to look forward to as we continue to build out our staff classification and compensation plan. In the future we will be unveiling new career development resources and introducing our annual promotion process this fall.”“
We Are!…Compensating!
Finalized staff salaries can now be viewed in Workday
”UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State has concluded its Compensation Modernization initiative with a $60 million investment to better align staff salaries with new, market-informed salary grades.
The Compensation Modernization initiative’s end marks the beginning of Penn State’s new classification and compensation program, designed to maintain the University’s position as an employer of choice.
“I am thrilled to see the implementation of our new classification and compensation program coming to fruition, and the University’s historic investment in staff salaries makes this occasion especially significant,” said Jennifer Wilkes, vice president for Human Resources and chief human resources officer. “There is a lot more to look forward to as we continue to build out our staff classification and compensation plan. In the future we will be unveiling new career development resources and introducing our annual promotion process this fall.”“
We Are!…Compensating!
Why not be honest about it and say the following: 'We, the PSU admins, have figured out a new way to fleece the state, students and lower paid workers by making sure we at the top are justly compensated for our lack of efficiency, strategic thinking for the good of PSU and fake compassion for students. Neener-neener"!!!!Compensation Modernization initiative concludes with $60 million investment in staff salaries
Finalized staff salaries can now be viewed in Workday
”UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State has concluded its Compensation Modernization initiative with a $60 million investment to better align staff salaries with new, market-informed salary grades.
The Compensation Modernization initiative’s end marks the beginning of Penn State’s new classification and compensation program, designed to maintain the University’s position as an employer of choice.
“I am thrilled to see the implementation of our new classification and compensation program coming to fruition, and the University’s historic investment in staff salaries makes this occasion especially significant,” said Jennifer Wilkes, vice president for Human Resources and chief human resources officer. “There is a lot more to look forward to as we continue to build out our staff classification and compensation plan. In the future we will be unveiling new career development resources and introducing our annual promotion process this fall.”“
We Are!…Compensating!
