12102 SVCC_Looking Back Moving Forward Booklet FINAL

Our students will be well-prepared for transfer to four-year colle
directly to work, and to become better citizens. Additionally, we
story through more effective messaging, branding, and market
We will strive to assure that our students conclude their time w
that is meaningful for their future. We will help our students vie
credential as a stepping-stone to acquiring another one.
While maintaining our focus on high quality standards, we will
in which we help students achieve those high standards. We wi
that create barriers to student success.
We will continue to invest in our human resources by providing
activities. We will practice inclusive and transparent communic
and encourage innovation and risk-taking.
We will make efficient and effective use of resources; expand de
our donor base. We will provide the resources needed to deli
assist each of our students in creating his or her life vision
Southside Virginia Communit
Meet and Greet the new SVCC President Al
Roberts and his wife, Janet at Estes Community
Center Event soon after taking office
Farewell AL ROBERTS…
1. Serve the Southside region as the leading provider
of quality academic and workforce services.
2. Assure regional economic vitality and individual pro
by tripling the number of credentials awarded.
3. Provide student-centered support services to promo
4. Develop its status as a premier place to work in the S
5. Provide resources to sustain and advance the Colleg
Southside Virginia Community College will . . .
One College, One
strategic plan 201
One College, One Mission
strategic plan 2015–2021
Southside Virginia Community College will . . .
1. Serve the Southside region as the leading provider
of quality academic and workforce services.
Our students will be well-prepared for transfer to four-year colleges and universities, to go
directly to work, and to become better citizens. Additionally, we will do a better job of telling our
story through more effective messaging, branding, and marketing.
2. Assure regional economic vitality and individual prosperity
by tripling the number of credentials awarded.
We will strive to assure that our students conclude their time with us having acquired a credential
that is meaningful for their future. We will help our students view the attainment of each
credential as a stepping-stone to acquiring another one.
3. Provide student-centered support services to promote success.
While maintaining our focus on high quality standards, we will examine and reinvent the ways
in which we help students achieve those high standards. We will identify and eliminate practices
that create barriers to student success.
4. Develop its status as a premier place to work in the Southside region.
We will continue to invest in our human resources by providing quality professional development
activities. We will practice inclusive and transparent communication; promote and value diversity;
and encourage innovation and risk-taking.
5. Provide resources to sustain and advance the College mission.
We will make efficient and effective use of resources; expand development activities; and grow
our donor base. We will provide the resources needed to deliver learning experiences that
assist each of our students in creating his or her life vision.
Southside Virginia Community College
"Al Roberts’ deep commitment to both education and
his community set him apart. Through his leadership and
service, he made the entire Southside region a better place
to live and work."
Peter Blake, Director
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia
“We salute Al's many years of dedication and
commitment to providing southern Virginians with access
to education and wish him all the best in his retirement.
Without question, Al's openness, honesty and candor have
helped establish a stronger SVCC/SVHEC partnership. For
that we are most grateful.”
Betty H. Adams, MBA, Ed.D.
Executive Director, Southern Virginia Higher Education Center
"Al has been a very good person to work with during
his tenure. He understood the needs of the community and
how best to achieve those needs. Al worked hard to put more
focus on those programs that helped families thrive while staying
part of the communities that Southside serves."
Frank M Ruff Jr.
15th Senate District
“Throughout his career, Dr. Roberts has proven to be
an outstanding advocate for Southside Virginia Community
College as well as one for the entire geographical region.
Robert F. Pecht, III
SVCC Foundation President
“For his entire career, Al’s leadership has inspired
confidence. Just like the faculty, Al considered our students
the College’s most important asset. He values his faculty both
in word and deed which makes SVCC a great place to teach.
We wish him the best but know he has ensured that the College
is on the path for continued success for years to come.”
Brent Richey
Associate Professor of Math, President of Faculty Senate
“Dr. Roberts leaves an indelible legacy at SVCC.
We shall miss him, but his dedication and commitment to our
mission and those we serve have been steadfast and their
impact will continue for years to come.”
Betsy B. Sharrett
Board Chair
Official photo of the outgoing President
and his wife, Janet
“Dr. Roberts’ ability to communicate, his sense of humor,
and his commitment to SVCC inspires students, and this gives
us a positive atmosphere to accomplish our goals.”
Keonte’ T. Wilson
SVCC Student