Forces Acting Together
Forces Acting Together Distinctions - Texas Woman’s is building Learn to Thrive TWU’s five-year strategic plan We are in the final year of a five-year plan to enhance the university, progressing on several fronts and setting the stage for Texas Woman’s to have an even greater impact on the state and beyond. In all, we employed 18 initiatives to help achieve our objectives, all of which are now woven into the fabric of the university. Women & Leadership At Texas Woman’s, thousands have found their voice and discovered the courage to lead. The university contributes knowledge and best practices that encourage women—and men—to lead, thrive and prosper in professional, organizational and community settings for the advancement of humanity. Health We are committed to the health of others, and the university is a leader in advancing the wellbeing of the human body and mind. Texas Woman’s brings healthcare leadership and dedicated practice to emerging economies and provides opportunities for students to experience other cultures and healthcare systems.
on its historic strengths as a leader in these areas. Experiential Learning From its inception, Texas Woman’s emphasized experiential learning with the university motto, “We learn to do by doing,” and today, the university recognizes the important connection between experience and learning. Texas Woman’s will provide opportunities for students to bridge theory with practice in higher education. Veterans In a state with nearly two million veterans, Texas Woman’s provides leadership and insight into improving the quality of life for veterans and their families. We support veteran students and celebrate the achievements of women in the military. Texas Woman’s serves those who served our country. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Founded as a woman’s college, Texas Woman’s evolved to serve other populations. The university today is consistently ranked as one of the most diverse universities in the U.S. Our divergent backgrounds offer rich perspectives that help students build confidence and leverage experiences that challenge the status quo. 3
