Proposal Template

Working Title of Submitted Proposal

Submitted by: Name(s) of students, council, club or organization submitting the proposal
All CUS student proposals must be approved by the SGA before being submitted. All SGA
approved proposals must be submitted to the Dean of Students.

Introduction a brief overview of your proposal, learning outcomes, and expectations on how
this proposal would enhance the student community. An introduction should give the reader a
thorough, but concise understanding of the proposal.

Purpose a brief outline of the purpose of the proposal. Is the proposal Mission appropriate? Is
the proposal in compliance with University policy and procedure? If the proposal involves a
recommended change to University policy or procedure, please indicate this in the introduction
as well. This section should include the appropriate Student Affairs Student Learning Outcomes
beginning on page two of this template.

Significance why is this issue important to students or the student experience? Approximately
how many students are or would be impacted by this proposal? What data do you have to support
your proposal (facts, surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)? This section should be about
student opinion, satisfaction, and factual student experience information.

Budget does your proposal have budgetary considerations? What is the itemized budget for
expenditures? Are there revenues associated with the budget? If needed, what funding sources
are you proposing are utilized?

Timeline is this proposal time-sensitive? Is there an implementation process? If an event,

please include the event schedule. Please note that any programs must follow the Student
Activities & Leadership policies and processes for events.

Conclusion a thorough, but concise summary of why you are submitting this proposal.

References as needed

Student Affairs Student Learning Outcomes

Transformative learning is reflected throughout the programs and services within the division of
student affairs at Immaculata University. To this end, it is our goal that students graduating from
Immaculata will be able to acquire a better developed understanding of self as demonstrated
within these learning outcomes.
1.
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b.

Students will discover Christian core values as evidenced by:

having an understanding and respect for values structures different than theirs
choosing to live by the Golden rule gaining and giving respect to those around them
1. ability to take initiative in making conscious decisions about their
own behavior which may impact their personal goals
2. developing and demonstrating ownership of a personal values
structure
1. Students will explore spirituality, meaning and purpose in their life as evidenced
by:
1. understanding the resources and support available for personal
religious and spiritual development
2. taking intentional steps towards a life-long process of faith and
spiritual formation
3. identifying experiences that transforms the students understanding
of their calling/vocation
4. recognizing that everyones faith journey is unique (global society)
5. integrating a congruence of mind, body and spirit into their
lifestyle
1. Students will learn and develop effective leadership skills as evidenced by:
1. demonstrating effective decision making and problem solving
2. comprehending formal administrative processes
3. leading effective meetings and programs

4. understanding leadership development, leadership training, and

leadership education
5. demonstrating the ability to work as part of team as well as
independent leader
6. an awareness of diverse student perspectives
7. evaluating, challenging, and advocating policies, procedures and
programs that affect their critical role in the Immaculata community
8. incorporating technology as an avenue of communication
1. Students will be able to identify and demonstrate an understanding and
appreciation of diversity as evidenced by:
1. choosing to discuss diversity
2. choosing to resist prejudice and racism
3. understanding the construct of social/economic privilege
4. choosing to respect others beliefs, cultures, ethnicity, and race
while developing a knowledge of their own
5. being exposed to and articulating knowledge and understanding of
various culturally diverse groups on campus through collaborative programs and
services
6. having an awareness of diverse student perspectives
7. understanding the Immaculata University society in which
numerous distinct ethnic, religious, and cultural groups co-exist within the
University
8. Affirming pluralism in a global society
1. Students will exercise their civic responsibility through the lens of peace and
justice as evidenced by:
1. understanding the Immaculata University society in which
numerous distinct ethnic, religious, and cultural groups co-exist within the
University
2. choosing to participate in local, state, and national elections
3. understanding the University student governance system and
participating in student self-governance within the IU community
4. cognoscente of social justice issues homelessness, poverty
5. choosing to participate in outreach programs and engaging in
community service projects
6. developing a sense of pride and care for Immaculata
7. developing informed opinions on local, state, national, and internal
issues
8. participating in the IU community
9. participating in campus wide initiatives aimed at improving
campus life

10. evaluating, challenging, and advocating policies, procedures and

programs that affect their critical role in the Immaculata community
11. demonstrating respect for the University and other individuals
property
1. Students will be able to identify healthy behaviors and lifestyle choices as
evidenced by:
1. making positive life decisions and healthy lifestyle choices
2. understanding the impact of alcohol and drugs on their personal
lives
3. developing positive and affirming relationships with peers,
significant others, and colleagues
4. exploring the need for self-development through community
resources such as counseling services, faith services, career services
5. distinguishing an ethical from an unethical decision
6. exhibiting ethical behaviors
7. promoting healthy behaviors in others
8. ability to take initiative to act responsibly and to make conscious
decisions about their own behavior