Mission, Vision, Values

The Department of Student Success Technologies at Purdue University supports student achievement by managing and enhancing digital platforms that streamline academic planning, advising, and success initiatives. Our team oversees key tools such as BoilerConnect, Smart Plan, Shovel, and other innovative technologies that empower students, advisors, and faculty to make informed decisions and stay on track.

Mission Statement

To empower the Purdue University community with innovative and reliable technologies that foster a proactive and collaborative approach to student success. We are dedicated to the effective management and enhancement of digital platforms that support academic advising, streamline degree planning, and provide actionable insights to students, faculty, and staff, thereby advancing the educational mission of the university.

Vision Statement

To be a national leader in the development and implementation of a holistic and data-informed digital ecosystem that anticipates student needs, removes technological barriers to academic achievement, and ensures every Boilermaker has a clear and personalized path to graduation and future success.

Values

  • Student-Centricity: We place the needs and experiences of our students at the forefront of all our technological endeavors, striving to create intuitive, accessible, and impactful tools that support their academic journey.
  • Collaboration: We build strong partnerships with students, advisors, faculty, and administrative staff to ensure our platforms meet the evolving needs of the campus community and foster a shared sense of ownership in student success.
  • Innovation: We continuously explore, develop, and implement cutting-edge technologies and data-driven solutions to enhance the effectiveness of our academic support systems and anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
  • Integrity: We are committed to the responsible and ethical management of student data, ensuring privacy, security, and accuracy in all our platforms and processes.
  • Excellence: We are dedicated to providing reliable, user-friendly, and well-supported technologies, holding ourselves to the highest standards of quality and service to advance the strategic goals of Purdue University.