NGRREC Strategic Goals

1. Build a financial base to fund the continuing operations of the Center.

2. Secure the necessary capital and complete construction of the field station.

3. Secure the necessary capital and complete construction of the education center.

4. Build / publish a corpus of research and scholarship (“product”) that is noteworthy for its quality and value.

5. Build a solid and mutually beneficial foundation of cooperative relationships with other river stakeholders that serve as a model for collaboration.

6. Establish highly effective educational programs that are closely integrated with the research and outreach missions.

7. Secure at least one major grant or contract for mission-related studies and / or services.

8. Create a high-level awareness of the Center and its expertise / programs among key river stakeholders and the scientific community worldwide.

9. Through educational, outreach, and other activities, demonstrate measurable improvements or other positive outcomes in river management and sustainability.

10. Build a Center organization that is efficient and effective in the critical functions of research, education, outreach, administration, development, and communications.

11. Complete and implement a detailed strategic plan.