<p><a href=“http://www.northwestern.edu/strategic-plan/northwestern-university-strategic-plan-2011/index.html[/url]”>http://www.northwestern.edu/strategic-plan/northwestern-university-strategic-plan-2011/index.html</a></p>
<p>These are the 4 strategic pillars of the plan:</p>
<p>"Discover creative solutions
Inspiring research, new knowledge, and creative expression</p>
<p>We will work together through research and innovation to create solutions to problems that will improve lives, communities, and the world.</p>
<p>Integrate learning and experience
Extending the academic experience beyond the classroom</p>
<p>We will, more than ever before, integrate student learning with experiences in the world beyond the classroom.</p>
<p>Connect our community
Growing stronger through the richness of diversity</p>
<p>We will close the gap between intentions and outcomes to connect individuals from widely diverse backgrounds and life experiences to a truly inclusive community.</p>
<p>Engage with the world
Expanding our impact at home and abroad</p>
<p>We will, through strategic partnerships, engage locally, nationally, and internationally to heighten our global impact for the greater good."</p>