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EPIC: Empowering People. Inspiring Change.
Operations & Finance Strategic Plan, 2024–2029
Mission
As an integrated and passionate team, Operations & Finance collaborates, partners, and takes action to advance Western University’s full potential in teaching, research, community engagement, and social accountability. We innovate, adapt, and deliver exemplary services, facilities, and expertise to support Western’s strategic goals and impact locally, nationally, and globally.
Guiding Values
- Collaboration & Communication – Sharing diverse skills, ideas, and perspectives.
- Innovation – Encouraging creative thinking, adaptability, and experimentation.
- Integrity – Acting with honesty, ethics, and respect.
- Excellence – Striving for the highest standards of performance and achievement.
- Safety & Inclusion – Creating spaces where all people feel safe, valued, and included.
- Sustainability – Meeting today’s needs while ensuring the future for generations to come.
Strategic Commitments
Operations & Finance commits to:
- Caring for the environment and pursuing sustainability.
- Creating and caring for dynamic campus spaces and housing.
- Providing exemplary hospitality, retail, and student services.
- Innovating financial, risk management, and legal services.
- Empowering people and harnessing technology for impact.
- Building partnerships and optimizing resources for growth.
Collective Impact
The EPIC plan positions Operations & Finance as a driving force behind Western’s success, supporting students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community partners to thrive.