Strategic partnerships Opportunity to position Ithaca College as a partner for technology and data analytics vendors given their adoption of tools like Power BI, Drupal, Microsoft 365, and various cloud services. Propose bundled solutions for campus operations, student analytics, and digital transformation that align with their recent AI program development.
Digital campus The college has shown a readiness to adopt new apps and AI initiatives, demonstrated by Taskel and early AI program development. Target offerings in AI-assisted learning, student mentorship platforms, and campus-wide engagement apps to enhance academic success and retention.
Diversity and inclusion With a dedicated Title VI coordinator appointment and a stated focus on equity, inclusion, and belonging, there is an avenue to offer inclusive recruiting platforms, accessibility consulting, and employee engagement tools to support campus diversity initiatives.
Athletics & branding Existing recognition of student-athlete scholars suggests opportunities to offer performance analytics, recruiting optimization software, and digital marketing/branding services to elevate athletics programs and student-athlete visibility.
Sustainability and leadership Strong focus on transformation, leadership, and community impact indicates potential for social impact partnerships, sustainability reporting tools, and grant/funding management solutions to support mission-driven programs and external funding.