Momentum 2015 Imperatives
During the Momentum 2015 planning process, 12 crucial points were identified that will enable Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi to reach its goals. These imperatives are the pathway to becoming a major doctoral degree granting institution with an expanded research mission. This pathway will also lead the University to significant enrollment growth.
The University already enjoys national recognition through its first-year learning communities program and a burgeoning commitment to civic engagement. The imperatives will enhance that national reputation and identify targeted areas of recognition and prominence with commitment from a talented faculty and staff, an enthusiastic, motivated student body and a supportive community.
| IMPERATIVE I: | Build and Sustain Academic Excellence and Competitive Programs |
| IMPERATIVE II: | Enhance a Culture of Discovery and Innovation |
| IMPERATIVE III: | Instill Global Perspectives into the Academic Life of the University |
| IMPERATIVE IV: | Establish Targeted Areas of State, Regional and National Recognition and Distinction |
| IMPERATIVE V: | Achieve Doctoral Comprehensive Status and Aspire to Emerging Research Designation |
| IMPERATIVE VI: | Recruit, Retain and Graduate a Diverse and Highly Qualified Student Body |
| IMPERATIVE VII: | Recruit, Mentor and Retain a Diverse, Highly Qualified Faculty and Staff |
| IMPERATIVE VIII: | Design and Cultivate Initiatives to Increase Lifelong Alumni Involvement |
| IMPERATIVE IX: | Live, Learn and Work Together to Promote a Vibrant Coastal Bend Community |
| IMPERATIVE X: | Extend the Reach of the Island University |
| IMPERATIVE XI: | Preserve and Foster an Inviting Island Environment |
| IMPERATIVE XII: | Establish a Culture of Assessment, Investment and Stewardship |

