A Decade of Momentum
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Bridgewater's trajectory of excellence has endured since the time of its founding in 1840 as one of the
first normal schools in America. Now a premier public university of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the
community of students, faculty, staff and volunteers who propel Bridgewater State University ever forward
is united behind a common vision and purpose. These values are embodied in the five overarching goals
of the university's strategic plan - a beacon of opportunity during the best of times, one of invaluable
clarity during moments of challenge.
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Bolstering Our Intellectual Horsepower
Fully committed, full-time faculty are at the heart of any great institution of higher learning. Over
the past decade, no public institution in the commonwealth has hired more. And among the
largest colleges and universities in Massachusetts,
no institution has expanded its faculty ranks at a more prolific rate.
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Excellence in High Demand
The success of Bridgewater's students at every level and hailing from all walks of
life is garnering recognition. The university's Academic Achievement Center, lauded by
the Department of Education as an exemplary statewide model, offers tremendous support -
and personalized attention - to students making the transition to higher education.
The impact has been palpable.
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Leveraging the Public's Investment to the Hilt
Innovation. Determination. Transformation. These are the hallmarks of Bridgewater's
trajectory of excellence. By any measure, we continue to offer an impressive return on
the commonwealth's investment. Economic uncertainty and the unpredictability of state support
make us work harder and smarter to fulfill our promise to the public. We wear this as a
badge of honor. Imagine the return for Massachusetts, however, if some of the burden of
today's students could be lifted.
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Idyllic and Invigorating
Forward thinking, careful planning and relentless energy have allowed Bridgewater to invest nearly
$300 million in an unparalleled program of construction, renovation and renewal over the past
decade. The result: a campus environment that is as welcoming as it is beautiful.
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