February 12, 2021 Today, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents took its final steps toward setting the strategic direction of the University when Regents approved a set of metrics they will use to measure University progress. The measures, which are part of the University’s first ever systemwide strategic plan (MPact 2025) signal how the Board and University President Joan Gabel will work toward achieving the five commitments outlined in MPact 2025. Measures cover topics from the diversity and success rates of students during and following their University education; research growth and rankings; and engagement in industry and other efforts to benefit Minnesota; to metrics that outline expectations for tuition rates and student aid, sustainability and the efficient use of University resources.