The Strategic Plan 2026-2027 contains four critical success factors that mirror the Creighton University Strategic Pillars. They are written in a manner that can be measured and are used to determine whether the School of Dentistry is attaining its goals. (2026)

1. Continually strive for academic excellence.
2. Review best practices for our clinical enterprise.
3. Emulate a positive culture.
4. Promote processes in research and evidence-based learning.