Workday Student Project

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Where are we today?

We are currently engaged in Strategy and Readiness, a crucial initial step towards implementing Workday Student. Over the next few months, the University will concentrate on readiness activities to ensure a smooth and successful transition to the new system. The Planning phase for the Workday Student implementation will commence in the spring, leveraging the outcomes from Strategy and Readiness.

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What is Workday Student?

Workday Student is a modern, cloud-based Student Information System (SIS) that supports key processes like registration, academic history, financial aid, student accounts, and grading. This new system will replace the Ellucian Banner platform, offering students, faculty, and staff a mobile-friendly, cloud-based solution that simplifies navigation and streamlines these essential processes.

Watch this engaging overview video to explore how Workday Student customizes the student journey, creating a more supportive, efficient, and engaging educational environment. For more details, visit the Workday Student webpage.

What are the benefits of upgrading to Workday Student?

Implemented in 1998, the University’s current student information system, Ellucian Banner, has served the University for many years but now presents ongoing challenges. A third-party review, incorporating extensive feedback from key stakeholders at MSU Denver, found that the system no longer meets the demands of today’s students, faculty, and staff. For details about how Workday Student was selected, please visit the Student Information System Evaluation Project webpage.

Workday Student’s guided student-journey platform offers a more intuitive and supportive experience, assisting with critical tasks like class registration and program exploration. This platform helps students navigate their academic journey smoothly, meeting important milestones along the way. Faculty and staff will also benefit from streamlined processes, reducing administrative burdens and allowing more focus on student support.

Investing in Workday Student means investing in a future where students, faculty, and staff have the tools they need to succeed.

How long will the project be?

The implementation of Workday Student will span three years, starting in Spring 2025 and concluding in 2027. Each phase is carefully designed to build upon the previous one, ensuring a seamless and beneficial transition.

Workday Student Project Timeline

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Timeline Details

Strategy and Readiness

Strategy and Readiness is the first step in the implementation of Workday Student. Over the next few months, teams around campus will focus on Business Process Alignment (BPA) sessions to ensure gaps and risks are identified.

Planning

The Planning phase focuses on a comprehensive set of activities essential for implementation preparation. This includes introducing Workday Student to key stakeholders, engaging the campus community for meaningful change, securing strong executive buy-in, designing a robust governance framework, establishing key decisions and priorities, reviewing impacted business processes, and analyzing the quality of university student data.

Design, Configure and Test

In this phase, we'll implement key features of Workday Student, like class registration and academic transcripts. Our goal is to ensure a seamless experience for students, faculty, and staff through careful design, configuration, and testing. We'll provide thorough training sessions and gather feedback for improvements. This phase is crucial for ensuring the system is fully functional and ready for deployment.

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Project Completion

Phase 3 is the culmination of our Workday Student implementation. We'll fine-tune the system based on user feedback, add advanced features, and ensure continuous improvement with ongoing updates. Thorough testing and final adjustments will guarantee smooth operation. By the end of Phase 3, Workday Student will be fully operational, providing a robust solution for everyone at MSU Denver. This phase sets the stage for a bright future with Workday Student.

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