Dear Meharrians:

It is with great pleasure that I share with you the Meharry 2026 Sesquicentennial Strategic Plan. This plan comes at a time of unprecedented growth and change for the institution and execution of this plan will make the next decade truly transformational in the history of Meharry Medical College. For over 140 years Meharry has striven to improve the health and health care of minority and underserved communities. Concurrently, Meharry has unwaveringly provided opportunities for people of color and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, delivered high quality health services, and engaged in research that fosters the elimination of health disparities.

The current strategic plan seeks to build upon this legacy by evolving to a new customer-centric operating philosophy and re-envisioning the educational, research and clinical practice models. This transformation is necessary if the institution is to remain viable and responsive to the needs of a changing society and even more rapidly evolving health care environment. Affordability and quality of services, fiscal sustainability, expanded reach and novel approaches to teaching and research, demand a re-envisioned 21st century institution. While holding fast to its historical mission, this plan will serve as the blueprint for a transformed Meharry on the 150th anniversary of its founding in 2026.

This strategic plan is the culmination of thousands of hours of work by faculty, staff, students, trustees and community members. I encourage you to read and familiarize yourself with this document and feel the pride and passion that only Meharry Medical College can imbue. Join us, as through this plan we continue to “Worship God through Service to Mankind.”

Sincerely,

James E.K. Hildreth, Ph.D., M.D.

President and Chief Executive Officer