BRIGHT Definitions
B
Bold
Creates significant positive change by challenging self and others to engage in new ideas and actions that advance department/division/school. Willingness to make tough decisions and address issues negatively impacting workplace culture, services, and success of team. Promotes a collaborative, strategic approach focused on supporting UTD as a great place to learn and work.
R
Responsible
Understands and accepts the expectation and commitment required to be a positive contributor to the UTD community, especially to those they support, partner with, or lead. Embraces the ownership and responsibilities associated with a leadership role and understands that the privilege of authority granted is to be applied in a fair and respectful manner.
I
Inclusive
Embraces, acknowledges, honors and respects the individual differences and experiences within the UTD community. Practices and promotes initiatives and interactions that build and nurture a welcoming learning and working environment.
G
Growing
Understands growth is an on-going process and can successfully navigate, adapt, and prosper in times of change. Owns their development and seeks to learn new skills that helps expand capabilities to lead.
H
High Performing
Proactively expands and refines knowledge base in professional discipline and seeks opportunities to engage in and contribute to strategic initiatives and mission of UTD. Demonstrates ability and understands the value of fostering and nurturing positive, collaborative, and productive partnerships for the collective success of UTD.
T
Transformative
Creates meaningful, sustainable, and impactful advancement of UTD. Builds influence through active partnerships by understanding the needs of others. Creates a vision to address departmental and campus wide issues that builds a legacy far beyond their personal success.