The Office of Assessment and Planning has two primary functions within Student Affairs:
1. To increase effectiveness by systematically gathering, analyzing, interpreting, reporting and using assessment information. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Assisting in developing Division-wide objectives and outcomes
- Conducting research and assessment at the Division level
- Compiling research and assessment reports that align with University and Division mission and goals
- Assisting in policy development and decision-making by providing systematic and quality research and assessment information
- Cataloging and disseminating research and assessment information being collected in the Division of Student Affairs, including writing reports and making information available to various constituents
- Promoting a culture of evidence based on student learning outcomes
2. To provide assistance to units in the Division of Student Affairs in conducting systematic assessment of their programs and services. Examples include, but are not limited to, providing assistance with the following steps in the assessment process:
- Writing appropriate objectives and learning outcomes
- Creating, modifying, and updating assessment plans
- Selecting evaluation methods
- Selecting, developing, or adapting tools
- Implementing assessments
- Analyzing data
- Reporting assessment findings
- Making decisions based on results
For more information or to contact this office, please refer to the link in the left-hand sidebar.