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Institutional Research Goals


1. Increase the visibility and presence of data in support of decision making.

  1. Build collaborative relationships between IR and offices across the entire institution, including but not limited to, Enrollment Management, Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Academic Affairs, and ITS by providing data support for initiatives related to the strategic goals of the University and SEES.

  2. Increase utilization of compliance data to produce meaningful information of interest to stakeholders



2. Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Institutional Research.

  1. Be proactive and responsive as appropriate in identifying priorities

  2. Identify and implement as necessary new tools and technologies

  3. Provide opportunities for staff cross-training; minimize the number of person - specific assignments

  4. Build a library of clear up-to-date documentation of processes and procedures

  5. Encourage and support professional development



3. Ensure exemplary customer service in all activities related to providing data, reports, and analysis for all stakeholders.

  1. Implement the data request form

  2. Implement project tracker

  3. Provide easily accessible appropriate data in a user friendly format

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