Assessment
Assessment at Southeastern is an on-going, continuous quality improvement effort that has become a part of the institutional culture. The assessment cycle is tied to budgeting and strategic planning so that these three vital elements work in tandem to keep the institution focused on accomplishing its mission in every aspect of its operation. The process is led by the “A-Team”, a group of five faculty members and academic administrators. Southeastern’s assessment process has been working well for a number of years, and was described by the Higher Learning Commission’s peer review team in 2008 as “exemplary”.
The documents describe the assessment process.
Annual Assessment Activity Report
Annual assessment reports will give a review of the assessment activities and progress that occurred during the specified academic year.
Assessment Mission
Southeastern's assessment committee is a major part of the institutional process and serves as regulatory and review committee whose responsibilities include the assurance that all aspects of the college are routinely and accurately assessed and evaluated. It also makes sure that the information, results, and data from the assessment processes are adequately disseminated and used for program and/or service improvement. The committee is a key one within the institution and is comprised of membership representing all areas of the college: Students, administration, professional staff, paraprofessional staff, academic faculty, student affairs staff, and support services.
The Assessment Committee is led by the "A Team", which is chaired by a faculty member (Cory Garmane), the Executive Dean of Academic Services (Dr. Tyler Billman), a Math/Science faculty member/Division Chair (Jason Fitzgerald), and a Applied Technology faculty member/Division Chair (Robbie Lindhorst). This group provides direction and leadership for the committee, keeping the assessment process on track and ensuring quality.
Assessment Committee Membership
The assessment committee is a College-wide committee charged with the mission of reviewing the status of assessment procedures and making recommendations related to assessment of student learning. Each functional area designates a faculty or staff member as an assessment liaison. This liaison is responsible for:
- Attending all Assessment Committee Meetings, arranging substitute as necessary
- Helping to implement assessment activities
- Communicating with each division/department on a regular basis at departmental/division meetings
- Remaining current and knowledgeable regarding assessment issues and communicating that knowledge to the respective division/department
- Reviewing assessment plans and results and providing constructive feedback to divisions/departments
- Providing accurate information regarding your division/departments evidence of use of assessment results
Assessment Calendars
Plans, Results, and Reviews
Terms and FAQ's
It is important to us to keep students informed about assessment issues at Southeastern. We have provided the following guide to update students on matters related to assessment activities. If you have additional questions, please contact an Assessment Committee member. For contact information, see the assessment home page.