Mission, Vision and Goals

Mission

To collect, analyze, organize and communicate data and information to provide a valid, consistent, and accurate understanding of how the institution is advancing its mission in support of its vision to become a top ranked public research university.

Vision

To establish a world-class institutional research operation and institutional effectiveness system in support of the University’s mission.

Goals

1. Data Management. Ensure data quality and availability.
2. External Reporting & Accountability. Achieve 100% compliance with regulatory and other external reporting requirements.
3. Decision Support & Internal Data Requests. Develop a culture that relies on evidence-based decision-making.
4. Research. Conduct research to support significant institutional priorities.
5. Institutional Effectiveness. Establish and maintain a multi-level institutional effectiveness system that promotes intentionality and deliberate improvement.
6. Strategic Planning Support. Support strategic planning efforts through metrics development, measurement, communication of progress, and forecasting.