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Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning & Analytics

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning, and Analytics serves as Austin Peay State University’s central hub for data-informed decision-making, strategic planning, and institutional performance assessment. Through integrated research, analytics, and evaluation processes, the office supports leadership, faculty, and staff in advancing academic quality and strengthening student success.

By promoting a culture of evidence, ensuring data integrity, and aligning institutional initiatives with strategic priorities, the office empowers the University community to make informed decisions that enhance effectiveness, accountability, and long-term impact.

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Institutional Effectiveness & Assessment

Supports academic and administrative units through outcomes assessment, program review, and course evaluations. Partners with campus leaders to develop measurable outcomes, implement systematic evaluation processes, and drive continuous improvement aligned with institutional goals.

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Institutional Research

Provides official university data, reporting, analytics, and forecasting to inform institutional decision-making. Ensures compliance with state and federal reporting requirements while maintaining transparency and strong data governance practices.

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Driving Institutional Excellence

Supporting APSU’s mission through institutional research, assessment, analytics, and decision support.

Data-Informed, Strategic Decision Support

Deliver executive-level reporting, analysis, and forecasting that guide strategic planning and institutional priorities.

Assessment & Continuous Improvement

Partner with campus units to develop measurable outcomes, evaluate effectiveness, and implement meaningful improvements which support initiatives to strengthen student success.

Data Governance & Integrity

Maintain strong data governance standards that promote accuracy, consistency, security, and institutional transparency.

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Office Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location

Miller Hall
Second Floor

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