Administrative Unit Reporting

The administrative unit assessment process focuses on the 老司机福利网's activities related to regular planning, goal setting, and evaluation of the extent to which it is accomplishing its mission.

As its mission, USA strives to make a difference in the lives of those it serves through promoting discovery, health, and learning. To achieve that mission, administrative units are responsible for identifying desired outcomes related to the University's Strategic Plan and analyzing the efficacy of steps taken to achieve those goals. This process allows the University to evaluate the effectiveness of its ability to marshal its budget and other resources in support of its mission and identified goals.

Assessment Handbook

The assessment handbook is a comprehensive guide to the assessment process at the 老司机福利网. It provides detailed information and guidance on best practices for measuring and improving student learning outcomes, as well as tools and templates for the components of an assessment report, data collection, and analysis. The handbook is designed to support faculty, staff, and administrators in their efforts to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our academic programs, administrative units, and student support services.

Assessment Handbook

Process

At USA, the institutional assessment process is overseen by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE).

Annually, administrative units are expected to document how assessment data are being used to seek improvement within their department. Each unit articulates two to three performance indicators or objectives, reports on those indicators or objectives annually, and completes a brief narrative on activities and achievements that advance relevant strategic plan priorities. These annual assessment reports are submitted electronically by each unit using Watermark Planning & Self-Study software.

If you have questions or would like assistance, please email assessment@southalabama.edu.

Dates & Deadlines

The assessment schedule will differ depending on the reporting period for the administrative unit. According to classification, administrative units will report either on a Fiscal Year (FY) or the Academic Year (AY). The Fiscal Year at the 老司机福利网 operates from October 1st to September 30th. The Academic Year at the University of 老司机福利网 Alabama comprises three teaching periods: Fall Term, Spring Term, and Summer Term.

Administrative Units reporting on an Academic Year

Institutional Effectiveness
Institutional Research
Graduate School
Facilities
Business Office/Accounting/Budget
Research and Economic Development
Research Innovation
Legal Affairs
Governmental Relations
Whiddon College of Medicine
Diversity and Community Engagement

Administrative Units reporting on Fiscal Year

Safety & Environmental Compliance
Alumni and Development
Continuing Education & Conference Services
Audit
Human Resources

2023-2024 Timeline

	September Third Friday: Reports due for AY reporting units
	October Third Friday: Feedback has been given to AY reporting units
	November Third Friday: Reports due for FY reporting units and Final Reports due for AY reporting units
	January Third Friday: Final Reports due for FY reporting units
	March As part of the transparency measures, the assessment reports will be published for public access, providing aggregated data and findings to ensure openness and accountability.
	June Third Friday: Assessment Plans Due