Michelle L. Appling

This Quality Enhancement Plan Annual Review for the 2021-2022 academic year details the progress of the Guiding Persistence to Success (#GPS) initiative at Albany State University. The plan aims to significantly improve the student learning environment and impact retention, progression, and graduation rates. Key strategies reviewed include implementing progress reports, refining the advising model, establishing study tables, undertaking course redesigns for high-enrollment courses, and utilizing peer mentoring. The plan's goals are to decrease DFW rates in targeted courses, reduce student probation/suspension rates, increase first-year retention, and enhance student awareness of academic resources.

The Assurance of Learning Report for the School of Business outlines the institution's continuous improvement processes for its academic programs. It details the Assurance of Learning Committee's mission, objectives, and responsibilities in overseeing curriculum management and assessing student learning goals. The report presents comprehensive assessment results for the 2024-2025 academic year, covering undergraduate, program major, and graduate student outcomes across key areas such as communication, analytical skills, ethical leadership, and global and environmental consciousness. It also includes recommendations for enhancing learning outcomes and ensuring program effectiveness.

This document from Georgia State University details policies and procedures for student organization membership intake. It includes the Anti-Hazing Policy, outlining compliance with state and university regulations, and a verification form for the membership intake process. The document emphasizes eligibility requirements for students, adherence to specific timelines for intake activities, and responsibilities of both student organizations and university personnel to ensure a safe and compliant environment.

This document outlines the University System of Georgia's Comprehensive Administrative Review (CAR), initiated by Chancellor Steve Wrigley to address fundamental changes in higher education. The review aims to develop model organizational structures and a 21st-century operational model, enhance administrative effectiveness and efficiency, and identify cost savings to reinvest in core functions like teaching, research, and service. The project involves an Opportunity Identification Survey, Activity Assessment, and Huron Campus Engagement, with Phase 2 institutions scheduled to conclude in early 2019.

This document provides an update on Albany State University's 'Excellence is the Standard' Strategic Plan. It outlines progress on four strategic goals, emphasizing the use of data to enhance student experiences, increase enrollment, retention, and graduation rates, and prepare students for the global marketplace. The plan also addresses institutional sustainability, fostering partnerships for economic competitiveness and talent development in critical areas like nursing and cybersecurity, and strengthening leadership development and employee engagement to achieve a culture of excellence and continued growth.