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Pillar: Inclusive Excellence in Teaching, Learning, Research, and Service

  

Inclusive Excellence and Institutional Effectiveness partners with faculty and academic leaders to make assessment meaningful, manageable, and useful.

We work with UMB schools and programs to document student learning, align outcomes with institutional priorities, and use evidence to guide program improvement. Our approach emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and practices that are integrated into the everyday work of teaching and learning.

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Why It Matters

Our work connects data to action. By bringing together learning outcomes, program review, and institutional priorities, we support a culture where assessment is not just a requirement, but a tool for continuous improvement.

When done well, it enables programs to:

  • Strengthen curricula and teaching practices based on evidence
  • Better understand and support student learning
  • Demonstrate accountability to internal and external stakeholders
  • Provide clear, credible documentation for accreditation

Key Areas

  • Academic Program Assessment and Improvement (APAIR )

    Document, track, and report student learning assessment in one centralized system. APAIR helps programs turn assessment activities into clear, actionable insights that support improvement and accreditation.

  • Academic Programs and Degrees

    Explore UMB’s academic offerings, program inventory, and degrees conferred. Access reliable, up-to-date information to support planning, reporting, and decision-making.

  • Institutional Learning Outcomes

    Understand the knowledge, skills, and competencies expected of all UMB graduates. Institutional Learning Outcomes provide a shared framework that connects programs and supports student success.

  • Graduation and Progression Rates

    Review retention, progression, and graduation data across programs. These insights help identify trends, inform program improvements, and support student achievement.

  • Professional Licensing Exam Pass Rates

    Access first-time licensure exam pass rates by program and year. These results demonstrate program effectiveness and readiness for professional practice.

  • Faculty Non-Instructional Productivity

    Learn how faculty contribute beyond the classroom through research, service, and professional activities. This reporting highlights the full scope of faculty impact and meets system requirements.