Topic/program researched:
New Directions
(Chapter VIII)

Brochures, proposals, other new program documents; CEU, International Center, ORSP, IRP, Deans

Purpose/goal:
To find future identity and relations of the university

Topics: Community outreach (schools, business, etc.), community involvement, internationalization, accountability

Data collection
(methods and sources)

Interviews, participant observation, meetings, institutional research

Data
(types)

Statements, documents, trends, consultation, international student and faculty survey (Alumni and Employer surveys forthcoming)

Analysis
(indicators)

• Proliferation and success (sustenance, longevity, assessment, reports) of non-traditional programs
• Rates of increase in participation (NSE, international exchange, service-learning, faculty international)
• Local and international community acceptance

Results
(where we are)

• New models (Centers of Excellence)
• Emerging synthesis of polytechnic and liberal arts, sciences — identity growth
• Abundant, un-orchestrated activity

Conclusion
(general interpretation: where we want to go)

Conceptual and organizational innovation needed: New approach to administering new programs, new vision

Use
(basic action plans - how to get there)

• Set up collective monitoring/executive council for ‘new directions’ and Centers of Excellence, involving all constituents
• Widely disseminate information about new programs
• Form International and Exchange Student Center
• Integrate advising for NSE and International Programs