University Assessment and Accreditation

Office of University Assessment and Accreditation

University Assessment and Accreditation (UAA) partners with academic programs and administrative units to support assessment and accreditation efforts institution-wide. UAA work encompasses consultation, workshops, training, coordination of program reviews and accreditation processes (including HLC), support for program planning and revision, participation in institutional standing committees (Student Learning Assessment, Curriculum, and General Education), and administration of the Weave assessment platform.

Mission

The University Assessment and Accreditation (UAA) office champions continuous improvement at Arkansas Tech University, ensuring high-quality academic and administrative programs that drive student success and societal impact. We achieve this by fostering a collaborative culture of assessment, providing systematic guidance, and facilitating evidence-based decision-making that supports institutional and program-specific accreditation.

Vision

Where continuous improvement is an inherent part of every endeavor, fostering an environment of innovation, excellence, and significant student and societal impact through robust assessment.

Institutional Assessment

Faculty and staff participate in regular institutional assessment processes across Arkansas Tech University including:

Contact UAA

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Amanda Gardner
Academic Assessment Coordinator
Ross Pendergraft Library, 326

305 West Q Street
Russellville, Arkansas 72801
Email: assessment@atu.edu