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About IAE

Our Mission

To support IECC's mission by enhancing institutional effectiveness, promoting accountability, and improving student outcomes through assessment, planning, and data analysis.

What We Do

  • Coordinate Assessment: Evaluate academic and co-curricular programs and student learning outcomes.
  • Analyze Data: Provide actionable insights to support enrollment, retention, and strategic initiatives.
  • Support Strategic Planning: Align divisional and institutional goals with IECC's long-term vision.
  • Ensure Compliance: Meet accreditation standards and reporting requirements.
  • Foster Innovation: Leverage technology like Power BI and predictive analytics for better decision-making.

Our Goals

Strengthen Institutional Effectiveness

  • Expand access to data dashboards and reporting tools
  • Develop a comprehensive plan integrating assessment, planning, and accreditation

Advance Student Learning and Success

  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to improve student outcomes
  • Address barriers to success through data-informed interventions

Promote Continuous Improvement

  • Facilitate program reviews and align services with institutional goals
  • Provide resources and training on best practices in assessment

Enhance Data Quality and Reporting

  • Deliver accurate, accessible, and timely data to stakeholders
  • Develop advanced reporting for enrollment and completion rates

Foster Equity and Inclusion

  • Conduct climate surveys to inform DEI initiatives
  • Identify and address achievement gaps among populations

Support Strategic Planning

  • Align institutional and unit-level goals with mission
  • Maintain compliance with accreditation standards

Leverage Technology

  • Integrate AI and predictive analytics into planning
  • Expand Power BI use for streamlined reporting

Expand Professional Development

  • Offer workshops on assessment and data analysis
  • Serve as a resource for improvement efforts

Our Commitment

At IAE, we are committed to advancing IECC's mission and empowering our community through meaningful assessment and strategic innovation. Whether you are a student, faculty member, or administrator, we are here to support your goals and ensure institutional success.

Program Director

Brandon Weger

Program Director of Institutional Assessment & Effectiveness

Curricular Assessment Committee

  • Kim Wellan
  • Travis Matthews
  • Kelly Payne
  • Scott Balding
  • Brandon Weger

Co-Curricular Assessment Committee

(In Development)

  • Matt Fowler

IECC Data Committee

  • Jay Zwilling
  • Shanna Bradford
  • Cris Costintino
  • Alex Cline
  • Brandon Weger

Message from the Program Director

Welcome to the IECC Institutional Assessment and Effectiveness website. Our office plays a critical role in advancing the mission of our colleges by providing the data and insights necessary for informed decision-making and strategic planning. We are dedicated to promoting a culture of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement across all aspects of our institution.

Whether you are a student, faculty member, staff, or community partner, this website is designed to provide you with valuable information about our assessment processes, research initiatives, and strategic goals. We invite you to explore the resources available and learn more about how we are working to enhance the educational experience at IECC.

Thank you for your interest in our work. We look forward to collaborating with you to achieve our shared goals of academic excellence and student success.

Sincerely,

Brandon Weger
Program Director of Institutional Assessment and Effectiveness
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges