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General Questions

• What do you know about ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s institutional accreditation?
• What distinguishes ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ from neighboring institutions?
• What are ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s greatest strengths?
• What are the biggest challenges facing ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?
• What is it like to be a student at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?
• Describe any campus processes that could be improved or made more efficient.
• What kind of changes are taking place at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?

Questions about Accreditation Criteria

Criterion 1

• Do you know ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s mission statement? How would you describe it?
• Do you know where you would find the official mission statement?
• Do you support the mission?
• Are you familiar with the core values of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?
• Do you support the core values?
• Could you name some resources At ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ that supports students who are struggling academically?
• How does ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s processes/activities reflect attention to human diversity?
• How does ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ support the community?
• Are marketing materials accurate and up to date?
• Why did you choose to attend ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½? Have your expectations been met? Would you make the same choice if you were given the opportunity again?
• What do you like best about ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?
• What would you change about ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ if you could?
• Would you recommend ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ to other students?

Criterion 2

• Describe the campus climate at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½.
• Does ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ present academic and financial requirements clearly and completely to students and the public?
• Do you understand the transfer guidelines? The academic requirements to complete your degree?
• Have you experienced any problems getting the courses you need in a timely manner?
• Describe your experiences with academic advising.
• Do you believe ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ supports freedom of expression?
• Do you know where to go for help with the following?
  • Academic support
  • Career planning
  • Personal counseling
  • Making a complaint
  • Technology support
• Does ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ have policies and procedures in place to address ethical conduct in research for both faculty and students?

Criterion 3

• Are you supportive of the general education requirements?
• Do you know your program’s student learning outcomes?
• Are the classes offered by your program taught by qualified faculty including adjuncts?
• Is technology support sufficient on campus?
• What is your experience with the following university services?
  • Library
  • Tutoring
  • Dining
  • Health Center
  • Recreational facilities
  • Counseling Services
• What opportunities do you have to conduct research? Participate in community or service-learning experiences? Interact with people and cultures different from your own?
• Are students provided with sufficient and relevant co-curricular experiences?
• Are facilities and classrooms appropriately maintained at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½?

Criterion 4

• Did you transfer credit to ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½? If so, what was your experience with the process?
• Do you think ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ is clear in its communication with students about topics such as financial aid, student conduct, costs, and graduation requirements? What improvements would you recommend?

Criterion 5

• How are students given the opportunity to provide input into important initiatives?
• How are students given the opportunity to provide input into proposed tuition increases?
• Are academic programs relevant and current?
• Are the computer software systems helpful in assisting students with registration? With advising? With knowledge of campus events?