Research, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness

The Office of Research, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness (RPIE) supports college planning activities by:

• providing data and analysis to inform decision-making and monitor institutional effectiveness;
• coordinating the development and implementation of institutional plans;
• ensuring a regular cycle of evaluation aimed at improving programs and services;
• promoting outcomes assessment as a means of measuring and improving student learning and institutional effectiveness;
• and fostering a culture that values and addresses accreditation requirements.

Institutional Learning Outcomes

Students who receive a degree from Napa Valley College will demonstrate the following:

• Communication and Critical Thinking
• Scientific and Quantitative Inquiry
• Global and Civic Awareness
• Intercultural Literacy and Creativity
• Personal, Academic, and Career Development

For additional information on ILO Assessment, visit Student Learning Outcomes Assessment.