Office of Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness

Vision

The Office of Research, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness provides research and planning services such that the College: has access to reliable data, analysis, and reports leading to informed dialogue and effective decision making; systematically assesses and evaluates student learning and success as part of a continuous process of improvement; and meets State and Federal reporting guidelines; within a shared culture of evidence.

Mission

The purpose of Institutional Research is to provide usable information as part of a culture of evidence, supporting thoughtful decision making that improves student success and guides college planning. To accomplish this, the office conducts research and provides reports related to college initiatives, enrollment management, educational and facilities master planning, matriculation, and accreditation as well as for purposes of state and federal reporting.

Staff

Daniel Peck, Director. *Currently Serving Interim Assignment as VP of Instruction*

Daniel brings to Mission more than nine years of experience in institutional, education, and policy research. Daniel began working in institutional research at the University of South Alabama, served four years as research analyst at Mission College, and most recently supervised institutional research for Foothill College. Prior to working in institutional research, Daniel guided applied research for the United Way of Southwest Alabama, including policy evaluation, community scans, community surveys, and grants management. Daniel currently serves on the Institutional Review Board of San José State University and has been an active member and presenter with professional organizations throughout his career. Daniel has an M.A. in Sociology from Indiana University, where he also worked within the Institute for Survey Research and taught both topic and statistics classes. His B.A. is a double major in Sociology and English.

Sarah Randle, Research Technician. Sarah graduated from San José State University with her M.A. in Sociology. While at SJSU she focused her studies in institutional research. Prior to attending SJSU, Sarah obtained her B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Political Science and worked in workforce development with NOVA at the City of Sunnyvale.

Contact

Daniel Peck, Director *Currently Serving Interim Assignment as VP of Instruction*
Office of Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Main Building S3-202B
email: daniel.peck@wvm.edu

Sarah Randle, Research Technician
Office of Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Main Building S3-202
email: sarah.randle@wvm.edu
tel: 408-855-5218