HALL-OIRE

For those who do no know, YES! I will be doing my practicum experience within the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness(OIRE). I am aware that we all have had the **Assessment Experience** and are fully cognizant of the importance of such an office. As a brief recap, the OIRE is responsible for facilitating, developing and implementing assessment programs that emphasize continuous improvement in fulfilling MSU's overall teaching, research, and service mission.

When deciding on such an experience, I saw this as an opportunity to gain knowledge in an area that would be my "ace in the hole". If I plan to be a director over a department one day, I think it is imperative to have a full understanding of assessment, and ways in which to improve effectiveness. After speaking with Mitzy Johnson, I decided to go with the OIRE.

At the OIRE I will be reviewing IHL reports, working with various assessments such as: ETS Proficiency Profile (Educational Testing Service),and NSSE(National Survey of Student Engagement). I will also be working with the TRACDAT software, and as Ms. Johnson refers to it, the Two A's, Assessment and Accreditation. I plan to increase my knowledge of SACS accreditation by also working with the SACS Reaffirmation Accreditation.

I am looking forward to gaining such imperative knowledge in the field of Student Affairs. I would like to wish everyone good luck with their practicum experience. All for one and one for all. #TeamPracticum.