Assessment Newsletters

All Things Assessment at KU

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Program Assessment: Action update reports

Action Updates were submitted in February, and we are happy to report nearly 100% participation. Feedback on the reports has been sent to Deans and is also available on Nuventive. Instructions on accessing feedback (along with other helpful tutorials) can be found at the link below. Faculty and staff responsible for a unit’s assessment but who do not yet have a Nuventive account should e-mail Dr. Karen Rauch.

Nuventive Guides for Faculty

Annual Reports

The due date for the 2025-2026 Annual Reports is Friday, September 25, 2026.

Important Links:
Annual Report Template
New Annual Report Rubric

Gen Ed Rating Day - January 21, 2026

Please consider participating in the General Education Spring Rating Day on Wednesday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We will assess student work products for SLO 4, Category D.

Assessment excellence

English Program Nationally Recognized by NCTE/CAEP Program Standards. This recognition is an important achievement for KU and a testament to Patty Pyleski’s leadership in preparing the report for review. It highlights the quality of KU’s educator preparation efforts and underscores the department’s commitment to excellence.

Please consider submitting noteworthy assessment or accreditation efforts to the Assessment Office to be highlighted in upcoming newsletters.

CONTACT US! - 201 gRADUATE CENTER

Dr. Brad Congelio Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday (noon to 3 p.m.), Thursday (9 a.m. to noon)
Dr. Christine Núñez Office Hours: Wednesday (8-11 a.m.), Thursday (8-11 a.m.)
Dr. Karen Rauch