Draft Self-Study Report in Support of Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Presentation to DASB June 29, 2011

Mission Statement

De Anza College provides an academically rich, multicultural learning environment that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character and abilities; to realize their goals; and to be socially responsible leaders in their communities, the nation and the world.

De Anza College fulfills its mission by engaging students in creative work that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities contained within the college’s Institutional Core Competencies: • Communication and expression • Information literacy • Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility • Global, social, cultural and environmental awareness • Critical thinking

– Updated Spring 2010

De Anza College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, 415.506.0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.

Process

• Reaffirmation of accreditation occurs every six years.

• Preparation is ongoing, and began in detail in 2007 with initial work on Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs).

• In January 2010, faculty, staff and students were invited to participate in the Self-Study.

Self-Study Team Leaders

Standard I • • • Nancy Cole Alex Kramer Andrew LaManque Standard III • • • Letha Jeanpierre Dan Mitchell Kevin Metcalf Standard II • • • Gregory Anderson Mary Kay Englen Christina Espinosa-Pieb Standard IV • • • Stacey Cook Cynthia Lee-Klawender Virginia Marquez

Standards Teams

Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) Standards

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II.

III.

IV.

Institutional Mission and Effectiveness Student Learning Programs and Services Resources Leadership and Governance • • •

Self-Study Report Format

Descriptive Summary Self-Evaluation Planning Agendas

Selected Planning Agendas

Standard II. Student Learning Programs and Services Standard II.A, Instructional Programs

• Continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the overall college website through student focus groups and faculty and staff input.

• Continue to improve and enhance the online searchable schedule of classes.

• Improve Student Development-related websites in the content and presentation of information, including as it relates to academic honesty. • Revamp the Student Handbook for content and presentation and increase visibility of the handbook on the college website.

Standard II. Student Learning Programs and Services Standard II.B, Student Support Services

• With the leadership of the associate vice president of Instruction, the college will hire a director for the redefined Office of Equity, Social Justice and Multicultural Education. • With the leadership of the associate vice president of Instruction, the director of ICCE, the director of Equity, Social Justice and Multicultural Education, and the director of Staff and Organizational Development will collaborate with DASB to establish updated strategic plans focused on student access and engagement for their departments.

(These are also Planning Agendas for Standard III.)

Standard II. Student Learning Programs and Services Standard II.B, Student Support Services

• With the leadership of the vice president of Student Services, the dean of Counseling and Matriculation, and the Counseling Department chair, Counseling and Advising will evaluate through surveys, focus groups and ongoing discussions how to improve services.

• Assessment, in conjunction with the DARE Task Force, will determine, prioritize and implement best practices to improve Assessment Center service to students, including in the placement of students in developmental education courses.

Process − Collegewide Review

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June

Self-Study available online for review by entire college community Review of Self-Study through governance groups, College Council, Town Hall meeting Board of trustees review of document; presentation delivered to board Feedback incorporated College Council approves Self-Study

Next Steps

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July

Board of trustees certifies De Anza College Institutional Self-Study Report in Support of Reaffirmation of Accreditation Final draft posted online •

August

Complete designed document mailed to ACCJC and Evaluation Team, accompanied by flash drives of document with links to evidence, and related materials such as college catalog •

September

Opening Day: Accreditation •

July-October

Planning for Evaluation Team Visit

October 24-27 Accreditation Evaluation Team Visit

Accreditation Self-Study Draft Available for Review at

deanza.edu/accreditation

Feedback: Marisa Spatafore, Accreditation Liaison Officer [email protected], x8672

Draft Self-Study Report in Support of Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Presentation to DASB June 29, 2011