The Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness (OIRE) at Rust College plays a crucial role in supporting the college’s mission and strategic goals by providing data-driven insights and promoting continuous improvement across all areas. Collaborating with senior leadership, the OIRE is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and disseminating data to support informed decision-making.
The office leads institutional and academic assessments, including the coordination of student learning outcomes and administrative support evaluations, ensuring that key performance metrics align with the college’s objectives. OIRE also oversees compliance with external reporting requirements, such as the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), while promoting a culture of accountability through the development and implementation of comprehensive assessment plans.
By assisting faculty, staff, and administrators in understanding and using data effectively, the office enhances institutional effectiveness and supports the strategic direction of Rust College. Ultimately, OIRE ensures that high-quality data is at the hea
Effectiveness at Rust College
The OIRE fosters campus-wide data literacy and capability by conducting regular training sessions for faculty and staff, providing tailored technical assistance to individual departments, and cultivating a culture centered on student success. The office monitors the impact of these initiatives by tracking the percentage of faculty and staff attending workshops, measuring competency gains through pre- and post-training scores, and logging the total volume of department-specific data consultations conducted.
Contact Information
Victoria L. Goodman, B.S.
Administrative Coordinator of Institutional Research
Mailing Address:
Rust College
Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
150 Rust Avenue
Holly Springs, MS 38635
