The Planning & Research Office
The Planning & Research Office (PRO) supports data-informed decision making by turning reliable data into clear, usable information that helps the college improve student success and advance equity.
We do this by wrangling high-quality data and transforming it into knowledge that guides planning, strengthens institutional effectiveness, and supports equitable outcomes for all students.
What we do:
Produce studies, reports, and interactive dashboards that help campus practitioners easily access and understand data
Monitor student outcomes to identify and address disproportionate impact
Support equity-focused planning, program review, and accreditation
Manage surveys and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes
Complete required state and federal reporting
Provide technical assistance so campus practitioners can find, interpret, and apply data effectively
Why it matters:
By working with PRO, campus practitioners are better equipped to use data-informed evidence to understand outcomes, reduce equity gaps, and support continuous improvement in student success.
Request Research or Data Support
PRO works with campus practitioners to clarify questions, identify appropriate data sources, and determine the best level of analysis. Use the research request form to submit requests. Requests are prioritized based on reporting timelines, accreditation and compliance requirements, and college planning needs.
Dashboards and Data Tools
Visit the main Dashboards page to explore college-wide metrics on enrollment, persistence, completion, and equity. These interactive tools are designed to help the college community independently access and interpret data for planning and improvement.
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
PRO oversees the Institutional Review Board process and provides application forms, guidance, training resources, and review timelines to ensure research involving human participants is conducted ethically and responsibly
Learn more about PRO
For more detailed information about research, including how to submit research requests, access dashboards, and use other data tools, visit the PRO – Research page.
For more detailed information about campus-wide planning efforts, including strategic planning and program planning, visit the PRO – Planning page.