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{\subject Valdosta State University: Annual Report}
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{\keywords 1997; 1998; Annual Report; Hugh C. Bailey; Valdosta State University; Technology adoption; Master of Accounting;
 Instructional Technology; Wayne Plumly; Office of Equal Opportunity and Multicultural Affairs; Project Right Track; Center
 for Advancement of Teaching and Learning; Masters of Social Work Accreditation; Bailey Science Center Construction; SIFE;
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 Carter Institute;  Robert Wood Johnson Foundation; Office of International Programs; Cultural Diversity;  European Council
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
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{\cs22\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw3\cf1\dn0 1997-98 ANNUAL REPORT OF INSTITUTIONAL
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{\cs23\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Section A: Summary of Major
 Institutional Accomplishments}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 In 1997-98, Valdosta State
 University focused its efforts on quality enhancement, regional service, and strategic planning to improve institutional
 effectiveness.\tab At VSU, quality and}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 effectiveness have been accepted
 as values within a learning community perspective. New curricula, new admission standards, and enhanced use of technology
 were important aspects of the University's development. These endeavors are consistent with the goals of the University
 System of Georgia and with the criteria required by regional and disciplinary accrediting organizations. VSU has also stressed
 collaboration with its 2-year partner institutions, applied research by faculty and their students, and promotion of an
 awareness of global issues. Advanced technology has challenged faculty and students to create new ways of teaching, learning,
 and transacting business. The following summary reflects some of the more specific activities that resulted from these organizational
 values and perspectives.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Under the newly approved doctoral
 program, VSU awarded six Ed.D. degrees, and the second student cohort for the Ed.D. program was admitted. The MSW program
 graduated its second cohort group. The Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree was begun in September, 1997, and an Ed.S. in
 Instructional Technology is scheduled for the fall term, 1998. An interdisciplinary M.Ed. in Higher Education and a Master}
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 will be offered in the fall 1998 also. (}
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{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Institutional Goals}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 , hereinafter cited as Inst.)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Dr. Wayne Plumly was selected
 as a University System of Georgia Regents' Professor, recognizing his excellence in teaching.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 In order to monitor graduate
 students' progress, the Graduate School organized automated recruiting and admissions processes; a database to track prospective
 graduate students was developed, and an improved monitoring process for theses and dissertations was implemented.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Office of Equal Opportunity
 Programs and Multicultural Affairs counseled hundreds of students individually and in groups aiding greatly in maintaining
 VSU's high minority retention and graduation rate, and it sponsored many special events, including Diversity Week and Martin
 Luther King Day. Special Services conducted 1,193 student conferences, 592 parent/student interviews, and 146 new student
 interviews. Project Right Track/PREP had 175 participants who engaged in a two-week summer session and weekly classes throughout
 the year. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  4,6, Inst. I.A. 4,5, IV.
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Serving the region through
 the P-16 effort, VSU created a Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, a collaborative effort between VSU and
 the Valdosta City Schools}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 which permits faculty from
 both institutions to work together on common concerns. In its first full year of operation, the Center developed a mission
 statement, conducted a needs assessment, and sponsored regularly meetings of the Regents' Distinguished Professor and three
 Teaching Fellows to develop and implement faculty development and best practices procedures. The Center also facilitated
 a teaching circles program which promotes best teaching practices on campus. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  11,29, }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Inst}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 . I.B.5, II. A.l, B.2, III.
 B.2)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Faculty engaged in 1,469 scholarly
 activities, an increase of 35%, and presented 1,138 papers at professional meetings, an increase of 37%. Many of these activities
 were supported through three VSU programs: The VSU Center for Faculty Development and Instructional Improvement (with over
 $170,000 in awards), the VSU Faculty Research Grants Program, and the International Travel Redirection. The increase in
 scholarly productivity and the resources devoted to promote it are consistent with VSU's emergence as a regional university.
 The same is true of the Graduate School's initial publication of }
{\cs26\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Perspectives on Research,}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  VSU's first research journal.
 The journal showcases current faculty and student scholarly activities, and has received excellent reviews across the state.
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  1,6,14, Inst. II.A.,III.A.2)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU increased its grants and
 contracts from $4,256,909 in awards in FY 97 to $5,099,620 in FY 98, an increase of 20%. During FY 98, the Office of Grants
 and Contracts processed 186 proposals, an increase of 93 proposals over the previous year. The Office continued management
 of the VSU policies regarding Conflict of Interest and Intellectual Property, and Human Resources.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The M.S.W. program received
 initial accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education, and the American Speech-Language- Hearing Association reaffirmed
 accreditation of the Speech/Language Pathology program.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 In preparation for VSU's year
 2000 SACS reaffirmation visit, the University employed a consultant to study VSU's preliminary plans for its self-study
 as well as its institutional planning, assessment, budgeting, and effectiveness programs. This resulted in the creation
 of a new position devoted to institutional effectiveness which will be filled September 1.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Biology/Chemistry and
 the Special Education/Speech- Language Pathology Buildings are under construction. The design work is approved for doubling
 the size of the Odum Library, and the Education Classroom/Laboratory Building adjacent to the Continuing Education Building
 is completed. An architect has been chosen to design the Student Recreation Center. These projects represent investments
 of over $50 million and will dramatically improve the University's infrastructure and its ability to attain its goals. (}
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 System}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 There are many other indices
 that quality work continues to be done on campus. Generic nursing students achieved a 100% pass rate}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 on the N-Clex licensure examination
 from October 97 through March 98. Five students in the College of Business Administration were on the SIFE team that won
 the Regional Championship. One hundred percent of the students who have graduated from the M.S.W. program and took the first
 licensing exam passed it. A recent graduate of the Division of Social Work won a post-MSW fellowship to Yale University
 for continued study on work with children. Communication Arts students interned with the David Letterman Show and with the
 Alliance Theatre in Atlanta; another Communication Arts student was hired to tour with Robert Goulet in C}
{\cs26\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 amelot.}
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 Arts and Sciences Council on Undergraduate Research, the 4}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  annual Symposium on Under-graduate
 Research was held in May, 1998 with 35 participants. The A&S Student Advisory Council remained active, and its principal
 goal for the past two years was realized: the establishment of a Student Development Fund through the VSU Foundation.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Odum Library added 8,865
 volumes to its collection, increasing the number of bound volumes to 404,241. The total collection including microforms
 grew to 1,532,430 items, an increase of 2.57%. For 1997-1998, GALILEO received 146,598 log-ins from Valdosta State University
 users, 11.6 percent of log-ins from the entire state. Users performed 245,096 keyword searches, 6,161 browse searches, viewed
 418,771 citations, and displayed 100,278 full-text articles. An Odum Library Government Documents web page (}
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 Debate Team, finished 11}
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 championship rounds at Appalachian State University and the University of Florida.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The AFROTC cadet corps has
 steadily grown in size and is on schedule to meet its production goal for 1999. One-hundred percent of the cadets passed
 the Field Training Exercise and .55% earned awards at camp.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 This year the institution's
 222 student athletes compiled a cumulative GPA of 2.85, well above the all-campus average, and 45% of them earned a 3.00
 or higher GPA.}
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{\cs18\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw0\cf1\dn0 The VSU Faculty Senate completed
 and distributed a revision of the Faculty Handbook. It approved a number of policies, including those dealing with mid-term
 grades, leave with pay for professional development, academic probation/suspension/withdrawal, priority registration, and
 tenure upon appointment.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 A number of collaborative
 programs have been developed or expanded over the last year, many using distance learning extensively. The Graduate School
 and the College of Nursing coordinated the development of a collaborative M.S. Nurse Practitioner/Care Manager program with
 Albany State University; further collaborative efforts are being pursued in Education and Social Work with Albany State
 also. At the request of officials at}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 the Naval Submarine Base,
 Kings Bay, VSU has continued to expand its programs at the Base. VSU assisted four of its 2-year partner institutions with
 the creation of the South Georgia Regional Educational Consortium to bring developmental studies and core classes to college
 students from Lowndes and adjacent counties who need remediation. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The College of Arts and Sciences
 and its Computer Science faculty established a Fast Track program in Computer Information Systems, through ICAPP funding,
 to provide Goldleaf Technologies with an increased workforce in the areas of applications development and database management.
 Two cycles of academic coursework and team projects involving 25 students have been completed. Work is now under way with
 ABAC and Coastal Georgia in another ICAPP-sponsored initiative to increase the number of computer professionals throughout
 this region of Georgia. Partially, as a result of this program, the Computer Science faculty has established new curricular
 objectives and modified its degree to meet business needs in this area. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The television production
 facility of the satellite is completed and operational. Training on both basic and advanced functions of the system continues,
 and extensive graphics capabilities have been added. Uplink staff established new and strengthened existing relationships
 with numerous departments throughout the University.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 During FY 98, 84 faculty taught
 330 courses at 10 locations in south Georgia, and off-campus enrollment continued to increase quarterly. The student population
 grew at the Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base when VSU began teaching some core classes. The BBA was offered via distance learning
 at three off-campus locations. The Early Childhood Programs (ECE) were continued at Waycross and Tifton. A new undergraduate
 cycle in ECE was started in Winter Quarter, 1998 in Waycross. The Technical, Trade, and Industrial Education program continued
 to be offered at Albany, Moody AFB, and Kings Bay. The M.Ed. program in Vocational Education was offered at Kings Bay and
 as a Tifton/on-campus rotating program. An alternative Educational Leadership graduate program was developed and offered
 at Ware County High School. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  19,20,21,32, Inst.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 B.1,3, II.B.2, III.A.1,2,
 III.B.2)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The College of the Arts continued
 as the Arts Center of South Georgia. On campus, 20,868 persons attended outstanding theatre performances. In cooperation
 with the Jekyll Island Authority, significant improvements in lighting and sound equipment were made and facilities were
 upgraded for the Jekyll Island Musical Theatre Festival. In the summer of 1997, performances of three productions were presented
 to audiences totaling 9,700. In the summer of 1998, the number of performances were reduced to 30 because of the shorter
 semester calendar.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 In the Arts area planning
 continues for two important new capital projects. These are renovation of the Gould Casino on}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 4}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Jekyll to provide an indoor
 facility for musical theatre and other arts programming and a Regional Arts Center in Valdosta. Both of the projects are
 major parts of an emerging new capital campaign. The Valdosta Symphony Orchestra expanded its season to include a sold-out
 subscription series and two special event concerts as well. Sponsorships have been secured for all concerts, patronage dollars
 are up, and the youth orchestra and related programs continue to develop. Seven youth concerts in Whitehead Auditorium were
 provided for area }
{\cs26\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 schools,}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  three youth orchestras organized
 by age and experience, and the South Georgia String Project expanded into additional schools. Seven thousand students and
 adults visited the Fine Arts Gallery, and numerous exhibits were taken to locations throughout the region. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  6,21, Inst. I.A.4, B.2,}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 B.l,4,\tab III.B.l)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Of special significance regionally
 is the fact that in FY 98 the VSU faculty recorded 3,431 regional services, only a few of which will be cited. The Graduate
 School sponsored 10 GRE prep seminars across the VSU service area.\tab The Small Business}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Development Center (SBDC)
 relocated to VSU's College of Business Administration and aided the South Georgia Institute (SGI) in providing service to
 the region. VSU's SGI provided a wide variety of services including economic studies, contract research projects, and management
 education for the South Georgia business community.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 After receiving national appeals
 to expand its operation into other areas, the Rosalyn Carter Institute chose to expand initially by establishing a CARE-NET
 unit on the VSU campus. Led by the Division of Social Work, funding was received from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
 to replicate the CARE-NET program in a 16-county South Georgia area. A Leadership Council of 40 members from the region
 has been formed and is working to identify formal and informal caregivers, to ascertain their needs, and .to develop plans
 to assist them. Mrs. Carter visited the site, met with the Leadership Council, and dedicated The CARE-NET site.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Office of International
 Programs (OIP) in collaboration with local school systems, businesses, and civic groups, continued cultural outreach activities
 including: organizing an International Awareness Experience; placing 18 international students in 18 schools for one day
 a week over a six-week period; organizing the City of Valdosta International Fair; and sponsoring the annual International
 Dinner. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  1,3,4,5,8,19,20,21, }
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 A. 1, B.2, IV.B.1,2)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Cultural diversity remains
 a strong component of the VSU culture. Led by the OIP, foreign student enrollment increased from 151 students from 49 countries
 to 178 students from 53 countries. International enrollment in semester or year-long student exchanges increased from 6
 to 14 students and in short-term group study abroad programs from 78 to 97 students. OIP brought a prominent Russian scholar
 and television personality to tour eight communities around Georgia; it initiated through the European Council a pilot student
 exchange project between six USG institutions and the University of Northumbria at Newcastle in}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 England. Also in collaboration
 with the European Council of the University System, it administered a third cycle of the Roehampton Program for summer 1998
 and developed a second system-wide study abroad program at Metz, France. International dimensions were added to the College
 of Nursing and the Communication Arts Department through linkages in Belize and Russia respectively. OIP hosted the President
 of the University College of Belize (UCB) and negotiated a formal bilateral faculty/student exchange agreement. International
 scholars joined the faculty for part or all of the year in the Departments of Biology, Modern and Classical Languages, Philosophy,
 and Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice. Arts and Sciences faculty participated in faculty exchanges with Syktyvkar
 State University in Russia, the University of Belize, and Esterhazy Karoly College in Eger, Hungary. Arts and Sciences led
 programs in Guadalajara, Mexico, and England and Scotland. The College of Education pilot tested the Secondary Education
 Student Teaching Abroad Program. The Art Department hosted Mr. Keith McIntyre from England as an artist-in-residence. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU was the first University
 System institution to implement all facets of the Banner software systems and has also implemented a full-featured registration
 using the world wide web. The GUI version of Banner has also been implemented. VSU has now utilized BANNER for over four
 years to admit, advise, register, aid, bill, and successfully process students.\tab PC self-registration was}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 offered as an option to telephone
 registration. An option was added to the telephone information system for students to access their quarterly grades as well
 as fees, housing, and meal plan information. Additionally, the Registrar published the Undergraduate Projected Schedule
 of Class Offerings for Spring 1997-Summer 1998 to assist students and advisors in planning for the semester conversion (Fall
 1998).}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Division of Student Affairs
 revised its mission statement and each department submitted goals for institutional review. The Office of Alcohol and Other
 Drug Education conducted 72 programs throughout the year. Career Planning and Placement hosted on- campus interviews and
 career fairs that involved 191 employers and 1,014 students. Cooperative Education placed 205 students, a record number
 of co-op and intern placements. The Counseling Center provided direct counseling to 1,075 individuals. Housing and Residence
 Life increased student participation in programs offered during the year, which contributed to a reduction in the number
 of violation of residence hall policies. The Student Government Association won the following awards from the Board of Regents
 Student Advisory Council: "Most Outstanding SGA" and the "Best SGA Project" for Regional/Research Universities. The Campus
 Activity Board sponsored 110 programs with 24,318 in attendance this year. Student Health provided care for students through
 15,814 patient visits; there was also an enhanced emphasis on preventive care and wellness. The Office of Testing expanded
 the number of testing opportunities this year which resulted in a 6% increase in the number of test takers; the Office also
 expanded the}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 testing services to the VSU
 Center at Kings Bay. (}
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 System}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Inst. IV.B.l)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Continuing Education experienced
 success with its summer children's programs; there were 141 registrations for Kamp Kids and 135 for swimming lessons. The
 SCOPE Program continued with another successful year, providing weekend enrichment activities for 492 students from South
 Georgia (692 registrations). Membership in the Learning in Retirement program doubled, from 60 to 120 members. Co-sponsorship
 of programs with academic departments and divisions, particularly Social Work and Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal
 Justice, provided additional credit programs for Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. Successful conferences
 were sponsored with the College of Nursing, Small Business Development Center, and others.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Division of Business and
 Finance completed and upgraded its web pages. Layouts of buildings, positions available, textbook and many other order forms
 are now available on-line. Training and employee development were enhanced; 309 employees participated in programs sponsored
 by the Training and Development Office in Auxiliary Services. VSU's wage and salary plan was upgraded, as recommended by
 the Council on Staff Affairs. Plant Operations continues to make renovations across campus doing high quality work at a
 cost well below the rate charged by outside contractors. In the area of Public Safety the Crime Prevention Unit presented
 85 programs on campus, and VSU experienced a reduction in the number of reported crimes.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Section B: Annual Progress
 in Institutional Strategic Planning}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU had as one of its primary
 goals the implementation of a broad-based planning process that involved all major budgetary units in Academic Affairs and
 Academic Support Units. In Academic Affairs planning focused upon approved institutional goals and assessment. Academic
 Support units developed or revised both mission statements and goals and proposed means for assessing their operations in
 order to enhance service and effectiveness.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Key elements in the planning
 process were: inclusion of all units on campus, active participation of the Institutional Planning Committee, the linkage
 of this planning process to the definition of institutional goals and budget for FY 99, and the articulation of formal means
 of assessment of the core, academic majors, and administrative support units. (Board of Regents Policy 209.02-04)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Academic Affairs' goals are
 divided into four categories: (A) Instructional Goals, (B) Scholarship and Creative Activities (C) Service, and (D) Professional
 Environment and Institutional Effectiveness.}
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\pard\plain\li20\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1535\posy14515\overlay\s30\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\cgrid\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 7}
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 Major Goals Attained}
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{\listtext\pard\plain A.\'09\tab}
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 Instructional Goals}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU completely revised its
 core curriculum which includes, in addition to the standard System core components, a highly innovative interdisciplinary
 area "b" (Institutional Option). All courses taught in this area (Perspectives) were jointly developed by faculty from at
 least two different disciplines. Furthermore, the core was defined in terms of competencies and skills all students are
 expected to master within the context of liberal education. Core competencies are "cross-cutting" and are reflected and
 assessed in the academic majors. Students are encouraged to connect general education to their majors and not view general
 education core as an end in itself, but rather, as providing the foundation for life-long learning. Finally, all core courses
 were developed from the perspective of assessable learning outcomes.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The campus made great strides
 in promoting global awareness and cultural diversity. The number of VSU students traveling abroad or engaged in exchanges
 increased as did the number of foreign students coming to VSU. The number of faculty traveling abroad either through USG
 programs or our own exchange programs continued to grow. In support of this goal, VSU doubled the funds available to faculty
 for travel abroad purposes.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Conversion to the semester
 system was a major goal. The faculty saw semester conversion as an opportunity to reform academic programs. VSU brought
 two consultants to campus from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities who worked with the Academic
 Vice President and faculty to rethink their majors from the perspective of desired educational outcomes that determined
 limits for discipline coverage and directed a structuring of each major to have an identifiable beginning, middle, and end.
 Majors include courses that address the history of the discipline, an introduction to the field of study, research assumptions,
 and a discussion of the limits of the discipline.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The VSU }
{\cs26\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Bulletin}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  now lists learning outcomes
 for all majors and at least two forms of assessment. Conversion to the semester system was facilitated by the Semester Transition
 Committee. One of its major contributions to ensuring a seamless conversion was the production of the }
{\cs26\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Semester Conversion Handbook}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  that has provided a model
 for other USG institutions.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU works hard to assure students
 from diverse backgrounds are able to achieve to high levels. Through peer tutoring, minority leadership development and
 various support activities, African- American students at VSU are retained and graduate at rates comparing favorably with
 majority students.}
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\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\fi720\sl-235\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1536\posy1080\absh-12792\absw9185\overlay\s36\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Center for the Advancement
 of Teaching and Learning sponsored regular meetings of the faculty to discuss ways to improve student learning, assisted
 with development of Web-CT}
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\pard\plain\li40\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1543\posy14515\overlay\s30\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\cgrid\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0
\fs21\afs21\expndtw-1
{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 8}
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\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\sa184\sl-238\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s36\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 courses across the campus,
 and offered symposia on critical thinking and teaching portfolios.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU was the only institution
 in the southeast to be invited for a third time to participate in the American Association of Higher Education Summer Quality
 Academy. In addition, VSU was one of 19 institutions invited to send a team to Burlington, Vermont to attend the AAC&U Summer
 Academy.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Finally, VSU set its admission
 standards at the 2001 level and transformed remedial education into a program of learning support in order to assure student
 success and enhance retention.}
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\pard\plain\tx387\li20\qj\sa221\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s37\f1
{\listtext\pard\plain B.\'09\tab}
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 Scholarship and Creative Activities}
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\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\fi720\sa198\sl-233\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s36\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 To support faculty professional
 development, VSU increased support by 37% for faculty to travel to present papers, perform, or develop ways to enhance their
 instruction. This is the second year support has been increased and the net results included a marked increase in papers
 presented, articles printed, and growing use of technology to enhance instruction.}
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\pard\plain\tx387\li20\qj\sa218\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s37\f1
{\listtext\pard\plain C.\'09\tab}
\ls3\ilvl0\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\cgrid\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\expndtw2
{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 Service}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU, as a regional university,
 supports the application of scholarship or faculty expertise to meet societal needs. The extent to which faculty and student
 service has increased was described in section "A" above. Especially noteworthy was the development of the Fast-Track program
 in computer information systems. Students are increasingly active in service programs ranging from tutoring to literacy
 instruction to PREP involvement. In the cultural area, VSU mounted a performing arts series to bring nationally recognized
 performers to campus to present and participate in master-classes for our students and public school children.}
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\pard\plain\tx385\li20\qj\sa217\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s37\f1
{\listtext\pard\plain D.\'09\tab}
\ls3\ilvl0\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\cgrid\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\expndtw2
{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 Professional Environment and
 Institutional Effectiveness}
\par
\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\fi720\sa202\sl-238\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s36\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The major accomplishment has
 been initiating the master planning process and design of four buildings currently or soon to be under construction. Faculty,
 staff, and students played a major part in the planning process.}
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\pard\plain\li20\qj\sa221\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s37\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 New Goals}
\par
\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\fi720\sa176\sl-233\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1541\posy1087\absh-12578\absw9175\overlay\s31\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs18\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw0\cf1\dn0 Supplanting conversion to the
 semester and development of the core as primary concerns will be a commitment to assess the core and outcomes in the majors.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU will emphasize the development
 of service learning within the majors in an effort to create meaningful capstone experiences for students as well as to
 help VSU meet its regional service commitment.}
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\pard\plain\li20\sl-210\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1543\posy14513\overlay\s30\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\cgrid\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0
\fs21\afs21\expndtw-1
{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
\par
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\fs21\afs21\expndtw-1
{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 9}
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\sect
\sectd\ltrsect\headery0\footery3\colsx720\sectlinegrid360\sftnbj\sftnrstcont
\pard\plain\li20\ri20\qj\fi720\sa180\sl-235\slmult0\pvpg\phpg\posx1537\posy1108\absh-12735\absw9182\overlay\s36\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU will increase the use
 of technology to enhance student learning and transform a significant portion of the curriculum in targeted areas to web-based,
 asynchronous instruction.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU will advance the P-16
 agenda emphasizing the development of P-16 standards and the co-reform of teacher education.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 We will form a task force
 to study student retention, advising and orientation.}
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{\cs23\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Section C: Annual Progress
 in Assessing Institutional Effectiveness}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 New outcomes for each major
 and means of assessing outcomes have been developed and are published in the latest University catalog. New procedures for
 faculty assessment and development through pre/post tenure review were approved. The first cohort of faculty were reviewed
 under the new policy this year. In addition, colleges are revising their promotion and tenure guidelines and policies. (}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 . IV.A.4)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The Graduate School implemented
 a new exit questionnaire for graduate students that reflects graduate students' concerns. As part of semester transition,
 each academic department developed methods of assessing program learning objectives. Each department in the College of Business
 Administration completed the first cycle of assessing its major(s); COBA's Assessment and Curriculum Quality Improvement
 Committee established a framework and process for systematic assessment of program educational outcomes.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU, in anticipation of its
 SACS review, has focused intensely this year on strategic planning and assessment. Assessment has been presented as an institutional
 imperative and is seen as everyone's business. It is an integral part of planning and institutional recalibration during
 the year. However, the major import of our assessment work is evident at the time of budget build-up and at the end of the
 year when assessment data are collected from students, academic units, and academic support areas. New goals and budget
 allocations are informed by the assessment process.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 This year, the Institutional
 Planning Committee reflected upon the planning process and institutional goals. The work of this Committee helps ensure
 that all units have assessed progress in the goals that were set last year. The Committee will give advice on new goals
 and review administrative assessment procedures for all units.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Another major step intended
 to improve overall institutional effectiveness is represented by the hiring of a Director in Institutional Effectiveness
 and Planning. While the Institutional Planning Committee plays an important advisory role, the Director will monitor progress
 with greater consistency and constancy as well as guide VSU in collecting and preparing all planning and assessment data
 and studies required by SACS.}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 10}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 This year Academic Affairs
 has three major tasks. The first is to develop procedures for the assessment of the new core curriculum and utilize assessment
 data to improve student and retention learning. Second, all re-formed majors will have developed for them learning outcomes
 and a minimum of two forms of assessment. This year the assessment of majors will be implemented to determine the quality
 of the programs. Third, VSU has committed to the delivery of several of its programs via the web and other means of distance
 learning. Assessment of the needs, best means of delivery, and program effectiveness will be major undertakings.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Academic support areas have
 all reviewed or developed mission statements consistent with the VSU mission, developed goals, and addressed means for assessing
 effectiveness and improving operations. One major outcome has been the development of a program emphasizing client service.
 Participation has been exceptionally high.}
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{\cs23\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-2\cf1\dn0 Section D. Overall Institutional
 Health}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The transition to the semester
 calendar provided the opportunity to examine the entire VSU core curriculum and every undergraduate and graduate major.
 The most distinctive component of the new core curriculum contains courses which offer students interdisciplinary perspectives
 on global and regional issues. Area F and the Senior College Curriculum were developed to provide a new and refined curricula
 for the majors. Outcomes from the core and from the majors were stated as well as strategies for assessing these outcomes.
 The }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU Bulletin}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  will contain examples of
 the outcomes and assessments for each major. The }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Semester Transition}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Handbook}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  was distributed, placed on
 the VSU web site, and linked with the USG web site.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 VSU reorganized the Department
 of Developmental Studies into the Office of Academic Student Instructional Support within the College of Arts and Sciences.
 The University has increased admission standards to a level appropriate for regional universities; it admitted no developmental
 studies students in the fall of 1998 and will not do so henceforth. To enhance its academic programs, regularly admitted
 students with diagnosed weaknesses will be placed in Learning Enrichment Programs to supplement instruction in sections
 of basic freshman English, Mathematics, and History.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Augmented by funding from
 the Chancellor's Initiatives, redirection, lottery funds and grants, VSU has methodically established a sophisticated environment
 of electronic classrooms, roll-around multi-media instructor stations, student computer labs, GALILEO workstations, e-mail
 (with classroom applications), highly utilitarian Web pages, and other technology-based capabilities in support of instruction
 and research. In response to the University's goal of enhancing instruction, a recent course content survey shows that over
 2/3 of VSU classes include some use of technology on the part of the students and that multi-media}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 instruction has become an
 integral part of VSU's technology-based academic delivery system. The University is using new ways to access information
 (GALILEO, www, e-mail, interlibrary transfers) which augment the traditional forms of research and instruction. Six courses
 were taught on the web and 75 on GSAMS for credit. More specifically, the College of Education installed multi-media teaching
 stations in 15 classrooms and provided training to all faculty members on how to operate the systems. The College of Nursing
 published course syllabi and resource materials for five courses on WebCT and provided a web based course. Seventy-five
 percent of nursing courses incorporated use of computer technology. The Department of Philosophy continues to offer a popular
 web-based course (PHICYBER). The College of Nursing, the College of Education, and the College of Business Administration
 initiated new or significantly upgraded Distance Learning Classrooms. (}
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 System}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  8,10, }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Inst}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 . Ill.A.1, B.4 )}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Technology at VSU is a growth
 industry. In FY 98, $3.3 million was spent on computers, software and network products. The inventory of microcomputers
 reached 2,400 machines, all attached to the campus-wide fiber optic based data network for easy Peachnet/Internet access.
 Eighty percent of those computers are Pentium-level as are all the 650 micros available to students, located in the 24 on-campus
 labs. VSU has successfully processed over 70,000 registrations using Banner; it is the only University System institution
 to support both telephone registration, dial-in Web registration, and student self-registration utilizing PC's in various
 student labs. (}
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 System}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0  6,10, }
{\cs25\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Inst}
{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 . III.B.4)}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 As this report indicates,
 Valdosta State University has enjoyed a hugely successful year of enormous, planned changes, ranging from an increased focus
 on quality enhancement through the measurement of institutional effectiveness, to the new direction in strategic planning,
 and preparation for the dramatic system-wide switch to the semester system. VSU stands posed on the threshold of the millennium
 for even greater service to our students, our region, our state, and our nation.}
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{\cs17\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
 Progress}
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 ADDENDUM}
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{\cs27\lang1033\langfe1033\b\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw2\cf1\dn0 RESPONSE TO THE STUDENT SATISFACTION
 SURVEY}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 Valdosta State was happy to
 receive the results of the Student Satisfaction Survey. We have done a similar survey every two years which involves 25%
 of our total student population. It is gratifying to see that the results of an external evaluation is similar to that we
 have obtained over the last ten years. Moreover, it is a privilege to be able to compare ourselves (for internal use only)
 with other units in the University System.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 The results of the Student
 Satisfaction Survey indicate that Valdosta State students were significantly more satisfied than their System counterparts
 with College Services in the areas of academic advising, library facilities, financial aid, computer, and veterans. In the
 Academic Area, our students rated the following services higher than their counterparts: testing/grading system, out-of-class
 availability of instructors, attitude of the faculty toward students, variety of courses offered at this college, class
 size relative to the type of course, flexibility to design your own program of study, availability of advisor, and value
 of the information provided by advisor. In Admissions, we outranked other schools in the areas of general admissions procedures,
 availability of financial aid information prior to enrolling, accuracy of college information received before enrolling,
 and college catalog/admissions publications. Our Facilities were rated superior in the areas of classrooms, laboratories,
 study areas, Student Union, and general condition of buildings and grounds. In the General Area, our students were more
 highly satisfied with our concern for the student as an individual, attitude of the college non-teaching staff toward students,
 religious activities and programs, and satisfaction with this college in general. Valdosta State students' opinions compared
 less favorably with those of students at other System schools in three areas only: parking services, recreational services,
 and availability of housing.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 We are addressing all three
 of these areas at this time. A new parking lot accommodating 575 vehicles has just been opened and additional bus service
 has been developed to provide better access to all campus areas. Working with the College Activities Board, Student Services
 has scheduled additional events, particularly aimed at providing recreational opportunities on weekends. A student-funded
 Recreational Center is in the process of being designed, and we anticipate construction will begin in 1999. It will provide
 facilities essential to serve adequately our student population.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 When discussions are conducted
 with students regarding housing availability, it is clear that a major desire is for different type facilities than we have.
 Our residence halls are typical dorms constructed before 1970. These aging facilities have gang showers at the end of the
 hall, few study and recreational areas, and an ambiance not conducive to gracious living. After consultation with the Office
 of Facilities, we are discussing with private developers the possibility of developing a systematic program to renovate
 each dorm, a program which would take a number of years to complete.}
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{\cs24\lang1033\langfe1033\b0\i0\ul0\strike0\scaps0\fs21\afs21\charscalex100\expndtw-1\cf1\dn0 1997-98 Annual Report of Institutional
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