Mission

The mission of the Office of Institutional Research and Planning is to collect, preserve, interpret, analyze, and disseminate information regarding the characteristics, activities, operations, and policies of Portland State University. This information is used by members of the University community for:

1. Mandated reporting requirements
2. Administrative decision-making and policy formulation
3. Academic assessment
4. Institutional planning
5. Release to the general public.

The office serves as a central repository for statistical information regarding the University and responds to requests for information from clients within and outside the University. OIRP conducts research on special topics, and complies with state and federally-mandated reporting requirements.

Vision for Institutional Research
by Kathi A. Ketcheson
Director
ketchesonk@pdx.edu
The Office of Institutional Research and Planning plays a central role in the decision making structure at PSU. As several authors of literature on institutional research have noted, the role of IR professionals in colleges and universities is changing as we move into the 21st century. more >>

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