These instruments are administered annually. The institution is committed to closing the loop on the assessment process, and any deficiencies revealed require the chair or dean involved to develop a plan, and to show progress toward that plan. Assessment activities at all levels is coordinated by the Director of Institutional Assessment, Dr. Robert Davis. Workshops and retreats using outside consultants have been offered on a variety of chair-related topics. Response to such activities has been enthusiastic and well-received.
Efforts are underway to formalize centralized training strategies for all chairs.
Deans are also coordinating their efforts to achieve a consensus for guidelines relating to rank, tenure status, and minimum ground rules for new chair appointments. Chairs are compensated on a twelve month contract, and typically teach twelve semester hours per year.