The requirements for accreditation are more extensive than they were in the past. The university mission statement is central to the self-study. The new requirements also expect much more self-study and evaluation on the part of the individual units. Each department and each college will develop a 3-ring notebook that tells the story of the unit' s mission, activities, strengths, challenges, and strategies. When possible, we will gather information centrally.
Units can update or revise their notebook at any time.
To assist departments as they generate the necessary information, the Accreditation Steering Committee has designed a generic template for the department notebook. The outline of the notebook is a guide to organization and is not meant to be procrustean. If some part is not applicable, then simply state so. If there is part of your department that is not covered, include it in the section labeled Other. If resources hinder your ability to accomplish your mission, state the facts but do not whine.