Iowa State University
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Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE)

Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE)

 

Since 1974, the Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE) has supported excellence in education research, evaluation, and assessment at Iowa State University, in the state of Iowa, nationally, and internationally.  As a unit in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS), RISE provides practical and leadership experience for graduate students, collaborates with faculty on research and evaluation efforts, and engages in instruction.  RISE supports the college's institutional research activities, including conducting College alumni studies, conducting evaluations of academic programs, and contributing data for accreditation and program review.  RISE also has expertise in program and project evaluation using advanced levels of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, as well as survey research and development, data management, and reporting services for clients both on and off campus.

 


 

Incoming RISE Director to attend annual conference for the Southeastern Association for Community College Research


Linda Serra Hagedorn named new Director of RISE.

RISE is pleased to announce that Dr. Linda Serra Hagedorn will be the new Director of RISE beginning in August. Under Hagedorn's leadership, RISE will continue its current mission of providing excellence and innovation in assessment, evaluation, and institutional research. However, the Institute will also be expanding its outreach with the inclusion of funded research and other venues.


John Schuh appointed book review editor

Dr. John Schuh, Interim Director, has been appointed book review editor for the Review of Higher Education.


John Schuh serves as keynote speaker at international conference