All members of the Rowan University community are invited to hear the oral Exit Report from the Middle States Evaluation Team on Wednesday, March 13, 11:15 am – 12 noon in Student Center Ballroom A.

Dr. Michael Driscoll, President of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Chair of the Evaluation Team, will present the preliminary findings regarding Rowan University’s reaffirmation of accreditation. Although the team is unable to answer questions or otherwise discuss the findings, this is an opportunity for the University community to hear firsthand about the team’s observations and conclusions.  The Middle States Commission on Higher Education will review the team’s final report and act formally on the findings in June.

Members of the team have been on campus Monday and Tuesday of this week to:

• interview representative individuals and groups
• hold open sessions with faculty, students, staff, and managers
• conduct focus groups with students
• tour facilities
• review documents and other evidence
• visit the Rowan at Camden campus, the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and the soon-to-be-completed Joint Health Sciences Center
• visit Rowan College at Burlington County

The team comprises seven peer evaluators who are experienced administrators and faculty representing a variety of institutions. We thank them for their careful attention to our Self-Study and Site Visit and look forward to hearing their insights into our University.

Information on Rowan University’s reaffirmation of accreditation review, including the Self-Study Report, is available on our institutional accreditation website.

Contact Information:

Roberta Harvey
Vice President for Academic Affairs
harvey@rowan.edu
856.256.5140

Event Information:

Event Name: Middle States Team Exit Report
Event Location: Student Center Ballroom A
Event Date: Mar 13, 2019
Event Start Time: 11:15 AM
Event End Time: 12:00 PM

Submitted By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

Rowan University welcomes the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) evaluation team for their visit to the campus March 11, 12, and 13. Every ten years, the Commission requires the University to conduct a self-study of our initiatives, operations, progress, and commitments in fulfillment of our mission and goals. During the site visit, a team of seven peer evaluators from institutions in the Middle States region will talk with members of the University community and tour campus locations to validate their review of the Self-Study Report, which was submitted to the Commission on January 27. The team will conclude its visit on March 13 with an oral exit report to the University community of its preliminary findings and recommendations.  The team’s formal findings and recommendations will be reviewed by the Commis sion, who will then vote on reaffirmation of the University’s accreditation in June.

Please see below to learn more about the visit and how you can participate.

What can I do to participate?

Attend an open session. Faculty, staff, managers, and students are invited to attend open sessions, scheduled throughout the team visit. The open sessions are an opportunity to share your insights and experiences with the team and provide context for their evaluation. Light refreshments will be served.  No RSVP is required.

• Open sessions for all faculty (tenure-track faculty and instructors, lecturers, part-time/adjunct faculty, librarians, and professional staff with instructional roles): Monday, March 11, 4:00 pm – 4:55 pm in Student Center 129 AND Tuesday, March 12, 1:45 pm – 2:25 pm in Student Center 144.
• Open session for students: Monday, March 11, 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm in Student Center 129.
• Open session for staff: Tuesday, March 12, 3:30 pm – 4:25 pm in Student Center 144.
• Open session for managers:  Tuesday, March 12, 4:30 pm – 5:25 pm in Student Center 144.

Review the Self-Study Report. The Self-Study Report is based on months of conversations and research across all areas of the University.  Its purpose is both to demonstrate to the visiting team and to the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that Rowan University upholds its responsibilities, achieves its goals, and fulfills its mission and to provide a blueprint for future improvements.  Where does the Self-Study speak to you?  What possibilities does it suggest? How will we continue to be Inclusive, Agile, and Responsive?

Listen to the Exit Report. The Team Chair will present the preliminary findings and recommendations regarding Rowan University’s reaffirmation of accreditation on Wednesday, March 13, 11:15 – 12 noon in Student Center Eynon Ballroom A.  Although the team is unable to answer questions or otherwise discuss the exit report, this is an opportunity for the University community to hear firsthand about the team’s observations and conclusions.

What happens during the site visit?

Over the next two days, the team will:

• interview representative individuals and groups
• hold open sessions with faculty, students, staff, and managers
• conduct focus groups with students
• tour facilities
• review documents and other evidence

Members of the team will visit the Rowan at Camden campus, the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and the soon-to-be-completed Joint Health Sciences Center.  Rowan College at Burlington County will also be in the spotlight as one of our community college partners.  While most of the visit is coordinated and scheduled, there will be opportunities for the evaluators to see other parts of the campus and informally talk with members of the University community.  The peer evaluators are experienced administrators and faculty representing a variety of institutions and will bring valuable perspectives and expertise to this review.

Contact Information:

Alison N. Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
novak@Rowan.edu
856-256-3355

Roberta Harv ey
Academic Affairs Office
Vice President for Academic Affairs
harvey@rowan.edu
856-256-5140

Submitted By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

Students are invited to attend to attend an open session with the Chair and members of the Visiting Team during the 2019 Middle States Accreditation site visit. The open sessions are an opportunity to share what you have learned from the Self-Study and what you would like to learn from the Team.

Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.

Monday, March 11, 5:00 to 5:55pm, Student Center 129

For more information, please visit the Institutional Accreditation website. 

Faculty and staff are invited to attend an open session with the Chair and members of the Visiting Team during the 2019 Middle States Accreditation site visit. The open sessions are an opportunity to share what you have learned from the Self-Study and what you would like to learn from the Team.

• Open Session for All Faculty (tenure-track faculty and instructors, lecturers, part-time/adjunct faculty, librarians, and professional staff with instructional roles): Monday, March 11, 4:00 – 4:55 pm Student Center 129.
• Open Session for All Faculty (tenure-track faculty and instructors, lecturers, part-time/adjunct faculty, librarians, and professional staff with instructional roles): Tuesday, March 12, 1:45 – 2:25 pm Student Center 144.
• Open Session for Staff: Tuesday, March 12, 3:30 pm – 4:25 pm Student Center 144.

Please encourage students to attend the Open Session for Students on Monday, March 11, 5:00 to 5:55 pm in Student Center 129.

For more information, please visit the Institutional Accreditation website.

                Starting Monday, March 11, 2019, a team representing the Middle States Commission on Higher Education will visit Rowan University to evaluate our compliance with the standards of accreditation. Every ten years, the Commission requires the University to conduct a self-study of our initiatives, operations, progress, and commitments in fulfillment of our mission and goals. For three days, the team will meet with members of the University community and tour campus locations to validate their review of the Self-Study Report, which was submitted to the Commission on January 27. The team will conclude its visit on March 13 with an oral exit report to the University community of its preliminary findings and recommendations.  The team’s formal findings and recommendations will be reviewed by the Commission, which will then vote on reaffirmation of the University’s accreditation in June.

What happens during the site visit?

                During the site visit, a team of seven peer evaluators from institutions in the Middle States region will be on campus to:

• interview representative individuals and groups
• conduct focus groups with students
• tour facilities
• review documents and other evidence
• hold open forums with faculty, students, staff, and managers

Members of the team will visit the Rowan at Camden campus, the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and the soon-to-be-completed Joint Health Sciences Center.  Rowan College at Burlington County will also be in the spotlight as one of our community college partners.  While most of the visit is coordinated and scheduled, there will be opportunities for the evaluators to see other parts of the campus and informally talk with members of the University community.  The peer evaluators are experienced administrators and faculty representing a variety of institutions and will bring valuable perspectives and insights to this review.

How should I prepare for the site visit?

                Reflect on your experience of Rowan University.  The visiting team comes to the campus to see the places and listen to the people who comprise the institution. From your vantage point, what does Rowan University offer? How does the University provide opportunities and deliver on its promises? How does the University address problems and challenges? What does the University hope to achieve? Do your experiences meet your expectations? 

                Review the Self-Study Report. The Self-Study Report is based on months of conversations and research across all areas of the University.  Its purpose is both to demonstrate to the visiting team and to the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that Rowan University upholds its responsibilities, achieves its goals, and fulfills its mission and to provide a blueprint for future improvements.  Where does the Self-Study speak to you?  What are its highlights?  What possibilities does it suggest? What did it leave out?

How can I learn more?

                Visit Rowan’s Institutional Accreditation website. Updated regularly, the website provides information on the site visit and all correlating documents. Visit the site to learn more about the accreditation process, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, or previous accreditation reports.

Contact Information:

Alison N. Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
Novak@Rowan.edu
856-256-3355

Submitted By:

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Rowan University is pleased to present the final 2019 Self-Study Report, which has been submitted to the Middle States Commission on Higher Education as part of our accreditation review and reaffirmation. The Self-Study Report, prepared by members of the Core Committee (Vice President for Academic Affairs Roberta Harvey, Professor Subash Jonnalagadda, and Director of Assessment Jeff Bonfield) and based on the contributions of the Steering Committee and Working Group members, is now available via the University’s Institutional Accreditation website.

Members of the University community are invited to review the report to:

• Learn how and why Rowan University strives to be Inclusive, Agile, and Responsive.
• Learn about new initiatives and programs across the University.
• Prepare for the Middle States Evaluation Team Visit in March.

Every ten years, the Middles States Commission on Higher Education reviews Rowan University’s successes, progress, and commitment in fulfillment of its mission and goals. As part of this process, the University conducts a self-study to analyze current programs and initiatives and assess educational and institutional effectiveness.  The Self-Study Report presents the findings as well as conclusions and recommendations garnered through comments, feedback, and discussions based on the draft version that was reviewed by the University community in Fall 2018.  An Evaluation Team comprising representatives from peer institutions in the Middle States region will review the report, visit the campus to conduct interviews, tour facilities, and otherwise make observations or gather information needed to complete their recommendation to the Commission regarding reaffirmation of accreditation.

How can I get involved?

The accreditation process benefits when everyone is involved. Community members are asked to review the report in its entirety or the parts that are most relevant to their work.

1. What does the mission statement mean to you?

The visiting team is interested in how we turn the mission into action here at Rowan. We want to hear from you how you practice inclusivity, agility, and responsiveness in your daily life. Complete our online poll to share your thoughts and experiences.

1. Participate in the “Agility challenge”

Hosted by members of PRSSA, Rowan will host an “agility challenge” on campus to highlight how the concept is used on campus by various offices and groups. Join us Wednesday, February 20 at 5pm in the Student Center to learn more about “agility” on campus.

1. Visit the Institutional Accreditation website

Visit the website for events that center on inclusivity and responsiveness over the next two months. Updated regularly, our website will host the Self-Study Report, self-study blog, and any updates from the Core Committee. Visitors can also provide feedback on the report and request more information.

Contact Information:

Alison N. Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
Novak@Rowan.edu
856-256-3355

Submitted By:

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

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*** EXTRA EDITION - October 24, 2018 *

Last Middle States Self-Study Round Table Today

Join members of the Middle States Self-Study Steering Committee and Working Groups to discuss and generate feedback. Stop by today, Wednesday, October 24, between 5 and 6:30pm in Student Center 221. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. 

Review the Middle States Self-Study Draft here.

Notes from our first round table discussion are available on the accreditation website. 

Key takeaways from our first two round table discussions include:

• More discussion is needed around how the "inclusive, agile, and responsive" University mission aligns with the often emergent nature of opportunities and demands for University development.
• More reflection is needed on the challenges faced in the implementation of Rowan Core, the collaborative process that guided its evolution, and the role of assessment in continuing to innovate and improve the Rowan Core curriculum.
• More focus is needed on our vision for Camden and goals for growth and expansion.
• More analysis is needed to deepen our understanding of our diversity and inclusion objectives, initiatives, progress, and barriers.

Contact Information:

Alison N. Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
novak@rowan.edu
856-256-3355

Event Information:

Event Name: Middle States Self-Study Round Table Discussion
Event Location: Student Center 221
Event Date: Oct 24, 2018
Event Start Time: 5:00 PM
Event End Time: 6:30 PM

Submitted By:

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

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*** EXTRA EDITION - October 10, 2018 ***

1. Share your Thoughts

Community feedback in 2009 helped shape the 2014 Periodic Review Report. Feedback cultivated during the 2019 review cycle can help build and structure University actions over the next eight years. Specifically, the accreditation team seeks insight on the following two questions:

What conclusions do you draw from this Self-Study that would provide useful insights for the institution of 2027 and beyond?

What recommendations do you have for innovations and improvements that would make meaningful progress toward the institution of 2027 and beyond?

Click on the above link to provide feedback.

1. Join one of our Self-Study Round Table Discussions

Stop by any one of four round table discussions to meet with members of the University community who contributed to the report. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to drop in during each session to learn more about the report and provide feedback.

Oct. 12 | 2:00 – 3:30 Chamberlain Student Center Room 144

Oct. 17 | 12:30 – 2:00 Business Hall Room 104

Oct. 24 | 5:00 – 6:30 Chamberlain Student Center – Room 221

A review of the report will also take place during the October 26, 2018 University Senate meeting at 2pm.

1. Visit the Self-Study website

Updated regularly, our website will host the Self-Study Report, self-study blog, and any updates from the Core Committee. Visitors can also provide feedback on the report and request more information.  

Contact Information:

Alison N. Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
Novak@Rowan.edu
866-256-3355

Submitted By:

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

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*** EXTRA EDITION - September 20, 2018 ***

 Announcing the 2019 Middle States Self-Study Report

Coming by October 1, the first draft of the 2019 Self-Study Report.

What is the Middle States Self-Study?

Every eight years, Rowan University undertakes a self-study in preparation for review and reaffirmation of our accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The University’s accreditation certifies that we are fulfilling our mission to educate students, advance knowledge, and serve society. Accreditation signifies the validity of the academic degrees we award and authorizes our participation in federal financial aid programs. The Self-Study Report is a comprehensive analysis designed to demonstrate compliance with the Middle States Standards for Accreditation and Requirements of Affiliation.

The Self-Study Report is reviewed by a team of peer reviewers from institutions around the region, culminating in a visit to campus for in-person interviews and discussions.

The Self-Study is occurring at an opportune time. A new mission statement, debuted in 2017, highlights the ongoing emergence and evolution of our University and inspires new initiatives. The Self-Study details how we manifest the promises of our mission statement and University goals. The assessment and review process that affirms accreditation helps the University reflect on the growth and dynamic nature of our community.

In April 2017, Rowan University began the self-study and evaluation period for the Middle States accreditation process. The Self-Study Co-Chairs, Vice President for Academic Affairs Roberta Harvey, Professor Subash Jonnalagadda, and Director of Assessment Jeff Bonfield, analyzed the accreditation standards and prepared self-study design elements. In September 2017, members of the Steering Committee met with MSCHE liaisons to discuss the self-study plan and garner feedback on Working Group assignments. 

What comes next?

Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear more about the findings of the self-study and will be able to review the draft of the Self-Study Report. Then, faculty, staff and students are invited to participate in a self-study roundtable discussion in October to discuss the draft of the Self-Study Report and provide feedback. 

How can I get involved?

Join one of our Self-Study Roundtable Discussions

Stop by any one of four roundtable discussions to meet with members of the University community who contributed to the report. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to drop in during each session to learn more about the report and provide feedback.

Oct. 12 | 2:00 – 3:30 Chamberlain Student Center Room 144

Oct. 17 | 12:30 – 2:00 Business Hall Room 104

Oct. 24 | 5:00 – 6:30 Chamberlain Student Center – Room 221

A review of the report will also take place during the October 26, 2018 University Senate meeting at 2pm.

Visit the Self-Study website: Updated regularly, our website will host the Self-Study Report, self-study blog, and any updates from the Core Committee. Visitors can also provide feedback on the report and request more information. 

Contact Information:

Alison Novak
Public Relations & Advertising
Assistant Professor
novak@rowan.edu
856-256-4312 

Submitted By:

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu 

Approved By:

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu

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*** EXTRA EDITION - September 20, 2018 *

Announcing the 2019 Middle States Self-Study Report 

Coming by October 1, the first draft of the 2019 Self-Study Report. 

What is the Middle States Self-Study? 

Every eight years, Rowan University undertakes a self-study in preparation for review and reaffirmation of our accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The University’s accreditation certifies that we are fulfilling our mission to educate students, advance knowledge, and serve society. Accreditation signifies the validity of the academic degrees we award and authorizes our participation in federal financial aid programs. The Self-Study Report is a comprehensive analysis designed to demonstrate compliance with the Middle States Standards for Accreditation and Requirements of Affiliation. 

The Self-Study Report is reviewed by a team of peer reviewers from institutions around the region, culminating in a visit to campus for in-person interviews and discussions.

The Self-Study is occurring at an opportune time. A new mission statement, debuted in 2017, highlights the ongoing emergence and evolution of our University and inspires new initiatives. The Self-Study details how we manifest the promises of our mission statement and University goals. The assessment and review process that affirms accreditation helps the University reflect on the growth and dynamic nature of our community. 

In April 2017, Rowan University began the self-study and evaluation period for the Middle States accreditation process. The Self-Study Co-Chairs, Vice President for Academic Affairs Roberta Harvey, Professor Subash Jonnalagadda, and Director of Assessment Jeff Bonfield, analyzed the accreditation standards and prepared self-study design elements. In September 2017, members of the Steering Committee met with MSCHE liaisons to discuss the self-study plan and garner feedback on Working Group assignments. 

What comes next? 

Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear more about the findings of the self-study and will be able to review the draft of the Self-Study Report. Then, faculty, staff and students are invited to participate in a self-study roundtable discussion in October to discuss the draft of the Self-Study Report and provide feedback. 

How can I get involved? 

Join one of our Self-Study Roundtable Discussions 

Stop by any one of four roundtable discussions to meet with members of the University community who contributed to the report. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to drop in during each session to learn more about the report and provide feedback. 

Oct. 12 | 2:00 – 3:30 Chamberlain Student Center Room 144 

Oct. 17 | 12:30 – 2:00 Business Hall Room 104 

Oct. 24 | 5:00 – 6:30 Chamberlain Student Center – Room 221 

A review of the report will also take place during the October 26, 2018 University Senate meeting at 2pm. 

Visit the Self-Study website

Updated regularly, our website will host the Self-Study Report, self-study blog, and any updates from the Core Committee. Visitors can also provide feedback on the report and request more information. 

Contact Information: 

Alison Novak
Public Relations & Advertising, CCCA
Assistant Professor novak@rowan.edu
856-256-4312 

Submitted By: 

Name: Alison Novak
Department: Public Relations & Advertising
Title: Assistant Professor
E-Mail: novak@rowan.edu  

Approved By: 

Name: Roberta Harvey
Department: Academic Affairs Office
Title: Vice President for Academic Affairs
E-Mail: harvey@rowan.edu 

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Presenting during the University Assembled

The Rowan University Middle States Accreditation team will be presenting a brief update to the entire Rowan community during the fall University Assembled, which will take place on Friday, October 5, at 2:00 p.m., in the Tohill Auditorium of Bunce Hall.