EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS SUBCOMMITTEE

• CEE/UC, University Relations, NRRI, Intercollegiate Athletics

The following list gives examples of information which will be described in the self-study report and in other materials (e.g., Bulletin, Campus Data Book, publications for general public) made available to North Central. Existing sources of information will be used where possible. What descriptive information related directly to external relationships do you think it is important to include in the self-study report itself?

a. Administration, mission, and programs of UC
b. NRRI - structure, mission, research programs
c. Office of University Relations
d. Amount of alumni and other external support
e. Intercollegiate athletics - scope, structure
f. Agreements and relationships with other institutions, businesses, and organizations

The following questions focus on evaluation and are the major responsibility of this subcommittee. The goal is to identify strengths and weaknesses (areas of concern) in how the campus functions. The following should be considered about the questions:

a. Is the question stated clearly and does it address appropriate issue(s)?
b. What type of information is needed to answer the question and is it feasible the obtain this information?
c. Are there other issues which need to be included?
d. When concerns are identified, how serious (widespread) are they? How important are they in evaluating the overall effectiveness of our programs and activities?

1. Does UC have clearly defined goals and objectives, consistent with the mission of the campus?

2. Are instructional methods in UC consistent with objectives and suitable for clientele?

3. Are there clear policies and procedures, effectively communicated, and consistently administered pertaining to:

a. registration for UC courses?
b. faculty/staff recruitment?
c. evaluation ofUC instructional staff? Support staff?
d. type and variety of non-credit courses/programs?

5. Is UC responsive to community/industry/business requests for credit and non-credit courses/programs?

6. Is there a positive relationship between UC and the rest of the campus?

7. Is there evidence of commitment of campus to UC mission?

8. Is there evidence of support for UMD from alumni, the community, the region?

9. Is there accurate representation of the campus and its programs to external publics?

10. How effective has NRRI been in accomplishing its mission?

11. Are there effective policies and practices regarding relationships with and responsibility for intercollegiate athletics?