Institutional Effectiveness & Special Projects (IESP)
Mission
The mission of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness & Special Projects (IESP) is to lead the institution
in planning and assessment while providing accurate,
up-to-date research data.
Purpose
In accordance with our mission, the IESP services
are designed to help all areas of the institution
become more effective in their day-to-day functions.
Thus, the IESP exists for the following purposes:
- To support the mission, purpose, and philosophy
of Odessa College;
- To
assist with the development and maintenance
of a comprehensive plan for the College;
- To
design, implement, direct, and modify the
assessment system for the College;
- To
initiate and implement research and to compile
and interpret institutional data;
- To
serve as the Southern Association of Colleges
and Schools (SACS) liaison; and
- To
assist various areas of the College community
with their planning, evaluation, and research
needs.
Philosophy
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness & Special Projects is committed to excellence in its services.
To insure that this excellence is not compromised,
the IESP maintains an impartial role to the
entire College community. The IESP approaches
all endeavors with the highest of standards and ethics and professionalism.

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