Master of Public Health

1 Master of Public Health 2015-2016 FAMU-STARS Form (Instructional Programs) FAMU-STARS Report List for the level for Demonstrate knowledge and use of theories and concepts to explain, predict, and critically assess and solve public health problems. [program planning, communication, critical thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge and use of theories and concepts to explain, predict, and critically assess and solve public health problems. [program planning, communication, critical thinking] SLO - Student Learning Outcome; Identifier FAMU-StrategicPlan.1.3 Description Goal 1.3: Improve academic progression, performance, and graduation rates s Direct - Other/ Direct Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion 80% of students will pass all the required course exams with a grade of 80% or higher. Comprehensive Exam Instructor Course Exams 80% of students will agree on the student survey that the program prepared them to use theories and concepts to predict and critically analyze public health problems. Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Narratives

2 Direct - Other/ Direct Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 80% of students will pass all the required course exams with a grade of 80% or higher. Comprehensive Exam Instructor Course Exams been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of students will agree on the student survey that the program prepared them to use theories and concepts to predict and critically At least 90% of the current students passed all core and track courses (those admitted in '15 and '14) with a grade of B or higher. At least 90% of the students taking comprehensive exams in 2016, passed all sections on the first attempt. Some MPH online and onsite students required a second attempt in the Epidemiology comprehensive exam. All 100% of the MPH students passed the Comprehensive Exam within the time and attempts allowed. These data indicate that student progression is satisfactory in the program. All 100% of current MPH student respondents reported that they either agreed or strongly agreed with the statement I am confident that the program will prepare me for a successful Competency_1.pdf - Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.): No improvements are needed at this time. Some students might have been impacted by variation in testing instrumentation and format from one instructor to another. However, all required core competencies were addressed in instruction and in all administrations of the exam. - hod Change: No improvement is recommended in the area of preparing students to solve critical public health problems at this time. However, a change in

analyze public health problems. been met yet? career in public health. (See attached data report) Of the MPH alumni who responded to a survey, 93% stated that they agree or strongly agree with the statement "I believe that I have the knowledge and skills to be a successful public health professional". assessment timing may increase the number of respondents. Mobilefriendly, FAMU branded assessments were used in this assessment period. The window for the assessment was abbreviated due to the changeover to a new system. This issue is resolved moving forward. 3 List for the level for Critically analyze how the global, cultural, and social context of health problems influence conducting, interpreting, and disseminating research and intervention studies. Legends Standards/Outcomes Critically analyze how the global, cultural, and social context of health problems influence conducting, interpreting, and disseminating research and intervention studies. RO - Research Outcome; PO - Performance Outcome; SLO - Student Learning Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.3.4.1 Description Strategy 3.4.1: Establish a comprehensive research strategy identifying areas of critical importance to the University. s

4 Direct - Courseembedded assessment Direct - Courseembedded assessment Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion 90% of students will take and pass with 80% or higher the Critical Analysis paper in PHC 6100 Introduction to Public Health. As part of this class, students are familiarized with the global, cultural and social context of health conditions. 90% of students will take and pass PHC 6934 Topics in Public Health. As part of this class, students critically evaluate the public health literature and present the research and intervention finding 80% of students will agree on the student survey that they are knowledgeable of global and social influences on the conduction and interpretation of research. Direct - Courseembedded assessment Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion 90% of students will take and pass with 80% or higher the Critical Analysis paper in PHC 6100 Introduction to Public Health. As part of this class, students are familiarized with the global, cultural and social context of health conditions. been met yet? 100% of current students have taken and passed with a 'B' or higher the Crtical Analysis paper in PHC 6100 Introduction to Public Health. Students take the course in the first semester of their program Narratives - Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.): No improvement is indicated at this time.

5 Direct - Courseembedded assessment Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 90% of students will take and pass PHC 6934 Topics in Public Health. As part of this class, students critically evaluate the public health literature and present the research and intervention finding been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of students will agree on the student survey that they are knowledgeable of global and social influences on the conduction and The MPH curriculum includes PHC 6934 Topics in Public Health which list with the following rationale: "Course Rationale: Students will gain an appreciation for, knowledge of, and skill in the critical review of peer reviewed scientific literature on current public health topics as well as training in effective written and oral presentation." This learning objective is central to this course which all students must take and pass as part of the core curriculum. 100% of students passed this course with a B or better. Instructor evaluations indicated an average of 4 on a scale of 5. Over 80% of current students who responded to a Student Satisfaction survey indicated that they agreed or strongly agreed with the statement "I am Competency_2.pdf - hod Change: No improvement is needed in student preparation for this competency at this time. However, a longer response

interpretation of research. been met yet? knowledgeable of global and social influences on the conduction and interpretation of research". window will likely be needed in order to increase the response rate. Another strategy may be the timing of the survey to coincide with learning or experiential opportunity. 6 List for the level for Apply cultural competency skills and knowledge in public health practice. Legends Standards/Outcom es Apply cultural competency skills and knowledge in public health practice. SLO - Student Learning Outcome; PO - Performance Outcome; Identifier FAMU-StrategicPlan.5.1 Description Goal 5.1: Produce diverse and culturally astute graduates for the global workforce s Direct - Other/ Direct Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Indirect - Student Criterion 60% of Program courses will include demonstration of cultural competency skills and knowledge as one of the course objectives. 90% of student community service activities will reflect cultural competency education 90% of students will agree on the graduate survey that they are capable of

7 Satisfaction survey applying cultural competency knowledge and skills in public health practice. Direct - Other/ Direct Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion 60% of Program courses will include demonstration of cultural competency skills and knowledge as one of the course objectives. been met yet? In order to produce diverse and culturally competent public health professionals, the program provides opportunities to apply overlapping skills in practice and research in courses offered in the program. 90% of MPH core courses relate at least one competency related to cultural diversity, and 54% of the core courses emphasize competencies related to research skills. This satisfies the target of at least 60% of Program courses include a demonstration of cultural competency skills and Public_Health_Inter disciplinary_domain s.pdf Narratives - Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.): No need for change is indicated at this time, however, new course electives are being developed by faculty members to address this competency.

8 knowledge as one of the course objectives. Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 90% of student community service activities will reflect cultural competency education been met yet? Has the criterion 90% of students will agree on the graduate survey that they are capable of The target performance level of having 90% of student community service activities reflect cultural competency education is met. Students participate in community outreach activities through the studentled, faculty-advised student organization, Future Public Health Professionals. Advisors ensure that the activities selected by student represent the mission and goals of the IPH thus providing guidance and instruction in culturally competent service. 92% of current MPH students agreed on the graduate survey that they are capable of applying FUTURE_PUBLIC_ HEALTH_PROFES SIONALS.pdf cultural.pdf

9 applying cultural competency knowledge and skills in public health practice. been met yet? cultural competency knowledge and skills in public health practice. This meets the target performance measure of 90%. List for the level for Work with community organizations to educate on how to take control of one s own health [communication, cultural diversity] Legends Standards/Outcom es Work with community organizations to educate on how to take control of one s own health [communication, cultural diversity] PO - Performance Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.4.3.3 Description Strategy 4.3.3: Enhance the University???s involvement and service with community organizations throughout the state and region. s Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Criterion An increase in community outreach and service activities (e.g. training, workshops) by two. At least 90% of students complete required community service hours 2 per year increase in number of community-based student internships

10 Indirect - Other/Indirect Indirect - Other/Indirect 90% Positive evaluations of rotations: Positive evaluations of partnerships by all stakeholders Observation Reports 90% Positive evaluations of internships: Positive evaluations of partnerships by all stakeholders Observation Reports Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion An increase in community outreach and service activities (e.g. training, workshops) by two. been met yet? An increase of two new types of community outreach and service activities (e.g. training, workshops) among the MPH onsite students was observed in this academic year. Student presence in the FAMU DRS increased during this academic year and the number of MPH students involved in international outreach increased this academic year. This meets the performance goal of increasing by 2 programs. The MPH FAMU_Pharmacy_a dopts_south_africa n_children.pdf Narratives

11 Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Has the criterion At least 90% of students complete required community service hours been met yet? Has the criterion 2 per year increase in number of community-based student internships been met yet? online students do not have this requirement. 100% of students completed required community service hours. This meets the performance goal of at least 90% of students complete required community service hours. At least 100 community service hours are required for onsite students completing the second year of the program applying for graduation. The performance goal of a 2 per year increase in number of community-based student internships was met. Students performed on internships in the the Spring and Summer semesters, increasing the number of internship sites required and developed to meet student needs.

12 Indirect - Other/Indirect Indirect - Other/Indirect Has the criterion 90% Positive evaluations of rotations: Positive evaluations of partnerships by all stakeholders Observation Reports been met yet? Has the criterion 90% Positive evaluations of internships: Positive evaluations of partnerships by all stakeholders Observation Reports been met yet? The performance goal of at least 90% positive evaluations of rotations for MPH onsite students was met as indicated by the completion of rotation by all students in this academic year. Students who do not perform satisfactorily are subject to removal from rotation practicum placement. No students were removed or replaced. MPH online students do not have rotation. The performance goal of at least 90% positive evaluations of internships was met as indicated by the completion of all students who were assigned to internships during this academic year. Students who do not perform satisfactorily are

13 subject to removal from internship placement or reassignment. No students were removed or reassigned. List for the level for Utilize formal training in policy development and analysis to build partnerships with public health communities. [systems thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Utilize formal training in policy development and analysis to build partnerships with public health communities. [systems thinking] RO - Research Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.5 Description Strategic Initiative 5: Enhance and sustain an academic and social environment, promoting internationalization, diversity, and inclusiveness s Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Indirect - Course grades Criterion At least 3 major research projects that highlight the role of public health policy in serving underserved (20%) communities At least two internship sites in health policy and management (e.g., state/local government), as appropriate and aligned with student s interest and career goals. 90% of faculty/preceptor assessment of policy research projects and internships will be positive.

14 Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that the knowledge and skills gained during Internship will be useful in their public health career 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that the knowledge and skills gained during Rotation will be useful in their public health career Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Direct - Internships and clinical evaluation Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion At least 3 major research projects that highlight the role of public health policy in serving underserved (20%) communities been met yet? Has the criterion At least two internship sites in health policy and management (e.g., state/local government), as 3 major research projects that highlight the role of public health policy in serving underserved communities were developed and executed by MPH students. During this academic year three MPH onsite and online projects addressed health policy or environmental policy that relied on partnerships (such as data sharing) or built partnerships with public health communities. The performance goal of at least 2 internship sites in health policy and management (e.g., state/local government), as appropriate and 2016_Presentations.pdf Narratives

15 appropriate and aligned with student s interest and career goals. been met yet? aligned with student s interest and career goals (MPH onsite and online). Indirect - Course grades Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 90% of faculty/preceptor assessment of policy research projects and internships will be positive. been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that the knowledge and skills gained during Internship will be useful in their public health career been met yet? The performance goal of at least 90% of faculty/preceptor assessment of policy research projects and internships will be positive. 100% of this goal was met based on the satisfactory completion of the internship by the policy student. 100% of students who responded to a Graduate Student survey indicated that they agree or strongly agree that the knowledge and skills gained during Internship will be useful in their public health career. InternshipRotation.pdf Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that the knowledge and skills gained during 100% of students who responded to a Graduate Student survey indicated that they agree or strongly agree that the knowledge and skills gained during Rotation will be useful in

16 Rotation will be useful in their public health career been met yet? their public health career. List for the level for Demonstrate leadership and professionalism in public health practice by applying skills to sponsoring and organizing health events. [leadership and professionalism] Legends Standards/Outcomes Demonstrate leadership and professionalism in public health practice by applying skills to sponsoring and organizing health events. [leadership and professionalism] PO - Performance Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.3.2.2 Description Strategy 3.2.2: Provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff. s Direct - Other/ Direct Direct - Courseembedded assessment Criterion At least 80% of students will participate in the student organization, Future Public Health Professionals. This student organization provides leadership in the sponsoring and organization of the National Public Health Week events throughout Tallahassee and nearby counties: Student membership in FPHP organization At least 70% of students will take and pass with a score of at least 80 on PHC 6187 Professional Development in Public Health. This course introduces students to procedures that influence professional and personal development of future public health professionals.

17 Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey 80% of the students will agree on the student survey and course evaluation that PHC 6187- Professional Development in Public Health was beneficial in preparation for leadership in their chosen profession. Direct - Other/ Direct Direct - Courseembedded assessment Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion At least 80% of students will participate in the student organization, Future Public Health Professionals. This student organization provides leadership in the sponsoring and organization of the National Public Health Week events throughout Tallahassee and nearby counties: Student membership in FPHP organization been met yet? Has the criterion At least 70% of students will take and pass with a score of at least 80 on PHC 6187 Professional Development in Public Health. This course introduces students to procedures that influence professional and personal The performance goal of 90% of students having participated in the student organization, Future Public Health Professionals, has been met. Participation is not mandatory, but student participation remains high due to the opportunity for students to engage approved community experiences, develop leadership skills, and to earn required community services hours. The performance goal of at least 90% of students taking and passing with at least a B PHC 6187 Professional Development in Public Health has been met. This is a required course which students must pass in order to matriculate to graduation. FPHP.pdf Narratives

18 Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey development of future public health professionals. been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of the students will agree on the student survey and course evaluation that PHC 6187- Professional Development in Public Health was beneficial in preparation for leadership in their chosen profession. been met yet? 100% of students passed the course with at least a B this academic year. The goal of at least 80% of the students surveyed stating that they agree that PHC 6187- Professional Development in Public Health was beneficial in preparation for leadership in their chosen profession is met in this assessment period. All of the students who have completed at least 4 semesters in this academic year agree or strongly agree with this statement. According to the Course Evaluations for the course are generally favorable. List for the level for Apply ethical principles in research & evaluation related to public health. [professionalism and critical thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Apply ethical principles in research & evaluation related to public health. [professionalism and critical thinking] PO - Performance Outcome; Identifier FAMU-StrategicPlan.5.1 Description Goal 5.1: Produce diverse and culturally astute graduates for the global workforce

19 s Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion At least 90% of students eligible to conduct an MPH Special Project will have their research protocol approved by the FAMU Institutional Review Board. At least 90% of students who will be conducting an MPH Special Project will complete and pass the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) for research ethics education 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that they understand the importance and can effectively apply ethical principles in research and evaluation. Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Direct - Senior thesis or major Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion At least 90% of students eligible to conduct an MPH Special Project will have their research protocol approved by the FAMU Institutional Review Board. been met yet? Has the criterion At least 90% of students who will At least 90% of students eligible to conduct an MPH Special Project will have their research protocol approved by the FAMU Institutional Review Board. This criterion is met at 100%. Students must have a protocol complete in order to conduct student research. At least 90% of students who will be conducting an MPH Narratives

20 capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey be conducting an MPH Special Project will complete and pass the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) for research ethics education been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of students will agree at the exit interview and on the student survey that they understand the importance and can effectively apply ethical principles in research and evaluation. been met yet? Special Project will complete and pass the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) for research ethics education. This criterion is met at 100%. The criterion of having at least 80% of students agree or strongly agree on the student survey that they understand the importance and can effectively apply ethical principles in research and evaluation is met in this assessment period. List for the level for Distinguish among the different measurement scales and the implications for selection of statistical methods to be used based on these distinctions. [research skills and critical thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Distinguish among the different measurement scales and the implications for selection of statistical methods to be used based on these distinctions. [research skills and critical thinking] SLO - Student Learning Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.4.3.3 Description Strategy 4.3.3: Enhance the University???s involvement and service with community organizations throughout the state and region.

s Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion At least 80% of students will present research to faculty and peers At least 80% of students will agree on student survey that the program provides opportunity to gain experience in the area of statistical databases and technology (SAS, SPSS, GIS). 21 Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion At least 80% of students will present research to faculty and peers been met yet? Has the criterion At least 80% of students will agree on student survey that the program provides opportunity to gain experience in the area of statistical databases and technology (SAS, SPSS, The criterion of at least 90% of students presenting research to faculty and peers is met. 100% of students completing the program in this academic year presented their final special research project. Of the MPH graduates who responded to the survey, 80% indicated their agreement that the program provides opportunity to gain experience in the area of statistical databases and technology (SAS, SPSS, Narratives - Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.): Further assessment of this criteria is needed.

22 GIS). been met yet? GIS). List for the level for Demonstrate research skills by applying knowledge of the development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects. [program planning and critical thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Demonstrate research skills by applying knowledge of the development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects. [program planning and critical thinking] PO - Performance Outcome; Identifier FAMU- StrategicPlan.4.3.3 Description Strategy 4.3.3: Enhance the University???s involvement and service with community organizations throughout the state and region. s Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Criterion 90% of students will complete an Independent Research Study. 80% of students will respond on the student survey that the program provides adequate opportunity for research project completion. Criterion Summary Attachments of the Narratives

23 s Direct - Senior thesis or major capstone project Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 90% of students will complete an Independent Research Study. been met yet? Has the criterion 80% of students will respond on the student survey that the program provides adequate opportunity for research project completion. been met yet? Not met 100% of students completed an Independent Research project. 73% of MPH onsite students responded on the student survey that the program provides adequate opportunity for research project completion. 40% of MPH online students agreed that they had adequate opportunity to complete the special project. A special research project is required for all MPH graduates. - hod Change: Further assessment of this criterion is needed. The timing of the assessment should coincide with students' completion of the research methods course or thereafter. Summary: The previous year's assessment (2014-15) showed that 74% of Onsite students indicated agreement and 43% of Online students. In 2013-14 the assessment indicated 63% of Onsite students showing agreement on this criterion, and 80% of Online students. This year's student ratings may represent a trend. Further monitoring of this criterion will be required. The response rate for this survey was low and therefore this data may not be reflective of the true measure on this criterion. Current students may not have had the opportunity to develop related

research skills by the time they are assessed. This criterion may best be measured by assessing the MPH graduates/alumni. of this criterion is ongoing, with suggestions for changing the timing and the focus of the assessment. 24 List for the level for Explain the role of biology in the ecological model of population-based health. [public health biology and critical thinking] Legends Standards/Outcomes Explain the role of biology in the ecological model of population-based health. [public health biology and critical thinking] SLO - Student Learning Outcome; Identifier FAMU-StrategicPlan.1.2.3 Description Strategy 1.2.3: Enhance critical thinking skills of undergraduate students. s Direct - Grading with criteria or rubric Direct - Course- Criterion At least 90% of students will receive a score of 80% or higher on term papers and coursework in PHC 6100, Introduction to Public Health, regarding the Biomedical and ecological foundation of disease. At least 90% of students will pass the coursework with a score of 80 or higher in PHC

25 embedded assessment Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey 6018, Environmental Perspectives of Public Health. As part of this course, effects of natural and manmade disasters effect on human biology are described and evaluated. 80% of students will agree on the survey that they can effectively discuss the effects of the ecosystem on human disease and health. Direct - Grading with criteria or rubric Direct - Courseembedded assessment Criterion Summary Attachments of the s Has the criterion At least 90% of students will receive a score of 80% or higher on term papers and coursework in PHC 6100, Introduction to Public Health, regarding the Biomedical and ecological foundation of disease. been met yet? Has the criterion At least 90% of students will pass the coursework with a score of 80 or higher in PHC 6018, Environmental Perspectives of Public Health. As part of this course, effects of natural and manmade disasters effect on human biology are described and evaluated. been met yet? 95% of students received a B or higher on term papers and coursework in PHC 6100, Introduction to Public Health, regarding the Biomedical and ecological foundation of disease. 90% of students passed the coursework with a B or higher in PHC 6018, Environmental Perspectives of Public Health. Narratives

26 Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Has the criterion 80% of students will agree on the survey that they can effectively discuss the effects of the ecosystem on human disease and health. been met yet? 82% of students agreed on the survey that they understand the effects of the ecosystem on human disease and health Narrative List List for the level Narrative Demonstrate knowledge and use of theories and concepts to explain, predict, and critically assess and solve public health problems. [program planning, communication, critical thinking] Direct - Other/ Direct Type Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.) Summary No improvements are needed at this time. Some students might have been impacted by variation in testing instrumentation and format from one instructor to another. However, all required core competencies were addressed in instruction and in all administrations of the exam.

27 Narrative Demonstrate knowledge and use of theories and concepts to explain, predict, and critically assess and solve public health problems. [program planning, communication, critical thinking] Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Type hod Change Summary No improvement is recommended in the area of preparing students to solve critical public health problems at this time. However, a change in assessment timing may increase the number of respondents. Mobile-friendly, FAMU branded assessments were used in this assessment period. The window for the assessment was abbreviated due to the changeover to a new system. This issue is resolved moving forward. Narrative Critically analyze how the global, cultural, and social context of health problems influence conducting, interpreting, and disseminating research and intervention studies. Direct - Course-embedded assessment Type Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.) Summary No improvement is indicated at this time.

28 Narrative Critically analyze how the global, cultural, and social context of health problems influence conducting, interpreting, and disseminating research and intervention studies. Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Type hod Change Summary No improvement is needed in student preparation for this competency at this time. However, a longer response window will likely be needed in order to increase the response rate. Another strategy may be the timing of the survey to coincide with learning or experiential opportunity. Narrative Apply cultural competency skills and knowledge in public health practice. Direct - Other/ Direct Type Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.) Summary No need for change is indicated at this time, however, new course electives are being developed by faculty members to address this competency.

29 Narrative Distinguish among the different measurement scales and the implications for selection of statistical methods to be used based on these distinctions. [research skills and critical thinking] Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Type Other (If other, please specify in narriative box.) Summary Further assessment of this criteria is needed. Narrative Demonstrate research skills by applying knowledge of the development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects. [program planning and critical thinking] Indirect - Student Satisfaction survey Not met Type hod Change Summary Further assessment of this criterion is needed. The timing of the assessment should coincide with students' completion of the research methods course or thereafter. Summary: The previous year's assessment (2014-15) showed that 74% of Onsite students indicated agreement and 43% of Online students. In 2013-14 the assessment indicated 63% of Onsite students showing agreement on this criterion, and 80% of Online students. This year's student ratings may

represent a trend. Further monitoring of this criterion will be required. The response rate for this survey was low and therefore this data may not be reflective of the true measure on this criterion. Current students may not have had the opportunity to develop related research skills by the time they are assessed. This criterion may best be measured by assessing the MPH graduates/alumni. of this criterion is ongoing, with suggestions for changing the timing and the focus of the assessment. 30 Reflection - Overall Report Overall Reflection This section is designated for you to provide your overall reflection on the Report. The Committee will continue to monitor these measures. The MPH program produced a total of 45 (39 onsite and 6 online) graduates which meets goals for the department, College, and University. The IPH is currently undergoing a review of program goals and competencies in preparation for the next cycle of accreditation under the Council of Education in Public Health. In the next cycle, the new criteria which were rolled out on October 30, 2016 will be used. committee members are being trained by CEPH staff to incorporate the revisions into the assessment plan for next year. The key areas of expansion will be in global education and partnerships, as well as interprofessional education and training experiences. Supporting Information (Optional) Please attach any optional supporting documentation. Proposed Budget for upcoming Cycle (Optional) Please provide planned Budget and justification. Be advised that any budget allocation would be made at the College/School level and is outside the purview of the Office of University.