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Avalone Presents to the Research and Planning (RP) Group for California Community Colleges


In response to feedback from the institutional research and planning field, the RP Group partnered with the Society for College and University Planners (SCUP) to bring Valarie Avalone, Director of Planning, to offer the SCUP Planning Institute I on April 6, 2015, in San Diego, CA. The RP Group, consisting of members from community colleges throughout California, strengthens the ability of California community colleges to undertake high quality research, planning, and assessments that improve evidence-based decision making, institutional effectiveness, and success for all students.

The SCUP Planning Institute is a one-day workshop designed to introduce higher education leaders to effective strategies for developing and implementing strategic plans. Avalone shared the SCUP Integrated Planning Model and engaged practitioners in hands-on learning experiences and interactive breakout sessions. Participants learned how to develop a strategic plan and foster a planning-oriented culture on their campuses. In addition, this iteration of the Planning Institute I workshop was tailored specifically for community colleges.

Heze Simmons, CFO/Vice President
Administrative Services
04/11/2016