{"id":12,"date":"2026-06-18T18:12:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T18:12:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/vice-provost-assessment\/vice-provost-for-academic-strategy-effectiveness\/"},"modified":"2026-07-09T10:41:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T14:41:01","slug":"vice-provost-for-academic-strategy-effectiveness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/vice-provost-assessment\/","title":{"rendered":"Vice Provost for Academic Strategy &#038; Effectiveness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 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class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"\/vice-provost-assessment\/academic\/\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Academic Assessment<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"\/vice-provost-assessment\/resources\/\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Records of prior program reviews, including feedback memos from the Provost\u2019s office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual assessment implementation reports with AAPC\/AAC feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accreditation materials related to the Higher Learning Commission, such as prior assurance review documents, quality initiatives, faculty qualification records, and links to HLC resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Message from the Vice Provost for Academic Strategy &amp; Effectiveness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the Vice Provost for Academic Strategy &amp; Effectiveness, I have the privilege of supporting institutional effectiveness through several key functions. My portfolio includes oversight of academic program review, coordination of student learning outcomes assessment across the university and service as the institution\u2019s Accreditation Liaison Officer to the Higher Learning Commission. I also oversee the Office of Institutional Analysis, which provides critical data and analytics to inform planning, decision-making and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since joining the University of Michigan-Flint over two decades ago as a faculty member in computer science, I have consistently been guided by a commitment to academic integrity, evidence-based improvement and collaborative problem-solving. These values shape my approach to leadership and reflect a deep respect for the role of faculty, staff and students in shaping our institution\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:34%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/vice-provost-assessment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/165\/2026\/07\/stephen-turner.jpg\" alt=\"Stephen W. Turner\" class=\"wp-image-24\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/vice-provost-assessment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/165\/2026\/07\/stephen-turner.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/vice-provost-assessment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/165\/2026\/07\/stephen-turner-247x300.jpg 247w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In all my work, whether facilitating accreditation processes, guiding assessment practices or improving the accessibility and transparency of institutional data, I aim to build useful, inclusive systems grounded in shared purpose. I believe meaningful change happens when we align our efforts with clear goals, honest reflection and a spirit of continuous learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I look forward to working with colleagues across campus to strengthen our university\u2019s mission and support student success in every form it takes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go Flint and Go Blue!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/directory.umflint.edu\/swturner\">Stephen W. Turner<\/a><\/strong><br>Vice Provost for Academic Strategy &amp; Effectiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Reporting Units<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office of the Vice Provost is committed to promoting academic excellence at the University of Michigan-Flint. Units reporting to the Vice Provost for Academic Strategy &amp; Effectiveness include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"\/aodc\/\">Accelerated Online Degree Completion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/gened\/\">General Education Program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/k12\/\">K-12 Partnerships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/ia\/\">Institutional Analysis<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admitted students, faculty, and staff may visit the Intranet for more detailed information. 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