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QUALITY ENHANCEMENT PLAN<\/div>

QEP Selection Process<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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QEP Topic Selection Process\u200b<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u200bThe development of the final QEP topic was an iterative process involving various stakeholders across the university. Through an institutional planning process, with a specific focus on the institutional needs and the viability of the plan, proposals were solicited by President Troy Paino in January 2021. While all suggestions could not ultimately be included in the final QEP, discussions, focus groups, and targeted feedback yielded noteworthy ideas for supporting students during and after their time at the UMW. The final proposal includes an actionable plan that reflects central concerns about the best ways to increase student success during and after<\/em> their UMW experience. Many valuable and significant ideas were developed during this two-year long process, which included three phases outlined below.\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Initial Review of QEP Proposals\u200b<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u200bThe initial development of the current QEP began with an email from the university president, Dr. Troy Paino, to all university faculty and staff regarding the reaffirmation of accreditation from the Southern Association and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At that time, a request for QEP concept papers was solicited. The deadline for submission of brief topics to the Provost and Provost\u2019s Council was March 31, 2021. Concept papers were required to include a topic or issue of student learning and\/ or success, specific goals, and a clear derivation from the university\u2019s planning and evaluation process. All concept papers were submitted to the SACSCOC liaison, and acting provost, Dr. Tim O\u2019Donnell.  Four concept papers, representing ten faculty and seven staff from centers, programs, or offices were selected for consideration. These papers included Civility, Engagement, and Argumentation- A Debate-Centered Model for UMW<\/em>, Community Engagement<\/em>, Designing Your Life- Launchpad to the Second Year<\/em>, and Eagles Thrive: Enhancing Student Learning Through Improved Wellbeing<\/em>. \u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In May 2021, Provost O\u2019Donnell appointed 11 faculty and staff to the QEP Development Team (see Appendix A). The members of the committee included individuals from all three colleges as well as staff from across the university. Three of the four concept papers were presented for consideration of further development. One concept paper was moved to the Center for Community Engagement for immediate implementation. The QEP committee\u2019s charge included developing a first draft of the QEP plan. The committee was also asked to consider an achievable plan that would support recruitment and retention efforts and prepare students for their time at UMW, as well as launching their post-college lives and careers. While the university\u2019s previous QEP was focused on essential skills for college success (speaking, writing, and research), the concept papers for the current QEP focused on the development of knowledge, skills, and habits of mind necessary for success in life and career pathways. After appointment, the committee met weekly or bimonthly for the next year. Co-chairs met at least weekly with the committee or various university stakeholders. \u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Three focus questions were presented to the committee as a starting point for the QEP development:\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n