The program/unit review (PUR) is an academic process designed to guide a program’s/unit’s continued development and improvement. Every five years, faculty complete a comprehensive self-study of their programs (degrees, certificates) or units (e.g. related courses or contribution to general education) where they examine program curriculum, describe program improvements as a result of program learning outcomes (PLO) assessment, analyze student enrollment, achievement trends and through an equity lens, and develop a five-year strategic plan with resource requests towards improving student enrollment, learning, and achievement.
The goals of PUR are to:
- Improve or enhance student learning and program/unit completion through program learning outcomes and program assessment.
- Sustain or improve the program/unit's enrollment viability.
- Mitigate gaps in access and achievement among underserved student populations in the program or unit.
- Develop strategic plans that align with the overall mission and strategic directions of the College.
- Provide data and evidence to support resource allocation and decision making.
The PUR aligns with requirements for academic program review in the Board of Regents Handbook (Title 4, Chapter 14, Section 5) and with NWCCU Standards 1.C.5–1.C.7.
PUR self-studies are completed in eLumen.
View our many eLumen tutorials which include:
- Completing PUR Self-studies in eLumen
- Accessing PURs in eLumen for ASA Member Review