In its most recent review for reaffirmation, WSCUC recommended that the University of Hawai‘i–West O‘ahu strengthen its enrollment planning efforts. In response, the campus launched a coordinated, evidence-based approach to strategic enrollment management. This presentation will highlight the development and implementation of our Strategic Enrollment Management Plan and the work of our newly established Enrollment Council in aligning initiatives across academic affairs, student affairs, and institutional research.

John Stanley, Director of Institutional Research, University of Hawai'i-West O'ahu
Christy Palacat, Institutional Researcher, University of Hawai'i-West O'ahu

This presentation explores West Coast University’s comprehensive approach to program review, assessment, and quality assurance, demonstrating how these practices support continuous improvement and link directly to the institutional mission. West Coast University employs diverse assessment modalities including formative, summative, and diagnostic. Program review outcomes highlight improvements in student learning, persistence, and workforce readiness. The presentation offers actionable models for integrating mission-driven assessment with ongoing quality enhancement in higher education.

Tashea Hilliard, Chair - Science Department, West Coast University