Institutional learning outcomes were etsablished in 2014 in the Realizing UB 2020 report. The Office of Curriculum, Assessment and Teaching Transformation, in collaboration with the University Assessment Council, compiles assessment data to demonstrate student achievement of these outcomes.

Program assessment is very important for ensuring that UB students are achieving important learning outcomes for the degree program and is also key for demonstrating to our external stakeholders that we take our educational mission seriously and are committed to continuous improvement.

Comprehensive Program Review, conducted by university departments and supported by the Office of Curriculum, Assessment and Teaching Transformation, contributes to the university’s educational and research mission by ensuring quality assessments and continual improvement of graduate and undergraduate programs.

At UB, course evaluations are just one method for examining teaching effectiveness. Several additional options are available, and these can all be initiated by individual instructors or by department chairs and/or faculty mentors. CATT can provide additional information and support for the following approaches:

Course evaluations are an important part of UB's commitment to academic excellence. Course evaluations are now administered by the Office of Curriculum Assessment & Teaching Transformation, with oversight provided by the Course Evaluation Advisory Committee.