Shared Stories, Continued Success Documentary

This student-produced and edited piece serves as an enduring digital archive of stories that emerged during our 2016-2018 self-study process in preparation for our reaffirmation of accreditation in 2019. As a student representative on our WASC Steering Committee, Tiffany Spaulding took the lead in developing this showcase. She is now a proud Stan State alumna and member of the Class of 2018, earning her baccalaureate degree in anthropology.

Documentary Process

Chapter One: Our Self Study Process

Provides an overview of the intensive multi-phased, multi-pronged self study. 

Chapter Two: Student Success - How We Define, Support, Promote, and Measure it at Stanislaus State

Shares our definition of student success, gives a look at programs and efforts designed to support and promote student success, and provides examples of assessment in action - including direct assessment of student learning within academic programs; co-curricular program assessment; and an overview of our improved data capabilities and data use to inform decisions. 

Chapter Three: Partnering with the Region

Brings to life ways in which the University partners with and serves the region.  In addition to showcasing community-based projects and programs, alumni and employers share insight into how Stanislaus State prepares students to lead the region. 

Chapter Four: Our Future at Stanislaus State

Gives a glimpse into the future at Stanislaus State, with highlights of the following: the priorities for Stanislaus State; how we will monitor and track progress on our strategic plan and our priorities; and how and why we have the fiscal viability and sustainability to follow through with our plans to 2025 as well as adapt to the changing higher education environment and needs of our region. 

Documentary Teaser Trailer

Supplemental Instruction

Learn why Stan State allocated an additional $100k for supplemental instruction.

Academic Success Center

Learn how the Academic Success Center supports Stan State students.

Promise Scholars Program

Learn how the Promise Scholars Program changes lives.

Educational Opportunity Program

Learn how the Educational Opportunity Program has a lasting impact.

Study Abroad Program

Learn how studying abroad expands horizons.

Service Learning

Learn how service learning prepares students to address real-world issues while serving the community.

Penumbra

Learn how Penumbra, an art and literary journal, is run by Stan State students.

Student Research

Learn how students create knowledge through research.

Career and Professional Development Center

Learn how three programs, Anthropology, Housing & Residential Life, and Music, use assessment strategies to inform teaching and program delivery.


Assessment in Action: Anthropology, Housing & Residential Life and Music

Learn how three programs, Anthropology, Housing & Residential Life, and Music, use assessment strategies to inform teaching and program delivery.

Anthropology Assessment

Housing and Residential Life Assessment

Music Assessment

Self-Study Process

Learn about the University’s intensive self-study process that led to the institution’s reaffirmation of accreditation visit.

Updated: August 29, 2023