Academic Assessment



Assessment at CSUN


Contact Us

Undergraduate Studies,
University Hall (UN) 215
Telephone: (818) 677-2969

Bonnie Paller, Director, Office of Academic Assessment and Program Review
Anu Thakur, Coordinator, Academic Assessment
Eli Bartle, Coordinator, Program Review
Shally Dhiman, Administrative Assistant
Roxi Diaz, Graduate Assistant, Office of Academic Assessment and Program Review

Academic Assessment

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The purpose of assessment is to facilitate the highest quality educational experience for our students through the systematic collection and interpretation of student competencies at graduation, at defining points through the curricula (general education and major) and at entrance.


Due Date for Annual Program Assessment Report: September 30, 2013
Due Date for Annual College Assessment Report: October 28, 2013

Academic Assessment Liaison Committee (AALC)

The AALC is comprised of faculty representatives from across the University who meet monthly during the regular semester to discuss assessment problems and process. Read about the AALC's charge and download a current list of committee members.

Download the AALC Fall Meeting Schedule as a document
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