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IPEDS Updates and Roundtable/Q&A 

Presented by 

Meredith Abrams Adam Lee

Maricopa County Community College District Maricopa County Community College District 

Planning Research Director of Institutional Effectiveness Planning Research Analyst, Sr.

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1. Arizona’s 2024 Strategic Vision Refresh: A Chance to Collaborate on New Metrics

In this session Dr. Carrie Kisker will guide attendees through a series of conversations to identify potential new metrics and cohorts for the 2024 statewide Strategic Vision for Arizona community colleges.

Presented by Dr. Carrie Kisker

Dr. Carrie B. Kisker is president of Kisker Education Consulting in Los Angeles, California. For over a decade she has worked with AC4 and institutional researchers across the state to develop the statewide Strategic Vision report and create/update associated metrics.

2. Arizona Public 4-Year University Reporting:  Reports & Resources

This session provides a detailed exploration of various reports from ASU, UA, and NAU- all openly accessible to the public. These reports

delve into key areas, including enrollment, financial aid, completions, and post-graduate outcomes, shedding light on institutional

priorities and trends

Presented by

Alecia Radatz

Arizona State University

Senior Director University Office of Institutional Analysis

Perkins Reporting Update

Presented by 

Samuel Irvin

Arizona Department of Education

CTE Director of Data & Accountability

List of Nearby Restaurants

Unlocking Data Potential with Tableau: A Workshop on Dashboard Design and Strategic Integration

This session bridges practical tool-specific skills with holistic data solution strategies, emphasizing the importance of user experience (UX) research, dashboard wireframing, and analytics that support strategic decision-making.

Learn through case studies from expert Tableau developers:

• A UX-driven dashboard for retention data at ASU Graduate School.

• A strategic planning dashboard at Estrella Mountain Community College.

Participants will not only gain insights from these real-world applications but will also receive a customizable wireframing template. Whether you're looking to improve your data presentations or integrate actionable insights into your institution's strategic processes, this session will provide valuable skills and tools to enhance your work.

Presented by 

Lori Lindenberg Samantha Carter John Snelling

Arizona State University Arizona State University       Maricopa County Community College District - EMCC

Sr Director Data Strategy     Business Intelligence Analyst       Assoc. Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness

& Asset Orchestration 

Power BI Workshop

In today’s data-driven landscape, organizations seek actionable insights to drive informed decisions. Power BI, a robust business intelligence tool, transforms raw data into compelling visualizations. In this presentation, we delve into how Power BI empowers users to visualize data, automate insights, and learn from real-world examples. Join us on this journey of data enlightenment, where Power BI meets AI to unlock the full potential of your organization’s data.

Presented by

Trevor Hart

Eastern Arizona College

Data Analyst

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1. Immersive Helios Drum Experience

Presented by ASU Helios Decision Center for Educational Excellence 

2. ASSIST Steering Committee (Closed Meeting)

3. Small Group Sponsor Demo 

Presented by AzAIR Conference Sponsors

Kick off the 2024 AZAIR conference on a high note with a Thursday evening event in a relaxed environment for connecting with fellow professionals. 

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Teresa Bailey, President AZAIR

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1. Data Strategies for Student Achievement: A Central Arizona College Story

Explore IR life in Pinal County during this Q&A session with Dustin Maroney, Executive Director of Institutional Research for Central Arizona College, and hear how the college uses targeted data analytics to improve support and outcomes for students. From identifying student cohorts to ensuring effective paths to completion, discover how the college created an environment that embraces data-driven decision making and is shaping more successful educational experiences for students.

This session will look at real-world applications of data analytics in higher education, offering practical steps and innovative approaches that you can apply to help your students thrive. 

Attendees of this session will learn how to:

• Utilize data analytics to accurately identify students who are at risk or require additional support, enhancing targeted intervention strategies.

• Set up and maintain systems that track student progress, ensuring that all students are on course to meet their educational goals in a timely manner.

• Build a culture that values and effectively uses data, which can lead to more informed decision-making and improved outcomes across the institution.

Presented by 

Dustin Maroney Michael Taft

Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness           Chief Executive Officer

Central Arizona College           ZogoTech

2. Immersive Helios Drum Experience

Presented by ASU Helios Decision Center for Educational Excellence 

Arizona Education and Workforce Visualization

Presented by ASU Helios Decision Center for Educational Excellence 

Ensuring Analytics Projects Lead to Action and Positive Outcomes

At Pima CC there are more data project requests than can be completed by the team and available resources. We will share how we prioritize, execute, and evaluate projects to achieve success. The approach requires only a few key principles and tools, but when followed consistently has resulted in positive outcomes for the college. We will use several real project examples to illustrate how we applied these principles and achieved outcomes, including tripling dual enrollment and increasing the percentage of students successfully completing coursework, as well as deferring projects due to poor alignment. Participants will leave with an understanding of our approach, and how you can incorporate its principles at your institution.

Presented by 

John Van Weeren Özlem Ö. Kacira

Voyatek Pima Community College

Vice President, Higher Education Director of Institutional Analytics

Strategy, Analytics and Research (StAR)

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1. The Analytics Agent and Ethical AI Engine

Exlore how Arizona State University is using the Ethical AI Engine to assess the ethical implications of models, products, and vendors associated with the university. Additionally, learn about the Analytics Agent, a proof of concept developed to boost the effectiveness of Business Intelligence staff through targeted analytical support. This presentation aims to share ASU's commitment to ethical AI practices, highlight the challenges encountered, and provide insights gained from ongoing AI projects.

Presented by

Paul Alvarado

Arizona State University 

2. Immersive Helios Drum Experience

Presented by ASU Helios Decision Center for Educational Excellence 

Data Enrichment: Empowering Enterprise Asset Development and Actionable Analytics

Data within educational institutions tend to be less-than-ideal for use beyond the generating system. Accessibility, accuracy, completeness, consistency, documentation, structure, and volume are all typical concerns for downstream developers and analysts. This presentation will cover what data enrichment is, why it is valuable, and how it is being leveraged at ASU in order to support a range of both traditional and advanced applications, as well as how it relates to similar initiatives in adjacent spaces.

Presented by

 Josh Johnson

Arizona State University

AI Program Manager

Arizona Education Progress Meters and Postsecondary Education

Education Forward Arizona will review their Arizona education progress meters, share their polling results on how Arizona voters feel about postsecondary education in AZ, and discuss their research on the economic and social value of post-secondary enrollment, success, and attainment in our state.

Presented by Education Forward Arizona