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16
Jun
2026
From Draft to Data: Designing Effective Surveys
Surveys are one of the most common — and most challenging — tools in institutional research. In this workshop, participants will work through realistic consultation scenarios to sharpen their ability to advise colleagu...
25
Jun
2026
Effective and Inclusive Demographic Data
Demographic questions (including social demographics like gender and programmatic demographics like major and class year) are an essential part of our survey ecosystem but are often left for last in survey planning. This workshop ...
14
Jul
2026
Using DuckDB in RStudio for Institutional Research: Fast, Local SQL for Enrollment, Retention, and Reporting
This introductory session explains how DuckDB can speed Institutional Research workflows inside RStudio by providing an in process analytical SQL engine that runs inside RStudio.
Participants in this session learn: ...
Participants in this session learn: ...
15
Jul
2026
Engaging the Campus Community - Data Literacy in Action
Recent research conducted by Forrester Consulting (2022) notes that 69% of leaders say a lack of data skills stops employees from using data effectively in decision-making. Decision-makers also basic data skills are rated among th...
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2026 Conference Proposals Deadline is Approaching!
03/25/2026
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03/30/2026
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