{"id":947,"date":"2025-02-19T06:30:34","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T11:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bsu.edu\/teaching-innovation\/?p=947"},"modified":"2025-02-24T16:02:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T21:02:51","slug":"celebrate-this-years-excellence-in-assessment-recipients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bsu.edu\/teaching-innovation\/2025\/02\/19\/celebrate-this-years-excellence-in-assessment-recipients\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate this Year\u2019s Excellence in Assessment Recipients!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"snippet\">Meet the 2025 Excellence in Assessment Recognition Recipients!<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2025 Excellence in Assessment Recognition\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pA86MuZm1Ug?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Ball State University&#8217;s Division of Online and Strategic Learning, Office of Inclusive Excellence, and Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs hosted the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/about\/administrativeoffices\/online-and-strategic-learning\/provost-faculty-summit\">2025 Provost\u2019s Summit: Fostering Inclusiveness in an Evolving Educational Landscape<\/a> February 6 and 7, 2025. Each spring, Ball State faculty and staff are nominated and selected for Excellence in Assessment Recognition, and the honorees are celebrated at the Provost\u2019s Summit. Four outstanding faculty were recognized this year.<\/p>\n<p>The video above was shared at the 2025 Provost\u2019s Summit in celebration of this year\u2019s Excellence in Assessment recipients. Learn more about their incredible work in the sections below.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Meet the 2025 Recipients\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/academics\/collegesanddepartments\/sjsc\/about-us\/faculty-staff\/news-writing-and-reporting-concentration-faculty\/natalee-seely%22%20\/h%20%EF%B7%9FHYPERLINK%20%22https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/academics\/collegesanddepartments\/sjsc\/about-us\/faculty-staff\/news-writing-and-reporting-concentration-faculty\/natalee-seely\">Dr. Natalee Seely<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-948 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112203\/seely-natalee_april_2022-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait image of Natalee Seely\" width=\"300\" height=\"322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112203\/seely-natalee_april_2022-copy.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112203\/seely-natalee_april_2022-copy-280x300.jpg 280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">Dr. Natalee Seely was <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">recognized <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">for her innovative assessment practices. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">T<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">he recipient of this <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">recognition<\/span><\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">goes<\/span><\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">above and beyond<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\"> expected assessment practices and <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">initiat<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">es<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW236938805 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\"> an innovative assessment method that result<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">s<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">\u00a0in improvement of an academic or co-curricular program at Ball State. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">Natalee <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">Seely<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\"> serves as <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">Associate Professor <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">in the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">School of Journalism and Strategic Communication <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">housed in the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW236938805 BCX0\">College of Communication, Information, and Media.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW236938805 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>As Assessment Coordinator in her unit, Natalee oversees seven areas of assessment and provides innovative measures of student success in the constantly evolving field of journalism. For example, she fosters relationships with industry professionals and alumni who help evaluate capstone projects and she regularly updates the comprehensive exam to operationalize student learning outcomes. She continually streamlines assessment strategies for efficiency, and she uses data to develop annual action plans that address student deficiencies identified through assessment.<\/p>\n<p>When asked about assessment, Natalee had this to share.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>The School of Journalism and Strategic Communications takes pride in graduating skilled, ethical storytellers and communicators who are ready for real-world experience. Our assessment measures make sure students are on track, give us valuable feedback about where our unit can improve, and keep our school up-to-date and accountable.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/academics\/libraries\/about\/staff\/deansoffice\/pettsamy\">Dr. Amy Petts<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112431\/amy-petts_university-libraries_feb-2024.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait image of Amy Petts\" width=\"300\" height=\"322\" \/>Dr. Amy Petts was honored for her collaborative work in assessment. The recipient of this recognition represents an individual, program, or unit for exemplary assessment methods in partnership with other stakeholder groups, such as BSU students, staff, alumni, community partners, and employers to implement positive changes. Amy Petts is Interim Dean of University Libraries and Senior Manager of Assessment, Planning, and Outreach.<\/p>\n<p>Amy collaborates with units across campus and provides inspirational leadership in assessment for University Libraries programming throughout the year. She revamped the data collection techniques and reporting methods to create a strong, mixed-methods approach to assess learning outcomes in University Libraries. Amy shares assessment results broadly, and she uses the information to continually improve future library plans and services.<\/p>\n<p>Amy recently shared that,<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>At University Libraries, assessment has been a team process, and the process has been instrumental in helping us share our value and enrich our understanding of where we can have the greatest impact for the communities we serve.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/academics\/collegesanddepartments\/modern-languages-classics\/about-us\/faculty-staff\/faculty\/matsumoto-kazumi\">Dr. Kazumi Matsumoto<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112541\/matsumoto_kazumi.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait image of Kazumi Matsumoto\" width=\"300\" height=\"322\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW144559718 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">Dr. Kazumi Matsumoto was recognized for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">creating a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW144559718 BCX0\">student centered<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\"> learning environment at Ball State. The recipient <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">of this recognition<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">disaggregates data to<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">ensure all students are supported and empowered as partners in the assessment process.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">Kazumi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\"> Matsumoto serves as <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">Associate Professor of Japanese in the Departme<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">nt of Mo<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144559718 BCX0\">dern Languages and Classics housed in the College of Sciences and Humanities.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW144559718 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">Kazumi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\"> ensures the department\u2019s assessment practices <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">are data-informed and aligned<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\"> with institutional goals. She focuses on meticulously understanding and addressing the needs and abilities of <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">all students<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\"> in her department. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">Kazumi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\"> develops tools to investigate the dynamic interplay <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">between factors in learner\u2019s achievements<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">. Her data <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">identif<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\">y<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW205165628 BCX0\"> strengths and weaknesses of the curriculum, paving the way for future revisions and enhancements.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW205165628 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>When asked about the power of assessment in her work, Kazumi shared that,<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Assessment is a significant tool for strengthening our program and enhancing student learning in our department. Through continuous evaluation, we can identify areas for improvement and effectively support student success in our programs.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/academics\/collegesanddepartments\/management\/about-us\/faculty-and-staff\/florescarla\">Carla Flores<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/bsu-wpe-blogs.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/14112704\/flores_carla-280x300.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait image of Carla Flores\" width=\"300\" height=\"322\" \/><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW116774729 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">Carla Flores was recognized for her <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW116774729 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">contributions to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">promote assessment<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\"> at Ball State. The individual, program<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\"> or unit <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">of this <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">recognition <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">has achieved meritorious distinction by modeling sustained, effective use of assessment processes to make substantial and positive changes. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">Carla Flores serves as <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116774729 BCX0\">Associate Lecturer of Management in the Miller College of Business.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW116774729 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>As an active member of her college\u2019s Assurance of Learning (AoL) Committee for nearly a decade, Carla cultivates enthusiasm for assessment among her colleagues. She facilitates annual AoL events that celebrate effective teaching and learning, encourage collaboration and data sharing, help close the assessment loop, and ultimately improve student learning and success. As an active member of the University Assessment Committee (UAC), Carla volunteered to conduct an analysis of Ball State\u2019s program assessment reporting by examining rubrics containing UAC feedback. Her quantitative and qualitative analysis provided the UAC with ways in which Ball State can build on its strengths and continually improve program assessment and reporting. Carla\u2019s 10-page report is available on the website <a href=\"https:\/\/ballstate.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/VPAA\/EZa5bvXZrtFBiNJIYMhYgygBi_Hf362j6Qk96P7cDqA-eA?e=WfqXYP\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>When informed about the recognition, Carla shared,<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>The Excellence in Assessment recognition is unexpected and very much appreciated. Thanks to you and the selection committee for this honor!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Congratulations to each of the 2025 Excellence in Assessment recipients!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Consider a Colleague for Next Year\u2019s Recognition!\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">Ball State\u2019s University Assessment Committee (UAC) recognizes individuals, programs, or units for extraordinary contributions to <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">Ball State\u2019s <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">a<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">ssessment<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\"> practices<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\"> through ongoing efforts in the classroom, on committees, and\/or in projects that have broad benefits and lead <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">to improvement. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW130174174 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">To learn more<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\"> about the process and nominat<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\"> a colleague <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">for next year\u2019s recognition<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">, visit the <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW130174174 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bsu.edu\/about\/administrativeoffices\/vice-provost\/administrative-services\/program-assessments#accordion_excellenceinassessmentrecognition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Program Assessments landing page linked here<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130174174 BCX0\"> Thank you for joining us in celebrating this year\u2019s recipients!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meet the 2025 Excellence in Assessment Recognition Recipients! 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