About the A-Team

Mission & Goals

The Assessment Team (A-Team) serves as a central coordinating point for the assessment efforts of Student Affairs by assisting staff members as they plan and implement programs and services that align with the strategic priorities of Auburn University and Student Affairs.

Goal 1

Culture of Evidence: The A-Team will encourage the continuous imporovement of departmental and Student Affairs - wide assessment efforts

Objectives/Action Steps:

  • Build a culture of evidence through transparent knowledge by sharing findings and by sharing how departments use results to make improvements.
  • Promote the effective and efficient use of resources and data to maintain and improve quality across Student Affairs.
  • Encourage the use of assessment to be congruent with evidence-based practices and programs.
  • Use data to identify strengths and weaknesses for decision-making.
  • Advocate for the use of assessment throughout the Student Affairs at all levels.

Goal 2

Support: The A-Team will serve as a resource for the assessment needs of Student Affairs

Objectives/Action Steps:

  • Assist in developing assessments that will allow for the collection of the most relevant information to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Offer guidance as appropriate from the beginning stages of assessment planning through completion.
  • Provide opportunities for department staff members to share their findings with Student Affairs.

A-Team Members

Vanessa Harrison, Ph.D.

Vanessa Harrison, Ph.D.

Assessment & Strategic Planning
(334) 844-1321
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Alice Lee Konstant

Alice Lee Konstant

Auburn University Medical Clinic
(334) 844-6106
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Amber Johnson

Amber Johnson

First Year Experience
(334) 844-4501
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Rachel Odomes, M.E.

Rachel Odomes, M.E.

Assessment & Strategic Planning
(334) 844-5004
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Andrea Conti-Elkins

Andrea Conti-Elkins

Melton Student Center
(334) 844-1303
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Lexy Payne

Lexy Payne

University Housing

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Amy Mosely

Amy Mosely

Business & Finance
(334) 844-1346
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Sydney Riley

Sydney Riley

Melton Student Center
(334) 844-2376
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Kevin Simmon

Kevin Simmon

Parent & Family Programs

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Towanna Sears

Towanna Sears

Tiger Dining

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Brad Goggins

Brad Goggins

Property Managment
(334) 844-4477
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Kathryn-Ruth Sasser

Kathryn-Ruth Sasser

Greek Life
(334) 844-4631
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Mike Smith

Mike Smith

Veterans Resource Center

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Jenny Larson

Jenny Larson

Recreation & Wellness
(334) 844-0023
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Kristee Treadwell, Ph.D.

Kristee Treadwell, Ph.D.

Student Counseling & Psychological Services
334-844-4000
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Susan Osayande

Susan Osayande

Assessment & Strategic Planning
(334) 844-5004
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