ACD All College Day A scheduled workday devoted to development activities for all Riverland faculty and staff.
Age Structured Demographics Systematic classification and analysis of student and community age groups and demographics, such as race and socio-economic status, to inform institutional strategies, academic programming, student support services, and workforce alignment.
Alternative Revenue Sources of funding beyond traditional tuition and state funding, such as grants, rentals, leases, donations, and partnerships.
Closed Credit Credits offered to students through contracts with external partners to provide credit courses that are only open to a select group of students. These credits count toward degree completion.
Community Engagement The intentional collaboration between the college and local communities to foster meaningful partnerships that enhance student learning and workforce development.
Demographics Statistical data relating to student populations, including age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background.
Equity Gap Disparities in educational outcomes among different student groups, often based on race, income, or background.
Fall-to-Fall Retention The percentage of students who continue their enrollment from one fall semester to the next.
FYE Full Year Equivalent
Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) A college or university with an enrollment of at least 25% Hispanic students.
Minority Serving Institution A designation for institutions that serve a significant percentage of minority students.
Noncredit Course/Program A course program that does not count toward a degree but may be taken for personal or professional development.
Outbound Visibility See Unique Value.
PACE Personal Assessment of the College Environment, an evidence-based survey to assess employee perceptions and satisfaction.
Q10 Question 10 of the Pace Climate Survey: Information is shared within this institution.
Q16 Question 16 of the Pace Climate Survey: Open and ethical communication is practiced at this institution.
Retention Rate Percent of a fall cohort of undergraduates retained, graduated, or transferred by the next fall term.
Social Opportunities Activities and events that promote employee social interaction and engagement.
Onboarding The process of welcoming and integrating new students/employees into the college community.
Student Retention Efforts and strategies to support student persistence and completion of their programs.
Student Success The achievement of academic, career, and personal goals by students through institutional support.
Unique Value Measured through perception surveys to assess Riverland's visibility and value in the community.
