About AIRUMAs a regional affiliate organization of AIR, AIRUM serves to improve and disseminate research predominantly of concern to institutions of higher education in the Upper Midwest. AIRUM's goals are to provide avenues for professional development for AIRUM members, to provide a collegium for professional persons in institutional research and assessment, and to encourage association and involvement with the Association for Institutional Research (AIR) through AIR forums and other activities. We are a member-led and member-driven organization serving Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan (for a complete list see Colleges and Universities within the AIRUM Region). MissionThe Association for Institutional Research in the Upper Midwest (AIRUM) enhances the quality of higher education by championing data-supported decision-making to support student and institutional success. VisionAIRUM aspires to be a regional leader in advancing data-supported decision-making in higher education by cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community of institutional research. We envision a future where collaboration, ethical practice, and continuous learning drive student and institutional success. ValuesWe are guided by the following core values: Collegiality & Collaboration We foster a supportive and inclusive professional community that values shared learning, mutual respect, and the open exchange of ideas with the goal of student and institutional success. Professional Growth We are committed to the ongoing development of knowledge, skills, and leadership in institutional research and effectiveness. Student & Institutional Success We contribute to a culture of continuous institutional improvement and student success through the application of data that is ethical, transparent, and communicated responsibly. |
