Our Purpose
The Office of Institutional Planning & Accreditation supports Austin Community College’s compliance with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) policies and standards. Institutional accreditation by SACSCOC is necessary for the College to participate in federal financial aid for students and guarantee the transfer of credits to other colleges/universities. In addition, the Office is responsible for continuous improvement and manages the development and maintenance of ongoing Institutional Planning and Program Review to support the Theory of Change (Strategic Plan) and ensure compliance with federal, state, regional, and College requirements.
What We Do
The Office of Institutional Planning & Accreditation oversees two key areas for the College:
Current Initiatives
Institutional Effectiveness Report Card
- Upcoming: Convening Workshop – September 10, 2026 (Quarterly)
- Upcoming: General Assembly, IE Report Card Session – September 25, 2026
- July 2026 Employee Town Hall – Watch Recording [45:10 Minute Mark] + Recap
- The Institutional Effectiveness Report Card Moves From Planning to Action [Info Hub] – May 8, 2026
- College Leaders Come Together to Focus on What Helps Students Succeed [Info Hub] – February 26, 2026
- IE Report Card Presentation Slide Deck – Metrics + Goals – April 23 Convening Workshop
Program Review Redesign Project
Our Team
Dr. Misty Rasmussen
Associate Dean, Institutional Planning & Accreditation
misty.rasmussen@austincc.edu
512-223-7584
Kelly Rausch
Director, Institutional Planning & Evaluation
kelly.rausch@austincc.edu
512-223-7635
Maggie Maher
Coordinator; Accreditation, Assessment, & Planning
mmaher@austincc.edu
512-223-7581
Charity Benford
Coordinator, Institutional Effectiveness
charity.benford@austincc.edu
512-223-7253
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