Instructional Program Review 2007-2008

Description of the Program Review Research and Writing Process Faculty Members Involved Betty Nelsen, Matthew Stoehr, Jiayi Young Staff Member Involved Marlene Huttner Met over meetings + email communications Jessica Dove: 3d rendering

Recommendations from The Previous Program Review program will continue to modify and design relevant curriculum that satisfy industry demands and student needs faculty members will continue to actively engage in professional development opportunities to provide our students with a quality education. Matthew Dove: digital imaging

Program's Major Goals and Objectives Over The Last Six Years developed new curriculum in the areas of Web Design and 3D Animation developed on-line delivery for appropriate courses moved 3D Animation to Natomas, and offered other ArtNM courses in Natomas upgraded the hardware and software in the 127 Mac lab to adequately support the high- end technical demands of Art New Media courses Jeremy McCain: book pages

Devon Letzen: digital imaging Findings: 1 Were the goals and objectives achieved? All goals and objectives were achieved. Three out of the four goals were wise and one is not. Moving our 3D Animation program to Natomas proved to be unsuccessful Devon Letzen: digital imaging

Findings: 2 Were the recommendations implemented and what were the results? Yes, the recommendations were implemented. Our program continues to grow.

Ryan Krasovich: digital imaging Findings: 3 What other major developments and accomplishments occurred over the last six years? We continued to identify students needing extra assistance with students who qualified to tutor. We partnered with 4-yrs & feeder high schools. We collaborated with English, CISW, and Art. We continue to rely on our advisory committee. Ryan Krasovich: digital imaging

Conclusion: Strength of Program With the steady 26% increase in enrollment, we are meeting student and community needs by offering appropriate courses consistent with the college goals. Michael Panco: digital imaging

Conclusion: Areas in Need of Improvement improve student retention and student success rate, particularly for age groups of 18-24. address enrollment decline in 3D Animation. address lack of budget planning for professional development Christopher Le: “dark” spanish script study

Recommendations for The Next Program Review Cycle Develop orientation/advisory events for Art New Media students. Remodel RM127 to create an identity for art new media in order to provide a sense of community for our students. Move 3D Animation back to the main campus. Building professional development funds into budget planning. Paul Rubi: poster design