Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 133-3-3 - Definitions3.1. "Accountability System." All research, reports, documents, data and any other materials, the collection, analysis and dissemination of which are necessary to accomplish the purpose of this rule. The system includes goals, objectives and priorities, public policy agendas, implementation plans, institutional mission statements and master plans, the statewide annual report, and the statewide data reporting system.3.2. "Goal." A long-term public purpose that is a desired and expected result for which public higher education is established.3.3. "Higher Education Institution" or "Institution." Bluefield State College, Concord University, Fairmont State University, Glenville State College, Marshall University, Shepherd University, West Liberty University, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, West Virginia State University, and West Virginia University, including Potomac State College and West Virginia University Institute of Technology.3.4. "Key Performance Indicator." A quantifiable measure used to evaluate the success of an organization in meeting objectives for performance.3.5. "Objective." End to be accomplished or attained within a specified period of time for the purpose of meeting established goals.3.6. "Priority." The order in which objectives are to be addressed for the purpose of achieving state goals.3.7. "State Compact." A formal written agreement between the Commission and at least one other external entity to achieve state goals and objectives where significant collaboration and commitment of resources between the partners to the agreement is required in order to achieve the desired results.3.8. "Statewide Annual Report." A report or series of reports that outlines significant trends, identifies major areas of concern, and assesses the progress of Commission and the institutions under its jurisdiction toward achieving state, system or institution goals or objectives.3.9. "Statewide Data Reporting System." A collection of information management tools that provide public access to data on the performance of the Commission and institutions under its jurisdiction.