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Running head: PROGRAM ALLIGNMENT PLAN
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PROGRAM ALLIGNMENT PLAN
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Program Alignment Plan
Student Name
Institutional Affiliation
Winthrop University aims at producing students that are
qualified, confident and well prepared to meet the challenges of
the real world. It focuses on providing important education
programs that are beneficial to society, and that will serve the
increasing societal needs. In line with the university mission,
the program offered should embrace research because it is the
main goal in every field of the university. Taking a program in
peace education that is not currently offered in the university
may not be beneficial to the students. It will be a waste of time
in achievement of their dreams and illegal to the university.
This is because the program is not in the university mission and
goals and doesn’t facilitate the university to achieve its

objective of impacting society through its area of specialization.
The program previously existed, but due to its failure to align
with the university mission, it was removed from the program
structure. It was removed from the system due to its failure in
equipping students with the skills needed in the current world in
solving the dynamics problems available. This follows a
directive that all programs that are not competitive in the
current world to be removed from the university system (Taiwo,
2016).
However the university needs to assess whether the program can
contribute its mission. Through that, it is easy to evaluate the
benefits that can be accrued from the program because all
programs must aim towards that in alignment with this program,
the university needs to consider that peace is an important
aspect of society. It should not be ignored because it promotes
social growth of the people in the society. A conflict resolution
program should be provided instead to cater to the need. It will
also provide the required knowledge and skills for the students
who take the program to be peace creators, and overall the
university mission and goals will be achieved.
References
Taiwo, A. A. (2016). Vision and Mission in Organization: Myth
or Heuristic Device? The International Journal of Business &
Management, 4(3).
2010-2011 DataBA Mathematics Grade Distribution Data 2010-
2011Course #Course NameStudents receiving A (%)Students
receiving B (%)Students receiving C (%)Students receiving D
(%)Students receiving F (%)Average GPAMTH 101Foundations
of Mathematics 323828023.46MTH 102Discrete
Mathematics102260442.85MTH 110Elementary
Algebra203842003.24MTH 111Intermediate
Algebra123748122.68MTH 120Trigonometry103949022.75MTH
130Differential Calculus183445303.48MTH 131Integral

Calculus73157322.81MTH 210Discrete
Mathematics225028003.68MTH 310Mathematical Statistics
I123848112.92MTH 311Mathematical Statistics
II123057112.55MTH 410Intro to Mathematical
Models243045012.84MTH 411Mathematical Reasoning &
Writing284833013.36CIS 125Intro to Computer
Software345411013.87AVERAGE
PERCENT18.538461538537.6242.3811.313.11
(%)Students receiving F (%)Average GPAMTH
101Foundations of Mathematics 364024003.57MTH 102Discrete
PERCENT18.615384615418.6243.6910.853.12
2013 Course #Course NameStudents receiving A (%)Students

PERCENT22.384615384622.3841.620.53846153850.543.16
PERCENT22.384615384622.3841.620.53846153850.543.16

PERCENT1838.923076923140.61538461541.38461538461.3076
9230772.9307692308
Program Term Student ID Program Rating (0=worst, 5=best)
Feedback
BA MAT 2 141227 0
There wasn’t any structure to the program, no clear path from
the
beginning course to the last course. There needs to be a clear
program roadmap.
BA MAT 2 141278 2
Each syllabus needs to be clear and more specific on what is
expected.
BA MAT 2 141980 2 Clearer directions of assignments.
BA MAT 2 141987 1 There is little transition from one course
to the next.
BA MAT 2 141667 2
There needs to be a stronger connection between the books
presented and the course materials.
BA MAT 2 141552 1
Many of the instructions for the assignments were very hard to
understand.
BA MAT 2 141765 4
Suggestions and ideas of how to approach the assignment could

have been gleaned from the sharing of weekly summaries.
BA MAT 2 141321 2
The trigonometry course was extremely difficult for this level
of
education
BA MAT 2 141890 1
Did not understand why a course on computer software fits a
mathematics program.
BA MAT 2 141555 5
The best course in the program is the course on Mathematical
Reasoning.
BA MAT 2 140112 5 Calculus was hard but I learned a lot
BA MAT 2 143677 3
I was not sure where Discrete Mathematics fits in the overall
program.
BA MAT Term 2 Student Feedback Report
Student Feedback
HEA 540 Final Project Case Study Scenario
Jamestown College
BA in Mathematics
The Case
Jamestown College is a private institution that was founded in
1975. The college has a suburban setting
of 155 acres in Rhode Island. Current student enrollment is

2,750 students. The most popular majors at
Jamestown College include Business, Economics, English
Language and Literature, Science, and
Mathematics.
Vision
Jamestown College strives to maintain the quest for academic
excellence by cultivating critical thinking,
creativity, and professionalism in our student-centered
community.
Mission
Jamestown College exists to provide an efficient student
learning environment focused on the discovery,
development, declaration, and application of knowledge through
a variety of academic programs.
Through its high-quality undergraduate programs, students are
prepared to accept roles in leadership,
business, science, and mathematics as facilitated by faculty
dedicated to teaching and learning as well as
the success of all students.
Goals
Promote Academic Quality
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to enhance
undergraduate education while promoting
high-caliber academic programs that promote student learning.
Increase Undergraduate Enrollments
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to develop and
implement targeted plans to increase
enrollments from key markets.
Increase New Instructional Technology
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to advance the
use of new and innovative technology in

instruction and in administrative functions, building upon the
platforms and resources currently in place.
Enhance Undergraduate Curriculum
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to support the
development of new majors and
undergraduate programs such as science, technology, and
computational science.
Enhance Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to collaborate
with business and industry partners to
develop plans for supporting the preparation and continued skill
development of the regional
workforce.
Develop New Degrees and Certificate Programs
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to create and
implement the development of new degree
and certificate programs that capitalize on regional needs.
Globalization
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to develop
strategies that sustain international
relationships.
Support Diversity
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to ensure the
broadest possible coverage that supports a
diverse environment.
Provide Student Success

The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to provide an
education centered on student learning that
will provide retention, progression, and graduation.
Build and Maintain Fiscal Sustainability
The School of Arts and Sciences will continue to build and
maintain fiscal sustainability that aligns with
Jamestown College’s mission, vision, and goals.
BA MAT Enrollment Figures
● 2010–2011 182 students
● 2011–2012 173 students
● 2012–2013 148 students
● 2013–2014 125 students
● 2014–2015 114 students
Regional Accreditation
Jamestown College is accredited by the New England
Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC),
through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
(CIHE). All programs Jamestown College
offers are encompassed by this regional accreditation. The
Commission on Institutions of Higher
Education of the New England Association of Schools and
Colleges is the regional accreditation agency
for colleges and universities in the six New England states:
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New
Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The Commission is
recognized by the U.S. Department of

Education as a reliable authority on the quality of education for
the institutions it accredits. The U.S.
Department of Education recognition of CIHE grants accredited
institutions the ability to offer federal
financial aid to U.S. students who are actively enrolled.
(NEASC: Commission on Institutions of Higher
Education, n.d.).
The Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences calls a meeting in
preparation for an upcoming program
review. He would like to conduct a self-study to determine areas
of improvement in the BA MAT
program.
HEA 540 Case Study Program Overview
Jamestown College
School of Arts and Sciences
Jamestown College’s School of Arts and Sciences understands
the increasing need for highly educated
individuals in the fields of arts and science to address the
diverse learning needs of a globalized society.
With this in mind, students are prepared for careers in various
fields such as environmental science,
global leadership, psychology and social work, computer
science, communications, and professional
writing. The School of Arts and Sciences programs develop
students to think critically and creatively, use
effective communication skills, conduct thorough analyses of
data, and understand how people and the

world around them work throughout the decision-making
process. All these skills and abilities are
essential for success within the public and private sectors.
Our faculty, who are highly regarded and recognized as experts
in their fields at a national level, take
pride in their diversified instruction practices and
individualized mentorship of students. Jamestown’s
School of Arts and Sciences provides a high-quality and
student-centered learning experience beyond
compare.
BA in Mathematics
Jamestown College’s School of Arts and Sciences degree
programs are developed using a balanced core
curriculum based on the arts and humanities, mathematics,
natural sciences, and social sciences. These
fundamental components ensure career versatility in a variable
and globalized marketplace.
Graduates of the Jamestown College BA Mathematics program
will distinguish themselves with their
problem-solving skills, computational and modeling abilities,
and excellent communication skills. These
skills will allow them to pursue scientific or technical careers in
industry, education, or government.
Also, the strong analytical skills gained from the program will
prepare the graduate to go on to graduate
school or to participate in creative and innovative efforts in
science, arts, humanities, engineering, and
business.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the BA Mathematics Program will be able to do
the following after graduating:

s in understanding how
mathematics relates to everyday problems
acceptance into a graduate program or
gainful employment
that is adaptable to changing tools
and environments and provides a solid foundation for future
learning
experience with the tactics of problem
solving and logical thinking
ysis and figure out the
right questions to ask
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the BA Mathematics program, students will be
able to do the following:
models
blems using mathematics

sophisticated mathematical skills
and reasoning to a variety of
audiences
mathematical models and
analyzing quantitative information
abilities to a
wide span of contexts (e.g., the
sciences and humanities) within real-world contexts
Career Outcomes for Mathematics Majors
Your Jamestown College mathematics degree provides you with
the knowledge and skills for various
career options including those of mathematician, mathematics
teacher, actuarial, business
administrator, computer programmer, data systems analyst,
financial analyst, and others.
College-Wide Requirements
All Jamestown College students must demonstrate competence
in writing and quantitative reasoning by
meeting the following three-course requirements:
ENG Principles of Writing 3 credits
MTH Mathematics course 3 credits
FYE First-Year Experience Seminar (freshmen only) 3 credits

Core Requirements
Jamestown College prides itself on developing well-rounded
students, giving graduates a competitive
edge in their careers. To achieve this concept, students obtain a
foundational knowledge in the liberal
arts and develop a broad range of both skills and abilities
beyond a major specialization. Each
Jamestown College graduate must complete 30 credits of core
coursework. Also, students are required
to take two 3-credit courses in each of five School of Arts and
Sciences study areas: humanities, social
science, arts and design, natural science, and communications,
plus a 6-credit senior capstone
experience.
Mathematics Required Courses: 45 credits
Core
MTH 101
Foundations of Mathematics
3
MTH 102 Discrete Mathematics 3
MTH 110 Elementary Algebra 3
MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra 3

MTH 310 Mathematical Statistics I 4
MTH 311 Mathematical Statistics II 4
MTH 420 Mathematical Reasoning 3
MTH 210 Intro to Comp. Software 3
MTH 420 Discrete Mathematics 4
Advanced
MTH 120 Trigonometry 4
MTH 130 Differential Calculus 4
MTH 131 Integral Calculus 4
MTH 410 Introduction to Mathematical Models 3
Electives: 45 credits
Total: 120 credits
HEA 540 Case Study Faculty
Mathematics Administration and Faculty, Jamestown College
Leadership
President
Senior Vice President
Chief Financial Officer

Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
Nathan Kanzie, PhD
Susan Cranston, PhD
Barbara Clark, DBA
Michael Santiogo, PhD
Administration
Brian Keogh, PhD
Dean—School of Arts and Sciences
Sandra Feeney, PhD
Assistant Dean—School of Arts and Sciences
Steven Rand
Administrative Assistant—School of Arts and Sciences
Faculty
Fred J. Randall, PhD
Richard Blanchard, PhD
Thomas Jamison, PhD
Carol Vegas, PhD
James Stevenson, PhD
John Vargas, PhD
Department Chair of Mathematics
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Sciences
Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Sciences
Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Sciences

Adjunct Faculty
Carl Anderson, PhD
Hayden Carnavale, MA Mathematics
Samantha Green, MA Mathematics
Anthony Mondo, MS Mathematics
Denise Matthews, MS Mathematics
Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

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