Ethics and integrity are central, indispensable, and defining hallmarks of effective higher education institutions. In all activities, whether internal or external, an institution must be faithful to its mission, honor its contracts and commitments, adhere to its policies, and represent itself truthfully.  Working Group for Standard II

Ms. Jessica Rosario – Steering Committee

• Prof. Efraín Colón – Education Chair Department
• Mr. Juan E. Santiago – Human Resources Office
• Dr. Ruth N. Mercado – CEDE
• Dr. Gladys M. Laboy – Title IX
• Ms. Sonia Placeres – Student Financial Aid
• Mr. José E. Rosario – Information System Office

An institution provides students with learning experiences that are characterized by rigor and coherence at all programs, certificates, and degree levels, regardless of instructional modality. All learning experiences, regardless of modality, program pace/schedule, level, and setting are consistent with higher education expectations.  Working Group for Standard III

Dr. Juan Caraballo Resto – Steering Committee

• Prof. Awilda M. Caraballo – Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
• Prof. Ana M. Soto – Business Administration Department
• Dr. Héctor Isona – Library
• Ms. Ana Rivera – Library
• Dr. Clary Enid Ramos – Distance Education Division
• Dr. Wilfredo Resto – Chemistry Department/U-RISE Program
• Dr. Sally J. Delgado – English Department

Across all educational experiences, settings, levels, and instructional modalities, the institution recruits and admits students whose interests, abilities, experiences, and goals are congruent with its mission and educational offerings. The institution commits to student retention, persistence, completion, and success through a coherent and effective support system sustained by qualified professionals, which enhances the quality of the learning environment, contributes to the educational experience, and fosters student success. Working Group for Standard IV

Mr. Hecberto Falcón – Steering Committee

• Dr. Carilú Pérez – CEDE
• Ms. Daisy Ramos – Registrar
• Dr. Rochellie Martínez – Dean of Students Affairs
• Mr. Jesús Martínez – DECEP
• Dr. Dalvin Méndez – Chemistry Chair Department
• Dr. José A. Estrada – CAE
• Dr. Thayra M. Reyes – English Department

Assessment of student learning and achievement demonstrates that the institution’s students have accomplished educational goals consistent with their program of study, degree level, the institution’s mission, and appropriate expectations for institutions of higher education. Working Group for Standard V

Ms. Olga Sierra – Steering Committee

• Dr. Gabriel Román – Education Department
• Dr. Xiomara B. Santiago – Business Administration Chair Department
• Dr. Patria C. López de Victoria – English Department
• Dr. María I. de Jesús – Natural Sciences General Program Coordinator
• Dr. Carmen B. Berrios – Division of Continuing Education

The institution’s planning processes, resources, and structures are aligned with each other and are sufficient to fulfill its mission and goals, to continuously assess and improve its programs and services, and to respond effectively to opportunities and challenges. Working Group for Standard VI

Prof. Fernando Vázquez Calle – Steering Committee

• Ms. María M. Santiago – Budget Office
• Dr. Ángel A. Ortiz – Business Administration Department
• Ms. Enid M. Ríos – Human Resources Director
• Mr. Pedro Ayala – Student Financial Aid Director
• Mr. Carlos E. Rosas – Dean of Administrative Affairs
• Dr. Rosario Rivera – Social Science Department
• Mr. Raymond Rodriguez Burgos – Student Council