Academic Enhancement at the University of South Alabama leads special initiatives, like the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), to improve student learning and student success. We collaboratively plan, implement, and evaluate the QEP, and we provide ongoing support for institutional planning and evaluation and for SACSCOC accreditation. We are excited to launch our LevelUP: Uniquely Prepared for What Comes Next QEP this year.
Click the links to below to learn more about our current LevelUP QEP (2023 - 2028)
or see archives of our previous Team USA QEP (2013 - 2018).
Latest News
South to Host "Show What Matters!" Workshop on Career Readiness and ePortfolios
Thursday - June 25, 2026
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness will be hosting "Show What Matters!", a two-day interactive workshop focused on career readiness, communication and ePortfolios. The professional development event brings together faculty, staff, academic advisors, LevelUP Fellows, and campus partners to explore practical strategies for helping students connect their academic experiences to future career success. OIE is offering $300 in professional development funds for those who attend ($150 per day).
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Celebrating Year 2 Successes of the LevelUP QEP
Monday - December 1, 2025
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is pleased to share key accomplishments from the second year of its LevelUP: Uniquely Prepared for What Comes Next Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), continuing momentum in supporting students as they prepare for their next steps.
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LevelUP Program Accelerator Funding Competition 2025 Award Winners Announced
Monday - October 13, 2025
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 LevelUP Program Accelerator Awards, providing funding for innovative projects that help students connect their academic experiences to career readiness, reflection, and life after graduation. Selected proposals demonstrate creative approaches to enhancing student learning and engagement aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies.
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