About Data Integrity and Stewardship

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The Data Integrity and Stewardship website serves as the University of Nebraska's central resource for promoting transparency, consistency, and trust in institutional data. It brings together data definitions, documentation, frequently asked questions, and information about our data ecosystem to provide shared understanding and context for how key university data are collected, managed, interpreted, and used.

 

Data Stewardship and Integrity

Data Quality Data Quality Data goes through a formal validation process by subject matter experts, data stewards, and analysts to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency.
Data Integration Data Integration Data from operational and core source systems is collected through a combination of automated integrations, standardized, and prepared for enterprise reporting and analysis.
Data Governance Data Governance The data ecosystem has established policies and compliance standards and places an ongoing focus on strengthening governance practices.
Analytics and Reporting Analytics and Reporting Data is subject to validation and freeze processes to establish accurate and complete reporting.

Originally developed to support the documentation needs of the Program Indicators report, this site has evolved into a broader resource for data stewardship across the institution. By providing clear definitions, business context, and supporting guidance, we aim to foster confidence in institutional reporting and enable more informed decision-making. As the University's data landscape continues to evolve, this site will serve as a foundation for ongoing data efforts and a shared commitment to the responsible use of data.

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Program Indicator Strategic Alignment

Instructional and research program indicators were selected based on their alignment with campus goals and mission. Instructional indicators align with the academic mission and efficiency and research indicators elevate institutional reputation and impact.

Strategic Alignment

Questions About Your Data

If you have questions about your data, start in your college and governance. Talk to your college's business center, the Office of Research and Innovation, your college's data analysts, etc..

Contact Information

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