Identity area
Type of entity
Corporate body
Authorized form of name
University of Saskatchewan. University Studies Group
Parallel form(s) of name
Standardized form(s) of name according to other rules
Other form(s) of name
Identifiers for corporate bodies
Description area
Dates of existence
History
Created in 1970, the University Studies Group provides three basic services to the University of Saskatchewan. Firstly, it compiles and disseminates baseline statistical data. Secondly, it conducts one-time informational projects for Senior Administration, Deans and Department Heads, Committees, outside agencies, and to a lesser extent for individual faculty. Thirdly, it acts as support for university policy and planning functions through involvement in a variety of assessment projects such as college, departmental and non-academic reviews and the Academic Planning and Priorities Committee. Directors of the USG have been: G.W. Peardon, 1970-1973; M.G. Sheppard, 1973-1974; B.A. Holmlund, 1974-1980; K.A. Wilson, 1980-1985; M.L. Benson, 1985-1989; B.L. Dubray (acting), 1988-1992; B.L. Dubray, 1993- .