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    Melissa L. Baker

    Assistant Vice Provost for Institutional Research and Analysis
    Carnegie Mellon University
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

    Melissa Baker has been a vital part of Carnegie Mellon University for over 25 years, starting in the Division of Budget and Planning, transitioning to the newly established Institutional Research (IR) department in 2005, and helping build the IR function over the years. As the Assistant Vice Provost for Institutional Research and Analysis, she oversees all facets of the university’s IR functions, including assessment, comprehensive internal and external analyses, and internal and external reporting on students, faculty, staff, finance, research, space, and alumni. With her years of experience at CMU, Melissa is adept at developing innovative solutions to both longstanding and emerging questions, leveraging her deep understanding of the university’s data, processes, and systems. As a member of the Institutional Effectiveness and Planning team, she is fortunate to be part of a cohesive team that is dedicated to enhancing the university’s thoughtful use of both quantitative and qualitative data to inform strategic decision making and support stakeholders across all facts of university planning.

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