Champions of UVU Data-Driven Exceptional Care

Through regular faculty and staff collaboration, the UVU Physician Assistant Program continuously evaluates student performance using a wide range of academic and clinical feedback. As part of its preparation for national ARC‑PA accreditation, faculty and staff meet weekly to review student performance, discuss successes and concerns, and identify opportunities for early intervention. The program relies heavily on data from more than 100 exams taken throughout the curriculum, along with student SRIs and clinical preceptor evaluations, to continuously assess and refine instruction. Rather than drawing a simple pass‑fail line, faculty closely examine low‑passing scores to proactively identify students who may benefit from additional support. This data‑informed approach has led to targeted interventions such as one‑on‑one tutoring, study skills coaching, and supplemental practice resources. Clinical preceptors consistently report that UVU PA students are professional, knowledgeable, and well prepared for practice — often performing at or above the level of peers from other PA programs or medical schools. The UVU Physician Assistant Program exemplifies how thoughtful use of data, paired with genuine care, leads to exceptional student outcomes.