Robin Jacobson

Professor of Politics and Government


Curriculum vitae



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Politics and Government

University of Puget Sound



Program Evaluation


Human Centered Organizational Growth and Program Evaluation. 

Robin collaborates with organizations to help them achieve their goals. She has helped facilitate processes of organizations and boards to clarify mission and goals, established processes to allow to improve ongoing assessment and evaluation for both internal organization improvement and for use with securing and reporting on use of funds, and has conducted program evaluations for nonprofit and government organizations. Whether an organization has existing assessment plans and seeks an external perspective to interpret and articulate findings, or requires assistance in realigning with their vision and desired outcomes, Robin offers tailored support. 
 Some examples of her work in program evaluation include: 
 
 For Advocates for Immigrants in Detention Northwest, Robin provided invaluable guidance in collecting and utilizing metrics to assess program performance, secure funding, and communicate outcomes to stakeholders. Beyond program evaluation, her expertise in stakeholder analysis informed the development of targeted advocacy plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community needs.
 
 At the University of Puget Sound, Robin played a key role in evaluating a wide range of programs, including administrative, academic, and auxiliary initiatives. By devising innovative strategies to measure program mission-centeredness and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data, she delivered actionable insights and recommendations for organizational
 improvement.
 
Currently, Robin is part of a team working to evaluate an eviction prevention program for Pierce County Human Services. By conducting thorough assessments, including focus groups and interviews with clients and landlords, she aims to provide evidence-based recommendations to optimize program effectiveness. 
For organizations seeking expert guidance in program evaluation and policy development, Robin offers tailored solutions to drive positive outcomes and maximize impact. 


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