Palo Alto University proudly honors outstanding dissertation work by our PhD and PsyD students through two prestigious awards: the Tondow Award and the Koopman Award. These awards recognize exceptional scholarly contributions and commemorate the legacies of two distinguished figures in the field of psychology.
The mission of the Department of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness (DAIE) is to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive assessment program to evaluate the institution's effectiveness in meeting its goals and objectives, as well as ensuring compliance with all accreditation standards and requirements.
Palo Alto University (PAU) places a strong emphasis on research and creative activities as a cornerstone of academic excellence. Our faculty, researchers, and students engage in a diverse array of scholarly pursuits, from innovative research projects to groundbreaking creative endeavors. We are dedicated to supporting these efforts through a range of resources and services, including grant proposal assistance, research compliance, and collaborative opportunities.
PAU aims to attract and educate students who are distinguished by their academic achievement, capacity for critical thinking, interpersonal skills, motivation to become exceptional educators and supervisors, and commitment to service.