Thomas MacFarland

Thomas MacFarland is a Senior Research Associate in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness under the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs at Nova Southeastern University. He has been affiliated with the institution since 1988, transitioning to administrative leave in the Office of Institutional Research since 1994. His work involves consulting on research methods, statistical design, and institutional assessment.

Research Focus: Dr. MacFarland specializes in institutional research, student learning outcomes assessment, utilization of federal data resources, and K-12 computer science education. His contributions bridge academia and administrative policy, supporting institutional decision-making through data-driven insights.

Affiliations:

• Current Role: Senior Research Associate (Office of Institutional Effectiveness)
• Prior Role: Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences (1988–1994)

Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grants listed in available records.