"Innovations in Customer- Driven Applied Social Research and Agency Effectiveness Evaluation"

The Social Science Research Center (The SSRC) at Old Dominion University provides high-quality survey research, program evaluation, and performance measurement using scientifically rigorous social science methods, informed by current theory. The SSRC brings a collaborative, empowerment evaluation approach to all projects. With this approach, the customer is expected to participate in all aspects of the project, including design, implementation, and utilization.

In return, The SSRC brings accurate, reliable, and timely research results using methods and management that are cost-effective for the customer. The SSRC is dedicated to continuous quality improvement for all customers by providing timely information for data-driven decisions that improve programs, processes, outcomes, or systems.

The SSRC specializes in data analysis and policy development for human service programs and performance measurement systems. The SSRC is equipped in all forms of research methods and data collection including household interviews, telephone surveys, focus groups, and mail surveys. The SSRC staff is experienced in each stage of research study including data collection, data analysis, project management, data management, technical report writing, instrument design, policy analysis, data auditing, and the development of multi-media report presentations.