IC Data Request Process

The IC Data Request Process introduces a single, unified form for requesting data from Institutional Research (IR), Analytics, and other college offices. This new process launches on January 30, 2026, streamlines how data requests are submitted and assigned across campus.

Audience

This article is intended for IC faculty and staff.

Platform

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What's Changing and Why

  • A single unified form will replace many existing area-specific data request forms.
  • Centralized visibility of requests for datasets, reports, and dashboards will reduce duplication and help identify common data needs across campus.
  • Improved transparency, efficiency, and support for data governance.

What's Not Changing

  • Common College datasets remain available on the IR Website.
  • Area-specific reporting tools like Reporting Center, Power BI, and Tableau, are not changing.
  • Department-level processes for operational operational data use remain the same.

What Can Be Requested

  • Access to existing datasets, reports, or dashboards
  • Creation of new reports, datasets, or dashboards
  • One-time data requests
  • Modifications or error fixes of existing reports or dashboards
  • Other data-related needs

Getting Started

Access via Web 

  1. Go to ithaca.edu/institutional-research/ic-data-requests  in a web browser
  2. Scroll down and click Submit an IC Data Request
  3. Sign in with your Ithaca College credentials if prompted

Process Steps

  1. Submit Request: Complete the IC Data Request Form. A confirmation email will be sent to the requester.
  2. Triage by IT&A: The IT&A triage team reviews and assigns the request to the appropriate area (IR, Analytics, or department data steward).
  3. Assignment & Acknowledgement: The assigned area acknowledges the request and the requester will receive an email notification of assignment.
  4. Follow-Up & Fulfillment: The assignee communicates with the requester and fulfills the request using existing tools and processes.

Note: Please provide reasonable lead time when specifying deadlines in the request form.

Key Benefits

  • Clear direction for submitting College data inquiries, eliminating uncertainty about where to send requests
  • Assurance that requests utilize the most accurate and updated data sources available
  • Streamlined access to existing datasets, reports, or dashboards
  • Centralized visibility of all data requests across the institution
  • Improved transparency, efficiency, and data governance

Additional Resources

This process will evolve based on campus needs.

  • Email: icdatarequests@ithaca.edu for feedback or support.
  • Iterative updates will be made based on feedback, with formal reviews planned periodically after launch.
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