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A Policy Analysis of Performance-Based Funding in the State University System of Florida University of South Florida Scholar Commons Graduate Theses and Dissertations Graduate School June 2020 A Policy Analysis of Performance-Based Funding in the State University System of Florida Monika Alesnik University of South Florida Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd Part of the Educational Administration and Supervision Commons Scholar Commons Citation Alesnik, Monika, "A Policy Analysis of Performance-Based Funding in the State University System of Florida" (2020). Graduate Theses and Dissertations. https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/8155 This Dissertation is brought to you for free and open access by the Graduate School at Scholar Commons. It has been accepted for inclusion in Graduate Theses and Dissertations by an authorized administrator of Scholar Commons. For more information, please contact [email protected]. A Policy Analysis of Performance-Based Funding in the State University System of Florida by Monika Alesnik A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Higher Education, Administration Department of Leadership, Counseling, Adult, Career, Higher ED College of Education University of South Florida Major Professor: Thomas E. Miller, Ed.D. Ann Cranston-Gingras, Ph.D. Jan Ignash, Ph.D. Jarrett Gupton, Ph.D. Date of Approval: June 11, 2020 Keywords: public policy, higher education, funding, Kingdon Copyright © 2020 , Monika Alesnik DEDICATION I am sitting in the beauty that is the Sedona Red Rocks writing this dedication in the place where my soul is filled. This place is where I found out I was accepted into my Ph.D. program on my honeymoon. I am with my two daughters; Julia and Morgan, my husband Jay and our two dogs. The process of writing a dissertation is a lonely road, even though I have been surrounded by the best people who truly have the best intentions. I dedicate this dissertation to my family, my friends and those who have supported and held me up when I could not hold up myself. To my daughters Julia and Morgan. Never give up on your dreams. As Winston Churchill Stated “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” Julia, you are the true love of my life, my greatest joy and all that is good in this chaotic world. Without you, there is no purpose in my life. You have taught me about strength, love and how to live life to the fullest, to never compromise and to always be true to one’s self. I have learned more about myself from you, more than any other person in my world. I know we have not always seen eye to eye, but through your love I have become a better person, woman and mom. I hope you know how I could not have finished this dissertation, this PhD process without you, your support or your love. It is my hope you follow your dreams and do the great things I know you have inside you. I love you more than words can express. Morgan, you came into my world at the beginning of this crazy process. You have become an integral component of my heart, my world and my life. It is my honor to be your bonus mom. I treasure you as I treasure my breath. There is not one without the other. You inspire me daily with your wit and strength. You are always reminding me to not give up and how proud you are of me. However, you my Morgan make my world all the better, all the purer and all the more beautiful. May you follow your dreams and passions. I am honored to be part of your journey. I love you. To my dearest husband Jay, my Batman you have supported me in this crazy process since day one! You have sat with me while I worked on this paper of mine as well as when I was reading and reminded me to not use myriad so many times. When I say I would not have been able to finish this program without you, I mean it with all of my heart. Thank you for not letting me quit. I love you as Ronnie loved Nancy, “I more than love you, I’m not whole without you. You are life itself to me. When you are gone I’m waiting for you to remember so I can start living again.” – Ronald Regan to his Nancy. Finally, to my parents, the people who have loved me the longest and since before I took my first breath. There is no way I would be writing this dedication for my dissertation without your guidance, unyielding support and love. Without your inspiration, drive, hard work and support I might not be the person I am today. I am grateful and appreciate all the sacrifices you both made. Never forget my love for you both is deeper than the oceans. There are no words that I can type or say to truly explain the depth of my love for you both. I have been blessed with the most wonderful parents and I am honored to carry on your legacy. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS There are few ways or words that adequately express my true gratitude to those who have helped and supported me on this amazing journey. I have been blessed with tremendous opportunity. I do not take this lightly and know I would never be at this place without the people who have supported, guided, and reminded me to keep moving. Dr. Thomas Miller, thank you for taking me on, for your time, guidance and unyielding support. I am a better writer, researcher and person because of you! Thank you for the countless hours you provided me when time is a treasured commodity. I truly believe I could not have finished without you. Dr. Ignash, thank you for not only being on my committee but being one of my best cheerleaders and supporters. I know this dissertation is better because of your input, guidance and support. More importantly, I am better because of your support. Dr. Cranston, thank you for serving on my committee and your support in helping me finish. I am grateful for your words of encouragement and continued help in getting this through the red tape. Dr. Gupton, thank you for joining my committee when I really needed you. I appreciate your support and guidance. I am especially grateful for you helping me finding an appropriate title which better reflects my work. To my team at the Grace Center for Innovation in Nursing Education, every day, I am blessed to work with the most amazing people. Thank you for being in my corner and supporting me and being a great work family. Thank you Natalie, Jessica, Christina, Mackenzie, Kristi, Eric, Jud, Andrew, Megan, Janet and Denise. You are truly the best work family. Margaret Calacci, thank you for setting the example of what a true leader is meant to be. I have learned more from working with you in the past three years than I will ever be able to explain. I look forward to many more years. Thank you to my cheerleaders at the Edson College especially Dr. Kathy Fries and Dr. Kathy Kenny. I appreciate your guidance and support more than I can explain. Mike, my brother. You have held me up on days I didn’t think I could make it. Thank you for being there for me always and reminding me to power through and just get it done. Now, it is your turn. So Mike, you’re on the clock! I love you brother. Jennifer Kenny, My sister with the same middle name. I could never have made it through life without you. You remind me daily what a true friend looks and acts like. I am so grateful to be part of your life. I am so happy you have the life you deserve, one filled with joy! It’s my honor to be your friend and I love you. I know, enough with the mushy stuff. Thanks to my fur babies Sushi, Jaq Jaq, Simon, Midnight and baby Loki for being with us and being our forever best friends. Your snuggles are always the best. To my cohort, thank you for being the best group of Ph.D. students, friends and supporters. I am grateful to you all and appreciate all the lessons we have shared. I look forward to staying in touch and know you will all continue to change the world for the better. To my friends at Holland & Knight, Mica, Hamlet, Whitney, Kristina and Damien, thank you for being there for me while I was taking classes. You are simply the best. When I wanted to follow my dreams you all supported me with open arms and continue to encourage me to this day. Dr. Kathy King. My first dissertation committee chair Thank you for encouraging me to pursue this degree when I didn’t think I had the academic or personal ability. I am a better woman and academic because you believed in me. To my former committee members Dr. Dellow and Dr. Young, thank you for your time in serving on my committee, your time and guidance were invaluable. I still miss your humor Dr. Young. Dr. Dellow, thank you for encouraging me to follow my dreams. Finally, thank you to my interview participants. I appreciate the time you took to help with this dissertation. I will be forever grateful for your candor, honesty and willingness to help me out. TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST OF TABLES..............................................................................................................................
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