The Eval Lab 2026-2027 Cohort
You’re invited to apply to participate in The Eval Lab, a 6-month, cohort-based professional learning experience.
Participants will attend a 2-day Kickoff Summit, have access to monthly workshops, and participate in an ongoing coaching process. The cohort will conclude with a closing celebration in spring 2027. Participants will be invited to complete the following additional research activities.
Pre- and post-workshop interviews
Completing session surveys (mid-way and at the end)
Reflection dialogue embedded into the cohort program
A researcher reviewing your site evaluation plans
Compensation of $300 per individual participating in the cohort and $1000 to their organization will be provided.
Requirements
Participation
Per organization, a minimum of 2 & a maximum of 4 individuals can participate. One individual will be the “Project Lead” and is responsible for communicating all information and expectations to team members about the cohort process.
Attendance
In order to have a rich learning experience, attendance from all participants is strongly encouraged, with a minimum of 2 individuals required to be in attendance for each event.
Is previous evaluation experience required to participate?
While beneficial, previous experience with evaluation is not required to be eligible to participate in this cohort.
The application will ask questions related to your evaluation experience in order to gain insight into the different perspectives throughout the field. The project’s goal is to develop a well-rounded evaluation toolkit for OST, and varied experience levels are encouraged.
Applications are due by 5pm on Wednesday, August 19. Applicants will be notified of selection by Friday, September 11.
Cohort Dates
Kickoff Summit
In-Person
Wednesday, October 7
8:30am -3pm
Thursday, October 8
8:30am -3pm
Monthly Sessions
Virtual (unless otherwise noted*)
Monday, November 2
Monday, December 7
Monday, January 11* (in-person from 10am - 12pm)
Monday, February 1
(All monthly sessions take place virtually from 10am - 11:15am unless otherwise noted)
Closing Celebration
In-Person
Friday, March 5
8:30am - 12pm
Locations for in-person events are to be determined and will be shared at a later date.