The Origin Story of Casper, the Situational Judgement Test by Acuity Insights

April 10, 2025

In this episode, Anju Visen-Singh and Dr. Kelly Dore discuss the origins and evolution of Casper, a situational judgment test designed for holistic admissions. They explore the challenges of traditional personal statements, the development of Casper, its commercialization, and the importance of holistic admissions in evaluating future physicians and other professionals. The conversation highlights the continuous improvement of the assessment, including the introduction of video responses and rigorous rater training. Dr. Dore also focuses on the role of human raters, the significance of quartiles in scoring, preparation strategies for applicants, and the importance of research and credibility in the assessment process. The dialogue emphasizes the holistic approach to evaluating candidates and the continuous evolution of the Casper test based on data-driven insights and rigorous research.