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NSU Committee Descriptions

Academic Technology Committee

Membership: In addition to the chair, two members from each undergraduate college, one member from the College of Optometry, and one member from the library plus a representative from the Computing and Telecommunications Department. The Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning serves as ex officio. Chair is appointed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Dr. Bill Wallace, chair Mr. Grant Alexander Dr. Constance Cassity Mr. Jim Davis

Dr. John de Banzie Dr. Steve Dunker Dr. Ed Huckeby Ms. Patricia Kuhn

Dr. Rick Matzen Dr. Allen McKiel Dr. Mark Nelson Dr. Gary Wickham

Functions: The Academic Technology Committee represents the computing and related needs of the academic portion of the University. The committee assesses academic needs pertaining to hardware, software, standards, networks, services, policies, etc.; reviews policies and services of the Computing and Telecommunications Department as they relate to academics; and annually reviews and updates the three and five-year computing and telecommunications plan related to the academic aspects of NSU. Recommendations are forwarded to the University Technology Council. Major policy recommendations will generally be shared with the Faculty Council for information purposes.

Meetings: At least once each semester and as called by the chair. Minutes/recommendations should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Administrative Technology Committee

Membership: Ten members plus chair, including the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. Chaired by the Director of Computing and Telecommunications.

Mr. Michael Gibbons, chair Ms. Barbara Abercrombie Dr. Teri Cochran Mr. John Gyllin Mr. Arlan Hanson

Ms. Sandra Hudgens Ms. Christy Landsaw Mr. Bill Nowlin

Ms. Sharon Owen Ms. Sharron Stauss Mr. Kevin Taylor

Function: The Administrative Technology Committee provides leadership designed to keep the university at the forefront of technological advances. The committee will strive to understand and anticipate the needs of the university community and make recommendations to the University Technology Council which enhance the academic experience and support the administrative needs of the university.

Meetings: At least once per semester and as called by the chair. Recommendations are forwarded to the University Technology Council.

Admissions Appeals

Membership: Twelve members with staggered terms of three years. Chaired by the Dean of Enrollment Management.

Mr. Bill Nowlin, chair Ms. Amy Aldridge Dr. Joan Bell Mr. Ron Cox Dr. Jennifer Edwards

Dr. Carl Farinelli Mr. Tim Foutch Dr. Cindi Fries Mr. Jason Jessie

Mr. Mike Jett Dr. Michael Landry Dr. Spence Pilcher Mr. Jeff Walker

Function: This committee reviews and makes recommendations regarding written appeals for re-admission when a decision for re-admission has been denied. All recommendations are forwarded to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Meetings: This committee meets as necessary and when called by the chair. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Affirmative Action

Membership: Twelve members. Chaired by Director of Human Resources as the Affirmative Action officer.

Ms. Barbara Abercrombie, chair Ms. Barbara Burnett Dr. Ron Cambiano Dr. Bill Collins

Dr. Denise Deason-Toyne Dr. Joseph Faulds Ms. Cynthia Fulford Dr. Ande Kidanemarian

Dr. Darryl Linde Dr. James Phillips Ms. Sharron Stauss Mr. John Wichser

Function: This committee provides review for employee complaints regarding civil rights compliance. Reports to the Director of Human Resources and the Vice President for Administration.

Meetings: As called by the chair to review affirmative action complaints. Minutes should be sent to the Director of Human Resources and the University President.

Allied Arts

Membership: Members will include two all-campus representatives as well as a designee from each of the following areas: art, classical music, contemporary music, dance, and theatre. Additional members may be added to the committee on an ad hoc basis. Chaired by the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts or other designee of the NSU President.

Dr. Paul Westbrook, chair Dr. Mark Bighley Dr. Diane Boze Ms. J.J. Carroll

Ms. Peggy Cotten Mr. Ron Cox Dr. Robert Daniel Dr. Linda Edmondson

Dr. David Linebarger Dr. Christopher Malone Mr. Bobby Martin

Function: The committee is responsible for the recommendation and development of arts activities, facilities, and educational programming that will complement the current curriculum and regular programming of Northeastern State University. This advisory committee will make recommendations to the Vice President for Academic Affairs who will report actions to the President.

Meetings: Usually twice annually for development and assessment. Additional meetings may be called by the Chair. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Assessment

Membership: Nine members with representation from each college and the graduate college. Chaired by the Assessment Coordinator. One student appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association.

Dr. Michael Turner, chair Dr. Dunn Faires Dr. Mark Giese	Dr. Darryl Linde Dr. Doug Penisten Dr. Donna Shelton	Dr. John Schleede Dr. Rebecca Smith Dr. Joan Wipf
NSGA Representative: Ms. Laura Ketcher

Function: This committee monitors the four level assessment program at Northeastern State University and makes recommendations for changes in the assessment program. This committee is also involved in sharing results of assessment on campus and developing action plans to use assessment results for the improvement of education at NSU. The committee will serve as a resource to academic units regarding assessment activities. This committee reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Meetings: Monthly. At least quarterly. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Athletics

Membership: 12-15 representatives from various colleges and departments on campus. Chaired by the Faculty Athletic Representative. One non-athlete student appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association.

Dr. Louis White, chair Dr. Jeff Bright Dr. Ron Cambiano Ms. Lolly Cole Mr. Ron Cox Mr. Bob Criminger	Dr. Richard Cronk Dr. Denise Deason-Toyne Dr. John Diamantopoulos Mr. Tim Foutch Ms. Nancy Garber Mr. Randy Grogan	Mr. Karl Kruczek Dr. Kenny Paris Dr. Brian Rader Dr. Michael Toyne Mr. Clint Vernon Dr. Chuck Ziehr
NSGA Representative: Ms. Dru Dear

Function: The Athletic Committee is convened in order to facilitate the dissemination of information pertinent to interscholastic competition, requirements for student eligibility, and the availability of financial assistance for student athletes. The committee is convened at least once each fall and spring semester to seek input from both faculty and staff and to supply them with the latest information regarding student athletes, coaches, interscholastic competition, additions or deletions of sports programs, and promotional efforts of NSU Athletics. This committee reports to the Athletic Director and the President.

Meetings: Once each fall and spring semester. Minutes should be sent to the Athletic Director and the President.

Black Heritage Committee

Membership: 10-13 faculty and/or staff members and two students appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association.

Dr. Jocelyn Payne, chair Ms. Linda Alegria Dr. Terri Baker Dr. Mayrene Bentley	Ms. Brenda Bunch Dr. Ande Kidanemariam Dr. David Linebarger	Dr. Andrew Vassar Dr. Paul Westbrook Ms. Virginia Whitekiller
NSGA Representatives: Ms. Marilyn Leach & Ms. Mary Betancourt

Function: To provide annual university programming which promotes an appreciation for African-American culture and issues. The committee serves as a resource for programs sponsored by student groups. This committee reports to the Dean of Student Affairs.

Meetings: As called by the committee chair. Minutes should be sent to the Dean of Student Affairs.

Campus Environment

Membership: Ten members of the faculty and staff to include the university safety officer and school nurse plus two students appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association. The university risk manager is an ex officio member.

Dr. Mia Revels, chair Dr. Harriet Bachner Mr. Bob Criminger Dr. Shae Donham-Foutch	Mr. Steve Ford Mr. Mike Jett Ms. Melissa Mahan	Ms. LaRhonda McBrayer Dr. Earlena McKee Dr. Stephan Sargent
Campus Nurse - Ms. Gayla King Safety Officer - Mr. David Burnett University Risk Manager - Mr. Tim Foutch (ex officio) NSGA Representatives: Ms. Alecia Paschal & Mr. Josh Lomon

Functions: This committee promotes environmental awareness, resource conservation, and public safety. It serves as a recommending body to the administration concerning safety and environmental issues. The primary goal of the committee is to make the University a safer place to work and study. The committee reports to the Vice President for Business and Development.

Meetings: At least once each semester. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Administration.

Campus Parking

Membership: Twelve members composed of four faculty representatives selected by the Faculty Council, four staff members, and four student members appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association. The Parking & Traffic manager serves as an ex officio member.

From the Faculty Council: Dr. Rick Matzen, chair Dr. John Diamantopoulos Ms. Harriet Hobbs Ms. Jackie Schumaker

Staff Representatives: Ms. Susan Ferguson Mr. Rob Taylor Mr. John Wichser Mr. Clint Vernon

NSGA Representatives: Ms. Mary Betancourt Mr. Mark McElreath Mr. Wes Warner Ms. Jill Webster

Function: Assists in the immediate and long-range planning activities involving traffic flow on the campus and the development of parking services and policies. This committee reports to the Vice President for Business and Development.

Meetings: At least twice a year. Minutes should be sent to the Parking Manager and Vice President for Business and Development.

Commencement

Membership: Representatives from faculty and staff areas involved in commencement activities. One student appointed by the Northeastern Student Government Association.

Mr. Bill Nowlin, chair Ms. Barbara Abercrombie Mr. Judd Bartley Dr. Jeff Bright Dr. Ron Cambiano Dr. Roger Collier	Mr. Bob Criminger Dr. Dan Glasgow Mr. John Gyllin Ms. Kendra Haggard Dr. Gail Harris Ms. Lynn Howard	Dr. Thomas Jackson Mr. Mike Jett Ms. Diana Mashburn Dr. Jo Myers Dr. Penny Sommers
Dr. Janet Bahr (ex officio) NSGA Representative: Ms. Sharrisse Evans

Function: This committee assists in planning, implementing and evaluating graduation activities each semester. Recommendations for changes are submitted to the Vice President for Academic Affairs who communicates these to the President.

Meetings: At least once per semester and as called by the chair. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Curriculum and Educational Policies

Membership: The committee consists of each academic dean, dean of the graduate college, director of libraries, Associate Vice President for Academic \ Affairs, four faculty members elected by the Faculty Council, two students selected by the Northeastern Student Government Association, and Vice President for Academic Affairs serves as an ex officio member.

Dr. Janet Bahr, chair Dr. George Foster Dr. Kay Grant	Dr. Thomas Jackson Dr. Allen McKiel Dr. Doug Penisten	Dr. John Schleede Dr. Paul Westbrook
Vice President for Academic Affairs (ex officio) Faculty Council Representatives - Mr. Grant Alexander, Dr. Terri Baker, Dr. Rick Matzen, & Dr. Latricia Pack NSGA Representatives: Ms. Marilyn Leach & Ms. Alecia Paschal

Function: This committee reviews and considers curriculum requests for new courses, new programs, revised courses (title, number, level, prefix, and description), and program revisions. It also serves as an advisory committee for problems related to instructional programs. This committee reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Meetings: Meetings are called during the second and third weeks of October and February. Minutes should be sent to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.