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Meeting Agenda, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Agenda for meeting held August 1, 2018.

Mentoring Through Education Diplomacy, Georgianna Duarte Dr.

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The presenters and participants will explore the conceptual framework of education diplomacy as a model for mentoring faculty in areas of inquiry, negotiation, humor, and mediation.

Wku Staff Benefits, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Email regarding revised staff benefits for military service personnel.

Meeting Agenda, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Agenda for meeting held July 11, 2018.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Minutes of July 2018 meeting.

Action Items, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Overview of action items handled by the Graduate Council.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Minutes of June 2018 meeting, includes May 2018 compiled reports.

Staff Regent Nominations & Election, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Notification of staff regent nominees and election procedures.

Time Management For Department Chairs, Christian K. Hansen

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Most department chairs face the challenge of getting important tasks completed under time constraints in an environment of frequent interruptions. Department leaders are often bombarded with demands from students, faculty and administrators and spend an excessive number of hours each day managing tasks that are often associated with tight deadlines. The nature of the chair position is likely to result in stress, burn out, and other unhealthy situations. This workshop presents strategies and proven practices for taking control of the available time and getting the job done while managing stress and giving priority to leading a healthy and enriching personal …

Community Engagement Of Adventist Higher Educational Institutions: A Case Study, Arceli Heyasa Rosario, Ranzolin Bayeta, Karel Mei Banay, Teofilo Esguerra, Chona Ramos, Gina Lucagbo, Salome Tin, Romy Lamputi, Joy Maglana, Lebin Bernardino

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

Abstract

This case study looked into the community engagement practices of six Adventist higher educational institutions (AHEIs) in Southern Asia-Pacific Division. Findings showed that AHEIs were engaged with their communities, that they faced some challenges, and that they tried to resolve them. Action plans were drawn for a more effective implementation of community service programs.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting minutes.

May Agenda, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting agenda.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting minutes.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting agenda.

Nobody’S At The Golden Door: The Effect Of Xenophobia On Us University Enrollment, Abhijeet R. Shirsat, Richard Brown Iii

Ray Browne Conference on Cultural and Critical Studies

A rise in xenophobic political rhetoric, presidential policy and far-right populism have led to a dramatic decrease in international student enrollment in US colleges and universities. For the first time since 9/11, American institutions of higher learning are facing the effect of widespread fear among prospective students from around the globe. After the election of President Donald J. Trump in 2016, universities reported the number of international students enrolling in their schools fell by seven percent and continues to decline. Seeking to allay the fear and uncertainty in their international student communities, colleges and universities are resisting proposed immigration policies …

Cutting-Edge Policies And Services For Addressing Campus Sexual Violence, Merle Weiner

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The #MeToo movement and the Trump administration’s changes to Title IX guidance have raised new issues, questions, and demands regarding how colleges and universities should be addressing sexual and gender-based violence on their campuses. Within this milieu, it is worth considering some of the new policies and services that can improve a campus’s response to sexual and gender-based violence. In particular, this session will explore emerging best practices, including alternatives to universal mandatory reporting as well as programs that provide legal services to student survivors. Time permitting, this session will also touch upon such hot topics as the burden of …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting minutes.

March Agenda, Wku Graduate Council

Graduate School

Meeting agenda.

Integrating Applied Learning And Community Outreach Into Online Education, Katherine Adler, Mary-Katherine Smith

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

For online schools and programs fulfilling service requirements can be challenging. To address this issue, an online program can utilize an integrated outreach program with local stakeholders. This session explores how to link applied learning and community outreach to allow students to impact the local community while experiencing applied learning and increasing the presence of the online program in communities.

Institutionalizing Effective Grant Funded Programs: A Success Story, Madhura Kulkarni, Bethany V. Bowling, Maureen Doyle, Diana Mcgill

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

As budgets tighten, universities are increasingly struggling with questions of how to institutionalize and sustain successful grant-funded programs. Creative approaches to leveraging existing infrastructure and resources can make it possible. Here, we present our experiences and approaches that could benefit those seeking to institutionalize effective pilot or grant-funded programs.

When Faculty Downsizing And Student Success Collide, Yasenka Peterson, Jessica Nelson, Marcee Everly, Kathyrn Berlin, Peggy Weber

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

This session will discuss increasing challenges chairpersons and associate deans’ experience when faced with decreasing or limited faculty resources and how this ultimately impacts student success. Opportunities and best practices related to working together as a cohesive leadership team, increasing on time graduation rates and course scheduling will also discussed.

Evolution Of Department Chairs – Analysis Of Academic Chairperson’S Conference Proceedings, David Line Dr, Stephen F. Pyle

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The Academic Chairperson’s Conference has been provided guidance to chairs for 34 years. Coding of titles and descriptions of presentations given at the first 34 ACCs provides trends in topics which are of interest to chairs. This session explores continual themes, cyclical topics, resolved issues, and emerging trends.

Using Competency Mapping To Improve Online Education, Katherine Adler, Sue Mcdaniel, David A. Line

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The growth of online education has coincided with the resurgence in Competency Based Education (CBE). This trend has introduced new opportunities to assess student progress and program outcomes. This interactive session explores ways of getting the most out of CBE in the online world.

Adjunct Faculty Training, Monitoring And Evaluation At The Department Level, John Griffith

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Improve the learning experience for students by improving performance of adjunct faculty. Learn the strategies and tools used by an award winning university to support adjunct faculty by:

- Effective selection and faculty development

- Departmental support at the course level

- Providing effective mentoring and feedback

From Surviving To Thriving: Top Tips For Newer Chairs, Ethan Krase, Gian Pagnucci

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

This session shares concrete strategies for helping department chairs navigate common problems more effectively and efficiently. With attention to managing email, handling complaints, constructing schedules, building relationships, and working with upper administration, the presenters offer practical tips to help newer chairs succeed.

Breaking Through The Sexed Glass Ceiling: Women In Academic Leadership Positions, Sheila Smith Mckoy, Dawn Michelle Banauch, Keisha Love, Susan Kirkpatrick Smith

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

In 2009, Patterson, Kirschke, Seaton and Hossfeld revisited the ongoing conversation about gender inequity and inequality in higher education. Their work entitled Challenges for Women Department Chairs (New Prairie Press, 2009) focused on the numerous gaps – salary, promotion, discrimination, harassment -- that define women’s experiences in academic leadership. The emerging trends in academia still suggest that the work that they started in 2009 continues to be a vital concern for women in academic leadership positions. Very little research exists in relation to the intersectional conversations that need to occur when these gendered gaps are coupled with other aspects of …

Informed Leadership Through Assessment Workshops, Frederick Burrack, Chris Urban

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The first half of this workshop is focused on the responsibility of academic leaders to develop a culture of assessment. Participants will leave this workshop with strategies to guide faculty in defining learning outcomes, aligning course and program learning expectations, designing meaningful assessments, and using assessment data to inform program decisions.

The second half of this workshop will demonstrate advanced assessment processes that empower faculty through automated data collection, interactive visualization, and enriched analysis. Program leaders will learn how to use advanced assessment processes to exceed institutional and accreditation expectations, and reimagine strategic goals.

New Chair Alliance, Katherine Frank, Daniel Wheeler

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

The New Chair Alliance is the conference’s special programming for newly appointed chairpersons. Those who will soon transition into a chair position or who have been a chair for two years or less will find this workshop particularly valuable. Topics covered include transitioning to new roles and responsibilities, annual planning, everyday management, strategic planning for the future, personal development, and finding satisfaction in being a chair and making a difference. Participants will gain practical tips and tools to improve effectiveness, become familiar with essential resources, learn how to identify an administrative mentor, as well as connect and network with others …

Succeeding With Problem Faculty: A 6-Step Guide, Kent Crookston

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Dr. Crookston’s research in academic leadership includes a national survey in which 3,000 department chairs and deans identified “dealing with problem faculty” as their stand-alone top concern. Problem colleagues in any organization include bullies, jerks, passive-aggressives, poor performers and those who are emotionally distressed. Drawing from best-selling business and leadership literature, Dr. Crookston identifies six steps for effectively dealing with a challenging colleague. Participants leave this workshop with sound practical guidance on how to act when things go wrong, but more importantly how to ensure that things go right.

The Academic Leader's Balancing Act: Managing Time, Stress, And Transitions, Dr. Walter H. Gmelch

Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings

Dr. Gmelch will explore the many tradeoffs in academic leadership, personal vs. professional and academic vs. administrative. Attendees will focus on distinguishing between high-payoffs (HIPOS) and low-payoffs (LOPOS) to increase focus and effectiveness, and learn to operate their ‘management molecule.’ Common stressers and how to cope with them will be covered while attendees explore effective strategies for departmental decision-making.