Administrative Practices Committee
*Chair: Heather Howell, executive assistant to the vice president of student affairs
*Co-Chair: McKenzie Whittinghill, assistant to the assistant vice president of student affairs/dean of students
*Members:
- Kelley Consford
Campus Recreation - Ashley Pirtle
- Student Life
- Janie Poskey
Student Engagement / Orientation and Transition Programs - Kathryn Salas
Auxiliary Services
*Membership and leadership roles tied to specific Student Affairs staff positions
Charge: Develop a customer service philosophy, create and encourage a practical way to train employees in multiple roles to promote shared services, remain informed on procedures, and communicate new practices throughout the division.
Recent Accomplishments:
- Customer Service Philosophy Statement
- Cross-Training Process for Administrative Assistants
Current Initiatives:
- Creating a division-wide procedure manual
- Developing customer service training for Student Affairs staff
Alcohol and Other Drugs Biennial Review Committee
Chair: Dr. Andrew Dies, assistant vice president of student affairs/dean of students
Members:
- Carrie Charley
Campus Living, Dining and Auxiliary Enterprises - Brandi Bryant
Athletics - Damon Derrick
General Counsel - John Fields
University Police Department - Dr. Michara Delaney-Fields
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Lacey Folsom
Student Engagement - Clare Fite
Counseling Services - Lissy Turner
Title IX - John Wyatt
Human Resources - McKenzie Wittinghill
Dean of Students Office
Charge: Complete the Biennial Review and Drug Abuse and Alcohol Prevention Program in compliance with the law.
Recent Accomplishments:
- Completion of the Drug Abuse and Alcohol Prevention Program
- Biennial Review Committee Meetings
Current Initiatives:
- Completing and distributing the Biennial Review on time
- Developing reasonable recommendations and ensuring compliance with them
Assessment Committee
Chair: Dr. Hollie Smith, executive director of student life
Members:
- Rachel Clark
Student Publications - Daphne Curl
Testing Services - Clare Fite
Counseling Services - Scarleth Lopez
Residence Life - Carl Mackey
Residence Life - Brent McLemore
Center for Career and Professional Development - Jessica Waguespack
Student Wellness - Amanda West
Student Engagement
Charge: Develop a comprehensive divisional plan to assess student learning and evaluate programs and services.
Recent Accomplishments:
- Assessment Manual
- Nuventive Improve Training
- Qualtrics Training
Current Initiatives:
- Adding assessment training to onboarding process
- Researching assessment best practices and resources to share
Behavioral Assessment Team
Chair: Dr. Andrew Dies, assistant vice president of student affairs/dean of students
Members:
- Sgt. Jamie Campbell
University Police Department - Sabrina Delaney
Registrar - Clare Fite
Counseling Services - Carl Mackey
Residence Life - Diane Sizemore
School of Social Work - Amy Smith
Dean of Students Office - Lissy Turner
Title IX - McKenzie Wittinghill
Dean of Students Office
Purpose Statement: This multi-disciplinary team was established to serve students who may be in crisis. We do this by utilizing research-based best practices and threat assessments to establish holistic, individualized intervention plans to help each unique student achieve success. As part of the Lumberjack Wellness Network, this team collaborates with Student Outreach and Support in the deployment of these interventions.
Recent Accomplishments:
- National Association for Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment Training
- Comprehensive Case Flow document
- Name Change and Purpose Statement
Current Initiatives:
- Continuing education of campus community on BAT services
- Reviewing membership to align with best practices
Marketing and Communications Committee
Chair: Amy Roquemore, director of student publications and divisional media
Members:
- Rachel Clark
Student Publications - Kim Lee
Baker Pattillo Student Center - Morgan Pulliam
Student Engagement - Sydnee Seeton
Center for Career and Professional Development - Heath Sharr
Campus Recreation - Laura Turner
Office of the Vice President - McKenzie Whittinghill
Dean of Students Office
Charge: Develop and implement effective marketing practices and strategies for the Division of Student Affairs that help “tell our story” and promote - both internally and externally - the critical roles we play in student recruitment, retention, access, personal development and success.
Recent Accomplishments:
- Student Affairs Newsletter
- Marketing Brown Bag Series
- Website Upgrades
Current Initiatives:
- Creating annual impact report
- Designing marketing website
Policy Committee
Chair: Dr. Andrew Dies, assistant vice president of student affairs / dean of students
Members: Heather Howell, Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs
Charge: Coordinate review/revision process of university policies assigned to the Division of Student Affairs
Recent Accomplishments:
- Student Affairs Policy Review Process
- Quarterly Policy Reviews
Current Initiatives:
- Ensuring knowledge of and compliance with policy review process
- Revising and adapting process to ensure efficiency
Staff Development Committee
Chair: Ken Morton, director of campus recreation
Members:
- Prici Ceja
Counseling Services - Lacey Folsom
Student Engagement - Rachel McCorry
Counseling Services - April Place
Center for Career and Professional Development - Grace Romero
Campus Recreation - Nick Stallworth
Baker Pattillo Student Center - Steven Whitman
Campus Recreation
Charge: Identify needs and cultivate programs for personal and professional development of division staff in order to aid in career development, increase job satisfaction and belonging, and promote the success of our students.
Recent Accomplishments:
- Onboarding Program for New Staff Members
- Staff Appreciation Week and Awards Luncheon
- Brown Bag Workshops
Current Initiatives:
- Planning fall onboarding event and activities for fall divisional meeting
- Coordinating summer book clubs
- Helping create division-wide procedure manual