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College of Arts and Sciences Faculty Advisory Committee 

Charge

Given the breadth of the College of Arts & Sciences and recognizing the importance of including the faculty voice in key decisions, the College of Arts & Sciences Faculty Advisory Committee serves in an advisory capacity by providing input and feedback on A&S policies and initiatives, as well as guidance on university procedures and priorities.

Responsibilities

  1. Provides input on potential A&S policies, procedures, and initiatives.
  2. Offers feedback on current A&S policies and procedures.
  3. Informs the dean’s office regarding the impact of university led initiatives on wider A&S community.
  4. In consultation with the broader A&S faculty community, brings issues that need further discussion.
  5. Determines the recipients of the A&S faculty awards.

Current Members

  • Cathleen Battiste Presutti, Associate Professor of Instruction, MATH (Term AY25-26, 26-27)
  • Katherine Cimatu, Professor, CHEM (Term AY26-27, 27-28)
  • Cory Crawford, Associate Professor, CARS (Term AY25-26, 26-27)
  • Claudia Gonzalez-Vallejo, Professor, PSY (Term AY26-27, 27-28)
  • Kim Little, Professor of Instruction, WGSS (Term AY25-26, 26-27)
  • Talinn Phillips, Professor, ENG (Term AY25-26, 26-27)
  • Tray Wright, Assistant Professor, BIOS (Term AY26-27, 27-28)

Committee Composition and Representation

The committee is composed of seven faculty members with two faculty from each area of natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, with representation from instructional, pre-tenure, and regional higher education faculty. The term is two years, but those who can only serve for a year due to other commitments are also eligible.    

Membership is determined by a two-step process. First, nominations (with nominee’s consent) and self-nominations are be sought for the following categories: a) Natural Sciences, b) Humanities, c) Social Sciences, d) Instructional, e) Pre-tenure, and f) Regional Higher Education. A ballot derived from the nominations is sent to all A&S faculty for voting.  

Time Commitment

The committee typically meets on TEAMS monthly during the academic year. The monthly time commitment is typically two to three hours, including the meeting time and preparation.