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Terms:
Typically, each committee member serves a term of two academic years. The year listed by each name marks the end of their term, concluding at the end of that year’s Spring semester.
Some positions hold a recurring or permanent place on certain committees. An individual holding the described position will always serve on that committee.
Task Forces will typically have shorter and defined terms. For example, a Task Force may be created to address one issue that is resolvable in a semester.
Membership:
Institutional Committees may be made up of internal and external stakeholders depending on their nature and need.
Academic Committees and Task Forces consist of full-time employees of the College only; part-time employees may participate in an optional advisory capacity if invited by the committee Chair.
Committee Roles
Chair:
â–ª Sets the agenda/plans for meetings
â–ª Schedules meetings and ensures that the broadest possible selection of members can attend
â–ª Guides discussion
â–ª Communicate meeting outcomes to appropriate stakeholders
Co-chair:
â–ª Takes notes and minutes; serves a Secretary role
â–ª Share notes and minutes for posting on the Shared Governance Council web page
â–ª Writes the end-of-year report for the Shared Governance Council
â–ª Collects artifacts throughout the year to provide evidence for committee/task force activities
Member:
â–ª Attends meetings regularly
â–ª Participates actively in committee/task force activities
The Shared Governance Council will serve an advisory role to the President’s Cabinet and as a repository for campus wide committees and task forces as a means to prevent redundancy among work completed and actions taken at the College.
Membership to the SGC will be comprised of selected individuals from each of the College’s employee groups and student representatives. A nomination process will determine the representatives for Senior Administrators, Administrators, Managers, Professionals, and Executive Support staff. Representation from the student body and campus bargaining units will be based on their own established processes. Should any additional employee groups be defined, a representative and an alternate will be added from those groups.
Reports to President and Cabinet
Chair: Hoekstra, Cathrine [Administrator Group]
Co-Chair: Griffith, Bradley [Administrator Group]
Members:
â–ª Ali, Zoren Anako Mohammad [Student Trustee]
â–ª Vacant [Executive Support]
â–ª Brooks, Nikki [Administrator Group]
â–ª Couty, Ashleigh [Academic Professional]
â–ª Eibeck, JW [Teamsters]
â–ª Jeter, Jennifer [Faculty-Transfer]
â–ª Myers, Dustin [Managers Group]
â–ª Neal, Sue [LOSA]
â–ª Nunley, Jacie [Student Senate]
â–ª Pulliam, Bart [Faculty-CTE]
â–ª Shafer, Staci [Senior Administrator]
â–ª Talluto, Shawn [FOP]
â–ª Vacant [Adjunct CTE Faculty]
â–ª Vacant [Adjunct Transfer Faculty]
The President’s Council on Buildings and Capital Projects provides strategic oversight for major facilities initiatives at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, financial viability, and commitment to student success, sustainability, and community engagement.
Responsibilities:
Membership assigned by President
Chair: Sargent, Jeremy [Assistant Vice President of Construction Planning and Facilities Management]
Members:
The purpose of the Facility Master Planning Taskforce is to guide the development of a comprehensive 10-year Facility Master Plan that aligns with the College’s mission, supports academic and student success, and ensures responsible stewardship of campus resources.
Chair: Sargent, Jeremy [Assistant Vice President of Construction Planning and Facilities Management]
Co-Chair: Arnett, Nathan
Members:
â–ª Chamness, Colby
â–ª Elliott, Scott
â–ª Hartford, Stephanie Chaney
â–ª La Panne, Susan
â–ª Mays, Grover
â–ª Mueller, Jeremy
â–ª Overstreet, Kirk
â–ª Schafer, Staci
â–ª Smithpeters, Tyler
â–ª Starrick, Greg
â–ª Sveda-Webb, Rachel
The Culture & Engagement Committee fosters a positive, inclusive, and collaborative campus environment where all staff, faculty, support staff and students feel valued, respected, and connected. The committee serves as a catalyst for strengthening campus culture, promoting engagement, celebrating diversity, and encouraging open dialogue across all areas of the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý community. By cultivating a sense of belonging and shared purpose, the committee supports the College’s mission to enrich lives through learning and community engagement.
Responsibilities:
• Promote Campus Culture & Engagement
o Develop initiatives that enhance a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, staff, and faculty.
o Serve as a forum for discussing campus climate and recommending improvements to leadership.
• Plan and Support Engagement Opportunities
o Organize events, activities, and recognition programs that build community, strengthen relations, and celebrate campus achievements.
o Encourage cross-departmental collaboration and employee participation in Logan community.
• Recognize and Celebrate Contributions
o Design and support recognition programs that highlight contributions of staff, faculty, and students.
o Encourage practices of appreciation and celebration that align with our mission.
Membership appointed by President
Chair: Love, Cordy [Assistant Director of Professional Development & Organizational Culture]
Co-Chair: Jeter, Jennifer (BCSM) [2026]
Members:
â–ª Brenningmeyer, Aaron (HSN) [2026]
â–ª Brooks, Daniela [Coordinator of Events & Conferences]
â–ª Chandler, Tom (CHS) [2026]
â–ª Elliott, James (LPS) [2027]
â–ª Johnson, Brandon (AT) [2026]
â–ª Jordan, Jennifer (HSN) [2027]
â–ª Martinez, April [Director of Enrollment Management]
â–ª Matzker, Faith [2026]
â–ª Myers, Dustin [2027]
â–ª Nichols, Luke [LOSA]
â–ª Siefert, Taylor [2027]
The Higher Learning Commission Committee supports ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s efforts to meet and exceed the Higher Learning Commission criteria for accreditation by guiding the College through each phase of the accreditation cycle.
Responsibilities:
• Support the Provost’s Office throughout each phase of the accreditation cycle, including Institutional Updates, Assurance Reviews, Quality Initiative Projects, and Comprehensive Evaluations.
• Consistently collect evidence for statements included in accreditation submissions.
• Make recommendations to all areas of the College to enhance adherence to criteria for accreditation, including strategic planning recommendations.
• Monitor changes to the accreditation process on an ongoing basis.
Membership appointed by Provost and Assistant Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness and Research
The Identity Theft Prevention Committee ensures confidential and sensitive information entrusted to the College is protected from theft or misuse.
Responsibilities:
Membership assigned by Vice President of Business Services/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Information Technology Planning Committee enhances the use of technology to facilitate student learning and support the mission, vision, strategic pillars, and goals of the College.
Responsibilities:
Membership assigned by Vice President of Business Services/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Professional Development Committee enhances the knowledge and skills of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty through professional development activities, defined as any intentional activity designed to enhance the knowledge and skills that College employees need to better serve students and the community.
Responsibilities:
Membership appointed by President and Provost
The Professional Development Committee enhances the knowledge and skills of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý staff through professional development activities, defined as any intentional activity designed to enhance the knowledge and skills that College employees need to better serve students and the community.
Responsibilities:
Membership appointed by President and Provost
The Safety Committee protects ÐÔÊӽ紫ý students, faculty, and staff and protect College property.
Responsibilities:
Membership assigned by Vice President of Business Services/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Assessment Steering Team is comprised of professionals and faculty who provide direction and leadership for the institutional assessment committee. The team sets assessment priorities and ensures a quality assessment process is practiced.
Responsibilities:
The Institutional Assessment Committee guides the overall assessment process at the college to ensure a culture of continuous improvement. Improvement of student learning and institutional effectiveness are the guiding principles of this committee. Members of the committee collaborate to create and update the assessment framework and procedures that faculty and staff use on an annual basis to assess student learning and institutional effectiveness. Members of the committee are comprised from all areas of the college: faculty, academic affairs professionals, student affairs professionals, support staff, and students.
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The Online Assessment Team is comprised of faculty and academic affairs professionals who regularly review and assess the college’s online courses to ensure quality and continuous improvement.
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The purpose of the Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) Committee is to identify and respond to behavioral risks in the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý community (students, employees, and district residents), enhancing the safety of the community and reducing harmful behaviors.
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The purpose of the Curriculum & Instruction Committee is to consider significant changes, additions, or deletions to the programs and courses offered in the Baccalaureate Transfer and Career Divisions of the College.
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The purpose of the Calendar Task Force is to create and maintain the Academic Calendar.
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The purpose of the Dual Credit Task Force is to support the efforts of the College to give high school students who attend a ÐÔÊӽ紫ý district high school or a district home school student the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school by ensuring programs are externally accredited, high-quality, and integrated with the existing programs of the College.