Academic Development/Elective Academic Programs
2021-2025: (9 Members)
Faculty Representatives (Name, Department, Term Ends)
- William Duque, Academy Advisement (2027)
- Chukwudi Ikwueze, Social Sciences (2027)
- Zeynep Akcay Ozkan, Mathematics & Computer Science (2027)
- Rezan Akpinar, Health, Physical Education, and Dance - Chairperson (2026)
- Melissa Dennihy, English Department (2026)
- Deborah Karlin, Academy Advisement - Vice-Chair (2026)
- Arthur Abramov, Academy Advisement (2025)
- Kevin Kolack, Chemistry - Secretary (2025)
- Danny Mangra, Engineering Technology (2025)
Student Representatives
- TBA
- TBA
Liaisons
- TBA, Steering Committee Designee
- Michael Pullin, Academic Affairs, President's Liaison
The Committee regularly meets on the second Tuesday of each month, from 12noon-1PM.
Bylaws Charges
Section 9. The Committee on Academic Development.
The Committee on Academic Development shall consist of nine (9) members of the instructional staff and two (2) students.
The Committee on Academic Development shall:
- Promote and/or arrange for the presentation of lectures, seminars, workshops, and exhibits to specifically include effectiveness of instruction.
- Review, evaluate, and report to the Academic Senate on the system of student evaluation of faculty.
- Consult with the departments concerned, regarding specific programs being planned.
- Consult with the Director of External Affairs, the Director of the Performing Arts Center and the Vice President of Institutional Advancement regarding scheduling of events.
- Review and/or promote activities beneficial to elective programs such as the CUNY-BA/BS, International Studies, and Honors program.
Steering Committee Suggested Goals/Committee Goals
Thank you for your outstanding work.
For 22-23, suggestions are: