Deans' Council

Purpose & Charge

The Deans’ Council serves to facilitate division-wide collaboration in support of the mission and strategic goals of the University. The Deans’ Council reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) and is charged with providing recommendations to the VPAA on matters related to the development and implementation of academic policies, procedures and initiatives, as well as overall direction and oversight of the division. Additional charges include, but are not limited to:

1. Sharing information from
   a.  President’s Council
   b.  External sources
   c.  Internal constituencies
2. Gaining perspective in
   a.  Higher education in general
   b.  Ferris specifically
   c.  Cross-cutting issues
   d.  Current agendas, issues and initiatives
3. Creating a forum for planning and accountability in support of
   a.  Undergraduate, graduate, and professional education
   b.  Mission advancement
   c.  Financial stewardship
   d.  Strategic targets

Membership

Responsibilities

The Office of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for preparation and distribution of the agendas, minutes, and supporting materials.  However, it is the responsibility of all members to assure the success of the council through active participation, contributions to agenda development, and sponsorship of items of shared interest. 

Members are expected to attend Deans’ Council meetings whenever possible.  When a member is unable to participate, that individual should be represented by an administrative replacement, such as an associate dean, assistant dean, or department head.

Appropriate sharing of information to promote transparency and communication is expected of all members; protection of confidential information must be followed in accordance with University policy.