Title
Academic Computing Advisory Committee

Purpose and Function
The committee is the major vehicle for faculty involvement in planning for the diverse applications of computer technology across the campus. It advises the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Technology by

encouraging faculty self-development and awareness of the role of computer technology in higher education;

evaluating and recommending proposals for development of computer resources;

encouraging the purchase of compatible hardware and software solutions to meet the academic computer needs of faculty and students in a cost-effective manner;

examining associated legal issues, e.g., those .related to intellectual property.

Membership and Selection
Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Technology (Chair)
Director of Library Services
Coordinator of Training and User Support
Coordinator of Media and Distance Education
Director of Management Information Systems
Director of Network Services
One full-time faculty member from each college
Two full-time faculty members at large

Faculty members are appointed by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Term
Faculty - two years with possibility of reappointment

Meetings
Meetings are held at least twice a year.

Reports to
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

History of Academic Computing Advisory Committee
02/26/03 - Revision approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs
04/16/08 – Change made to reflect that Coordinator of  Instructional Technology Services and Coordinator of Distance Education were combined with the title Coordinator of Media and Distance Education
05/02/08 - Change made to title Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
05/06/08 - Change made to title Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Technology

Last update May 6, 2008
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