The Division of Academic Affairs has a number of committees and task forces that play a crucial role in providing a collaborative forum for faculty, administrators, and students to discuss and make informed decisions on academic policies, curriculum development, and strategic planning. These entities contribute to the effective implementation of initiatives that enhance the quality of UT’s academic programs. Visit the Emergence of AI in Higher Education page for more information about UT’s AI committees.
Academic Affairs University Leadership
This taskforce is charged with the…
Members |
|
 Ozlem Kilic, lead |
Interim Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, and
Dean of College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies |
| Katherine Ambroziak | College of Architecture & Design |
| Lane Morris | Haslam College of Business |
| George Drinnon | Haslam College of Business |
| Julie Longmire | College of Communication & Information |
| Lars Dzikus | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Michael Danquah | Tickle College of Engineering |
| Teresa Walker | University Libraries |
| Javonda Williams Moss | College of Social Work |
| John Stier | Herbert College of Agriculture |
| Sheila Swift | College of Nursing |
| Brian Coldren | Office of the University Registrar |
| Brendan McConville | College of Music |
| Liem Tran | College of Arts & Sciences |
| John Scheb | Baker School of Public Policy & Public Affairs |
| Michel Higdon | College of Law |
Meetings |
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| January 8, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
| February 12, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
| March 11, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
| April 8, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
| May 13, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
his taskforce is charged with the…
Members |
|
Ozlem Kilic, lead |
Interim Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, and
Dean of College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies |
| Katherine Ambroziak | College of Architecture & Design |
| Melissa Irvin | Division of Student Success |
| Brian Coldren | Office of the University Registrar |
| Fabrizio D’Aloisio | Office of the University Registrar |
| Lars Dzikus | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Julie Longmire | College of Communication & Information |
| Lane Morris | Haslam College of Business |
| John Stier | Herbert College of Agriculture |
| Sheila Swift | College of Nursing |
| Teresa Walker | University Libraries |
| Amber Williams | Division of Student Success |
| Javonda Williams Moss | College of Social Work |
| Michael Danquah | Tickle College of Engineering |
| Liem Tran | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Brendan McConville | College of Music |
| Pat Akos | University Honors |
| John Scheb | Baker School of Public Policy & Public Affairs |
| Michel Higdon | College of Law |
| George Drinnon | Haslam College of Business |
| Josh Steele | Digital Learning |
| Jamie Coble | Tickle College of Engineering |
| Michelle Violanti | College of Communication & Information |
| Jochen Denzler | College of Arts & Sciences |
Meetings |
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| January 25, 2024 | 2–3:30 p.m. |
| February 22, 2024 | 1–2:30 p.m. |
| March 28, 2024 | 2–3:30 p.m. |
| April 25, 2024 | 1–2:30 p.m. |
| May 23, 2024 | 2–3:30 p.m |
TN Voice Course Evaluation
This group will meet monthly to make recommendations about the survey instrument, student participation, reporting of results, and other operational issues regarding TN Voice evaluations.
Members |
|
 Diane Kelly, Lead |
Vice Provost for Academic Affairs,
Office of the Provost |
| Joy Doan | College of Communication & Information |
| Yanfei Gao | Tickle College of Engineering |
| Ferlin McGaskey | Teaching & Learning Innovation |
| Jennifer Morrow | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| John Stier | Herbert College of Agriculture |
| Hannah Thompson | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Deborah Welsh | College of Arts & Sciences |
Meetings |
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| January 22 | 1–2 p.m. |
| February 26 | 1–2 p.m. |
| March 18 | 1–2 p.m. |
| April 22 | 1–2 p.m. |
| May 6 | 1–2 p.m. |
This group meets monthly to address the survey instrument, student participation, reporting of results, and other operational issues regarding the TN Voice process. They also engage the staff in Institutional Effectiveness as needed.
Members |
|
 Heather Hartman, Lead |
Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness,
Office of Institutional Effectiveness |
| Bob DuBois | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Elisabeth Schussler | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Courtney Wright | College of Communication & Information |
| Virginia Stormer | Teaching & Learning Innovation |
| Laura Trujillo | College of Arts & Sciences |
Meetings |
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| January 22 | 1–2 p.m. |
| February 26 | 1–2 p.m. |
| March 18 | 1–2 p.m. |
| April 22 | 1–2 p.m. |
| May 6 | 1–2 p.m. |
Certificates and Minors
This group works to provide guidance regarding certificates and minors across campus. They are charged with establishing criteria to distinguish among numerous certificates on topics that may apply to multiple disciplines; establish criteria to distinguish between certificates, minors, and majors within the same discipline; establish credit-hour guidelines for campus; and provide guidance on course substitutions, double counting courses among certificates and minors, and restrictions (if any) on percentage of coursework to be taken at UT.
Members |
|
 Lars Dzikus, Lead |
Associate Professor & Executive Director of Academic Affairs,
College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Michael Danquah | Tickle College of Engineering |
| Katie Cahill | Baker School of Public Affairs & Public Policy |
| Julie Longmire | College of Communication & Information |
| George Drinnon | Haslam College of Business |
| Brian Coldren | Office of the University Registrar |
| Molly Sullivan | Office of the University Registrar |
| Vandana Singh | College of Emerging & Collaborative Studies |
Meetings |
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| February 2, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| February 15, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 7, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 21, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 4, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 18, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
This group works to provide guidance regarding certificates and minors across campus. They are charged with establishing policies for non-degree students, as well as ensuring compliance with federal guidelines on coursework, including Course Program of Study (CPOS) and others.
Members |
|
Shanna Pendergrast, Lead |
Director of Advising Services,
College of Arts & Sciences |
| Julie Longmire | College of Communication & Information |
| Norma Harrington | Division of Enrollment Management |
| Katie McCay | Haslam College of Business |
| Brian Coldren | Office of the University Registrar |
| Jeff Gerkin | Division of Enrollment Management |
| Blake Douglas | One Stop Student Services |
| Natalie Stepanov | Division of Student Success |
Meetings |
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| February 5, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| February 19, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 4, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 18, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 1, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 15, 2024 | 2–3 p.m. (Zoom) |
Non-traditional Student Experience
This group works to improve the pedagogical landscape of online coursework, including evaluating the assessment of online courses, developing guidelines for best online teaching practices, establishing recommendations for teaching load, and identifying the tools, services, and resources necessary to support online teaching.
Members |
|
 Josh Steele, Lead |
Chief Programs Officer and Associate Vice Dean,
Digital Learning |
| George Drinnon | Haslam College of Business |
| Michelle Violanti | College of Communication & Information |
| Jason Johnston | Digital Learning |
| Brian Coldren | Office of the University Registrar |
| Jamie Grieg | Baker School of Public Policy & Public Affairs |
| Phillip Moore | College of Nursing |
| Robin Harris | College of Nursing |
| Tatia Jordan | College of Communication & Information |
| Brendan McConville | College of Music |
| Robert Mindrup | College of Social Work |
| Heidi Stolz | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Jennifer Davis | Haslam College of Business |
Meetings |
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| February 1, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| February 15, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| February 29, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 14, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 28, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 11, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 25, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. (Zoom) |
This group works to improve the institutional processes involved in online coursework, including evaluating the assessment of online courses, developing guidelines for best online teaching practices, establishing recommendations for teaching load, and identifying the tools, services, and resources necessary to support online teaching.
Members |
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Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Initiatives and University Registrar, Office of the University Registrar |
| George Drinnon | Haslam College of Business |
| Michelle Violanti | College of Communication & Information |
| Josh Steele | Digital Learning |
| Shay Scott | Haslam College of Business |
| Ginny Valentin | Digital Learning |
| Molly West | UT Institute of Agriculture |
| Phillip Moore | College of Nursing |
| Julie Longmire | College of Communication & Information |
| Courtney Childers | College of Communication & Information |
| Alexis Anderson | College of Communication & Information |
| Melissa Irvin | Division of Student Success |
| Robert Mindrup | College of Social Work |
| Sally Harris | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Mary Beth Burlison | |
| David Cihak | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Melody Hobbs | College of Education, Health & Human Sciences |
| Kenneth Baker |
Meetings |
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| February 13, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |
| February 27, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 12, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |
| March 26, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 9, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |
| April 22, 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12 p.m. (Zoom) |