Technology Council 2011/12 Annual Report
Kathy Pletcher, Chair, Technology Council
The Technology Council is advisory to the Provost and responsible for developing and monitoring the campus technology plan and recommending technology policies. The Council is chaired by the Associate Provost of Information Services. Membership consists of representatives from each of the divisions, three faculty members, and one student.
Members for 2011/12 were:
- Academic Affairs – Mike Marinetti
- Advancement – Liz Leist
- Athletics – Dan McIver
- Business & Finance – Sharon Dimmer
- Faculty Representatives - Chuck Rybak, Christine Vandenhouten, Craig Hanke
- Information Services – David Kieper, Paula Ganyard
- Liberal Arts & Sciences – Scott Furlong
- Outreach & Adult Degree - Zach Voelz
- Professional & Graduate Studies - Sue Mattison
- Student Affairs – Mike Stearney & Brenda Amenson-Hill
- Student Representative - Michael Hengels
- Chair – Kathy Pletcher
- Conducted a technology survey of students, faculty and staff.
- Reviewed, modified and approved Workstation Policy.
- Approved Computer Lab Plans for 2012/13.
- Monitored progress on Tech Plan 2015.
- Discussed trends with e-textbook publishing.
- Discussed electronic imaging, electronic records management.
- Provided oversight on the Mobile Strategy Working Group.
- Provided feedback on the new IS Academic Technology Services design
- Reviewed social media guidelines for students
The Technology Council members feel that the work of the Council is very important to the institution. The Council meets monthly during the fall and spring semesters and is very productive.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathy Pletcher, Chair, Technology Council