Executive Committee

Description: The executive committee is advisory to the dean on the business and general welfare of the college and shall provide review and feedback on proposals on college operations.

Areas of responsibility: The committee shall

• Propose changes or review, analyze and evaluate proposals for changes to college operations.
• Assess emerging industry trends that could significantly affect academic programs and propose changes to ensure excellent career preparation for students.
• Advise the dean on conditions affecting the faculty, staff and students and their ability to carry out their duties.
• Advise the dean on initiatives to enhance the college’s position with students, alumni, other units of the university and other journalism and communication programs in the country.
• Hear appeals from students regarding grades and other matters in which a student might consider his or her standing or performance to have been adversely affected.
• Carry out such other duties as assigned by the dean. 

2025-2026 Executive Committee

Members

• Adam Wagler, Chair
• Jemalyn Griffin
• Valerie Jones
• Karez Hassan
• Kaci Richter
• Betsy Emmons
• Matt Waite

Previous Years