October 17, 2025

Agenda

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  1. Review of September Minutes
    1. Kudos
      1. Nominator: Rachel Nozicka
        1. Rachel nominated Vannessa Killen: Vannessa organized and coordinated everything for our JOMC 100 peer mentor interviews, section assignments, and training. I am new to this process, and I am so thankful for her keen insight, empathy, and desire to see everyone succeed at each step. She is a great advisor for the Peer Mentor Program!
      2. Nominee: Natalie Becerra
        1. Natalie was nominated by Haley Hamel. Natalie went above and beyond this week to ensure the front office was covered while Tiffany was out. I truly appreciate her stepping up to support a colleague and keep things running smoothly. Kudos to Natalie!
  2. Announcements
  3. Dean's Report
    1. Budget Update
    2. Committee Notes
      1. Executive Committee
        1. Votes
          1. To approve a new name for the DEI Committee
      2. Strategic Planning Committee
  4. AD Academic Programs Report
    1. Committee Notes
      1. Undergraduate Curriculum Committee
        1. Announcements 
          1. Spring Schedule and Book Orders
          2. Summer Teaching
          3. Portfolio Development and Review
          4. ITS Polling App
          5. Title II Accessibility
          6. Study Abroad Taskforce
      2. Graduate Program Committee 
        1. Announcements 
          1. Sports Promotion Grad Certificate Courses
          2. Impact of Federal Policies – Student Loans & Duration Status
          3. Application turnaround time
          4. Updates to Grad Curriculum - PJ Specialization modification/deletion
  5. AD Faculty Affairs Report
    1. Committee Notes
      1. CCB
      2. Research and Awards
  6. Committee Plans & Reports
    1. Scholarships & Student Success Committee
    2. Technology & Infrastructure Committee
    3. Student Competitions Committee
    4. Advertising and Public Relations Major
    5. Broadcasting Major
    6. Journalism Major
    7. Sports Media & Communications Major
    8. Staff Council
  7. Upcoming Events & Deadlines
    1. Oct. 19-22: NYC Media Tour
    2. Oct. 20: NHSPA Fall Convention
    3. Oct. 20: NYC Student/Alumni Reception
    4. Oct. 23: BL Design Challenge Kickoff
    5. Oct. 31: Halloween Costume Contest
    6. Nov. 6: BL Design Challenge Final 
    7. Nov. 11: HS Basketball Media Days
    8. Nov. 13: HS Basketball Media Days
    9. Nov. 14: CIE: Training and Compliance 

Faculty & Staff Resources