College Standing Committees
2022-2023
Academic Scheduling Committee
The Committee is charged with planning the academic calendar including, but not limited to, developing academic scheduling guidelines, complying with contact hour requirements, determining common course start and end times, developing the final exam schedule, proposing a strategy to expanding hybrid course offerings, and proposing a strategy to expand evening/weekend course offerings so that a student may obtain an award by taking evening/weekend courses.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Deana Sheppard
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Boucher | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Wendy Beckham (Chair) | 2020 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Jenna Wallis | 2020 | 2025 | 1st | NHS |
| Lara Smith | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Adam Wiggins | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | Registrar’s Office |
| Jason Waller | 2020 | 2025 | 1st | PTP |
| Jamie Bitzenhofer | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Faculty Senate |
| Amanda Marshall (ex-officio) | ||||
| Belinda Prihoda (ex-officio) | ||||
| Billie Anderson (ex-officio) |
Admission Appeals Committee
To consider requests for admission or readmission in which the applicant’s qualifications are atypical, and to consider policies and procedures appeals from students who have been placed on scholastic probation or suspension.
Administrative Lead: Kim Lessner
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Fontaine | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Advising |
| Adam Wiggins | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | Operations |
| Rose Roberson | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Operations |
| Ronda Howe | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
Assessment
To promote continuous improvement and enhancement of student learning through the use of assessment data; to discuss and share assessment strategies, make assessment resources available to encourage continued learning about assessment and maintain the College’s outcomes for all units (educational programs, general education, academic and student support services, and administrative); to serve as a repository for assessment efforts; and to encourage challenging and student centered instruction.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Belinda A. Prihoda
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashleigh Lewis | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Geoff Wilbanks | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Stormie Perry | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | NHS |
| Jack Delaney | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Cory Fowler | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Link Worthen | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Roland Schick | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Alyssa Haynes | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Jeannie Lafferty | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Bridget Moore | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | HCFA |
| Derrick White | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Mensch, Heather | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Justin Sullivan (Chair-Elect) | 2020 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Paul Watts | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Nicole Wright | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | PTP |
| Deb Welch | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | PTP |
| Anne Provencher | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | EMS |
| Wesley Speake | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | NHS |
| Julie Mettlen (Chair) | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | NHS |
| Karl Zuehlke | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | HCFA |
| (Faculty Senate Academic Committee Representative) | 2022 | 2023 | 1st | TBD |
College Administrative and Academic Student Services Assessment
| Steve Logan | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Business Services |
| Brad Gifford (Chair) | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Bill Wong | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | Advancement |
| Pamela Rathbun | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Shanna Natasha Hart | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Danna Baggett | 2021 | 2023 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Lauren Tyler | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Jeanie Oxler | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Belinda Prihoda, ex-officio | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |
College Program Review
Review, revise, and implement a program review process for all educational programs/awards; mentor/advise department chairs undergoing the program review process; develop and implement a program review assessment schedule; based on the strategic plan, identify student data and review departmental student data to determine areas for continuous improvement; and support continuous improvement across the college to increase student success and achievement. Membership includes the following: 3 deans, one department chair from each school, one faculty member from each school, Director for Student Success, Director for Learning Commons, Registrar (data manager and report development), and Director for Institutional Effectiveness (Chair of Committee).
Administrative Lead: Dr. Belinda A. Prihoda
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Richey Dean HCFA | 2021 | 2024 | 1st |
| Elizabeth Olivier Dean NHS | 2021 | 2026 | 1st |
| Brent Wallace Dean CS | 2021 | 2025 | 1st |
| Wesley Speake* Department Chair NHS | 2022 | 2025 | 1st |
| Geoff Willbanks Department Chair EMS | 2021 | 2026 | 1st |
| Jason Waller Department Chair PTP | 2021 | 2024 | 1st |
| Derik Gray Program Coordinator HCFA | 2021 | 2025 | 1st |
| Lisa Baker Faculty NHS | 2021 | 2024 | 1st |
| Jennifer Parsons Faculty EMS | 2021 | 2025 | 1st |
| James Griffin Faculty PTP | 2022 | 2026 | 1st |
| Bridget Moore Faculty HCFA | 2021 | 2024 | 1st |
| Matthew Ramirez Director, Student Success | 2021 | 2025 | 1st |
| Maggie Ruelle Director, Learning Commons | 2021 | 2026 | 1st |
| Britt Sabota Registrar | 2021 | 2024 | 1st |
| Belinda Prihoda Director, Institutional Effectiveness | 2021 | 2026 | 1st |
College Safety
To promote a safe and healthy setting for all employees, students, and visitors by focusing on protecting human health, property, and the environment.
Administrative Lead: Kim Lessner
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Seale (Chair) | 2020 | 2023 | 1st |
| Andrew Cantey | 2020 | 2023 | 1st |
| Jake Clark* | 2022 | 2023 | 1st |
| Stan Borel | 2020 | 2023 | 1st |
| Kevin Yochum | 2022 | 2025 | 1st |
| Kristi Cuellar | 2020 | 2023 | 1st |
| Richard Nichols* | 2022 | 2023 | 1st |
| Stephanie Lassanske | 2020 | 2023 | 1st |
| Faculty Senate Representative |
Curriculum & Instruction
The purpose of the committee is to review all curriculum change requests and, if applicable, make appropriate recommendations to the Provost. The committee will seek consensus on curriculum changes that best serve student interests in accordance with the Tyler Junior College mission statement and within the requirements of relevant accrediting bodies. The committee will serve as a channel of communication for all curriculum changes (WECM or ACGM) across the Tyler Junior College institution. Dissemination of information will flow from the Curriculum and Instruction Committee to the Director, Curriculum Development to appropriate offices including the Provost, Registrar, Academic Advising, Financial Aid, Institutional Effectiveness, Library Services, Information Technology, Deans and Department Chairs.
Administrative Lead: Billie Anderson
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Shaw, Chair | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | PTP |
| Nancy Carter* | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Jeff Akin | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | PTP |
| Julie Mettlen | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | NHS |
| Janet Booth | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | PTP |
| Jill Johnson | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Zelia McGaha | 2021 | 2024 | 2nd | NHS |
| Keitha McLain | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Jennifer Coon | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | PTP |
| Amanda Ratcliff | 2021 | 2024 | 2nd | HCFA |
| Billie Anderson, ex-officio | – | – | – | |
| Denny Yarbrough, ex-officio | – | – | – | |
| Chris Fontaine, ex-officio | – | – | – | |
| Britt Sabota, ex-officio | – | – | – | |
| Devon Wiggins, ex-officio | – | – | – | |
| Maggie Ruelle, ex-officio | – | – | – |
Data Intelligence Committee
The Data Intelligence Committee provides guidance to the College as it navigates data needs to make informed decisions. The Committee provides insights to define data points and create reports, dashboards, and infographics for College Stakeholders.
Administrative Lead: Kim Lessner
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britt Sabota Registrar | 2023 | 2026 | 1st | Registrar |
| Seth Clark Asst. Director for Institutional Effectiveness | 2023 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Cliff Boucher Dean for Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Elizabeth Olivier Dean for Nursing and Health Sciences | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Deborah Welch Department Chair from School of Professional and Technical Programs | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Abigail Bruxvoort Department Chair from School of Humanities, Communications, and Fine Arts | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Ronnie Williams Manager for Data Services | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Operations |
| Bill Wong Director for Advancement Operations | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Institutional Advancement |
| Devon Wiggins Director for Financial Aid and Enrollment Support Services | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Business Services |
| Chris Fontaine Executive Director for Academic Advising and Testing Services | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Tim Drain Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Rose Murillo Chief Human Resources Officer | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Human Resources |
| David Brown Director for Institutional Research Chair | – | – | – | Operations |
Department Chairs
To represent the chairs in collaboration with the academic deans and the Provost in addressing educational issues affecting chairs. Collect data and other information and solicit input from members of the academic team. Make recommendations to the Provost and President of TJC, work with the Human Resource office to provide professional development activities to improve the performance of chairs, and monitor the interaction of chairs with administrative offices. Composed of one chair from each academic school, one academic dean, and a representative of the professional development office of the Human Resources Department, will work with the Faculty Senate to present issues and recommendations to the administration as a partner in shared governance.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Deana Sheppard
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodney Whetzel | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Jim Richey | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Carrie Hobbs (Chair) | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | NHS |
| Larry Matson | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | PTP |
| Lara Smith | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
General Education
To establish measurable general education outcomes which specify knowledge and skills that students should gain from completing courses in the various component areas of the core curriculum; to review submissions for changes to the general education core curriculum and make appropriate recommendations to the Provost; and to oversee all College assessment efforts that pertain to General Education including analysis of results, use of results, and follow-up of action plans.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Belinda A. Prihoda
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | School |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Waller (Chair) | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | PTP |
| Tammy Burnette | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | NHS |
| David Dickerson (Chair-Elect) | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Brent Thorn | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Keith Eppich | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Jamie Bitzenhofer | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Rebecca Owens | 2019 | 2024 | 2nd | EMS |
| Cindy Allen | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Karl Zuehlke | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | HCFA |
| Anne Provencher | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | EMS |
| Brenda Korich | 2021 | 2025 | 1st | NHS |
| Faculty Senate Representative, ex-officio | – | – | – | – |
| Billie Anderson, ex-officio | – | – | – | – |
| Belinda Prihoda, ex-officio | – | – | – | – |
Honors
To facilitate the implementation of innovative ideas with the Honors Program; to make key decisions about the program’s curricula, instruction and operation; to advise the honor’s director and the administrative dean; and to evaluate the program along the lines of vision and efficacy on an annual basis.
Administrative Lead: Dave Funk
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Boucher | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | Dean |
| Chuck Thornton | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | EMS |
| Kasi Dickerson | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Lisa Baker | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | NHS |
| Willace Johnson | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | PTP |
| Regan Minkel | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | HCFA |
| Erica Powell | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Debra Holcomb | – | – | – | President’s Office |
| Andrea Hathcote, ex-officio | – | – | – | – |
| Dave Funk, ex-officio | – | – | – | – |
Institutional Animal Care and Use (IACUC)
To serve as an advocate for any live animal used in teaching at Tyler Junior College. Under this general charge, the committee has oversight over the animal care programs, the facilities where animals are used, transported or housed, and proposed protocols describing animal use. The committee is composed of a faculty member at large, the faculty veterinarian, the faculty veterinary technician, the dean of Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences, and three community members in the veterinary/animal care field.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Cliff Boucher
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term |
| Rebecca Owens | 2024 | 2027 | 1st |
| Jennifer Council | – | – | – |
| Cliff Boucher | – | – | – |
| Christy Freislinger | 2023 | 2026 | 2nd |
| Steven Lloyd | 2023 | 2026 | 2nd |
| Bryan Ramsey | 2023 | 2026 | 3rd |
| Stuart Bannon | 2023 | 2026 | 1st |
| Catherine Cooper | – | – | – |
| BJ Duplechain | – | – | – |
| Stefenaie Santee | 2023 | 2026 | 1st |
| Kelly Brown | 2025 | 2028 | 1st |
| Carol Black | 2024 | 2027 | 1st |
Institutional Review Board
To assure, both in advance and by periodic review, that appropriate steps are taken to protect the rights and well-being of humans participating as subjects in a research study. The Institutional Review Board is authorized to approve, require modification (to secure approval), or disapprove research. The Committee is chaired by the Director for Institutional Effectiveness.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Deana Sheppard
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
| Julie Mettlen | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | NHS |
| Kristine Kirst | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | PTP |
| Kathrine Murray | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | EMS |
| Jack Caddell | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | EMS |
| Paul Watts | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | HCFA |
| Abigail Bruxvoort | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | HCFA |
| TBD (Community Member) | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | |
| Belinda Prihoda (Chair) | – | – | – | |
| Jennifer Jennings (secondary) | 2022 | 2025 | – | |
| Ryan Button, ex-officio | – | – | – |
Policy Review Committee
To review policies of the College and recommend changes to keep policies up-to-date. Membership on the committee consists of the SACSCOC Institutional Liaison, the Director for Employee Relations, Governance, and Compliance, a representative from Human Resources, a representative from Academic Affairs (dean or department chair), an Associate Vice President, a representative from Business Services, and a representative from Marketing and Enrollment Services.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Deana Sheppard
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
| Human Resources Representative | 2023 | 2026 | 1st | Human Resources |
| Lauren Miller | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Business Services |
| Elizabeth Olivier | 2021 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Whitney Mayfield | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Tim Drain* | 2022 | 2023 | 1st | AVP |
| Andrew Cantey | – | – | – | |
| Belinda Prihoda (Chair) | – | – | – |
*Filling open term
Professional Development Committee
Members of this committee will be heavily involved in the planning and implementation of professional development activities. Activities may include, but are not limited to, planning convocation weeks, identifying and recruiting presenters and/or presenting workshops/sessions for employees throughout the semester. The full committee will meet once in the fall and once in the spring with increased meetings throughout the summer to accommodate planning for the upcoming academic year. Meetings will be scheduled on Wednesdays at noon.
Administrative Lead: Maggie Ruelle
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
| Jerril BurnetteFaculty | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Nancy CarterFaculty Senate Representative | 2022 | 2023 | 1st | Faculty Senate |
| Jeffrey CreanFaculty | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | HCFA |
| Gigi DelkFaculty | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | PTP |
| Christine MeliusDepartment Chair | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | NHS |
| Elizabeth OlivierDean | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Dean |
| Rory PrueDepartment Chair | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | NHS |
| Lynn SittonDepartment Chair | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Chris SudduthFaculty | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | PTP |
| Kiera WarrenFaculty | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | HCFA |
| Joseph WebsterFaculty | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Megan BurnsStaff | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Advancement |
| Andrew CanteyAdministration | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | HR |
| Dave FunkAdministration | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Molly GarrettAdministration | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Business Services |
| Steve LoganAdministration | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Business Services |
| Keren LongshoreAdministration | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Operations |
| Shauna McCownStaff | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Jeanie OxlerAdministration | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Amanda RichardsonStaff | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Savannah SandersStaff | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Casey WellsStaff | 2022 | 2026 | 1st | Business Services |
| Ricky WilliamsStaff | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Business Services |
| Lisa WolmanStaff | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Katie Moses (Chair)Administration | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Ken Craver (ex-officio)Administration | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Maggie Ruelle (ex-officio)Administration | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |
Strategic Plan Evaluation Committee
To regularly assess the College’s execution of an ongoing, integrated, institution-wide effort to engage in research-based planning, resulting in the enhancement of the College District’s ability to achieve its mission. The Committee monitors the achievement of measurable outcomes found in the College’s strategic plan, serves as a liaison with campus stakeholders for the continuous assessment of the strategic plan, provides the College President with a formal evaluation of progress toward the accomplishment of the strategic plan goals in March of every year, recommends changes to the College’s goals and/or priorities, and conducts a thorough evaluation of the strategic plan and offers suggestions for the next strategic plan after the third year of the current strategic plan unless otherwise directed by the President. The Committee is chaired by the SACSCOC Institutional Liaison.
Administrative Lead: Dr. Deana Sheppard
| Committee Member | Beginning Term | Ending Term | Term | Area |
| Jim Richey | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Dean |
| Lisa Baker | 2022* | 2023 | 1st | NHS |
| Casey Callendar | 2020 | 2024 | 1st | PTP |
| Maggie Ruelle | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Pamela Rathbun | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Operations |
| Tampa Nannen | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Dean |
| Brent Wallace | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Dean |
| Jamie Bitzenhofer(Faculty Senate President) | 2022 | 2023 | 1st | Faculty Senate President |
| Rose Murillo | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Human Resources |
| Rick Nichols* | 2022 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Judie Bower | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | Continuing Studies |
| Matthew Bennett | 2022 | 2025 | 2nd | HCFA |
| Dave Hubbard | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | EMS |
| Cliff Boucher | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Elizabeth Olivier | 2020 | 2023 | 1st | Dean |
| Bill Wong | 2021 | 2024 | 1st | Institutional Advancement |
| Molly Garrett | 2022 | 2025 | 1st | Business Services |
| Lauren Miller* | 2022 | 2024 | 1st | Business Services |
| Deana Sheppard, ex-officio | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |
| Belinda Prihoda (Chair) | – | – | – | Academic and Student Affairs |