Mission

The Development Advisory Board Members serve as the champions and partners for the ideas and mission of the School of Education at the Â鶹¹ÙÍø.ÌýThey assist the school in fulfilling its goals through advocacy, outreach,Ìýevents, fundraising, and review of current educational issues.Ìý

If you have questions or are interested in becoming a member, please contact our Program ManagerÌýMargaret Bryant.

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  • Michelle Carpenter
  • Bob Charles, founding chair
  • Marty Coffin EvansÌý
  • Jackie Colt
  • Yvonne DiStefano
  • Irene Griego
  • Alphonse Keasley

  • Linda Kelley
  • Steve Ollanik
  • Nick Passanante
  • Barb Quinlan
  • Ann Scott
  • Cindy Stevenson, chair

Mission Focused

  • Be informed about the School’s mission, services, policies, and programs
  • Support the mission, philosophy, and goals of the SOE

Roles

  • Members will serve on one or two Task Forces that develop and implement a plan to address each of the primary Board initiatives (Membership, Fundraising, JEDI, Informed Advocacy & Outreach). The Chairs of these Task Forces, along with the Board Chair, form an Executive Committee. Ìý
  • The Board initiatives and corresponding Task Forces will be reviewed annually by the Dean and Board members.

Responsibilities

  • Serve a renewable three-year term of service with annual review of involvement
  • Devote adequate time, share professional expertise, advise, and offer perspectives on issues of importance to the School
  • Implement the Board initiatives as outlined by Task Force action plans
  • Attend Board meetings, Task Force meetings, and SOE functions as often as possible
  • Respond in a timely manner to requests from SOE for input on projects, completion of assignments, feedback, and information

Fundraising

  • Understand and support the School’s development efforts
  • Grow the School’s development resources and opportunities by supporting and advocating for the Dean’s strategic vision for the School
  • Participate in membership giving to the SOE through annual contributions and periodic campaigns to the greatest extent possible
  • Invite appropriate individuals, corporations, or organizations into a close relationship with the School by working with Development Staff in identifying and introducing new potential supporters

Engagement & Advocacy

  • Interact with faculty, staff, students, and programs in the SOE in order to be an informed advocate
  • Serve as a strong advocate to promote the SOE to friends, community members, colleagues, parents, alumni, and potential donors
  • Serve as a positive role model through interaction with SOE students
  • Be willing and accessible to share personal and professional area of expertise with the Board and staff
  • Participate in Â鶹¹ÙÍø Campus and CU System activities including Alumni Association, CU Advocates, and Heritage Society
  • Advocate, assist, and advise on opportunities for collaboration with industry, cross-campus units, school districts, and other University associations
  • Host, suggest, and organize engagement events involving key constituents

Integrity & Ethics

  • Safeguard proprietary information and comply with rules and regulations of the University
  • Adhere to standards of ethical conduct and act in best interests of the organization
  • Refrain from any activity that presents a potential conflict of interest
  • Show positive regard and respect for the organization and other Board members
  • Speak with one voice as a representative of the School

Building Capacity

  • Suggest possible Board nominees who can make significant contributions to the work of the Board and the School
  • Use every opportunity to heighten the profile of the School in the community

School of Education Responsibilities

  • Send appropriate and timely materials clearly outlining Board responsibilities, meetings, and agendas
  • Provide training and information for advocating support for the School
  • Communicate regularly on news and events of the School
  • Respond in a timely manner to requests from Board members

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