Introduction

  • This election is for CAPC At-large Representative. The rules for this election are listed below.
  • The nominees for the CAPC At-large Representative election are listed to the right. The list to the right is not a ballot.
  • This list in not official until nominations have been closed and the list of nominees has been reviewed and verified by the APSCUF Nominations and Elections Committee.
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The nominees for CAPC At-large Representative are:

Thomas Andrews
Jay Berkowitz
Deanne Z. Bonifazi
Patricia C. Broderick
Neil Curtis
Kevin W. Dean
Timothy Lutz
Mary Ann Maggitti
Thomas Platt
Arlene Rengert
C. James Trotman
Lesley A. Welsh
Paul R Wolfson

Nominations close Apr 5, 2002.
All Regular Faculty may be nominated.

Rules for the Election

    • The following departments have at-large representatives whose terms continue another year: Biology, Criminal Justice, Foriegn Languages, Kinesiology, Library, and Political Science. Hence, faculty from these departments may not be nominated for this election.
    • Each department can have at most one at-large representative on CAPC.
    • The election is decided by a plurality of those casting votes unless such results violate the previous rule or the number of candidates does not exceed the number of positions to fill. In the later case, each candidate will be voted on by an approve/disapprove ballot.
    • Vacant seats will be filled one at a time with the current vacant seat filled by the candidate with the highest vote count. As each seat is filled, the candidate filling that seat and any other candidates from the same department as the candidate filling that seat will be disqualified. Votes cast for disqualified candidates, as just defined, will not be considered in filling remaining vacant seats.
    • Each candidate selected counts as a cast vote.
    • Members elected to at-large seats cannot be nominated for school representative seats.
    • Seats with longer terms will be filled first. In the case of an approve/disapprove ballot, candidates will be ranked according to number of approve votes.

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Thomas Andrews


Department: Economics/Finance


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Jay Berkowitz


Department: Theatre Arts

I am finishing my first full term as a CAPC at-large representative. I believe that the experience has given me a foundation for reasoned contributions if reelected. My work, over the years and across the university helps fill, to me, a major requirement for at-large election.


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Deanne Z. Bonifazi


Department: Psychology

I have served on CAPC for the past two years and hope to be re-elected so that I can continue to serve on this very important committee. I am deeply committed to maintaining/improving the quality of education at WCU. I believe I have a good understanding of concerns held by many faculty members as well as concerns of students. As the Graduate Coordinator for Psychology, I am particularly sensitive to issues central to graduate education. Serving on CAPC for a second term will allow me to continue providing input on curriculum and university policies.


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Patricia C. Broderick


Department: Counseling and Educational Psychology

As a former member of the Faculty Senate and University Forum and as Graduate Coordinator of School Counseling programs for the past four years, I have had the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with others in moving toward the goals of curriculum improvement and enhancement of student learning. I would appreciate the opportunity to continue these efforts as a member of CAPC.


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Neil Curtis


Department: Sports Medicine

I am completing my first term as a CAPC member. I look forward to continuing to serve WCU and the School of Health Sciences as a representative on CAPC. I believe my CAPC experience along with my experience as a department chair the last five years have provided me with insight and perspective to be a productive member of this essential committee.


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Kevin W. Dean


Department: Communication Studies

I would welcome your support as I seek thrid term on CAPC. During my time with the group I have served on both the undergaduate programs and general educaiton committees, held two terms as recording secretary and this past year it has been a pleasure serving as the Chair of the general assembly. With the assistance of an outstanding Execuitive Board and the diligent work from many CAPC members we have made great progress this year as we prepare for the implementation of the new general education program in the fall. We have also made positive strides in refining our by-laws to enhance our efficiency and inclusiveness as we deal with critical curricular and policy issues. I am also particularly proud of the newly initiated Best Practices and Pedagogy Awards which enable CAPC to be proactive in its recognition of quality education.


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Timothy Lutz


Department: Geology & Astronomy

During my first two-year term on CAPC I have been a member of the Academic Program Review Committee, which has been evaluating low-enrollment programs and helping to develop the R2 (review and reapproval) process. Assessing programs and curriculum-- attempting to determine whether they are performing as we intend-- is important for the University at several levels. If re-elected I look forward to representing the faculty on this committee and in the CAPC Assembly.


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Mary Ann Maggitti


Department: Early Childhood and Special Ed

The development and revision of curriculum and academic policies are essential functions in maintaining the quality and vitality of the university. The complex and sometimes competing demands of our disciplines, our university and system, and our students need to be weighed as we continually reshape our programs. As a member of CAPC I hope to use my varied experiences in curriculum development and my ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to these processes in a thoughtful and responsive way.


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Thomas Platt


Department: Philosophy


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Arlene Rengert


Department: Geography

I have served many terms on CAPC, including active service on several of its committees and task forces. I believe this breadth of experience contributes to informed commentary as we work to improve the WCU curriculum and academic policies.


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C. James Trotman


Department: English


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Lesley A. Welsh


Department: Professional/Secondary Ed.

Serving on CAPC, which is a critically important university committee, would be a privilege. As a 10-year member of the Professional and Secondary Education department and with my experience as an assessment coordinator I would bring my unique skills, perspectives and enthusiasm to the position. I would value an opportunity to serve on this committee.


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Paul R Wolfson


Department: Mathematics

During my four years' service, CAPC has considered a number of important curricular issues, including revision of the General Education requirements. Although the new requirements are far from perfect, I think that our extensive discussion made many improvements. I would like to continue to work to maintain or imporve the quality of our courses and programs. I therefore solicit your vote.


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