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Spring 2024 Quarterly Newsletter

From the Vice Chancellor

Dear Campus Community,

In our last e-newsletter for 2023-2024, I’ve highlighted where we landed in terms of our overarching goals for the division during this academic year. Each is listed below with a brief update. With the hard work of many faculty and staff in our division, along with our many campus partners, we accomplished a lot together. In addition, I am proud of all that our schools and offices across the division accomplished in their units this year. You remind me every day of how committed you are to our students, our campus, the region, and each other. Thank you!

1. Complete the undergraduate advising framework changes:ÌýWe’ve made significant strides this year towards a new era of comprehensive advising for 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell undergraduates. OurÌýAcademic AdvisingÌýunit is eagerly anticipating its fully centralized launch on July 1st, with new assistant directors joining the team. We’re excited to provide holistic advising from our new 56³Ô¹ÏÍø-1 location and pleased to announce Jessica Trenkamp as Assistant Director of Advising, Hiring & Training, and Nhi Tran as Assistant Director of Advising, First-Year and Pre-Major Liaison.ÌýThis year we were able to create a career ladder for professional academic advisors, craft agreements with each school on advising work responsibilities, create a transition plan for current students, and begin an assessment plan for the new advising model. Many thanks to the staff and faculty on the Advising Advisory Council for their input and guidance on this work. In the autumn, look for a call for participation in a new student success leadership group to continue to support our work.Ìý
2. Complete the creation of a major declaration/change process for undergraduate students:ÌýAfter two years of collaboration between the Division of Enrollment Management and academic affairs, and multiple faculty discussions, we’ve implemented a streamlined degree matriculation and change process. Students at 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell can now declare their major more easily for programs with open enrollment or minimum requirement declarations. This simplification reduces administrative barriers and enables earlier matriculation.ÌýÌýto see which majors have adopted this equitable, accessible process, with more to come in the next year.
3. Revise the formula for faculty office space:Ìý°Õ³ó±ðÌýOffice Allocation Guidelines Work Group, comprised of faculty representatives and chaired by Brinda Sarathy, Professor and Dean of IAS, and Dr. Shauna Elbers Carlisle, Associate Professor at IAS and GFO past chair, was tasked with evaluating the faculty office space allocation process. The committee recommended maintaining the current allocation formula. Based on this advice, along with several follow-up conversations, the updated policy now reads as follows: Since the number of full-time faculty members typically exceeds the number of available faculty offices, the total number of offices assigned to each school will equal at least 90% of the combined total of tenure-track and teaching track faculty (regular appointment 100% FTE) in the school. From the pool of offices allotted to each school, the deans will assign individual faculty offices based on school policies and needs.Ìý
4. Strengthen support for excellent and transformative pedagogy:Ìý°Õ³ó±ð Learning and Teaching Collaborative continues to grow and strengthen support for pedagogy on campus. Some of the current work includes promoting and developing inclusive learning environments and reimagining how we use digital technology and tools such as AI to support student learning and engagement. The team also continues to meet with faculty 1:1 working on topics such as Canvas design and support, trauma-informed teaching, teaching with AI, and active learning strategies in large enrollment courses. Additionally, in collaboration with the Office of Connected Learning, we are wrapping up year one of our inaugural High Impact Practice Faculty Fellowship, supporting Pre-Major students.ÌýWith the L&T team transitioning to theÌýOffice of Faculty SuccessÌýnext academic year, we expect this support to be strengthened even more.
5. Strengthen support for research, scholarship, and creative practice:Ìý°Õ³ó±ð Office of Faculty Success’ portfolio expands next year to include support for faculty research, scholarship, and creative practice in addition to support for sponsored research.
6. Strengthen support and structures for faculty success at all career stages:ÌýAfter a two-year start up, theÌýOffice of Faculty Success’Ìýportfolio will expand starting next academic year to meet the needs identified by our faculty of all ranks and tracks in numerous listening sessions. Congratulations to Dr. Wadiya Udell on their appointment as associate vice chancellor for faculty success!
7. Improve communications and engagement across the division:ÌýThis is an area that did not get as much attention as we hoped, however we experimented with a few ideas that we will continue and expand on for next year.Ìý
8. Maintain momentum for all students to meet the campus-wide community engagement undergraduate learning goal at graduation:ÌýWe paused on this goal as the campus-wide effort to again get the Carnegie Foundation’s Classification for Community Engagement geared up. In the meantime, our assessment team is currently working with faculty to identify student sample assignments that focus on community engagement.
9. Revisit the undergraduate learning goals so that assessment is feasible and meaningful:ÌýIn light of tri-campus discussions regarding the general education requirements,ÌýCampus Council on Assessment and Learning (CCAL)Ìýis also revisiting the remaining undergraduate learning goals. This will guide the work moving forward so that our campuswide assessment process is more meaningful.
10. Identify the campus-wide structural needs to support graduate programs:ÌýA campus-wide discussion on enhancing graduate student recruitment led to the formation of theÌýGraduate Student Recruitment WorkgroupÌýin Winter 2024. Chaired by Dr. Tyson Marsh and supported by Sheneetra Wilson, Assistant Director of Graduate Studies, and Emily Christian,ÌýDean of Enrollment Services, the group aims to address priority needs identified during a consultation meeting with Jim Black of SEM Works in November 2023. By the end of Spring quarter, the workgroup plans to present a prioritized list of implementation strategies and financial requests to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs. We will share widely.

As the quarter and the academic year ends, below are just a few of the many highlights about our faculty and staff. Thank you to everyone in the academic affairs division for working hard, engaging with challenging issues, and caring about each other and our amazing students. I hope we all find good ways to recharge this summer. As always, please fill out our , stop my office in 56³Ô¹ÏÍø2–124B, or invite me to your space.

Sharon A. Jones, Ph.D., VCAA

Cross-disciplinary
Connected Learning
Community Engagement

Staff Changes

We are thrilled to welcome two new members to our team. Sena Crow will be joining us as the DEIA & Student Engagement Librarian, starting on June 24th. Sena brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, as well as engaging our student community. We are also excited to welcome Kaleena Devine as our new Program Coordinator. Coming to us from the SEIU 1199 NW Field Admin Team, Kaleena is passionate about outdoor activities, volunteering, and art, and we look forward to the creativity and enthusiasm they will bring to the role. Please join us in giving Sena and Kaleena a warm welcome!

Spotlight: Recognizing Faculty

Distinguished Faculty Awards

Distinguished Research, Scholarship & Creative Activity Award
Dr. Sophie Leroy, honored with the 2024 DRSCA, delved into workplace interruptions’ effects on performance. Read the story here.

Distinguished Teaching Award
Dr. Raissa DeSmet, winner of the 2024 DTA, prioritizes a student-centered approach, inspired by her family’s educational legacy. Read the story here.

Distinguished Teaching Legacy Award
Shauna Elbers Carlisle received the 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Distinguished Teaching Legacy Award for her outstanding work in and out of the classroom. .

Outstanding Mentor Award
Dr. Yolanda Padilla was recognized for her exceptional mentorship of undergraduate research. .

Outstanding Community-Engaged Scholar Award
Congratulations to Jin-Kyu Jung for receiving the .

Outstanding Public Service Award
Congratulations to Felicity Abeyta for receiving the .

Retirement Announcements

The faculty below are retiring at the end of the academic year. As they embark on this new chapter of their lives, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your dedicated service and outstanding contributions to 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell. Your unwavering commitment to excellence has left an indelible mark on our institution and the countless lives you’ve touched. Your passion for teaching, research, and mentorship has inspired generations of students and colleagues alike. Your legacy will continue to resonate throughout our campus community for years to come. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors and hope you take pride in the lasting impact you’ve made.

• Robin Angotti, Professor, STEM
• Marc Servetnick, Professor, STEM
• David Socha, Associate Professor, STEM

Husky Sustainability Awards

A number of 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell members received honorable mentions in the . Congratulations to Brett Konzek, staff, and Faith Lambert, student.

Highlights

Faculty Success

Associate Vice Chancellor for Faculty Success
Dr. Wadiya Udell, who served as acting AVC-FS, has been appointed as AVC-FS starting on June 1, 2024. We look forward to her continued leadership.

Dean announcements
Dr. Mabel Ezeonwu was appointed interim dean of the School of Nursing & Health Studies and Dr. Wayne Au was appointed as dean of the School of Educational Studies.

Faculty expertise database
The Office of Faculty Success is creating a database to showcase 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell faculty expertise. This will aid collaboration and help OSR find funding opportunities. Available by end of June.

New Collaborative for Socio-Ecological Engagement
A new center at the EERC at St. Edward State Park has been authorized and aims to create innovative solutions in order to reach a brighter, more sustainable future. To learn more, visit the webpage.

Fulbright Scholar in Qatar
Dr. Charity Lovitt, associate teaching professor, went to Qatar for the Fulbright program and introduced students to the Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) method. Read this story to learn more about her trip.

Faculty piece highlighted in Harvard Business Review
Stephen Jones, Associate Professor of Management at the School of Business, and his colleagues published “” in the HBR.

Arab Community Award
Join us in celebrating Karam Dana for receiving the Arab Community of the Pacific Northwest Outstanding Service and Leadership Award, honoring his dedication to community leadership and social justice.

Latinx faculty recognition
Drs. Enrique Reynoso, Janelle Silva, and Yolanda Padilla (IAS) were honored at the 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Latino Center for Health’s 6th Latinx Faculty Recognition Event on April 17, 2024.

Summer Reading Group recipients
Congratulations to Yue Bian (SES), Xiaodong Nie (Business), Kosuke Niitsu (SNHS), and Min Tang (IAS). Their reading group on culturally minoritized first-gen immigrant faculty received the Summer Reading Group Award.

Teaching & Learning Symposium
Congratulations to Sunita Iyer, Laurie Anderson, Dawn-Marie Oliver, Ursula Valdez, Matt Gliboff, and Brett Clay for their featured presentations at this year’s .

Workload standards submission
We submitted our workload standards to the Office of Academic Personnel and are waiting for their approval. Given that we had a short timeline for this critical effort, we will be revisiting this issue next year.

FY2024 Sponsored Research
Congratulations to all researchers receiving awards or continued funding in FY2024! Explore the latest recipients and their projects on our website.

SRCP Seed Grant Recipients 2024
Congratulations to the faculty awarded funding through the SRCP Seed Grant Program, supporting research across all disciplines with $250,000 annually. Awards run from July 2024 to June 2025.

Student Success

Mary Gates Scholarship Awards
Congratulations to the 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell Mary Gates award recipients. The Research Scholarship went to Carol Miu, Alex Salley, and Abby Wang, while Itzetl Teoba received the Leadership Scholar award.

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
Michael Cho, 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell alumnus, was awarded the .

Digital Scholars Cohort announced
Congratulations to the , who will receive digital skills training and career exploration over three quarters, including a summer internship.

Student Success Equity Intensive
Since Autumn 2022, SSEI analyzed data to identify barriers. Four members completed a leadership institute and focus groups are now exploring student belonging to inform future strategies.

Celebrating the Husky 100
Six Bothell students were featured in this year’s Husky 100. Join us in celebrating: Antonia Dorn, Gurkirat Singh Guliani, Dang Truong, phoenix kai vaughan-ende, Vivian Lam and Emerald Chuesh.

The CROW Journal out now
Check out the latest edition of The CROW Journal, featuring research work by 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell students. .

Undergraduate Research Symposium
Over 40 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell students presented in the Undergraduate Research Symposium in Seattle on May 17. The event included poster, arts, and oral presentations in all disciplines.

Student Academic Showcase
This campus-wide celebration, held from May 10-17, featured 70 student participants, presentations, performances, Data Day, awards, and lots of fun and networking.

Library study pods
Two study pods are now installed, with seven additional pods scheduled for installation over the summer, including one ADA-compliant pod.

Open Education Week
From March 4-8, we highlighted the use of OE Resources (OER), vital for affordable higher education. For inquiries on incorporating OER into your courses, contact Campus Library OER and explore this .

Other Updates

Vice Chancellor’s Leadership: This quarter, we focused on management challenges affecting faculty and staff, faculty workload standards, 2025-27 state operating budget requests,  discussions, and discussions with Provost Serio and Chancellor Esterberg.

Leadership searches: It’s been a busy year of leadership searches within the academic affairs division. We are excited about the enthusiasm and hope our new leaders bring to their units and grateful to those who facilitated these searches. We also acknowledge the faculty who applied but were not appointed; your vision and ideas enriched the process throughout, revealing your many talents. Our campus is fortunate to have such dedicated faculty willing to take on these challenging roles, and we are very grateful.

• Dean of STEM search:ÌýWe extended the search timeline for theÌýDean of STEMÌýto the first part of the fall quarter. Recruitment efforts will continue over the summer. Finalists are expected to meet with the campus community in mid-October, aiming for an appointment around January 1st, 2025. Please share theÌýÌýwith your network and stay tuned for updates on the website.
• Faculty Director of the Collaborative for Socio-Ecological Engagement (CSEE) search:ÌýApplications for theÌýÌýare due by the end of the month. The search committee will review applications in early June, with the goal of appointing a Director later this summer.
• Dean ofÌýSNHS search:Ìý°Õ³ó±ð finalists visited campus and final deliberations are underway. For more information on candidates and the ongoing search, please visit theÌýsearch webpage.

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities visit: The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), responsible for accrediting the University of Washington, conducted a mid-cycle review on April 8-9. 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell staff and faculty participated in meetings. NWCCU commended 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell for innovative practices in undergraduate advising, Discovery Core assessment, and meta-major utilization.

Upcoming Events

• May 29:Ìý
• May 30:ÌýStudent Recognition Ceremony
• June 1:Ìý
• June 3:Ìý
• June 5:ÌýDiversity Center Graduation
• June 6:ÌýLavender Graduation
• June 6:Ìý
• June 7:ÌýSenior + Family Day
• June 8:ÌýGraduate Hooding Ceremony
• June 9:Ìý56³Ô¹ÏÍø BothellÌýCommencement
• June 17:Ìý

Important Dates & Deadlines

• May 28-June 5:ÌýLibrary open extended hours for finals
• May 31:ÌýLast day of spring instruction
• June 9-16:ÌýSummer break
• June 11:ÌýGrades due 5pm
• June 19:ÌýJuneteenth (campus and library closed)
• July 4:ÌýIndependence DayÌý(campus and library closed)