SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost TABLE of CONTENTS

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SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Overview

4 The Opportunity

5 Required Qualifications Preferred Skills

6 Office of the Provost

7 About the College of DuPage

9 Leadership

10 Academics and Enrollment

11 What Makes Our Campus Unique?

13 About DuPage County

14 Procedures for Nomination and Application

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 2 The College of DuPage (COD) is a comprehensive community college with far- reaching impact. Located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois VISION just 25 miles outside of Chicago, the campus

covers 273 acres. The College is firmly rooted College of DuPage will be the primary college

in the community yet committed to reflecting the district residents choose for high quality

needs and demands of an ever-changing world. education. The College of DuPage offers nine degrees in over 150 areas of study, each degree program MISSION emphasizes relevant course-work and results- focused teaching by dedicated faculty. With The mission of College of DuPage is to be a nearly 27,000 students served annually, College center for excellence in teaching, learning, of DuPage is the second largest college in Illinois and cultural experiences by providing and growing. accessible, affordable, and comprehensive education. COD understands the importance of remaining relevant on multiple levels: interpersonal, VALUES academic, civic, cultural and economic. With a

steady eye on regional, national and international INTEGRITY developments, College of DuPage fulfills its We expect the highest standard of moral mission as an educational and economic agent character and ethical behavior. of change for the residents it serves. HONESTY Beyond all other considerations, though, We expect truthfulness and trustworthiness. the members of the College community are educators, devoted to the idea that knowledge is RESPECT

transformative. The College of DuPage believes We expect courtesy and dignity in all

there are few things more powerful than a mind interpersonal interactions. engaged. COD is excited by the possibilities RESPONSIBILITY ignited when knowledge is imparted through We expect fulfillment of obligations and meaningful discourse, in the service of realizing accountability. each and every one of the community member's full potential.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 3 THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the President, Dr. Ann Rondeau, the of a diverse and inclusive community and be Provost is a member of the President’s Cabinet committed to maintaining equal opportunity for and participates in strategic planning, policy its members. formulation, budgetary decisions and problem solving, and offers advice and counsel on the The Provost directs the work of the Academic implications of institutional decisions on both and Student Affairs leadership team, promoting academic programs and the student experience. an effective interrelationship in blending both The Provost has broad responsibilities for the academic and student affairs within the College. planning, development and administration of The Provost consults with members on the team the College’s educational programs and student on issues affecting the Academic and Student services and serves as the College’s Chief Affairs Division of the College and works Academic Officer. The Provost ensures the collaboratively to ensure that the College meets academic integrity of the College and supports its enrollment management and student success innovations in programs and methods of delivery goals as outlined in the Strategic Long Range that respond to a rapidly changing academic Plan (SLRP). environment. The Provost also provides leadership, vision, direction and advocacy for College of DuPage, the largest community college a comprehensive array of student services that in Illinois, seeks an experienced leader with a support completion and students’ success in strong unifying voice and a distinguished record meeting their educational goals. The Provost of academic and professional accomplishments. will be dedicated to the strength and support

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 4 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have a minimum strategic communication systems. He/she will of an earned doctorate. Further, he/she will have a background in advocating for cross have successfully completed at least 8 years of constituency communications, making data progressively challenging responsibilities in a driven decisions, supporting professional higher education setting at the equivalent of a development, understanding the value of the vice president level. arts and navigating and managing internal/ external organizational politics. In order to lead the distinguished academic and student services faculty, staff, and administrators The leader selected for this position must have at College of DuPage, the selected candidate an understanding and appreciation for shared must have college teaching experience and a governance and expertise in working with deep knowledge of and appreciation for the role Pathways and/or other complex system-wide and importance of student services. student success initiatives. The candidate will value diversity and evidence a commitment to This new provost will be a visionary leader with the mission of the community college, especially experience in a unionized environment and in creating educated, informed citizens. demonstrated expertise working with a board of trustees. He/she will possess effective change The record of the next provost will reflect an management skills as well as a solid record of appreciation for the economic influence and managing large, complex budgets. Additionally value of the College to the community it serves. the provost will have a proven record of making He/she will have demonstrated expertise in and implementing challenging/complicated collaborating with the business community and decisions. other community partners. Knowledge of the needs of adult learners and support systems to The successful candidate will be a strong facilitate their success will be clear in the record advocate for Academic Affairs and Student of the successful candidate. Affairs. His/her record will reflect a history of working with students and valuing student The provost will lead with integrity, be a team input. In addition, the provost will have previous player and a leader comfortable accomplishing experience in garnering collaboration with work through teams. He/she will demonstrate various stakeholders and have a commitment respect for and have skills in communicating to remain visible, transparent, inspiring, with individuals at all levels of the organization. persuasive and accomplished at managing

PREFERRED SKILLS

The ideal candidate will have experience on both the academic and student services sides of the academic leadership spectrum. In addition, the candidate will have successfully worked with an elected board and will have a record of providing access to opportunities for diverse populations of students as well as faculty.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 5 OFFICE OF THE PROVOST

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Academic Affairs supports both career and transfer education. Transfer students take a variety of courses in the liberal arts and sciences to fulfill specific requirements outlined by the Illinois Articulation Initiative and/or the specific graduation requirements of the transfer institution. Career-related programs are primarily designed to prepare students for direct entry into professional, semi-professional, technical, and skilled employment. Many students, however, elect to continue their education at the baccalaureate level through articulated capstone programs at baccalaureate-granting colleges and universities. Individuals already employed, including those with advanced degrees, take Student Life on Campus occupational courses to update their skills and/ or re-train for new jobs. College of DuPage offers students many ways to participate in its campus community. The

Continuing Education seeks to connect the Office of Student Life provides a rich, supportive environment that helps students get the most College to the larger community, introduce non-traditional students to expert full-time and out of their college experience.

adjunct faculty, support innovative teaching and learning, and enhance academic and career College of DuPage has had one of the most successful community college athletic programs pathways through dynamic programs and services. Continuing Education brings value in the nation for the past 20 years. Competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association to community members of all ages, partnering with public and private sector organizations (NJCAA), the Chaparrals have captured several national championships and many regional, to positively contribute to regional economic development and the overall quality of life. state and North Central Community College Conference championships. Continuing Education/Extended Learning (CE) serves a diverse cross section of District 502 Over 80 student clubs provide students a residents through the Youth Academy, Adult Enrichment, Adult Education, Business Solutions connection with academic programs, topical interest sharing, sharing of leisure-time (Career and Professional Development), and Homeland Security Training Institute units. activities, social interaction and a connection with the communities of students at the college. STUDENT AFFAIRS Students can augment their studies by visiting Student Affairs is committed to providing our world-class Library and the McAninch outstanding student and campus services. By Performing Arts Center, which annually hosts utilizing a series of highly integrated information theater, concert, orchestra, choral, touring and systems and a robust reporting environment, student productions. Two art galleries display Student Affairs provides ongoing analysis of student and world-renowned artist exhibitions. the characteristics and behaviors of current, prospective, and former students in order to Organizational Chart: http://academic-search. help the campus achieve our enrollment goals. com/sites/default/files/ProvostOffice.pdf

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 6 ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF DUPAGE

INSTITUTIONAL PHILOSOPHY College of DuPage’s strategic long range College of DuPage believes in the power of planning is a continuous process that teaching and learning. guides the future direction of the institution. We endorse the right of each person to Specifically, the Strategic Long Range Plan accessible and affordable opportunities to defines the College’s institutional philosophy, learn and affirm the innate value of the pursuit mission, vision, core values, long-term goals of knowledge and its application to life. Our and associated strategic objectives. primary commitment is to facilitate and support student success in learning. At College of DuPage, the Strategic Long Range Plan is based on the concept of planning “from College of DuPage is committed to the outside-in.” Therefore, the Strategic Long excellence. Range Plan is a map for the development and We seek quality in all that we do. To ensure delivery of programs and services that address quality, we are committed to continual community challenges and needs. assessment and self-evaluation. With approval of the Board of Trustees, the College of DuPage values diversity. Strategic Long Range Plan sets the College’s We seek to reflect and meet the educational strategic direction over a five-year period. needs of the residents of our large, multicultural district. We recognize the importance of GOALS embracing individual differences and cultures 1. Accountability Being transparent, and value the contributions made to the answerable and responsible to all College by people of all ethnic and cultural stakeholders. backgrounds. We affirm our role as a catalyst 2. Value-Added Education Going beyond for promoting dialogue and tolerance on issues the standard expectations and providing supporting the common good. something more to the students and communities we serve. College of DuPage promotes participation 3. Student Centeredness Methods of in planning and decision making. teaching that shift the focus of instruction We support participatory governance and the from the teacher to the student. involvement of the College community in the 4. Equality and Inclusiveness Ensuring that development of a shared vision. We believe all stakeholders are involved in setting that all students, staff, and residents can make institutional direction; that their perspectives meaningful contributions within a respectful are heard and valued, and their needs are environment that encourages meaningful understood and addressed. discourse. We strive to build an organizational 5. Relationships Cooperating and climate in which freedom of expression is collaborating with all stakeholders in order defended and civility is affirmed. to advance mutual interests. 6. Innovativeness Making meaningful change College of DuPage will be a benefit to that enhances organizational effectiveness students and community. and adds new value for stakeholders. The needs of our students and community are 7. Financial Stewardship Careful and central to all we do. responsible management of the resources entrusted to its care. STRATEGIC LONG RANGE PLAN 8. Infrastructure Maintaining, improving 2017-2021 and developing structures, systems, and College of DuPage engages in planning to facilities necessary for the delivery of high assure that it is future-oriented in serving its quality education and meaningful cultural students, community and other stakeholders. events.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 7 ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF DUPAGE (cont.)

GOVERNANCE made reflect the perspectives, expertise and The College of DuPage Board of Trustees best interests of its stakeholders, including comprises seven publicly elected trustees and students, all employee groups and citizens by one non-voting student trustee. The Board is way of the Board of Trustees. the final authority over COD and is responsible for the development and adoption of COD's Each constituency group at College of DuPage policies, oversight of the activities of the is invited to participate on Shared Governance College and exercises jurisdiction in all matters Council and engage in discourse with the of the College and its mission. ultimate task of ensuring collaboration on institutionally important topics. Collectively, The College believes shared governance Shared Governance Council makes a is essential to the health and growth of an recommendation in support or opposition of academic institution and embraces it as an actions to be taken by the decision-making important and effective way to ensure decisions entities at College of DuPage.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 8 LEADERSHIP

DR. ANN RONDEAU learners. I believe in the importance of the President, College of DuPage preparation of the whole person as productive Dr. Ann Rondeau was appointed by the College and contributing members of society and of DuPage Board of Trustees to serve as the the transformational impact of education on College’s sixth president starting July 1, 2016. individuals’ lives. I also believe that we as She is a past president of the National Defense educators have an obligation to ensure that University, a consortium of five colleges and we are current in our own areas of expertise; nine research centers in Washington, DC. In we also have the further obligation to ensure 1985, she was selected and served as a White students are informed toward good decisions House fellow in the Reagan Administration. Dr. and that students’ and their accountable Rondeau retired from the U.S. Navy as a three- success is at the core of all we do. I believe star admiral in 2012. She is the second woman that our first priority is student learning and a to have achieved this rank. She then served as drive toward ensuring our students are ready a partner and later an independent consultant for opportunities to grow, thrive, work and learn. with the IBM Watson Group. Dr. Rondeau has Finally, I believe that leaders matter toward extensive leadership experience in significant ensuring mission is met with excellence.” military and educational roles, including Deputy Commander of the U.S. Transportation President’s cabinet includes administrators Command in Illinois, Pentagon Director/Chief from operational areas across the college of Staff for the U.S. Navy Staff, Commander of as follows:

the Navy Personnel Development Command » General Counsel in Virginia, Commander of the Naval Service » Training Command at Great Lakes, Ill., Pacific Provost Fleet Staff Chief of Staff in Hawaii, Commanding » Vice President Administration, CFO & Officer of Naval Support Activity in Tennessee Treasurer

and other staff and commanding responsibilities » Vice President Planning & Institutional

with policy, support and student service. Dr. Effectiveness Rondeau holds a B.A. from Eisenhower College » (NY), an M.A. from Georgetown University (DC) Vice President Human Resources and an Ed.D. from the College of Education » Vice President Institutional Advancement

at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Dr. » Vice President Hire-Ed Rondeau holds an honorary Doctorate in Public » Service from Carthage College (Kenosha, WI). Director Legislative Relations and Special

Assistant to the President “I am committed to providing access to lifelong » Senior Director, Public Relations & learning opportunities at the highest level of Communications quality for a wide and diverse continuum of

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 9 ACADEMICS AND ENROLLMENT

EXPERIENCED FACULTY FOCUSED ON The Associate in Arts in Teaching Early TEACHING Childhood Education degree is designed At COD, students learn from full- and part-time for students who plan to transfer to earn a faculty members with a world of expertise— bachelor’s degree with Illinois Type 04 teaching peoplewhohavededicatedtheirlivestoteaching, certification. who are experts in particular disciplines with real-world, hands-on experience. The common The Associate in Arts in Teaching Secondary denominator: Our faculty’s focus is not on Mathematics degree is designed for students researching and publishing but on teaching and who plan to transfer to pursue a bachelor’s inspiring our students. The focus on individual degree and teacher certification at the attention helps ensure student success. secondary level for mathematics.

Students at COD can earn one of nine associate CAREER AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMS degrees and transfer to a four-year college or Many COD programs prepare students to enter university to complete a bachelor’s degree. the work force in two years or less. Students Credits that students earn at COD are accepted can earn an associate’s degree (Associate in at colleges and universities across the nation. Applied Science) or certificate in a business, health or technology area. TRANSFER DEGREES The Associate in Arts degree represents the Career and Technical programs prepare first two years of study for students who plan to students by providing both classroom pursue a Bachelor’s in Arts degree. knowledge and hands-on experience. These programs are taught by knowledgeable The Associate in Science degree represents instructors with experience in the field and the first two years of study for students who a curriculum designed in conjunction with plan to pursue a Bachelor’s in Science degree. advisory committees composed of industry The Associate in Engineering Science degree professionals. is intended for students who wish to prepare for transfer to a baccalaureate-granting school ENROLLMENT TREND & STUDENT in the field of engineering. INFORMATION In the fall of 2016 College of DuPage enrolled The Associate in General Studies degree is 15,133 full time equivalent students with a designed for students who desire to arrange 26,901 credit headcount. These numbers a program of courses to meet their personal reflect a slight decrease from previous years, interests. however, this decrease is less than our peers. College of DuPage students include both The Associate in Fine Arts degree is intended traditionally aged students attending college for students who wish to prepare for transfer for the first time as well as transfer students to a baccalaureate-granting school with a and adult learners. Bachelor in Fine Arts or Music program. The student community at College of DuPage The Associate in Applied Science degree is diverse. 54% of students identify as White, is intended for students who plan to pursue 25% Hispanic, 11% as Asian, and 7% Black or occupational or technical degrees. African American.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 10 WHAT MAKES OUR CAMPUS UNIQUE?

College of DuPage offers a leading-edge Innovation DuPage provides workshops, pitch campus—one well-equipped not only contests, events, mentors and a three-month for contemporary teaching, but also for accelerator cohort to help businesses grow interacting with the community we serve. COD revenue and create jobs. Innovation DuPage oversaw more than $550 million in physical serves business at all stages – from raw improvements, transforming the appearance of ideation, to early stage incubation to later state the Glen Ellyn campus. Whether a student is acceleration and will operate out of the civic walking on campus for the first time or returning center in downtown Glen Ellyn. to further their education, they know these new facilities and high-tech laboratories give PROJECT HIRE-ED them an edge when transferring or seeking COD has a long history of partnering with employment. employers to develop educational programs to meet changing workforce needs. Project Hire- These learning laboratories are a big reason Ed is focusing on expanding COD’s partnership why more students are making COD their capabilities with employers by developing first choice: 911 Call Center Classroom, strategies to close the skills gap. Working Auto Lab, Bake Shops, Boutique Hotel, CT together, we can build and strengthen bridges Scanner,(COD is the only community college between hiring and education. Students will in the country to house one); Chocolate Room, find the right jobs and employers will find the Cyber Crimes Labs, Dental Hygiene Lab, right talent for their organizations achieving the Forensics Labs, Greenhouses, Hydrology Lab, mutual goal of building a stronger and prepared Indoor Street Scene for Emergency Response, workforce. Mock Courtroom, Nursing SIM Hospital, Patient Simulator, Surgical Tech Lab, Theater, and ALUMNI & ADVANCEMENT Weather Lab. Founded in 1967, College of DuPage Foundation serves the College by supporting educational INNOVATION DUPAGE innovations in programming and student Innovation DuPage is a public private support services, providing scholarships and partnership formed to foster innovation and to awards to students, and giving recognition to support entrepreneurs in creating the business both faculty and graduates of the institution. Its products and services that will help ensure this mission is to obtain and steward financial and region is positioned to push economic progress. in-kind contributions to expand educational and cultural opportunities for the College of DuPage Greater DuPage County has a highly educated community. The vision of the Foundation is workforce, ample resources, a diversified set of to support the mission of COD. Philanthropic industry clusters, some fourteen colleges and support, along with community and business universities and two national laboratories. partnerships, ensure that this mission is fulfilled, and that students are able to make Innovation DuPage brings these resources their dreams come true! and institutions together in support of the businesses that drive growth and job creation. HOW THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS

Founding partners include Choose DuPage, THE COLLEGE

Rev3 and the Village of Glen Ellyn. Associate Thanks to the ongoing commitment of COD

partners include Benedictine University, supporters and friends, College of DuPage

Elmhurst College, Northern Illinois University, Foundation has invested millions of dollars

DuPage Impact, Impact Engine, Argonne in student scholarships, expansion and

National Laboratory and Fermilab. enhancement of programs, and other education essentials.

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 11 WHAT MAKES OUR CAMPUS UNIQUE? (cont.)

A volunteer board of corporate and community leaders who live or work in Community College District 502 govern the Foundation. The Board Finance Committee works with professional investment advisors to protect and grow the Foundation’s assets.

The College of DuPage Foundation on average awards over $450,000 in academic scholarships to more than 800 students each year. This support makes the difference to students who have the ambition to realize their goals

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI • Dennis Marsema, Business http://www.cod. edu/spotlights/students/barsema.aspx • Jim Belushi, Theater http://www.cod.edu/ spotlights/students/belushi.aspx • Dr. Kim Armour, Nursing http://www.cod. edu/spotlights/students/armour.aspx • Marsela Jargoli, Chemistry (Harvard) http:// www.cod.edu/spotlights/students/jorgolli. aspx • Aaron Smith, Physics, NASA http://www. cod.edu/spotlights/students/smith_aaron. aspx • Peach Carr, Fashion http://www.cod.edu/ spotlights/students/carr.aspx • Buna Dahal, http://www.cod.edu/spotlights/ students/dahal.aspx

For more than 400 alumni stories visit: http:// www.cod.edu/spotlights/students.aspx

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 12 ABOUT DUPAGE COUNTY

DuPage County is the second most populous Naper Settlement (Naperville), Cantigny Estate county in Illinois after Cook County, which and First Division Museum, which is on the borders it to the north and east. Together, the former estate of Chicago Tribune magnate two counties account for half of the state's Robert R. McCormick (Wheaton), DuPage population. DuPage includes 39 municipalities, Children's Museum (Naperville) and Wheaton 20 of which lie entirely within county limits. One College's Billy Graham Center (Wheaton). of the nation's wealthiest counties, DuPage is rich in many types of commerce and is second PARKS AND RECREATION only to Cook in tourism revenue. The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County With its well-developed highway and mass owns and manages 25,000 acres of prairies, transit system, DuPage County is easily woodlands and wetlands. More than 4 million accessible to over half the nation's population. visitors each year enjoy 60 forest preserves, It is convenient to both O'Hare and Midway 145 miles of trails, and five education centers. International Airports. There are several local urban parks including DuPage County has an abundance of forests the Illinois Prairie Path, a 61-mile (98 km) to explore, a wealth of culture to experience, rail-to-trail multi-use path, which runs through and a system of high-quality education. Cook, DuPage and Kane Counties. It intersects DuPage County continues to be one of the with the Great Western Trail at several points, fastest growing regions in the Midwest with as well as the Fox River Trail at a few points. over 350,000 households and nearly 1 million residents. The County is the primary location of the Illinois Technology and Research Corridor. It is home to many large corporations, DUPAGE COUNTY DEMOGRAPHICS

including; Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., BP, DeVry Population 933,736

Inc., Eby-Brown, Hub Group, , Dover Corp., Nalco Holding Company, Navistar International, Median Age 39.1 Nicor, Tellabs, Ty Warner. Median Household Income $81,559 Median Property Value $293,500 In addition, many of DuPage County's towns have prosperous and quaint downtown areas, DuPage County's population's distribution by which are mixed with boutiques, upscale chain race and ethnicity in the 2010 census was as stores and restaurants. follows: Percentage of Race/Ethnicity http://www.discoverdupage.com/Communities county population White 77.9% NATIONAL LABORATORIES

Fermilab, which has the world's second-highest- Asian 10.1% energy particle accelerator, is in Batavia where Black or African American 4.6% it straddles the border between Kane and American Indian and 0.3% DuPage counties. Argonne National Laboratory, Alaska Native

one of the United States government's oldest Native Hawaiian and 0.0% and largest science and engineering research Other Pacific Islander laboratories, is in unincorporated, southeast

DuPage County. Two or more races 2.2% Hispanic or Latino 13.3% MUSEUMS AND HISTORICAL SITES White, not Hispanic or 70.5% DuPage County is home to many historical Latino museums and specialty museums which include;

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 13 PROCEDURES FOR NOMINATION AND APPLICATION

This search assisted by Academic Search, Inc. assured full consideration. Nominators and Applications should consist of: prospective candidates may also arrange a

• A detailed Cover Letter addressing the confidential discussion about this opportunity

expectations of the position with Shirley Pippins at srp@academic-search. com • A current Curriculum Vitae(CV) • A list of Five professional references with College of DuPage is an Equal Opportunity contact information and a note explaining Employer. your working relationship with each. References will not be contacted without College of DuPage does not discriminate explicit permission from the candidate. against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, Nominations and applications should be sent color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, electronically to CollegeofDuPageProvost@ national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, Academic-Search.com marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or The position will remain open until filled, but on any other basis protected by law. only applications received by June 6th can be

SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Provost 14 ABOUT ACADEMIC SEARCH

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