DEAN, SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES POSITION PROFILE AND ANNOUNCEMENT

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REAL EXPERIENCE. REAL SUCCESS. THE UNIVERSITY POSITION PROFILE AND ANNOUNCEMENT invites nominations and applications from motivated, forward-looking academic professionals for the position of Dean of the School of Humanities.

02 LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY, Offering 130 degree programs to approximately 13,200 students, Lindenwood University is known nationally and internationally for

its innovation, entrepreneurship and extraordinary dedication to D EGREE students. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and 130PROGRAMS uniquely committed to an educational model that develops the whole person, Lindenwood faculty, staff, and administration integrate a values-centered curriculum that focuses on the talents, interests, and futures of our students. 13,200

Lindenwood, a dynamic four-year institution dedicated to STUDENTS excellence, is the second oldest college west of the Mississippi. Lindenwood has grown into the impressive University that it is today – with a historic 200+ acre campus situated in the heart of St. Charles, Missouri.

It is Lindenwood’s student-centered approach that sets it apart. While our history in education dates back nearly 200 years, we are constantly pushing the world of tomorrow, seeking out innovative ways to give our students a lifelong advantage. We are sharpening the cutting edge, offering new courses and programs to match an ever-evolving demand.

"WE ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING CRITICAL THINKERS WHO ARE CAPABLE OF OVERCOMING COMPLEX INTELLECTUAL CHALLENGES."

03 UNIVERSITY VISION & MISSION REAL EXPERIENCE. REAL SUCCESS. Enhancing lives through quality education & professional preparatory experiences.

04 UNIVERSITY VALUES REAL EXPERIENCE. REAL SUCCESS.

INTEGRITY CREATIVITY We are committed to ensuring trust and respect for We are committed to the development of original ideas, knowledge all persons in an environment that cultivates and innovative approaches to solving complex problems. individual and institutional integrity.

DEDICATION COMMUNITY We are committed to developing a high performance We are committed to creating a connected community, work ethic and dedication to discipline or vocation. sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals supporting personal and professional growth.

EXCELLENCE HISTORY & TRADITION We are committed to providing quality Lindenwood is an independent, public-serving University that has a and excellence in all our endeavors. historical relationship with the Presbyterian Church and is firmly rooted in Judeo-Christian values. These values include belief in an ordered, purposeful universe, the dignity of work, the worth and integrity of the individual, the obligations and privileges of citizenship, and the primacy of the truth. 05 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS REAL EXPERIENCE. REAL SUCCESS.

OUR ACADEMIC SCHOOLS Accelerated Degree Programs (ADP); Arts, Media, and Communications; Education; Health Sciences; Humanities; Robert W. Plaster School of Business & Entrepreneurship; Sciences

12:1 Student-To-Faculty Ratio (Undergraduate) 2 Doctoral Degree Programs, School of Education 88 Undergraduate Degree Programs Graduate 3 Specialist Programs, School of Education 37 Degree Programs

TOP 10 UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS:

Business Administration 6 Elementary Education

2 Exercise Science 7 Marketing

3 Criminal Justice 8 Accounting

4 Biological Sciences 9 Sports Management

5 Psychology 10 Finance

06 UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP PRESIDENT. PROVOST. Dr. Michael D. Shonrock & Dr. Marilyn S. Abbott

07 UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP

DR. MICHAEL D. SHONROCK PRESIDENT

Dr. Michael Shonrock was appointed as the 22nd president and professor of the Lindenwood University System on June 1, 2015. Prior to this appointment, Michael served as president and professor at and senior-vice-president and professor at . Michael holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education Administration from the , an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Community College Administration from Pittsburg State, and a Master of Science (M.S.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Western Illinois.

DR. MARILYN S. ABBOTT PROVOST

Marilyn Abbott has served as the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs since 2015. Her responsibilities include oversight of all academic programs and personnel, as well as maintaining state, regional, and national academic accreditations. Prior to assuming the role of Provost, Dr. Abbott served as Associate Provost and as Dean of the School of Sciences. As a Professor of Biology she taught courses for General Education students and for Biology majors. Before joining Lindenwood University, Dr. Abbott was involved in biological research in corporate and university settings. 08 THE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Preparing for Every Future

09 THE LINDENWOOD SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES OFFERS 8 DEGREE PROGRAMS, 24 MINORS, & 3 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS With over 300 undergraduate students, the School of Humanities is a key contributor to the general education program, providing four required courses in composition, literature, and American history.

Committed to meeting the educational needs of each student, the School of Humanities includes majors, minors, and certificate programs designed to give students the flexibility and resources needed to design their professional and personal futures. Small class sizes allow for one-on-one interaction between students and professors. Award-winning faculty members have degrees from some of the best graduate programs in the country. They are committed scholars who present at national and international conferences and publish scholarly books and articles. The School is also home to the Geographic Information Systems lab where students learn cutting-edge interdisciplinary data mapping and analysis.

"FOCUSED ON THE THE HUMAN CONDITION ACROSS TIME AND SPACE"

10 THE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES PREPARING FOR EVERY FUTURE

SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES STATEMENT The School of Humanities at Lindenwood University prepares students for every future by providing them with the experience they need to succeed in their careers and their lives.

Values

. High-impact teaching – Focusing on mentoring . 21st-Century skills – Teaching students to read relationships through small class sizes and carefully, think critically, and communicate emphasis on advising. Internships, study abroad clearly, skills that never go out of fashion – and opportunities, and other forms of hands-on cannot be replicated by robots! Courses enrich learning offer valuable professional and life technological abilities with the lessons of human experiences. experience. . Life-long learning – Nurturing students’ curiosity . Human connections – Helping students develop about the world and enhancing their abilities to empathy, embrace diversity, and recognize the learn independently. Courses make students into common human experience across space, time, the intellectually flexible problem solvers that culture, and language. employers want.

11 ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION

DEAN OF HUMANITIES

12 PROFESSORS 1 ASSOCIATE DEAN 1 STAFF 14 ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS 1 ASSISTANT DEAN 17 STUDENT EMPLOYEES 10 ASSISTANT PROFESSORS 1 PROGRAM DIRECTOR 4 INSTRUCTORS 2 PROGRAM CHAIRS 36 ADJUNCT INSTRUCTORS

12 PROGRAMS PREPARING FOR EVERY FUTURE

MAJORS . The School of Humanities offers the following majors: . . English Literature . Masters of Public Administration . Creative Writing Emphasis . Political Science . Historical Studies Pre-Law Emphasis

. Spanish . Philosophy & Religion . Interdisciplinary Studies Christianity Emphasis . International Relations Comparative Religion Emphasis

. Asian Studies Emphasis Interdisciplinary Philosophy Emphasis Security Studies Emphasis Traditional Philosophy Emphasis

All programs within the School of Humanities focus on the human condition across time and space. Students are asked questions like “What does it mean to be a human being?” and “How should people treat each other in our society?” By teaching students to answer these kinds of questions, they are also taught how to learn—or better, how to teach themselves. 13

13 PROGRAMS PREPARING FOR EVERY FUTURE

CERTIFICATES . Professional writing . Intercultural Fluency .Spanish . .MINORS .American Studies . Visual Culture and History .Chinese Studies . International Relations . .Creative Writing . Political Science . .English Literature . Public Administration . .Writing and Professional . Art and Religion . Communication . Catholic Studies .Gender Studies . Critical Thinking .Medieval and Early Modern Studies . Ethical Reasoning .Geography . Interdisciplinary Philosophy History . . Philosophy .Public History . Philosophy of Religion .Social Studies . Religion

14 THE DEAN ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEADER

15 THE DEAN, SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES REPORTS TO THE PROVOST

The dean is the academic and administrative leader of the school. He or she is responsible for overseeing and assisting students in their academic learning, establishing goals and direction for the department, providing leadership for all staff in the department, and creating and monitoring the department’s budget.

16 THE DEAN ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEADER

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL: . Be a bold and visionary academic . Cultivate collaboration and partnership within the & administrative leader. school, university, and external communities. . Have high energy, be an enthusiastic, . Establish and maintain collaborative educational committed and passionate servant leader. partnerships both within and outside the University. . Promote the mission,vision, values and strategic goals . Establish expectations and a culture of continuous for SOH and the University. improvement for faculty and staff through intentional assessment of performance and support for professional . Understand the value of the humanities within an development. institution and strategically lead others to adapt to and think differently about the relevance and application . Lead others to support high standards and to today’s students and the workplace. maintain a quality reputation for the University. . Understand and recognize pedagogical best practices . Prioritize systems analysis and develop efficient in teaching to effectively engage diverse learners, and effective systems for SOH and the University. including use of educational technology, multi- W ork with faculty leaders to conduct performance disciplinary collaborations, and various delivery . reviews leading to authentic quality performance goals models. and improved performance. . Provide leadership for development,evaluation and assessment of SOH academic programs. . Approach decisions by balancing input from stakeholders with the analysis of quantitative data. . Have a deep understanding of university accreditation. . Model leadership to help shift culture from maintaining to forward-thinking. . Demonstrate awareness of the experiences, needs, and expectations of both traditional and non-traditional . Possess strong interpersonal, analytic, students. and decision-making skills. 17 THE DEAN ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEADER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Teaching and Learning Provide leadership in the development of teaching Undertake and monitor initiatives to improve student learning techniques and instruction methods both in and beyond the classroom Manage teaching loads and course offerings within the School of Humanities Assist students in the development of adaptive thinking Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback and problem solving skills to the faculty member Approve hiring and deployment of adjunct instructors .Leadership and Strategic Thinking Review and analyze student course evaluations Establish long and short term goals for the School of Humanities as . Administrative Duties part of a holistic University plan and ensure that standards are met Exhibit professional courage to ensure alignment with the Enforce compliance with all laws, policies, and regulations required by university and school missions. the University and other governing agencies Provide ongoing assessment, adapt to changes Assist in preparation of annual budget for the School of Humanities in response to new information and trends in higher education Allocate funds, equipment, time, and human resources for the Oversee the academic, personnel, financial, and administrative highest return affairs of the School of Humanities Approve course schedules Represent the School of Humanities on the Dean’s Council and Meet with prospective students, oversee school recruitment efforts, other university committees and monitor student enrollment and retention data Lead and set agendas for meetings .Human Resources Management Oversee and approve the submission of work Assist in the selection, improvement, and evaluation of the faculty (review of credentials with departmental chairpersons, screening of Communication applications, and formulation of recommendations for final interviews . with the Provost and the President; review of proposed in academic rank) Communicate School of Humanities priorities to all faculty and staff Responsible for the orientation of new faculty members, and the professional growth of faculty and staff

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THE DEAN ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEADER

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Ph.D. in a Humanities discipline.

. Successful experience as a faculty member and an academic administrator.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

. Strong leadership and collaborative skills. . Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the community, faculty, students, staff, and board of trustees. . Strong analytical,organization al, and creative skills. . Strong initiative and interpersonal skills.

19 COMPENSATION THE COMPLETE PACKAGE Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the experience level, credentials and characteristics of the candidate. An outstanding benefits package will be included as part of a complete compensation package.

20 NOMINATION & APPLICATION THE PROCESS

EFL ASSOCIATES EFL Associates, an executive search firm, is assisting Lindenwood University with their search for this important position. All calls and inquiries should be made through the search firm. Nominations and applications will be held in strict confidence and candidates will remain confidential until the final stage of the search, at which time the express permission of finalists will be obtained before making their candidacy public. In addition, no contact with references will be made without prior approval of the candidate. APPLICATIONS SHOULD INCLUDE: . A letter of introduction outlining the applicant’s background and qualifications for the position. (This letter should specifically address the leadership attributes and professional competencies for this position.) . Curriculum vitae/résumé. . Contact information (e-mail addresses are required) for five professional references, at least one of which is a person who has reported directly to you, and one an individual to whom you have reported directly.

PLEASE NOTE: . All documents should be submitted electronically in PDF format through the Consensus Search Support System: http://eflassociates.peopleadmin.com/postings/1230 . Application deadline is January 18, 2019. . The ideal start date is July 1, 2019.

21 NOMINATION & APPLICATION THE PROCESS

CONFIDENTIAL INQUIRIES & NOMINATIONS CAN BE DIRECTED TO: Steve Waldron, J.D. Senior Consultant & Managing Director Higher Education Practice, EFL Associates

Direct Line: 816-945-5423 Email: [email protected]

NOMINATIONS, SEARCH PROCESS QUESTIONS AND ASSISTANCE WITH PEOPLEADMIN (CANDIDATE PORTAL) CAN BE DIRECTED TO:

Mrs. Angela Lilje Practice & Project Manager Higher Education Practice, EFL Associates

Direct Line: 816-945-5410 Email: [email protected]

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