Job Listings

This is a new service to NCHC members.   Position announcements and/or vacancies 
that are available in the field of Honors will be posted here.  If you have such a listing 
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The following positions are listed below:

The College of New Rochelle
Honors Program Director

SEARCH HAS BEEN REOPENED.

The position involves leading the Honors Program, an award-winning program for small liberal arts colleges, and some teaching responsibilities.  The Director is responsible for curriculum development, academic advising, recruitment, coordination of applications/competitions for scholarships, and oversight of Honors theses/projects.  

The Honors Program Director will hold a faculty appointment and will possess credentials appropriate for a tenure-track position.  Requirements include experience with honors programs, a doctorate in a discipline of the School of Arts & Sciences, and evidence of excellent college-level teaching.  Application deadline is October 15, 2002.  

Forward letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to: Rose Marie Hurrell, Ph.D., Dean, School of Arts & Sciences, The College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, NY 10805

Please include a stamped, self-addressed postcard for purposes of acknowledgement. Selected candidates will be contacted.  No phone calls or e-mail, please.

The College of New Rochelle is an independent college which is Catholic in heritage. The School of Arts & Sciences has a strong liberal arts tradition and serves a multicultural population of undergraduate women.  It is located in Westchester County, just north of New York City. The College of New Rochelle is an EQ/Affirmative Action Employer.  Click here to go to The College of New Rochelle's web site or click here to go to the honors program website.

9/13/02

Philadelphia University
Honors Program Director

Philadelphia University is seeking a director of the Honors Program. The director of the Honors Program at Philadelphia University works with approximately 150 of our most motivated students. The University is a professionally oriented institution with majors ranging from architecture to industrial design, science and textile engineering to business administration, with the Honors Program drawing from all majors. 

Philadelphia University, founded in 1884, is a fully accredited, private university with 3,500 part- and full-time students from 38 states and 42 countries. The University offers more than 40 undergraduate and graduate degree programs leading to the bachelor of science, bachelor of architecture and master’s degrees. 

Candidates must have a PH.D. or equivalent degree, with field open. Preference will be given to those who can teach in the Honors Program and/or one of the professional schools. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in teaching in honors, with a commitment to innovation in teaching and learning. Administrative experience and the ability to raise external funding would be a plus. This is a 12 month position with a starting date of July, 2002. 

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates attending the NCHC conference in Chicago are welcome to contact Dean Marion Roydhouse to arrange for a meeting to talk further about the position. 

Please submit a letter on intent including a one-page statement of vision for an honors program at a small professional institution, a current vita and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three references to Dean Marion Roydhouse, School of General Studies, Philadelphia University, School House Lane and Henry Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144. An AA/EO Institution. 

For more information, contact Dean Marion Roydhouse at (215)951-2600 or roydhousem@philau.edu

10/26/01

The University of New Mexico
University Honors Program - Assistant Professor

The University Honors Program at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a tenure-stream position as Assistant Professor. University Honors is a university-wide, interdisciplinary program offering special academic opportunities to high achieving, highly motivated students from all undergraduate colleges. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. or M.F.A. by appointment starting date, record of teaching experience, record of scholarly work. Preferred qualifications: demonstrated ability to teach interdisciplinary courses; demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate seminars; a Ph.D. in the sciences (e.g. science, technology & society; history of science; environmental studies) or social sciences (political science, sociology, cultural anthropology), or an M.F.A. in fine arts; experience with honors programs; experience in innovative curriculum/program development; demonstrated ability to advise and mentor undergraduate work; and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collegial environment. The University Honors Program is an active learning (seminar/tutorial) program. We seek faculty with a commitment to undergraduate teaching; a student-centered philosophy; innovative ideas; strong mentorship skills; engagement in creative, experimental teaching such as community-centered learning, computer assisted learning, or participatory field work; and a record of university or community service. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a record of scholarship and service and strong interpersonal skills.

The University of New Mexico is a comprehensive Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Extensive University and a Department of Education Minority Institution providing educational services to some 30,000 students each academic term. Offering degree programs at Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral levels in over 85 areas of study, UNM is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. The University of New Mexico actively seeks and encourages nominations of and applications from individuals who are members of under-represented groups.

Salary and Appointment Status: the salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is available beginning August 12, 2002.

Application: For best consideration, application materials must be received by December 10, 2001, and must include: (1) a curriculum vita; (2) a signed letter of interest, including an original signature that addresses the applicant’s experience and qualifications; and (3) letters of recommendation with additional names, addresses, and telephone numbers of two other references. Send all materials to Rosalie C. Otero, Ph.D., Director, University Honors Program, University College 21, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-1456. Fax: (505) 277-4271, Email: otero@unm.edu.

Please reference Job Requisition No. 5275.

10/26/01

University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Director of Honors College

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) invites applications for the position of Director of The Honors College.  The Director will hold a senior faculty position with a joint appointment in the Honors College and an academic department. 

UMBC is a public research university located in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, rich in academic, cultural, and recreational resources. UMBC is one of 13 institutions within the University System of Maryland and enrolls more than 9,200 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students. Although specializing in science, technology, human services, and public policy, UMBC boasts outstanding liberal arts and professional programs and a commitment to providing all its baccalaureate students with a strong liberal arts education. For further information and an introduction to UMBC, its faculty, students, and programs, refer to the campus Web site at http://www.umbc.edu  

The Honors College seeks to create the atmosphere of a small liberal arts college within the context of the advantages offered by a research university. It is highly selective and provides an enriched liberal arts experience for students who desire exceptional intellectual stimulation and challenge. Limited to 500 students, the College enrolls approximately 125 new freshmen each fall. Students take special Honors courses, interact with visiting scholars, pursue internships and study abroad, and participate in a year-round series of special cultural events.  Intensive advisement by and interaction with the College staff allow each student to receive individual attention designed to foster intellectual and personal development.

The successful candidate will have the doctoral degree and a record of scholarship, teaching, and service commensurate with the rank of Professor or Associate Professor with tenure. Broad intellectual interests, an interdisciplinary perspective on learning, and the ability to work with students of widely different interests are required. Significant administrative experience and a history of working within an honors program are highly desirable.

Candidates should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests, including a statement describing scholarship, teaching and administrative experience, and the names of at least 3 references to: Chair, Honors College Director Search Committee, Office of the Provost, UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250.  Screening of candidates will start November 15, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled. The position will begin in August, 2002.

UMBC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer.

11/7/01

University of Buffalo
Coordinator of Talented Student Recruitment
Posting No. P-1138

The University at Buffalo seeks a Coordinator of Talented Student Recruitment for the University Honors Program.  This person would be responsible for the development, implementation and assessment of an academically talented student recruitment outreach program.  Network with university admissions and academic program staff.  Manage and perform on and off campus recruitment activities including travel, presentations and prospective student interviews.  Master's degree required.  Three to five years undergraduate higher education recruitment experience.  Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft computer software packages (word processing, spreadsheet, database). Honors program advising or recruitment experience preferred. $37,982-$39,000. 

Interested candidates should submit resumes, with the appropriate posting number, before 12/12/01.  Mail application material to Susan Bagdasarian, HR Manager, Office of Admissions, University at Buffalo, 15 Capen Hall, Box 601660, Buffalo, NY 14260-1660. 

The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

11/16/01

Oakland University
Director of the Honors College

Oakland University seeks applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Honors College. A doctoral/research-intensive public institution, Oakland University serves an enrollment of approximately 15,800 students. The university is located thirty miles north of Detroit in suburban Oakland County on 1,500 park-like acres. The successful candidate will have responsibility for leading a dynamic, growing Honors College that is currently the intellectual home for approximately 300 students with majors from across the institution. Oakland seeks an individual of vision to lead the Honors College as it expands into a new phase of its development. As an academic administrator the director is encouraged to maintain an active role of teaching and research with a senior level faculty appointment in a relevant school or college. The director reports to the vice provost for undergraduate education and collaborates with deans, chairs, and faculty throughout the campus to develop intellectually challenging curricula.

Required qualifications: demonstrated leadership; a commitment to growing an innovative honors college that fosters excellence in student academic achievement; administrative experience in an academic department; demonstrated effectiveness in curricular planning and implementation; commitment to serving students; a collaborative leadership style and ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and administrators; commitment to diversity; a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree and an academic record that will allow faculty appointment at a senior rank.

Desired qualifications: an understanding of the importance of liberal arts in student education, experience in developing innovative general education courses and/or programs, experience with an honors program; familiarity with national developments and best practices in honors programs; experience in fund-raising Salary and fringe benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Screening of candidates will begin on December 15, 2001 and continue until the position is filled. A letter of nomination or application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation should be submitted to: Dr. Susan Awbrey, Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, Chair of Honors College Search Committee, 520 O’Dowd Hall, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan 48309.

Oakland University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

11/16/01

University of Illinois at Chicago
Dean of the Honors College

The University of Illinois at Chicago invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Honors College and Associate Vice-Provost for Undergraduate Programs.

The Dean of the Honors College administers its curriculum, budget, advising, staff development, student activities, and the undergraduate research experience.  Applicants must show evidence of success or promise in fundraising, grant writing, and/or resource acquisition. At present the Honors College serves over 1200 students and provides over 25 courses per semester.  The Dean of the Honors College will report directly to the Provost and sit at the Deans’ Council and participate in discussions of the issues facing the university as a whole. 

The Associate Vice-Provost for Undergraduate Programs will report directly to the Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and is the chief academic and administrative officer responsible for overseeing and coordinating the undergraduate experience which includes, among other components, the Study Abroad Program, Guaranteed Professional Program Admission, Special Scholarships, General Education, and other initiatives such as Writing Across the Curriculum and the Freshman Academic Experience.

The successful applicant must possess an earned doctorate degree and qualify for appointment as a tenured full professor in an academic unit or department.  The successful applicant must also display leadership skills, and evidence of administrative experience and a commitment to undergraduate education and scholarship, preferably at a college or university with a diverse student body.  

The University of Illinois at Chicago is a Carnegie Research Intensive University and the largest institution of higher learning in the Chicago area.  UIC is located within walking distance of downtown and is a vital part of the educational, technological, and cultural fabric of the metropolitan area.  The campus enrolls almost 25,000 students and employs more than 11,000 people.  UIC has an annual budget of over $1 billion with about one-third of that total from state appropriations.

To insure full consideration, applications should be received by February 1, 2002.  The search, however, will continue until the position is filled.  Applications should include a full curriculum vita, a letter of application, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of 5 academic references.  Applications and nominations should be addressed to: Professor Stanley Fish, Chair, Search Committee for the Dean of the Honors College, and the Associate Vice-Provost for Undergraduate Programs, University of Illinois at Chicago, Office of the Provost (M/C 105), 601 South Morgan Street, Chicago, Illinois  60607-7128

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

11/29/01

Louisiana State University (LSU)
Dean, The Honors College

Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (LSU) seeks an outstanding individual to provide vision and leadership for one of the nation's leading public university programs for superior undergraduate students.  The LSU Honors College enrolls nearly six hundred freshmen and sophomores in a sequence of challenging team-taught interdisciplinary lecture/seminar courses, and another six hundred juniors and seniors, including seventy-five who are pursuing upper division honors in their majors. In the 1990s, students enrolled in the Honors College won virtually every major national and   international recognition available to baccalaureate graduates, including National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowships, Rhodes Scholarships, Goldwater and Mellon Fellowships, and other comparable recognitions. Honors College graduates have gone from LSU to the world's leading graduate and professional programs. Faculty who teach in the Honors College are committed to interdisciplinary study and to the pursuit of learning through close, interactive discussions. 

The Honors College is magnificently housed in the heart of the LSU campus in the French House, a gift to the University from the French government that is listed on the National Historic Register. The French House includes a grand salon as well as Honors faculty and administrative offices and five handsome  seminar rooms reserved for the Honors College.  Immediately adjacent are East and West Laville Halls, a residential college for Honors College students.  Together, the French House and East and West Laville constitute an Honors College complex unrivaled among the nation's public research universities. 

The Challenge: The University wishes to expand the Honors College and to advance it to the highest levels of national recognition. While preserving its current lower-division sequence in philosophy, literature, and the history of ideas, the new dean will lead the faculty in the development of new curricular options outside the current humanities core, specifically in the arts, social sciences, sciences, and technology. A freshman residential college opening in the fall of 2002 centered on immersion in information technology points to the kind of new direction the Honors College might pursue under the leadership of its next dean. In addition to providing leadership and management for the Honors College per se, the dean is expected to be an effective advocate for enriched and expanded honors offerings within departmental majors and a leading exponent of LSU's commitment to challenging students to achieve the highest levels of intellectual and personal development. The dean will play a major role in fund raising. The Dean reports to the Provost and maintains active liaisons with other administrators of the University.

Required Qualifications:  The dean will hold a terminal degree appropriate to one of the disciplines of the University and must be able to qualify for a tenured appointment in one of its units. The dean must be committed to intellectual liberty and free inquiry, to the value of a diverse learning community, and to nurturing interdisciplinary activities. The dean must possess strong leadership qualities with special emphasis on advocacy and institution-building.   The dean must have a distinguished record of teaching, of scholarship and/or creative accomplishments, and of administrative experience. The dean should be prepared by intellectual character and temperament to be boldly innovative in building a nationally distinctive Honors College. 

LSU is classified as a Doctoral/Research-Extensive University by the Carnegie Foundation, and is also one of only 25 universities nationwide designated as both a land-grant and a sea-grant university. LSU is the flagship research university in Louisiana's public system of post-secondary education.  LSU currently  (fall 2001) enrolls over 31,000 students. In 1999-2000, LSU awarded more than 5,200 degrees, including over 3,800 bachelor's degrees and 275 doctorates (Ph.D. and Doctor of Musical Arts).  Baton Rouge, located on the Mississippi River 70 miles north of New Orleans, is the state capital and the geographical center of South Louisiana's famed cultural, historic and recreational attractions.

The position will be available as of July 1, 2002.  Salary will be competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications. Applications should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of five references.  Nominations are encouraged.  The review of applications will begin on February 1, 2002 and will continue until an appointment is made. All correspondence should be addressed   to:  Daniel Fogel, Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost, Louisiana State University, Ref:  Log #0602, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. E-mail: evcp@lsu.edu.  Fax: (225) 578-5980. The University's web site, www.lsu.edu, includes LSU's strategic plan (follow the "Planning" link on the home page to the "University Planning Document") as well as links to the Honors College and to the full array of programs and opportunities at LSU.

LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER  

12/6/01 

Iowa State University
Assistant Director-Program Coordinator II

Vacancy Number:  023014
Department:  UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM
Proposed Start Date:  MAY 15, 2002
Appointment Conditions:  Continuous, 12 Months, Full Time

Special Conditions:

Description:  Assists Director of the University Honors Program in development and management of the University Honors Program and other programs related to high ability students.  Primarily responsible for 1) management of the Freshman Honors Program - includes administrative oversight of Freshman Honors seminars, selecting, training and supervising of Freshman Honors seminar leaders; supervising Undergraduate Assistants; administering the Freshman Honors research program, recruitment and advising of Freshman Honors students; 2) oversight and management of college Honors student membership including administrative liaison with college Honors committees and serves as advisor for Honors Student Board.  The responsibilities of this position will require strong verbal and writing skills; the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects; strong people skills; administrative and organizational skills; the ability to relate to students and to collaborate effectively; and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, or Master's degree and one year of related experience.  Experience must include work with high ability college students in an academic or research environment including advising and  programming for students.

Preferred Qualifications:  Master's degree; Honors Program experience; experience in managing students and support staff.

Salary/Wage:  $35,980 minimum

Application Deadline:  To guarantee consideration, application must be received by February 1, 2002.

Application Instructions:  Send letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to Search Committee, University Honors Program, 2208 Pearson, Room 112, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011-2208.

1/14/02

University of Utah
Director, Honors Program

The University of Utah seeks a dynamic director for its Honors Program. Building on the successes of the 30 year-old Honors Program, the new director will be expected to work with students, faculty, administrators, and alumni to enhance and expand the program. The Honors Program Director will be actively engaged in promoting academic excellence at the University of Utah.

The Honors Program at the University allows highly talented students to experience the atmosphere of a small college while also taking advantage of being located within a major research university. The Program accomplishes this goal by providing students with special Honors classes that foster interaction among students and faculty and the opportunity to engage in an array of research and performance endeavors under the supervision of distinguished members of the faculty. For detailed information about the Honors Program at the University of Utah, visit its website at: http://www.ugs.utah.edu/honors/

The major duties of the Honors Program Director are: 
(1) providing vision and central coordination for the Program while promoting initiative and autonomy at the departmental level; 
(2) recruiting and advising students in the Program; and 
(3) working with the Program’s various constituencies and partners, including the Honors Policy Board and Honors Program staff, to build a strong sense of community within the Program.

To assist the Director in carrying out these functions, the University has made a substantial commitment of financial and physical resources to the Program, including new space in the recently restored Fort Douglas historic residential area of the campus (site of the Athletes' Village for the 2002 Winter Olympics).

The Director must:
(1) hold a doctorate (or equivalent terminal degree) in his/her field and have a documented record of teaching and research meriting tenure at the associate or full professor level in an academic department at the University of Utah;
(2) have substantial experience in a university honors program and, preferably, have knowledge of national developments in the field of Honors education;
(3) document a record of effective leadership and administration in an academic setting; and
(4) demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with groups within and outside the university.

The Director’s position is an 11-month appointment. Annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications. The Director’s typical teaching load will be one Honors course per academic year.

Please direct questions and applications to: Prof. Hugo Rossi, Honors Search Committee, Chair, Office of Undergraduate Studies, 195 S. Central Campus Drive, Salt Lake City UT 84112-0511, Telephone: (801) 585-5875, email:  rossi@math.utah.edu

Applications should consist of a letter of application, a current vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Application review will begin on March 15th and will continue until the position has been filled. The University of Utah is committed to diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. Candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer and encourages nominations and applications form all qualified individuals – including women and minorities – and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.

1/21/02

North Carolina State University
Director, Honors Program

The person in this position will be the chief administrative officer of the Honors Program, the primary academic program offered to high achieving students at NC State University and focusing on the special learning opportunities of a Research Extensive (Research I) institution.   (See )  Reporting to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs, the director oversees every element of the program’s success, while directing the support of an assistant director and two administrative staff members and overseeing a substantial budget.

The director’s primary responsibilities include

Requirements:  This position requires a doctorate, preferably in a field strongly associated with the strengths of NC State University.  This position also requires evidence of high quality teaching and research to justify an appointment as an associate/full professor.  This person should be thoroughly familiar with national models of Honors Programs and should be experienced in leading such a program (or department or similar entity).  Communication skills (both oral and written) and evidence of successfully managing a staff, budget, and standard internal processes are critical.  Experience with assessment and advancement initiatives is desired.

Salary:  Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Application Deadline:  February 28, 2002

To Apply:  Please submit a letter of application and resume, along with the names and contact information for 4 references to: Chair, Search Committee, UHP, Division of Undergraduate Affairs, Box 7105, NC State University,             Raleigh, NC 27695-7105

Position to be filled:  July 1, 2002    

Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact Mae Jernigan, Undergraduate Affairs, , 919-515-4373 or 919/515/4416 (fax).

 North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

1/30/02

University of Illinois at Chicago
Fellowship and Financial Aid Coordinator
The Graduate College

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Fellowship and Financial Aid Coordinator of the Graduate College at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC).  The University of Illinois at Chicago has nearly 25,000 students, of whom 6,000 are pursuing graduate and professional degrees. UIC has the most diverse student body in the Mid-West. Its diversity reflects a long-standing commitment of the University as well as the rich ethnic and cultural life of the city itself.

The Fellowship and Financial Aid Coordinator will be responsible for the administration and coordination of Graduate College Fellowship Programs as well as a number of prestigious national fellowship programs. Additionally, the Coordinator will seek to develop internal and external fellowship opportunities for graduate students.

Qualified candidates will ideally have previous experience with major fellowships and scholarships. The successful candidate will have exceptional organization and communication skills.  A Master's degree is required and experience in an academic setting is preferred.

For fullest consideration, applications should be submitted by March 1, 2002. Please send letter of application and resume to:

Search Coordinator
The Graduate College (M/C 192)
The University of Illinois at Chicago
601 S. Morgan
Chicago, IL   60607

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

2/20/02

Baylor University
Dean of the Honors College

Baylor University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Honors College. 

The University: Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas and affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, Baylor is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state and the largest Baptist university in the world.  Baylor enrolls 14,000 students annually in 162 baccalaureate programs, 73 master’s programs and 18 doctoral programs.  The campus is located along the Brazos River in Waco, Texas.  For more information, including the University Mission statement, see http://www.baylor.edu. 

The Honors College:  The Honors College, a new undergraduate unit scheduled to begin operation in academic year 2002-2003, will bring together three existing programs with a new Great Texts Program.  The College will have two divisions, the Honors Division, which will include the Honors Program and the University Scholars Program, and the Interdisciplinary Studies Division, which will include the Baylor Interdisciplinary Core and the Great Texts Program.  The College will tenure its own faculty.  Also attached to the College will be the Office of National and International Scholarships.  For more information on the existing programs see http://www3.baylor.edu/acad.html. 

Responsibilities:  As the chief academic and administrative officer for the Honors College, the Dean will serve as a member of the Council of Deans and report directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.  The Dean will:   

The Dean may choose to teach, either in the College or in his or her discipline.

Qualifications: 

Effective Date:  August 1, 2002 

Application Procedure:  Applicants must submit a letter of application, a statement of active Christian faith, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to:  Dr. David Hendon, Chair, Honors College Dean Search Committee, Baylor University/BIC, P.O. Box 97350, Waco, TX 76798-7350, or HCDean_Search@baylor.edu 

Nominations and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Review of applications will begin immediately. 

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Baylor University encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.

3/4/02 

Virginia Commonwealth University
Director of the VCU Honors Program

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the VCU Honors Program.  The VCU Honors Program resides within the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.  The Director of the VCU Honors Program holds a 12-month appointment and reports to the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs.

The VCU Honors Program is designed to meet the needs of academically talented undergraduate students by providing courses with high academic standards, as well as a challenging and exciting variety of intellectual, cultural, and social activities.  The VCU Honors Program’s top priority is interaction with Honors students, but it is also dedicated to enhancing the intellectual atmosphere for the entire university and exhibiting VCU’s commitment to academic excellence to the public, donors, and benefactors, as well as potential students, faculty, staff, and alumni.  In the fall of 2002, VCU will open a residential facility for freshmen in the VCU Honors Program.

The Director is charged with envisioning ways to build upon the existing VCU Honors Program and University strengths such as diversity, Guaranteed Admission programs, the cultural and historic urban environment, community service and outreach, experiential learning, research opportunities, cutting-edge programs in the life sciences, and prominent programs in the arts.

The principal functions of this position are providing leadership, integrity, and vitality in seven key areas:

1.       Vision and planning to create a blueprint for the VCU Honors Program as the University’s core for excellence in undergraduate education;
2.       Recruitment, development, and retention of academically talented students from within and beyond Virginia’s borders, using the new Honors Program residence facility as a catalyst;
3.       Education, recruitment, and involvement of faculty as true partners in the development and delivery of the VCU Honors Program;
4.       Expansion of high-quality academic experiences, opportunities, and advising for VCU Honors students;
5.       Creation of networks of academic excellence and excitement within and beyond the VCU undergraduate community;
6.       Development of potential resources and associations beyond the campus to support student achievement and enhance educational options and experiences;
7.       Administration of the VCU Honors Program, including oversight of wide range of activities.

The Director of the VCU Honors program is expected to identify and prioritize potential areas of contribution; propose a clear direction and innovative approaches; develop successful working relationships with individuals at various levels; adopt effective strategies and directions for problem resolution and future development; and bring important issues to the attention of the Vice Provost.

Candidates must have a doctoral degree; experience as a faculty member; strong background in honors or other academic programs of excellence; eligible for tenure-track faculty position or tenure; demonstrated familiarity with and understanding of a broad range of issues for honors programs; proven leadership and creative ideas in the position’s seven key areas of responsibility; experience in setting and achieving goals related to academic programs; proven record of working effectively with diverse constituencies of a university community and its external partners; successful experience in planning, implementing, assessing, and improving programs and services; strong administrative, project management, and communication skills; and prior experience with grant writing, donor cultivation, and marketing of programs.

Applicants and nominees should send, in confidence, a letter of intent with curriculum vitae to:  Dr. Donna R. Brodd, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, P.O. Box 842527, Richmond, VA  23284-2527. Application review will begin July 8, 2002.

VCU is an Affirmation Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

6/26/02

National University of Singapore
Dean, University Scholars Programme

The National University of Singapore invites applications for the position of Dean of the University Scholars Programme.  The search committee seeks a visionary leader with commitment to, and expertise in, interdisciplinary honors education; a scholar with broad intellectual interests and an international reputation; proven administrative abilities; and the capacity to work collegially with faculty and other University administrators to help the Scholars Programme develop into a world class honors programme.

Currently one of the top universities in the Asia Pacific region, the National University of Singapore enrolls 23,000 undergraduate and nearly 10,000 graduate students.  The University's mission is to prepare graduates who are able to meet the complex social and economic challenges that will face Singapore in the 21st century.  The Scholars Programme represents a particular aspect of this mission.  By providing the best students entering the university with a classroom and residential learning environment distinguished by seminar-style teaching and a curriculum that balances the humanities and the sciences, the Programme seeks to train the future leaders of Singapore.

The committee will begin the screening process in August of 2002.  For best consideration, please submit materials no later than August 1, 2002.  Electronic submissions will be accepted.  Please submit applications to: Dean Search Committee (University Scholars Programme), Office of the Provost, National University of Singapore, 10 Kent ridge Crescent, Singapore 119260.  Email: pvopv@nus.edu.sg

For further information about the National University of Singapore, see http://www.nus.edu.sg.  For the Scholars Programme, see http://www.scholars.nus.edu.sg.

7/10/02

University of South Florida
Dean of the Honors College

The University of South Florida, founded in 1956, is a public research university, serving over 37,000 students in ten colleges on campuses in Tampa, Lakeland, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee.  USF is a Carnegie designated Doctoral/Research University – Extensive; it is also classified as a Research I institution in the State of Florida.  USF has more than 2,000 faculty and offers baccalaureate degrees in 79 fields, 89 master’s and specialist programs, 25 doctoral programs, and the doctor of medicine degree.

The Honors Program at the University of South Florida, in existence since 1983, has recently been expanded to college status.  The Honors College is designed for motivated students regardless of major.  Small intimate classes encourage interaction among students and USF's top research and teaching faculty. The Honors College curriculum replaces a significant portion of the University's General Education Requirements. The program emphasizes the development of thinking, reasoning, analytic and writing skills. The problem-solving skills and research abilities developed in the program are then applied to an individual research project or original creative work.  These experiences prove invaluable as students pursue graduate or professional school and as they pursue career choices and challenges.

For more information on the Honors College and the University of South Florida please visit the following websites: http://web.usf.edu/%7Ehonors/ and http://www.usf.edu/

POSITION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The Dean of the Honors College will report to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.  The Dean is directly responsible for overseeing all academic, administrative and fiscal operations.  As the chief academic officer of the College, the Dean would have the responsibility of providing academic leadership to the Honors College to further its mission with respect to teaching, research and service to the students and the community.

Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate appropriate for appointment as a tenured full professor in an academic department at USF, and administrative experience at or above a Department Chair in a University setting.  Preferred candidates would demonstrate: an outstanding record of academic leadership and a commitment to undergraduate education, research and scholarship in a diverse learning community; commitment to cultural diversity; commitment to innovative approaches to enriching students lives; significant experience with honors programs; an outstanding record of teaching and research; a record of involvement in community relations and fund-raising; outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; and, demonstrated achievements as a builder of programs congruent with establishing a nationally distinctive Honors College at USF.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Send letters of application or nomination to: Dr. Steven Specter, Chair, Honors College Dean Search Committee, Office of the Provost, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, ADM226, Tampa, FL 33620; Lnguyen@acad.usf.edu

Letters of application should be accompanied by complete curriculum vita and the names and addresses of five references.  References will not be contacted until advanced stages of screening, and candidates will receive prior notification.

The State of Florida has a Public Meetings Law and a Public Records Law and all university searches are conducted under the terms thereof.  All meetings of the Search Committee are publicly announced and conducted.  All documents submitted to the Committee are treated as open material with the exception of evaluative documents specific to the performance of the faculty of the State University System of Florida.

Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. EST, August 9, 2002.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, equal access institution.  For disability accommodations contact Ms. Ly Nguyen at (813) 974-8394 or TDD (813) 974-1510 at least five working days in advance of need. 

7/10/02

George Washington University
Academic Advisor, University Honors Program

The University Honors Program at the George Washington University is looking for an individual with a strong interest in academics and the desire to work with highly capable students.  This position requires strong organizational and computer skills and the ability to communicate specific Honors Program and school requirements effectively.

Some of the duties and responsibilities include: 

This full-time position includes tuition benefits.  Please note that these benefits would become available for new employees starting spring semester.  To apply, please reference requisition R10925 and forward all information to J. GARCIA, GW Human Resources, 2033 K Street N.W., Suite 220, WASHINGTON, DC 20052.  FAX:  (202) 994-9609.  e-mail: gwujobs@gwu.edu.  Please visit the Human Resources website: http://www.gwu.edu/~hrs/ and, if possible, include a completed application and applicant data form with your resume. 

GW is an equal opportunity employer.

8/6/02

The University of Mississippi
Director, McDonnell-Barksdale Honors College (Oxford Campus) 

The University of Mississippi invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of the McDonnell-Barksdale Honors College. The Director will report to the Provost and be advised by the Honors Advisory Council appointed by the Provost. The Director will have chief responsibility for all aspects of the development and operation of the Honors College including: admissions, curriculum, student advising, budget, personnel, and facilities. The Director will be expected to work closely with the honors student body. The Director is expected to provide general supervision for co-curricular and extracurricular activities in the Honors College, and will coordinate all levels of the departmental/college honors experience, including meeting with department personnel and encouraging honors courses in departments and colleges. The Office of the Director is the clearing house for all information on the honors experience at The University of Mississippi, both for purposes of recruitment and to assist students to graduate with honors while meeting all other requirements of the University's degree programs. In addition to the responsibilities related to the Honors College, the Director will play a role in coordinating university-wide fellowship programs, be a chief participant in university development activities, and work closely with the Office of Recruitment and Retention.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in a discipline represented in the College of Liberal Arts or one of the professional schools on the Oxford campus. The successful candidate will be a creative, dynamic, and diplomatic campus leader; will be capable of articulating and implementing a vision of honors education including a demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and learning; will appreciate and embrace the variation in academic goals and philosophies among the schools and departments of the university; and, will be a skilled consensus builder with substantial interpersonal skills, including verifiable rapport with students, faculty, administration, and public constituencies.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of exceptional teaching and possess a record of scholarly achievement that will enable tenure at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.  A record of academic leadership and experience with honors education is expected, as is demonstrated administrative and managerial experience, including budgeting.

THE HONORS COLLEGE

The McDonnell-Barksdale Honors College was established and endowed in 1996 to build on and expand the existing University Honors Program. Admission to the Honors College is open to qualified undergraduates from the College of Liberal Arts and all of the professional schools on the Oxford campus. The Honors College is housed in a newly renovated building near the center of campus, which includes administrative offices of the Director and staff, seminar rooms, computer facilities, and electronic classrooms. For more information, please visit http://www.honors.olemiss.edu/.

THE UNIVERSITY

A comprehensive state university, The University of Mississippi has a rich tradition spanning 154 years and has achieved a prominent position within the state, region, and nation.  The main campus at Oxford includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Graduate School, and professional schools of Law, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Pharmacy, Applied Sciences, and Accountancy.  Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Related Professions, and Dentistry are located on the Medical Campus at Jackson, Mississippi.  Additional information about the University can be found on the University’s home page (http://www.olemiss.edu)

COMPENSATION

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Nominations are welcome. Review of applications will begin on 1 October, 2002, and the position will remain open until filled or until an  adequate applicant pool is established. Applicants should send: (a) a letter of interest, including a statement of philosophy of honors education; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:

The University of Mississippi is an Equal Opportunity/American with Disabilities Employer.

9/3/02

Valparaiso University
Dean of the Honors College

Founded in 1967, Christ College is the honors college of Valparaiso University. Valparaiso University is a private, comprehensive, Lutheran university located in Valparaiso, Indiana, approximately one hour from Chicago. An autonomous college with approximately 300 students, Christ College is housed in its own facility, with a full-time dean and eight full-time, tenured or tenure-track faculty.  The College is dedicated to the cultivation of intellectual, moral, and spiritual values.  The curriculum is interdisciplinary and humanistic. 

The Dean of Christ College is responsible for planning, leadership, development, student recruitment, and administration within the honors college.  Working with a staff of Associate Dean, Administrative Assistant, and Faculty Secretary, the Dean reports to the Provost of the University and works closely with the University’s Office of Institutional Advancement in development and fundraising efforts.

The successful candidate will possess:

Deadline for applications is December 15, 2002.  The Dean will assume leadership in the summer of 2003.  Please send nominations or application materials to: 

Valparaiso University is an equal opportunity employer

9/13/02

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Assistant Dean For Academics, Albert Dorman Honors College

New Jersey Institute of Technology, a public research university, seeks an experienced professional to serve as Assistant Dean for Academics in the Albert Dorman Honors College.  The Assistant Dean has primary responsibility for the academic advising of Honors students, for the awarding of scholarships, and for the development of the Individual Education Plans of ADHC students.  The Assistant Dean is also responsible for providing students with learning opportunities such as the conduct of research, participation in industry-based projects, and leadership education. 

He or she works as part of a team to help maximize the accomplishments of Honors students and make such accomplishments known to NJIT and the community. 

Minimum requirement is a Master’s degree in an academic field taught at NJIT or a closely related field, as well as three years experience with academic advising.  Familiarity with undergraduate science and technology curriculum and Ph.D. degree are preferred.  The position is to be filled immediately or as soon as possible.

Learn more at http://honors.njit.edu.  We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.  The university reserves the right to substitute equivalent education and/or experience, at its discretion.  Please send resumes to:  
Human Resources Department, Personnel Box ADHC-ADA, New Jersey Institute of Technology, University Heights, 
Newark, N.J. 07102. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

9/24/02

Montana State University-Bozeman
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education 

 9/24/02

The University of Tennessee
Director of the University Honors Program

The University of Tennessee is committed to enhancing its honors program with the goal of establishing a nationally recognized program.  We seek a Director with the vision to lead our efforts toward an innovative honors curriculum that fosters student achievement. The duties of this full-time position include conceiving and developing the structure and offerings of the University Honors Program, setting requirements and recruiting a diverse and highly qualified student body, overseeing the advising of honors students, recruiting faculty to teach honors seminars and courses, preparing students for scholarly competitions, working with the honors staff, and the general oversight and leadership of the program. We are looking for an individual capable of effectively integrating university honors curricula with existing honors programs in the various academic  disciplines.  

Eleven colleges comprise The University of Tennessee, which is the state's land grant and flagship research campus. The university enrolls 26,000 students, with an undergraduate student body of approximately 20,000. The University Honors Program currently includes over six hundred students, and is open to undergraduate students in all majors.  University Honors students have recently won Rhodes, Fulbright, Truman, Goldwater, and National Science Foundation awards, among others. 

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and an excellent record of teaching and scholarship sufficient to achieve tenure within an existing academic unit or department.   Outstanding communication skills are expected, as well as familiarity with national developments in honors programs.  A record of effective administrative experience in a university setting or an honors program is desirable.   The Director of the University Honors Program is a twelve-month position, reporting directly to the Provost.  Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. 

Applications should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Review of materials will begin December 1, 2002, and continue until the position is filled.  Materials should be sent to:  Don Richard Cox, Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, 226 Ayres Hall, University of Tennessee,   Knoxville, TN 37996-1320 

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution 
in the provisions of its education and employment programs and services.

10/17/02

Eastern Michigan University
Director, University Honors Program

The Division of Academic Affairs invites applications and nominations for the position of Director, University Honors Program.  The University Honors Program was founded in 1984 to provide special opportunities for EMU's most academically qualified students. With more than 900 members, the program's purpose is to attract, retain, and recognize academically gifted and motivated students, and to enrich honors students’ college experience both in and out of the classroom.

The Director reports to the Associate Provost and administers all aspects of the University Honors Program, including staffing, curriculum, budget, student certification, and public relations.  In addition, the Director provides leadership and coordination in moving the honors program forward and for the following on behalf of the University and the Division of Academic Affairs: 

Qualifications for the Director of the University Honors Program: 

In addition, classroom and administrative experience with honors students is desirable. 

Eastern Michigan University is located in Ypsilanti conveniently located between Detroit and Ann Arbor offering rich cultural, social, and recreational opportunities.  Eastern Michigan University is a comprehensive university founded in 1849.  It is the fifth largest university in Michigan with an enrollment of over 23,000.

The position is available beginning July 2003.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Review of applications will begin starting November 30, 2002.  Submit letter of interest with a CV and the names, address, and telephone numbers of three references to: Posting #APAA0303, Eastern Michigan University, 202 Boone Hall, Ypsilanti, MI  48197.

EMU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages women and members of other minority groups to apply.

10/17/02

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