PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION FOR FACULTY AND STAFF 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Foyer

Assembly Center

Faculty Workshop

1:30 p.m.—2:20 p.m.

Developing the Compliance Certification Document……Ms. Nettie Daniels AVP, Planning and Institutional Research

2:30 p.m.—3:20 p.m.

Developing the Quality Enhancement Plan……………Dr. Robert M. Dixon

3:30 p.m.

Update on Registration………………………………....Mrs. Patricia Hutcherson Interim Registrar

Closing Remarks

2008 Fall Faculty Institute (Seminar)

“Preparing for Reaffirmation by SACS in 2010”

Thursday, August 14, 2008

9:00 a.m.

School of Nursing Auditorium

Dr. Horace A. Judson

President

Dr. Robert M. Dixon

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Office of the President

August 14, 2008

Dear Colleague:

The University formally began the process several months ago to have its accreditation by the Commission on

Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) reaffirmed in December 2010. This

Faculty Institute will be used to provide all faculty members with information about the process and the work

that we must accomplish to maintain accreditation. A successful process will require the cooperation of all

members of our community. I expect you to contribute to our efforts and insure that the University begins the

next ten year period without issues that must be addressed.

As challenging as the process may appear, we should welcome this opportunity to share with our colleagues

that we strive to be an excellent University. We have made great progress in the last four years. We expect to

make greater progress in the years ahead. We aim to exceed, in our operation and the systems we use, the re-

quirements and standards of SACS.

You are aware of the extensive planning in which we have engaged in the last two years. The Master Devel-

opment Plan and the Academic Master Plan yield for us a well defined path for the future. These plans must

be updated and modified as compelled by internal and external events and factors. Many of you will become

directly involved in the development of the planning document required by SACS. I believe that much of our

work during the last four years will provide a strong foundation for the development of an outstanding docu-

ment for SACS.

This is an exciting period in our history. We are fortunate to have the opportunities that the University affords

us as educators. I wish you a successful academic year.

Sincerely,

Horace A. Judson

President

P.O. Drawer 607 100 Founder Street Grambling, LA 71245 Office: (318) 274-6117 Fax: (318) 274-6172 Email: www.gram.edu

A Constituent Member of the University of Louisiana System Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools An Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator Facilities Accessible to the Disabled

Breakfast Buffet

Nursing Building Student Lounge

8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

Program

Dr. Robert M. Dixon, Presiding

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Invocation…………………………………....Mr. Kevin Sly, Instructor College of Business

Welcome and Introductions

President's Address………………………….Dr. Horace A. Judson

Updates by the Vice Presidents

Dr. Stacey A. Duhon, Student Affairs

Mr. Leon Sanders, Finance

Dr. Robert M. Dixon, Academic Affairs

Break………………………………………..10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

“Reaffirmation of Accreditation”

Introduction…………….……………….…Dr. Robert M. Dixon

Overview of the Process…………………..Dr. Janet A. Guyden Dean, School of Graduate

Studies and Research Lunch……………………………………..12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Lounge

2009 Spring Faculty Institute

“Meeting Economic Challenges”

Thursday, January 15, 2009

9:00 a.m.

School of Nursing Auditorium

Dr. Horace A. Judson

President

Dr. Robert M. Dixon

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Meetings of Colleges, Schools & the Library

College of Arts and Sciences

Friday, January 16, 2009 @ 10:00 AM

Woodson Hall, Room 10

Dr. Connie Walton-Clement, Dean

College of Business

Friday, January 16, 2009 @ 11:00 AM

Jacob T. Stewart, Room 219

Dr. Matthew Uwakonye, Interim Dean

College of Education

January 15, 2009 @ 2:00 PM

Adams Hall, Room 200

Dr. Sean S. Warner, Dean

College of Professional Studies

Friday, January 16, 2009 @ 2:00 PM

Nursing Building Auditorium

Dr. Rama Tunuguntla, Interim Dean

School of Nursing

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 @ 2:00 PM

Nursing Building, Room 134

Dr. Afua Arhin, Associate Dean

School of Social Work

Friday, January 16, 2009 @ 10:00AM

Adams Hall, Room 303

Dr. Ben Robertson, Interim Associate Dean

A.C. Lewis Memorial Library

Friday, January 16, 2009 @ 10:00 AM

Library Staff Lounge, 2nd

Floor

Dr. Rosemary Mokia, Director

Program

Dr. Robert M. Dixon, Presiding

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Invocation……………………………………………….............Reverend Rory Bedford

Director, Service Learning

Welcome and Introductions

State of the University……………………………………………Dr. Horace A. Judson

President

Reports

The Faculty Senate …………..Dr. Tsegai Emmanuel, President of the Faculty Senate

Student Affairs……………..Dr. Stacey A. Duhon, Vice President for Student Affairs

Finance………………………………Mr. Daarel Burnette, Vice President for Finance

Academic Affairs………………………………………………….Dr. Robert M. Dixon

Update from Compliance Certification Team ……………..Dr. Connie Walton, Dean

College of Arts & Sciences

Ms. Nettie Daniels, Associate Vice President

Planning and Institutional Research

Update from Enrollment Management………………………………Ms. Karen Lewis

Executive Director of Enrollment Management

Ms. Annie Moss

Director of Admissions and Recruitment

Ms. Patricia Hutcherson

University Registrar/Director of Records and Registration

Ms. Jackie Greer

Interim Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships

Announcements

Adjournment

Office of the President

January 15, 2009

Dear Colleague:

The year 2009 is monumental in the history of our country. On January 20th

we shall participate in and

witness the inauguration of Barack Obama, the first African American President of the United States. His

election marks the beginning of a new era in American politics and a new era in world politics. As daunting as

are many of the problems he faces, the community of world leaders has been buoyed by his success to look with

renewed hope to the future, to believe that the conundrums of our time can be solved and resolved.

One of the problems that President Elect Obama faces is an economic crisis evidenced by the collapse of

many financial institutions and the decline in major segments of the American business community. The

financial problems experienced by many organizations during 2008 have also affected higher education.

Across the country, universities and colleges are attempting to cope with declines in endowments and in

other revenue streams. Projected declines in state revenue have led to budget reductions for all public colleges

and universities in Louisiana. In fact, we may have further reductions for fiscal year 2010.

The current reduction and the projection of future reductions have required us to examine critically all of

our programs. We may have to eliminate programs that have not performed well and are on the Regents’ low

completers list. We may not fill vacancies in programs that are low completers and/or marginal performers in

terms of student and faculty success. We must act responsibly as we respond to the current economic challenges.

Although these challenges are formidable, they cannot be allowed to interfere or compromise our effort to

have the University’s accreditation by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and

Schools reaffirmed. Additionally, we must successfully maintain accreditation of our teacher education program

by NCATE and our College of Business by AACSB. By working together and responding to institutional needs

with intellect and creativity, we can come through the next two years a stronger, better, and more productive

university.

I wish you success in your teaching and scholarly pursuits in 2009.

Sincerely,

Horace A. Judson

President

P.O. Drawer 607$100 Founder Street$Grambling, LA 71245$Office: (318) 274-6117$Fax: (318) 274-6172$www.gram.edu

A Constituent Member of the University of Louisiana System$Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools An Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator$Facilities Accessible to the Disabled

Breakfast Nursing Building Student Lounge 8:00 – 8:45 a.m.

General Session Nursing Building Auditorium 9:00

a.m.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

School of Nursing Auditorium

9:00 a.m.

Dr. Horace A. Judson

President

Dr. Robert M. Dixon

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

2009 Fall Faculty Institute

“Reassessment, Change, and Preserving the Mission”

Office of the President

August 13, 2009

Dear Colleague:

The 2009–10 academic year is expected to be one of great challenges and achievements.

As you know, we have been involved in preparation for reaffirmation of accreditation of pro-

grams in the College of Business and the College of Education, and reaffirmation of accredita-

tion of the University. Our efforts to prepare have been made arduous by economic declines and

a state imposed reduction in funding in fiscal years 2009 and 2010, and a projected reduction for

2011. In spite of the reduction in funding, we must prevail and maintain all existing accredita-

tions.

The decline in state appropriated funds has required us to reexamine our goals and ob-

jectives, to rethink our strategies, and to reassess notions of program viability. If we are to suc-

ceed in reaching near term objectives and if we are to remain competitive, we must engage in

resource development. Current circumstances compel us to be creative in the economic use of

all resources. Indeed, across the nation the economic challenges faced by higher education are

exceedingly difficult. The conundrum is to maintain programs and program integrity with fewer

resources. Whatever the future may hold, Grambling State University is girded by a history of

overcoming tremendous obstacles. We understand that in all that we do, we must strive to main-

tain fidelity with the mission of the University.

As we make changes, we must preserve those programs and systems that have the po-

tential to remain effective. We must eliminate those programs and systems that do not serve the

purpose of the University. In our departments, in our colleges, and schools and in every facet of

the University we must adapt and grow. In our work, we must innovate and contribute to the

advancement of our respective disciplines and programs. These are a noble aims. With your

dedication and support, we shall remain in a position to meet our objectives.

Sincerely,

Horace A. Judson

President

P.O. Drawer 607 · 100 Founder Street · Grambling, LA 71245 · Office: (318) 274-6117 · Fax: (318) 274-6172 · www.gram.edu

A Constituent Member of the University of Louisiana System Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools An Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator Facilities Accessible to the Disabled

Program

Dr. Robert M. Dixon, Presiding

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Invocation………………………………………......Dr. Larry Grubbs School of Social Work Welcome and Introductions

President's Address…………………………….Dr. Horace A. Judson

Updates by the Vice Presidents

Dr. Stacey A. Duhon, Student Affairs Mr. Daarel Burnette, Finance and Administration Dr. Robert M. Dixon, Academic Affairs

Break………………………………………...........10:30 a.m.—10:45 a.m.

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

SACS…………….……………….………………Dr. Robert M. Dixon

AACSB……………………………………………………..Dr. Carl N. Wright Dean, College of Business

Lunch………………………………………………12:15 p.m.—1:15 p.m.

BREAKFAST BUFFET……….8:00 a.m.— 8:45 a.m.

Nursing Bui lding Student Lounge

Faculty Institute Afternoon Session

1:30 p.m.—2:00 p.m.

OGB Flexible Benefits Plan………..Office of Group Benefits Bill Agan, Dean Moberley, Ray Harrison 2:15 p.m.—2:45 p.m.

NCATE……………………………………. Dr. Janet Guyden Dean, School of Graduate Studies & Research

3:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.

Report of the Faculty Senate…………... Dr. Matthew Ware President, Faculty Senate

3:45 pm.

Update on Registration………….Mrs. Patricia Hutcherson Registrar Closing Remarks……………………..Dr. Robert M. Dixon

PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION FOR FACULTY AND

STAFF

Foyer of the Assembly Center

4:30 p.m.— 6:30 p.m.