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RSSThe UVa Squabble: Whose Move is it?
Jim Siburt-Humanities Faculty:
Many in higher education, as well as the general public, have been following the battle between the University of Virginia governing board and President Teresa Sullivan. On the surface it appears to be the issue of a president not acting fast enough on a directive–the implementation of a distance learning program–given by a governing board. Yet, it played out in a way that might leave many observers baffled. The concept of shared governance is a foreign subject to many outside of higher education, which is why many board members, whose primary experience of leadership comes from other fields, might not fully grasp the intricacies of this dynamic…
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Engaging, dynamic faculty members are the heart of Alvernia University. Our professors are accomplished scholars, experts in their fields, and supportive mentors who are committed foremost to their students’ success. More than two-thirds of them hold the highest degree available in their field. Outside of the classroom many regularly publish books and articles, present scholarly works at national and international conferences, and serve as field experts to the mass media — through newspaper, broadcast, and online outlets. It's no wonder that our students appreciate small class sizes (14:1 student to faculty ratio), personal attention, and breadth of academic programs offered — relevant in today's world.
