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Institutional Planning and Assessment Committee

The University Institutional Planning and Assessment Committee governs the strategic planning process to include approving new or modified elements of the strategic plan, review and evaluation of University assessments of the strategic plan, and other planning activities (e.g., University Master Plan). The committee includes faculty, administrative, student, alumni, and community representation.

Charge of the Committee:

  • Oversee and guide the direction, structure, and use of the University's strategic priorities.
  • Guide and review the progress of the University on advancing its strategic priorities.
  • Consider and offer recommendations for continuous advancement of our campus values: A Welcoming and Supportive Environment, A Global Perspective, A Pursuit of Excellence, Freedom in the Pursuit of Knowledge, Integrity, Transparency and Participation in Decision-Making.
  • Ensure the University's mission and vision are periodically reviewed for alignment with the University's strategic direction at least every five years.
  • Review and evaluate the University's indicators of success.

 

2026-2027 IPAC Committee Members:

Name Division/Unit
Julie Estis (Chair) Institutional Effectiveness
Natalie Bauer Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
Joél Lewis Billingsley Community Engagement
Matthew Binion College of Education & Professional Studies
Michael Capella Mitchell College of Business
Nicole Carr Student Academic Success
Richard Carter  Global USA
Neil Christopher University of South Alabama National Alumni Association
Angela Clark School of Computing
Chris Cleveland Student Affairs
Mathew Cox Enrollment Services
Charlie Erwin Pat Covey College of Allied Health Professions
Karrington Foley Student Government Association
Katie Giles Student‐Athlete
Ron Graham Board of Trustees
Scott Hardy Community Member
Ellen Burton Harrington College of Arts & Sciences
Buckley Kelley Facilities Management
Doug Marshall Honors College
Daniel McCarthy Athletics
Allen Parrish Research and Economic Development
Sean Powers Stokes School of Marine & Environmental Sciences
Angela Rand University Libraries
Kristen Roberts Finance
Candice Selwyn College of Nursing
Eric Steward College of Engineering
Ronnie Stallworth, Sr. Board of Trustees
Margaret Sullivan Development and Alumni Relations
Peter Susman Administration
Laura Vrana Faculty Senate
Sean Walker Faculty Senate
Jim Yance Board of Trustees

Appointment History