The Assistant Dean, Academic Affairs is responsible for overseeing the advising initiatives to more effectively provide academic direction and degree planning for both Blended and Brick and Mortar students. As part of this initiative, the Assistant Dean, Academic Affairs manages the academic advising team and school-wide advising software, and degree dashboard. The Assistant Dean also works closely with the Vice Dean on curriculum planning by establishing a course frequency plan, developing the academic calendar, and providing oversight over the final examination process. The Assistant Dean serves as a liaison on several academic committees and also works closely with Admissions to recruit and communicate with prospective Blended and Brick and Mortar students. The Academic Affairs team is responsible for onboarding new students in collaboration with Academic Excellence, Admissions, Career, and Professional Development, and the Office of the Dean of Students. The Office of the Academic Affairs is responsible for:
- Academic Advising
- Blended late policy and extensions
- Prep. Week and Capstone week facilitation
- Course evaluations
- Course frequency plan
- Transfer credit request
- Academic calendar
- Adjunct hiring
For additional information, contact Kelly Von Ruden, by email at kelly.vonruden@mitchellhamline.edu telephone (651-290-6367), or in person in Room 119.