Ozarka College

Purpose:

The Curriculum Committee shall develop and maintain offerings in keeping with the philosophy and objectives of the institution and shall identify those components essential for the implementation of such curricular offerings. All faculty members shall have the right to make proposals to the Curriculum Committee. The Vice President of Academic Affairs shall serve as liaison to this committee. All recommendations for the initiation of new policies and changes of policy shall be made to the Professional Association. All recommendations concerning program additions, deletions, and changes shall be made to the President. All other recommendations concerning the additions, deletions, and changes of curricular offerings shall be made to the Vice President of Academic and Instructional Affairs. Actions taken shall be reported to the Committee by the Chairperson of the Committee. Committee Membership: Seven faculty members appointed by the Faculty Council. The committee shall elect a chairperson. The Vice-President of Academic Affairs will serve as the administrative liaison to the curriculum committee.

Responsibilities:

The functions of the Curriculum Committee shall be as follows:

1. Evaluate periodically the objectives and philosophy of the College and make recommendations regarding them to the Faculty Council and Administrative Council.
2. Review and recommend to the Faculty Council program, degree, and graduation requirements. 
3. Recommend additions and deletions of courses and programs. 
4. Recommend criteria for the admission and retention of students in individual programs.
5. Initiate and periodically evaluate all curricular offerings.
6. Make recommendations regarding physical facilities and equipment needed for instructional purpose.
7. Participate in planning of facilities for instruction.
8. Coordinate with the Vice President of Academic Affairs all aspects for student, peer, and professional review of faculty.