Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs, Division of Professional and Technical Services
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Oct 27, 2025·BoardMeeting
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State Workforce Development Board Meeting
The meeting included committee reports from the Adult Work, Youth, Finance, Apprenticeship, and High Demand App committees. Key discussion points included policy updates related to disaster recovery grants and youth employment recovery work grants, additional requirements for completability, selective service requirements, participant exiting, an overview of the JDS case management training series, and the high demand career listing.
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Key discussions included a presentation on Certificates and an update on Columbus Technical College (CTC). Department reports were presented by the President's Leadership Team covering Academic Affairs/Adult Education, Administrative Services, Student Affairs and Communications, Economic Development, Institutional Advancement, and Institutional Effectiveness. The CTC Update highlighted enrollment statistics for AY25, showing growth in unduplicated students and credit hours compared to AY24, as well as Fall Semester 2025 enrollment figures. The update also covered graduation statistics, job placement rates (99.7% overall and 91.8% in field), and foundation support provided to students. Safety and security improvements were noted, including State Accreditation for the CTC Police Department and the implementation of the Centegix badge system. Progress on new projects included a pedestrian walkway connecting two buildings and the groundbreaking ceremony for the Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. VECTR Workforce Development Center. Focus Forward initiatives detailed SkillBridge opportunities for exiting military personnel and developments in the Airframe And Powerplant Aviation partnership, including setting up lab space and seeking FAA approval. New degrees, diplomas, and TCC programs in AI Enhanced Robotic Manufacturing Specialist, Artificial Intelligence and Automation, Generative AI, and Automation and Robotics Technology were announced. Finally, plans for the South Campus Renovation & Expansion project were discussed.
Sep 23, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Columbus Technical College Local Board Of Directors Minutes
The key discussions focused on updates regarding Columbus Technical College's mission and commitment to student employment. Significant attention was given to the COL. Ralph Puckett Jr. VECTR Center, with construction reported to be ahead of schedule, aiming to commence classes in Fall 2026. A proposed FY27 Small Cap Project for a Pedestrian Walkway between buildings to enhance student safety was detailed. Other items included plans for FY27 Renovation and Expansion for Esthetics and related programs to increase enrollment capacity, the implementation of AD Astra software to improve student scheduling, and reports from Academic Affairs/Adult Education covering Family Literacy Night and upcoming Culinary events. Administrative Services reported on the closure of FY25 and the upcoming state audit. Advancement announced two new scholarships, including a $30,000 award for women in computer fields and a $500,000 scholarship for graduates attending CSU. Institutional Effectiveness reviewed strategic plan wrap-up and alumni surveys. Student Affairs reported a 100% overall job placement rate for the college.
Aug 26, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Columbus Technical College Local Board of Directors Agenda
The agenda for the meeting, which is to follow the July 29, 2025 minutes, included updates from President Martha Ann Todd, a report from Columbus Technical College, and updates from the President's Leadership Team covering Academic Affairs/Adult Education, Administrative Services, Student Affairs and Communications, Economic Development, and Institutional Effectiveness. The preceding minutes document detailed the Columbus Technical College Update, including progress on the VECTR Center, which has begun groundwork with a target opening date of July 2026 following successful funding efforts. Academic Affairs reported on VECTR Center scheduling, new literacy classes at Dimon Elementary, and Adult Education IET submissions. Economic Development reported on customized contract training metrics and program growth. Institutional Advancement focused on the VECTR Center funding and scholarship processes. Institutional Effectiveness confirmed SACSCOC accreditation for the next 10 years and preparation for the ACEN Accreditation Site Visit in September 2025. Student Affairs reported on Fall Semester enrollment being at 85% of goal, significant dual enrollment increases, and outreach to Talbot County.
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