University of New Haven
Assistant Provost for Experiential Education-Search #13-82
APPLICATION
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2014
The
University of New Haven (UNH) invites applications and nominations for the
position of Assistant Provost for Experiential Education to provide leadership
in strategically advancing experiential learning on- and off-campus for both
undergraduate and graduate students. The assistant provost will
collaborate with college deans, department chairs and faculty & staff
members to assess and advance current programming as well as develop new
activities. Current activities include community-based service learning;
study abroad and other international exchange programs; undergraduate honors
and living/learning residential communities; undergraduate and graduate
research projects; and internship, clinical, and other co-operative education
practices. UNH is a private, top-tier comprehensive institution recognized as a
national leader in experiential education and the commitment to providing
transformational experiences through student engagement is an institutional
priority. The school’s location midway between New York City and Boston in the
culturally rich city of New Haven provides an ideal setting to expand
experiential programming to more than 6,500 students, including approximately
4,800 undergraduates and 1,700 graduate students.
A
PhD is required. The ideal candidate should have a faculty background
with a demonstrable record of promoting academic excellence in experiential
education activities with students and at least five years of progressive
experience in experiential education programming in a university setting. Knowledge
of experiential education theories and models of practice and experience
developing policies and procedures relevant to experiential education programs
and/or supervising staff responsible for implementation are desirable.
Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing interest and relevant
background for the position, a current resume or CV, and a list of three
professional references with their titles, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
Applications should be mailed to Human Resources, Search 13-82, University of
New Haven, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516, or submitted
electronically to hrdept@newhaven.edu.
You must reference the Search #13-82 in the subject line of the email to
help ensure proper delivery. Applications received by February 1,
2014, will receive priority consideration.
The University of New Haven is an Equal Opportunity,
Affirmative Action Employer.
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