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Academia Engagement Committee

Charge

The Academia Engagement Committee is responsible for advising on existing initiatives and recommending the development of programs that enhance the engagement and support of academicians and researchers.

Group Type

Committee

Sponsor

Executive Board

Goals/Responsibilities

1.     Partner with relevant committees to develop and promote programs that cater specifically to the needs of academia.

2.     Engage with Society leadership to provide insights and perspectives from the academic community on strategic objectives and goals.

3.     Assist in the development and promotion of networking activities and professional development opportunities tailored for faculty and researchers at Society events.

4.     Promote activity and moderate discussions in the provided online community.

Composition

8-12 professional members and a chair representing a diversity consistent with the Society’s policies and values. Most of the members should have backgrounds in academia, either teaching or research.

Selection/ Appointment

Appointed by the Executive Board upon recommendation from the outgoing committee.

Term

Terms coincide with Society operating year. All terms are one-year renewable for up to three years.

Expected Commitment

2-4 hours per month

The committee will host discussions, documents, notes and resources on their ISA Connect community.

Roles and Authorities

Makes Recommendations to the Executive Board

·         Programs to support academicians

Monitors

·         Engagement in the online community.

·         Satisfaction with programs.

·         Trends in automation education and research at the university level.

·         Effectiveness of networking activities.

Related Groups

Student Guardian Committee

Young Professional Committee

Technical Assembly