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1 THE SEARCH FOR THE DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS One University. A World A Worl of Experiences.

FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY THE SEARCH FOR THE DEAN OF THE C0LLEGE OF BUSINESS THE OPPORTUNITY Frostburg State University, a 5,400-student, public, four-year university of the University System of

2 FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY THE SEARCH FOR THE DEAN OF THE C0LLEGE OF BUSINESS THE OPPORTUNITY Frostburg State University, a 5,400-student, public, four-year university of the University System of Maryland, invites inquiries, nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Business. Reporting to Provost Elizabeth Throop, the Dean is to advance the mission and success of the College and to partner with a committed senior leadership team. The new Dean is expected to assume office by July 1, 2018 at the latest. THE UNIVERSITY AND ITS SETTING Frostburg State University offers 47 undergraduate majors through its three colleges, and offers graduate degree programs in business, education, biological sciences, computer science, psychology, nursing, and recreation management. As a member of the University System of Maryland (USM), Frostburg actively seeks out opportunities to increase the offerings available to students through collaboration with other institutions in the System. Comprised of 11 universities, a three-site research institute and two regional higher education centers, USM serves more than 111,000 undergraduate students, 44,000 graduate students, and has more than 8,000 full-time faculty. Frostburg State University (FSU) is a comprehensive, regional, largely residential university set on 260 acres in the scenic highlands of Western Maryland. The region is rich in both history and recreational attractions. Founded in 1898 as a normal school for the education of teachers, the institution expanded in keeping with student needs. In 1988 it acquired university status and in 2015 granted its first doctoral degrees. FSU has expanded its program offerings beyond teacher education programs to include STEM, health and many professional areas of study, some focused on the region s physical and recreational assets. The FSU PROFILE FOUNDED: 1898 COLORS: MASCOT: FALL 2017 Red, Black and White Bobcat z 4,725 undergraduate 589 graduate & doctoral z 18:1 student/faculty ratio z Average class size: 22 students OUR CAMPUS: z 4-year public, large master s comprehensive university; part of the University System of Maryland z Three colleges offering 47 undergraduate, 17 graduate programs and the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership z 13 academic facilities on a beautiful, spacious 260-acre campus z 11 traditional residence halls housing 1,600 students plus an apartment-style complex z Three dining locations OUR STUDENTS: z 92% of students are Maryland residents z Total minority population (undergrad): 44% z About 78% of students receive some form of financial aid FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY 1

University provides employment for local citizens and contributes to the welfare of local merchants through the purchasing power of students, faculty, and staff, contributing significantly both

The University is the only four-year public institution in Maryland west of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area, and serves as the premier educational and cultural center for Western Maryland

3 University provides employment for local citizens and contributes to the welfare of local merchants through the purchasing power of students, faculty, and staff, contributing significantly both economically and culturally. The University is the only four-year public institution in Maryland west of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area, and serves as the premier educational and cultural center for Western Maryland and surrounding counties in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. THE REGION Located a little over two hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Pittsburgh, the city of Frostburg has a population of about 9,000 full-time year-round residents. Frostburg is a vibrant small town with a bustling main street district. Within 2 walking distance from campus are numerous cafés, restaurants, pizza shops, and convenience and specialty stores. The great outdoors are a part of life at Frostburg, where there s a beautiful view in every direction. The area surrounding campus offers: z Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, whitewater rafting, kayaking, sailing and swimming at Deep Creek Lake z Camping, boating, golf and more at Rocky Gap State Park z Biking and scenic jogging (or strolls) on the Great Allegheny Passage, which passes through Frostburg on its way from Washington, D.C., to Pittsburgh z Backpacking, horseback riding, rock climbing, fishing, hunting, picnicking, mountain biking, off-road vehicle adventures and more. OTHER INSTRUCTIONAL SITES FSU serves as the coordinating institution for the University System of Maryland at Hagerstown (USMH), a regional higher education center about an hour away in downtown Hagerstown that offers upper-division undergraduate and graduate academic programs by six universities within the USM. Baccalaureate programs offered by Frostburg at USMH include business administration, early childhood/elementary education, psychology, sociology and liberal studies; graduate programs include eight master s degree programs in education and the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. A physician assistant graduate program is in development. FSU offers several programs in collaboration with other institutions. In addition to the mechanical engineering program offered in collaboration with the University of Maryland, College Park, the electrical engineering concentration in the BS in engineering may be completed at the Anne Arundel Community College Regional Higher Education Center at Arundel Mills; the materials concentration in the BS in engineering may be completed at Cecil College. Students may pursue the BS in Adventure Sports Management in a program offered through nearby Garrett College. The University also has a BSN collaborative agreement with Allegany Community College and articulation agreements with the Community College of Baltimore County, Hagerstown Community College and Frederick Community College. The University has experienced considerable growth in online programs, including an RN-to-BSN, M.S. in Applied Computer Science, M.S. in Recreation and Parks Management, MBA and the M.Ed. in Special Education.

4 UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP BOARD OF REGENTS At the highest level, FSU is governed by the USM Board of Regents. The 17 members of the Board of Regents, including one student member, are appointed by the governor of Maryland. The Board of Regents is responsible for the governance and management of the USM and the 12 institutions, overseeing the System s academic, administrative and financial operations, formulating policy, appointing the USM chancellor and the presidents and holding them accountable. THE PRESIDENT FSU is led by President Ronald Nowaczyk. President Nowaczyk joined the University in May 2016, bringing more than 35 years of experience in higher education. At Frostburg, President Nowaczyk is supported by an Executive Cabinet comprised of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice President for Administration and Finance, the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Vice President of Human Resources, and the Vice President for University Advancement/Executive Director of the FSU Foundation, Inc. FSU s governance includes the University Advisory Council, Faculty Senate, Staff Senate and Student Government Association. THE PROVOST Dr. Elizabeth Throop is Frostburg s Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. She joined FSU on July 1, Throop, whose academic background is in cultural anthropology and social work, was dean of the UW-Platteville College of Liberal Arts and Sciences before her appointment as acting provost. She has experience leading university divisions in liberal arts, education, business and the sciences, covering the disciplines of FSU s three colleges. As provost, Throop serves as the University s chief academic officer, overseeing FSU s three academic colleges, academic support programs and the Lewis J. Ort Library. ACCREDITATION Frostburg State University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Accreditors approved by the U.S. Secretary of Education: z BSN in Nursing: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) z Teacher Education Programs: Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Other Accreditors: z College of Business programs: AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) z BA/BS in Athletic Training: Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) z BA/BS in Exercise and Sport Science: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) z BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering, in collaboration with the University of Maryland College Park: Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc. z BS Engineering Program Concentrations in Materials Engineering and Electrical Engineering accredited by ABET through September 2020 z BS Engineering Program Concentration in Electrical Engineering accredited by ABET through September 2020 z BA/BS in Recreation and Parks Management: Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT) z BA/BS in Social Work: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) z MS in Counseling Psychology: Master s in Psychology Accreditation Council (MPAC) z Teacher Education Programs: Also approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) as consistent with the Maryland Redesign of Teacher Education z Brady Health Center: Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) z Counseling and Psychological Services: International Association of Counseling Services FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY 3

FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES At Frostburg State University, experiential education is more than a tagline it is woven into the very fabric of the institution.

more. Frostburg offers flexibility in academic programming, leading many students to double major.

FROSTBURG S NATIONAL RANKINGS Frostburg has been recognized for its successful outcomes by several national organizations: z LendEDU ranked Frostburg #1 among University System of Maryland schools

5 FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES At Frostburg State University, experiential education is more than a tagline it is woven into the very fabric of the institution. According to the 2016 National Survey of Student Engagement, 97 percent of FSU seniors participated in at least one High-Impact Practice during their education, and 85 percent participated in two or more. Frostburg offers flexibility in academic programming, leading many students to double major. The University is also currently expanding its academic programming offerings at the graduate level, in numerous disciplines of health care and online degree options. FROSTBURG S NATIONAL RANKINGS Frostburg has been recognized for its successful outcomes by several national organizations: z LendEDU ranked Frostburg #1 among University System of Maryland schools and #113 among all U.S. four-year public colleges and universities studied for lowest average student debt per borrower in its Student Loan Debt Ranking. z The Economist ranked FSU #100 in the U.S. in terms of value added among all four-year non-vocational colleges and universities based on Department of Education College Scorecard data. MISSION: Frostburg State University is a studentcentered teaching and learning institution featuring experiential opportunities. The University offers students a distinctive and distinguished baccalaureate education along with a select set of applied master s and doctoral programs. Frostburg serves regional and statewide economic and workforce development; promotes cultural enrichment, civic responsibility, and sustainability; and prepares future leaders to meet the challenges of a complex and changing global society. 4

colleges for the largest percentage of contributions directed toward financial aid in 2016, according to the Council for Aid to Education s Voluntary Support of Education Survey.

6 z Frostburg was listed #1 among U.S. universities and #3 among all U.S. colleges for the largest percentage of contributions directed toward financial aid in 2016, according to the Council for Aid to Education s Voluntary Support of Education Survey. z FSU is one of MONEY magazine s 2017 Best Value Colleges. MONEY looked at U.S. colleges and universities to determine which delivered the most value in terms of a great education, an affordable price and preparing students for rewarding careers. z Frostburg was named the 2016 Public Institution of the Year by The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars, America s largest academic internship program. z CollegeValuesOnline.com, an online independent guide to selecting the best college for each individual, recently ranked FSU number 16 of the 30 top schools that offer parks, recreation and leisure studies bachelor s degrees in the U.S. for z BestMasterofScienceinNursing.com recently ranked FSU among the 10 most up-and-coming nursing schools in the East. z Brookings Institution ranked FSU in the top-25 percent of all U.S. four-year colleges and universities in terms of value added, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data. z Frostburg was named to the 2015 President s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll Public Institution of the Year Frostburg State University has been named the 2016 Public Institution of the Year by The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars, America s largest academic internship program. Marketwatch.com listed Frostburg State University FIRST AMONG UNIVERSITIES for directing the largest percentage of contributions toward financial aid in FROM GETEDUCATED.COM #5 Best Online Bachelor s in Nursing #10 #14 #19 Best Online Master s in Management: Recreation and Parks Management Best Affordable AASCB Online MBA Best Online Master of Education: Special Education FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY 5

7 FSU/COB DEMOGRAPHICS (2016) 4924/669 undergraduate students 792/219 graduate students 55% female; 45% male / 40% female; 60% male FSU/COB ETHNICITY American Indian/Alaskan Native:<1% / American Indian/Alaskan Native: <1% Asian: 11% / Asian: 13% African-American/Black: 30% / African-American/ Black: % Hispanic: 5% / Hispanic: European American: 24% / White: 28% Two or more Races: 3% / Two or More Races: 3% International: 6% / International: 10% Race and Ethnicity not Reported: 3% / Race/Ethnicity Not Reported: 6% FSU/CoB traditionally underserved/first gen 43% traditionally underserved (low income) / 42% THE OPPORTUNITY Frostburg State University s College of Business contains the departments of Accounting, Economics, Marketing & Finance, and Management. It offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Currently, it serves approximately 200 MBA students online and about 650 undergraduate students face-to-face. The College has approximately 50 full-time and part-time faculty who are dedicated to student learning first. In addition to faculty advisors, the College employs a professional advisor. The College emphasizes real-world applications in classes, and many faculty use case studies in class. Accredited by AACSB International, globally recognized as the premier accrediting organization for business schools, the College of Business is among the elite 5 percent of business schools. Notable activities in the past year for the College of Business included faculty publications in top-tier peer-reviewed journals such as Group and Organization Management, Science, Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance, and other top journals in operations management, business analytics, and expert systems. In addition, international cooperative educational programs have been established with the Hunan University of Commerce a bachelor s degree in economics with a minor in finance and with Vanung University in Taiwan (hospitality studies); other relationships in Asia and Southeast Asia are being explored. The College of Business also has strong relationships with business schools in Europe. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS VISION STATEMENT The College of Business will be recognized for its high-quality academic and experiential learning programs. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MISSION STATEMENT The College of Business prepares students to successfully meet professional opportunities through a dynamic, student-centered educational environment that emphasizes leadership, notable and timely research, application of knowledge, and global experiential learning. MISSION STATEMENT COMPONENTS The College of Business z emphasizes excellence in teaching through innovative approaches, small-class environment, caring faculty, and interactive focus; z provides intellectual and professional development to students through coursework, research, and global experiential learning with a focus on leadership, ethical values, and community engagement; z measures students learning outcomes to ensure continuous improvement and positive impact of its programs; 6

z engages business practitioners, alumni, students, and community and considers their input to enhance its programs; and z provides professional development opportunities for enhancement of faculty s

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE VALUES z Accountability z Excellence z Fairness z Openness z z Respect z Service z Teamwork z Transparency z Professionalism Trust A complete list of degree programs at both

com has classified the MBA program as a Best Buy; Best Value MBA rated FSU s MBA number 46 among its top 50 best MBA programs for its value and affordability; The Best Master s Degrees, an online

8 z engages business practitioners, alumni, students, and community and considers their input to enhance its programs; and z provides professional development opportunities for enhancement of faculty s teaching skills, research capabilities, practical application, and global experiential learning. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS CORE VALUES z Accountability z Excellence z Fairness z Openness z z Respect z Service z Teamwork z Transparency z Professionalism Trust A complete list of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels can be found at COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ACCOLADES Get Educated.com has classified the MBA program as a Best Buy; Best Value MBA rated FSU s MBA number 46 among its top 50 best MBA programs for its value and affordability; The Best Master s Degrees, an online organization that provides rankings and profiles of degree programs in the most common master s degree areas, recently ranked FSU s online MBA program among the top five most affordable online MBAs in the nation for 2016; and Top Management Degrees has ranked FSU number 48 of the most affordable online MBAs of For more information, please visit each department s website: Accounting: Economics: Marketing and Finance: Management: ADVISORY BOARD OF THE COLLEGE The Advisory Board of the College of Business was established to assist the Dean in ongoing growth of the College. The College Advisory Board serves as the primary advisory body, providing advice and counsel for the College s academic and professional programs. FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY 7

QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic professional who has the experience and is ready to lead FSU s College of Business to a higher level of prominence and success in today s

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Provost, serve as the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer for the College of Business.

programmatic innovation, professional development of the faculty, and advancement work.

accreditation. Other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: z Earned doctorate in a related field with one to three years of work experience in higher education leadership.

9 QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic professional who has the experience and is ready to lead FSU s College of Business to a higher level of prominence and success in today s complex higher education environment. Leadership and collaboration are essential skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Provost, serve as the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer for the College of Business. The Dean provides oversight of and strategic leadership for the quality of undergraduate and graduate programs, student enrollment and retention, effective use of technology, curricular and programmatic innovation, professional development of the faculty, and advancement work. Working with University administration and the College Executive Council, the Dean discusses issues and makes decisions regarding faculty and staff, students, academic programs, and AACSB accreditation. Other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: z Earned doctorate in a related field with one to three years of work experience in higher education leadership. z Excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a diverse population. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: z Through education and work experience, the candidate will possess a deep knowledge of salient and emergent academic business school disciplines and practices. z A successful candidate will be innovative and forward-looking with strong interests in collaboration across the University and the University System of Maryland and a dedication to student recruitment, retention, success, and graduation. z The individual will have current insight into labor trends as determined by a variety of data sources, and will be knowledgeable about AACSB and regional accrediting processes. OTHER: z Any combination of training and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in a related field and progressively responsible related work experience may be considered. 8

DEPARTMENTS IN THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Accounting Economics Management Marketing & Finance PROGRAMS OFFERED IN THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS APPLICATION PROCESS To apply, please visit https://frostburg.

10 DEPARTMENTS IN THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Accounting Economics Management Marketing & Finance PROGRAMS OFFERED IN THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS APPLICATION PROCESS To apply, please visit The following are required: z Substantive cover letter addressing the qualifications and expectations listed earlier; z Curriculum vitae/resume; and z Contact information for three professional references and a note indicating the nature of your working relationship with each. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Applications will be accepted until October 16, Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. Frostburg State University is a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. FSU is committed to making all of its programs, services and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. To request accommodation through the ADA Compliance Office, call or use a Voice Relay Operator at Frostburg State University is a smoke-free campus. MAJORS: Accounting BS Accounting/MBA Dual Degree Business Administration Concentrations: Finance General Management Global Business Hospitality Management Human Resource Management Marketing Small Business/Entrepreneurship Economics Concentrations: Business Economics Public Policy Economics Quantitative Economics MINORS: Accounting Business Administration Economics Finance Financial Services Management Marketing Small Business/Entrepreneurship GRADUATE: MBA MBA/Accounting FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY 9

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SEARCH PROSPECTUS: Dean of the College of Law TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 The College of Law 4 Mission of the College of Law Academics and Curriculum at the College of Law 5 History, Accreditation and Enrollment