Talent Management Agenda 6-27-19 Final Documents/2019_06_27 - June 27, 2019... · Christopher Vogt Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4 Kathleen Volmer Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof

Section #1 ‐ New SES Hires:Name Title Department Effective Date

Section #2 Changing Jobs (Current employees changing jobs)Name New Title Department Campus Effective Date Notes

Section # 3 ‐ Reclassifications: Name Department/Campus Title to Reclassify Status Job Group/Step Funding Notes

Human Resources Talent Manager FT SESDeletion of Director of Human Resources position

Student ServicesDirector of Applied Learning and Global Engagement FT AAECC/JG 13

Deletion of Director of Global Education & International Student Servies

ITSCoordinator of Service Management FT AAECC/JG 11

Deletion of Assistant Software Specialist II

Section # 4 ‐ Request to Board Create:Title Department/Campus Status Funding Job Group/Step NotesAssistant Project Coordinator of Residential Life

Student Services FT vacancy control JG 9

Associate Vice President for Advancement

Advancement and Efficiency FT Deletion of Ass't to EVP Inst. Advancement & excess funds from Foundation Director to

Coordinator position

SES

Executive Director of Data Analytics Finance and Administration FT Deletion of Business Analyst & JG 15

Section # 5 ‐ Rank Advancement RecommendationsAAECCName Title grade/step rank adv titleJudith Callahan Job Developer RPT 9‐8 Job Developer II RPT 10‐7David James Coord of Admin Application 13‐11 Coord of Adm App II 14‐7Peter Jerebko Advancement Athletic Dir 14‐L1 Adv Athletic Dir II 15‐7Terry Kirby Project Director RPT 13‐8 Project Director II RPT 14‐7Anne Waligora Coord of Mid College 11‐8 Coord of Mid Col II 12‐7Frances Williams Nurse College 11‐8 Nurse College II 12‐7FFECCJanet Arcara Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc. Prof 13‐4James Armillotti Asst Professor 11‐LA Assoc. Prof 13‐5Kevin Barnas Instructor 9‐7 Asst. Prof 11‐4Laurie Berkshire Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc. Prof 13‐4Lisa Bonaventura Assoc Professor 13‐6 Professor 14‐4John Braun Instructor 9‐7 Asst. Prof 11‐4Elena Brewer Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc. Prof 13‐4

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Snejana Brooks Mentor RPT‐GRT‐IB/YES 9‐8 Sr Ment RPT‐GRT‐IB/YES 11‐5Scott Corcoran Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc. Prof 13‐4Michael Coughlin Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Angela Crocker Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc. Prof 13‐4David Denio Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Steven Dinieri Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Richard DiPronio Asst Professor 11‐LD Assoc. Prof 13‐6Colleen Doll Assoc Professor 13‐7 Professor 14‐5Donna Fierle Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Gerald Gill Assoc Professor 13‐6 Professor 14‐4Robert Gillis Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Kristin Goss Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Erika Hendra Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Jason Januszkiewicz Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Kristin Kozlowski Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Sherri Lilleck Technical Assistant RPT 6‐8 Senior Technical Assistant RPT 9‐4Adelaida Lugo Master Technical Assistant 11‐LB Ed. Support Professional 13‐6Richard Mancuso Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Paul McElvein Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Brian Milleville Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Kevin O'Connor Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Marie Owens Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Eric Paner Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 11‐4Patrticia Pellien Master Tech Supp Spec 1 11‐8 Master Tech Support Spec 2 13‐5Danielle Piver Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Adrian Ranic Assoc Professor 13‐6 Professor 14‐4Rene Rojas Assoc Professor 13‐7 Professor 14‐5Susan Rothwell Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4James Ruggiero Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Pamela Simmeth Assoc Professor 13‐7 Professor 14‐5Gordon Soderholm Assoc Professor 13‐LB Professor 14‐LBB. David Sylvia Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Christopher Vogt Instructor 9‐7 Asst Prof 11‐4Kathleen Volmer Asst Professor 11‐7 Assoc Prof 13‐4Thomas Wnek Technical Assistant RPT 6‐8 Senior Technical Assistant RPT 9‐4

Section #6 ‐ Emeritus StatusName Title Department Campus Years of Service CategoryJohn Eagan, Ph.D. Professor Business Administration City 47Thamby Ninan‐Adangappuram, Ph.D. Professor Biology South 44.25Susan Theeman Professor Mathematics North 28

Key: Full‐time (FT), Regular Part‐time (RPT), Part‐time (PT), Provisional Full‐time (PRFT), Full‐time Permanent Probationary (FTPP)* Grant Funded** Per FFECC Contract ‐ Adjunct rate is $650 per contact hour. One contact hour equals 15 clock hours of teaching.Note: Background checks were completed on all FT, RPT, and PT employees

June 27, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1437 Subject: Reclassify (1) Talent Manager, FT, SES _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a

need to reclassify (1) Position:

TALENT MANAGER, FT, SES Department: Human Resources

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from deletion of (1) Director of Human Resources, FT, SES;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Board of Trustees has found it advisable to

reclassify the following (1) position:

TALENT MANAGER, FT, SES Department: Human Resources

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, the Board of Trustees approves said title(s) as part of the professional/unclassified service;

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, certified copies of this resolution be forwarded to

the Erie Community College Finance Department. _______________________________________________ Leonard Lenihan, Chair ECC Board of Trustees

June 27, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1439 Subject: Reclassify (1) Director of Applied Learning and Global Engagement, FT, AAEC, JG 13 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a

need to reclassify (1) Position:

DIRECTOR OF APPLIED LEARNING AND GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT, FT, AAECC, JG 13, Department: Student Services

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from deletion of (1) Director of Global Education and International Student Services, FT, AAECC, JG 13


reclassify the following (1) position:

DIRECTOR OF APPLIED LEARNING AND GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT, FT, AAECC, JG 13, Department: Student Services




February 7, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1436 Subject: Create (1) Coordinator of Service Management, AAECC, FT, JG 11 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a

need to create (1) Position:

COORDINATOR OF SERVICE MANAGEMENT, FT, AAECC, JG 11 Department: Information Technology Services

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from deletion of Assistant Software Specialist II, AAECC, JG 10;


create the following (1) position:

COORDINATOR OF SERVICE MANAGEMENT, FT, AAECC, JG 11 Department: Information Technology Services




June 27, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1438 Subject: Create (1) Assistant Project Coordinator of Residential Life, FT, AAECC, JG 9 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a


ASSISTANT PROJECT COORDINATOR OF RESIDENTIAL LIFE, FT, AAECC, JG 9 Department: Student Services

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from vacancy control; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Board of Trustees has found it advisable to


ASSISTANT PROJECT COORDINATOR OF RESIDENTIAL LIFE, FT, AAECC, JG 9 Department: Student Services




June 27, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1435 Subject: Creation of (1) Associate Vice President for Advancement, FT, SES Position _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a


ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENT, FT, SES Department: SUNY Erie Foundation

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from deletion of, Assistant to Executive Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Efficiency, FT, SES position and savings from the Director of Alumni Affairs conversion into the Coordinator position.



ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENT, FT, SES Department: SUNY Erie Foundation

AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, the Board of Trustees approves said title(s) as part of the professional/unclassified service.



February 7, 2019 PERSONNEL RESOLUTION POSITION AUTHORIZATION #1440 Subject: Create (1) Executive Director of Data Analytics, AAECC, FT, JG 15 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS: The Administration of Erie Community College has determined that there is a


EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DATA ANALYTICS, AAECC, FT, JG 15 Department: Administration & Finance

WHEREAS: The funding for this position will come from deletion of Business Analyst-ECC, CSEA, FT, JG 11 and vacancy control



EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DATA ANALYTICS, AAECC, FT, JG 15 Department: Administration & Finance




Name: Final Tally from Provost and School Academic Leaders (Deans of Academics and Vice Provost Health Sciences)

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Emeritus Status Nominations Meeting for Academic Affairs Review in 2018-2019FFECC - Faculty, Librarians or Counselors

AAECC and SES - Administrators

To be considered for ANY Emeritus Status, the nominee must have:• Been employed by ECC for a minimum of 15 years;• Retired in good standing;• Retired within the period of the last two years.

To be considered for Faculty, Counselor, Librarian status, the nominee must have attained the rank of Professor, if he/she retired as instructional faculty.

To be considered for SES/AAECC Administrator status, the nominee must have served the college as an Administrator in a SES and/or AAECC position.

Blank Nomination Forms (for reference):FFECC - Faculty Librarian, CounselorSES/AAECC - Administrator

Completed by Provost prior to review meeting - verified years of service/final title with Human Resources Completed prior to/at meeting

Committee Members: Provost Doug Scheidt's Leadership Team with Student Leaders: Deans of Academics Joanne Colmerauer, Juan Martinez, Jamie Smith, Adiam Tsegai; Vice Provost Health Science P. J. Wiles

Emeritus Status for Faculty, Librarian or Counselor · Nomination Form

Name of nominee:

Address

Job title

College department

John G. Eagan, Ph.D.

Retired as Chair & Professor

Business Administration

Date of retirement from the college August 17, 2018

Name of person submitting this nomination

E-mail address

Phone number

Date of submission

[email protected]

716-270-2643

April 30, 2019

Names and titles of persons who will submit a letter of recommendation in support of the nominee's candidacy for emeritus status to the Office of the Provost (see Guidelines):

1. John Danna, Professor of Physics, North Campus

2. George Kelley, Retired Professor of Business Administration, City Campus

3. Kathleen Denisco, Retired Chair and Professor of Business Administration, North Campus

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April 22, 2019 Douglas M. Scheidt, Ph.D Provost and Executive Vice President North Campus; Gleasner Hall Room 105 6205 Main Street; Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 Subject; Emeritus Status for John G. Eagan, Ph.D.

I am strongly in support of Emeritus Status for John G. Eagan Ph.D. Professor Eagan has been teaching in the Business Administration for more than 47

years. His dedication to classroom instruction is exceptional. For more than ten years he has meet with his Accounting students on a volunteer basis for his students and for no compensation for himself on Saturday mornings to assist his student as a study group. He continues this practice for his students after retirement on a part time basis for no compensation. Professor Eagan has continued his professional growth with a Ph.D. from Capella University in Organization and Management. He has been recognized by receiving the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. He continues to serve as a member of The Academy of Management and as a member of Judges and Police Conference of Erie County. He has received from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Award for his activities sponsored by the University of Texas at Austin. For the more than thirty years he served as the academic advisor for his students and

served his student as Chairperson of the Business Administration, City campus.

For Campus Community Involvement John Eagan was active in the West Side Kiwanis, a deputy on the Scientific Staff of the Erie County (N.Y.) Sheriff's Office, lecturer at the U.S. Small Business Administration's "Show Me the Money" seminar for twenty-two years, and a part time instructor at the Erie County Central Police Academy, and an usher in for church. Beyond any doubt, I recommend Professor John G. Eagan the Status of Emeritus. Thank you for your consideration. p ·~ John Danna, Professor of Physics North Campus 6205 Main Street, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221

April 23, 2019

Erie Community College City Campus 121 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203

RE: Professor Emeritus Status for Dr. John Eagan

To Whom It May Concern:

It is a privilege to write a letter of recommendation for Dr. John Eagan an outstanding professor in the Business Administration unit who has served as Department Chair for many years.

As a retired member of the Business Administration unit, I have known and worked closely with him for 36 years. As a former department chair, John's knowledge and expertise were immensely helpful to me. We worked together to accomplish unit wide Goals and Objectives, Program Review, Curriculum Evaluation and Revision, Faculty Selection, Appointments and Reappointments. His participation and leadership provided invaluable guidance.

Teaching Expertise

Accounting was his primary area of expertise. Many students, including many successful WNY leaders and business people, are indebted to him for his expert teaching. His willingness to help students with Saturday review classes reflects his commitment and generosity to ECC students.

He was awarded the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching and the ACBSP (Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs) Teaching Excellence Award for Region #1. He also obtained a $100,000 Entrepreneurial Grant to assist WNY students in starting business ventures.

Professional Growth

Always a dedicated professional, John is committed to currency and expertise in teaching his subject area, as demonstrated by his membership in the Academy of Management. In addition, NISOC (National Institute for Staff & Organizational Development) at the University of Texas (Austin) conferred on him their Excellence in Professional Growth Award.

Community Service

Actively involved in various community services, he was a Scientific Staff Deputy Sheriff for 37 years. In additional, he lectured sergeants and lieutenants for area police agencies on effective law enforcement management techniques. He is a former President of the West Side Kiwanis Club. For 22 years he frequently lectured for the SBA (Small Business Administration) "Show Me the Money" seminars.

There is no question that Dr. John Eagan should be granted the status of Professor Emeritus and I wholeheartedly make this recommendation. He is very deserving and has demonstrated his commitment to his students, to his profession, to professional growth, to his community, and to Erie Community College.

Sincerely,

Kathleen DeNisco Professor, Business Administration (Retired)

ERIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK

Start Here. Go Anywhere!

April 22, 2019


I highly recommend John Eagan for the status of Emeritus Professor.

I have known John Eagan for over 30 years. John and I taught together at Erie Community College-City Campus. John was universally respected for his work ethic (John has practically perfect attendance over his long and storied career) and his detailed knowledge of business processes. John has taught the required Accounting course over 300 times.

In addition to his excellence as a professor, John has been the head of the ECC-City Campus Business Administration department for decades. Under John's leadership, the department gained a reputation for excellence and innovation.

John Eagan is a deputy sheriff who is engaged in community improvement. He is active in his local Catholic Church and frequently sings with the choir.

In addition, John is an avid investor. Over the years, John's portfolio has grown which allows him to participate in philanthropic causes for the betterment of our Community and our Society as a whole.

John is held in high regard by his colleagues and the education establishment. He is respected by his many students who have gone on to find employment and success.

John Eagan deserves to be awarded the Emeritus Professor position.

Regards, . '-~_frl~-( )<eJ,_QQ_j. -Dr. George Kelley {J Emeritus Professor SUNYErie

City Campus• 121 Ellicott St.• Buffalo, NY 14203 • (716) 851-lECC • Fax: (716) 851-1129 • www.ecc.edu

Telephone: E-Mail:

JOHN G. EAGAN, PH.D. Professor

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledgeable professor with over forty years' experience in instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum and test design principles, and learning theory. Effectively communicates verbally and in writing with students and colleagues. Experienced in principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination and execution. Practiced in economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data. Able to research and identify essential information for projects, grants, instruction and educational pursuits. Successfully identifies nature of problems and resolves.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Erie Community College, Buffalo, New York Full-Time Professor, Business Administration 1971 - 2018 Part Time Professor, Business Administration 2018 - Present Creatively uses all references and resources available to teach Business Administration courses such as Accounting, Quantitative Business Methods, Business Organization, Investments, and Marketing. Effectively conveys ideas and knowledge of current business methods and practices.

• Hired as an instructor September 4, 1971 and granted title of Professor in October, 1980. • Department Chairperson for 36 years. • Participated in seminars for local business owners and entrepreneurs in conjunction with the

Small Business Administration's program Straight Talk for 15 years. • Recipient of the NISOD Award for Outstanding Contribution in Teaching, 2005 • Recognized by SUNY and awarded the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching, 2004 • Awarded Excellence in Teaching for Region I 2003 by the Association of Collegiate Business

Schools and Programs • Received Certified Business Manager recognition through the Association of Professionals in

Business Management in August 2002. • Named Outstanding Tutor/Mentor 2002 at Erie Community College. • Awarded and named Project Director for the E. M. Kauffman Entrepreneurship Grant.

EDUCATION

Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota Ph.D. in Management and Organization

Ohio University, Athens, Ohio Master of Business Administration Concentration in Management

Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Graduated Magna cum Laude Major in Accounting Minors in Business Organization, Economics, Criminal Justice Alpha Kappa Psi, Life Member

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ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

State University o{New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York Instructor, School of Management

Public Employment Relations Board, Albany and Buffalo, New York Research Associate

L. Ivan Hudson, CPA, New Castle, Pennsylvania Staff Accountant

Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio Instructor, Undergraduate Accounting Labs

AFFILIATIONS

Business Administration Dept. Appointments Committee, Chair College-Wide Curriculum Committee, Member I 00 Club of Buffalo, Member West Side Buffalo Kiwanis, Board Member

President Erie County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Sheriff (Scientific Staff) Judges and Police Conference of New York, Life Member Phi Kappa Phi National Honorary Fraternity, Member Academy of Management, Member

AWARDS

Erie Community College Louis J. Billittier Honorary Alumni Award

Marquis Who's Who Named to Who's Who in America

Marquis Who's Who Named to Who's Who in American Education

Chancellor of the State University of New York Chancellor's Excellence in Teaching Award

Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Named One of Eight Outstanding Business Instructors in the World

Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Excellence in Teaching Recipient for Region I (Eight Continental States plus Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands)

Erie Community College Outstanding Mentor/Tutor

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Emeritus Status for Faculty, Librarian or Counselor Nomination Form

Name of nominee: Thamby Ninan-Adangapur PhD

Address

Job title Professor

College department Biology/South

December 2018 Date of retirement from the college

Name of person submitting this nomination Beverly A. Roe, PhD

E-mail address [email protected]

Phone number 716-851-1793

Date of submission April 8, 2019

Names and titles of persons who will submit a letter of recommendation in support of the nominee's candidacy for emeritus status to the Office of the Provost (see Guidelines):

Alfred Stelmach, PhD - Physics /South 1.

2. Donald Gill - Biology /South

3. Helen Singh - Chemistry Chair/South

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EMERITUS STATUS FOR THAMBY NINAN-ADANGAPUR PhD

It is with great pleasure that I not only nominate Dr. Ninan for Emeritus Status but that I also provide a letter of recommendation. I have worked with Dr. Ninan for 39 years. He along with Mary Losi hired me as a full-time faculty member in 1980.

His sincerity and love of teaching are apparent through out the years he taught in the Biology Department at South Campus. He established the department in 1974 when the campus opened and was its sole Biology Department member for 3 years until Mary Losi moved from North to South Campus.

Over the years, he instructed courses in College Biology (Bl 110-117}, Botany (Bl 225-226), Human Biology (Bl 107} and wrote and developed a course in WNY Flora which he taught for many years during the summer. Many of his students were the sons and daughters of previous students.

As the chair of the Biology Department at South Campus, I observed Thamby giving his time and energy to be sure the students learned what they needed to move forward in their chosen paths, be it medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant or biology major. He was always available to help and guide students above and beyond his office hours. He even helped students with problems outside of the day to day college life.

He brought his experience from Roswell Park along with many of his contacts from Roswell who taught as adjuncts over the years.

I highly recommend that Thamby Ninan-Adangapur be awarded the Emeritus Professor Status.

~.--ie Communib' Colleae South Campus* 4041 Southwestern Blvd. * Orchard Park, N.Y. 14127-2199

(716)-851-1ECC * www.ecc.edu

Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President Erie Community College - N011h Campus GI 05 6205 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221

Dear Executive Vice President,

April 8, 2019

This letter is being submitted to support Emeritus Status for Dr. Thamby Ninan-Adangapur. Dr. Ninan is a recent retiree, of the Biology Depai1ment, from Erie Community College - South Campus. His dedication and professional performance places him into a special category that only a select few achieve. Recognition, for the many years of excellence, would assure him that he will always be remembered for his dedication and many years of service.

When I began teaching nearly 20 years ago, I was fortunate to be introduced to Dr. Ninan. He maintained a hectic schedule of both day and evening courses. I observed a unique relationship between him and his students. He spent countless hours, after class, clarifying everything from botany to zoology. His patience and soft spoken approach placed his audience at ease. I witnessed student after student approach him with issues of biology, advisement, and, occasionally, oflife. Dr. Ninan ' s passion for education extended beyond the classroom. He was a mentor to many.

Sincerely,

Donald W. Gill Jr. M.S. Ed

Associate Professor

S t ar t H ere. Go A n yw h ere !

April 12, 2019

Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President Erie Community College Notih Campus, Room G 105 6205 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221

Dear Selections Committee:

It is with great pleasure that I am writing this letter to suppo1i the candidacy of Dr. Thamby Ninan for Emeritus Status.

As a Professor of Biology at the South Campus for forty-five years, Dr. Ni nan emigrated from Kerala, India fifty-one years ago. He earned a Ph.D. in Biology from Michigan State University. One of Dr. Ninan ' s courses included field trips to various W.N.Y. sites for the study of flora. As an example, his lecture class visited an interesting bog in Wyoming County, where carnivorous plants grow.

In the summer of 1992, Dr. Ninan was selected for a National Science Foundation fellowship to study advanced cloning techniques at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory of James Watson. Drs. James Watson and Francis Crick are famous for winning the Nobel Prize in Science which involved proposing the structure of the DNA molecule.

In the fall of 1993 , Professor Ninan received a three year $80,000 grant from the National Cancer Institute. His research involved developing a test to verify carcinogens in humans utilizing a bacterial format.

Based upon these statements, there are no reservations on my behalf that Dr. Thamby Ni nan should be awarded Emeritus Status.

Sincerely,

Alfred A. Stelmach, Ph.D. Professor of Physics

South Campus • 4041 Southwestern Blvd. • Orchard Park, NY 14127 • (716) 851-lECC • Fax: (716) 851-1629 • www.ecc.edu

Start H e re, Go A ny where!

April 17, 2019

To whom it may concern:

It is with great pleasure that I nominate Dr. Ninan Thamby for the Emeritus Status award. I support his candidacy for his outstanding commitment to the service of his students.

First of all, he was always there for his students. Dr. Ninan was available to the students during office hours, non-office hours, lunch, in the halls, and even at the Mckinley Mall when he was

performing his every day walking exercises. Dr. Ninan was always available to represent the biology department at ECC open house events. He enjoyed the event so much that his was the first member of the department to volunteer.

His teaching style was loved by students. Thamby's teaching technique kept the students on task

at all times. Dr. Ninan used the chalk-and-talk method, simple but effective. This teaching

method allowed the students to pay full attention to the lecture. When passing by his classroom I was able to see his amazing diagrams and his clear hand writing. His notes and diagrams would

expand the entire length of the two boards. His passion for teaching was demonstrated by just looking at his hands and clothes covered with chalk. His diagrams were done with precision and care, showing specific details of the organisms studied. This traditional teaching method used by Dr. Ninan helped the students to stay on task, listen carefully, and learn to take notes effectively.

These skills are essential especially for students transferring to a 4 year college.

As a dedicated teacher who cared for his student, Dr. Ninan knew the importance of using different techniques to enhance learning. Through years of teaching experience Dr. Ninan found

another way to make the learning of biological concepts fun and exciting because he went outside of the classroom.

Dr. Ninan took his classes on several field trips. Through this teaching method, Dr. Ninan

encouraged student to work together, to ask question, think critically, socialize, communicate, and have fun. Hands on activities provided the students with better understanding of topics

discussed in class. This established teaching technique brought abstract biological concepts to life. Field trips provided valuable and memorable experiences to his students.

South Campus • 4041 Southwestern Boulevard • Orchard Park, NY 14 127 • (71 6) 851-IECC • Fax (7 16) 85 1-1629 • www.ecc.edu

S tart Here, Go Anywhere!

Dr. Ninan is respected by his students and fellow faculty for his professionalism. He is a hardworking, generous, kind, humble, and knowledgeable professor. For all the reasons

mentioned above, it is with great honor that I nominate my South Campus colleague, Dr.

Thamby Ninan for the Emeritus Status award. Should you need any fmther information feel free to contact me at 716 270-5336 or at [email protected].

Respectfully yours,

Yolanda E. Lugo Professor Biology Department

ECC South Campus

South Campus • 4041 Southwestern Boulevard • Orchard Park, NY 14127 • (7 16) 85 1-IECC • Fax (716) 851-1629 • www.ecc.edu

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New Delhi, India New Mexico Highlands University

Las Ve·Jas, New Mexico University of Flo::ida ·

Gainesville, Florida Michigan State University

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U. S. Dept. of Agricuiture at the Crop Science Dept., Mich. State Univ., E. lansing, Mich.

Huntington College Huntington, Indiana

Lansing Community College Lansing, Mich.

Roswell Park Memorial Institute

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Publications:

Title; DescripL: Professor: Research Ass 't. Dr. M.S. Swaminatli

Grad. Teach. Ass't. Dr. L. Shields

Research Ass 't. Dr. A • T • Wallace

Graduate Instructor Dr. I. W. Knobloch General Botany Plant Taxonomy Plant Morphology Aquatic Plants

ResearchAss't. Dr. I. W.Knobloch Mexican fems

Res. Ass't. + taught Dr. G. B. Wilson graduate Cytoloqy laboratory Postdoctoral fellow Dr. D. Smith,J1

Genetics of resistance in wheat and

barley to the Cerea-1 Leaf Beetle. Ass't. Professor Dr. Robert Hale

Dept. of Biolo9y Ass't. Professor Dr. David Shull

Dept. of Biology Research Scientist Dr. A. Banerjee

1. Effects of Virus Infection in Capsicum; Genetica XX.X, 1959, 63-69. 2. Meiotic Behavior .in Bougainvillea- Varieti3s; Journal of India Botanical Society, Vol.XXXVIII,

No. 1, 1959 3. Chromosomes of the Cereal Leaf Beetle, Jnurnal of Herecli1Y, Vol. 59, No, 6, 1968. 4. Chromosome Breakage by Ethylenimines and Related Compounds, Genetica 40:103-119, l9G<J. S. Pan panlscus Y chromosome does not fluoresce, Journal of Heredity, Vol. 62,No. 4,1971.

6. The Cytology of Some Sµecies of the Genus Notholuena, American Tournal of Botany Vol G11 No.1,1973. -~----- _, •

7. Characterization of Rhesus monkey lung cell lines, Chro.Illosome Newsletter, 1973 NOV 1 2 ,97 .

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Institution: St. Aloysius High School,Kerala ,India American College, Madurai, India L0yola College, Madras Univ., India Aligarh Univ., Aligarh, U.P., India

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Education Dates attended:

1944-48

Telephone Number: Arcc1 Code: 71.6

Majors+ Minors: Degree: Diploma

Natural Science Intermediate Bot.,Chem.,Zoo. B.Sc. Botany M.Sc.

N. M. Highlands Univ., Las Vegas, N .M. Michigan State Univ., E. Lansing, Mich.

1948-50 1950-52 1952-54 19 60-61 19 61-67

Botany (taught,no Ph.D.offered) Botany + Cytogenetics Ph.D.

Work Experience:

Place of Employment: Indian Agricultural Research Institute

New Delhi, India New Mexico Highlands University

Las Vegas, New Mexico University of Florida,

Gainesville, Florida Michigan State University

Ea st l.ansin;r, Mich.

U. S. Dept. of Agriculture at the Crop Science Dept., Mich. State Univ., E. Lansing, Mich.

Hunti_ngton College Huntington, Indiana

Lansing Community College Lansing, Mich.

Roswell Park Memorial Institute

.,Jates: 1955-58

19 60-61

19 61 (summer) 1961-65

19 65-66

19 65-67

1967-68

1968-71

1971-72

1972-Springville I.a boratories, Springville, N. Y.

Publications:

Title; Descrip,: Professor: R~seurch Ass 't. Dr. M .s. Swaminath

Grad. Teach. Ass't. Dr. L. Shields

Research Ass 't. Dr. A • T • Wallace

Graduate Instructor Dr. I. W. Knobloch General Botany Plant Taxonomy Plant Morphology Aquatic Plants

ResearchAss't. Dr. I. ·.w.Knobloch Mexican ferns

Res. Ass't. + taught Dr. G. B. Wilson graduate Cytology laboratory Postdoctoral fello·,,v Dr. D. Smith ,Ji

Genetics of. resistance in wheat and

· barley to the Cereal Leaf Beetle. Ass't. Professor Dr. Robert Hale

Dept. of Biology Ass't. Professor Dr. David Shull

Dept. of Biology Research Scientist Dr. A. Banerjee

1. Effects of Virus Infection in Capsicum; Genetica XXX 1 19 .59, 63-69. 2. Meiotic Behavior in Bougainvillea Varieti2s; Journal of India Botanical SocieJy, Vol.XXXVIII,

No. 1, 1959 3. Chromosomes of the Cereal Leaf Beetle, .Jr)11rnul of Heredity, Vol. 59, No. 6, 1968. 4. Chromosome Breakage by Ethylenimines and JI.elated Compounds, Genetica 40 :103-119, 19 69 5. Pan paniscus Y chromosome does not fluoresce, Journal of Heredli.Y..i Vol. 62,No. 4,1971.

6. The Cytology of Some Species of the Genus Notholaena, American Journal of Botany,Vol.6l No. 1, 1973.

7 • Characterization of Rhesus monkey lung cell lines, Chromosome Nev\·slQttcr, 197 3. ,mv 1 2 191

Emeritus Status for Faculty, Librarian or Counselor Nomination Form

Nominee Information:

Name Susan Theeman

Job title Professor College unit (department) Mathematics/Computer Science

Date of retirement from college _A_u_g_u_s_t_2_0_1_8 ____________ _

Submitter of nomination

Name Gail Butler

E-mail address [email protected]

Phone number 851 -1485

Date of submission May 17' 2019

Names and titles of persons who will submit a letter of recommendation in support of the nominee's candidacy for emeritus status to the appropriate Provost or EVP Office (see Guidelines):

1. Gail Butler; Professor

2 _ Diane Zych; Professor Emeritus

Mark Marino; Associate Professor 3.

Important Reminder: Nominee's resume is required (see Guidelines)

State University of New York

May 15, 2019

To: Dr. Douglas Scheidt, Provost' and Executive Vice President

I am writing this letter in support of Professor Susan Theeman's nomination for Emeritus Status. I was Susan's colleague for more than fourteen years which offered me the opportunity to consistently observe her work ethic of the highest standard, her dedication to _her students, her love of teaching and her devotion to enhancing the Mathematics/Computer Science department.

Susan served in numerous department roles during her tenure at ECC. Among these are Department Chair, Computer Science Committee Chair, Distance Learning Committee Chair, and the list continues. She was very involved in discussing relevant topics for each of these during department meetings.

In addition to these departmental roles, Susan was also extremely active in college wide committees during her time at ECC. She served as College Senator, Facilities Committee representative, Campus Ministry facilitator and Distance Learning Committee member. The list of her activities and participation is quite extensive as it was a priority for her to not merely teach students, but to contribute to the college as a whole in many different ways.

In all of these roles, Susan worked tirelessly as an advocate for both students and faculty members. She consistently demonstrated fairness, consideration, and persistence in striving to obtain the best possible outcome for the situation at hand. Students in her courses were always guaranteed her time and attention during office hours or any time that she could schedule them in for extra help. Faculty members benefited from her expertise in navigating any situation that arose at the college. Students also benefited from her unending participation in committees that would ultimately improve their education and the college as a whole.

In addition to working with students on mathematics and computer science topics, Susan also devoted a considerable amount of time advising and mentoring students, both the majors assigned to her and the students in her courses. She went above and beyond in this role, advising during START sessions and consistently making herself available to determine the best possible choices for each student. If a student was struggling with course work, she would engage them in conversations to ascertain the reasons why and try to help as well as offer time in addition to office hours to help students be successful.

North Campus I 6205 Main Street I Williamsville, NY 14221 I 716-851-1322 I www.ecc.edu


Many of Susan's colleagues observed her interactions with students and her outstanding classroom instruction and therefore nominated her for the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching, which she received during her tenure at ECC.

Professional development was also a priority with Susan. She attended many conferences and workshops including the annual NYSMATYC (New York State Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges) statewide conference. Others include multiple distance learning workshops, AMATYC, ITT, and the Mathematics Unit retreats. She would encourage others to attend and would always share her experiences with the department.

I firmly believe that Susan Theeman is a deserving candidate for Emeritus status. She has always exemplified what teaching is all about and was a role model for other faculty and our department. Erie Community College students are fortunate to have had such an outstanding teacher. The Mathematics/Computer Science Department was lucky to have had her as a dedicated member and most certainly feel a loss that she is not continuing with contributions on a daily basis. It is with pleasure that I nominate her for Emeritus status.

Gail Butler, Ph.D. Professor, Mathematics/CS Department North Campus

North Campus / 6205 Main Street / Williamsville, NY 14221 / 716-851-1322 / www.ecc.edu

March 27, 2019


It is with great pride that I support the nomination of Professor Sue Theeman for Professor Emeritus Status.

When she retired in August of 2018, Professor Theeman taught full-time at Erie Community College in the Mathematics/Computer Science Department of the North Campus for thirty years. During her tenure, Sue demonstrated a keen interest in the education of college students through her teaching and her interaction with students in and out of the classroom.

Professor Theeman taught developmental math courses, college algebra and the introductory computer science course. Her motivation and drive were exceptional. She always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility and ambition.

Professor Theeman was an outstanding faculty member. She improved the mathematics and computer science curriculum and strived to ensure that the academic standards remain intact. Through her efforts, the Mathematics/Computer Science Department thrived. Students felt that Professor Theeman really cared about them and about being the best teacher she could be.

When the need arose, Sue made the commitment to take the appropriate computer science courses that were necessary to teach CS 101. There was a shortage of teachers and she decided to help the department in this area. Sue also taught distance learning courses. She attended numerous workshops and the blackboard training to become proficient in the on-line delivery method. Her knowledge and willingness to help students led to increased retention. In addition, Sue taught Advanced Studies math courses at area high schools.

Professor Theeman is an excellent teacher. She always had time to help students. Student evaluations indicate that Professor Theeman is a knowledgeable instructor who cares about her students. She would spend time between and after classes in the computer lab to help not only her students, but others who needed direction. Many times you would find Sue in her office with a student way after her classes had ended.

Professional Development was a priority to Sue. She has attended numerous workshops and conferences over the years including the ITT Conferences, NYSMATYC, AMATYC, SUNY CIT, and the STC2014. Her desire to improve and always better herself was an example to others. She would often encourage colleagues to attend with her.

Sue served on many committees in the department, the unit and the college. For example, she was chair of the Mathematics/Computer Science Department, chaired the Computer Science Committee and was an active member of the Department Developmental and Distance Learning Committees. College-wide she served on the College Senate, the Distance Learning Committee and the Facilities Committee. Professor Theeman also worked very hard for Campus Ministry at the Neuman Center. In addition Sue worked on the GAP Retention sub-committee looking at the colleges New Student Orientation Program, START, CITC Committee, did advising for General Studies, and served as a senator on the College Senate. Her involvement and tireless contributions was a driving force in student retention. All were done to the best of her abilities and all of it was for the students and the college.

In 2015 Professor Theeman received the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. Her dedication and excellent teaching was duly acknowledged in this well-deserved and prestigious award.

It has been a privilege to work with Professor Sue Theeman. She is a great inspiration as a teacher and is very deserving of the Professor Emeritus status. We have been very fortunate to have had Professor Theeman in the Mathematics/CS department.

Sincerely,

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(A/2'12.10 !J/ J~e~ Diane M. Zych Professor Emeritus Mathematics/Computer Science Department North Campus


May 15, 2019


I am delighted to support the nomination of Professor Susan Theeman for Professor Emeritus Status at SUNY Erie. Before retiring in August 2018, Professor Theeman taught in the Mathematics/Computer Science Department for thirty years. She was a tenured faculty member of the department who always put the needs and education of students first and foremost. I have been routinely impressed with her commitment and dedication to the students of SUNY Erie. She personifies all of the qualities sought for Professor Emeritus Status.

I feel it is important to contextualize my assessment of Professor Theeman. During her many years at the college, she taught developmental mathematics, college algebra and introductory computer science courses. She was a strong role model to her colleagues and students in her courses. When I was hired as a full-time instructor in 2006, I started teaching CS 101: Computer Literacy. Professor Theeman had many years of successful experience teaching this course. She provided me with a wealth of her teaching resources and tools which helped me to succeed when I began my full-time teaching career. She spent a significant amount of time sharing her innovative instructional strategies and techniques that have ultimately improved the delivery of our CS 101 course at SUNY · Erie. She is always willing to share her knowledge with colleagues in the field.

Professor Theeman is deeply committed to teaching and students. She was honored with prestigious 2015 SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching and the NISOD Award. Professor Theeman is very enthusiastic and passionate about teaching. She is conscientious, organized, and well prepared for class. She is concerned about individual students and their development. She is also readily available to students. She is very willing to spend the extra effort to help struggling students understand the concepts and material. Students felt welcome in her office; they are not afraid to ask her questions. Professor Theeman could often be found oncampus after hours working with students on coursework, advising and helping them meet their academic goals that they sought by attending SUNY Erie.

In the department, Professor Theeman exhibited outstanding professional growth. She was actively involved as a member of department course groups, department, unit, and college-wide committees. She took on leadership roles in many of these committees over the years. These included the Computer Science, Developmental and Advisement Committees. At the college level Professor Theeman served on the College Senate as a representative and vice-chair, Facilities Committee, the Distance Learning Committee, was chair of the Newman Center Committee, served as a General Studies Advisor and participated in the START Orientation Program. She also served as Department Chair of the Mathematics/Computer Science Department at North Campus for three years. Her main goal was always to help students and do whatever it took to make their experience and the college successful.

Professor Theeman positively represented SUNY Erie in a variety of capacities outside of the college. She was an active member in a variety of professional organizations and regularly attended academic conferences. I had the opportunity to attend some conferences with her and she was always willing to share the best practices that she learned with her colleagues. She was always seeking new and innovative ideas to enhance her teaching through local, state and national organizations such as NYSMATYC, AMATYC, SUNY CIT and many others. Professor Theeman always felt that continuing to learn new things was important to the teaching process and she was an inspiration to those around her.

Furthermore, Professor Theeman has a very positive and lasting impact on students. She inspires students to excel in her courses as well as their other courses. She always promotes critical reading, thinking and writing in all of her courses .. She affects students' educational and career goals and achievements. She has tailored the assignments in her courses such that a student in any major/field can benefit from them.

Professor Theeman clearly was a very valuable asset to the SlJNY Erie academic. community. It is truly a pleasure · and it has been a real inspiration to work with her. She has my highest endorsement for Professor Emeritus Status. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.

Mark R. Marino Associate Professor of Mathematics & Computer Science SUNY Erie Community College 6205 Main Street 249B Kittinger Hall Williamsville, NY 14221 Phone: (716) 270-5967 Fax: (716) 851-1268 E-mail: [email protected]

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Susan S. Theeman

Amherst, New York 14226

State University of New York at Buffalo Masters Degree - Mathematics Instruction

SUNY Erie Community College Associates Degree - Ophthalmic Dispensing

Canisius College Batchelor of Arts - Mathematics and Mathematics Education

Advisor (part-time) - SUNY Erie Community College General Studies Department North Campus START

Professor - SUNY Erie Community College Mathematics/Computer Science Department North Campus

Chair - SUNY Erie Community College Mathematics/Computer Science Department North Campus

Adjunct Professor - SUNY Erie Community College Mathematics/Computer Science Department North Campus

Adjunct Professor- SUNY Erie Community College Ophthalmic Dispensing Department

Lecturer - Gifted Mathematics Program State University of New York at Buffalo

WNY Sales Representative and Consultant Part-time Contact Lens Sales Associated Contacts, Inc., Sarasota, FL

Vice President, Ophthalmic Dispenser, Contact Lens Practitioner Robert Optical Inc., Snyder, NY Began as a receptionist and optical and contact lens assistant advancing to a licensed practitioner

Secondary Mathematics Teacher Hamburg Central Junior High School Sacred Heart Academy

Adjunct - Villa Maria College Mathematics Department

CERTIFICATIONS Certified New York State Secondary Mathematics Teacher New York State Licensed Ophthalmic Dispenser New York State Licensed Contact Lens Practitioner Certified Optician - American Board of Opticianry

1982

1976

1975

Current Current

1989 to 2018

2012 to 2015

1989

1988 to 1989

1983 to 1989

1988 to 1994

1967 to 1987

1979-80 1978-79

1976-77

Susan S. Theeman

Amherst, New York 14226

ORGANIZATIONS New York State Society of Opticians

COMMUNITY

&

VOLUNTEER WORK

Current member, former chapter treasurer, and former director

National Academy of Opticianry - Fellow and current member

New York State Mathematics Association of Two-Year Colleges - member 1987 to 2018

Association of Mathematics Teachers of New York State-member Campus Ministry/Interfaith - SUNY Erie Community College Campus 'Ministry Club Advisor

Current

St. Joseph University Church - parishioner & volunteer at various activities Current and campus ministry Former

St. Benedict Church - former parishioner

St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute- former parent volunteer

Holy Angels Academy - former parent volunteer

St. Benedict Home and School Association -Former officer, member, and chair of several activities

St. Benedict School Extended Day Program -Founder and former voluntary director