Academic Affairs

The Office of Academic Affairs provides oversight and leadership for all credit-bearing academic programs, instruction, and support services at all College locations, including online.  

Activities and areas of responsibility include oversight of curriculum, planning, budget administration, staffing, professional development for faculty and professional staff, development of degree and certificate programs, and various professional accreditations.

The fundamental goal of the Office of Academic Affairs is to promote student learning by fostering excellence in teaching and an environment that promotes individual students to develop into critical thinkers and autonomous learners.

 

Program List Creation

60% completed

A list of all of the academic programs available at Bristol is being compiled and reviewed; the goal of this project is to ensure consistency and accuracy in the information provided to various reporting agencies and that any changes to requirements, curriculum, etc. are made as necessary.

 

Academic Freedom Policy

40% completed

The Academic Affairs office is driving the adoption of a shared policy on Academic Freedom to ensure adequate faculty protection of first amendment related rights in the classroom.

 

Dean, Behavioral & Social Sciences and Education

0% completed

The Dean of Behavioral & Social Sciences and Education will provide senior-level vision, leadership and administrative direction for Behavioral & Social Science and Education and oversee all programs within the area.

 

CPL ACE Alignment with JST

30% completed

We have identified which programs students with JST are pursuing and initiated contact with faculty members about the review process.

 

Equity Commitment

Bristol Community College's academic programs strive to provide equitable educational opportunities to all students and create a sense of belonging. We engage students in rigorous learning, striving to transform attitudes and beliefs to position our students to become agents of change and serve as leaders in our communities.

 

Helpful Links & Forms

• Academic Calendars
• Academic Directory
• Academic Policies
• Commonwealth Honors Program‌
• Course Catalogs
• Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
• Student Handbook

 

Academic Affairs Contact Information

 

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