Cultural Events Council

Purpose: The purpose of the Cultural Events Council is to enrich the college and community through the planning, promoting, and facilitating of a year-round events and entertainment series (ā€œMVCC Campus Eventsā€) that reflects and enhances diverse interests, strengthens learning opportunities, and increases the Collegeā€™s exposure within the Community at-large.

Charter Sponsor: Presidentā€™s Cabinet

Charter Contact: Vice President for Administrative Services

Timeline: Standing

Membership (length of term for members if applicable)
 Ā·        Member of Events and Guest Services appointed by the President, Co-Chair (Standing): Erica Carrock

Ā·        Member of Events and Guest Services appointed by the Dean of the Rome Campus and Community Outreach, Co-Chair (Standing): Bella Popowski

Ā·        Member Student Services and Residence Life appointed by Vice President for Student Affairs (Standing): Deā€™Anna Hopkinson

Ā·        Chair of International Initiatives Committee (Standing): Carolyn West Pace

Ā·        Member of the Faculty appointed by the Vice President of Learning and Academic Affairs: Jed Kimball

Ā·        Member of the Faculty appointed by the Vice President of Learning and Academic Affairs: Melissa Barlett

Ā·        Member of the Faculty appointed by the Vice President of Learning and Academic Affairs: Dustin Swiss

Ā·        At Large appointed by Program Board Director: Program Board Director

DOES
 Ā·        Solicit programming ideas from students, faculty, and staff.

Ā·        In coordination with Student Activities and Engagement, develop Cultural events, including a variety of diverse international events, entertainment, and activities. 

Ā·        Coordinate with the Office of Marketing and Communications to market Cultural Events as appropriate.

Ā·        Coordinate with Academic Affairs to plan events that integrate/support curricular goals.

DOES NOT
 Ā·         Make decisions; determine policy; discuss contractual issues.

GUIDING POINTS
 Ā·        Keep the College mission, with an emphasis on the student experience, front and center.

Ā·        Maintain a diverse array of offerings at both the Utica and Rome campuses.

Ā·        Consider all employee and affinity groups with regards to inclusivity.

Revised 10.3.2023