Academic Affairs

The Academic Affairs Office of Carlow University is guided by a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to supporting our students, faculty, and staff. This team, known as the Academic Council, has responsibility for the university’s academic affairs across the Main Campus, Westmoreland, and Cranberry locations as well as online programs. The Academic Council commits to working with all university stakeholders in a transparent and collaborative manner. The council is committed to the strategic initiatives and goals of the university and seeks to perform our duties in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy.

Services offered:

• Oversight of educational matters
• Development of initiatives and strategies across the University

Academic Council

The Academic Council consists of the following members:

Matthew E. Gordley, PhD Interim Provost & Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Rhonda Maneval, PhD, DEd, RN, ANEF, FAAN Interim Provost & Dean of the College of Health and Wellness

Jason Krall, MBA Associate Provost for Online & Academic Operations

Nicole Ravas, MFA Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Finance and Business Development, Interim Vice President for Operations, and Academic Affairs

Margaret Sullivan, MBA Business Manager for Academic Affairs

Aimee Zellers, PhD Interim Associate Provost

Academic Council +

The Academic Council is supported by a complementary team of professionals who serve in a variety of roles at the university. The team known as the AC+ team provides insight into areas such as the library, teaching, technology, data, and student affairs to name only a few. This valuable connection enables the Academic Council to make informed decisions.

Edith Cook, PhD Senior Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Nancy Jacqmin, PhD Director of Course Scheduling and Analytics

Alexis Smith Macklin, PhD Executive Director of the Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning and Office of Student Retention

Liz McClintock, MFA University Registrar

Timothy P. Phillips, PhD Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students

Howard A. Stern, PhD, MA, MPA, MSIS Professor, MBA Program Director, Director of The Center for 21st Century Innovation and Workforce Development

Academic Affairs Purpose Statement

The Office of Academic Affairs provides leadership to promote excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service by supporting the work of faculty and fostering student learning. Grounded in Mercy values and a commitment to shared governance, Academic Affairs focuses on achieving institutional effectiveness through the work of faculty and staff.