Committees

Committee on Inclusion and Belonging

Chaired by Lisa Brooks / Board Liaison B. Stephen Carpenter ll
Committee Participant Roster

Vision: The Committee on Inclusion and Belonging develops goals and guiding principles that support fine arts deans and executive arts administrators in fostering environments where all individuals can thrive and contribute fully within ICfAD and at their institutions. The Committee seeks to identify and expand access  to participation and belonging while advancing opportunities for engagement, growth, and leadership among arts administrators across varied backgrounds and perspectives. ICfAD affirms its ongoing commitment to a culture of respect, access, and accountability within higher education and the arts.

Term: The Chairperson is respectfully requested to serve a two-year term. Committee members are encouraged to reflect on and self-assess their effectiveness on an annual basis.

Goals

• Identify an expert or panel of experienced thought leaders in inclusive leadership and belonging to facilitate at least one online discussion or presentation annually.
• Identify an expert or panel of experienced thought leaders in inclusive leadership and belonging to facilitate one presentation for ICfAD’s Annual Conference.
• Routinely gather and share information about how member institutions are cultivating environments of inclusion and access and update the ICfAD website to serve as a resource hub for members.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Development Committee to advance the mentoring and professional growth of higher education arts administrators representing a wide range of experiences and perspectives.

Suggested Additional Activities

• Partner with other professional associations and organizations to strengthen shared efforts that support inclusive excellence and access to opportunities in the arts.

Global Connections Committee

Chaired by Amir Berbic / Board Liaison Andrew Davis
Committee Participant Roster 

Vision: The Global Connections Committee is dedicated to the connection and enhancement of a worldwide community of arts executives in higher education. The Committee cultivates and nurtures working relationships between international arts institutions and organizations that advance common goals of global discussion and collaboration. The Committee strives to engender genuine understanding and appreciation of the arts in cultures from around the world.

Term: The Chairperson is respectfully requested to serve a two-year term. Committee members are encouraged to self-assess their effectiveness on an annual basis.

Goals

• working with professional associations and organizations globally
• partner in directing and providing at least one online discussion with international colleagues annually
• plan and facilitate one presentation with international colleagues for ICfAD’s Annual Conference
• routinely meet to discuss possible new programming which encourages opportunities for international engagement for ICfAD members

Suggested Additional Activities

• seek information about member institution arts unit’s relationships with institutions abroad
• update the database tracking this information used to extend invitations to in-person conferences and meetings
• work with the ICfAD Executive Director to plan and accompany and lead ICfAD members in International Symposiums and Global Seminars
• monitor the changing dynamics of arts in higher education from a global perspective and develop member programs for collaborative discussion
• facilitate deans’ and executive arts administrators’ ability to participate in international programming offered by ICfAD

Leadership Development Committee

Chaired by Todd Jokl / Board Liaison Peg Faimon
Committee Participant Roster

Vision: The Leadership Development Committee strives to inspire enthusiasm for leadership opportunities in the arts in higher education while providing networking, mentoring, and learning experiences related to leadership and arts management. Committee goals include identifying critical issues facing arts administrators; assisting members in developing and enhancing their leadership abilities; and addressing challenges facing university arts faculty and staff; supporting those already serving in leadership roles; and nurturing those just starting their leadership trajectory.

Term: The Chairperson is respectfully requested to serve a two-year term. Committee members are encouraged to self-assess their effectiveness on an annual basis.

Goals

• oversee the development and presentation of ICfAD’s Leadership Development Workshop annually
• in addition to the Leadership Development Workshop, identify an expert or panel of experienced thought leaders in leadership development to facilitate at least one online discussion or presentation annually
• identify an expert or panel of experienced thought leaders in leadership development to facilitate one presentation for ICfAD’s Annual Conference
• working with the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Committee, promote the development and mentoring of higher education administrators of diverse backgrounds

Suggested Additional Activities

• partner with other professional associations and organizations developing online leadership development discussions and programs
• develop discussions and programs benefiting various constituencies – new chairs and directors, deans, founding deans, etc.
• provide mentoring programs for those who are considering transitioning or have recently transitioned into administrative roles in arts higher education
• meet with first-time conference attendees to prepare them to take full advantage of ICfAD conference opportunities for learning and networking
• facilitate re-connecting opportunities for alumni of ICfAD’s Leadership Development Workshop