Executive Committee

• review council operating guidelines and committee responsibilities annually
• assign committee members to each of the NAC committees
• consult with dean when considering new council members
• orient new members
• develop meeting agenda and meet between council meetings when necessary

Academic Affairs Committee

• create activities to connect faculty with alumni and friends
• identify guest lecturers
• coordinate mini-grant selection process
• assist with academic projects within the college

Development Committee

• identify and evalute prospects
• assist in solicitations and stewardship
• host donor events and receptions
• assist with the creation and review of the development strategic work plan
• assist in identifying long-term funding priorities (i.e., scholarships, facilities)

External Relations Committee

• provide and solicit feedback on events held within the college
• cultivate alumni involvement through communications and events
• improve relations with parents and friends
• cultivate involvement in intern and mentoring programs
• solicit/provide ideas/feedback for college publications and web site
• develop regional alumni events
• provide suggestions/feedback regarding college communications (i.e., publications, Web site)

Internal Relations Committee

• strengthen the relationship between the NAC and COE personnel
• identify opportunities for advisory council members to better integrate in college efforts
• identify projects and opportunities for advisory council members to participate in through college/department committees