The University has yet to attain its goal for the new Continuing Education Center to become self-sustaining and revenue producing. Without authority to operate some of the programs originally envisioned as components of its portfolio, however, attainment of that goal appears problematic. Moreover, considerable confusion persists regarding the relationship of Continuing Education to the College-centered programs. At the very least, collaboration between the Center and the Colleges with strong “continuing education” programs appears essential for the development of non-threatening and mutually beneficial partnerships to promote the University’s aspirations. Achieving that outcome will require clear direction and priorities from the University (page 37-38; see rec 7 and 9).

In sum, the Committee found no evidence of the institutional assignment of responsibility for advanced approval and subsequent monitoring of Continuing Education and Special Learning activities, programs, or courses offered for academic credit. The Curriculum Council has approval responsibility for degrees, certificates, and program changes. However, the approval of Continuing Education and Special Learning activities does not appear to fall within its purview. The University must assign that responsibility explicitly (page 38; see rec 7, 9 and 10).