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Committees

International Committees

The following committees exist to support and advance the internationalization efforts at Radford University. If you are interested in participating in a committee, please contact the person listed in the committee.

Education Abroad Advisory Council (EAAC)

Responsibilities of the EAAC

The purpose of Education Abroad Advisory Council (EAAC) is to review and make recommendations regarding study abroad proposals for faculty-led programs. The committee:

  • Assess proposed programs for compliance with University policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate the quality and overall structure of the proposed program.
  • Recommend the approval or rejection of proposed education abroad programs to the Assistant Provost for Global Education and Engagement.

If the Assistant Provost for Global Education and Engagement agrees with the recommendation, the proposal will be sent for approval through the appropriate channels according to University policy. 

Membership Composition

Members of the EAAC:

  • Must have experience with international education or be involved in the operations and logistics of a program abroad.
  • Will be appointed to a 3-year term but may be rotated off prior to the end of their term for lack of attendance or participation. They may also be re-appointed.
  • Are  appointed by the Assistant Provost for Global Education and Engagement.

The following departments and divisions may be represented on the EAAC:

  • McGlothlin Center for Global Education and Engagement (represented by the Education Abroad Coordinator as Chair of the EAAC)
  • Artis College of Science and Technology
  • College of Education and Human Development
  • College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Visual and Performing Arts
  • Davis College of Business and Economics
  • Waldron College of Health and Human Services
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Office of the Registrar
  • Office of the Bursar
  • Highlander Success Center
  • Provost's Office

Meetings

The EAAC convenes as needed to review faculty-led program proposals and conducts business via email, Zoom or in-person as necessary. The time commitment should not exceed 10 hours per semester.

Contact

Please contact Ismael Betancourt, Assistant Provost for Global Education and Engagement, at ibetancourtvelez@radford.edu with any questions. 

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