Student independence and self-sufficiency that includes the learning and perpetuation of the Dakota language and culture is the CCCC mission. All CCCC employees must know, understand, and practice the fulfillment of our mission. We are here to serve our students and to do that work in a respectful and professional manner. CCCC serves the Spirit Lake Dakota reservation community.
The work of CCCC is accomplished by a committee structure with the goal of continuous institutional improvement. The noted committees are not the only working groups, as each of the various programs at CCCC (library, faculty, CTE, adult learning, Land Grant, Head Start, etc.) have a committee or advisory board to guide that work.
All CCCC employees are welcomed to attend and participate on any committee. Committee Chairs, please see that your meetings are posted on the monthly CCCC calendar. Committee work is documented electronically and shared with all CCCC employees to assure strong communication and cooperation – that we work collaboratively toward the success of CCCC students but also in following the strategic plan. Committee meeting notes or minutes are to be submitted to the President’s (Ann Wadsworth) and IT (Stuart Young) offices for record keeping. Each committee selects its Chair and a Recording Secretary, who provides the notes or minutes.
Leadership Committee –integrates the work of all committees to planning and budgeting; monitors progress of strategic plan priorities; develops plans for resource development; oversees all reporting requirements including enrollment management and accreditation status toward ongoing institutional improvement; and leads internal communications toward faculty/staff cooperation and understanding. President Lindquist serves as Chair. | |
| Cynthia Lindquist, Chair | Chelly Merkel-Veer |
| Stuart Young | Ann Wadsworth |
| Jackie Lampert | |
| Evie McDonald | Jessica Fish |
| Melody Volk | Delana McLean |
Mentors and Advisors work closely with the Registrar and Financial Aid Director to assure timely processing of student forms, documents, and paperwork. Mentors and Advisors have strong knowledge and use of the EMPOWER student management system. The Academic Dean and Dean of Student Services serve as co-leaders for the Mentors and Advisors and assure they are adequately trained to provide the services.
Student Academic Advisors –assures students are informed/knowledgeable about their respective academic pathway (program of study) that includes course scheduling, required credit hours, etc. Verifies SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress) and enrollment. | |
| Jackie Lampert – Early Childhood, Social Work, Professional Driving CDL, Dakota Studies | |
| Heather Marxen – Carpentry, Fine Arts, Liberal Arts | |
| Michael Parker – Pre-Engineering, Natural Resource Management | |
| Eric Rogness – Indigenous/Dakota Studies, Liberal Arts | |
| Steven Smith – Business Administration, Administrative Assistant Certificate | |
| DeLana McLean – Liberal Arts, non-degree seeking, Dakota Studies |
Student Academic Mentors –guides and directs students in being a responsible college student, able to explain CCCC programs of study and timelines, and provides referral assistance as appropriate.
- Advanced Manufacturing – Michael Parker
- Business – Steven Smith
- Carpentry – Kim Paulson, Frank Gourd
- CDL – Kelly Gannon, Alex Smith
- Dakota Studies – Eric Rogness, Ron Walking Eagle, Jr.
- Early Childhood Education – Jackie Lampert
- English – Stuart Rieke, Zach Allen
- Fine Arts – Carol Greywater
- History/Social Science – Eric Rogness
- Math – Karen Saari, Michael Parker
- Natural Resources – Jessica Fish, Doug Cudworth,
Krystal Caldwell - Pre-Engineering – Michael Parker
- Liberal Arts – Lori Gourneau
- Social Work – Galynn Lindemann
Assessment Committee –coordinates the assessment process (for both academics and co-curricular) that assures student learning outcomes are viable, understood, and met. Hub for all assessment processes, the gathering of data, and the review and reporting of assessment of student learning. All CCCC faculty members participate in the assessment process(es). | |
| Mike Parker, co-chair | Jackie Lampert, co-chair |
| Eric Rogness | Brent Voels |
| Steven Smith | Galynn Lindemann |
| Samantha Gourd | DeLana McLean |
| Carol Greywater | |
Curriculum Committee – Develops and coordinates the program review process that includes course reviews. Overseen by the Academic Dean and includes: | |
| Brent Voels, Chair | |
| Kim Krebsbach | DeLana McLean |
| Samantha Gourd | Jackie Lampert |
| Douglas Cudworth | Karen Saari |
| Heather Marxen | Steven Smith |
Recruitment/Retention Committee – Developes, coordinates, and implements strategies and activities based on trend data to promote CCCC to increase student enrollment and retention as well as completion. | |
| Melody Volk, chair | |
| Lois Leben | Ann Wadsworth |
| Eric Rogness | Tammie Yankton |
| Lindsey OneBear | Carol Greywater |
| Darica Deckert | DeShawn Lawrence |
| Zach Allen | |
3Ds Committee (data driven decisions) – Fosters the development, use, and understanding of institutional data and assures all committees are using data to inform their work. | |
| Stuart Young, chair | Evie McDonald |
| Karen Saari | Melody Volk |
| Jackie Lampert | Samantha Gourd |
| DeLana McLean | Steven Smith |
| Brent Voels | Jessica Fish |
| Marliss Platz | |
Financial Aid Committee – assists the Financial Aid Director in disseminating federal financial aid and scholarship information on a timely basis. Promotes and supports students completing applications as appropriate. Determines scholarship and Angel Fund recipients based on policy guidelines and student’s application. | |
| Lindsey OneBear, Chair | Kim Krebsbach |
| DeLana McLean | Marliss Platz |
| Steven Smith | Evie McDonald |
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Faculty Senate – Forum wherein all faculty have opportunity to discuss ideas, issues, or improvements toward working together and improving student outcomes.
All CCCC faculty members.
IRB (Institution Review Board) – oversees all research projects, including assisting the Spirit Lake Tribe with studies, reports, and publication reviews.
| Brent Voels, chair | Steven Smith |
| Doug Cudworth | Eric Rogness |
| Cynthia Lindquist | DeLana McLean |
Alumni Committee – to organize, coordinator, and engage CCCC alumni starting with a reunion prior to the annual Fort Totten Days pow wow the end of July. To foster and promote the success stories of CCCC graduates.
| Lois Leben | Lindsey OneBear |
| DeShawn Lawrence | DeLana McLean |
| Darica Deckert | Tiffany Ross |
| Stuart Young | Ann Wadsworth |
