Summary of Oral Report by Dean Dozier to TACAA on 8/14/2010:
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Dr. Richard Dozier gave a brief update of the current status of the programs in Architecture and in Construction. There were 10 Architecture and 10 Construction students that graduated last semester. 50% of these students are expected to go to Graduate School. Click here to see list of Spring 2010 Graduates.
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The New Robert R. Taylor School of Architecture and Construction has been designated by the University to start this year and will start immediately this semester, we are no longer a Department. The University is on board with the new School and is working with the Dean regarding the budget and funding.
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The Accreditation process is continuing and is expected to conclude in March 2011. We are close to completing the documents requested and expect to submit 99% of the required documentation by September 7, 2010. There will be a survey submitted to the Alumni to get their thoughts on how they perceive the Architecture and Construction programs are operating.
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The Alumni needs to get involved and know what is going on with the programs and provide input and let the University know that we are solid as a unit for support regarding what needs to be done to help the programs.
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Presently with the semester starting so soon, there is a need for a Construction Dean/Manager to run the program. We need to help to recruit students. There is limited literature available on Construction to guide students to the School.
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We need to look at the Construction curriculum that is in place and determine if it will it be the best approach for the new School.