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News from Lane Community College
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
SEVEN TIMES IN SEVEN YEARS-TOP MARKS FOR LCC PRESIDENT
Eugene, Ore. - Dr. Mary Spilde, president of Lane Community College since 2001, received her seventh straight outstanding performance evaluation from the college’s Board of Education at its July 9 meeting.
“Mary Spilde is Lane Community College’s greatest asset,” said past chair Pat Riggs-Henson.
The president was evaluated on several points within each of seven performance categories on a scale of 1 to 5. The categories were: leadership and strategic direction, educational outcomes, board relations, financial management, staff management and supervision, communication, and decision-making and governance. Ratings of five dominated every category. Nothing came in less than four, and perfect scores were given for achieving educational outcomes, and making effective decisions.
Accomplishments noted by the board were launching innovative new programs with little or no added burden to the general fund; making "significant advances towards long-term fiscal stability" in difficult economic times by working with legislative and government officials and increasing fundraising efforts; and accepting new leadership roles as co-chair of the Post-Secondary Quality Education Commission, and chair-elect of the American Association of Community Colleges.
"Mary's belief that the future will get better is an inspiration to all," said Riggs-Henson.
The evaluation was approved by unanimous 7-0 vote. Contract details will be completed by 2008/09 chair and vice chair, Susie Johnston and Pat Albright. The contract rolls over annually and is in effect through June 2012 with option to renew.
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PIO: Joan Aschim, (541) 463-5591, aschimj@lanecc.edu
