Goals (2018-19)

1. Integrate the work of the committee with the work of Academic Technology as the lead dept. for PD at the college.
2. Develop the use of PDC scholarship $$ and the return on investment to campus.
3. Improve assessment and professional development effectiveness.

Charge

To provide and support activities and opportunities which will enhance job performance, personal growth, and social interaction among all Bakersfield College employees, thereby developing a sense of campus community.

Scope

Makes recommendations for staff development activities to the College President, and oversees the expenditures created to fund such activities.

Role/Purpose

To provide and support activities that enhance job performance and encourage professional growth and collegiality among all members of the campus learning community.

This committee communicates with:

• VP Academic Affairs
• VP Student Services
• Academic Senate

Professional Development Committee Scholarship

The Professional Development Committee also endeavors to offer small, equitably distributed professional development scholarships to all full-time BC faculty, staff, and administration. To apply for a PDC scholarship, complete the electronic Professional Development Committee Scholarship Application and submit it to akarr@bakersfieldcollege.edu.