Academic Programs Staff

A Welcome from Academic Programs

The staff of the Office of Academic Programs invites students and those with interest in our educational offerings to visit at any time. Our goal is to assist students in achieving their academic best and doing so in a pleasant, efficient manner. Drop by - our open door policy ensures that if someone is here, we will make some time to see you - or contact us for an appointment.

Address Mail To:
Academic Programs
0108 Symons Hall
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-5551

Phone:
Assoc. Dean's Office:
301.405.2078

Assist. Dean's Office:
301.405.7761

Meet the Staff

Leon Slaughter, Associate Dean for Academic Programs. Dr. Slaughter works with both graduate and undergraduate students. Undergraduates interested in the college Honors program or the Certificate in International Agriculture and Natural Resources should contact him at 301.405.2078 or E-mail Leon

W. Ray Stricklin, Interim Assistant Dean for Academic Programs. Dr. Stricklin works directly with undergraduate students in matters of academic policy. Visit Dr. Stricklin in Room 0107 Symons Hall
E-mail Ray

Elizabeth Weiss, Assistant to the Dean for Academic Programs. Beth coordinates recruitment and admissions for undergraduate majors and serves as liaison with parents and students. She works closely with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and participates in many campus academic committees such as Honors and Bannaker Key Review. Beth also has served as AGNR Student Ambassador Advisor since 1986, an all volunteer group that assists the college with recruitment events. She can be reached at 301-314-7222 or stop by 0105 Symons Hall. E-mail Beth.

Sheila Brown, Coordinator for Academic Programs. Administers the AGNR Scholarship Program serving as a liaison between students and donors. She coordinates the day-to-day management of the Associate Dean for Academic Programs office. Assists with AGNR recruitment, career, and alumni programs. Provides support for college PCC Committee. Coordinates information for AGNR Student Council. Serves on the University Senate. Call her at 301.405.2078, go see her in room 0108 Symons Hall, or E-mail Sheila.

First line of contact for students is Donna Walther, Administrative Assistant in Academic Programs Undergraduate Office. Coordination of New Student Orientations and Graduation Ceremonies, maintaining student records, graduation audits, and knowledge of university and college policies are among Donna's specialties. Call her at 301.405.7761, go see her in Room 0107 Symons, or E-mail to Donna.

Emilie Clingerman, Staff Administrative Assistant, supports Academic Programs. She provides assistance with the AGNR scholarship program, processes financial forms for the department, maintains the Academic Programs website, and evaluates CORE audits for all rising juniors in the college. Look for Emilie in Room 0104 Symons Hall. She can be contacted at 301.405.5308 or E-mail Emilie.

Tu-Anh Pham is a Junior Nutritional Science major. She is now working as a student assistant in the undergraduate programs office. For administrative issues, contact Tu-Anh by email at tpham@umd.edu.

For more information, contact Sheila Brown

Last updated: 09/18/2008