Provost: Growth is steady, stable
Posted: February 23, 2010
ATSU-Arizona Provost Craig Phelps, D.O., ’84, and Associate Provost Ted Wendel, Ph.D., welcomed faculty and staff to the annual Provost’s Address held October 28 on ATSU’s Arizona campus.
Dr. Phelps highlighted some of the year’s accomplishments, including, most notably, the University’s 10-year accreditation by the NCA/HLC. Reporting on the health of ATSU in Arizona and Missouri, Dr. Phelps said that “growth has been steady and stable.”
Dr. Wendel reported that a number of faculty and staff have been recruited, and enrollment continues to increase. “There are now 15 degree programs available at ATSU, and we continue to grow our curriculum,” he said.
During the presentation, Dr. Phelps acknowledged faculty achievements from SOMA, ASDOH, and ASHS, including publications and leadership in professional organizations. In addition, two special awards were presented by ASHS Dean Randy Danielson, Ph.D., PA-C.
Alison Snyder, Ph.D., ATC, received ASHS’ Scholar of the Year award, and Tamara McCloud, Ph.D., was named Educator of the Year.
Other highlights included ATSU’s presence and impact on other organizations in the Arizona Health and Technology Park, including the opening of HealthSouth East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital and the East Valley Family YMCA.
“As we continue to grow,” said Dr. Phelps, “there will continue to be challenges and opportunities for us to collaborate on and make an impact in our community.”