The method of governance of an institution is important in determining its success. ASMSA was established by the State of Arkansas to educate gifted and talented mathematics, science, and arts students, and develop curricula to improve instruction in such disciplines. These goals can best be served through the corporate efforts of students, faculty, staff and administrators.
The General Assembly's membership consists of the Director (ex officio), Full-time faculty, Full-time staff, Dean of Academic Affairs, Dean of Students, Dean of Distance Education and Information Technology, Director of Finance, Director of Institutional Advancement, and President and Vice President of the Student Government Association.
The General Assembly is responsible for recommending education policies and programs in such areas as: admissions requirements, curriculum, calendar and schedules, academic honors, and student affairs.
The General Assembly shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Director and shall have the authority to make recommendations on matters of general faculty or campus-wide concern.
CONSTITUTION
Anyone who is represented in the ASMSA General Assembly may submit a proposed constitutional amendment. The amendment will have to be approved by the Governing Council, the General Assembly and the Director.
Constitution Amendment Request Form
POLICY CHANGE
Anyone who is represented in the ASMSA General Assembly can submit a proposed policy change. The suggestion will then have to be approved by the appropriate Policy Committee, the Governing Council, and the Director.
Policy Change Request Form
GOVERNING COUNCIL
The primary function of the Governing Council is to review policies and documents prepared by policy committees for consideration by the Director. Recommendations from the General Assembly concerning educational policies and programs will be forwarded to the Governing Council and Director.
OFFICERS (2022-23)
Immediate Past President
- Dr. Patrycja Krakowiak
President - Dr. Allyn Dodd
President-Elect: Lillie Ferguson
James Katowich
Walt Levissee
Dr. Burt Hollandsworth
Kim McKean
Roway Lay
Brandi Brazil
Phil Grace
Lori Kagebein
SGA President
POLICY COMMITTEES
These committees will report to the Governing Council. Membership guidelines can be found in the Constitution.
Teaching and Learning Committee: Stuart Flynn, Dean of Academic Affairs, chair
Dr. Nathan Groot
Dr. Mary Leigh
Tracy Lewis
Walt Levisee
Dr. Lindsey Waddell
Dr. Patrycja Krakowiak
Bret Vallun
Amy Wallace
Payton Henderson
Facilities and Operations Committee: Phil Grace, IT & Operations Manager, chair
Betty Brown
Caleb Grisham
Dr. Whitney Holden
Mandy Glass
Ryan Jeffers
Dr. Colin Jno-Finn
Sebastian Clark
Joe Meredith
Dr. Rheo Morris
Monica Ward
Terry Bryant (ex-officio)
Bruce Gregory (ex-officio)
Jacob Richards (ex-officio)
Mission and Innovation Committee: Jason Hudnell, Director of Admissions, chair
Lola Warren
Josh Ulrey
Shane Thompson
Wynn-Marie Martinez
Erica Arivette
Adrienne Conley
Donnie Sewell
Dr. Ashley Hicks
Student Affairs Committee: Dr. Rheo Morris, Dean of Students, chair
Dr. Rheo Morris
Dr. Colin Jno-Finn
Ernestine Ross
Dr. Eiko Koizumi
Mark Turner
Penny Lock
Teya Mitchell
Destiny Walker
SGA Vice President
Student representatives