Committees

Student Advisory Committee

Purpose: The purpose of the Student Advisory Committee is to review Accessibility Services (AS) policies and processes, providing suggestions for improvement where needed. Additionally, this advisory committee will provide AS with insight on the student experience at 91短视频, enabling AS to proactively target areas of improvement across the campus.

Member requirements: Be a student with a disability, receiving services from AS.

Time Commitment: One year term. Meetings occur once per month.

To apply, please submit the

For more information regarding this committee, please reach out to Rochelle Thompson at rochelle.thompson@csueastbay.edu

Members of Student Advisory Committee

Name

Bio (Not all members have submitted bios at this time)

Camille Gilmore
Kandace Davis

 

Liza Weber

 

Lolita Hill I am a dedicated and determined student at 91短视频, pursuing a master’s degree in hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism. Despite facing challenges due to vision impairment, I think I have exhibited remarkable resilience and commitment to my academic journey. With a strong educational foundation comprising an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Bachelor of Science degrees in Travel Marketing, as well as Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism, I am bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to my current studies.

Throughout my academic career, I have demonstrated a passion for the hospitality industry and a keen interest in promoting accessibility and inclusivity within the field. My determination to overcome obstacles and pursue excellence serves as an inspiration to my peers and instructors alike.

As I approach the culmination of my graduate program, scheduled for completion in Spring 2025, I remain focused on my academic goals and determined to make a positive impact in the hospitality sector. With my unique perspective, coupled with my academic achievements and unwavering dedication, I am poised to become a leader in the field of Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism.
Marnee Wafer-Hoecker

 

Meraj Alimi

 

Michelle Tolentio Serrano

 

Valerie Jean Cairns

 

Past Committee Members
Name Bio
 Amy Rodrigues
 Chi Hang 

Chi Hang is a dedicated graphic design major at 91短视频, with a passion for advocating for disability rights, particularly for future disabled students. She actively serves on the Student Advisory Committee, sharing her experiences to support and empower future generations of disabled students. Additionally, Chi contributes to the Disability Access and Compliance Committee, focusing on Physical Access and Curriculum Access subcommittees. Her commitment to inclusivity and advocacy is shaping a more accessible campus environment, ensuring that all students, regardless of ability, can thrive at the university.

Dowell Standley 
Felecia Hubbard 

 

Lori Watkins 

 

Rochelle Abrams 
Stace Jones 

 

Wallace Da Silva

 

10/22/2024

11/19/2024

Faculty Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Faculty Advisory Committee is to review Accessibility Services (AS) policies and processes, providing suggestions for improvement where needed. Additionally, this advisory committee will provide AS with insight on the faculty experience at 91短视频, enabling AS to proactively target areas of improvement.

For information about this committee, please contact Rochelle Thompson at rochelle.thompson@csueastbay.edu.

Members of Faculty Advisory Committee
Name Department
Cesar Maloles Marketing
Hasan Tahir Chemistry & Biochemistry
Levent  Ertaul Computer Science
Arnab Mukherjea Public Health
Kevin Callahan Mathematics
Maria Cho Nursing
Steve Asztalos Physics
Kristin Layous Psychology
Wendy Rummerfield Statistics & Biostatistics
Michael Henninger Art
Janet Green Art
Christopher Palmore Criminal Justice Administration
Douglas Taylor English
John Bunce Human Development & Women's Studies
Raphael Garcia Modern Languages & Literatures
Michael Moon Public Affairs & Administration
Michelle Charron Social Work
Eric Kupers Theatre & Dance

Disability Access and Compliance Committee

The broad purpose of this committee is to assist in the evaluation of campus specific issues relating to compliance with CSU Executive Orders and federal/state laws through review of current campus policies and procedures relating to students with disabilities. Specifically the committee, and its subcommittees, will develop plans and recommend priorities relating to programs and services for students with disabilities. 

At this time, there are 5 subcommittees (though more may be added as priorities are determined). The subcommittees are:

  1. Physical Access

  2. Program Access

  3. Web and Communication Access 

  4. Curriculum Access and Universal Design Initiatives

  5. Faculty and Staff Accommodation
  6. Accommodation Review (Ad Hoc)

 

General Meeting Minutes

 

Next Meeting

TBD - Spring 2025

Physical Access

The purpose of the physical Access Subcommittee is to review and update the campus master plan for structural access.

 

For more information about this committee, please contact Pamela Baird at pamela.baird@csueastbay.edu.

Physical Access Members
Parking and Transportation Brenda Amaral
Risk Management Tom Poon and Rose PradoTse
Student Representative Currently Needed
Facilities Anne Leung
Accessibility Services Pamela Baird
April 17th, 2024

Program Access

The Purpose of the Program Access Subcommittee is to collaborate with campus partners and assist in coordinating access at campus events and to create inclusive programming resources.

For information about this committee, please contact Rochelle Thompson at rochelle.thompson@csueastbay.edu.

Program Access Members
Student Services Cookie Garrett
Staff Representative Loren Smith
Student Representative Anirudh Chaganti
Accessibility Services Rochelle Thompson

Web and Communication Access (ATI)

The purpose of the Web and Communication Access Subcommittee, also known as the Accessible Technology Initiative Committee, is to perform VPAT/ICT reviews and to create and update the campus master plan for web accessibility.
Web and Communication Access Members
Assistive Technology Coordinator Doug Ferguson
ITS Gene Lim

Academic Affairs Representative

Philip Cole-Regis
Accessibility Services Pamela Baird

Curriculum Access and Universal Design Initiatives

The purpose of the Curriculum Access and Universal Design Initiatives Subcommittee is to review and update online resources related to curriculum accessibility and to collaborate with the departments of Faculty Development and Curriculum Development to create Universal Design for Learning resources for faculty.

 

For information about this committee, please contact Rochelle Thompson at rochelle.thompson@csueastbay.edu

Curriculum Access and Universal Design Initiatives Members
Academic Affairs Representative Mitch Watnik
Faculty Development 
Online Campus Serena Khgadai
Assistive Technology Coordinator Doug Ferguson
Accessible Media Casey Gielen
Faculty Representative Meaghan McCollow
Student Representative Currently Needed
Accessibility Services Rochelle Thompson

Faculty and Staff Accommodations

The purpose of the Faculty and Staff Accommodations Subcommittee is to.....

For information about this committee, please contact Rochelle Thompson at rochelle.thompson@csueastbay.edu

Curriculum Access and Universal Design Initiatives Members
Risk Management Tom Poon
Human Resources Representative Iris Gallardo
Accessibility Services Pamela Baird

Ad Hoc Committees

The Accommodation Review Subcommittee will consist of representatives from Accessibility Services, faculty representatives from 3 different academic departments across at least 2 different colleges, a representative from Academic Affairs (appointed by the Provost), and the Student Services Representative. 

This committee will be convened at the request of Accessibility Services when a determination of reasonableness must be made regarding a student requested accommodation in a specific class or regarding the general reasonableness of an accommodation for a class or program which could be applied to all future requests by a student. 

Relevant (to the report) committee members, and other staff/faculty on campus, will be called to discuss and resolve reports of inaccessibility.