Taskforce 02 - Unique Role of Interdisciplinarity and the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Central Connecticut State University  ·  R2 Comprehensive Polytechnic Exploration 

Unique Role of Interdisciplinary and the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Identify institutional strengths, efforts, and uniqueness in these areas and develop a vision as to how these and additional initiatives will contribute to a unique and stronger polytechnic education and community impact. Clearly define the process to integrate disciplines in the educational, research, and community service endeavors.

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Task Force 02 — Latest Update

Task Force 02: Unique Role of Interdisciplinary and the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences  ·  Latest Update  ·  Central Connecticut State University

Task Force Members

Who’s at the Table

Co-chair

Dr. Kristine Larsen

Professor, Earth and Space Sciences; CSU Professor; Director of Honors Program; Online Education Committee; Senator

Co-chair

Kathy Bantley

Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice; Mediation Committee

Member

Gil Gigliotti

Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Member

Yinfei (Eddie) Chen

Associate Professor, Finance; Interdisciplinarity Coordinator

Member

Cameron Brewer

Department Chair and Associate Professor, Philosophy

Member

Heather Rodriguez

Department Chair and Professor, Sociology

Member

Heather de Savage

Associate Professor, Music

Member

Eric Leonidas

Associate Professor, English; Enrollment Management Council; Senator

Member

Donna DeCarlo

Assistant Dean, School of Education

Member

Justine Gamache

Coordinator of Transfer Services, Registrar’s Office

Member

John Tully

Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Graduate Studies

Member

Timothy Garceau

Department Chair and Professor, Geography, Anthropology, and Tourism

Meeting Records

Agendas & Minutes

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March 5, 2026Download →Download →
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