Welcome
Academic Affairs is the largest division at WSU Vancouver. Academic Affairs supports the mission of WSU Vancouver by providing high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs, advancing research, scholarship and promoting the success of the WSU Vancouver diverse student population. The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs is responsible for faculty affairs, support of faculty governance, academic planning, policies and procedures.
Led by Renny Christopher, Ph.D., Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the Office supports the work of faculty and students toward the achievement of their academic and professional goals. Visit Renny's blog.
Curriculum, student success and assessment
Shameem Rakha, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, is responsible for curriculum development and review, academic and program assessment, student success initiatives, professional development, and the University Scholars Honors Program.
Special projects, research and support
Diane Laya is the Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and a licensed Washington state notary. She provides notary services free of charge to the campus community.
Holly Davis is the Assistant to the Vice Chancellor of Research and Graduate Education and the Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
Contact us
Call us today at 360-546-9583 or send an email.