A Welcome from Academic Programs
The staff of the Office of Academic Programs invites students and those with an interest in our educational offerings to visit at any time. Our goal is to assist students in achieving their academic best and doing so in a pleasant, efficient manner. Drop by—our open door policy ensures that if someone is here, we will make time to see you. You may also contact us for an appointment.
Address:
Academic Programs
0108 Symons Hall
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-5551
Phone:
Associate Dean's Office:
301-405-2078 |
Meet the Staff
Leon Slaughter is the Associate Dean for Academic Programs. Dr. Slaughter works with both graduate and undergraduate students. Undergraduates interested in the college Honors program or the Certificate in International Agriculture and Natural Resources should contact him at 301-405-2078 or by email.
Elizabeth Weiss is the Assistant to the Dean for Academic Programs. Beth coordinates recruitment and admissions for undergraduate majors and serves as liaison with parents and students. She works closely with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and participates in many campus academic committees such as Honors and Bannaker Key Review. Beth also has served as the AGNR Student Ambassador Advisor since 1996, an all volunteer group that assists the college with recruitment events. She can be reached at 301-314-7222 or by email.
Tim Lapanne is the Scholarship Coordinator for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. He administers the AGNR Scholarship Program, serving as a liaison between students and donors. Tim coordinates the day-to-day management of the Associate Dean for Academic Programs office, and assists with AGNR recruitment, career, and alumni programs. Contact Tim at 301-405-5308, or by email.
Angela Mazur is the Coordinator of Undergraduate Academic Programs in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Angela is the primary contact for all student services, assisting with 60-credit core audits, schedules, registration and graduation. She also organizes programs such as orientation, Ag Day and commencement. Angela studied international and higher education at UMD and worked previously for the Graduate School and the Office of International Services. Contact Angela at 301-405-7761 or by email.
Harper Wayne is a sophomore majoring in Journalism with a minor in French. She works as a student writer for the Academic Programs office in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. To reach Harper, send an email to hwayne@umd.edu.
Kirsten Petersen is a sophomore Journalism major and Digital Cultures and Creativity (DCC) Honors student. She works as a student writer and website editor for the AGNR Academic Programs office. If you would like to reach Kirsten directly, please send an email to kirstenp@umd.edu.
Amy Poet is a junior environmental science and technology major with a concentration in natural resource management. She works in the Student Services office of AGNR assisting the AGNR staff and helping with student inquiries. Amy can be reached at apoet@umd.edu
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Last updated:
10/18/2011
