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Policy 302: Instruction, Academic Council, and Curriculum Development

Operational Policy
Policy Number: 302
Adopted: August 1975

The Vice President for Learning and Student Success is responsible for the instructional program and processes of Grays Harbor College (GHC), making such administrative procedures as deemed necessary.

The vice president shall activate and chair an Academic Council, which is responsible for overseeing the instructional environment and approving curricular development and revisions at GHC.

The Academic Council at GHC is essential in managing the development, review, and modification of the College’s academic policies, programs, and courses. This committee ensures that the curriculum not only aligns with GHC’s strategic priorities and accreditation standards but also actively integrates principles of inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility, and sustainability. It is responsible for evaluating and approving new proposals, revising existing content, and ensuring curriculum changes reflect the highest academic excellence standards. By collaborating with various academic departments and stakeholders, the committee ensures the curriculum is both relevant and adaptive, meeting the evolving needs of the educational landscape.

Policy Review History

Reviewed: N/A
Revised: January 1995, March 2001, March 2011, November 2016, November 2018, April 2019

Review and Revision refers to the College’s cyclical process for evaluating and updating all institutional policies and procedures. At minimum, each policy or procedure will undergo review once every five years to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with current practices and regulatory requirements. If the scheduled review results in no changes, the date of that review will be recorded in the Reviewed field. If updates or edits are made, the date will be recorded in the Revised field. This process maintains transparency regarding the history of each policy or procedure and ensures the College remains responsive to evolving needs and standards.