Advisory and Advancement Council

The Cotsakos College of Business Advisory and Advancement Council plays a vital role in the life of the College and William Paterson University. Members, who are appointed by the dean, help advance William Paterson’s mission and strengthen the University’s competitive position among public institutions of higher education in New Jersey and beyond. Advisory and Advancement Council members demonstrate their commitment by investing generously of their time, talent and treasure in the future of the Cotsakos College of Business and William Paterson University.

There are five committees of the Advisory and Advancement Council:

1. Student Success Committee
   Provides advice in attracting, recruiting and retaining students, assists in setting and achieving enrollment targets (including growth and demographics), and assists in providing external opportunities to students (such as internships, mentoring, job shadowing, employment, and scholarships).
2. Education Policy Committee
   Provides advice regarding undergraduate and graduate academic programs and provides assistance arranging extra-curricular activities (such as seminars, workshops, and guest lectures).
3. Institutional Development Committee
   Provides assistance with fund-raising activities in collaboration with the Dean and the William Paterson University Institutional Advancement Team.  Assists in enhancing the CCOB's brand, image, and reputation.
4. Nominations Committee
   Assists in identifying and recruiting potential board members and assists in the development and implementation process to evaluate and improve the Council's performance.
5. Executive Committee
   Manages and coordinates the activities of the Council and its committees and consists of the Chair of the CCOB-AAC and each committee chair.

Complete Bylaws

Cotsakos College of Business Advisory and Advancement Council Annual Report 2021