December 3, 2024 3:30 a.m.
Danielle Haskett, Dean of Academic Services for Allied Health, has been promoted to the role of Chief Academic Officer at Umpqua Community College, effective Monday, December 2nd.
A college release said in the new role, Haskett will oversee a broad spectrum of initiatives across the college: Allied Health, General Education & Transfer, Career and Technical Education, Community Workforce Training, College and Career Readiness, and Early College partnerships. Her leadership will support student success enhancing a dynamic learning environment and ensuring that the curriculum meets the evolving professional and industry needs.
Haskett said, “Umpqua Community College provides life-changing opportunities for our students and community”. Haskett said, “I’m excited to use my experience, passion, and dedication to lead the Academic Services work into the future. UCC truly is the heart of Douglas County, and I’m honored to lead and support the vital work of Academic Services at our college”.
Haskett will oversee UCC’s academic initiatives with a focus on key strategic areas:
*New medical careers programs
*A remodeled Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Hub
*Workforce Development in forestry. Welding and engineering
*Strengthen K-12 collaborations
*Ensuring strong university transfer pathways to reduce the cost of college
UCC President Dr. Rachel Pokrandt said, “We like to grow our own local talent at UCC and Danielle is a fantastic example of the wealth of the smart folks doing amazing work who grew out of our local high schools and community”. Pokrandt said, “I feel fortunate that Danielle is stepping into this role at such an important time when enrollment is strong, and we have ambitious plans for how we will serve Douglas County. Her dedication to student success makes her the perfect fit to guide Academic Services into the future”.
Haskett is a graduate of Roseburg High School and UCC. She began her employment at the college in 2009 in the Student Services Division. She later transitioned to dean of Learning Support Services. Haskett holds a master’s degree in education and a bachelor’s degree in business.