Academic Technology Committee

The Academic Technology Committee (ATC) advises the Butte College Academic Senate, Technology Council, and the Academic Technology Services (ATS) office on the use of technology to support teaching and student learning. The committee provides guidance on Canvas and related learning tools, serves as a collaborative voice on instructional technology matters, and organizes the annual ATC Symposium during Spring FLEX Week, featuring presentations on technology and education.

Role of the Committee

The Academic Technology Committee (ATC) serves in an advisory capacity, providing recommendations and guidance on instructional technology that supports teaching and student learning across the college. The committee collaborates with key campus groups to ensure technology decisions align with educational needs.

Responsibilities include:

  • Advising the Academic Senate on instructional technology matters.
  • Providing recommendations to the District Technology Council.
  • Serving as the primary faculty advisory group for the Technology Mediated Instruction (TMI) office.
  • Consulting on the configuration and use of Canvas and related learning tools (LTIs).
  • Supporting the effective integration of technology into teaching and learning.
  • Planning and hosting the annual ATC Symposium during Spring FLEX Week.

Meetings, Agendas, and Minutes

Meeting Dates and Documents
Date Location Agenda Minutes Handouts
August 26, 2026  Cancelled      
September 9, 2026   LRC 125  September 9 Agenda    May 27 Minutes
September 23, 2026   LRC 125      
 October 14, 2026  LRC 125      
October 28, 2026   LRC 125      
December 9, 2026   LRC 125      
January 27, 2027   LRC 125      
February 10, 2027  LRC 125       
February 24, 2027   LRC 125      
March 10, 2027   LRC 125      
March 24, 2027   LRC 125      
April 14, 2027  LRC 125      
April 28, 2027  LRC 125      
May 12, 2027  LRC 125      
May 26, 2027  LRC 125      

 

Archived Agendas

 

Committee Members

Voting Members

  • Chair: Phillip Manning: Faculty - DFT/MFG/ITEC

  • Dan Barnett: Faculty - PHIL

  • Melody Struthers: Faculty - ANTH

  • Shanna Vela: Faculty - KIN

  • Corey Gruber: Faculty - Learning Resource Specialist

  • Bob White: Dean of Instruction

  • Kathy Teagarden: Associate Faculty - BCIS

  • Suzanne Wakim: Faculty - BIOL & Coordinator - DE

  • Melody Schmid: Faculty - BIOL

  • Hannah Higuera: Faculty - BIOL

  • Matt Cervantes: Faculty - CSCI

Ex-Officio Members

  • Dave Stephens, Academic Technology Services (ATS)

  • Chris Palmarini, Academic Technology Services (ATS)

  • Two Members of IT Management 

  • Student Senate Representative

Documents

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Bylaws

Committee bylaws outline how the committee operates, including its structure, procedures, and requirements for transparency and public accountability.

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