FY 2008 Annual Report of Achievements - Gallaudet University

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Division of Administration and Finance
The Division of Administration and Finance (A&F) supports the university’s day-to-day
operations through timely and efficient delivery of quality services to the Gallaudet community and
its external contacts and visitors. A&F is committed to the continual improvement of its programs
and services, optimizing its financial and human resources, adding value, and reflecting the best
practices of higher education in all its activities. A&F continually monitors and modifies daily
operations and services and ensures that it remains fully accessible through ASL and English.
The division provides the following support services:
• Child Development Center
• Community relations
• Construction services
• Contract and risk management
• Contracts and purchasing
• Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
• Facilities management
• Financial services (accounting and
budget)
• Human resources
• Information technology (including computer
and telecommunication services)
• Internal audit and management advisory
services
• Interpreting services
• Postal services
• Printing and reprographic services
• Public safety
• Student health services
• Transportation
In addition, the division manages the university’s auxiliary enterprises: the University Press and
bookstore, and the Kellogg Conference Hotel at Gallaudet University.
During FY 2008, the division made substantial progress in several areas. It conducted a
preliminary internal assessment and staffing review of major service areas to better understand
operational efficiency and service quality. The results were used to identify service areas requiring
further in-depth analysis, which will begin in FY 2009. The construction of the Sorenson Language
and Communication Center was completed and became operational prior to the fall 2008 semester.
The multi-year MSSD site stabilization project began. The Gallaudet football field turf was replaced
and lights were added to allow for night games. The A&F student internship program launched with
more than 25 undergraduate student interns participating. The division continued to collaborate with
academic affairs on the Deaf Space program that included significant student participation in
campus architectural planning. The District of Columbia Council amended legislation to allow
Gallaudet and neighboring property owners to move forward with planning efforts for the Capital
City Market development project adjacent to the campus.
Select accomplishments by units within A&F included:
• The Gallaudet University Press published 15 new titles and negotiated agreements for an
additional 11 new titles.
• The Gallaudet Community Relations Council reached a milestone when it hosted its 25th
Awards and Recognition Program.
• Gallaudet Interpreting Services provided over 70,000 hours of interpreting support for
the campus.
• The Clerc Center transferred oversight of the Child Development Center to the division.