Board of Trustees

The Chesapeake College Board of Trustees is a ten-member body responsible for setting the strategic direction and governance of the College. Appointed by the Governor of Maryland, these leaders represent the five counties we serve and work to ensure the continued success and growth of the College. Together, they provide oversight on policies, programs, and finances, ensuring Chesapeake College meets the needs of our diverse student community.

A. Reza Jafari
A. Reza JafariChair
Talbot County
2018-2028
Milton Nagel
Milton NagelVice Chair
Caroline County
2017-2027
  • Next Board Meeting: Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Most Recent Minutes: August 22, 2024

Most Recent Agenda: November 21, 2024

To address the Board during a business meeting, please see Section 10 of the Bylaws and contact Latellya Stewart at [email protected].

Blenda Armistead
Blenda Armistead
Talbot County
2011-2026
Mary Dennard-Turner
Mary Dennard-Turner
Dorchester County
2018-2028
Brent Fuchs
Brent Fuchs
Caroline County
2024-2029
Christopher Garvey
Christopher Garvey
Queen Anne’s County
2016-2027
Shelly Gross-Wade
Shelly Gross-Wade
Queen Anne’s County
2024-2029
Erica Osterhout
Erica Osterhout
Kent County
2024-2029
Brenda Shorter
Brenda Shorter
Kent County
2016-2025
Addie Eckardt
Addie Eckardt
Dorchester County
2024

College Administrators

At the heart of Chesapeake College’s day-to-day operations is a dedicated team of administrators, led by the College President. This team of Vice Presidents, Associate Vice Presidents, Deans and Directors oversees all academic, student, and operational areas, ensuring we deliver on our mission to prepare students for success in education and the workforce.

President

Clifford Coppersmith, A.S., B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
President
[email protected]  |  410-827-5802

Vice Presidents

Kamari Collins, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Success & Enrollment Management
[email protected]  |  410-827-5858

David A. Harper, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
VP for Workforce and Academic Programs
[email protected]  |  410-827-5832

Karen S. Smith, B.S., M.B.A.
Vice President for Administrative Services
[email protected]  |  410-827-5816

Associate Vice Presidents

Amy Bonner, B.S, M.S.
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
[email protected]  |  410-827-5811

Chandra Gigliotti, B.S., M.A., M.L.S., Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Innovation, Learning, and Effectiveness
[email protected]  |  410-827-5812

Michael Moore, A.A., B.S., M.S
Chief Information Officer
[email protected]  |  410-822-5400 ext. 3411

Administrators

James A. Davidson, B.A., M.A.
Registrar
[email protected]  |  410-827-5846

Amber McGinnis, B.S., M.A.
Director of Development & Executive Director of the Chesapeake College Foundation
[email protected]  |  410-827-5866

Dan Schneckenburger, B.S.
Executive Director of the Workforce Investment Board
[email protected]  |  410-822-5400 ext. 2271

Deans

Jason S. Mullen, B.S., M.B.A.
Dean for Workforce & Skilled Trades
[email protected]  |  410-827-5930

Miriam Osborne-Elliott, B.A., M.Ed., Ph.D.
Dean of Students
[email protected]  |  410-827-5829

Joan M. Seitzer, A.A., B.S., M.A.
Dean for Enrollment and Advising
[email protected]  |  410-827-5808

Juliet Smith, B.A., M.A., D.Ed.
Professor of Developmental Studies/English; Dean for Faculty
[email protected]  |  410-827-5844