Fall 2021: BW Health Committee | Baldwin Wallace University

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Updated October 25, 2021

The Baldwin Wallace health advisory committee was charged with laying the foundation for a safe and successful semester. The committee's ongoing work is focused on sustaining the health of the BW community while providing quality campus learning and living experiences.

BW President Bob Helmer assembled the team of leaders from across campus, along with external experts, to develop a comprehensive plan to enable the BW community to adapt every facet of life together at BW.

The committee, led by Dr. Dale Grubb, Assistant to the President, includes advisors from Cleveland Clinic and Southwest General Health Center.

Committee members have met weekly since spring to review, discuss and make recommendations to the BW President's Cabinet on guidelines for the fall semester, relying on protocols and best practices issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and county health departments, Responsible Restart Ohio and the Ohio Governor's office.

A strong network of Northeast Ohio medical centers and experts are advising and helping the University with the challenging task of staying current with the evolving mandates and recommendations.

As the committee continues to monitor and update the plan, communication will be key. BW is dedicated to providing accurate information on a regular basis in order to build trust and to foster in each individual the commitment to follow all guidelines intended to protect each other.

BW Health Advisory Committee: Dale Grubb, Assistant to the President
Timeka Rashid, Vice President for Student Affairs
Lauren Bara, Director, BW Health Services
Rob Becker, Director, Campus Recreation
Bob Beyer, Director, Residence Life
Mark Boyette, Director, Buildings & Grounds
Steve Crone, Facilities Director, Aramark
Charles Fairchild, Director, Dining Services
Dr. Lutul Farrow, physician at Cleveland Clinic and BW Trustee
Tricia Hamad, Head Athletic Trainer
Lisa Henderson, Associate Provost
David Jenkins, Executive Vice President and COO, Cleveland Browns and BW Trustee
Dan Karp, Assistant Vice President, University Relations
Steve Thompson, Athletic Director
Steve Stahl, Provost
Charles Young, Associate Dean, Conservatory of Music
Swagata Banik, Dean, Graduate Studies and Research
Guy Farish, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Susan Van Vorst, Dean, Conservatory of Music
Michael Smith, Founding Dean, College of Education and Health Sciences
Susan Kuznik, Interim Dean, School of Business
Jon Burk, Director of Union and Conference Services
Jeannie Vassanelli, Catering and Events Manager
Karen Stenger, Director of Purchasing
Adam Sheldon, Assistant Provost & Executive Director, Division of Community Learning
Gary Black, Director of Safety & Security
John Snell, Associate Athletic Director
Jeremy Short, Chief Talent Officer
COVID-19 Response Team: Dale Grubb, Assistant to the President
Timeka Rashid, Vice President for Student Affairs
Lauren Bara, Director, BW Health Services
Julie Dailey, Office Manager and Registered Nurse, BW Health Center
Lisa Weber, Registered Nurse, BW Health Center
Bob Beyer, Director, Residence Life
Charles Fairchild, Director, Dining Services
Jeannie Vassanelli, Catering and Events Manager
Robin Jedrzejek, Administrative Assistant, Dining Services
Tricia Hamad, Head Athletic Trainer
Kris Cunningham, Administrative Assistant, Provost's Office
Lorrie Beatty, Director of One Stop
Laura Anderson, Administrative Coordinator, One Stop
Tom Bobek, Director of Campus Access Services
Jennifer Butcher, CBORD System Coordinator, Campus Access Services
Swagata Banik, Dean, Graduate Studies and Research