UW-Eau Claire is today building a national reputation based on the achievements of its faculty and students, its baccalaureate degree designed to meet the needs of the 21st Century and its strong tradition of academic excellence. It has established a reputation as a catalyst in west central Wisconsin for education, health care, the arts, and community and economic development assistance and has been recognized nationally for its work as a center of excellence in faculty and undergraduate student research collaboration.
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The Chippewa River flows through campus. The Director is the chief operating officer of Continuing Education and reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor. The Director must be dedicated to excellence in lifelong learning and be committed to diversity on all levels. In addition, the Director will collaborate actively with external business, education and community leaders as well as University administrators, be an effective ambassador for the needs of non-traditional students, and secure external funding. Supervise and mentor outreach program managers, outreach specialists, and program assistant support staff.