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.
2018-2028
2024-2029
Most Recent Minutes: September 25, 2025
Most Recent Agenda: January 22, 2026
To address the Board during a business meeting, please see Section 10 of the Bylaws and contact Latellya Stewart at [email protected].
2011-2026
2018-2028
2024-2030
2016-2027
2024-2026
2016-2030
2024-2029
Vacancy
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
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
Caroline Wood, B.A., M.S., Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Success & Enrollment Management
[email protected] | 410-827-5858
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
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 of Liberal Arts and Sciences
[email protected] | 410-827-5844
Quick Links
Contact Information
President’s Office
Dorchester Administration Building
Second Floor
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.