Vice President for Extended Programs and Regional Development

Dr. Susan Elkins

The Vice President for Extended Programs and Regional Development administers the University's outreach and extension programs that include distance learning, off-campus programs, special courses and events, public service initiatives, grants and special projects, and regional development activities. Dr. Elkins is charged with ensuring success of several key elements of the TTU Strategic Plan, including improved access, P-16/ Regional Development, Community College relations, and expanded extended education presence, liaison with the Regents Online Degree Program office, and expanded community relations in the Upper Cumberland area of our state.  The position also works closely with non-traditional students in the University and throughout the region.  

Dr. Elkins also serves as Dean of the School of Interdisciplinary Studies and is an associate professor in the College of Education.

Contact Information

The office of the vice president for extended programs and regional development is located on the ground floor (Room 003) of Henderson Hall on the Tennessee Tech campus. To contact this office, please use the following:

Address
Tennessee Tech University
Extended Programs and Regional Development
P.O. Box 5073
Cookeville, TN 38505-0001

Phone
(931) 372.3394

Fax
(931) 372.3499

E-mail
SElkins@tntech.edu