PRESENT: E. Baxter, I. Benz, P. Bishop, C. Boettrich, F. Burger, S. Cable (Vice-President), B. Connell, K. Eirich, S. ElRayess, M. Ewanechko, S. Fess, S. Forsyth, M. Fugate, C.T. Gilbert, E. Grissing, R. Hamell, A. Hughes, N. Karolinski, R. Kennedy, P. Keyes, D. Leach, A. Leopard, M. Marino, J. McKenna, S. Murphy, J. Nelson, P. Peterson, M. Rizzo, S. Ruckert, D. Shaw, D. Smith, B. Smithgall, E. Stewart, J. Thompson, M. Timmons, V. Toth, T. Tugel (President), P. Wakem, H. Wheeler ( Secretary), W.Willard,.H. Wynn-Preische, W. Yanklowski.
ABSENT: R. DeFelice, K. Doyle, J. Ekis, K. Huggins, D. Mueller, M. Pastorella,
GUESTS: C. Brown-Wallace, S. Blacklaw, K. Collins, B. Connolly, M. Fine, S. Gunther, J. Hinkelman, K. Marhatta, M. Martinez, J. Rao, J. Witherspoon
STUDENTS: T. Pinkins
1. Meeting called to order: 3:40 p.m.
a. Terri welcomed everyone back for the spring semester
2. Guest Speaker: Kate Marhatta introduces Precollegiate Programs in the Education Department at MCC
a. Susan Gunther, Coordinator for Liberty Partnerships Programs (LPP) provided an overview of the program
i. LPP serves Rochester City School District (RCSD) students in grades 7-12 who are at-
risk for dropping out of school
ii. Currently the program serves 183 students and provides such services as case management, academic support, tutoring, personal support, home visits, and various enrichment activities including career exploration, college preparation, social and cultural activities, and community service projects.
b. Maria Martinez provided an overview of the Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP), which she coordinates
i. STEP serves Monroe County middle or high school students from under-represented ethnic groups or students who are economically disadvantaged in order to increase the potential of the target group to complete degrees in science, math, technology, health-related fields, and licensed professions.
ii. The program provides career, social, and academic advisement; tutoring; and assistance with college research, financial aid, and application process.
c. Carmelita Brown-Wallace Director of Upward Bound provided an overview of the program
i. Upward Bound targets RCSD high school students who exhibit academic potential, express an interest in attending college, who are either first generation college students or
meet federal low income guidelines.
ii. The program provides career, social, and academic advisement; tutoring; study skills,
college entrance exam preparation; college visits; cultural activities; volunteer
opportunities; help with college and financial aid applications; parental empowerment; and counseling.
3. Announcements: T. Tugel
a. The Executive Committee is currently prioritizing the issues and concerns raised both at the December All Faculty Senate meeting and those expressed on index cards.
b. The EC looked at the Resolutions after questions were raised at the Dec. meeting regarding the procedures for the Liberal Arts Dean search. SCAA will conduct a search separate from the administration, hold open hearings, and forward its recommendation to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Faculty in the Liberal Arts division will be able to express their vote in accordance with the Resolutions.
4. Student Announcements: Troy Pinkins, Brighton Student Government Association
a. The following activities are upcoming at the Brighton Campus: welcome back ice-cream social, clubs and organizations activity day, muncha buncha chicken wing eating contest, and a free style Friday rap/poetry competition.
b. The Student Government Association is available to make a short visit to classrooms to address students regarding the opportunities and benefits of being involved in co-curricular activities. Senators were asked to share this information with their constituents. Interested faculty can contact Betty Stewart in the Campus Center. An announcement will be placed in the Tribune.
c. Troy thanked the Senate for their support and announced that he’s resigning his position as SGA Vice President as he’s been appointed as Student Trustee.
5. Approval of Minutes: Minutes from the December 15, 2005 meeting were approved as amended.
6. Standing Committee Reports
Academic Policies Committee -- E.Grissing
The APC is meeting after the Senate meeting to discuss the results of the questionnaire regarding the withdrawal policy.
NEG - S. Murphy
No report.
Curriculum – A. Leopard
The Curriculum Committee has posted the following 1/20/06 – 2/2/06:
One New Course:
NC23F ENT 180 Introduction to the Entrepreneurial Enterprise (Special Studies)
Six Course Revisions:
CR28F BIO 230 Molecular Genetics
CR29F ENG 251 Technical Writing
CR30F ENG 250 Professional Communication
CR31F BIO 155 General Biology I
CR32F BIO 226 Bioanalytical Techniques II
CR33F BIO 137 Biology of HIV and AIDS Infection
Two Course Deactivations:
CD2F TAM 156 Advanced Tool Room Processes
CD6F BIO 164 General Zoology without Laboratory
One Program Revision:
PR5F Precision Machining AAS Degree
The Curriculum Committee has given final approval to the following:
Ten New Courses:
NC13F EMG 208 Terrorism Response Planning
NC14F EMG 205 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management
NC15F EMG 202 Mitigation for Emergency Managers
NC16F EMG 106 Emergency Response Planning
NC17F EMG 201 Disaster Response and Recovery Operations
NC18F EMG 104 Resource and Donation Management
NC19F EMG 103 Developing Volunteer Resources
NC20F BUS 281 PAETEC Inc. Business Collaborative (Special Studies)
NC21F COM 130 Media Writing
NC22F CDL 115 Job Search Strategies
Three Course Deactivations:
CD3F BIO 160 General Botany
CD4F BIO 165 General Zoology
CD5F BIO 215 Genetics
Fourteen Course Revisions:
CR9F PLE 108 Corrections Officer Basic Training
CR12F BIO 139 Growth and Aging: The Biology of Human Development
CR13F BIO 221 Principles of Biochemistry
CR15F BIO 250 Evolution
CR16F BIO 252 Current Topics in Biology Seminar
CR17F BIO 260 General Ecology
CR18F BIO 265 Vertebrate Zoology
CR19F BIO 266 Biology of Vascular Plants
CR21F BIO 135 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
CR22F CIT 112 CAD for Construction
CR23F MET 203 Technical Mechanics, Statics
CR24F CIT 204 Strength of Materials
CR25 FSA 203 Culinary Arts II
CR27 BIO 156 General Biology II
Senators should watch for upcoming Tribune announcements regarding changes to the Curriculum database.
SCAA -- T. Gilbert
The search for the new Dean of Liberal Arts is ongoing. The committee plans to begin viewing information from potential candidates on March 31, 2006. They are working on strategies to work with incoming information and developing a time frame for the process and the open hearings. The search for a new Director of Public Safety is coming to a close as is the search for a new Controller.
Planning – B. Connell
The Planning Committee has received grant proposals and will begin assessing them next week. The Strategic Planning Committee met with Kent Gardner, representative for the Center for Governmental Research. Presentations by the President and the Vice Presidents among others begin this Friday.
Professional Development – J. Thompson
Jeff thanked everyone for helping and attending the January workshops for which feedback has been positive. The website has been updated to indicate the following deadlines: applications for leave for professional advancement--March 31, Hanson Award Nominations—April 6, and nominations for the MCC Award for Professional Service—April 6.
7. Old Business
none
8. New Business
none
Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Terri Tugel Holly Wheeler
President Secretary
Minutes approved at theFebruary 16, 2006 Faculty Senate meeting.
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