Harper College Faculty Senate
Professional … pragmatic … principled … progressive
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Executive Board: Tom Dowd, President; Sean Noonan, Vice President; Anne Abasolo, Secretary; Linda Campbell, Treasurer; Dave Richmond, Grievance Officer; Michael Harkins, Past President |
Present: Andy Kidwell, Dave Braunschweig, Lynn Altfeld, Chad Taylor, Kim Fournier, Pat Hamlen, John Garcia, Wendy Mertes, Sunil Koswatta, Greg Clemons, Barb Anderson, Leslye Hess, Bobby Summers, Jim Edstrom, Tom Dowd, Sean Noonan, Linda Campbell, Dave Richmond, Anne Abasolo
Absent: Sue Overland, Kathi Nevels, Patti Ferguson, Sam Giordano, Michael Harkins
Guests: Enrique D’Amico
The meeting was called to order by President Tom Dowd at 12:19 PM.
II. Officers’ Reports
Vice President’s Report
Sean Noonan updated the Senate on the Achieving the Dream Program Shante Holley, Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Joan Kindle, Dr. Ender and Sean Noonan will be attending the “Achieving the Dream” conference in Austin, Texas in June. Sean mentioned the importance of faculty involvement and the many opportunities that will be available. The website address is www.achievingthedream.org to learn more about this program .
Grievance Officer’s Report
Dave Richmond announced that Sean Noonan was awarded “Newsletter of the Year” at the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) Banquet.
Treasurer’s Report
Linda Campbell informed the Senate that supplies were purchased for the Green Campaign; $10 for envelopes and $175 for postage. Linda also shared that she and Anne Abasolo would like to invite the new faculty to the IFT meeting on July 17th at 4pm in the Merchandise Mart.
Secretary’s Report
Anne Abasolo informed the Senate that the May Board of Trustees Meeting will be Tuesday, May 19th this month, not Thursday. She recommended contacting Tom Dowd if interested in joining other Senators for dinner before the meeting.
III. Consent Agenda
The minutes of April 9 and April 23, 2009 were reviewed. Jim Edstrom motioned to approve both sets of minutes, Andy Kidwell seconded; motion approved.
IV. Informational
Sean Noonan shared that the President’s Council Retreat was collegial.
During the retreat Dave Richmond met with Dr. Ender and scheduled a two hour meeting in July.
V. Old Business
§ Dual Credit
Wendy Mertes shared that she currently met with the Chairs and Coordinators to discuss advantages and disadvantage pertaining to the Dual Credit program. Wendy stated that she is on the Academic Standards Meeting Agenda tomorrow to also share the advantages and disadvantages with the committee. It was mentioned that Dr. Ender will be meeting with the High School Superintendents fall semester.
At 12:45pm Dr. Ender joined the meeting. He discussed the Achieving the Dream Program and informed the Senate that Chad Taylor has been asked to join the AD Core.
At 1:01 pm the meeting resumed.
VI. New Business
§ Professional Development
Sean Noonan reported that faculty can now use professional development funds to purchase DVD’s.
§ Faculty Handbook
Sunil Koswatta informed the Senate of major changes in the Faculty Handbook. Discussion ensued over the changes. Dave Richmond mentioned that the faculty should be consulted if it is not a routine change. He also stated that if there is an inconsistency the contract should be followed. Dave Braunschweig requested that the issue be addressed. Tom D. and Dave R. will talk with Marge tomorrow about scheduling a meeting.
§ Summer Hours
Two faculty previously requested forty-eight and forty-five hours in the summer.
The college is now limiting faculty to teach a maximum of twenty-three hours in the summer.
§ Approval of Curriculum Development Statement
Wendy Mertes shared the Curriculum Development Statement with the Senate and asked for approval before taking it to the Curriculum Committee.
Dave B. motioned to approve, Linda Campbell seconded; motioned approved.
Dave B. reminded the members to participate in the Foundation on behalf of the Senate.
At 1:29pm Greg Clemons motioned to adjourn, Leslye Hess seconded; motion approved.
Respectfully Submitted,
Anne Abasolo