The committee asked the Alumni Board to encourage the University to appropriate money specifically for networking purposes on-line. Channing called for a motion to accept and approve the appropriation of money for networking purposes. On a motion by Skip Downham, second by Kelly Olmstead, the request was approved. Marilyn informed the Board that the University had approved a new position, Communications Specialist. This person will be responsible for the coordination of electronic communication initiatives which seek to raise the visibility of Southwestern University among and market its programs and services to targeted constituencies.
Current parents are better information providers to new parents.
Name, address, telephone number, high school, graduation date and web access need to be identified. The committee in San Antonio February 25 to make recommendations for award recipients and candidates to the Board. The motion passed. Each motion passed. The Board encouraged the Alumni Office to schedule Board meetings while students are on campus.