There being no report from the Ad hoc Committee on the Accumulation of Sick Leave by Academic Administrators, the discussion of the topic was deferred. The Fall 2001 Schedule is set. Dr. Watts reported that President Meehan has the memo regarding the Academic Council s action on the Policy regarding the Accumulation of Sick Leave by Faculty. He is awaiting Department Head Council input before taking action. Peehip costs are expected to rise.
Advocacy is needed from educators to support funding for higher education.
The amended schedule was unanimously approved. The schedule will be presented to the President for approval. The Registrar s office in particular is affected by the change. Transcripts my not be provided or mailed as quickly as has been the practice. Customer service will decline especially at high demand times such as registration, preview days, etc.