Currently permission to go to formal design process is being sought. Faculty in the arts are excited about the proposal because it provides what is needed and has a nice feel to it that will be better for Emory than a single monolith. This plan is expected to meet the forseeable needs of the arts for the next ten years at least. The planning has actively involved the academic departments and continues to do so. Fishburne will be available for parking for evening performances.
Funds have yet to be raised.
University Research Committee Melanie Kingston presented the report of the Committee. The report was received with thanks to the Committee for its work. Faculty Relations Committee Chairman Rich Freer reported that there were no hearings this year and that the Committee is actively working on revising the grey book and the procedures used in grey book hearings. Carter Center Liaison Luther Smith reported on the creation of the program and reminded Council members that they need to serve as recruiters for the program. Distinguished Lectureship Luke Johnson reported that the committee will be sending a list of nominations to the Council for their comments.