Sue reported that the Guidelines that the Senate of Academic Staff approved on January 7 have been forwarded to UW System for further approval. UW Oshkosh Institution Specific Initiative Kurt Zimmerman and Sue Neitzel reported on the meeting that was held on this item. Adult Education, Economic Development and Access. Our focus has been more in the Adult Education and Development area. There is an interest in using instructional academic staff to assist in this initiative, especially for outreach.
Funds are available for new programs and service development.
Jeanne announced that two Academic Staff members volunteered to serve as reviewers for the Student Employee of the Year Award. He enjoyed the meeting very much. Twelve schools were present. The Budget is six months late in starting due to delay in old budget. The Reps discussed autonomy from the state regarding funds.