Institutional barriers to supporting diverse employees already at the University was discussed. Hawkins noted attending to the response to come from the Strategic Planning Committee and the need for training of existing staff. Hawkins supported the establishment of diversity resources directory and listings in the phone directory for the University diversity councils. Sue Buckley, Chair Recently met with Associate Vice President Small and will bring a series of recommendations to the Staff Council in summer. Jane Jakobsen, Chair Legislature or governor's office seems interested in holding the line on medical expenses.
Intent seems to be on holding or reducing current levels of costs for medical benefits.
Chair Thank you to the FYI for advertising the committee openings. Nominees are encouraged from Staff Council members in their own departments. Applications are down to date. Candidates will be named at the next meeting for a vote. Linda Bergquist, Chair Nominations for elections are being solicited.