There were 8 selection committees, which were White, with 8 White hires. Questions were asked as to why we need to separate them out. Karen Tallman said we also have to be careful of our interpretation. Janet said recruitment is different. Jeremy said it s important we look at data and develop criteria.
Group needs to decide on important groupings.
Pat said we need to look separately at career and library staff. Another element that makes a difference is availability of librarians. Atifa said both her and Midhat have been pro-diversity when they ve served on committees. There are two processes here. Robert agreed If we can make a decision on that- we are not going to appoint them.