Nina Bhatt reported on the recent creation of a pilot program of graduate student affiliates in Pierson and Trumbull colleges. The details of what activities and privileges these positions will involve are yet to be worked out. As Nina alone has already received 30 inquiries from grad students, concern was raised over whether an adequate number of positions exist to meet the level of interest. Chair Warren announced the trial implementation of a new GSA meeting format. This may become a part of the by-laws.
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The Health Plan Student Advisory Committee should take up the question. Suggestions for future meeting snacks should be forwarded to Benjamin Kirkup. The committee is still tracking down the precise dollar amount of the GSA annual budget. It was recommended that a past resident of university housing be included as well. The question was raised as to whether the University has a long-rang plan for acquiring new housing properties.