Moreover, after the computer fiasco a few weeks ago, she also felt that he lines of communication with the faculty had been curtailed. A discussion ensued regarding the entire issue of the relation between the faculty and the administration over library issues and in particular over whether faculty should be involved in the type of fundraising activities represented by the emergent Friends organization. Several faculty members believed that this would not be a wise idea and would not solve the problem. The motion was tabled. The Faulty Organization asserts the professional qualifications of the professional staff, as well as of the faculty, and would encourage the Dean to show respect for the qualifications of those under his supervision.
Motion passes viva voce.
Mary Barton of USC Union will serve as Chair of the Senate. Mary Barton has set up a timeline to have this completed and would like to have all the changes in hand by May 20. These will be made available to the faculty. The Committee has met a number of times over the past few months. The committee has been occupied with ironing out the details of the ceremony and the logistics of speakers, music, and reception catering.