The group introduced themselves. Mary, Janine and Clevonne provided background about the ACE-Kellogg project and the emergence of this particular Roundtable group. We set several ground rules for the conversation, including encouraging ourselves to challenge our assumptions and to be respectful of our colleagues. There has to be a balance of personal development and course content. We don't see ourselves as educators.
Separation is o.k.
Candyce observed that students come less prepared to learn than in the past. They have many problems with managing their lives. Student Affairs and faculty must be integrated so that student's needs are met. It is also important for students to connect with faculty so that they can become mentors. So integration is needed.