I. Call to Order/Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Don Cordero at 1:45 p.m. Senators present: Margaret Boone (AAS, Ext. 3313), Lois Carroll (Instructional Support Serv., Ext. 3226), Betty Christopher (Commercial Services, Ext. 3341), Don Cordero (Pres/Counseling, Ext. 3142), Judy Hooper (Student Services, Ext. 3146), Diane McKay (Communications, Ext. 3418), Mike McKenna (AAS, 2752), Cliff Monroe (Technology, Ext. 3349), Diane Pette (Student Services, Ext. 3138), Joan Powers (ESL, Ext. 3401), and Karl Ting (Math, Ext. 3442). Also present: Adel Elkadi (ASB Rep), Husam Asfoor (ASB Rep), and Diane Lamkin (Curriculum Committee Chair). Guests Present: Chica Brown, Carolyn Kuri, Arne Lunde, Manny Magallon, and Mike Rao.

II. Approval of the Minutes

The minutes for the March 13, 1997, meeting were accepted and approved as submitted (M/S/U - Pette/McKay).

III. Order of the Agenda

The following changes were made to today's order of agenda (M/S/U - Hooper/Christopher):

Correct Item VI.B.4. The item should read, "Appoint Faculty to Title III Advisory Committee."

Item VIII.B will be discussed immediately after Item VII.A.

Discuss Items VII. and VIII.C simultaneously.

IV. Oral Communication from the Public

There was no oral communication from the public.

V. Information & Announcements

1. Don urged the Senators to recruit faculty to apply for the Chair of the Program Review Committee, to serve on the Content Review Subcommittee, and to nominate candidates for the Academic Senate President's position. To date, no one has volunteered for any of the above.

2. Cliff Monroe announced that Mission College has officially been selected as the prototype for technology by the state of California. Everyone involved is scurrying to display the equipment donated by Intel, and Cliff commended Ruth Madalena for all her efforts on this endeavor. It would never have succeeded without her. Mike Rao commended Ruth, Cliff, and others as well for contributing to the success of the Manufacturing Lab.

3. Cliff announced he attended the state Academic Senate's Vocational Education Leadership seminar with Margaret Boone and Laurie Collins. He received an excellent VE information

book resource at the workshop. He thanked the Senate for sponsoring his attendance.

4. Dr. Chip Anderson, a nationally renowned educator and lecturer will be the keynote speaker on Student Success at Mission College on Friday, April 18, 1997, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the Hospitality Management Dining Room. Flex credit is available for those who attend this workshop sponsored by Staff Development, the Retention Committee, and Title III.

(The Academic Senate supports this workshop as an important direction for Mission College.)

5. A Workforce Development workshop will be held April 12 (from 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.) and April 25, 1997 (from 9:00 a.m. to Noon) at the San Jose State Professional Development Center. Faculty will be provided with information and tools to assist in the VATEA required curriculum analysis of SCANS skills. All faculty are invited, especially those in Career Programs who are currently funded by VATEA monies this year. A stipend recognizing your commitment and participation will be paid at the completion of the activity. The amount is yet to be determined.

6. Don reported that the Board of Trustees is expected to receive bids for the remaining 6.25 acres of Mission College land at this evening's Board meeting.

7. Congratulations to Mina Jahan and Edith Dooley, who are to be granted tenure at this evening's Board meeting.

VI. Administrative Business/Actions/Appointments

A. Curriculum - Diane Lamkin reported that the Curriculum Committee will present a packet of curriculum to the Board for approval on April 3, 1997.

B. Committee Appointments

1. Workforce Development Subcommittee of the Senate - The Senators confirmed the appointment of Dick Przybylski to this committee (M/S/U - Monroe/Pette).

2. Appoint Tenure Review Committees - The tenure review team for Jean Replicon of Tom Trask, Diane Lamkin, and DeeDee Bicocca was confirmed by the Senate (M/S/U -Pette/ Christopher).

At this time Don noted that other faculty up for tenure review are Ann Cowels, Hays Dennis, Christy Coobatis, and Daniel Franco. It was also noted that Jean Replicon has been having

tremendous success with an all day Microbiology class held on Fridays.

3. Appoint Faculty to Task Force on Renumbering Courses - The Senators confirmed the appointment of Laurie Collins and Don Cordero to this committee (M/S/U - Elkadi/Powers).

4. Appoint Faculty to Title III Advisory Committee - Don advised that Carol Toppel

has volunteered to serve on this committee. However, the committee asked for "instructional faculty." Don will clarify the definition of "instructional faculty," and bring this back to the Senate at its next meeting.

C. Staff Recognition - No motions were made today.

VII. Old Business

A. Questions & Answer Period w Dr. Rao

Mike expressed his appreciation to the Academic Senate, and to faculty in general, for maintaining a relationship of mutual respect and collegiality with him after three years as President. He continues to try to be fair, trustworthy, and respectful to classified staff, the students, and faculty. He commended Don as the Academic Senate President, stating that Don articulates the needs and concerns of faculty exceptionally well. Although they do not always agree, Don is always open to hear, listen, and consider an alternate view. Mike expressed deep appreciation for Don's philosophical approach to education.

Don asked Mike to update the Senators on the OIG committee, and Mike stated that the Division Chairs are not convinced that the present structure is not working. They have agreed to conduct a survey to see how the system is working. Mike noted that there are no funds for additional administrative positions. Mike serves as the Chair on this committee, and anyone can submit a request to the OIG for consideration via the chair. Any decisions made by the committee will be collegial.

Dr. Rao discussed the college's strategic plan, indicating that balance of curriculum is the key, providing direction for program review, marketing, budget allocations, etc. He stressed the importance of maintaining a focus on the college's strengths and existing foundation. He is spending more time in the community, trying to connect Silicon Valley corporations to the college in keeping with the strategic plan. Mike admittedly has reduced his presence on campus and attendance at division meetings, but he will be more than happy to attend any division meeting if he is invited. He asked the Senators to consider how to strengthen the college's relationships and ties with the community and advise him accordingly.

Questions from the Senators veered to the Economic Development Institute (EDI). Mike stated that EDI is an organization that brings management and coordination to Contract Education, Community Education, AlTrans, the Small Business Development Center, and other groups. It is anticipated that EDI will provide the college with more opportunities than available in the past.

Mike asked the Senators for their view on the campus climate. Most indicated that generally, morale was good, except for the feelings regarding a salary increase, which is primarily a district issue. It was suggested to Mike that he emphasize to faculty the reality of welfare and educational reforms that are on the horizon. Faculty sometimes can be complacent and unwilling to consider alternate modes of operation in order to keep up with the times. Mike offered to conduct a meaningful discussion on this subject on Flex Day. Dianne McKay volunteered to make a presentation with Helene Flolo and DeeDee Bicocca on an integrated program they have developed between the Nursing and Reading Departments.

Regarding graduation, Dr. Rao announced that after much discussion and consideration, this year's ceremony will take place as announced. He has asked the Board and the Chancellor to consider creative ideas as to how they can attend both graduations.

As agreed, Item VIII.B will be the next item discussed.

VIII. New Business

B. Consider Proposal to Increase Student Health Fee

Rosalyn Chan explained that in order to remain eligible for state funding in the amount of $125,000 to the district, the health fees must equal the maximum legal amount, which is currently set at $11.00. She asked the Senate to support an increase in the student health fee from $10.00 to $11.00, starting Fall 1997, and an increase in the summer rate from $7.00 to $8.00 starting the summer of 1998. Roz reported that she has brought the proposal to various entities on campus, including the ASB, which voted to support the increase.

The Senators unanimously passed the following motion (M/S/U - Pette/Boone):

"that the Mission College Academic Senate supports the decision to increase the health fee by $1.00 per semester."

At this time, Mr. Lunde, member of the Board of Trustees, was introduced to the Senators. Mr. Lunde has served on the Board for two years and has two years remaining. He has been visiting Mission College frequently and he is looking forward to leasing the last 6.37 acre parcel of Mission College land. He expressed concern at the cost of legal fees, and he is anxious to reduce those fees. Arne reported his view on the graduation schedule, indicating that the Board should consider alternatives to the problem.

VII. Old Business (Continued)

B. Review Computer Applications Course Policy

The Senators agreed to specific changes in the policy. Don requested that they review the proposed changes with their constituents and be prepared to approve the policy at its second reading at the next Senate meeting.

C. Review & Discuss Draft of MC Shared Governance Policy/First Reading

Suggestions and recommendations were compiled into a new version of the document and forwarded to each Senator through E-mail. Don asked that any other recommendations be forwarded to Grace for compilation into the document.

Adel Elkadi, ASB Representative to the Academic Senate, distributed a list of the ASB's recommendations and concerns relative to the proposed document. These will be incorporated and distributed to the Senators.

Don announced his intention to devote Thursday, April 17, 1997, from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., on this subject in a college-wide faculty forum with Mike, and on Friday, April 18, 1997, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., for classified staff and others to attend. A third forum for student participation may be held as well. He emphasized the need for the college to develop a policy on shared governance with full cooperation from all constituencies.

D. Discuss Charter for Subcommittee to Develop New Procedures for Determining which Depts. will Receive new Faculty

This item was postponed to the next Senate meeting.

VIII. New Business

A. Discuss Usage of Computer Laboratories

This item was postponed to the next Senate meeting.

C. Discuss Process for Establishing New Departments

This item was postponed to the next Senate meeting.

D. Discuss Establishing New Department of Mfg. Technology

This item was postponed to the next Senate meeting.

IX. Reports

1. Board Agenda Report - Bids on the 6.37 acre parcel of Mission College land will be accepted at tonight's Board meeting. Don noted that Board negotiations are conducted in closed session and the public does not have ample time or opportunity to speak to the issue.

2. College Budget Advisory Committee Report - Don reported that a fair amount of discussion takes place at these meetings, particularly since the committee is so large. This committee provides an opportunity for people to become educated on budget issues. He expressed concern that there is no concerted effort to coordinate budget allocations with the college's goals. The committee has set aside $20,000 for new program development, which is commendable. The difficulty is that large expenditures for technology diminish the number of smaller expenditures needed throughout the college.

3. Chancellor's Advisory Committee Report - The group has formed a charter, function, and membership list.

4. Performance Goals Committee Report - The committee does not have any FTE to allocate causing some concern (consternation) between the committee and budget managers.

5. Others:

Diane Pette attended the Santa Clara Liaison Committee. Mission College's 20th Year Celebration was discussed, and she remarked that Mike has, in essence has put Mission College on the map as far as the city is concerned. September 20, 1997, has been tentatively set for the celebration. Also, Dr. Rao reported that one million dollars has been allocated by the state for plans and drawings for the Library-Media Building

X. Correspondence, Publications, & Announcements

Correspondence

Publications/Minutes

1. A questions and answers paper from the California Community Colleges on Welfare Reform

Initiatives, dated March 5, 1997.

2. The March 14, 1997, issue of the DVC FORUM.

Announcements/Conferences

1. All Mission College Faculty and Staff are invited to attend a lecture by Dr. Chip Anderson on Student Success, Friday, April 18, 1997, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in HM Dining Room.

2. A creative writing contest, sponsored by the Mission College English Department, is under way. Deadline for submission is April 14, 1997, and rules are available from the department.

3. The City of Santa Clara is hosting their third annual open house in conjunction with the Santa

Clara Arts and Historical Consortium's Art Fest on Saturday, May 3, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., at Santa Clara City Hall.

4. The Names Project AIDS Memorial Quilt will be on display at Ohlone College in the Epler Gymnasium from April 6-8, 1997.\

5. The Mission College Commencement Committee is sponsoring a design competition for the

annual commencement banner and graduation program cover. A prize of $50 will be awarded. Designs should be submitted to Jackie Capurro by April 30th. For additional information, please contact Jackie.

6. The CCA Conference Series will hold its Spring Council and W.H.O. awards on May 2-4, 1997, at the Doubletree in San Francisco. The theme is, Challenges to the Future: The Future is Now."

7. The 1997 California Great Teachers Seminar will be held August 3-8, 1997, in Santa Barbara. Registration forms are available from the Academic Senate Office.

8. The retirees and long-term employees recognition reception will be held Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Mariani's Restaurant in Santa Clara.

9. The March 1997, issue of UP>Date from Ed>Net.

XI. Future Agenda Items

No future agenda items were added to today's meeting.

Don wished everyone a great vacation, and the meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m. (M/S/U - Pette/McKenna). These minutes are respectfully submitted by Grace Hazán, Academic Senate Secretary.