The meeting was called to order by President Dianne McKay at 2:09 p.m.

The minutes for the April 8, 1999, meeting were accepted and approved as submitted (M/S/U - Monroe/DelFrate).

It was agreed (M/S/U - that the order of agenda would be changed to accommodate guests (M/S/U - Monroe/Cowels).

Jim Taylor presented documents for the Senators to review in support of forming an Athletics Department as part of the CATA Division. Jim was asked to follow the adopted policy of the Senate for creating a new department and present it to the Senate in that format for the Senate's consideration and approval.

Carolyn Kuri advised that graduation will be held May 28, 1999, at 7:30 p.m. She noted that this is scheduled later than usual and was seeking direction on whether or not to hold the usual reception after the ceremony. The Senators indicated their support for holding a reception as usual.

Carolyn Fisher reported that ACE now has a web page which will include the newsletter and the current contract. It has been suggested that old contracts be posted as well. She asked for support for the increase in ACE dues from .04% to .05%. Independent districts run approximately the same amount - $30-45/month; the affiliated districts are much higher because they have AFT/CTA dues as well. This increase will support an increase in release time, an increase in pay for Associate Faculty who participate on the ACE Executive Council negotiation team, as well as legal fees. She explained that the past temporary increase in dues was used to replenish the account for attorney's fees. Carolyn explained that every time ACE meets with the Public Employees Relation Board, ACE has to pay for its attorney, but the district is reimbursed by the state for their cost. Faculty votes are due in by April 30, 1999; and faculty are urged to vote.

Carolyn Fisher announced that Clo Hampton, the current President of ACE, is running for the FACCC Presidency. FACCC Faculty members are urged to send in their ballots, which have been mailed to their homes.

1. The WACAC Event starts tonight and tomorrow.

2. A Speech Tournament will be held at Mission College on May 6, 1999.

3. A Title 3 Showcase & Recognition Reception will be held at Mission College on Monday, May 10th, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., in E1-603. The showcase will highlight the projects, programs, and equipment funded by the grant during the last five years. Refreshments will be served.

4. Senator Monroe is involved in the development of an Engineering Technology Program within Santa Clara County which includes Oak Grove High School as a partner in the program; their students will transfer to Mission College in drafting, engineering, semi-conductor programs.

Intel sponsored the program and provided $250,000. Bill Juarez, the program instructor at Oak Grove, was nominated and selected Innovative Teacher of the Year through Intel. He will receive $25,000 to reproduce the program at a high school of our choosing, which will be Milpitas High School. Bill received $10,000 and a computer.

A. Curriculum Committee - No Curriculum Committee business was discussed today.

B. Staff Recognition - Staff Recognition Resolutions for the Mission College Library Media Technicians Jerry Biggs, Eileen Parrish, Pam Phillips, Martha Pugno, Elizabeth Rein, and Barbara Scott were submitted by Judie Smith and unanimously approved by the Senators. A sample resolution follows; each one was modified with additional "whereas" statements appropriate to the individual technician:

C. Committee Appointments

1. Appoint Faculty to Library Infill Committee - Amelia Akers-Martin, Teri Chiang, and Ann Cowels to this committee (M/S/U - Monroe/Smith).

2. Confirm Tenure Review Team for Karen Bell-Cheung - The Senators unanimously approved the team of Mary Moore, Evelyn Riegert, and DeeDee Bicocca (M/S/U - Hill/Monroe).

3. Select Senators to Serve on Selection Committee for Faculty Recognition Program - Teri Chiang, Judie Del Frate, and Cliff Monroe were selected to serve on this committee (M/S/U - Cordero).

1. Technology Committee Report - The first Distance Learning Committee meeting is being held today.

2. PFE Steering Committee - Dianne reported that the MC allocation process for PFE funds was noted as an exemplary process at the Spring Plenary Session of the ASCCC, and her

presentation on same was very well attended and received very well. Don stated that Dianne made an excellent presentation.

3. Budget Allocation Model Committee - Don reported that the subgroup of the committee presented a proposal to the EMT and the Chancellor. The presentation was well received and he recommended that the item be placed on a future agenda for an in-depth discussion. The

proposal would change what is currently viewed as funds available for negotiations by collective-bargaining units. Dianne noted that she received totally independent and unsolicited praise of Don's involvement and leadership on this committee from the Chancellor and the President. Kudos to Senator Cordero.

a) Summer Stipend for Senate President - Dianne advised that the Academic Senate Presidents currently receive $500 as a stipend for Senate related work that takes place over the summer. The original request was for $2,500, and she and Jim Wilczak, President of the WVC Academic Senate would like to approach the Chancellor with a request to reconsider the

original amount of $2,500; the current stipend is totally inadequate. She asked for the Senators' views on this matter, and they indicated strong support for this request.

The order of agenda was suspended and moved to Item VIII.B.

Senator Monroe distributed copies of an Articulation Handbook prepared by the Workforce Silicon Valley Articulation Task Force. The concept is to link the college and high school educational systems of Silicon Valley. The purpose of articulation is to permit students to progress from one course, program, or educational level to the next without repetition, loss of time, and/or resources. The process is founded on competency-based career interests. The process and format that connects high schools and colleges encourage students to set educational goals to ease their transition from high school to college and into the workforce.

Discussion ensured on how this proposal differs from the college's current policy, whether or not the course is transferable, and whether or not the Curriculum Committee is involved. Cliff explained that if the high school course has met the objectives of its equivalent at the college level, the student will not have to repeat the course once he enters college. He/she does not receive college credit for the course, but the student can enter the next level course and select an elective course within the program to fulfill the required number of units. The student may choose to challenge the college course in order to obtain credit.

Cliff stated that once approved by the Senate, the proposal will be brought to Counseling and Admissions and Records. This is a voluntary program and applies to vocational education as well as academic programs. In addition, the program can serve as an excellent marketing tool for the college.

It was agreed that the Senators will share this information with their constituents and further discussion and possible approval will be considered at the next Senate meeting.

The order of agenda was resumed.

A. Continue Discussion on Program for International Students

Discussion continued on the various aspects of the Program for International Students. Several spoke to the issue, citing concerns relative to the impact this program will have on resident students, the institution, its resources, and whether the program benefits the college, and if so, how. It was opined that international students displace local citizens, use library resources and other support services, draining the college's resources. The college's funds and energy could be put to better use in outreach programs to areas that geographically house potential under-represented students. At the last Senate meeting, Director Qazi noted that SJSU bars international students from impacted programs until there is room. During a brief discussion regarding the financial aspect of the program, it was stated that the revenue received from international students flows back into the program and the program carries its own weight. It was also stated that the students are guaranteed admission into the credit program if they meet certain requirements.

Don explained that he brought this matter to the Senate so that it could take a position relative to the program. If we continue to have the program, then it behooves the college to fully support it. It was agreed that a decision has to be made relative to the comfort level within the college for the program and how to interface with credit programs. President McKay asked Senators Cordero and Patton to prepare a recommendation for the Senate's consideration on how to proceed on this matter.

Senator Cordero advised the Senate that his division has elected to leave the current structure as is. On that basis, he has decided not to pursue the matter further. He is content with the charge to the Library Infill Committee to consider the conversion when fulfilling its charge.

Senator Smith presented the updated Library's policy on the collection and maintenance of Library materials to the Senate for the Senators' review and information.

The Chancellor has asked the Senate Presidents to reach resolution regarding commencement events for the year 2000. Dianne and Jim Wilczak, President of the WVC Academic Senate would like to form a committee comprised of the two Senate Presidents, a representative from ACE, and the two College Presidents to prepare recommendations for the Senates to consider.

The matter was discussed briefly and it was suggested that a Board member be invited to participate on the committee. In general, the Senators directed Dianne to proceed as stated above.

Dianne reported that the Presidential Candidate Forums have been scheduled for next week, and there may be a conflict with the Senate's meeting schedule and the forum. The Senators directed Dianne to cancel the joint meeting of the Senate and the Curriculum Committee if indeed there is a conflict with the forum schedule. There was a brief discussion on how the hiring process will progress, and Dianne stated that each finalist will be interviewed by the Board members during dinner after the forums, which will probably be held from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. As Chair of the Search Committee, Dianne stated that the procedure, in her view, to date has been clean and fair.

The agenda items for the joint meeting of the Curriculum Committee (CC) and the MC Academic Senate (MCAS) were listed as follows:

* Space/Resources allocation with respect to approval of courses: Does approval generate space?

Do we need a better needs assessment? What is CRC's role?

* Allowable course overlap and articulation between departments and divisions at Mission.

* Articulation agreement with WVC.

* Faculty proposing courses in another department: Do they need prior approval of the department/division? What if the department does not exist?

* Hours by Arrangement: the different varieties

a) loaded vs. unloaded

b) unit credit for students vs. no credit

c) accountability on course outline

d) apportionment claimed by college

* Global Ed:

a) How to determine need for these courses

b) Overlap with existing departments

c) Interdisciplinary Studies FSA: Need to indicate specific FSA areas that are to be included in a IS FSA.

* Training vs. Education (e.g.. Cisco courses)

* Limiting unit size of certificates by creating more advanced certificates

* Clarification of Associate Degree level ESL courses being excluded from the standard advisories of eligibility for English 108A and Reading 53.

* Issue of Representation on Curriculum Committee. The Senate should consider some means to mandate representation from all divisions and impose some form of consequence if mandate not met.

* Discuss possible PG&D Credit for Curriculum Committee members

* The function of the Curriculum Committee - Technological vs. Philosophical functions - Gateway or Gatekeeper function.

* MC Course Renumbering

* Mandate regular joint meetings of the MCAS and CC at least once per semester.

* Encourage a team of CC members to attend the state Academic Senate sponsored Curriculum Institute this summer with Dianne.

1. Board Meeting - Last night's Board meeting was a strategic conversation on the new academic computer system. Don reiterated that the installation of a new system is a perfect opportunity for course renumbering. The old system could not handle the carry-over and history that would have to be maintained in order to cross-reference the courses.

2. District Council - The committee did not meet this week.

3. College Budget Advisory Committee - The committee is proceeding with the strategic directions, prioritizations for the budget process.

a) District Budget Advisory Committee - The committee reviewed several budgets: Fund 61, Contract Ed, DBAC, and others. The committee also started its budget preparation for the 1999-2000 budget.

b) Spring Plenary Session of the State Academic Senate - Dianne reported that Linda Collins from Los Medanos College was elected as the new Senate President, Hoke Simpson was elected Vice-President, and Ellen Liggins from Pasadena City College was elected Secretary. A number of resolutions were passed, reaffirming the Senate's support for affirmative action and fair and equitable hiring practices. A number of resolutions relative to the vocational area, and many PFE related resolutions. Dianne noted that PFE funds were to be $100 million/year for 10 years. The colleges received $100 million this year, and it appeared that next year's funds would be cut by 90% to $10 million. Several resolutions were passed relative to the cut in PFE and the performance level would be in accord with the cuts.

c) Land Corporation - * Don reported that Dr. Cepeda requested that the Land Corporation consider support for the Library Building in the event that a portion of the state funding falls through. * Don also reported that his proposal to house the district offices in Silicon Valley received some response. His intent is to gain greater exposure for the district in Silicon Valley and enhance fund raising events. It is time to examine the possibility of a new identity for the district and the members of the Board appeared to be giving the concept some thought. * Don expressed his concern that the Land Corporation funds will be trickled away with a great number of small projects. Several projects will be proposed by Les White, and Don would like the Board to consider and review these projects with caution.

1. Letter dated April 7, 1999, from the state Chancellor's Office re: Consultation Review Task Final Report. Action requested by June 1, 1999.

1. The minutes for the March 4, 1999, meeting of ACE.

2. The April 1999, issue of Accreditation NOTES.

3. The April 1999, issue of Perspective from CFT/AFT/AFL-CIO.

4. A copy of the resolutions presented at the Spring Plenary Session of the State Academic Senate

for consideration.

5. The 4th draft of a position paper prepared on local Vocational Education Committee and presented at the Spring Plenary Session of the Academic Senate for ASCCC.

6. A paper on the development of an Accreditation Handbook.

7. A Developmental Education Task Force Report from the Los College Academic Senate dated Spring 1998.

8. The agenda for the April 21, 1999, meeting of the M-WVCCD Land Corporation, and its minutes for March 18, 1999.

9. The agenda for the April 21, 1999, meeting of DBAC.

1. The 1999 AHE Assessment Conference will be held in Denver, Colorado, June 13-16, 1999.

2. The WV-MCCD Recognition Reception will be held at Mariani's Restaurant, May 13, 1999,

from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

3. AlTRANS and ATTC have announced a Pilot Shuttle Program between Mission College and

West Valley College beginning Tuesday, April 20, 1999.

4. There is one remaining Staff Development Grant Application deadline, May 11, for this academic year. Applications are due in the Staff Development office by 4:30 p.m. Grant

applications can be obtained in each division office.

1. Discuss how the college is meeting the needs of the International Student Programs.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:02 p.m. (M/S/U - Monroe/Cordero). These minutes are respectfully submitted by Grace Hazán, Academic Senate Secretary.