I. Call to Order/Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Don Cordero at 1:41 p.m. Senators present: Margaret Boone (AAS), Lois Carroll (Instructional Support Serv.), Betty Christopher (Commercial Services), Don Cordero (Pres/Counseling), Gail Greenwood (Social Science), Judy Hooper (Student Services), Mike McKenna (AAS), Peggy Messerschmidt (Communications), Diane Pette (Student Services), Clint Poe (Natural Science), Joan Powers (ESL), Saroj Sabherwal (Technology), Helayna Thickpenny (CATA), and Karl Ting (Math). Also present: Vicki Johnson (ASB Liaison) and Diane Lamkin (CRC Chair). Guests Present: Husam Asfoor (ASB Dir. of Finance) and Lee Callaway (Dean of Instruction).

II. Approval of the Minutes

The minutes for the August 29, 1996, meeting will be approved at the September 12, 1996, meeting.

III. Order of the Agenda

The Senators unanimously agreed (M/S/U - Pette/Hooper) to add Item VIII.D - Election of the Mission College Academic Senate Vice-President to today's agenda as an Action Item, and agreed to address this item as the first order of business under New Business. The Order of Agenda was approved (M/S/U - Messerschmidt/Greenwood).

IV. Oral Communication from the Public

Husam Asfoor, the ASB's Director of Finance requested that the Senate advise how many student liaisons are permitted to serve on the Academic Senate and whether or not they are permitted to vote. Don advised that the Senate has agreed to seat one ASB representative on the Academic Senate with an advisory vote. Husam indicated the ASB's interest in requesting that two seats be set aside for student representatives. This matter will be placed on a future agenda for consideration by the Senate.

V. Information & Announcements

1. On September 26, 1996, Mission College will host a free "Eclipse Party" from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. There will be a total eclipse of the moon that night.

2. The survey distributed to faculty during flex days by the Balance of Curriculum Committee must be returned to the Senate office by Monday, September 10, 1996. Don will advise the Senators whose departments have not submitted their surveys and asked them to request that they be submitted by the extended deadline.

VI. Administrative Business/Actions/Appointments

A. Curriculum Committee - Diane Lamkin, Chair of the Curriculum Committee reported on the committee's recent activities and noted that the committee is attempting to make the curriculum process less tedious. Each division's representative to the committee must be trained and encouraged to fulfill his/her role within the division. This will alleviate some of the committee's tasks and facilitate the committee's review of course proposals, allowing more time to focus on the content, rigor, and other aspects of the course proposals. New forms are being designed and the manual is being revamped by Lee Callaway with the intent of expediting the approval process. Diane reported that Ruth Madalena would like to schedule several sessions for departments scheduled for content reviews over the next two years. Don thanked Diane for undertaking the formidable task of chairing the Curriculum Committee.

B. Matriculation - No Matriculation business was conducted today.

C. Committee Appointments

1. District Advisory Council - The Senators elected Anna Szabados, Cliff Monroe, and Don Cordero, by written ballot, to serve on this council. Don will advise Dr. Rao's Office.

2. District Budget Advisory Council - Don explained how important this council is and asked for Senate volunteers to serve with him on this council in order to provide continuous information to the Senate. Margaret Boone was unanimously selected to

serve on this council during the Fall semester (M/S/U - McKenna/Christopher) and Diane Pette was unanimously selected to serve during the Spring semester (M/S/U - Greenwood/Thickpenny).

3. Student Center Committee - Phil Sienna has resigned from this committee it was agreed that a call for a replacement will be issued as soon as possible. This committee

meets every other week on either Wednesday or Thursday.

4. Balance of Curriculum-Mission 2000 - Jim Burrell has resigned from this committee and a replacement representative is needed from Letters and Science. This committee meets on Tuesdays or Fridays approximately once a month. A call for volunteers will be issued as soon as possible. Don noted that the work of this committee

is progressing with the full support of the college president, and it is anticipated that a full report will be made to the Senate by the committee some time in October.

D. Staff Recognition - This item has been established as a means of recognizing any staff member for excellence in supporting the college's academic program.

VII. Old Business

A. Review and Finalize Date of Academic Senate's Goals Workshop

The Senators agreed to set aside the September 19, 1996, meeting of the Academic Senate as a workshop to establish and finalize this year's goals for the Senate. Don urged the Senators to discuss this matter with their constituents and determine what issues faculty would like the Senate to deal with during the academic year.

At this time it was agreed that the Senate will not meet on September 26 and will meet on October 3, 1996.

VIII. New Business

D. Elect Vice-President of Mission College Academic Senate

Diane Pette was nominated by Judy Hooper and unanimously elected to serve as the Vice-President of the Mission College Academic Senate for the 1996/97 academic year.

A. Discuss Shared Governance Provisions of AB 1725

The Senators received a summary of the eleven responsibilities of academic senates as designated by law. The law provides that the senate has direct access to the Board of Trustees, and the district's Board of Trustees has adopted a district policy to rely primarily on the advice of the senates. If the Board disagrees or acts contrary to the Senate's recommendations, the Board must present its view in writing.

Don reported that the Student Senate is working on the development of a similar type of legislation that would provide direct access to the Board.

The Senators were asked to review the summary document , learn the rights and responsibilities of academic senates and discuss the matter with their constituents. It is the responsibility of the Senators to advise and inform their constituents on all issues, offering both pro and con arguments, and report back to the Senate. A single page with specific information on the Academic Senate's power is available from the Senate Office.

Lee noted that the AB 1725 Steering Committee did not meet last year. She expressed concern regarding the current status of FSA's for faculty. We have passed the five year window and faculty should have been notified regarding their status relative to recency. She urged the Senate to emphasize the urgency required to get the committee in operation immediately. This committee should be chaired by Kirk Murray, the Director of Human Resources, and Don agreed that he would discuss the matter with Kirk. Lee also requested that the Senate work with her on the development of a shared governance policy for Mission College. Don agreed that this will be a primary goal of the senate for this year. Currently there is an excellent district policy and West Valley College has a policy that is currently being reviewed. Other information on shared governance is available in the Academic Senate Office.

B. Establish Date for Board of Trustee Candidates' Forum

The Senators agreed, by consensus, to cosponsor a Candidates' Forum for the candidates running for four seats on the district's Board of Trustees. The following trustees have completed their terms: Joy Atkins, Karin Dowdy, Brian Sloan, and Phil Stokes; Joy Atkins, Brian Sloan, and Phil Stokes are running for re-election. Brian is running unopposed, and there are five candidates running for the remaining three seats on the Board.

Vicki Johnson and Husam Asfoor of the ASB advised that the ASB has also agreed to cosponsor the event and asked the Senate to clarify their responsibility, particularly regarding their financial responsibility. The Senators agreed that entities other than the ASB can cover any costs to host the event and asked that the ASB provide student assistance.

A recommendation that the main lobby be used for the Mission College forum and that two forums be held on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday around noon and 6:00 p.m. It was suggested that topics and questions be considered and presented to the candidates prior to the forum. Don and Diane will work on setting up the forum.

C. Discuss Proposed Changes to Curriculum Process

Lee reported that she is currently in the process of revising the current Curriculum Manual with the intent to minimize roadblocks and speed up the course approval process. The deadline for the class schedule is earlier each year and this requires the course submission process to start earlier. Last year, this resulted in a large number of 99 courses. The purpose of 99 courses is to test a proposed course, not to submit a course proposal late. She would like to develop an expeditious process for course approval in order that they be included in the schedule and catalog. She anticipates that drafts of the revised manual will be available for the Senate's review in the near future. Another concern she will address is "lab by arrangement" courses and the load issue.

Don thanked Lee for taking on the task of revising the manual and agreed to consider this item a goal of the Senate's for January 1997.

IX. Reports

1. Chancellor's Advisory Council Report - The Board is expected to adopt this year's budget at tonight's meeting. Don noted that we may have a $600,000 deficit even if we make CAP. Faculty are urged to attend tonight's meeting. It is expected that the Board will authorize the Chancellor to waive all fees other than tuition fees for staff members who take classes. Don intends to recommend that all fees be waived for staff members.

2. Board Meeting Report - The next Board and Land Corporation meeting is scheduled for this evening. Both bodies will adopt budgets for this year.

Don advised that the Computer Applications Policy passed by the Academic Senate is not working. There is a tremendous need for short-term Computer Applications courses. It was strongly suggested that the CA Policy be reviewed as soon as possible.

Don asked the Senators to review the Future Agenda Items list on the agenda and prioritize them. Items C, E, G, and H received the highest priority and the Senators requested that Administrative Evaluation be placed on the agenda as a high priority item as well.

X. Correspondence, Publications, & Announcements

Correspondence

1. A letter dated August 16, 1996, from Jean Montenegro regarding her resignation from the state

Academic Senate as Treasurer.

2. Copy of letter dated August 8, 1996, from Mike Rao to Student Services.

3. Letter dated June 10, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office re: Economic Development Grants.

4. Letter dated June 19, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office enclosing the Matriculation

Expenditure Report.

5. Letter dated July 1, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office re: SB 1914 Implementation Survey.

6. Letter dated July 11, 1996, from the state Chancellor's office with enclosures regarding the adopted changes to regulations re: affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and the Student Senate.

7. Letter dated July 26, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office re: the Settlement of Litigation

re: Programs for Specialized Student Populations.

8. Letter dated July 26, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office requesting 1997 and 1998 Request for Legislative Program Proposals to be submitted by October 1. Additional informa-

tion and forms are available from the Senate office.

9. Letter dated August 12, 1996, from the state Chancellor's Office with notification of regulations adopted by the Board of Governors re: the Student Senate.

10. A memo from Karen Thaxton, Director of EDI, with a progress report on the EDI.

11. A proposal for Keynote Presentations and Workshops offered by Dr. Leo Coleman.

Publications/Minutes

1. The Community College Faculty Update, Nota Bene.

2. A copy of the CAN Catalog of Courses, dated July 1996, was received and will be on file in the Academic Senate Office.

3. The minutes for the June 6 through August 15, 1996, meetings of the Land Corporation and its agenda for September 5.

4. An article regarding An Improved Measure of CC Transfer Effectiveness from the MC Office

of Institutional Research.

5. The August issue of COMPENDIUM.

6. The May 1996, issue of Mission College's ESL NEWS.

7. The May 1996, issue of CROSSTALK.

8. The May 17, 1996, issue of DVC FORUM.

9. The May/June 1996, issue of California Community College Independents Newsletter.

10. A report from the California Higher Education Policy Center regarding Shared Responsibility.

11. The June 1, 1996, issue of California Workforce Development Collaboratives.

12. The June 24, 1996, issue of FA NEWS from Foothill-DeAnza Faculty Association.

13. The Summer 1996, issue of Education Bulletin.

Announcements/Conferences

1. FACCC is hosting a budget workshop with Patrick McCallum, Larry Toy, and Joe Newmyer, former Vice Chancellor of Fiscal Affairs, CCC on this year's budget and how it will affect your district on September 13, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Oakland Airport Hilton. Call

(916) 447-8555 to register.

2. The International Trade Development Committee for CCC is cosponsoring a one-day staff development workshop for faculty on "Internationalizing the Curriculum," to be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Walnut Creek on Friday, November 15, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

While the workshop is open to all faculty, faculty from Accounting, Management, Economics, Marketing, Finance, Political Science, and Foreign Languages are encouraged to attend. If you are interested in attending, send your name, address, phone, fax and e-mail information to CIBER, San Diego State University, CA 92182-7732 or Phone (619) 594-6023.

3. The American Host Program, designed specifically for educators and to foster international

friendship and understanding is seeking Host families throughout the United States to host guests from December 29, 1996 through January 19, 1997. Additional information is available from the Academic Senate Office.

4. A Call for Presentations has been issued by the state Chancellor's Office for its conference on

April 16-18, 1997, on "A Model for World-Class Education and Training. Proposal submissions must be postmarked by Friday, October 4, 1996. Additional information and the

application is available from the Academic Senate Office.

5. The Programs for Higher Education of Nova Southeastern University offers Ed.D. specializ- ation in adult education; computing and information technology; health care education; higher education; and vocational, technical, occupational education. An overview of the program is available from the Academic Senate Office.

6. The Community College Association Fall Council, "Advanced Leadership" will meet in San Francisco, October 4-6, 1996, The deadline for registration is September 20. Additional information and registration form is available from the Senate Office.

7. The CCC Quality Consortium's Fall Symposium will be held October 10-12, 1996, at the San

Francisco Airport Marriott. Additional information is available from the Senate office.

8. Don Cordero has submitted his name to the Morris K. Udall Foundation as the Mission College Udall Scholarship Faculty Representative. Details will be announced when nomination

forms are received.

This meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m. (M/S/U). These minutes are respectfully submitted by Grace Hazán, Academic Senate Secretary.

The Mission College Academic Senate meeting of September 19, 1996, has been set aside as a workshop to finalize the Senate's 1996/97 Goals List. Please advise your Senator of any issues you would like the Senate to consider during this academic year.

The Mission College Academic Senate is seeking one faculty member to serve on the Student Center Committee. This committee meets weekly, and the next general meeting will be held on September 18, from Noon - 2:00 p.m., in Conference Room A. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please submit your name to the Academic Senate Office (Ext. 2783) by Noon, Thursday, September 12, 1996.

The Mission College Academic Senate is seeking one faculty member from Letters and Science to replace Jim Burrell on the Balance of Curriculum Committee. This committee meets approximately once a month on Tuesdays or Fridays and sometimes meets off campus. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please submit your name to the Academic Senate Office (Ext. 2783) by Noon, Thursday, September 12, 1996.