I. Call to Order/Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Don Cordero at 1:35 p.m. Senators present: Lois Carroll (Instructional Support Serv.), Betty Christopher (Commercial Services), Don Cordero (Pres/Counseling), Gail Greenwood (Social Science), Mike McKenna (AAS), Peggy Messerschmidt (Communications), Diane Pette (Student Services), Clint Poe (Natural Science), Joan Powers (ESL), Saroj Sabherwal (Technology), Helayna Thickpenny (CATA), Karl Ting (Math), and Jim Van Tassel (PE/Bus/Engr). Also present: Vicki Johnson (ASB Liaison). Guests Present: Willie Brown, Bruce Judd, and Mike Rao.

II. Approval of the Minutes

The minutes for the October 3, 1996, meeting were accepted and approved with the following clarification (M/S/P - Poe/Powers).

Regarding Item VIII.C (Intervention & Retention), Page 4, second paragraph, last sentence - Joan clarified statement regarding collaborative learning, stating that some Asian students do not prefer some types of collaborative learning.

III. Order of the Agenda

A motion to add Item VIII.G (Designate a Division for Computer Applications Department) as an emergency action item was approved (M/S/P - Pette/Greenwood). Don explained that the Division Chair Council is seeking direction on this matter.

The Senators agreed to disrupt the order of the agenda and take Item VII.D when Bruce arrives. The order of agenda was approved (M/S/U - Thickpenny/McKenna).

IV. Oral Communication from the Public

Student Trustee Willie Brown thanked the Academic Senate and faculty for supporting the Voter Registration Drive. The ASB registered 254 voters, bringing the total to 416, including the count from the Spring semester. The drive could not have been a success without the help of the Academic Senate.

Willie announced that the ASB is sponsoring a forum on Proposition 209 on October 29, from Noon to 1:30 p.m., with representatives from both the pro and con side participating. Faculty member Alex Braun will serve as mediator.

At this time Don expressed his appreciation to the students for all the work they did on the voter registration drive and for their assistance in setting up the Candidates Forums to be held October 16 (5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) and October 17 (Noon to 1:30 p.m.) in the front lobby.

Dr. Rao joined the Senate meeting and expressed his pleasure with the activities and goals of the Academic Senate for this year to date. He urged the Senate to press the members of the Balance of Curriculum Committee (BCC) to inform the college community of the committee's progress and to proceed with its charge, while inspiring the faculty's involvement and enthusiasm in the project. The college needs to move forward and he is concerned that the project is taking too long. Don noted that only 50% of the departments returned the survey distributed by the BCC on Flex Days. He noted further that the BCC intends to recommend significant changes in the Fall 1997 schedule of classes.

Mike has been focused on students' needs and making changes in how we currently meet those needs. He noted that the largest number of Mission College students are over 24 years old, and we need to bring the college into balance with the community we serve. Mike noted that he has changed his schedule; he is spending more time with CEO's in the valley rather than walking the campus. He feels strongly that this is time well spent and of value to the college. He has also been working on the 20th year celebration and trying to increase connections with the city of Santa Clara.

Mike advised that he will be putting out an update of things going on, such as the progress of the construction.

V. Information & Announcements

1. Diane Pette has received materials from Phi Theta Kappa, an International Honor Society of the Two Year College. Mission College have been invited to participate in the 1996/97 All-USA Academic Team. The competition is co-sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa IHS, USA TODAY, and the American Association of Community Colleges. Each two year college is eligible to nominate two students per campus. Nominees will have many opportunities, such as participation in summer internship programs with federal agencies or educational organizations in Washington, D.C.; be featured in USA TODAY , be considered for additional scholarships

from senior institutions; etc. The deadline for submitting nominees is December 6, 1996. For

additional information and/or materials, please contact Diane Pette (Ext. 3138).

2. The Chancellor has asked to meet with the Mission College Academic Senate on October 31, 1996. Don will be attending the Fall Session of The Academic Senate for CCC, and he asked

the Senate members for direction. The Senators directed Don to schedule Dr. Tseng for the first meeting in November.

3. The Santa Clara County Council has approved a theater complex next to Bay Networks, rather

close to our AMC Theaters, for a total of 48 screens within one mile of Mission College. There is some concern that if this proposal goes through, AMC may pull out of the Interland project. It could jeopardize the entire project and the Student Center. The Senators raised the issue of traffic; the two theater complexes will be too close and will create tremendous traffic jams.

VI. Administrative Business/Actions/Appointments

A. Curriculum Committee - Don reported that the committee continued with the reviews and passed PE courses. The committee is waiting for the Academic Senate to develop some guide- lines and consequences for the course content review process. Don reported that he has been

forwarding course outlines to the UC system via E-Mail. He intends to ask faculty to send him copies of their course syllabus. He asked the Senators to encourage faculty to review their course outlines and be up to date for purposes of articulation.

B. Committee Appointments

1. Hiring Committee for Chief of Policy - The Senators unanimously confirmed the appointment of Don Joslyn to this hiring committee (M/S/U - Thickpenny/Christopher).

2. Select Faculty to serve on Balance of Curriculum Committee - The Senators

selected Marjorie Knowles, by written ballot, to serve on this committee.

3. Select Faculty to serve on MC Marketing Committee - The Senators unanimously confirmed the appointment of Rick Hobbs to this committee (M/S/U - McKenna/Powers).

4. Select Faculty to serve on Staff Development Steering Committee - The Senators unanimously confirmed the appointment of Don Cordero to this committee (M/S/U - Thickpenny/Christopher).

5. Select Faculty to serve on Student Services Council - The Senators unanimously confirmed the appointment of Pat Hudak to this committee (M/S/U - Powers/Thickpenny).

C. Staff Recognition - No resolutions were presented at today's meeting.

VII. Old Business - As agreed, the Senators moved to Item VII.D on the agenda to accommodate Bruce Judd.

D. Update Report on Technology Committee

Bruce advised that the Category 5 wiring terminuses is almost completed, and it is hoped that all the category 5 wiring for the building will be completed by Thanksgiving. This will provide us with a full fiber optic backbone, with the exception of the MT buildings, and full connectivity with all the buildings on campus, with the exception of N1, the Power Plant, and the Gym. Those will be completed in the Spring.

The academic labs currently have two Apple computers being used as file servers. A third one will be brought on line to support the Math software. We also have two IBM base servers, which will be the core of the system, and we have a powerful computer donated by Intel, nicknamed "Godzilla" which will serve as a central file server to support both the Semi-Conductor program and Mathematica.

The committee has finalized two of the major components of the Packard Grant. Ten people will be receiving reassigned time and over 25 people will be receiving upgraded computers, most of which will be CI's and Centruses. Now the committee is focusing on its original charge, to finalize the technology implementation plan. It is Bruce's goal to complete the plan by the end of this month. He expressed his gratitude to and praise for the members of the committee, their diligence, and their support.

Bruce expressed his disappointment regarding the Multi-Media Rooms; there has been some difficulty in obtaining the district's electrician and he is planning to contract the electrician for weekends. There is some significant rewiring that needs to be done in these rooms. When the multi-media rooms are completed, instructors will be able to control lights, projection monitors, computers, VCR's, video disc player, etc., and be able to log in to a brand new server from a desktop on the instructor's platform. A completely distinct and separate E-Mail system will be set up that will permit students to E-Mail faculty.

He reported that he is currently working with Ruth and a number of faculty from CIS to apply for a Department of Defense equipment grant. The purpose of this grant would be to start two new programs - one in network engineering technology and one in telecommunications. There is $8 million available for approximately 300 colleges eligible to apply, and our application will ask for the maximum of $400,000. We will know by December 15, 1996.

Don thanked Bruce for his report and commended him on the tremendous amount of expertise, energy, and enthusiasm he brings to his work.

A. Review, Prioritize, and Adopt Senate Goals for 1996/97

The Senators reviewed and adopted (M/S/U - Thickpenny/Van Tassel) the list of goals prepared by the Senate on September 19, and selected the goals considered to be the most important to accomplish this semester. There was not enough time to prioritize the list, but this matter will be brought back for prioritization next week. The primary six goals are as follows:

ï Develop a plan and process for evaluation of administration.

ï Develop a shared governance plan for Mission College and revise District Shared Governance Policy so it more closely matches AB 1725 and the prerogatives of the Academic Senates.

ï Develop a procedure and the process needed to establish a new department. Develop a procedure and the process for expanding, combining, reducing or deleting existing departments or programs. (This would probably in conjunction with ACE and the Performance Goals Committee.) Possibly write a position paper.

ï Continue and enhance collaboration with the West Valley College Academic Senate.

ï Revisit last year's goals and prioritize them. E.g., Examine existing committees and the process to sunset a committee.

ï Collaborate in the development of a more effective recruitment plan for Mission. (Need to define some target populations or MC programs or community trends.)

B. Discuss Details of ASB's Seats on Academic Senate

The Senators discussed a proposal to require that the two students serving as liaisons to the Academic Senate be designated as one from the vocational education area and one from the general education area. Vicky Johnson, the ASB representative, noted that although most students on the Senate are from the General Education area, she thought it would be possible to fill such a requirement. A motion to require the designated seats failed, and it was suggested that the Senate advise the ASB that, in their selection process, it is preferred by the Senate that one student be from each area, if possible.

C. Update on Central Services Positions

Don advised that although he, Carolyn Fisher (President of ACE), and Joan Sarlo (President of WVC Academic Senate) asked the Board to defer any decision on these positions, they approved the positions by a 4 to 2 vote. He asked the Senate for direction.

It was suggested that the Board members be invited to attend Senate meetings, in order that they may be more aware of what is occurring at the college level. It was also agreed that the Senate should make the goal of administrative evaluation a top priority, and the Senate should determine how administrators are evaluated at other community colleges. Don noted that the Area B meeting of The Academic Senate for CCC's will be held at Mission College on October 18. He will discuss the matter with the Academic Senate Presidents from Area B on that date. Don also agreed to draft a letter to the Board and include the motion passed by the Board last Spring regarding shared governance and the Mission College Senate's willingness to work collaboratively with the Chancellor.

VIII. New Business

A. Report on New Method for CC Measurement of Transfer Effectiveness

This item was postponed to a future meeting.

B. Discuss Major Changes to Fall 1997 Schedule of Classes

The Balance of Curriculum Committee (BCC) will hold a series of workshops for departments to review the schedule of classes and work collaboratively on changes. The goal of the BCC is to carefully examine changes in general education offerings of the Fall 1997 schedule so that there is less conflict in the day sections. There are not as many conflicts in the evening sections. However, there are some tremendous conflicts in the day sections that prevent students from taking courses they need. The data indicates that there are some categories of general education only offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition, the committee is considering alternative schedules; if we expand Saturday hours, it can be used as a day of instruction. The committee has agreed to complete their initial proposal prior to the Thanksgiving break. Recommendations will be brought to the Academic Senate for approval and an initial report will be provided to faculty.

C. Consider Revisions to District Shared Governance Policy

This item was postponed to next week's meeting.

D. Consider Academic Policies re: Lab Courses

This item was postponed to next week's meeting.

E. Select Date for Spring 1997 Graduation

Don advised that West Valley College and Mission College's graduation for next spring is scheduled for the same date and time, May 29, 1997, at 6:00 p.m. The Board would like to attend both ceremonies and members have requested that Mission College change its date and/or time.

The Senators agreed that the reason for the change at Mission College was to accommodate the students, and Don was directed to decline the request. It was suggested, however, that the Senate discuss and evaluate the Spring 1996 graduation. This item will be brought back to the Senate for discussion.

F. Consider the Development of Criteria & Procedures for Establishing New Depts.

This item was postponed to next week's meeting.

G. Designate a Division for Computer Applications Department

Don advised that currently the Computer Applications (CA) Department, a new department, is being temporarily coordinated by Kay Ringel, a faculty member in Commercial Services. Four divisions have been suggested in which to permanently house the Computer Applications Department: 1) Commercial Services, 2) Instructional Support Services, 3) PE/Business/Engineering, and 4) Technology. This list was developed through a process of elimination and presented to the Division Chair Council. Don noted that it is the policy of the Academic Senate that any faculty member may teach in the CA Department upon demonstration of ability to teach a CA course.

Don noted that the Organizational Information Group is discussing some restructuring of Division Chairs. People are "burning" out and representation is a problem. It is his view that we should have eight divisions, with a full-time secretary for each division, and that department chairs should not also serve as divisions chairs. This is a separate issue that needs to be discussed in the future.

The Senators asked for criteria upon which to make a decision regarding the CA Department. It was suggested that interested divisions present goals for CA to the Senate, and include what achievement they will have in the department, what growth they expect to bring into their department, and what their policy would be. It was further suggested that the vying departments be asked to fulfill this request by next week. Don stated that Lee has indicated there is some urgency, and he will determine if a delay will be acceptable. It was agreed that this item will be placed on next week's agenda.

IX. Reports

1. Chancellor's Advisory Council Report - The request to withdraw the items dealing with the central services position was discussed and rejected.

2. Board Meeting Report - The Board approved the Wetlands proposal and the reclassification proposal for classified staff.

3. Organizational Information Group Report - The group discussed release time and the evaluation of the division chair structure.

4. Others - Don announced that there will be a Geocluster meeting and Area B meeting of the Academic Senate Presidents at Mission College on Friday, October 18, 1996. The Geocluster meeting will be held in Conference Room A from 9:30 - Noon, and the Area B meeting will be held in HM 4A from Noon to 5:00 p.m. He invited the Senators to join the meetings if possible.

X. Correspondence, Publications, & Announcements

Correspondence

1. Letter dated September 20, 1996, from Senator Polanco of the State Senate re: legislation signed by the Governor on the California Community Colleges Economic Development Program.

Publications/Minutes

Announcements/Conferences

1. The National Conference on Undergraduate Research will be held April 24-26, 1997, in Austin, Texas.

2. The City of Santa Clara is hosting the "Mission City Holiday Dinner and Auction" on Saturday, November 2, 1996, at 6:00 p.m. Mission College is encouraged to participate in the

Mission City Community Fund. Tickets are available from Kathleen or Rhoda in the President's Office for $#40.00 each.

3. The Research & Planning Group for CCC presents, "Using Student Outcomes & Other Measures of Accountability - Models, Measures, Implications' at Cabrillo College on November 1, 1996. Additional information is available from the Senate Office.

4. Innovation Fund Applications are due by November 8. A workshop for Mission College has

been scheduled for Wednesday, October 16 from 12:30 - 1:30 in S1-401, and at West Valley college on Friday, October 25, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm Business 10. Additional information is

available from the Grants Liaison Specialists DeeDee Bicocca (MC) or Ken Colson (WVC).

5. Bill Salewsky will hold a class on dealing with disruptive behavior violence in the work place and campus security on October 17 and October 18, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in Room

E1-603.

6. Mike Rao will host a collegewide forum on Wednesday, October 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in E1-603. Chancellor Tseng will be there to answer general questions. Lee Callaway,

Dean of Instruction, will speak on Mission's enrollment issues and the plans to achieve our

enrollment goals. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend.

** 7. There will be a Candidates' Forum in the Front Lobby of Mission College on Wednesday, October 16, 1996, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on Thursday, from Noon to 1:30 p.m. All students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to attend.

XI. Future Agenda Items

1. Overload Restriction for First Year Certificated Employees (Pette) (I)

The meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m. (M/S/U - Pette/Greenwood). These minutes are respectfully submitted by Grace Hazán, Academic Senate Secretary.