I. Call to Order/Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Don Cordero at 1:40 p.m. Senators present: Margaret Boone (AAS), Michael Byers (Associate Faculty, Counseling), Lois Carroll (Instructional Support), Marsha Chan (ESL), Betty Christopher (Commercial Services), Helene Flolo (AAS), Peggy Messerschmidt (Communications), Tab Morales (Student Services), Diane Pette (Student Services), Helayna Thickpenny (CATA), Karl Ting (Math), Kam Verma (DCE) and Wilbert Xu (Social Science Alternate). Also present: Lin Marelick (DCC Rep), Jeremy Moe (ASB Rep), and Carol Topple (CRC Chair). Guests present: Diane McKay (Staff Dev), Linda Retterath (Program Rev) and Michael Rao (President).

II. Approval of the Minutes

The minutes for the November 30, 1995, meeting were accepted and approved with the following correction (M/S/U - Morales/Pette):

Page 1, Item I - add Michael Byers to the Roll Call.

III. Order of the Agenda

It was agreed that the order of the agenda would remain flexible in order to accommodate guests.

IV. Oral Communication from the Public - There was no oral communication from the public at today's meeting.

V. Information & Announcements

1. Dianne McKay announced that a total of three Flex Days have been scheduled for the 1996/97 year: two are scheduled in the fall and one in the spring. She announced that the CEO of Hewlett Packard, Lou Platt, was invited to participate in Flex Days as a keynote speaker, and he has offered to do so during the spring semester. She intends to propose that Thursday, August 15, be used as a college flex day, and that the district-wide meeting be held on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. - Noon. She asked the Senate members for their view, and they unanimously indicated strong support for her selection of Mr. Platt as a keynote speaker on Friday morning. They asked Dianne to extend an invitation to Mr. Platt to join the Mission College staff for lunch, to be hosted by the Mission College Academic Senate. Dianne will extend the invitation to Mr. Platt and keep the Senate updated on the plans.

2. Don announced that a model of the proposed Sobrato land development is displayed in the window of Conference Room A. The agreement will probably be finalized at tonight's Board meeting.

3. The Balance of Curriculum Committee-Mission 2000 will hold its first meeting on Wednesday,

December 13, 1995, from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., in Conference Room C.

VI. Administrative Business/Actions/Appointments

A. Curriculum Review Committee - The committee will make its presentation to the Board this evening. The committee's last meeting is scheduled for this Monday.

B. Select NISOD Teaching Excellence Nominees - Eileen Hill nominated Helayna Thickpenny for the NISOD Teaching Excellence Award. The Senators unanimously approved

(M/S/U - Morales/Chan) and applauded the nomination of Helayna as exceptionally well deserved, and her name will be forwarded to NISOD. Jeremy Moe has been a student of Helayna's for three semesters. He remarked that she encouraged him to go into teaching at the community college level and she has served as his incentive to enter the teaching profession.

VII. Old Business

A. Discuss Computer Applications Subcommittee's Recommendations

The Senators reviewed the recommendations for a college Computer Applications Committee, as prepared by a Senate subcommittee and presented to the Senate by Manny Magallon at last week's meeting. Several revisions were made and ultimately it was agreed that the document will be sent to the Executive Council for refinement and brought back to the Academic Senate for final approval. The Senators agreed to accept the basic recommendations of the subcommittee.

The agenda was moved to Item VII. D to accommodate Dr. Rao.

D. Discuss College Governance Council's Purpose Statement

Several Senators shared the views of their constituents on the proposed purpose statement for the College Governance Council. Discussion ensued on the advisability and effectiveness of the proposal, with a majority indicating a preference for the committee to act only as an advisory committee to the President rather than a decision making body. Lin Marelick reported the views of the Division Chair Council (DCC) and Dr. Rao voiced his concerns regarding the proposed statement. Both emphasized the importance of the role and the responsibilities of the Division Chairs and the need for the DCC to function unhampered. The CGC's charge and the way it is currently written could undermine the role of the DCC. Don agreed to revise the third paragraph of the proposed purpose statement and include language that will deal with the concerns presented. It will be brought back to the Academic Senate and other shared governance organizations for consideration.

As an aside, Don noted that President Rao has made great progress with the DBAC Subcommittee charged with reviewing the budget allocation model. Dr. Rao mentioned the discussion that took place at his brown bag forum with faculty this afternoon on perceived problems between vocational education and "academic" programs. He stressed the need to break down the barriers between the faculty on both sides of the house. He requested that the Academic Senate support his attempt to accomplish this task and to take a leadership position as well. Don stated that this is indeed one of the Senate's goals.

B. Discuss Role, Charge, & Membership of MC Technology Committee

The Senators reviewed a revised version of the charter for the Technology Committee and considered each section of the document carefully. Several changes were recommended and agreed upon. A clean revised copy of the document will be sent to each Senate member as soon as possible.

The Senators agreed to move to Item VIII.A to accommodate Linda Retterath.

VIII. New Business

A. Report on Status of Program Review

Although it is understood that the Program Review Committee (PRC) is a college committee, the responsibility for Program Review falls under the purview of the Academic Senate as stated in AB 1725. The Senate, therefore, asked for a report on the status of program review.

Linda Retterath serves as Co-Chair of the Instructional Program Review Committee with Lee Callaway. The committee members are Dietrich Amarell, Alan Chandler, Betty Ensminger, Ed Kleppinger, Chris Olson, Evelyn Riegert, Kay Ringel, Ann Roberts, and Carol Wilson. Originally there were two PR committees: Instructional PRC and Non-Instructional PRC. It was suggested that there be only one committee, and Linda indicated that without additional release time, it is not likely to occur.

Linda reported that all programs have completed the first review in a five year cycle of the state mandated review process and we are currently in the middle of the second cycle. The documentation of the reviews is available in the Library and records are also maintained by the Chair of the committee, the President of the Board of Trustees, the Division Chairs, and the Deans. She stated that the process has proven to be more successful than expected in that it has assisted in the formulation of goals and the allocation of funds, if any are available. Linda has served on this committee for five years, and Don suggested that Linda lend her expertise on this matter to the Balance of Curriculum Committee. He commended Linda and the members of the committee for their hard work and commitment.

The Order of Agenda was resumed.

VIIl. Old Business (Continued)

C. Consider and Discuss Process for Recognition of Staff for Contributions to the Educational Program

Don presented a draft proposal for a process to be used by the Academic Senate in order to recognize staff who make contributions to the Educational Program. Lois referred to some difficulty in the past when a similar program was practiced. She agreed to research the matter and report back to the Senate. The proposal will be reconsidered at that time.

E. Discuss Annual MC Academic Senate's Christmas Open House

Since the West Valley College Academic Senate has requested that the proposed joint meeting of the two Senates be postponed until next semester, and the district's Holiday Party is scheduled for December 14, and the DC's are holding an Open House on December 18th, the Senators postponed the Senate's Open House. Faculty are encouraged to participate in the DC's Open House and the District's Holiday Party.

X. Correspondence, Publications, & Announcements

Correspondence

Publications/Minutes

1. The November 1995, issue of The Student Services Connection from the state Chancellor's Office.

2. The December 4, 1995, issue of NEWS from the Foothill-DeAnza Faculty Association.

3. The agenda for the December 7, 1995, meeting of the Board of Directors of the Land Corp.

Announcements/Conferences

** 1. The Division Chair Council is hosting a "Happy Holiday Do!" in the Part-Time Faculty Center on Monday, December 18th, from 2-4:00 p.m. There will be refreshments, cheer, and maybe some other unusual entertainment.

** 2. The District-wide Holiday Party will be held on Thursday, December 14, from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. in the Board Room at West Valley College.

3. The 4th AAHE Conference on Faculty Roles & Rewards will be held January 18-21, 1996,

in Atlanta, Georgia. Additional information is available from the Senate Office.

4. An Apple Technology Workshop and Demonstration will be held at Apple Town Hall on Wednesday, January 17, 1996. Additional information on the workshop is available from

the Staff Development Office. RSVP deadline is January 2.

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