Minutes: September 2, 2022

CNSM College Council

CNSM Conference Room, HSCI-156

  1. Approval / Additions to Agenda
  2. Approval of Minutes from 5/6/2022
  3. Introductions:
    • New members –Ryan Blair, Mathematics & Statistics; Paul Weers, Chemistry & Biochemistry; Alan Colburn, Science Education (replacing Jim Kisiel)
    • Returning members –new term –Chris Lowe, Biological Sciences; Matt Becker, Geological Sciences
    • Continuing members (year 2 of 2-year term) -Ashley Carter, Biological Sciences; Paul Sun, Mathematics & Statistics; Thomas Klaehn, Physics & Astronomy
    • Continuing members, non-elected: Curtis Bennett, CNSM Richard D. Green Dean (voting member); Margaret Karteron, CNSM Operations Officer (ex-officio)
  4. Council Secretary Election–Paul Sun elected for AY 2022-23
  5. Fall 2022 Election -Margaret will send out a call for nominations for:
    • University Resource Council
    • Graduate Studies Advisory Council (GSAC)
    • Senate alternative.
  6. Discussion: CNSM Constitution and Bylaws–Ashley Carter offered to create two separate documents: (1) Constitution; (2) Bylaws. Discussion tabled until drafts are ready to review.
  7. Discussion: SPACE in the CNSM: Council determined to establish an ad-hoc committee. Listed the following considerations for the committee:
    • How can the college manage its space?
    • Does College Council need to address some philosophical questions?
    • We need people who understand the needs of various departments.
  8. Next Meeting –Friday 9/16/22 @ 3:00 p.m. Council agreed to meet in-person for Fall 2022. All meetings will be in HSCI-156.
  9. Meeting Adjourned–4:10 p.m.

Meeting Minutes were APPROVED on Friday, September 16, 2022