REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ACADEMIC SENATE
College of the Redwoods
7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA – Board Room – SS 202
883 W Washington Blvd, Crescent City, CA – Room E8
Friday, April 1, 2016
1:00 P.M.
MINUTES
Members Present: Mark Renner, Connie Wolfsen, Stuart Altschuler, Kady Dunleavy, Phil
Freneau, Deanna Herrera-Thomas, Ed Macan, Ruth Moon, Jon Pedicino, Quang-Minh Pham,
George Potamianos, Wendy Riggs, Sandra Rowan, Lisa Sayles, Sally Urban, Mark Winter
Members Absent: Tim Baker, Mike Dennis, Mike Richards
Guest Speakers: Cathy Cox, Mike Butler, Debbie Williams
1.
2.
3.
4.
Call to Order: Co-President Mark Renner called the meeting to order at 1:06 pm.
Introductions and Public Comments: Co-President Renner welcomed Senators and attendees
and asked for comments from the public regarding any subject appropriate to the Academic
Senate. Chief Business Officer Lee Lindsey reported on progress in security and phone
updates/upgrades and will continue to provide periodic updates.
Approve March 4, 2016 Academic Senate Minutes: On a motion by George Potamianos,
seconded by Ruth Moon, the minutes were approved as written.
Action Items
4.1
Approve March 11 Curriculum Committee Recommendations: On a motion by Kady
Dunleavy, seconded by Ed Macan, the recommendations were reviewed. With no
comments, the recommendations were unanimously approved by roll call vote:
Altschuler – y; Dunleavy – y; Freneau – y; Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y; Moon – y;
Potamianos – y; Riggs – y; Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y.
4.2
Approve March 25 Curriculum Committee Recommendations: On a motion by Wendy
Riggs, seconded by Ed Macan, the recommendations were reviewed. With no
comments, the recommendations were unanimously approved by roll call
vote:Altschuler – y; Dunleavy – y; Freneau – y; Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y; Moon –
y; Pedicino – y; Potamianos – y; Riggs – y; Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y.
4.3
Approve Curriculum Committee Distance Education Course Proposal Form Revision: On
a motion by George Potamianos, seconded by Lisa Sayles, the recommendations were
reviewed. On a question about revisions, Mike Butler highlighted changes; they moved a
piece, added the 50% box, and added addendums with resource links. They will review
links once per semester to verify that all are still functional. Mark Winter thanked them
and mentioned that the process has improved. With no further comments, the
recommendations were unanimously approved by roll call vote: Altschuler – y; Dunleavy
– y; Freneau – y; Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y; Moon – y; Pedicino – y; Potamianos –
y; Riggs – y; Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y.
4.4
Approve BP/AP 4230 Grading and Academic Record Symbols: On a motion by Kady
Dunleavy, seconded by Wendy Riggs, the recommendations were reviewed. The Senate
5.
saw it for discussion on March 4. Nursing questions were answered and did not require
amending the documents. With no other comments, the recommendations were
unanimously approved by roll call vote: Altschuler – y; Dunleavy – y; Freneau – y;
Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y; Moon – y; Pedicino – y; Potamianos – y; Riggs – y;
Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y.
Discussion
5.1
Senate Constitution and Bylaws Revision Regarding Administrative Reorganization: Mark
Renner and Connie Wolfsen presented the revisions made due to the Administrative
reorganization that begins today. HPEA faculty were asked for input and in the end we
are largely sticking to our current structure. There has been no better proposal than
this, and Bob Brown stated that he can work with this. Associate Faculty asked about
their representation; that data has not come from IR, as yet. Another acronym for
“HESE” would be preferred. HASA or HSA would be more in tune with other acronyms.
How HAS (Health and Service Areas) would convene and vote for representation is a
concern. Would an electronic vote process be legal? They do not have the formality of
an established Dean. This version, for structure purposes, will be brought back as
amended for approval on April 15.
5.2
Senate Constitution and Bylaws Revision Regarding Senate Co-President Nominations
Committee: Mark Renner and Connie Wolfsen presented revisions that are specifically
detailed toward the process for electing Co-Presidents. They feel that they went too far,
as was confirmed by several past Co-Presidents. The process could be amended,
whereby the continuing Co-President has a voice/seat on the search committee. They
tried to add structure and specific procedures to the process. Section 10 is a new Bylaw
section for the Senate Co-President search process. Elections have not been by ballot in
the past. The continuing Co-President needs to be a part of the process. And if the
Senate codifies the process now, following years will have a much smoother,
transparent process. Kerry Mayer and Mike Richards voiced concern that the criteria
didn’t specify that the current presidents could supply input to the search committee. It
was uncodified past practice to include the continuing Co-President in the process, and
the Co-Presidents know now that deleting that voice was a misstep. Ruth mentioned
that it looks great, but items 4 & 6 concerned her, due to the continuing Co-President
not being able or willing to continue; proposed language was discussed. The new
language will be presented with amendments for approval on April 15. Giving the CoPresidents ‘veto power’ was the intent. Kady made a suggestion that the Copresident
just be added as a member of the committee. “Presumptive” continuing Co-President.
Clarify 2-year and 1-year terminology. In a perfect world, we would have several people
to choose from.
5.3
** This discussion item was moved to action by the Senators. Faculty/Associate Faculty
of the Year Award Process Revisions: Debbie Williams spoke to the revisions by Senate
Executive Committee and posed alternatives to the normal nomination and voting
procedures. The document that was presented was discussed, and a motion to move
the document to Action was made by Wendy Riggs and seconded by George
5.4
5.5
6.
Potamianos. **The motion to move the item to Action was approved by roll call vote:
Altschuler – y; Dunleavy – y; Freneau – No Response; Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y;
Moon – y; Pedicino – y; Potamianos – y; Riggs – y; Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y. On a
motion to approve the document by George Potamianos, seconded by Wendy Riggs, the
document was open for discussion. There being no further discussion, the revised
document was approved by roll call vote: Altschuler – y; Dunleavy – y; Freneau – No
Response; Herrera-Thomas – y; Macan – y; Moon – y; Pedicino – y; Potamianos – y;
Riggs – y; Rowan – y; Sayles – y; Urban – y.
BP/AP 4010 Academic Calendar: Connie Wolfsen presented a revised policy and
procedure for discussion. She reported that the current versions are very old, and they
were discussed with CRFO; CRFO stated that these are negotiable and the
policy/procedure now reflects that. These will be brought for action on April 15.
Textbook Affordability Act Academic Senate Resolution (website): Mike Butler and Cathy
Cox presented the ASCCC (Academic Senate for California Community Colleges)
resolution template and a draft resolution for consideration by the Senate. This is an
incentive program for the use of these open educational resources. It would enable
cutting costs of textbooks for students, as well as being able to share Open Educational
Resources (OER) from participating colleges. There are various requirements, but the
resolution will put us in the running for joining the exchange. They [OEI] wish to receive
the Senate’s endorsement of this resolution. Other needs include selecting the
Coordinator. OERs are very connected to Distance Ed, as they are usually e-books, tech
based, and can provide hard copies. Ancillaries can be sparse. Advantages are that they
are online, which will facilitate students, especially in online courses. Accessible. Not
required for every discipline, but the minimum for applying is that we increase by 10
sections in any combination or single course. Our Distance Ed personnel feel we can fill
this requirement. COMM 1 is starting the process for doing this and the grant would be
awesome to support their efforts. Encourages administration to support faculty.
Reports
6.1
OEI Update: Cathy Cox & Mike Butler This is a collaboration to increase access to online
courses. Online Education Initiative (OEI). We have a choice on whether we use three
levels. Saving $120K /year that can be folded back into DE resource use: TRIO is running
a pilot. CCConlineed.org - The Exchange: we are now using available tools but are not
part of the exchange at this time. A formal charter must be signed and joined to
participate in the OEI course consortium because of language in Title V that separated
degrees, but in consortium you can agree to share courses and degrees, which is helpful
for small colleges like CR. By joining the consortium we have a legal mechanism for
students from CR to take classes from another institution but still be CR; fall 2017 it will
be open to all colleges. What about virtual campus?; they must register separately at
the other college, but in the exchange program, they meet standards and then OEI vets
in Canvas and quality is assured. Course and faculty must be approved. Paired. Flow
chart was explained. It helps CR “collect” students. Won’t apply until later, but DEPC
wanted the information out there as a heads up.
6.2
7.
8.
9.
ASCR Update: Quang-Minh Pham reported: ASCR elections [nominations?] deadline is
April 12; open forum on the 13th; voting dates are the 19th and 20th; ASCR is sending
several students to the General Assembly in Ontario at the end of the month (April 30,
May 1). Thank you.
6.3
Accreditation Oversight Committee Update: George Potamianos reported that a
meeting was held, and four subcommittees will be formed. No issues seen, yet. “Starting
to do stuff”. He will report as things come up. Stay informed – Senators should keep
their constituents informed of AOC progress.
6.4
ASCCC Liaison for Noncredit: Mark Renner & Connie Wolfsen reported the need for
state-level key liaison positions; CTE is Mike Dennis, a second position is for noncredit,
and this person would receive info from state and report to college. Involves being on a
listserv, so really not overwhelming. Volunteer? If not, please ask your constituents;
there is no SARTCO agreement for these volunteers.
6.5
Convocation Planning Team/Volunteer: Mark Renner & Connie Wolfsen are looking for a
volunteer for this team, too. Take it back to your constituents; Wendy Riggs volunteered
– Thanks, Wendy!
6.6
College Council Update: Connie Wolfsen wanted to point Senators to the CC website to
examine the policies for review. Please send feedback to College Council
representatives.
6.7
College Update: Mark Winter reported that today is the first day of Dean of Student
Conduct’s Joe Hash, who has been involved in many student-related things like BIT, etc.
There are currently four active student-involved investigations. The auto tech search
committee is currently on, the Chem search interviews are tomorrow; April 4 is the
beginning of registration. Two of four associate deans have been identified; Mike Dennis
(CTE) and Bob Brown (unclear…HPEA? HSA?).
Future Agenda Items: Senators are encouraged to request to place an item on a future agenda:
Stuart Altschuler will be in Sacramento; Sandra may be unavailable, too, for the next Senate
meeting.
Announcements and Open Forum
8.1
Student Success Series (from an Email 3/9/15 by Keith Snow-Flamer)
8.1.1 IEC Summit, Saturday, April 16 from 9 am to 1 pm in the Board Room
8.1.2 Retention, Persistence & Completion and Increasing Equity in the Community
Colleges: April 22, 10 – 11 am (lecture) and 11:15 am – 12:30 pm (break out session)
followed by lunch with the speaker
8.1.3 Reading Apprenticeship Across the Curriculum – An Introduction to Reading
Apprenticeship: 3CSN (The California Community College Success Network): Friday,
April 29, 9 am to 1 pm: Coffee and refreshments from 8:30 am to 9 am: Lunch
provided.
8.2
Upcoming CR Events – (http://inside.redwoods.edu/calendar.asp)
Adjournment: On a motion by Sally Urban, seconded by Sandra Rowan, the meeting was
adjourned at 3:06 pm.
Public Notice—Nondiscrimination
College of the Redwoods does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, color or disability in any of its
programs or activities. College of the Redwoods is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Upon
request this publication will be made available in alternate formats. Please contact Debbie Williams, Academic Senate Support, 7351 Tompkins
Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95501, (707) 476-4259: Office Hours, M-TH - 8 am to 3 pm; F - 10 am to 5 pm (hours vary due to meeting schedules).