2007-08 Council on Libraries, Information Systems and Computing (LISC)
Minutes
November 30, 2007
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Attendance: Lawrence Raffalovich (chair), Debra Dickerson (support staff), Carol
Jewell, Fan Pen Chen, George Berg; Carolyn Malloch; Martin Manjak; Christine Haile;
Bill Ding; Frank D’Andraia; Victoria von Arx; Giovanni Cox
I. Call to Order
II. October 26 Minutes were unanimously approved.
III. Reports
A. Report from the Chief Information Officer (Haile)
Chris distributed a copy of the “Data Center Planning Study Status Briefing”
(copy on file with these minutes). Chris went on to explain the mission of the
Data Center and mentioned that the role of the LISC in this process is important
to the overall project. A report on peer comparison will be included in the next
report. Larry asked that LISC receive a copy of the report when issued. Larry
also asked Chris about the security of having everything in one data center. Chris
reported that the data security is in very good order. Marty reported that
penetration tests into the system are scheduled regularly.
B. Report from Director of Libraries (D’Andraia)
Frank mentioned that the Library Committee has been formed, chaired by
Victoria von Arx. The Library Committee (Nine) Members include:
Edna Acosta-Belen (College of Arts & Sciences - Latin American, Caribbean and
U.S. Latino Studies);
Seth D Chaiken (College of Computing & Information - Computer Science);
Frank D’Andraia (University Libraries & Chair and LISC member);
Mark Muraven (College of Arts & Sciences - Psychology);
Janet P. Stamatel (School Criminal Justice – Criminal Justice);
Richard J. Matyi (College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering);
Jane Agee (School of Education - Educational Theory and Practice);
David M. Smith (School of Business – Finance);
Victoria von Arx (College of Arts & Science – Music and member of LISC)
The Library Committee met for the first time on November 26, 2007.
Last week Sariam asked about direct borrowing from local libraries. Frank
reported that the Capital District Library Council (CDLC) sponsors the Direct
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Access Program (DAP). Upon presentation of a CDLC card, an individual may
borrow from or use over fifty academic, public, law, medical, and technical
libraries located in the Capital District. To receive a CDLC card, inquire at the
Circulation desk in any of the three University Libraries. For more information
on the CDLC Direct Access Program and the lending categories and restrictions
of its member libraries, consult its Web site (http://www.cdlc.org). The
University Libraries offer courtesy borrowing privileges to borrowers affiliated
with an academic library participating in the CDLC DAP; cards issued by public
and special libraries do not currently qualify the holder for borrowing privileges.
Frank discussed the fundraising activities and this year’s goal of $100,000. So
far, $25,000 has gone into the Humanities Endowment.
Frank also mentioned the Libraries will open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
during exams.
IV. Old Business
A. E-Mail as official means of communication with Students:
Larry reported he e-mailed Chris and Bob Gibson. Bob’s concerns were taken
care of in the Legislation. Chris spoke with Counsel. Vince Delio is scheduling a
meeting to be briefed on the Senate Bill. There is concern that some of the
added language in the Senate Bill dilutes the effectiveness of the policy for the
use of e-mail as an official means of communication with students.
B. IT Usage Policy Committee:
A committee has been formed, chaired by Larry Raffalovich.. Members include:
Martin Manjak; Tom Hoey; Robert Summers; Carol Jewell; and Fan Pen Chen.
Chris made a suggestion the committee change its scope to focus on broader IT
strategy and trends and work with the CIO. Larry will look into what action
needs to be taken in order to revise the charter. A discussion followed on the
structure and charge of the ITUPC. Chris was asked to write up a brief summary
of the charges of the ITUPC.
Carolyn Malloch brought up web surfing during classroom time and the problems
it causes. The students with internet addictions have become problematic,
although it was suggested that using “clickers” in the classrooms could alleviate
some of the issues. Carolyn will ask a volunteer from the Counseling Center to
speak to the LISC at one of their meetings.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:15 p.m.