Santiago Canyon College
College Council (Planning and Budget Allocation)
MINUTES
April 10, 2007, 2:00 p.m., E-107
Administrators: John Hernandez, Mary Halvorson (absent), Steve Kawa, Jose Vargas (absent), Juan Vázquez
Faculty: Morrie Barembaum, Linda Cucovatz, Rosi Enriquez (absent), Laura Wirtz , Connie Wilson, John Smith (absent), vacant (alt)
Classified: Diane Durdella, Zina Edwards, Sheryl Martin, Terry Wilksen (absent), Janell McWilliam (absent) (alt)
Student: Meg Rothi (absent) Technology: Curt Childress (absent) Communication: AnnMarie Librescu
Approved 4/24/07
MINUTES
DISCUSSION/COMMENTS
OUTCOME/FOLLOW UP
1. Approval of Minutes, 3/27/07
PROGRAM UPDATES
1. Associated Student Body: Meg
Rothi
2.
Continuing Education: Jose
Vargas
Motion to approve minutes as
written (Vazquez/Wirtz)
passed unanimously.
No report.
a.
b.
c.
3.
Classified Advisory Group:
Zina Edwards
a.
b.
4.
Communications: AnnMarie
Librescu
a.
b.
c.
5.
Technology: Curt Childress
6.
Budget/Facilities/Admin
Services: Steve Kawa
Establishing hiring committees for: Dean of Instruction, Administrative Secretary,
and Counselor.
Working toward being officially designated as an “education center” by CPEC, which
will allow the college to receive up to $1 million in additional funds. The center must
generate 500 or more FTES.
Instructor has been hired for the culinary arts program, Inmate Education.
The last meeting was very successful, with a presentation by Zuk Financial group,
and an update by Lieutenant Trahan on the upcoming safety drill, May 10.
The Hawks approved $1200-1500 as a donation to the classified scholarship awards.
Advertising has begun for summer (credit start date is June 10). Possible advertising
during the Wango Tango concert in the new Wango Village, college area. Outreach
may participate.
“The Sentry” carried a positive story on the Women’s Soccer Ring Ceremony.
Collaborating on “Year of the Library” activities with the SCC Library, Chapman
University, and the city of Orange. A formal program is scheduled for September 24.
No report.
a.
b.
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Budget worksheets are due back from the deans the end of April. In 2007-2008
everything will be on Datatel.
Facilities:
The fountain area will be under construction from April 23 to May 4.
Plans are being negotiated for the Demonstration Garden between Metropolitan
Water District and Coast Keepers.
The gymnasium and performing arts center were submitted to the state for funding
consideration. The gym did not qualify for state funding.
The science building has been pushed back approximately 60 days due to the
excessive bids.
7.
Curriculum and Instruction
Committee: Linda Cucovatz
a.
b.
c.
8.
Academic Affairs: Mary
Halvorson
9.
Student Success
Committee/Student Services:
John Hernandez
10. Educational Master Plan
Committee/Academic Senate:
Morrie Barembaum
11. President: Juan Vázquez
Currently setting up codes for Datatel and proofing the catalog. Juan asked that
AnnMarie be included in developing the highlighted programs.
Library book sale is April 17-18.
Dean position has been re-flown, with a closing date of April 25.
No report.
a.
Bill Jeffery attended the Student Success Committee meeting to provide an overview
of success with faculty on helping to keep the cost of textbooks down.
b. The “early alert” system has been assessed and will be revised for more efficient
service to students. The next meeting will include a demonstration of SARS alert, a
scheduling program currently used by counselors.
c. Interviews are occurring this week for the LD Specialist.
d. Senior Day is April 18.
e. The Transfer Center hosted a pre-med workshop for students.
f. Dora Contreras-Bright, in the Career Center, held a workshop at OEC on career
resources.
Recommended to invite Bill
Jeffery to the joint department
chair meetings to continue
discussions on textbook costs.
No report.
a.
b.
Sergio Rodriguez has electronically distributed the first edition of the Datatel
newsletter.
Chancellor’s Ball is set for Friday, October 12, at the Disneyland Hotel.
Recommended Sergio be
invited to Senate and
department chair meetings for
Datatel updates.
Santiago Canyon College - Mission Statement
Santiago Canyon College (SCC) is a diverse learning community dedicated to intellectual and personal growth. Our purpose is to foster a learning environment that helps students
develop knowledge and understanding, critical thinking, sound decision making, cultural awareness, effective communication sk ills, and a commitment to local and global citizenship.
Santiago Canyon College offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes university transfer, associate degree and certificate programs. In addition, we provide community services,
career education, continuing education, basic skills development, and a range of support services for full and part-time students, including those with family and career responsibilities. At
SCC we encourage students to plan, implement, and evaluate their educational progress through meaningful reflection and interaction with both the college and community. (Approved by
CPAC: 1/25/05)