Minutes of the
STUDENT ASSOCIATION SENATE
OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
7 April 2013
CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order by James Zanayed at 6:06 p.m. in the Heritage Room in the Holmes
Student Center. Senate Clerk Chad Harris conducted a roll call of Senators. Preasent in the Audience
was members of the executive cabinet, plus Senators At Large to be and Vice President Dr. Bill Nicklas,
Associate Vice President Dr. John R. Jones. with a quorum present, the meeting proceeded. Speaker
Zanayed asked Senator Frank to lead in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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MEETING AND AGENDA APPROVAL
Speaker Zanayed motions to approve last meetings minutes. Speaker Zanayed motions to move agenda
items B, C, and D from new business to old business and to pass the items as consent agenda. Motion
passes.
SPEAKER’S REPORT
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May 5th is the last meeting. (4) Left
Continuing to work on the amnesty policy.
Speaker Zanayed challenged the faculty as the Senate meeting to explore the Rec. during peak
hours.
Have Town Hall meetings soon to figure out new issues.
Facebook Senate Group is up and running now. Public affairs is working on the advertisement of
the group.
Congratulating the new Executive Cabinet that just got elected.
New Mayor in Dekalb this Tuesday.
New President of NIU Dr. Donald Baker.
COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
Director Pooler
James and Chloe working on a (Senate Cares Day) on a (Saturday).
Chairwoman Frank
Like the Facebook Group
Deputy Speaker Theodore
Thanking Senators for making a showing at the Presidential announcement ceremony.
Stick around in the SA, it will be an interesting semester next year.
Ad-Hoc Chairman Domke
Working with Athletics Department to get Tailgating to Baseball Games.
EXECUTIVE BRANCH REPORT(S)
Treasurer Venaas
First subcommittee next week. Go meet with Josh if you have questions about the budget.
Director of Organizational Development Gypty Thomas
Working to get last minute Organizations recognized.
Congratulations to Senators that got Student Choice Award.
On Campus Job Fair was a great success.
Greek Week went well, all the organizations left with positive messages.
Director of Academics Susie Richards
Implementation of the Plus/Minus System.
Endorses the 2.5 GPA Constitutional Amendment.
OLD BUSINESS
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Senator Philips speaks
Senator Troutman speaks
Speaker Zanayed speaks
Senator Troutman speaks
Senator Zanayed speaks
Senator Clark speaks
Senator Young speaks
Advisor Dr. Jones Speaks
Senator Alford speaks
Senator Troutman speaks
Bill passes at 6:45 pm
SAR 44054: A Resolution to appoint Kevin Malone
 Speaker Kevin Malone Speaks on his behalf
 Resolution passes at 6:51 pm
 Kevin Malone Takes Oath of Office
SAB 44042: A Bill to approve NIU Table Tennis
 Vice President and Secretary speak on the Groups behalf
 Bill passes at 6:56 pm
SAR 44055: A Resolution to show support for the advancement of Recreation Facilities
 Speaker Zanayed adds a motion to vote unanimously, Motion Passes
 Resolution Passes at 6:58 pm
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senator Pooler:
Go out and Vote for Mayor this week. Done Tuesday.
Senator Domke:
Go out to the baseball games. Show support.
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ADJOURNMENT
Speaker Zanayed requested a motion to adjourn. Motion is made by Senator Theodore. Seconded by
Senator Clark. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:00 p.m.
MINUTES SUBMITTED BY
Chad A. Harris, Clerk of the Senate & Special Assistant to the Speaker.