COUNCIL OF DEANS

March 8, 2000

The Council of Deans met in regular session at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 8, 2000, in the Provost's Conference Room. John Mosbo presided, and the following council members were present: Kathleen Atkins, Sam Buchanan, Bob Everding, Neil Hattlestad, Joe Horton, Maurice Lee, Elaine McNiece, and Ron Toll. Sally Roden was absent, and Tony Sitz was present to discuss proposed updates to the registration process.

Sitz reported on the possibility of more computer access for department chairs during the registration process. Discussion followed. Sitz also informed the council of plans to hold a training session for updating electronic checksheets. He asked the deans to submit to him the names of persons designated to update the checksheets within each area.

The Council of Deans minutes of February 23 were approved as amended.

The Council of Deans minutes of March 1 were approved as circulated.

Everding explained the proposed process for registration of transfer students and asked the deans to provide input. Discussion followed.

Buchanan led a discussion of a proposed appeals process for disputes over student financial aid. One member of the Council of Deans would be asked to serve on an appeals committee, but the COD member must be from a college other than that of the student's major. Following discussion, consensus was reached to support the proposed appeal process.

Mosbo informed the deans of current salary considerations.

Mosbo led a discussion of the timetable for teacher preparation programs and changes required for licensure.

Dean Reports

McNiece reported that approximately 20 faculty received information from Charlotte Cone for faculty development through the IDC and University College. She asked the deans to encourage faculty to attend.

Hattlestad announced that the North Central Association recently approved the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.

Toll reported on a recent meeting of the Web Advisory Committee.

Mosbo: (1) announced that Matthew Saltz, son of CBA Assistant Dean Ira Saltz, was selected as one of only seven members of the Alpha Chi National Council; (2) asked the deans to check their calendars for retreat availability and dates for a meeting with department chairs; (3) requested more frequent updates on faculty searches; (4) discussed changes in the holiday schedule; (5) asked the deans to remind faculty and staff that the student health services on campus are for students, faculty, and staff only - children and spouses are not eligible for the services.

The meeting adjourned at 11:25 a.m.

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