Resolution 92-93-11

James Dennis; Student Life; President Sample

Whereas, The Faculty Senate Commission on the Future of the University has highlighted the importance to the University of provisions for student life. The Senate Commission on Student Cultural Life has begun work toward enhancing the vitality of the cultural and intellectual environment the campus provides for our students beyond the classroom. The Senate has already resolved that the current planning process attend to this topic. The Vice President for Student Affairs, James Dennis, has commendably cooperated with enthusiasm with the Senate=s efforts. President Sample has emphasized increased attention to students as vital to recruitment and retention of the best students. The University previously had Committees on Student Affairs or Student Life, but has not had such a committee for some time. The Senate Commission on Student Cultural Life is a temporary body with limited mission. Its concerns and recommendations deserve follow through by a permanent body. Now Therefore Be It Resolved By The Faculty Senate That, A standing committee on Student Life be created. The Executive Board should work with the Vice President, Student Affairs, toward dual administrative-Senate sponsorship of the committee, preferably as a Senate committee recognized by the administration.

Resolution Number: 92-93-11

Author: Senate Executive Board

Date: January 20, 1993

Action Taken: [no record of action taken]