Jeremy Jones

The Professional Standards and Ethics Committee addressed the need for clear guidelines on AI use and academic integrity, particularly within online classes. The committee also reviewed the sabbatical process, aiming for improved accessibility of information on the faculty portal. Updates to the Faculty Handbook and syllabi to incorporate AI policies and grading standards were planned. Action items included contacting individuals for plagiarism procedures and coordinating AI training sessions.

The meeting included a discussion of the resignation of Trustee Liz Meyer. Reports were given by various college entities, including the Foundation, Associated Students, Academic Senate, CMC Faculty Association, Classified Senate, CSEA, Academic Services, Student Services, Human Resources, and Business Office. Presentations included a spotlight on student life. Information items covered new procedures, accreditation updates, ASCMC bylaws, the college organization chart, financial audits, and consent items related to student employees, classified assignments, faculty appointments, employee resignations, job descriptions, payroll, journal entries, and various action items related to policies, appointments, and agreements. The meeting concluded with suggestions for future agendas, including a workshop on measurable outcomes.

The key discussion topic was Resolution No. 24-05, which addressed the upcoming school district election for governing board members whose terms expire on December 13, 2024. The resolution confirms the expiring terms for specific board members.

The special meeting focused on the provisional appointment of a trustee for Area 4, following the resignation of the former trustee. Three candidates were interviewed, and each responded to a series of questions from the board members regarding their qualifications, experience, and vision for the college. Following the interviews and deliberations, Graydon "Chuck" Uyeda was appointed as the provisional trustee for Area 4.

The committee reviewed four emailed documents, with plans to use suggested edits for clearer drafts in the next meeting. Revised program review (PR) forms were discussed, including the creation of SWOT and work plan forms, narrative formats, and a taxonomy of program reviews. Data integration into Datatel and decentralized data extraction were also addressed, along with suggestions for a research committee pamphlet on data usage in program reviews. The committee planned an audit and needs assessment of all CMC PRs for a college-wide review day, aiming for a coordinated, data-driven annual review cycle. The next meeting will involve reviewing forms, calendars, and a PR checklist.