Leo Pan

The meeting included discussions on initiatives such as VP prioritization plans, the ISER timeline for accreditation, and the development of programs for the IETTC facility. The Senate reviewed results from the ASCCC Plenary, discussed updates to the District Academic Senate bylaws, and addressed concerns regarding student program maps and the SEP process. Additionally, the committee reviewed updates to AP 6160A and heard officer reports concerning sabbatical updates, DE certification peer reviews, basic needs outreach, and institutional concerns regarding the new ERP system.

The meeting includes updates from liaison reports, committee and council updates regarding the Program Review process, AI position statements, and accreditation efforts. Ongoing business items focus on education assistant applications, district academic senate bylaws, ASCCC resolutions, and a Canvas gradebook software pilot. New business covers naming recognition for the Drum Set Room at the Coil School for the Arts and committee appointments. The agenda also features officer reports and an open hearing session.

The meeting included reports from the Faculty Association regarding contract negotiations and ratification procedures. Curriculum updates were discussed, including phase two of common course numbering, catalog deadlines, and new Title 5 requirements for equity and inclusion. The senate addressed ongoing business including election results, the nomination of faculty tri-chairs, a review of faculty FLEX guidelines, and the approval of Distance Education as a standing committee. New business topics included input on presidential candidate finalists, an overview of the district CCAP MOU, and resources for inclusive data practices. Ratifications for various committee chairs were finalized, and leadership provided reports on graduation logistics and district policy updates.

The Academic Senate discussed various committee updates, including the Integrated Enrollment and Technology Training Center (IETTC) proposal and its phase-one program identification. Discussions also covered ISER accreditation timelines, district academic senate bylaws, and the creation of Student Education Plans. Additionally, the senate reviewed college budget allocations, facilities projects, and district-wide audiovisual standards. Officer reports provided updates on Distance Education certification, curriculum deadlines, and various student support initiatives.

The meeting encompassed several reports and updates, including a Faculty Association update on elections and contract negotiations, college graduation planning, information security document reviews, and enrollment strategies. Committee updates were provided regarding strategic planning, curriculum launch deadlines, and course classification changes. General Counsel reviewed Brown Act regulations. Other discussions included a software pilot for Early Alert, updates on the IETTC proposal, faculty election cycles, and resources available through the RCC Cares team. A forum was held to discuss faculty concerns and priorities regarding the search for the next College President.