Miesha Watts

The Faculty Senate meeting covered several key administrative and operational topics. Discussions included communication protocols between departments and faculty, faculty communication surveys, and updates on instructional technology support. The Senate addressed Distance Learning training requirements, ADA compliance for email signatures, and policy discussions surrounding academic integrity and the use of Honorlock. Additionally, the meeting touched on student registration issues regarding Canvas course availability and the necessity of using personal cell phones for institutional authentication. Professional development plans were reviewed, including the upcoming Spring kickoff and future student services-focused events. The Academic Assessment Committee reported on rubric proficiency definitions and strategies for handling AI-generated student submissions. Finally, there was a discussion regarding communication gaps concerning campus maintenance and facility projects.

The meeting encompassed a wide range of academic and operational issues, including improvements to faculty communication through surveys and division meetings, and concerns regarding classroom technology and textbook selection processes. The senate discussed Distance Learning (DL) training and ADA compliance requirements, alongside an officer meeting with the VPAA concerning advising procedures and collegewide academic integrity policies. Additional topics included the duration of course availability in Canvas, authentication security through personal cell phones, and ongoing Honorlock software concerns. The meeting also addressed college committee reports and tabled a discussion on campus maintenance and facilities communications.

The meeting included discussions on the committee selection process, committee handbook policies, and the communication structure between the VPAA and faculty. The senate addressed the need for monitoring instructional technology in classrooms, reviewed the Quest to 10,000 attendance verification process, and discussed training for digital learning and bookstore operations. New business topics, some of which were tabled, included advising pre-requisite overrides, managing course access in Canvas after semester closures, academic integrity policies, and the use of personal cell phones for institutional authentication.

The meeting provided an orientation for dual enrollment students and parents, covering key academic and support resources available at the college. Topics included the college's commitment to student success, the expectations of college-level coursework, an overview of the Warhawk Book Pack program, and instructions on how to utilize tutoring services through the STAR Institute. Additionally, representatives highlighted campus resources, the importance of maintaining communication via the student email portal, and guidance on managing deadlines and accessing academic support.

This document provides updates on an ongoing strategic plan focused on several key areas. These include enhancing facilities and infrastructure, improving student support services covering enrollment, mental health, tutoring, and student life initiatives, and advancing academic excellence through data-informed decisions, research, programmatic pathways, and faculty development. The plan also addresses human resources management, community engagement, technology infrastructure improvements, and fostering a positive organizational culture.