Rictor L. Calhoun

The meeting included updates from the President's Office regarding upcoming events, enrollment reports detailing growth in Summer and Fall applications, and Human Resources updates covering recent hires, staff departures, and upcoming training. The agenda also featured marketing outreach, advancement and alumni affairs fundraising for athletics, and academic initiatives, including new concentrations and a proposal for a master's degree. Finance and Administration provided end-of-year fiscal reminders and system transition updates. Finally, the Treasurer reported on staff development and campus funds, followed by community announcements regarding staff interest groups and suggestion forms.

The agenda includes a vote on a proposed amendment and reports from various departments, including the President's Office, Enrollment, Marketing, Human Resources, Advancement and Alumni Affairs, Finance and Administration, and Academic Affairs. Additionally, the meeting will cover a Treasurer's report, a positive recognition segment, and general announcements including reminders and Fan Friday.

The meeting featured updates from various university departments. Key topics included strategic planning goals, enrollment statistics for summer and fall terms, personnel changes in Human Resources, and upcoming campus events. Marketing provided guidance on an official swag request process, while Advancement and Alumni Affairs reported on recent and upcoming alumni activities and fundraising efforts. Academic Affairs discussed new degree proposals and student enrollment targets. Additionally, financial updates were provided via the Treasurer's Report, and the council encouraged the formation of staff interest groups and the use of a new anonymous suggestion form.

The Staff Council meeting included announcements regarding upcoming holiday activities and community initiatives. Updates from the President's Office covered recent student retention and enrollment gains, future degree program developments, and strategic facility needs. The Human Resources department provided information on personnel changes, upcoming compliance training, performance evaluation cycles, and wellness program achievements. Advancement and Alumni Affairs reported on the success of faculty and staff fundraising campaigns and promoted upcoming events like Giving Day and the Gordon Gala. Finance and Administration representatives shared information regarding the ongoing budget season. The Treasurer's Report detailed funds raised for charitable giving and staff development initiatives.

This document, a campus plan update for Gordon State College, outlines strategies to enhance student success and educational accessibility. Key focus areas include refining advising and mentoring programs, improving academic support systems, optimizing course scheduling, upgrading educational technology like DegreeWorks, and streamlining admissions and new student orientation processes. The plan aims to improve student outcomes, retention, and support for diverse student populations through innovative teaching and engaged learning, with initiatives extending through 2023.