Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Tawanikka Smith’s organization
Jun 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
LaGuardia Community College Senate Agenda
The meeting addressed the establishment of the Office of Immigrant Student Empowerment and plans to expand employer partnerships to increase work-based learning opportunities for students. The Senate discussed public safety concerns, including communication protocols and training, and voted to support a resolution regarding the format of graduation speeches. Additionally, the Senate received committee updates, discussed library renovation concerns, and reviewed student government achievements.
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The committee discussed the postponement of the academic probation policy until the fall semester to allow for additional stakeholder feedback. Key refinements were made to the academic policy FAQ, specifically regarding terminology, grade definitions (Incomplete, F, WU, WN), and the specific usage of PEN grades for unresolved academic integrity cases. The meeting also addressed academic integrity procedures, including the requirement for complaint forms and resolution timelines. Additionally, the committee reviewed processes for grade appeals, financial aid appeals, and updates concerning the college's online catalog system and faculty responsibilities regarding academic integrity documentation.
May 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Standing Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee held a meeting to discuss updates regarding the LaGuardia Brightspace grading schema, the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar, department representation protocols, the 2026 Governance Plan, and catalog management. Additionally, the committee evaluated the necessity of online proctoring guidance or policies, reviewing potential platforms and impacts on various programs. Members also reviewed a draft of FAQs for the committee website and assigned ownership for revisions to ensure policy alignment.
May 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
LaGuardia Community College College Senate College Senate Meeting
The meeting included the approval of the upcoming academic and senate calendars. Key discussions focused on Government Affairs strategies, specifically regarding funding initiatives and the relocation of the department. Significant time was dedicated to addressing ongoing scheduling and registration challenges, including the implementation of the Coursedog ticketing system, staffing concerns, and communication between Program Directors and administration. The Chair reported on leadership changes in Public Safety, security updates regarding student email accounts, commencement planning, and updates to the Governance Plan. Additionally, financial reports indicated a projected year-end surplus with planned investments in classroom technology, and various committees provided updates on their respective operational goals.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
