ࡱ> QSP e3bjbjcTcT .@>>9++3338k$3'0o'q'q'q'q'q'q'$ )+b''' o' o' :%'CV3& [''0'&R$,uZ$,''$,#'8, |k'' .'$, : March 3rd, 2010 Faculty Assembly Executive Council (FAEC) Meeting Present: Eddie Saiff, Ira Spar, Iraida Lopez, Anita Stellenwerf, Jeremy Geller, Elaine Risch, Marta Bautis, President Peter Mercer, Bob Becklen, Provost Beth Barnett, Rob Mentore, Jim Morley Secretary: Kristin Kenneavy International Education (with Dr. Jeremy Geller) Dr. Geller described his vision for International Education (IE). This included a move away from post-colonial models of study abroad (where students just observe another culture rather than interact with it and give something back), reciprocity, creating whole students who have both area knowledge and empathy, continuity with multicultural and intercultural education, and integration with all four pillars. He sees the above as a dynamic set of objectives and looks forward to hearing what the Deans Council has to say about the possibilities for collaborative work around IE. English as a Second Language (ESL): Can be used as a service to existing students, as a recruitment tool, as a revenue generator, and as a service to the corporate community. The goal is to have this program started by Sept. 2011 (ambitious timeline). It would be a one-year intensive program. Study Abroad: Experiences of different duration and character should be offered. Third party offerings can also be vetted and included. The curriculum drives study abroad, but there is also a need to try to make it more affordable for students. 鶹ý provides $65k to help students participate. Dr. Geller discussed the elimination of the gravy train of study abroad (referring to faculty). Faculty engagement should be for the benefit of students, and faculty will now need to have standardized training. Mandatory insurance for study abroad is required for both students and faculty (HTH). This costs students $30 per month. Emergency protocols are also to be instated; back-up plan for someone to teach and look after the students in the event that the faculty member should be injured or fall ill. Selection of good program providers is a priority; looking for depth of relationships so that they are attentive to our students. Rational business processes are also being worked out; Roukema Center is working with the financial aid office (and others) to get rid of redundancies and ambiguities. Engagement with Faculty: The Roukema Center would like to collaborate (particularly with AIS) on colloquia and discussions and would also like to work with the International Studies major (and revive the honors society associated with it). Recruitment of Intl Students: A two-sided description of 鶹ý will be made available electronically in foreign countries. There is a hope that government-sponsored foreign students will eventually come to Ramapo, but it probably wont happen this year. Currently 鶹ý has 20-30 applications from foreign students in hand, but this will probably produce a low yield due to insufficient scholarship support ($10k gaps). The Roukema Center is working with enrollment management (as well as the faculty and deans); need to have a conversation about the kind of students we want to recruit. The hope is to diversify the countries of origin; multiple cohorts from various countries. Bridging the Gap: There is a need to explore the continuities between multi-cultural education (diversity) and international education. Structures are not in place so this is a potential area for growth. The Roukema Center plans to work in conjunction with the Diversity Actions Committee (DAC), the Cahill Center, and EOF (economic diversity). Process and Purview: Dr. Geller asserted that the operational purview needs to remain with the Roukema Center and stated that the staff members are not travel agents, but rather educators. Hiring: Need to tighten the process of hiring Roukema staff. Currently, it is unclear who is responsible and there is a lot of confusion on this issue. Grant preparation and work with the Ramapo Foundation: This process is also confusing in need of clarification. Assessment of faculty-led programs: Should the schools do the academic piece and Roukema Center the operational piece? These questions need to be answered. Areas of Concentration: It has been suggested that, due to limited resources, 鶹ý should not try to be everyplace on the globe. However, it is not yet clear how areas of concentration might be identified or who will make the decisions regarding which areas are selected. Dr. Geller suggested that we should be where we have curricular roots. Deans and faculty will need to contribute to this decisionmaking process. Commentary on the Above Issues: It was suggested that the Dr. Geller be allowed to do his job and that the faculty should stop micromanaging this issue and creating obstruction. The idea of fixed areas of concentration was raised and it was asked whether this may be unnecessarily rigid. Dr. Geller responded that there was no intent to be rigid or to not change under changing circumstances. Is was asked whether a faculty member always needs a program assistant (back-up person). Dr. Geller responded that this would be required in areas where there isnt institutional affiliation and that there is the possibility of contracting this aspect out to external organizations from within the destination country. Assessment was discussed. Some felt that an outside body may be needed to do assessment on the quality of the programs because it is difficult to assess ourselves. The Roukema Center already assesses the operational aspects of the programs (online format). It was suggested that the schools should assess study abroad programs in the same way in which they assess on-campus courses. Is there an existing Ramapo academic assessment template for study abroad? It was asked what ongoing internal study abroad programs Ramapo offers. The Fireflies Program in India as well as a new program in Rome (centered around the economics of food, likely starting in Sept. 2011) were mentioned. The composition of the Study Abroad Committee was asked about. It is made up of some faculty who currently do study abroad and some who do not. Representatives will rotate through (2-year terms). Units elected the reps. This committee meets with Ben Levy. It was asked whether remuneration would be changed for study abroad due to the gravy train issue. Dr. Geller responded that this is an issue for AFT although the pay is now more equitable. There are 3 levels of administrative stipend. The Roukema Center has sent pay recommendations to AFT through Judith Jeneys office. President Mercer remarked that he is supportive of the changes this far and the vision moving forward. Tenure by Exceptional Action Proposed Changes to the Tenure by Exceptional Action Policy were reviewed. The Provosts Office had asked for the policy to be reviewed based on the recommendations of past tenure committees. The issue of service was raised and it was asked whether someone could really show extraordinary service in only two years. The document states that more weight will be given to service to Ramapo (and the local community) but that past service would also be considered. The document suggested that individuals be able to apply in any year prior to tenure (2nd, 3rd, or 4th year). The state statute governing this process was passed in the 1970s but not used much until the past 10 years (at Ramapo). In NJ, you cant be appointed with tenure, even if you had it at a past institution. This can act as a deterrent for good candidates. It was discussed that this process should be reserved for those coming from another tenured position (or close to tenured position) or those coming from non-academic jobs with a great deal of experience (i.e. it is not to be used by those who are right out of graduate school). It was discussed whether or not candidates should be able to apply year after year, and the general consensus was no. Related to this was a discussion of whether it should be a tenure or out policy. There was some discussion of whether this should be the candidates decision alone or whether it should be done in conjunction with the convening group and unit. There was some disagreement as to which was the better option. The political aspect of leap-frogging over colleagues was raised. The group drafting this document did not look at promotions, but it was suggested that this is another area that may need some scrutiny. It was suggested that this be suggested to likely candidates at the time of their job interview. The Provost indicated that she was OK with this process not going through an administrative structure, as it would mirror what is currently done. The group who drafted the documents will work on changes, then the proposed changes will need to go to the faculty assembly for approval and then to AFT. It was suggested that it should be clear that this is a recommendation to the Provost and the President. Judith Jeney will take it to AFT to approve the procedure. The criteria go to the administration for decision (with AFT consultation). Academic Commons The idea of a faculty-only dining area was not well received. President Mercer will be happy to review proposals for an alternate idea. Rob Mentore agreed to draft a proposal that SC136 (nearest the cafeteria) be blocked out between the hours of 12 and 2 as an academic commons, open to anyone who feels engaged in the academic enterprise. It was also suggested that if the bookstore were to move, that would also be a good space. The proposal would eventually go to the Faculty assembly for a vote. 4. Budget and Fundraising (President Mercer) The budget has been cut by 1.136 million in this year, which was anticipated. What isnt known is whether this is the new base for the next fiscal year. Both direct and indirect cuts are a possibility; indirect cuts involve mandates that we are obliged to fulfill that were not funded for directly. The new budget wont be finalized until the end of July. Right now the planning is on a contingency basis. Models are run for cuts at 5, 10, and 15 percent (although the last is likely). There is a need to pursue the capital improvement fee. For students, this results in a $333 increase over two years. We cant keep transferring operating funds to capital. There are a number of capital projects; the science labs, HVAC in the student center, and the roof in H-wing. The receipt of a $2million NSF grant will help with some of those. In terms of fundraising, we are doing better than other colleges in the state. We have a higher proportion of alumni giving than other schools. Over 300 tickets were sold for the Distinguished Citizens Dinner. The president would see the Sharpe Sustainability Center and Spiritual Center open before asking for more money for projects. For next week, George Tabback will come to speak about issues of technology in the classrooms and passwords. FAEC and FA Minutes approved.      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