Wednesday, April 10, 2024
9:00 am - 11:00 am, 114 Marano Campus Center and via Zoom video conference
Attendance
College Council Members Present
In person:
- Austin Davis
- Richard Farfaglia
- Tara Fitzgibbons
- Christine Patrick
On Zoom:
- Darlene Baker
- Jim McMahon
Invited Guests Present
In person:
- Jamal Coleman
- Tina Cooper
- Wendy McManus
- Karen Crowe
- Kristi Eck
- Scott Furlong
- Kathleen Kerr
- Vicki Furlong
- Mary Canale
- Cory Bezek
- Peter Nwosu
- Liz Schmitt
On Zoom:
- Laura Spenceley
Minutes
Welcome and Call to Order
James McMahon, College Council Chair, called to order at 9:00 am by Richard Farfaglia.
Approval of Minutes
Minutes of February 21, 2024, were unanimously approved. Motion by Christine Patrick, seconded by Austin Davis.
Student Association Report
Austin Davis, Student Association President, discussed the ongoing budget process, election results, and the restructuring of the executive branch.
New Definition of “Student” in Student Handbook
Request for Council Approval - Kathleen Kerr, VP for Student Affairs, presented a revised definition to better include all students, based on feedback from the student conduct director and comparisons with other SUNY schools. Motion to approve by Tara Fitzgibbons, seconded by Christine Patrick. Motion passed unanimously.
Update on Solar Eclipse, April 8, 2024
Tina Cooper, Internship and Student Employment Coordinator, celebrated the successful viewing event which had a turnout of over a thousand, including a packed room of visiting professors and students. Media update and appreciation for Shashi Kanbur were highlighted.
Alumni Report
Mary Canale, Vice President for University Advancement, discussed upcoming alumni events including the 88th torchlight ceremony and reunion weekend.
Faculty Assembly Report
Elizabeth Schmitt, Chair, Faculty Assembly, gave her final report, covering remaining FA meetings and faculty engagements.
President’s Report
Peter O. Nwosu, President, emphasized the importance of engagement with students, faculty, and staff, updates on Hewitt Hall renovations, and the strategic plan for moving the university forward. Enrollment and retention strategies were also discussed.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the meeting moved by Tara Fitzgibbons; seconded by Christine Patrick. Meeting adjourned at 11:01 am.