College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science

Executive Council Minutes

Thursday, September 30, 2010

 

Members Present:  J. Clifton, H. Evensen, O. Jadaan, J. Kile, J. McDonald, M. Meyers, P. Parker, L. Riedle, T. Scanlan, P. Sealy, J. Wilson, and T. Zauche

 

Absent:  D. Kunz

 

Visitors:  M. Muslu, C. Riedl-Farrey, T. Salmon-Stephens

 

Minutes from September 23, 2010 were approved.

 

Announcements

 

  1. Joanne reminded everyone that the Faculty Professional Development deadline is September 30, 2010.
  2. DLC Fall 2010 Registrations – Lisa wanted to report that we currently have 167 students enrolled in the Masters’ program which is 12 above the goal.
  3. Tammy reminded everyone about RSVPs for homecoming fish fry for graduating students.
  4. Tammy wanted to clarify that the “M” lighting is 10 p.m. and not 9:00 p.m.  Chemistry will be doing the fireworks and mechanical engineering students are in charge of lighting it.
  5. Joanne said to submit your leave reports for summer (May through August).
  6. Joanne reminded everyone about meeting next week at Steve’s Pizza, 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 6th.

 

Discussion Topics:

 

  1. Cathy Riedl-Farrey went over two handouts, Financial Services Staff and a listing of all funds.  She answered questions and gave information about the different types of accounts. 

 

  1. Opportunity Fund Proposal – P. Sealy (on “S” drive)

Phil talked about an opportunity fund that he, Dave Kunz, Hal Evensen, Mark Meyers, Tim Zauche, Mohan Gill, and Joe Clifton wrote and was approved.  There was a lengthy discussion about what way this group should go now.

 

  1. STEM Scholars and Career Day – T. Salmon-Stephens

This item was not discussed.

 

  1. Departmental Handouts – Use of Logo – J. Wilson

This item was not discussed.

 

  1. Other

 

Meeting Adjourned at 8:55 a.m.