2001-2002 FACULTY SENATE
California State University, Sacramento

AGENDA
March 21, 2002
Foothill Suite, Union
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

MOMENT OF SILENCE

DON FIBIGER
Emeritus Professor of Theatre and Dance
1982-1999

OPEN FORUM

CONSENT CALENDAR

FS 02-10/CPC, Ex. PROGRAM CHANGE PROPOSAL  

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following program change proposal:

MS in Urban Land Development
New Program - Fast Track Process
The purpose of the program is to bring together the private (decision-making) and public (policy) aspects of real estate development and to help students develop the skills needed to develop land in metropolitan areas. The program is interdisciplinary and covers all major aspects of the development process including design, feasibility analysis, land use regulation, market and location analysis, and negotiation. Thus, graduates from the program would bridge the gap between land use professional with training in fields such as city planning, government, and public policy and those trained in business administration. Graduates from this program should be able to understand the constraints and incentives faced by both the private and public sector when making land use recommendations and decisions.  The proposed program does not have identifiable fiscal or programmatic impact on the offerings of other academic units.  All courses are currently offered at CSUS.

FS 02-11/CPC, Ex. PROGRAM CHANGE PROPOSAL  

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following program change proposal:

Master of Arts in Vocational Education
Request Projection of New Degree Programs - Fast Track for RCE
The Master of Arts in Vocational Education (MAVE) is on the CSU Master Plan.  The CSUS Departments of Special Education, Rehabilitation & School Psychology and Regional & Continuing Education (RCE) are requesting projection of this degree to the CSUS Academic Master Plan.

FS 02-12/CPC, Ex. PROGRAM CHANGE PROPOSAL  

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following program change proposal:

Master of Science in Healthcare Administration
Request Projection of New Degree Programs - Fast Track for RCE
The Office of Regional and Continuing Education (RCE), in conjunction with the College of Health and Human Services (HHS), the College of Business, and an Advisory Board with representatives from the above academic units, and representatives of healthcare organizations in both the private and public sector, propose to offer a master's degree in Healthcare Administration.

The program will help to prepare students for a wide range of healthcare administration careers including management, accounting, analytical skills, human resources, strategic planning, marketing, and operations specific to the healthcare area. The program seeks a balanced exposure to theoretical and conceptual coursework, applied course work, skill learning and field experience. The program will require two years of study taking classes two evenings a week, plus a 135-hour practicum to complete.

FS 02-13/FPC, Ex. CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING, (Amends FS 98-80)

The Faculty Senate recommends revision of the "Mission Statement and the Responsibilities of the CTL Advisory Board Related to Mission and Aims of the Center" as recommended by a joint committee of the CTL Board and FPC, approved unanimously by FPC, and approved by the Executive Committee (see Attachment A for amendments and rationale).

FS 02-14/CPC, Ex. ACADEMIC PROGRAM REVIEW - DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

The Faculty Senate receives the recommendations (Attachment B) of the Curriculum Policies Committee on the program review of the Civil Engineering Department and recommends that the Bachelor of Science and Master of Science and the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management Degrees be approved for six years or until the next program review.

REGULAR AGENDA

FS 02-09/Flr. MINUTES 

Approval of the Minutes of February 14 (#21), 2002.

FS 02-15/Flr. 2002-2003 COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES 

The Faculty Senate elects college representatives to the 2002-2003 Committee on Committees (see Attachment C [in MS Word] for eligibility by college).

SECOND READING
[Action may be taken]

FS 02-07, Ex. university artp document - AMEND SECTIONS 6.04, 6.06 AND 6.08

[Bill Dillon]

The UARTP Committee recommended and the Executive Committee approved a "friendly" addition to section 6.06.B.2 of the amendment as presented at First Reading. The wording appears with a double underline in Attachment E. The rationale for this change is included in the March 8, 2002 memo from Professor Dillon, Presiding Member of the UARTP Committee to the Executive Committee (Attachment D [in MS Word]). Any member may request to consider this as an amendment to be moved, seconded and acted upon, otherwise the change will remain incorporated into the original motion.

The Faculty Senate recommends amending the University ARTP document as shown in Attachment E [in MS Word].

FS 02-08, Ex. PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY, RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF


The Faculty Senate endorses the following "Principles of Community" statement:

PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY - BACKGROUND

"When a hate crime targets a member of the African-American community, it targets all of us.  When an anti-Semitic hate letter arrives in our mail, it is not only anti-Semitic, it is anti-human being and it trashes civilizations as we know it.  When members of the gay community are bashed, we are all bashed.  When our Hispanic brothers and sisters see themselves humiliated, we are humiliated.  Our opposition and repulsion alone will do nothing to stop similar incidents from occurring in the future.  We need to work together, we need to make our values known."

Dr. Donald R. Gerth, President, California State University, Sacramento
CSUS Bulletin, January 22, 2001

In the wake of a series of hate crimes against members of our campus community during the 1999-00 academic year, the University responded in a number of ways.  Initially, the campus community was called together to participate in a University convocation - entitled "Changing Times:  Ending Hate, Opening Minds".  An outgrowth of the activities during that year led to the designation of the 2000-01 academic year as the "Year of Unity".  During that year, statements were put forward and adopted by the Faculty Senate, and the community at-large was involved in a variety of programs - both aimed at reinforcing our commitment to inclusion and to the support and maintenance of an environment of tolerance, understanding and appreciation for all members of our campus community.  One of these activities was the development of the following "Principles of Community" statement.

PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY

We are an educational community with the responsibility to create an environment that fosters personal and professional integrity, civility, respect, freedom of expression, individuality and fairness.

We commit to treat one another with civility; most importantly, this means treating others with respect - even those with whom we disagree - and encouraging dialogue about such disagreements.

We confront and reject all manifestations of discrimination including those based on race, ethnicity, gender and gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious and political beliefs, status within or outside the university, and any of the other differences among people which have been the rationalization for prejudice, violence and hatred.

We recognize our rich diversity and take pride in our inclusive environment. We celebrate our differences and promote awareness through education.

We strive to create a climate in which all members of the University can work together and learn from one another.

We accept and respect individuals whose values, ideas, beliefs and life experiences may, be different from our own, as long as those differences do not violate the basic civil rights of others.

We behave in ways that are ethical, honest, equitable, trustworthy, civil and respectful to preserve the spirit of community.

We believe that free inquiry and free expression are basic tenets in the life of the university.

We do not tolerate verbal or written abuse, threats, harassment, intimidation or violence under any circumstances, while at the same time, recognizing that freedom of expression may create discomfort in others.

We affirm the inherent dignity in each of us and acknowledge that our society carries within it historically rooted biases and bigotry.

Finally, we each share the responsibility to provide the best learning environment for all, and we recognize and appreciate that community cannot exist without unity of purpose, cooperative action and above all mutual respect.

FIRST READING

[10 minute time limited discussion-unless extended by majority vote; no action]

FS 02-16A/Ex. REPORT, 2000-01 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW TEAM

The Faculty Senate receives the “General Education Program Review Team 2000-01 Report”, expresses appreciation to the review team for their dedication, time and contribution, and instructs the Senate Chair to formally communicate the Senate’s expression of appreciation to each member of the team.

2000-01 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW TEAM

CO-CHAIRS: William Dorman, Government, and John Henry, Economics. 
TEAM MEMBERS: 

Andrew Anker, Design 
Ruth Ballard, Biological Sciences 
John Corliss, Accountancy 
Ernest Olson, Recreation and Leisure Studies 
James Ottem, Associated Students, Incorporated (ASI) 
Anne-Louise Radimsky, Computer Science 
Francisco Reveles, Educational Administration and Policy Studies 
Jennifer Ware, Library
Cecilia Gray, Associate Vice President for Undergraduate Programs (Ex-officio)

Furthermore, the Faculty Senate recognizes the importance of the Review Team’s work and that its recommendations have not only been endorsed by those who most closely involved in the review process:

2000 General Education Self Study Team 
2001-02 General Education Review Team 
2001 General Education External Consultants

but also reflect the findings and recommendations of those most closely involved in the last General Education Program Review.

1989 General Education Self Study Team 
1990-91 General Education Review Team 
1990 General Education External Consultants 
1994 WASC Team 

(see Attachment F for background)

The complete report is available on the web at: http://www.csus.edu/acse/GERT_Report_Final.pdf.

FS 02-16B/Ex. ESTABLISH GENERAL EDUCATION IMPLEMENTATION GROUP, 2000 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW

The Faculty Senate recommends 1) the establishment of a seven member General Education Implementation Group (GERIG), 2) the faculty members of GERIG receive 3 units of assigned time for the fall semester 2002, and 3) the committee be charged to complete the tasks described below.

MEMBERSHIP WOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: 
One Student (appointed by ASI) 
Six Faculty members: 

Two members of the General Education Review Team 
General Education Policies / Graduation Requirements Committee Representative
Faculty Coordinator for General Education 
Faculty Coordinator for Assessment 
One at-large Faculty Member 

Ex officio, Associate Vice President for Undergraduate Programs

A reference to the GERT Recommendation to form GERIG can be found on page 11 of the Report.

CHARGE:  Before the Senate debates and decides and to better inform the debate on the GERT recommendation to create a full-time position of Director of General Education, GERIG will develop the job description for the proposed Director, which will include the roles and responsibilities of the Director in various capacities related to oversight of the University's General Education curriculum and related assessment and coordination activities. This work should be completed with the recommendation coming to the Senate for First and Second Reading before the end of the spring 2002 semester.

A reference to the GERT Recommendation to create a full-time position of Director of GE can be found on page 13 of the Report.

Before the Senate debate and action and to better inform the debate on GERT Recommendations 3, 4, 5 and 6, GERIG will undertake an impact analysis for each recommendation and bring each recommendation and their findings to the Senate for First and Second Reading before the end of the fall 2002 semester.

The full text of the GERT recommendation and its rationale can be found on page 14 of the Report.

The full text of the GERT recommendation and its rationale can be found on page 16 of the Report.

The full text of the GERT recommendation and its rationale can be found on page 18 of the Report.

The full text of the GERT recommendation and its rationale can be found on page 19 and 20 of the Report.

Where appropriate, the impact analysis should include consultation with the effected parties, such as University committees, departments, programs and support. In addition, GERIG should suggest - where feasible - ways to mitigate the possible negative impact that the proposed changes might have on departments and/or programs.

FS 02-16C/Ex. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT - SENATE

Pending approval of FS 02-16B/Ex., the following appointments are recommended for approval:

General Education Implementation Group (GERIG)  

[All appointments through Fall 2002]

Representatives from the General Education Review Team 
Bill Dorman, Government
Ruth Ballard, Biological Sciences

Representative from the General Education Policies/Graduation Requirements Committee 
Dick Kornweibel, History

Faculty Coordinator for General Education 
Greg Wheeler, Geology

Faculty Coordinator for Assessment 
Ann Haffer, Nursing

At-large Faculty Member
Jackie Donath, Humanities and Religious Studies

FS 02-16D/Ex. COMMUNITY COLLEGE TRANSFERS, 2000 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW RECOMMENDATIONS

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following:

NOTE. Currently, the code requirements (Title 5, Section 40404) require students to take courses to produce competency in U.S. history, the Constitution, and State and Local Government. If this requirement is not fulfilled prior to transfer, an additional six units of coursework would be required, with the appropriate courses listed in Area D3 of the General Education program.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#12) can be found on page 29 of the Report.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#14) can be found on page 31 of the Report.

FS 02-16E/Ex. APPROVAL AND REFERRAL TO THE GEP/GR COMMITTEE, 2000 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW

 

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following and charges the Senate's General Education Policies/Graduation Requirements Committee (GEP/GRC) with developing the appropriate policies necessary to implement these recommendations.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#9) can be found on page 28 of the Report.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#11) can be found on page 28 of the Report.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#13) can be found on page 30 of the Report.

FS 02-16F/Ex. APPROVAL AND REFERRAL TO FPC, 2000 GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REVIEW

The Faculty Senate recommends approval of the following and charges the Senate's Faculty Policies Committee (FPC) with developing appropriate policies and/or guidelines necessary to implement these recommendations.

  1. It is essential for the university to recognize and reward teaching and advising activities associated with GE. Specifically, FPC should explore and recommend new and more effective ways to attract and reward those who are willing to teach (and advise) in GE, especially in the RTP. In matters of RTP, faculty teaching General Education courses should receive the same recognition as those faculty teaching courses in the major. Efforts should be made to actively encourage full-time faculty to participate in the General Education Program.
  2. Special attention in this regard should be paid to innovation in coursework, particularly innovation that achieves interdisciplinarity.
  3. Each department should have a designated GE adviser, but all faculty should have knowledge of the program. For this purpose, GERIG and/or the GE committee should develop and distribute a faculty GE Advising Handbook.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#8) can be found on page 25 of the Report.

A reference to the specific GERT Recommendation (#10) can be found on page 28 of the Report.

INFORMATION:

  1. Senate Home Page:  http:/www.csus.edu/acse

  2. Senate Chairs Meeting at CSUS, Thursday, April 4, 2002

  3. Next Senate Meeting:  April 11, 2002

  4. Faculty Governance Forum at CSUS, Thursday, April 18, 2002 with David Spence, Associate Vice Chancellor, Chancellor's Office; Jacqueline Kegley, Chair, Statewide Academic Senate; and Debra Farar, incoming Chair, Board of Trustees