February 9, 2024

Agenda

If you are a voting member of the faculty, please bring a laptop or smartphone with you to the meeting. Please log into pollev.com/cojmcunl645 before the meeting begins. 

  1. Review of December 8, 2023, minutes
     
  2. December Kudos
    1. Nominator Jill Martin:  Jill nominated Lance Vie. "Congratulations, Lance, on receiving the $5,000 Marty Riemenschneider Scholarship. Your commitment to broadcasting and your outstanding achievements throughout your time at CoJMC have not gone unnoticed. We've appreciated your hard work and dedication in Nebraska Nightly and the Experience Lab. This prestigious scholarship reflects your commitment to excellence. Keep shining bright and continue making strides in everything you do."
    2. Nominee Kristian Anderson:  Kristian was nominated by Shari Veil. "Kristian worked with students to produce videos for the Cornhusker State Games Athlete of the Year. I received a glowing letter from the president of the Nebraska Sports Council, who wanted to convey their sincere thanks to the students and to Professor Anderson for his leadership. According to the letter, "the videos created by your students not only captured the essence of the Cornhusker State Games but also reflected a high level of professionalism and creativity...Professor Anderson's commitment to fostering a learning environment that encourages creativity and excellence is truly commendable." Kudos Kristian!" 
    3. All-time Nominator (Jun. 27, 2021 to Feb. 2, 2024): Haley Hamel with 262 kudos submitted. 
  3. Announcements
  4. Old Business
    1. Hiring Update
    2. Budget Update
  5. Committee Plans and Reports
    1. Executive Committee
      1. Faculty Development Leave
        1. Shrader
        2. Kiambi
      2. Best Practices for Faculty Searches
      3. Check-out Room Fine Appeal Policy
    2. Strategic Planning Committee
      1. Call for College Award Nominations
      2. Portfolios
      3.  Plan updates
    3. Undergraduate Curriculum Committee
      1. Announcements
        1. Digital Accessibility Bridge Training
        2. Correction Rosters and Midterm Grades
        3. Student Referral Guide
        4. Fall Schedule
        5. New Courses/Updated Courses
        6. Assessment Planning including ACE
    4. Graduate Program Committee
      1. Announcements
        1. Graduate Numbers
        2. Graduate Assistantships
        3. Probation and Termination Process
        4. Assessment Planning
        5. Canvas Resource
        6. OGS Awards/Fellowships
    5. Undergraduate Scholarships & Student Success Committee
    6. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
    7. Research, Creative Activity & Awards Committee
      1. Announcements
        1. Writing/Research Day -  Linda White
    8. Technology & Infrastructure Committee
      1. Nebraska News Service
      2. Third Floor Studio
    9. Student Competitions Committee
  6. Upcoming Events and Deadlines
    1. Feb. 8 to 15 - Worick Visiting Professor Jen Urich
    2. Feb. 14-15 - Glow Big Red
    3. Feb. 16 - FIE: Innovations on Canvas
    4. Feb. 23 - Perry Challenge Kickoff
    5. March 2 - Perry Challenge
    6. March 5 - E.N. Thompson Forum, Lynsey Addario

Minutes

Faculty & Staff Resources