MINUTES

Social Change and Development

Meeting of 5 September 2003, MAC B 315

Present: Austin, Kaye, Kersten, Lockard, Nielsen, Sanchez, Smith, Walter
Chair Walter called the meeting to order at 12:30 p.m.

1. Introductions: Omar Sanchez was formally introduced and welcomed to the unit as Everingham’s sabbatical replacement

2.1 Sorrows:

Tony Galt’s bicycle accident and the prognosis and experience of his recovery to date were discussed at length. The Unit wishes Tony, Janis and Alex the best in these difficult times and looks forward to a timely and full recovery for Tony.

SCD Emeritus Bela Baker’s passing and SCD Chair Walter’s and Professor Lockard’s appropriate and effective comments at his August 30 memorial service were grieved and celebrated as appropriate.

2.2 Celebrations:

Kersten and Nielsen will be teaming on a portion of Kersten’s public education grant.

Mike Mailander, a recent SCD graduate, will be studying public policy at UW-Milwaukee.

Nielsen announced a new book contract for a Helen Keller reader with NYU Press.

3. Advising : Walter and Austin will share advising responsibilities in Galt’s absence.

4. Budget: The current budget will support historic levels of travel expenditures, but all should anticipate stricter travel and cost reimbursement approvals, probably linked to published program participation. Availability of additional funding from grant overhead, and prospects for preserving such funds across budget years, were also discussed.

5. Leaves and Reassignments: Note was made of Lockard’s negotiations with Houghton Mifflin to allow him to devote full time to completing his world history text during spring 2004. Staffing adjustments to support this seem feasible.

6. Staffing Priorities: Walter noted and discussion ensued regarding an administrative initiative to prioritize replacements as open positions arise.

The meeting adjourned at 1:40 P.M.