The Committee’s original charge was to:
- consider the various mechanisms for improving climate, as well as assisting individuals;
- pilot those that are feasible over a year’s time;
- evaluate the results;
- and report back to the Faculty Senate.
The Committee’s membership includes:
- academic staff members: Lucy Arendt, Anne Buttke, and Bob Skorczewski
- faculty members: Bill Laatsch, Illene Noppe (chair), and Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges
- classified staff member: Mary Ann Rose
“committed to focusing on realistic change that will hopefully make a contribution to a positive campus climate.”
The Committee has identified and discussed at length six elements essential to a positive campus climate. They are:
- respect
- communication
- shared experiences and values
- support
- trust
- recognition.
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