Meeting & Agendas

Discussion: Committee reviewed meeting minutes from November 13, 2020. Decisions/Actions: Emily Olson motioned to approve minutes, second by Minnie DuPlantis. Committee approved.

Discussion: 1) Patty Zuniga announced the Student Rights & Responsibilities Conference. The conference is set to happen on Friday, April 30 th and will offer three tracks – student, faculty, and general. This is an internal conference and it is completely free to attend. The committee was encouraged to attend and submit proposals if they would like to present. 2) Kristine Elderkin mentioned that the mandatory training deadline for Campus Security Officers has been extended to the end of the month. Decisions/Actions: 1) The committee can find more information about the Student Rights & Responsibilities Conference by visiting, http://sites.austincc.edu/student-conduct-conference/. To register for the conference please visit https://forms.gle/uKovV6qxN7u1wuz29. 2) Please contact Kristine if you have completed your training but it does not show as completed on your account.

Discussion: The committee discussed SGA representation in different review panels. Lira mentioned the need to have better support for students who are going into Academic Integrity, Grade Review appeals. Dr. Kinney would like for SGA representatives to have trainings in these areas, it was suggested that those trainings be held once a semester. The committee suggested that a survey be sent to students and faculty asking for feedback regarding the Academic Integrity and Grade Review process. Those completing the survey would have the option of being anonymous. The committee agreed that students who are going through these appeals should have an advocate present if requested. Decisions/Actions: 1) Survey Committee to be put together. Anyone that is interested in being part of this committee to contact Jocelyne Arizpe. 2) Survey Committee to review survey results. 3) Creation of multidisciplinary group comprised of faculty, staff and students. Student advocates to be available for students during appeal process.