STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY
University Senate
Attendance
November 4, 1985
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STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY
University Senate
Attendance·
Meeting of:
November 4, 1985
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State University of New York at Albany
Administration 249, Albany, New York 12222
UNIVERSITY SENATE
Monday, Npvember 4.1 1985
3:30 P.M. - CamQus Cen~~r Assembly 1-lall
Office of the President
518/442-5400
Due to the changed date of the Executive Committee meeting, Senators
should be alert for reports, beyond those mentioned below, at the door.
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Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the meeting.
1. Approval of Minutes of September 23, 1985
2. President's Report
3. SUNY Senators' Report
L1.. Chair's Report
5. Council Reports
6. Report of Student Conduct Committee, 198LI.-85 (copies will be
available at the door)
7. Old Business
7.1 Bill No. 8L~85-ll, Qualitative EOP Retention Standards
7.2 Council Membership Appointments (copies will be available at
the door)
Library - Mohammad Alam
SAC - Peg Aldrich and Virginia Rifenberick
State University of New York at Albany
Administration 259, Albany, New York 12222
UNIVERSITY SENATE
MINUTES
November 4, 1985
University Senate
518/442-5406
PRESENT:
R. Abelow, V. Aceto, M. Alam, T. Anderson, S. Bank, J. Barlow, S. Barnard,
J. Bartow, A. Berman, J. Berman, J. Bernstein, D. Birn, K. Birr, C. Bose,
R. Bravata, E. Briere, B. Bryant, T. Corallo, M. Deasy, J. Delano,
H. Desfosses, G. DeSole, M. Elbow, S. Fischer, R. Friedman, J. Gilliam,
S. Goldsmith, B. Greenstein, 1·-1. Hamilto_n, W. H!:l11Hl10_ncl, ;J ._ l·jartig§ln, . _
R. ~·-ledges, S. Kay, S.B. Kim, S. Landis, B. Lang, M. Legendre, J. Levato,
B.A. Lipetz, I. Lurie, M. Miller, R. Minch, G. Newman, 0. Nikoloff,
J. Nitecki, V. O'Leary, M. Perlstein, F. Pogue, W. Rainbolt, J. Ramaley,
D. F{eeb, E. Reilly, A. Roberts, W. Roberts, P. Rogers, M. Rozett, S. Russo,
W. Saurer, E. Scatton, K. Shaffer, J. Shumaker, A. Smith, T. Turner,
R. Ward, L. Welch, R. Wilkinson, S. Wright, A. Zitelli
The meeting was called to order by Kendall Birr, Chair, at 3:40 P.M. in the Campus
Center Assembly Hall.
1.
AQQroval of_Minutes
The Minutes of the September 23, 1985 meeting were approved with the following
change on page 3:
Library - "prior commitments. Donald Liedel to fill a genf~ral vacancy, and
Jean Pelletiere to fill a graduate student vacancy."
2.
President'~-R~12ort
Alcohol Policy·- On December l, 1985 New York State law will prohibit anyone from
selling, giving, or serving alcohol to those under 21 years of age. Liability will then
be on the purveyor of alcohol. The Student Affairs Council will review a proposal
made by one of its committees as to how to implement and enforce the new law
within the University community and at University events. The proposal will then go
to the University Council for approval. Mr. O'Leary stated that we will obey and
enforce the new law.
pelf--sufficiency - As it pertains to SUNY dormitories, self-sufficiency means that
dormitory-related costs (maintenance, utilities, policing, etc.) are to be covered by
income from dormitory rental. The President is waiting for the Board of Trustees
University Senate Minutes
November l1, 1985
Page 2
to determine the degree to which SUNY dorms will be expected to be self-sufficient,
and whether each campus will be allowed the flexibility of setting its own rates,
before he decides on an appropriate rate structure for SUNY A's dormitories. l .. 'ie
hopes to arrive at a decision in early 1986.
Computerization Plgn- The University's main Univac computer this fall is being
replaced by another Univac computer that has twice the capability. In January 1986
IBM will begin installing a computer which will ggain double our capability, and will
begin a three-year transition from Univac to IBM.
3.
SUNY Senators' Repqr_f::
Senator Roberts gave the following report: The Blst regular University Faculty
Senate meeting was held in Plattsburgh beginning on October 31. J . Komisar gave
the Chancelror's report in his absence. Numerous-discussions took plac-e ranging-from
the budget to sabbatical leaves.
Chair Birr delivered 1
.. -1. Cannon's (who attended for E. Scatton) report in his absence.
Two main areas of concern which were discussed at the Oct. 31 ·-Nov. 2 meetings
were (1) renewed concern on the part of the State University for articulation of
programs and, (2) enrollment management. The Statewide Senate passed a resolution
recommending that the Management/Confidential evaluation process require the
input of those in administrative positions. The Statewide Senate also passed a
resolution urging the Chancellor to recommend that campus presidents consult in a
timely fashion with a budget committee or equivalent body prior to implementing the
flexibility legislation in making significant redirection of fiscal or human resources.
lt.
Chair's Regort
Chair Birr's report is attached hereto and made a part of these minutes.
5.
Council Regort§.
EPC - has met and discussed some possible issues for the coming academic year.
CAFE -no report
GAC - is continuing its efforts to put into place a ti~aching award for graduate
students. Also, this Council investigated a letter printed in the ASP which criticized
the ability of some teaching assistants to make themselves understood while
teaching. The Council learned that the letter was meant to be jocular and that the
writers were satisfied with their courses.
Library - Chair Birr reported that this Council met and elected Graeme Newman as
its Chair. Council Chair Newman reported that the problems of space and
computerization still exist in the library.
University Senate Minutes
November 4, 1985
Page 3
CPCA - no report
Research - This Council may bring a bill before the Senate at its December 9
meeting to expand the Council membership.
SAC ·- J. Bernstein reported that her Council will meet November 6 to discuss the
alcohol policy, among other items.
UAC - W. Hammond read a listing of the Council's committee chairs.
UCC - G. OeSole had to leave and left word that there was no report. Vice Chair
Ross Abelow mentioned that the Council will be having various on-campus personnel
report to them on the state of the podium, parking downtown, and how to increase
the safety and welfare of those who live and work on-campus.
6.
Re12ort of Student Conduct _r:_ommit:tee, 1984-85
A. Corbin answered several questions regarding this report. A lengthy discussion
followed on the various penalties available to the Committee, and their
interpretations. Views on this issue are to be directed to the Student Conduct
Committee for possible recommendations to the Senate in the future.
7.
Old Business
7.1
Bill No. 8.!185-11, Qualitative EOP Retention Standards
W. Hammond gave a thorough explanation of this bill and moved its
approval. D. Birn seconded. It was unanimously approved.
7.2
Council Membership Appointments
D. Birn moved approval of those named on the attached list for the
vacancies noted. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at .!~:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
~t&d
Beverly Roth
Recorder
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Office of the Vice President tor Student Affairs
State University of New York at Albany
MEMORANDUM
August 30, 1985
TO:
FROM:
RE:
Executive Committee, University Senate
Student Affairs Council
Vice President Ramaley
Alice R. Corbin, Director of Judicial Affairs~
Committee on Student Conduct Summary, 1984-85
This summary is submitted in accordance with Senate Bil I #8384-02.
The
Committee on Student Conduct is a standing committee of the Student
Affairs Counci J.
Disci pi inary cases forwarded to the Committee for review
include:
academic dishonesty, qraduate students, referrals initiated by
University offices, and most cases where students have been suspended
pending hearing.
In addition, the Committee has been responsible for
reviewing appeals of University disciplinary action and making recommenda-
tions concerning student conduct.
The Committee is composed of teaching
faculty, professional staff and students.
A member of the Student
Affairs staff serves as Executive Secretary.
During 1984-85, eighty-three (83) cases were assigned to the Committee
on Student Conduct.
The attached data describes the nature and resolution·
of those cases as of the specified date.
You will note the dramatic
increase in the number of cases of academic dishonesty compared to 1983-84
( 11 vs. 52) .
The Committee was, once again, needed over the summer.
During July, 1985,
members reviewed six appeals of disciplinary action.
Three of those
appeals involved disciplinary suspension and two involved disciplinary
removal from residence.
I am available for further questions or comments.
cc:
Vice President Pogue
Division of Student Affairs, Administration 129, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222, 518/457-7527
Committee on Student Conduct
1984-85
(as of August 15, 1985)
Non-Academic
Total
Undergraduate
Graduate
Total
Accounting homework
Use of stolen exam
Collusion
Cheating during exams
Plagiarism
Ethics
Non-Academic
Failure to ID
Threatening Behavior
Forgery
Possess. stolen property
False information
Miscellaneous
1\1ethod of Resolution
Committee hearing
Hearing Officer
Mutual Consent
Refe1·ral Withdrawn
Incomplete
Total
50
{9) *
2
( 2)
52
( '11)
N
10
20
I~
13
3
2
52
2
4
10
3
8
4
31
Academic
11
17
11
8
5
52
*Numbers in parentheses reflect 1983-84 figures
26
(11)
76
(20)
5
( 7)
7
9)
31
(18)
83
(29)
From
School of Business
School of Business
Social /Behavioral
3 Soc/Beh, 7 Bus,
3 Sci /Math
I ea. Rock. & Hum/FA,Soc/Beh.
I ea. Acad. Aff. &
Soc/Beh.
Non-Academic
Total
5
16
L~
21
11
22
0
8
11
16
31
83
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Disci pi inary Action Taken
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Academic Dishonesty
Non-Academic
Undergrad.
Grad.
Undergrad.
Grad.
Not responsible,
7
2
no action
Judicial Warning
3
Disci pi inary Warning
8
10
Disci pi inary Probation
18
4
Suspension
3
3
Referral Withdrawn
7
Incomplete
4
9
2
(
)
50
2
26
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UNDEF-\GRADUA TE ACADEMIC COUNCIL
Committee on Academic Standing of UAC
April 12, 1985
QUALITATIVE EOP RETENTION STANDARDS
IT IS HEREBY PROPOSED THAT:
Bill No. 8LI85-ll
For EOP students matriculated or readmited to resume study in Fall 1986 and thereafter,
the following qualitative retention standards shall apply:
I.
At the end of a fall or spring semester, any matriculated EOP student whose
cumulative grade point average at SUNY A is less than 2 .. 00 and whose grade point average
for the just completed semester is less than 2.00 and whose grade point average for any
three previous semesters is less than 2.00 at this time shall be academically dismissed
from the University. The student's academic record shall have the words "Academic
Dismissal" placed on it.
An EOP student who has been academically dismissed shall have the right to seek
reinstatement to the University by submitting a written petition to the appropriate
committee on academic standing.
II.
An EOP matriculated student whose cumulative grade point average at SUNY A falls
below a 2.00 at the end of a fall or spring semester and who is not academically dismissed
from the University shall be placed on Academic Probation for the next semester of study.
III.
This bill shall be referred to the President for approval.
RATIONALE:
With a 2.00 cumulative GPA requirement for graduation, students admitted to the
University in the EOP program must all receive timely notices if they are to achieve that
standard. Therefore, it is proposed that identical academic probation standards apply.
In the case of academic dismissal, however, it has been the practice to modify
retention standards. For the current credit-total standards, for example, the sequence of
total minima required are based on the assumption the non-EOP student must achieve 120
credits in 10 full-time semesters, whereas the EOP student must do so in 12 full-time
semesters.
Applying the same 12/ lOths ratio to the proposed qualitative dismissal standards
after three semesters of less than a 2.00 semester total yields 3.6 or, rounded, four
semesters for EOP students.
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