ACADEMIC BOARD MEETING
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BG H.S. CARTER |
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COL. D.J. FALLON |
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COL. L.W. MORELAND |
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LTC P.M. ROSENBLUM |
LTC J.S. CARTER |
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LTC J.I. MOORE, JR. |
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LTC J.W. PEEPLES |
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CDR J. SNIVELY For |
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MAJ A. BEDDINGFIELD |
MAJ L.A. ZURAW |
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MAJ S. NESMITH |
LTC G. FEURTADO |
The minutes of the
LTC Gardel Feurtado presented the following curriculum changes with recommendation for their approval from the Curriculum and Instruction Committee:
Department of Biology
Two new courses, toxicology and human genetics, were proposed.
BIOL _____ Toxicology Four credit hours
Prerequisites: BIOL 102 or 140 and CHEM 104 or 162, or BIOL 318
An overview of the basic science of poisons, including the disposition of chemicals in the body, the role of metabolism in enhancing or reducing their toxicity, mechanisms of toxicity and the effects of toxicants on major organ systems.
Lecture: three hours; Laboratory: three hours
BIOL ____ Human Genetics Three credit hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 101
This course will introduce students to a variety of genetic issues that they will encounter during their lives including 1) the genetic basis of disease, 2) genetically modified organisms, 3) genetic screening and prenatal diagnosis, 4) cancer, 5) human genome, 6) genetically modified organisms and 7) DNA fingerprinting. In addition to gaining a scientific understanding of these issues, the ethical and societal impact will be discussed.
Lecture for Biology non-majors: three hours
Changes in course name
and catalogue description were presented for BIOL 203, Survey of the
BIOL 203 Survey of the
Change name to “Introduction to Plant Biology” with the following course description:
An introduction to the structure and function of nonvascular and vascular plants, including the characteristics, life cycles, physiology, evolution, ecological importance and economic value of each plant group.
Lecture: three hours; laboratory: three hours
BIOL 209 Man and His Environment
Change name to “Environmental Science” with the following course description:
Human impact on our environment has never been so intensive or so far-reaching. Fundamental conditions in global nutrient cycling, biological diversity, atmospheric composition, and climate are changing at an unprecedented rate. This course will use real world case studies to investigate the complex interactions among ecology, geology, chemistry, ethics, policy, and economics.
Lecture: three hours
The new courses and the course changes were approved without opposition.
Department of English
An interdisciplinary
minor in Leadership was proposed. This minor
will be housed in the Department of English but will include courses in the
Departments of English, History, Political Science and Criminal Justice, and
Psychology and the
This minor includes the following new courses:
Department/School Course
Business Administration BADM 371 Leadership in Organizations
English ENGL 371 Literary Paradigms of Leadership
History HIST 371 Historical Studies in
Leadership
Political Science/Criminal Justice PSCI 371 Leadership in Politics, or
PSCI 305 American Presidency
Psychology PSYC 371 Psychology of Leadership
Total
Credit Hours Required – 15, at least 9 of which must be completed at The
Citadel
BADM 371 Leadership in Organizations Three credit hours
Prerequisites: Junior Standing: Completion of PSYC 371 or BADM 328
Using a case approach as well as a significant experiential component, this course involves the application of leadership theory and practice covered in this class and in other classes in the interdisciplinary minor in Leadership. The course draws from cases in business and other organizations to focus the student’s learning in both individual and team projects. Issues of motivation, persuasion, ethics, power, diversity, teams, etc. will all be explored. Guest speakers/leaders will also be an important component of the course.
Lecture: 3 hours
Department of English:
ENGL 371 Literary Paradigms of Leadership Three credit hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of ENGL 101, 102, 201, and 202/215/218/219.
A study of literary texts from various times and cultures that present models of leadership, both good and bad, and raise issues about leadership characteristics and responsibilities.
Lecture: 3 hours
HIST 371 Historical Studies in Leadership Three credit hours
Prerequisites: Core History Sequence
Case studies in how
different eras and cultures have envisioned good leadership and of how
significant people have embodied its qualities.
Examples include: Ethics and Leadership in the Classical World, Founders
of the
Lecture: 3 hours
Department of Political Science/Criminal Justice:
PSCI 371 Leadership in Politics Three credit hours
This course is a survey of political leadership, considering the elements of causation, constraint, and consequences of leadership response to challenges within and outside political institutions. A central theme is the interplay of issues of ideas of duty, conscience and ethics with more rational calculations of strategy and advantage. The readings are drawn from across the social sciences and history, aiming for analytical and comparative overview of the notion and practice of political leadership.
Lecture: 3 hours
Department of Psychology:
PSYC 371 Psychology of Leadership Three credit hours
This course examines leadership theory and contemporary trends in leadership, organizational behavior, and the management of human resources as they are related to the emergence and effectiveness of leaders. With the areas of social psychology and organizational behavior providing its conceptual and empirical foundation, the course focuses on leadership behaviors and processes in organizations. Through the examination of leadership theories, issues, and exercises designed to enhance interpersonal skills and leadership abilities, this class will provide insights into opportunities and challenges faced by leaders as they seek to adapt themselves and their organizations to a global environment.
Lecture: 3 hours
The minor in leadership was approved without opposition.
Department of Political Science and Criminal Justice
The following changes were presented:
PSCI 461 is changed to “Issues in Contemporary Constitutional Law” with course description as:
“A study of selected
cases and issues in
The following new courses were presented:
CRMJ 392 Computer Crime Three credit hours
This course explores the
current state of computer crime within the
Lecture: 3 credits
SOCI 301 Cults Three credit hours
This course is an examination and analysis of alternative religious ideologies and groups. Attention will be given to defining and explaining cults, and a historical analysis of the phenomenon will be undertaken. A sociological examination of their impact on social norms and ideologies will be discussed; government reactions to cults and cult activities will also be addressed.
Lecture: 3 hours
Several modifications were also presented in the list of courses that qualify as Cluster A and Cluster B courses.
All changes and the new courses were approved without opposition.
AGENDA ITEM # 3: NEW GPR
STANDARDS
BG Carter presented revised GPR requirements for a variety of activities and standards. The College will assess the impact of the new standards after they have been in operation for one full year. This analysis will include a comparison of grade point ratios before and after operation, a comparison of the number and percentage of cadets dismissed, on probation, and in good standing. Adjustments will be made as necessary.
Current GPR Standards
(Catalog, page
34)
Total Hours Continue on Probation Good Standing
0-39 1.100 1.300
40-69 1.400 1.600
70-99 1.700 1.800
100+ 1.900 2.000
Proposed GPR Standards
Total Hours Continue on Probation Good Standing
0-39 1.300 1.700
40-69 1.500 1.800
70-99 1.700 1.900
100+ 1.900 2.000
Proposed GPR Consequences
(2) BVA (Spring Jr. Yr.) 2.0
(3) Summerall Guard (Fall Sr. Yr.) 2.0
(4) Rank 2.0
(5) Pass on a weekday 2.0
(6) Club Sports Good Standing
(7) Special Leave Good Standing
(8) CP (Seniors) Good Standing
(9) Academically Proficient Good Standing
*X will be determined by the 2004/2005 Honor Committee
All classes will be informed during the 2004-05 academic year that all changes will go into effect in fall 2005.
All changes were approved without opposition.
AGENDA ITEM # 4: DISCIPLINARY BOARD
OF REVIEW
BG Carter reported that the Board of Visitors had approved an additional appeal in cadet disciplinary procedures potentially leading to suspension, dismissal, or expulsion. This step parallels the honor board of review. It is expected that the volume of these appeals will require that deans will serve as chairs of these disciplinary boards of review. BG Carter handed out the Standard Operating Procedures under which these boards will function.
BG Carter reported that the 2004-05 budget will be discussed at the next meeting of the Board of Visitors. He indicated that at this time no information is available regarding the funding requests related to the increase in the fall 2004 freshman class. The issue of compensation for adjunct faculty was raised. COL Bebensee indicated that he and COL Fallon had worked on this issue, but thus far, only anecdotal data had been gathered.
BG Carter indicated that he would be meeting with the consultant hired by the College to review employee salaries. He indicated that Fall 2004 Salary data was being used and that the consultant was being provided current salaries, date of hiring, and dates for tenure/promotion. BG Carter indicated that the salary increases recommended last fall by deans/department heads had also been provided to the consultant.
BG Carter reminded the Board of the retirement function on Thursday, 22 April, in the Riverview Room. Pat Ezell, Hack Ezell, Charles Cleaver, and Ed Davis will be honored.
For the 13 April Board meeting, BG Carter had asked each dean and department head to make a list of changes made since the last SACS visit that had resulted in improving the quality of the program or programs offered. BG Carter provided the following format for presenting these changes.
CSM16 Format
I. Description of the Improvement
· Be specific
· What changes
· What resources were required (if appropriate)
II. Rationale of the Improvement
· What led to the change
· Connect to an assessment/evaluation process if possible
· External evaluations are acceptable
III. Strategic Initiative
· Indicate which of the BOV 2002-2012 Strategic Initiatives this improvement supports. List those that are appropriate.
IV. How is the Program Better
· Be specific
· Use measures if possible
· What can students/faculty/staff/etc., do now that they could not do before this improvement.
· Or what can they do better
COL Metts pointed out that the presentation of each change must “stand alone” in presenting a convincing case for program improvement. The readers would only have what The Citadel is presenting this time to convince them that the College is in compliance with standard M16. COL White urged the members of the Board to “keep their audience in mind” as they present their convincing cases. The reports must be short enough to keep the reader’s interest, but of sufficient length to convince the reader that changes were made that resulted in improvement of program quality and/or student learning.
BG Carter reminded the
Board that the
BG Carter reminded the
Board that approximately one-half of the faculty would be expected at the Cadet
Commencement on Saturday, 8 May. The names
of those faculty who will be attending should be sent to Edith Kaufman by
AGENDA ITEM # 10: SUMMER
COMPENSATION POLICY
LTC Ezell provided a copy of the policy on summer compensation. BG Carter reminded the Board that this policy is on The Citadel’s web pages. He urged that this policy be discussed with those members of the faculty who will be teaching summer school so that there will be no last minute issues regarding pay.
COL Finch reported that all Provost candidates had been interviewed and that the search committee would be meeting to discuss their recommendation to the President.
MAJ Nesmith noted that PANCHO would be available for grade submission on 19 April. She provided a handout on the deadlines for entering grades:
EVENING CLASSES
Graduate
Graduating Undergraduate
Students
Non-graduating
Undergraduate Students
DAY CLASSES
Graduating Undergraduate
Students
Non-graduating
Undergraduate Students
MAJ Zuraw provided the following information regarding Faculty Council membership and the election of new members:
The following representatives are completing their first term on the Council. They can be re-elected for a second term or another member of the school/department can be elected.
Representative School/Department
David Allen English
Bill Bloss Political Science/Criminal Justice
Harry Davakos Health, Exercise and Sport Science
Eric Niksch Army
John Snively Navy
Bill Woolsey Business Administration
Kent Murray Education
The following representatives are completing their second term on the Council. They cannot serve another term. Another representative needs to be chosen by the department.
Representative Department
Pat Briggs Physics
Darin Matthews Psychology
Jane Bishop History
Lisa Zuraw Chemistry
The new Council has its first meeting on May 6th.
Dr. Zuraw reported that the Faculty Council would be reconsidering the Faculty Code of Ethics. Dr. Zuraw asked if the status of the SACS visit would be reported to the Faculty and about the status of the search committee for the Dean of Science and Mathematics. BG Carter indicated that both issues are being addressed.
LTC John Moore asked if the Federal Express box could be moved to a less conspicuous location on campus.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1645.
Respectfully submitted,
Isaac S. Metts, Jr., Ph.D.
Associate Vice President
for Academic Affairs