tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13667265645987374122023-11-15T10:02:01.539-08:00SITSASITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-61359280169859217302011-01-25T17:01:00.000-08:002011-01-25T17:02:01.043-08:00January 20, 2011 Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">01.20.2011</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Meeting Minutes</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Spring I meetings will take place Thursdays at 5:30</p> </li></ol> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol start="2"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">January/SJ Reps</p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Kirstin will present to Foundations class on Monday, January 24</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Vote ASAP</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Annie will email SJ workstudy student to remind them to vote</p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol start="3"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Campus Awareness</p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Board needs updating! Will do when we have all reps</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">TEDx promoting should start early</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Patricia wants to meet with SITSA once a month, expect an email from her</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Annie will update blog with past meeting minutes</p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol start="4"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Coffee Hours</p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Mexico/Turkey trips present on experience</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Maggie will contact Student Activities about possible partnerships</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">MAT/PIM mixer when MAT students return, present on their experiences</p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol start="5"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Town Halls</p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Contact Communications Committee</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">During All Campus Time</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Possible Dates: March 15 or 22 and May 3 or April 26</p> </li></ul>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-69179555886855806662011-01-25T17:00:00.000-08:002011-01-25T17:01:14.879-08:00December 14, 2010 Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">12.14.2010</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Meeting Minutes</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">In attendance: Tanya, Liz, Ria, Kirstin, Maggie, Jamie and Laura (IE subs for Catherine)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Assign Time Keeper: Tanya</p> </li></ol> <ol start="2"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Assign Minute Taker: Maggie</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Position Check-in:</p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Tanya: Sent letter to David, Tony, Jane, and Janet in response to last week's discussion about sexual harassment on campus.</p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Responses were positive: Jane said report to Tony or any counseling staff; If you confide in any faculty, staff, or RA, they should know to go to Tony with concerns</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Tony will post directory of staff phone numbers and display by phones</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">David and Donna will check lights and assess the lighting situation</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">We will also email all students with the information Jane provided, with specific attention to making sure off campus students know these services are for them too</p> </li></ul> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Ria: nothing back from Alpha (Maggie just sent him, David, and Tony an email about it)</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Liz: Did survey for the MATs</p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">more speakers for MAT community, especially TESOL experts</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">clarity/availability of services, SITSA unknown</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">general feelings of being outcasts at SIT</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Top-down administrative decision making is a problem</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">writing lab needs more MAT representatives and more resources in general</p> </li></ul> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p> <ol><ol><ol start="4"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Item: Flags need to be updated to include all countries represented at SIT</p> </li></ol></ol></ol> <ul><ul><ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">could we have a flag raising ceremony to promote unity?</p> </li></ul></ul></ul></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol><ol><ol start="5"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">January Orientation: Ria, Catherine and Maggie will meet to talk about SITSA's involvement in orientation for January starts. </p> </li></ol></ol></ol> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol><ol><ol start="5"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Sodexo contract: Accountability contract has been offered by Sodexo if there is student interest. Talk to food committee and Communications Committee to discuss the logistics</p> </li></ol></ol></ol> <ul><ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Keene State already has accountability infrastructure. Contact them if possible, Emily Davis or Katie Homer about connections</p> </li></ul></ul></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ol><ol><ol start="5"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">NEXT MEETING IS <b>WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2011</b></p> </li></ol></ol></ol> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-21184487974000105512011-01-25T16:57:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:59:35.098-08:00Jose Alfaro's Funding Request<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="RIGHT"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">10/24/10</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Jose E. Alfaro<br />SIT Graduate Institute<br />PIM 70 / SLM<br /></span></span></span><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="CENTER"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Proposal for Speaking Engagement </b></span></span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="CENTER"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">One King’s Mission<br />Featuring: Rev. William “King Mission” Ross<br /></span></span></span><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">The world we live in is one that has undergone change on astronomical levels. The last decade has continued this change, but has done so with unprecedented advances in technology. As a result, it can be argued that the planet itself has shrunken to a point where the community must now be defined as humanity. With this said, I am proposing that the student body of SIT Graduate Institute invite Rev. William Ross (also known as King Mission) to share with us his experiences as he has extensive experience in working with street organizations, has created and manages nonprofit organizations that focus on cultural education, became ordained as an Afro-Cuban priest in Havana, Cuba and then as an interfaith minister here in the United States, and understands that all things are connected.<br /><br />From the perspective of </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b>Social Justice</b></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> and </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b>International Education</b></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">, Rev. Ross focuses on combating the criminalization of a generation. A known member of the Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation, he has taken his experiences and has focused his energies on providing educational resources for members of street organizations and young people as a whole. Through such mediums as the published work entitled "The Globalization of the ALKQN" and www.ALKQN.org, Rev. Ross reaches a population that has grown to become an easy target for law enforcement to harass as well as non-affiliated citizens to wrongfully judge. Most recently Rev. Ross has lead the internal efforts against the recent actions of what we know now to be eleven misguided youths in the Bronx, NY where two allegedly homosexual individuals were tortured and beaten.<br /><br />From the perspective of </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b>Service Leadership and Management</b></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">, Rev. Ross owns and operates several nonprofit organizations that rely solely on the contributions of its executive board and not government grants. Operating under the leadership model best described as "Servant Leadership", Rev. Ross<br />not only invites and inspires others to join the front lines; he actively exists there.<br /><br />From the perspective of </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b>Conflict Transformation</b></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">, Rev. Ross has traveled overseas (Portugal, Spain, Italy, Puerto Rico, and The Dominican Republic) to address the issues of globalization as they relate to the culture we know as "Hip-Hop" and street politics organizations, and how issues such as immigration and social services play into the management of crime and violence, the practice of culture, and the<br />overall process of adolescence. Rev. Ross' also works with youth who are convinced that the only manner with which their voices can and would be heard would be through violence. This in turn allows him to transform conflict into consciousness and community empowerment.<br /><br />In summation Rev. Ross’ work and experience is one that is diverse and touches on a number of fields that we here at SIT are studying. As a student, I’m sure that our body would be interested in seeing how our degrees can be intertwined and also practiced in a manner that not only serves our immediate community, but the international community at large. </span></span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="CENTER"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Logistics</b></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><u><b>Discourse Applicable: </b></u></span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Service Leadership and Management<br />Sustainable Development<br />Conflict Transformation<br />International Education<br />Social Justice<br />Management<br /></span></span><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><u><b>Date of Presentation:</b></u></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Because Rev. Ross is booked for the remainder of this scholastic school year, he has propose that he present in the Spring II Session in February, as he has expressed that his availability will be more feasible. I also propose that the presentation take place after dinner to maximize student turnout. </span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><u><b>Budget:</b></u></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Honorarium: $500</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Flight: $300</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Hotel (1 night): $150</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Estimated Total: $950</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Because “One King’s Mission” is a presentation that accommodates the interests of various focal groups and majors; I am request that the budgeted total costs be divided by sponsors at a $200 contribution from each community’s budget. </span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:78%;">*All costs except honorarium are estimated costs and may vary from the time of acceptance of the above proposal as flight and hotel tickets may differ from month to month. Honorarium is also subject to negotiation. </span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><u><b>References:</b></u></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">The Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation: www.ALKQN.org</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Despierta Boricua: www.Despiertaboricua.com</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Levantate Latino: www.levantatelatino.com</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Ministry Ashe: www.MinistryAshe.com</span></span></p> <p style="margin-right: 0.1in; margin-top: 0.1in; margin-bottom: 0.1in;"> <span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Literature: Mission, K. (2009). </span></span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><i>The globalization of the alkqn</i></span></span><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;">. Arizona: Lulu.</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.14in;"><br /><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-21662169551266045022011-01-25T16:56:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:57:55.608-08:00November 16th Meeting Notes<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Kristen, Annie, Ria, Tony, Maggie, Chomba, Catherine, Erin</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Marto, Jess, Heidi, Jose, Alpha, Anita</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Timekeeper: Chomba</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Position Check-in: </u> </p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">No MAT representation currently. The MATs are struggling to find replacement representatives. Hopefully they'll figure it out by after Thanksgiving. Only four certs so it's difficult to find someone who wants to be. </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA will not meet next week.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Maggie's going to help fill-in with the Communications co-President position</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Need to think about what our co-presidency positions are like, do we need to change, do more, do less. </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Ria update: Erin Murphy returned receipts for $33, so it's taken out of our budget</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Approved the money for Doris, but Donna would rather have it painted on a canvas. Doris doesn't want to do it on canvas. Ria will ask Doris to talk to Donna. </p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Funding Requests</u></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Marto's request for Thanksgiving potluck dinner $200</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Alpha: spoke with Veejay, he's willing to come and is available. Requesting $500</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Jose: asking for $400 for speaker</p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Debrief of Town Hall</u></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Heidi debriefed us about a student meeting with Adam Weinberg. Apparently Adam said his staff was going to be working with SITSA. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Jason suggested a fishbowl kind of. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Groups Formed:</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Lauren Thrift – Communications</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Kiera – Staff Support</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">Maggie's going to email the groups that were formed last night</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-decoration: none;">The Direct action group is going to contact Josh from the press. </p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-16570573290447458032011-01-25T16:55:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:56:56.704-08:00SITSA and SODEXO Meeting Notes<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>November 18</b><sup><b>th</b></sup><b> 2010 Meeting with Sodexo, SITSA, and Adminstration </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>In Attendance: </u> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">From SITSA: Maggie Dudley, Kristen French, Catherine Bogle, Annie Hostetter, Tonya Pence</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Students: Anita, Heidi </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Administration: Bob Sousy, Tony Draplick, Michael Smallis, Chris Clark</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">From Sodexo: John (Sodexo rep), Rob McFarland (area chef from burlington, all of new hampshire to the mass line)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Kristen: Can the students see a copy of the contract? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: No but it covers managing the dining, housing and facilities services. Same rate of pay for employees and the equivalent in benefits. We retain rights to all the decisions regarding staffing, food sources, renovations. We paid a single fee. Legal has advised them to not show a copy of the contract</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: accountability – who is Sodexo accountable to and who will make sure that World Learning and students will be involved in decisions which we retain rights to?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: John will be reporting to Nancy, the CFO. John will be making recommendations. John will be listening for student needs</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: If local farms (like the SIT farm) are not willing to sell, how can we assure the food will be local?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: World learning will be purchasing and consuming the food, more local. Hampshire college does local food. Want to buy CSA shares from a local farm. Will buy excess produce from farms.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: If we moved to Sodexo out of a budgetary need, how does it work that we will still be eating local and organic without paying more? I understand that as a large corporation, Sodexo gets cheaper prices because of purchasing power so how does that help in a local food sense?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: We have a fee contract.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: In a situation where local is important we work on a fee. So sodexo does the cost appraisals for the institution but world learning has the purse strings. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: Will use black river produce. The cost savings from sodexo comes in not from purchasing locally but from being able to negotiate for lower national costs. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: If this is a price difference, and everything is going to stay the same...</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: More than price, it's a service issue as well</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: the dean started all of this. He said that in other schools have larger consumption. He thought that Fitzvogt was not providing the best services but we just kept signing contracts with them without looking modernization. Variety of product, modernization. The campus community is larger than students. With Fitzvogt, we kept having to cut services. The facilities were not part of what they were initially looking at.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Kristen): students are saying they're not concerned as much with quality, but with the business practices. Sodexo is more known for the bad business practices. We feel they don't represent the mission. Many of us are morally opposed to Sodexo. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: Sodexo has taken steps to correct the wrongs that were brought up 7 years ago. They are trying. They have a pledge to reduce carbon, buying food locally. I think they've gotten it. We have general electric in every room on this campus. they have polluted a lot and aren't even trying to change. How is this different?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Catherine): If you're excited about the changes, why wasn't it presented in a more positive manner? Why wasn't the whole process more transparent? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: That was a mistake. It was handled extremely poorly. Sodexo has great track records with schools. The used to be in prisons but they got out of it 7 years ago. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: on your website, the commitment to sustainability doesn't include fair trade.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Ray: It should be because Sodexo has their own fair trade coffee program. Esspreto. We have the only fair trade college campus in Oregon. Emma Willard trying to go fair trade, they have 260 students. Right now we buy equal exchange and they'll try to keep it. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: We really bonded with Javier. We're going to get newer equipment for El cafe. I want to have you tell me how you want the program to be. I hopes to have a food committee. What products do we want, which farms do we want to buy from, etc.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Ray: For every award, we get slammed in a different ways. Seven years ago he was the chef on campus that did the presentation. Social implications, he didn't understand. Number 2 with latinos. We get hammered because we're the biggest. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: Accountability. As representatives of the student body, we take this very seriously. We're hearing words but we can't see the contract. We're invested with our dollars and we don't have any assurance that what you see is going to come to fruition. If we can't know that. We need a guiding document. As a public entity and as a </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Can we get a document that shows us the rights that world learning retains. How are decisions going to be made? If you're so excited about this why can't we see the contract?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: we can come up with a contract and world learning and sodexo. Needs to be a legal document. Michael wants to deliver a document. He's our advocate. May not be able to give us what we want.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: The standards for Sodexo should not be more than what we have for other things about the school. There should be the same process for grievances that we have with everything else. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Heidi: levels of trust were already broken at the town hall meeting. Disconnect between what Adam Weinberg said and what the kitchen staff said. Why wouldn't that continue to happen?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: wants everyone to forget about all of the problems. Variety increased, local food increased. As a human being he wants to put a smile on your face and that makes him happy. His job is to respond to student needs, he'll be on campus Monday thru Friday. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Heidi: I don't trust this.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: I'm a human being. We're more than what you read on the internet. We're not an evil empire. The only way I keep my job is to do what you want. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: what's the give and take with what we can get all year long?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: we can't get things all year long. As a company we purchase food: Sysco, Performance Food and one more are distributors for us. We buy food from a lot of distributors. We don't buy produce from Sysco if we can help it. Avocado from Black river and Sysco are the same. Hates comment cards, he would prefer to have a Chef's table where he meets with students. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Maggie): we have a current food committee, which we will be continuing. Keep in mind that El Cafe is a student initiated facility, everything that is there is there because students asked for it and worked for it keep it as student driven. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: It comes down to trust. I'm worried but the minute something goes wrong, we're going to hear about it and that makes me worried. We want to build the trust back up. He wants us involved. This is a honest. He wants us involved. Bottom line is that Sodexo is here, what can we do to make it work from there? Work study students won't lose their jobs. We want to make this a seamless transition. He promises that he will answer to you.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: sorry about the communication and the way this has been handled.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Kristen): thanks for the apology, but the contract is important. I'm asking this because students want to see it. Why aren't you showing it to us? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: the reality is that we don't always see these contracts in the larger world. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: We really want to see who retains the rights. That's the first contract, the other contract is about accountability. The financial part is only a part, it's the retaining the rights part. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Kristen: a brief run down of how upset the students are talking about the town hall meeting and the many levels of anger.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: Regarding the exodus of students, some students would be willing to stay on campus if there is an option to opt out of the food purchasing. Is that a possibility. How feasible is that? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: not an option. No budging. It's frustrating because I don't want to lose any students. Even though they're angry students have been very respectful.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: the students who have made the decision to move off of campus would like to break the contract without the $450 fee. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: it's kind of like breaking the lease. Finding it hard to believe that all the students researched the food service. Oops, eat my words. There was no breach, we didn't specify the food service in the contract. I get it. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Maggie): The website needs to be changed ASAP for students who are currently looking at coming here. The capital contribution/investment/gift that Sodexo is giving, could you explain more? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: Sodexo has agreed to fund $150,000 to use in any manner we would like. It's been our intention to engage the student body on how to use this money. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: there are some areas in serious need of renovations. 3-5 year capital projects. I keep in mind that you'll always be here as part of the community. We're looking at areas but would like to look down the line. Residential. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Maggie): is it structured like a loan or is it part of the bid?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: It's a gift. But if we ask them to leave before five years we have to pay it back.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">It's a five year contract but we can give a 60 day notice to leave, or Sodexo could give 60 days but if we break the contract in under 5 years we have to pay the $150,000 back.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: what happens if people leave and don't pay? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: you'd be hurting the local farmers.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: hearing these things about Sodexo, I don't believe them. I'm anti-union because you shouldn't have to need a union. Sodexo fed the miners in chile. Rohini heads diversity. You can teach us as much as we can teach you. Will convey the message that Sodexo is still not doing the job. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: my reputation is on the line. I started a socially responsible banking program that did microloans in Vermont. I deeply cares about the state, locally grown products, supporting small businesses, priority to women and minority owned businesses. My reputation is on the line and he doesn't want to risk it so I care about making this work with Sodexo</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Heidi: similar assurances in the facilities and maintenance. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">John: yes</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: greenware, those are going away because when greenware they now have petroleum products so they won't compost. So we want to do get green containers go to a token system for these to go containers. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA (Maggie): if you're having a hard time finding green things, can there be a fleet of students that do approval etc. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: yes</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: some comments about the unionizing at UVM . He's not sure if they're unionizing or what.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Catherine: in the second contract (the student written one), it needs to be enforceable. We need to give the students power to change things if they need to be changed. Legitimate power to change what's going on. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: maybe I'm naïve but the accountability piece is so easy for me. Contract has to be a living document. This is a collaborative partnership between us and the students. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: I would ask students to define local. And know the safety of our food sources. Use Annie from Black River to get more local foods. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Heidi: Is Cargill the beef purvayor? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: I'll have to look. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-style: normal;">SITSA (Maggie): can we assume local unless we're told?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-style: normal;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-style: normal;">John: yes</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-style: normal;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; font-style: normal;">Rob: first choice for commodity foods is the farm center, then black river, then the big guys/</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Michael: this dialogue is not done after this meetingthis is a continued dialogue. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: commodity veggies, where do they come from?</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: as long as it's being grown, black river will try to get it local. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: would like to maintain the pride and assurances that the food we're ingesting is not farmed ethically. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: because of the mission of world learning. Partrick martin, rob met with him. Went to the field to fork meeting and felt like a leper, but felt great when Patrick said that in order for the slow food movement to survive, you have to get with big food producers like them (Sodexo). Slow food movement is important to me. Can't feed the country without conglomerates. We have a unique opportunity for the students to educate Sodexo, what if you forced Sodexo to change? </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob: what you're hearing is a commitment to the mission. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SITSA: Need to come up with an accountability contract to give after thanksgiving.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> Rob would like us to define sustainability and locality. And some specifics (blank % need to come from local food sources etc. ) be more aggressive and then have to renegotiate. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bob will look at getting the sodexo contract without the finances. Bob will commit to </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">When can have the folks from corporate responsibility come and talk. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Anita: (gave some statistic about minorities in managerial positions at Sodexo, it was very low)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Rob: that's surprising, I'll look into that, it seems like that's untrue. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-87749071666385299072011-01-25T16:54:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:55:40.741-08:00Questions for SODEXO Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">For SODEXO:</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Dining Hall:</b></span></span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What will Sodexo do to ensure high quality meals for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diners?</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Will Sodexo commit to using menu/recipe suggestions from students?</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Who is holding Sodexo accountable for the source of the food? - Food Committee?</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">How are local, organic and fair trade foods included in the contract?</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What are Sodexo's plans for El Cafe? - in terms of products and developing the space?</span></span></p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Facilities/House Keeping:</b></span></span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What are Sodexo's plans for Facilities and House Keeping? - will they continue to use Green Products? (paper & cleaning)</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Will Sodexo continue to use the composting system that is in place?</span></span></p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Contract</b></span></span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What are the terms of the contract? Can we see it/have it on file?</span></p> </li></ul> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What control will World Learning maintain over staff's employment? benefits & salary...? </span></span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Is this different for Food Services vs Facilities? And if so…How?</span></span></p> </li></ul> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">We, as students, deserve transparency regarding the savings this contract provides SIT/World Learning, INCLUDING any bonuses or allotments resulting from signing of the contract </span></span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What are the conditions of the capital contribution? </span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Is it structured like a loan? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Is it a gift with no strings? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Does it extend the contract until paid off? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Does the gift interfere with our ability to remove them for not being able to deliver service/savings?</span></p> </li></ul> </li></ul> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Who can we talk to if the Sodexho Managers are a poor fit (ie: abrasive, abusive, sexist, racist?) or if we notice things not being managed according to contract? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Can we put "commitment to all the SIT/World Learning Values (explicitly stated) in the contract? This point of service will use sustainable and green services whenever possible, if it is not a green option, an explicit supplier search much be conducted, and the product list must be approved by a fleet of SD students.</span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">What are the aesthetic contributions Sodexo plans to make? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Will they be willing to use 'unbranded' uniforms and signage? </span> </p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Can they make "Peoples History of the United States" or similar required reading for all management level employees? (srsly - its an customer interface thing - I met the new El Cafe Manager, and by golly wow, he's got some privilege to work through.) </span></p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">For SIT:</span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Can students who remain on campus be given an option to not buy the meal plan?</span></span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Is there any way for students who remain on campus to be provided with a communal cooking area? </span></span> </p> </li></ul> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Can students who move off campus get out of their housing contract without paying the $450 fee?</span></span></p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">If so….</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">How do we keep the ‘opt out’ option PERM for incoming students? It's important they have the ability to divorce themselves from financially contributing to Sodexo. This is a good step in moving forward to keep our historical memory more vibrant and current.</span></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">It's imperative current students do not fade away, while new students come into a situation left without nurture from the resistance we have started.</span></p> </li></ul> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-33747951498441110512011-01-25T16:53:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:54:49.980-08:00November 9, 2010 Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;" align="CENTER"><a name="_GoBack"></a> <span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Minutes from Meeting November 9, 2010</b></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Members in Attendance:</b></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> Ria Shroff (ISAP), Kirstin French (January-Start PIMs), Tami Brunelle (MAT, Chamba Kaluba (C T), Erin Maslanik (SJ), Maggie Dudley (SLM), Annie Hostetter (SD).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Student Concerns about Sudexo</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Approximately 20 students attended the meeting to hear information, presented by Tony Drapelick, and ask questions about the recent contract SIT signed with Sudexo.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">From talking with numerous students since last week, Tony noticed there seems to be three major concerns:</p> <ol><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The surprise of the change and the fact that only small group of people knew about it.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The fact that decisions are being made by small group of people.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The choice of Sodexo itself ( who are contracted for food and facilities which includes grounds and housekeeping)</p> </li></ol> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Tony provided some information about the current financial issue surrounding the decision to use Sodexo instead of resigning with from FITZ VOGT (FV), who has been the food service provider since the 1970s. Sodexo will begin as the provider at the end of the month as FV did not want to operate till the end of the current contract (which would have ended in Jan.) </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Basically, there are fewer students which creates a loss in revenue which is a big deal for a small college. Last year there was a food deficit – because number enrolled and number living on campus is lower – and there needs to be a way to close deficit gap. Tony worked closely with Gene to close the complete deficit gap but could find no solutions. There is a need for financial viability and that is why there was the decision to sign with Sodexo, who will also provide SIT with some funding.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Currently there are 71 people living on campus 65 who are students (usually this number ranges from 90-100)</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">For the 2010 Fiscal year there was $32,000 operating cost loss: the projected loss for next year is $100,000.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">SIT is only one of the four parts which make up World Learning (WL). Usually the institution draws from WL’s surplus; however those funds are needed to keep the overseas programs legally compliant.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">There is real mandate for SIT to be self-sufficient.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Even though WL may utilize some of SIT’s resources, like the library, it is removed from SIT because it doesn’t use the physical campus.</p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Following his presentation, and prior to opening up the floor, SITSA member Kirsten explain to the group of students, that SITSA represents body therefore at this time member can facilitate the conversation but there are limitations as to how members can participate-perhaps leadership will emerge and determine what action will happen. Also she explained, that based on other issues that have been brought up on campus, it is important to remember this most recent issue is a symptom of a larger systematic issue.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Some of the issues brought forth during the open discussion were:</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Funds</b>, the money which is paid for food goes to food provider.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Housing money </b>stays on campus-if housing drops that may cause a shift that housing may shift to Sodexho as well a food and facilities.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Transparency </b>– with WL, faculty, administration, and students-Some students do not want those who are detached make decisions without including the voices of those who are effected. How do decisions match up with mission and new vision</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> <b>Food/Facilities employees</b> - benefits package of the facility workers, whose benefits might change or may be lost (-WL does have some control/not sure to what extent the benefits will be effected). To find out the information, perhaps facilities employees will know.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Food</b> – what kind of food will now be provided- not what students paid for/with or without Sodexho, </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Fairness</b> – its not fair that those who live on campus have to pay for food services (should also be an issue to address)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <b>Brain Storming Session</b></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Clarity:</b> be clear on what we, as students, are targeting and be aware of the side effects of our actions</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Examine </b>root causes/do not make rash decisions, see how we can resolve issues not just react</p> <p style="text-indent: 0.5in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><i><b>What can we do?</b></i></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Boycott</b> food – use petition that makes reasons explicit</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Move</b> off campus</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Involve</b> community and the press</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i><b>If this isn’t what we want what are the alternatives</b></i></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Organize</b> appreciation for workers/support them so they fell recognized</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Support staff</b> in transition, a committee was formed to support staff, Erin Maslanik will start that committee.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i><b>NEXT STEPS</b></i></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Need for a plan- clearly define demands, and consequences</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Form committees</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Possibly a Sit in Adams office</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-60589270346641882242011-01-25T16:52:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:53:44.128-08:00November 2, 2010 Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="CENTER"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b>Minutes from Meeting November 2, 2010</b></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <b>Members in Attendance:</b></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> Ria Shroff (ISAP), Kirstin French (January-Start PIMs), Tami Brunelle (MAT), Emily Koch (MAT), Catherine Bogle (IE), Tonia Pence (MANG), Chamba Kaluba (C T), Erin Maslanik (SJ), Maggie Dudley (SLM), Annie Hostetter (SD).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% rgb(255, 255, 0);">SPECAIL NOTE:</span></b></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><a name="_GoBack"></a>PLEASE call or text Kirstin if you will be more than 5 minutes late: 651.491.3980</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: 1px medium medium; border-style: solid none none; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 10) -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color; padding: 0.01in 0in 0in;"> <b>Position Check-in </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Halloween Dance and Debrief. Need receipts for gift certificates. Members have received good feedback since the dance, seems everyone enjoyed the dance. Introductions of members who were present and mention of members who were not and definition of what SITSA stands for. </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Tami and Emily completed the bulletin Board is completed. (Tonia and Catherine will not be able to attend next week, due to conferences).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: 1px medium medium; border-style: solid none none; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 10) -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color; padding: 0.01in 0in 0in;"> <b>Funding Request s</b></p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Vote on computer lab mural - Members had a chance to view mural. Discussion on how the space is not really utilized, so students may not get a chance to really see. Members voted to fund mural. Facilities will need to approve mural before it begins.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Alpha, representing group of students (informal group from all majors), open to all students and community – regarding a speaker (Vijay Prashad) who has experience with work concerning globalization and sustainability, teaches at Trinity college, department head of East/Asian studies, and who has authored several books, Alpha met in 2003 during undergraduate studies. $500.00 No official form, need form and write up; suggested to present to neighborhoods. </p> </li></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: 1px medium medium; border-style: solid none none; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 10) -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color; padding: 0.01in 0in 0in;"> <b>Bowling Night </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Members discussed having a night of bowling as way of SITSA members to get to know each other and “hang out.” Members all agreed that it was something they wanted to do, following discussion members scheduled “SITSA social hour,” bowling night for November 16<sup>th</sup> following the meeting at Brattleboro Bowl.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: 1px medium medium; border-style: solid none none; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 10) -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color; padding: 0.01in 0in 0in;"> <b>SITSA Shirts </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Discussion regarding T-shirts, too time consuming for contest, would be better to have shirts sooner, rather than later, members decided ask other students if they would like to design T-shirt, if in by next week, will try to make a decision on design next week.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: 1px medium medium; border-style: solid none none; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 10) -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color; padding: 0.01in 0in 0in;"> <b>Town Hall Meeting </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Members discussed scheduling, attendance and purpose and possible hosting MAT/PIM separate. Members discussed MAT concerns and frustrations. It seems that the changes on campus seem to be a commonality that will link all these issues together, possibility that it is not a SITSA – forum maybe just facilitate, due to the way people are “grabbing on” to the chance to speak. Need time to advertise, organize, and invite students and staff. Quick overview of MAT issues give =internship options, due to lack of funding and staff now overextending-concerned about vision and movement of SIT, and the trickledown effect of the decisions being made, while there are some specific MAT program related, it does reach to all students, disconnect with students and administration. Email from president of world learning regarding vision and changes, sent to students, but current student s did not receive. Content discussion tabled: potential Dates and sent to Deans, Faculty, and Staff (11/15, 11/17, 11/19) 5:30 (possible follow up on 11/30)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Brief intro of SITSA</p> <ul><ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Prompt questions? Or open forum?</p> </li></ul></ul></ul> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;" align="CENTER"> <b>Positions</b></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Facilitator: </b>---------------------Kirstin French</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Internal Communications:</b>--Erin Maslanik</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Campus Communications:</b>--Emily Koch</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Graduate Council: ------------</b>Catherine Bogle</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Inclusion: -----------------------</b>Chomba Kaluba</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <br /> </p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <br /> </p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <br /> </p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Advocacy: ----------------------</b>Tonia Pence</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Treasurer:</b> ----------------------Ria Shroff</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Academic Affairs:</b> ------------Maggie Dudley</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Continuity: </b>---------------------Tami Brunelle (will also help with Education)</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Education:</b> ----------------------Annie Hostetter (will also help with Continuity)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-65644297072469341102011-01-25T16:51:00.000-08:002011-01-25T16:52:49.462-08:00October 26, 2010 Meeting<p style="margin-bottom: 0in;" align="CENTER"><a name="_GoBack"></a><span style="font-size: 16pt;font-size:130%;" ><b>Minutes from meeting on October 26, 2010</b></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <b>Members in Attendance:</b></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> Ria Shroff (ISAP), Kirstin French (January-Start PIMs), Tami Brunelle (MAT), Emily Koch (MAT), Catherine Bogle (IE), Tonia Pence (MANG), Chamba Kaluba (C T), Erin Maslanik (SJ), Maggie Dudley (SLM), Annie Hostetter (SD).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Position Check-In </b> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;">Emily (Campus Communications), reminded everyone to send pictures for the Bulletin Board, which she reported will be up on Wednesday 13<sup>th</sup>. She also reported she is working with SA to figure out the table tents and asked for members to bring her boxes to make suggestion boxes.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <b>Funding Requests and Discussion </b> </p> <ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Jose – One King’s Mission and </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><i>“Street Politics”</i></span><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span> </p> </li></ul></ul> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">See Jose’s proposal (attached). He will no longer need the funds for accommodation, because accommodations are available on campus. Members asked Jose to ask neighborhoods for funding first. At this time he estimates he will be asking each neighborhood for approximately $150. He will contact the neighborhoods, then he follow up SISTA. Request will be tabled till Jose is able follow-up. </span> </p> <ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Doris Battle (presented by Emily) </span> </p> </li></ul></ul> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">There was a request for $100 for materials, drop cloth, paint and brushes for a PIM/MAT Mural in the Computer lab in the student center. More than likely the cost will be less, and Doris will return any extra funds. The matter was tabled and voting will take place next week, once members have a chance to see the mural design. There is no deadline for this request. </span> </p> <ul><ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Erin - discussed funding for “Push for Peace,” guest speaker. Member decided the purpose was too unclear, funding request too high, and it seems unclear how much the neighborhoods really support the speaker.</span></p> </li></ul></ul> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <b>Halloween Dance Update</b><span style="font-size:100%;"><b> </b></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Categories and prizes are as listed below. Prize amounts are $25.00 each:</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Most Elaborate – Nicki’s Gift Certificate</span></p> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Scariest – Movie Theatre Gift Certificate</span></p> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Funniest - Amy’s Bakery Gift Certificate</span></p> <p style="margin-left: 1in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Original/green/resourceful - Sam’s Gift Certificate</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Voting for costumes - Four boxes, one for each category, there will be pieces of paper available for students to vote for costumes. The most votes will determine winner in each category, if there is no majority winner, SITSA members will determine </span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">After voting on costumes there will be an announcement for Town Hall meeting.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Town Hall Meeting</b></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Members discussed day, time, purpose and the importance of being prepared. Tuesday 11/2 at 1 p.m. was original day, but there is a meeting that time/day. Members decided to keep original date/time, on 11/2 In IC 101, members will meet at 12:30 prior to meeting. Members will also make announcements – Tami will make announcement at the Halloween dance. Members also decided to invite the Dean and Faculty members, Tony will check for room availability and notify members via email.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1px; border-style: none none solid; border-color: -moz-use-text-color -moz-use-text-color rgb(0, 0, 10); padding: 0in 0in 0.01in;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><b>Housekeeping</b></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">No meeting on November 23rd </span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Meeting adjourned, next meeting will be November 2</span><sup><span style="font-size:100%;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-size:100%;"> 5:30 IC 101.</span></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;" align="CENTER"><br /></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;" align="CENTER"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><b>Positions</b></span></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"><br /></p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Facilitator: </b>---------------------Kirstin French</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Internal Communications:</b>--Erin Maslanik</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Campus Communications:</b>--Emily Koch</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Graduate Council: ------------</b>Catherine Bogle</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Inclusion: -----------------------</b>Chomba Kaluba</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Advocacy: ----------------------</b>Tonia Pence</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Treasurer:</b> ----------------------Ria Shroff</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Academic Affairs:</b> ------------Maggie Dudley</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Continuity: </b>---------------------Tami Brunelle (will also help with Education)</p> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%;"> <b>Education:</b> ----------------------Annie Hostetter (will also help with Continuity)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-54229867010981768082011-01-25T16:49:00.001-08:002011-01-25T16:51:31.383-08:00October 18th, 2010 MeetingMinutes from meeting on October 18, 2010<br /><br />Members in Attendance:<br /> Ria Shroff (ISAP), Kirstin French (January-Start PIMs), Tami Brunelle (MAT), Emily Koch(MAT), Catherine Bogle (IE), Tonia Pence (MANG), Chamba Kaluba (C T), Erin Maslanik (SJ), Maggie Dudley (SLM), Annie Hostetter (SD).<br /><br />Position Check-In (12 minutes)<br />Annie joined SITSA as the SD representative, her role will be Education. <br /><br />Ria (Treasure) presented an update on SITSA funds: Currently there is $6,200 which includes $1,200 that is reserved for a Community Building Event in the Spring. The individual neighborhood budgets were cut, so funds were taken out of SITSA’s funds and given to them. Ria also suggested we consider benchmarking funds, $500, for next year. If funds have been requested and approved through SISTA, the requesting party will receive those funds through Ria.<br /><br />Erin (Int. Com) requested clarification on last week’s notes: If a funding request is over $200 there must be consensus reached by voting SITSA members. (Proper amendment will be made to minutes)<br /><br />Halloween Dance (10 minutes)<br />There was brief discussion regarding the types of prizes SITSA might offer for the costume party, as well as what amounts those prizes should be. Members voted to allocate $100 for the prizes. A subcommittee (Catherine, Maggie and Tami) was formed to determine prizes and categories. It seems as though at least 6 members will be present for the dance.<br /><br />Team-Building Tuesdays (3 minutes)<br />Members agreed to participate in a team building activity, outside of meeting time, such as $2 Bowling, at Brattleboro Bowl on a Tuesday night following the meeting. Setting the date will be added to next week’s agenda. <br /><br />Campus Awareness (33 minutes)<br />Emily facilitated a discussion on ways to communicating with the student body. Some of the suggestions included: Bulletin Board, Suggestion Box, Facebook, Table Tents, and emails. Members decided to utilize all the methods. <br />Each member will send her a photo of his/herself to be placed on the bulletin board in the IC, so students can see who the members are and which neighborhoods they represent. Each member is to email Emily a picture by Monday 10/25. The goal is to have the Bulletin Board done prior to the Halloween Dance.<br />A Suggestion Box with be placed in key locations around campus. Each member is to make students aware, through neighborhood communication and classes, about the purpose and location of the boxes. The group will be flexible in handling the suggestions, based upon the amount and the nature of the subject matter.<br />Instead of creating a new Facebook, SISTA will utilize the PIM 70/MAT42 group on FB. Each member is responsible for “spreading the word,” to their neighborhoods and fellow classmates. Member will take a group picture on 10/26, to be posted on this FB group’s wall.<br />Emily will discuss with Student Activities collaborating our efforts to design and implement the Table Tent proposal. <br /><br />Two other suggestions were made for raising student awareness regarding SITSA:<br />1.T-shirts for each member: A discussion took place regarding the creation of SISTA T-Shirts, and possibility of having a neighborhood contest to design a SITSA logo. This issue was tabled.<br />2.Open Meeting: Members also discussed having an open lunch meeting, with no Agenda to allow students the opportunity to voice any questions or concerns they may have.<br /><br />Housekeeping (5 minutes)<br />If members would like an item added to the agenda, they must email Kirstin by 12:00 a.m. the morning prior to the meeting.<br />6:40 Meeting adjourned, next meeting is October 26, at 5:30 in IC 101SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-22298673371202847892010-05-14T16:25:00.001-07:002010-05-14T16:25:56.648-07:00May 14Meeting started at 12:40 in the Boyce Conference Room<br /><br />1. Budget update: $550-$600 can be spent (this will leave some money to rollover to next year, which is tradition)<br /><br />2. Discussions about Diversity Proposal took place. SITSA members spoke about the responses they received from the student body and faculty. Responses were mixed. Overall, there seems to be support for the Proposal.<br /><br />3. Based on a consensus, the Diversity Proposal was passed. SITSA will be endorsing the document.<br /><br />4. Libby Hill made a requst to fund Faiysal AliKhan's plane ticket. He will be speaking during lunch and at one of the Conflict Transformation courses taught by Tats. The request was for $400.<br /><br />5. Olesya Boreyko made a request for an end of the year party. The expenses would go towards covering chair massages, transportation for students, food, beverages, and art/game supplies. The request was made for $400.<br /><br />6. Matthew Abrams made a request to start a Seed Account that will support a community focused event. He presented a letter that would be left with Tony to explain the purpose of the fund to new students. The request was for $400, but ideally, Matt would like the fund to start with $500.<br /><br />7. Voting: It was decided that all three requests would each get half what they requested at $200 each. Thus, today was the last day that requests will be accepted.SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-74059056652913606212010-05-14T06:50:00.000-07:002010-05-14T07:00:03.880-07:00May 7SITSA MINUTES MEETING DATED MAY 07, 2010<br />VENUE: BOYCE<br /><br />The meeting was chaired by Brittany Smith.<br /><br />There was a CONTACT Program request made (see below).<br /><br />There was a request for $500 by Julia Fisher and Noah Baker Merrill from Conflict Transformation (CT) to be added to fundraising they will hold to gather the remaining $1500 which would be airfare for someone from Iraq (currently living in Australia). They stated that they would appreciate response to be by May 14th. The presenters added that CONTACT was often a program for people who were and would be in SIT. They also indicated that she would give talks that would be open to all SIT community. The presenters responded to all the questions that were asked for clarity. The request form was filled and filed for records.<br /><br />Matthew Abrams also presented his request for $400 for seed money for a community focused event and indicated the deadline to be May 21st. In his presentation, he read a letter of invitation that urged joining of community projects as a way to cultivate and continue relationships. He further emphasized that the project would be a benefit to SIT students to expand beyond the SITSA through collaboration. The request form was filled and filed for records.<br /><br />MAT request was shifted to the next sitting, May 14th, since the presenters were not able to attend the meeting.<br /><br />Two students came to discuss end of year party plans. <br /><br />There was a note made from IE about end of the year party since they were planning to have one. The neighborhoods needed to clarify the dates for parties that were already under way to avoid being looked at as though they would be competing. They also indicated the importance of connectedness/togetherness. They were requesting to consolidate the parties and bridge the difference. They stated that the aim of the party would be to mingle, and talk to souls, people never talked to and they believed it would be a legacy to future SIT students. Everyone showed to be worried that there was a communication breakdown in SITSA for 2010 final party. The presenters suggested May 21st and would ask for $300, though they would check with other neighborhoods for more donations.<br /><br />Brandon Lee submitted the letter on diversity issues on campus. A copy was kept for records. <br /><br />Changes were to be made on SITSA constitution. These comments should have been sent to Brittany for compiling. <br /><br />Votes were done and $500 request by Julia Fisher and Noah Baker Merrill was granted.<br />$400 request for seed money was not granted at this time and was let for the next meeting.<br /><br />The meeting ended.<br /><br />Minutes were compiled by Moloko Kgare on May 13, 2010SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-26393392861295522652010-05-04T07:21:00.000-07:002010-05-04T07:26:58.260-07:00Minutes of the SITSA Meeting Dated April 30, 2010<br />Time: 12h40 pm<br />Venue: Boyce Building<br />Meeting Chairperson: Brittany Smith<br /><br />1.Updates:<br />It was stated by the chairperson that Tony Drapelick wanted to know who would be present for the Open House on May 7th and could not attend SITSA. All representatives were asked to send an email out if they thought they would have to miss the meeting. <br /><br />ISAP’s report involved that the international students would take part in the “Race for a Reason,” in greater numbers. They had organized a T-shirt and the process was about to finish.<br /><br />Brittany announced that the minutes from previous meetings were sent to the blog with some changes made where necessary, and that they were open for viewing to all in the communities. <br /><br />Brandon’s matter on the inclusion of people of color in the faculties and administration was still tabled. Brittany had handouts, but the matter couldn’t be discussed without Brandon. So, it was agreed to wait until Brandon availed himself.<br /><br />SITSA members were given a sheet to check if they would be available for the times and days, in preparation for an evening meeting to be scheduled depending on the response by the members. <br /><br />2.Adam Goldberg presented a fund request for $250 on behalf of the Band for transporting the band from Martha’s Vineyards. Voting was to be done as the last thing on the agenda.<br /><br />3.Brandon gave a brief explanation of his case to lay a foundation for the people who had not been present at the beginning when the matter was tabled. <br /><br />Barbara clarified that she knew why there was no diversity coordinator. <br /><br />There was a consensus that there was a need to have a diversity coordinator to address relating to what Brandon hinted. That meant, as one of the presenters emphasized, the diversity coordinator would address among others polarized racial issues and tensions like it was done in one of the local high schools. Still on the diversity coordinator, one concern was the relation that that position would have in the SIT infrastructure.<br /><br />The discussion furthered and it was said that the main issues that should receive immediate attention needed to be highlighted and attended to.<br /><br />The following was the procedure to be followed: An initial letter should be forwarded with add-ons from other communities, as well as from individuals.<br /><br />Closing the matter, Brittany showed the role of SITSA in tackling matters and that the association was open to suggestions, as long as submissions would be made. She also stressed that SITSA was ready to support all the communities. However, SITSA would the concerned to organize and submit something on paper for discussion and then, endorsement.<br /><br />Brandon concluded that he would like to have the matter addressed and that there should be freedom to serve without being pointed.<br /><br />Matthew hinted that the matter would need to be categorized into continuing conversation, synthesizing all the idea from the student body and the thoughts of diversity coordinator and/or committee be nominated.<br /><br />It was confessed that there were time constraints, but there was to be a concrete, positive description before SITSA could endorse the final letter.<br /><br />The letter would be revised and the document be submitted to SITSA by the next week. Votes would be conducted thereafter. <br /><br />Brandon wrote his email address on the board (blee1911@yahoo.com), in case people had anything to add onto the final letter SITSA would receive. <br /><br />4.The $250 request for the band was granted.<br /><br />5.Any Other Business:<br />Other requests were postponed.<br />Jason announced that SITSA still had $1848.29 prior to the request that was just approved.<br /><br />Emails would be sent about the evening meeting.<br /><br />Brittany asked if people would rearrange and see what day(s) would suit, especially those where the majority of SITSA would be available. Brittany stated that the meeting would last for 1-1.5 hour. The venue for the evening meeting was Matthew’s place. Matthew gave verbal directions and would still email it to the rest.SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-65230134810941413232010-04-30T06:03:00.001-07:002010-04-30T06:03:55.313-07:00April 23, 2010SITSA Minutes of the Meeting Held on April 23, 2010<br />Venue: Boyce Building<br /> Time: 12h35pm <br />The meeting was chaired by Brittany Smith.<br /><br />I. Updates:<br />• It was stated that there might be another request for funding.<br />• Barbara admitted that there would be budget cuts which were still in progress and that the SITSA would be informed of such when they happen. That was her response to the speculations already by the other neighborhoods.<br />• ISAP reported that they would have a farewell party off-campus. They also had a T-shirt up and coming by the first week of May or even on the day of the race scheduled for May 1st.<br />• IE reported they would appreciate submission of the recipes for the coming event.<br />• MAT reported that TPRS workshop was well attended and that they were happy few of PIM group members had been part of the workshop.<br />• SD reported that they also have a T-Shirt underway.<br />• Matthew reported that he had a hand-out from Brandon, but wouldn’t distribute as that was not the agreement.<br />• Jess volunteered to be part of the students’ representative in the discussion to be held estimated to last for a maximum of 3 hours. This is in reference to hiring a new Dean and the interviewing process. <br />• A letter was to be written asking permission to have a student on the interviewing panel. <br />• Also, Jess and Matt were going to decide among themselves who would disseminate blog information to the students, so that students could easily see SITSA minutes, as well as know that they can come to any and all meetings.<br />II. There was a suggestion to have a dinner meeting and the set up was to be as follows:<br />• Discussion of issues that would be tabled and then dinner coupled with socializing<br />• Discussion will be focused on the role people play, inclusive language in the constitution, and the need for representation.<br />III. It was stated that SITSA would be the platform to get the voices from the SIT community heard. SITSA should be an outreach where there would be an open time of interaction, though the final decision would still have to be made by SITSA. <br />IV. Brandon:<br />• Met with MAT rep.<br />• Handed out a draft letter that explained in brief what he presented on April 16, 2010. The letter was read and given an expanded explanation. The draft of the letter was kept for record as reference. He left the email address for more inputs into furnishing the draft letter. Brandon was going to setup a Google Doc for SITSA members to use. <br />• Brandon mentioned he would appreciate that SITSA could stand by the burning idea he had said to representing the MAT, in particular for collective consensus from MAT community. He stressed that he would respect the SITSA’s rule in that regard.<br />V. Tony gave an insight on the following:<br />• Hiring people of color from the alumni would be a privilege and seen reasonable. <br />• He indicated that they had been successful in the previous years. <br />• He also mentioned that should any vacancy other than that of the TA arise, it would be relevant for the alumni MATs and PIMs to consider them. <br />• He even enlisted few names of those who took part for shorter periods of approximately 3 years. <br />• He emphasized that their presence was a great influence and experience, though they left due to varying reasons. <br />• He, then, shared with the SITSA members that he wished that the relationship would be sustainable. <br />• He hoped that something could be done for the sake of MAT program.<br />VI. Any Other Business<br />• Brandon emphasized that the draft letter he distributed had a view of his concern. He also showed that he wanted the matter to be initiated collectively than to be taken individually.<br />• Recommendation: That Brandon should hand in the final letter to SITSA that it would be taken to the neighborhoods/communities. From a discussion of about 5 minutes, follow up would be made in the coming weeks and to receive official votes.<br />• It was agreed that there would be objective thoughts around the matter. Again, it was highlighted that there should be someone to report and give clear, distinct roles the MAT Faculty had to do.<br />• The suggestions were shelved for the coming weeks, but other technology like googledot.com would be used to quicken the pace of review.<br />• It was also said as an advice that as the community representatives we should be transparent to share everything discussed with the communities we represent.<br />VII. The meeting ended.<br />Minutes compiled by Moloko R. Kgare Date: April 29, 2010<br />(Internal Communications & ISAP Community Rep)SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-10872885259197261382010-04-22T23:34:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:35:42.182-07:00April 16 MinutesSITSA Minutes Meeting Dated April 16, 2010<br />Venue: Boyce Building<br />Time: 12H40pm<br />Chaired: Brittany Smith<br /><br />1.Jeremy Harrison-Smith was introduced and welcome. Jeremy replaced Maegan. All the SITSA members were introduced to Jeremy. Brittany also briefed him about what SITSA mainly did like focusing on budget, and voting procedures whereby majority rule was the norm. Jeremy was granted an opportunity to ask questions.<br /><br />2.There was fund request for $300 from soccer. Brittany excluded herself from voting as a member of the soccer team. Likewise, Jeremy did not vote for this same reason. The presentation was done. It was noted that that was the third indoor session with approximately 18 players registered. The game would involve the SIT and staff who played in the past. The presenter stated that there would be 1-2 games/week and that the fund would be used for facility and referees’ fees. She also highlighted that the games would serve as stress-reliever for students, and interaction with January students. SITSA fund would relieve the students from paying a lot for affiliation which was $45/player. She hinted that there would be no fees when playing outdoors. She was then released and would be notified of SITSA’ standpoint after voting that was to be done thereafter.<br /><br />3.HR had a $65 request presented in writing by Stephanie Leite for a hotel room for the guest. The event would be on April 23rd, 2010. Jeremy expanded the explanation regarding to the request.<br /><br />4.Voting was to be done, but Jason was asked to give the balance SITSA had. In a sense, all the votes were shelved until the presentation by Brandon was done.<br /><br />5.Brandon presented his case based on the question of no people of color in the faculties in SIT. He indicated how in the last semester there were incidents of racial harassment issues. He showed his concern in that he wanted the matter sorted out in the previous semester, but couldn’t due to his personal matter that needed his attention. He requested the attention and support from SITSA to have the issue addressed. He showed to be ready to do his best. In his presentation, he also cited examples of where the places he had chances of visiting where people of color were part of the administration or faculty. He emphasized that he would appreciate clarity as to what could be accomplished in the faculties; be clarified on two important aspects including where the people of color are and when they would be part of the faculty. Brandon stated that he would communicate with MAT Reps in SITSA. He stressed that the matter about racism should not be seen as something personal at all. So, it required to be handled with care considering its sensitivity. Jason thanked for Brandon’s concern. It was then agreed that proper channels would be followed, especially because the matter was urgent looking into the approaching semester closure. As an agreement by the SITSA and Brandon, there would be a written document as a start to address the issue and for the records. It was clear that Brandon had an idea about who to contact in MAT faculty, but needed to hear what SITSA’s stance would be. Barbara gave clarification in that regard. Two names for consultation from MAT Faculty were mentioned: Elizabeth Tannenbaum and Alex Silverman. A recommendation made was that the matter would be moved to upper structures stressing the urgency, thereof. That meant, a written /planned agenda would be sent to the registrar prior to the meeting for her to prepare to discuss the matter to avoid a situation where it would look like an interrogation. That the Chief Academic Officer had just arrived on campus would not be a problem; it was shown that she would be accountable since all the deans sent reports to her. Brandon was asked to be present in the next SITSA sitting before he was released. Brandon was asked to have what he said in print.<br /><br />6.The SITSA members agreed that there was a need to start town-hall meetings for open discussion where the students’ voice would be heard and the administration would also be invited. The representation would also include the different SIT departments. <br /><br />7.Jason announced that $500 from Amy was returned to SITSA’s account and also the $70 would be returned. $2130 + $70 were the amount SITSA had as its balance.<br /><br />8.Soccer and HR requests were passed.<br /><br />9.It was announced that the next meeting would be held 12H35 in Boyce building.<br /><br />10.The meeting was ended at about 1h25pm.SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-39855873630045371022010-04-22T23:33:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:36:26.848-07:00April 2 MinutesMINUTES OF THE SITSA MEETING DATED 04/02/2010<br />VENUE: BOYCE BUILDING<br />TIME: 12h40pm<br /><br />Brittany Smith chaired the meeting.<br /><br />1.Updates:<br />Maegan had stepped down and the chairperson would still make a follow up on the minutes Maegan had.<br />Joseph Mukoroli sent his apology since he had a group meeting scheduled at the same time as SITSA.<br />Kirstin was introduced and welcomed again because SITSA meeting had only 5 members present in the previous week.<br />Brittany briefed the rest of the members with what transpired in the last sitting<br /><br />2.SJ Mediation Request was done by Libby who indicated that their neighborhood contacted among others SLM and SD. She stated that though, there would be less contributions, she appreciated. Libby also said that she would thank if she would know the decision made so that they could start planning and functioning. She promised that there would maximum participation.<br />Deborah Lake (IE Rep) and Jess (MAT Rep) advised Libby to contact their neighborhood; they were willing to contribute to the funding provided Libby email IE and present her case at the MAT community meeting dated April 15th.<br /><br />3.It was noted that SITSA would fund the end of the year party scheduled May 8th.<br /><br />4.Rachel was able to raise funds and was not ready to withdraw request until the next week.<br /><br />5.Jason announced that SITSA’s balance was $2230. Still on the same note, Tony indicated that there had been $500 not fully used for SIT vans during the TESOL conference. Meaning, the remaining amount would be returned to the SITSA funds. It was clearly stated that SITSA would then give SJ mediation $600 instead of $950 requested, especially because it was questionable if there would be enough participation.<br /><br />6.Brittany gave a brief explanation on the reasons for SITSA wanting to hold town-hall meetings in relation to topics such as racism on campus, PIM and MAT and January and Fall students’ orientations.<br /><br />7.It was voted that SJ Mediation would receive $600 as a final amount.<br /><br />8.The meeting was officially declared closed by the chairperson.<br /><br />Minutes written and compiled by Moloko Kgare (Internal Communications and ISAP Rep)SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-25850431246871230642010-04-22T23:32:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:33:06.645-07:00March 26 MinutesMinutes of the SITSA meeting dated March 26th, 2010<br />Venue: Boyce building<br /><br />1.The meeting was chaired by Brittany Smith.<br /><br />2.The meeting could not follow the agenda due to the absence of several members of the association as a result of conferences and other commitments.<br /><br />3.Each of the SITSA members was to give short introduction about names and neighborhood represented. Members represented were Moloko, Brittany, Matthew, Tam, and Tony.<br /><br />4.Welcome and updates<br />4.1. Brittany welcomed Kirstin French who was replacing Monalisa. Kirstin introduced herself and the reason for wanting to be part of SITSA. Brittany also stated in her welcome the procedures followed to pass a motion tabled and requests for funding from the neighborhoods.<br />4.2. Matthew gave an update about the conference to be held on May 1st in his neighborhood.<br />4.3. Brittany gave information based on the $2037 remaining funds in SITSA considering the end of the year parties that would need a portion from it, be it for both MAT and PIM group. <br />4.4. It was acknowledged that SITSA had lots of requests for funding in 2010.<br />4.5. The outstanding requests were postponed for the next sitting when other members would be present.<br /><br />5. On the basis of not forming a quorum, the members decided to talk about one of the complaints that were raised, though unofficially; the issue of racism talked to Brittany by some of the affected members of SIT community. It was acknowledged that it should be followed up before it could divide the community. The matter would be addressed from the source by the Residential Assistants (RAs) of the dormitory affected. Tony would highlight the case to the relevant structures. Then, the SITSA would wait to handle the matter when time would show to be right in meetings to help the affected in readjusting and moving forward. We were advised to address the racism issue with a mindful of possibilities of isolating people when we would want them to cooperatively be a unit.<br /><br />6. There was a concern about Megan’s consecutive absence from the meetings without sending any apology. The constitution was to be reread and then Megan be approached so that she could openly indicate whether she was still interested or would like to sent someone from her neighborhood to replace her. <br /><br />7. The meeting officially ended.<br /><br />Minutes were compiled by Moloko Kgare<br /> (ISAP Rep)SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-55696489969059370012010-04-22T23:27:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:32:06.014-07:00March 19 MinutesSITSA Minutes of the Meeting held on March 19th 2010 in Boyce Building<br />Starting Time: 12:40<br />Chaired by Brittany Smith<br /><br />The agenda was as follows:<br />12:40 - Silent way<br />12:45 – TPRS<br />12:50 – V-Day<br />12:55 – SJ Mediation<br />1:05 – Voting<br />1:15- Updates/Adjustments<br /><br />1.The chairperson gave an apology from two SITSA members.<br /><br />2.The agenda was started bottom-up with the updates <br />1.Jason gave an update on the balance as $2730 with a list of requests that were approved.<br />2.Tony Drapelick confirmed that the SIT van to TESOL conference in Boston was secured<br />3.Minutes of the previous meeting were not available due to commitments that the scriber had.<br />4.We were informed there was a blog created for posting the minutes and availing them to all the communities on campus.<br /><br />3.Requests<br />1.Kim Daelhousen presented requests for a funding of about $200 each. The request was to be allocated for the workshops on Approaches and Methodologies and she stated that the main focus would be on The Silent Way and TPRS. Handouts would be kept for record. Joseph Mukoroli1.expanded the explanation about The Silent Way showing how it would link with SIT community on a bigger picture. Kim was advised to advertise the workshop dates in IC during lunch.<br />2.Shayne Bell also presented for the request of $100 for the V-Day session that had been running from February 14th- April. Dates scheduled would be April 16th at 7:30pm and April 18th at 3pm.<br />3.The request presenters were Libby Hill and Ann about SJ Mediation of $1000.<br /><br />4.The SITSA members voted positive towards the requests made. However, the SJ Mediation request presenters were to be advised to look for more assistance from other possible funders considering that the amount they requested.<br /><br />5.The chairperson declared the meeting closed.<br /><br />Minutes were compiled by Moloko KgareSITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-41138580399919484652010-04-22T23:26:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:27:28.922-07:00December 11 MinutesMinutes of SITSA Meeting Dated December 11th 2009<br />Venue: Boyce<br />Time: 12:40<br />The meeting was chaired by Tony Drapelick<br /><br />1.Brittany Smith send an apology for not attending the meeting due to other commitments.<br /><br />2.Clarity regarding bookings of venues for the meetings was given. Tony stated that there were primary viewers who would take information to the schedule to confirm. He indicated that the confessed that the gap was noticed and that the matter would be settled.<br /><br />3.Tony also reported that there were 19 new PIM students coming and would arrive on January 13th. Their orientation would be held from January 14th through 25th, 2010. A handout on the schedule was issued and would be kept for future reference. It was also said that the new students would take MBTI.<br /><br />4.<br />4.1. Matthew invited the SITSA members to attend the gathering organized in his neighborhood scheduled for December 11th 2009 at IC 101 from 6-8pm.<br />4.2. Matthew’s suggestion of incorporating the new students in the welcoming event scheduled for January 24th was supported.<br />4.3. He also suggested that SITSA might invest in the activities for about $6000 by taking numbers and see if the idea was supported or not. It was emphasized that basically SIT students had to take part in SITSA sponsored activities. Matthew indicated that SITSA would need donations in kindness or money. He urged that we should invite various thoughts about how people feel concerning the idea, and stressing the concept of collaborating.<br />4.4. The event was planned for May 8th, 2010 and the emphasis would be on connectivity and collaboration on ideas from a lot of people. Matthew was advised to do a thorough research on the matter. He was encouraged to explore when opportunities were granted. <br /><br />5. It was drawn to our attention that open lines of communication had to be established to serve as a continuum into the future. i.e. Website had to designed and maintained for lifelong communication purposes.<br /><br />6. The meeting ended.<br />Minutes compiled by Kgare Moloko Raxina December 16th, 2009<br /> (Minute Secretary)SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-73828119788670609962010-04-22T23:24:00.000-07:002010-04-22T23:26:06.431-07:00December 4 Minutes<meta equiv="CONTENT-TYPE" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><title></title><meta name="GENERATOR" content="OpenOffice.org 3.1 (Win32)"><style type="text/css"> <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --> </style> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b>MINUTES OF THE SITSA MEETING HELD DECEMBER 04</b></span></span><sup><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b>TH</b></span></span></sup><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b> 2009</b></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b>VENUE: BOYCE</b></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><b>TIME: 12:45pm</b></span></span></p> <ol><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">The meeting was chaired by Brittany Smith.</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">There was a request for funding presented.</span></span></p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Jason gave comments about the request stating the estimates of students to be catered (app. 30)</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">He indicated that the gathering will be based on conflict and identity.</span></span></p> </li></ul> <ol start="3"><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Matthew gave an update from his neighborhood (SLM).</span></span></p> </li></ol> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">He stated that on Friday December 11</span></span><sup><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">th</span></span></sup><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;"> 2009, there would be an exploratory meeting in IC101 and all in SITSA were invited. He emphasized that it would a get-to-know each other more than on school set ups. He requested that everybody should spread the word about the gathering.</span></span></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 200%;" align="JUSTIFY"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:130%;">Jason commented about MAT not making any request for funds and urged that they had to ask for money. The MAT representatives indicated that they busy with practicum preparations which consumed time. They emphasized that they would make request for transport to TESOL conference in 2010.</span></span></p> </li></ul> SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1366726564598737412.post-53791195726581195022010-03-03T00:18:00.000-08:002010-03-03T00:27:53.980-08:00<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">Meeting Minutes</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">February 26, 2010</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"> </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><br />IC 106</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"> </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><br />12:45pm to 1:45pm</span><br /><br /></div> <span style="font-weight: bold;">SITSA Co-Presidents at Meeting:</span><br />-Deborah (Deb) Lake, new<br />-Tam Huynh<br />-Matthew (Matt) Abrams<br />-Jason Nusser<br />-Brittany Smith<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">SIT Administrators at Meeting:</span><br />-Tony Drapelick<br />-Barbara Carver<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">For corrections (or questions) to the minutes, email Brittany.Smith@mail.sit.edu. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Notes:</span><br /><br />• Meeting started fifteen minutes later than usual; usual start time is 12:30pm.<br /><br />• Introduced Deb to the basic setup of SITSA. Deb is replacing Sarah Wann for International Education.<br /><br />• Tony will add Deb to the mailing list.<br /><br />• Refreshed policies for voting procedure: discuss concerns, fist-to-five, discuss if there are still concerns, final vote with thumbs up or down.<br /><br />• Noted that for requests to pass everyone had to vote “yes” today because we only had five members present (five members is needed to make quorum).<br /><br />• Jason presented current budget information for the start of the meeting: $7,180. For more details, please email him at jason.nusser@mail.sit.edu. He presented tables and graphs showing the breakdown of the budget (due to formatting issues, they could not be posted here).<br /><br />• Heard requests from students (four requests in total). There were student representatives present for each request. After each request, SITSA had a chance to ask questions, and then, voting took place after all representatives left.<br /><br />---Catalina Nieto and Cara Miller completed a Request Form to purchase art supplies for the Art Break on March 9 at 1:30 (during all-campus time). They listed prices for each item at their full cost; however, they intend to reduce costs as they go along and will likely need less money than they are requesting. Request was for $252.16.<br />*Request passed at $250.<br />*SITSA recommended that the artwork created is displayed more permanently, such as in a classroom.<br />*SITSA supports the idea of more visual art represented on campus.<br /><br />---Amanda Jordan completed a Request Form to bring the Beehive Collective to campus on March 9 at 6:30pm. They are an artist group that creates social change with their work. Request was for $275.<br />*Request passed at $275.<br />*Note: This art event nicely balances the Art Break held earlier in the day.<br /><br />---Wanna Crevecoeur completed a Request Form to purchase food and drinks for her Haiti Benefit for FOHRSE/Haitian Foundation for Social Rehabilitation. The event will take place on March 19 and is in its planning stage. She intends to send SITSA more information by email about the organization. The request was for $200.<br />*Request passed for $200.<br /><br />---Stephanie Wilks-Leite completed a Request Form to bring guest speaker, Omar Sierra, from the Venezuelan Consulate in Boston. The event will be held on March 10, at 6:30 and go until 8:30. They will show a movie and then have a discussion. The name of the movie is "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised." Request covered basic transportation, dinner, and hotel totaling $115.<br />*Request passed at $115.<br /><br />• Total of $835 from proposal requests passed.<br /><br />• SITSA decided on a new voting method for small requests. All proposals $200 and under may be submitted online and voted on via the SITSA mailing list.<br /><br />---If the proposal is less than $100, two people must respond in favor of the proposal for it to pass.<br /><br />---If the request is above $100 and no more than $200, three people must respond in favor of the proposal for it to pass.<br /><br />---Responses must be made in a timely manner or else jurisdiction will be left up to Jason, the SITSA Treasurer.<br /><br />---If anyone is highly against any given proposal, they can table the vote, such that it will become an agenda item at the next meeting.<br /><br />• SITSA would like to offer a Co-President Position to a new January student if there is interest among them. Matt will get the email information necessary to send out a notice from Deb. We will ask January students to send their selected Representative (they are responsible for selecting their own person). SITSA believe that this will help with continuity and true representation of students’ interests.<br /><br />• Matt requested fifteen minutes to discuss his event at the next meeting. This time will be towards the start of the next meeting. SITSA members would like further details sent to them ahead of time by email (e.g. names of speakers, dollar amounts, partnerships, names of students involved, etc.)<br /><br />• It was noted that the Request Form was never handed in for the Halloween Dance as previously requested by SITSA members.<br /><br />• SITSA has interest in supporting the MAT Dance. Decision regarding this will be made at the next meeting.<br /><br />• Next meeting will be Friday at 12:30pm (room to be decided -- contact your department SITSA Representative for this information if needed). At this meeting, we anticipate voting on large requests that students on campus have mentioned one-on-one to individual SITSA members. Also, Co-Presidents for SITSA, if you cannot attend the meeting, but are currently on campus (i.e. not away because you are part of MAT), please remember to send out an all group notice via the mailing list as soon as possible.SITSAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04809182829149372663noreply@blogger.com0