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December 8, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate December 8, 2017 Approved Minutes.

Faculty Forum : Commercialization And Knowledge Transfer, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine is committed to fulfilling our mission through the support of our faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders in developing, creating, and contributing knowledge for the benefit of the State of Maine and beyond. Knowledge transfer is a key component of realizing our mission. In June 2016, President Susan J. Hunter charged Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker with convening a group to review UMaine’s existing policies, processes, and structures with regard to knowledge transfer and commercialization. The President’s goal is for UMaine to move to an “enhanced level of leadership focus and modernized policies, processes, and structure”.

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November 17, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate November 17, 2017 Approved Minutes.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 5, Stewart Harvey, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 5 is entitled “Restoring the Dream: Renewing Pride and Stewardship of Place”. As the Pathway 5 Chair, Stewart Harvey, Executive Director of Facilities and Capital Management Services, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 5. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

October 27, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate October 27, 2017 Approved Minutes.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 4, Kenda Scheele, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 4 is entitled “Transforming Lives: Strengthening the UMaine Undergraduate and Graduate Student Experience”. As the Pathway 4 Chair, Kenda Scheele, Assistant Vice President and Senior Associate Dean of Students, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 4. She led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 2, Jeff Mills, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 2 is entitled “Securing Our Future: Ensuring Financial Sustainability”. As the Pathway 2 Chair, Jeffery Mills, President of the University of Maine Foundation, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 2. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 3, Monique Larocque, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 3 is entitled “Embracing a Culture of Excellence: Promoting Spirit, Community and Collaboration”. As the Pathway 3 Chair, Monique LaRocque, Associate Provost for Lifelong Learning, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 3. She led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 1, Jake Ward, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 1 is entitled “Serving Our State: Catalyzing Maine’s Revitalization”. As the Pathway 1 Chair, Jake Ward, Vice President for Innovation & Economic Development, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 1. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.

September 29, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate September 29, 2017 Approved Minutes.

Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan “Kick-Off”, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

At this Forum, President Susan J. Hunter hosted a “town meeting” to present to the University community the idea behind the assessment of the Blue Sky Strategic Plan and the opportunities from this reflection in building the foundation for our next strategic plan. Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker presented an overview of the process, the approach taken as assessment work commenced over the summer, and a timeline for completion. He provided highlights from each pathway and described the format of the Pathway Forums to follow throughout the fall. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a …

August 25, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate August 25, 2017 Approved Minutes.

July 18, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate July 18, 2017 Approved Minutes.

June 20, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate June 20, 2017 Approved Minutes.

May 1, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate May 1, 2017 Approved Minutes.

April 21, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate April 21, 2017 Approved Minutes.

March 31, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate March 31, 2017 Approved Minutes.

February 24, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate February 24, 2017 Approved Minutes.

Faculty Forum : Think 30 And Beyond-Next Steps In Support Of Student Success, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

General University of Maine Publications

This forum focused on progress made and future directions in support of student success and completion. The Provost provided an update on work to date including some early indicators and metrics. Provost Hecker also shared ideas regarding future initiatives aimed at increasing student success and completion. Other complementary initiatives currently underway were highlighted. This Forum provided an opportunity to update the UMaine community and gather feedback.

January 27, 2017 Minutes, Swosu Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

SWOSU Faculty Senate January 27, 2017 Approved Minutes.