Eldred discusses issues with BOG
By KATIE MILLER
News Writer
College president Marilou Eldred discussed the Master Plan and the smoking policy with Board of Governance members Wednesday night.
"Right now the biggest thing on my plate is the Master Plan," she said, explaining primary changes that will occur as a result of on the campus renovation project.
"The first three major plans are the welcome center, the new clubhouse, and the Regina renovations," said Eldred. "I'm really excited about Regina."
Eldred stressed the importance of having students on Master Plan committees, which include members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and students. There has been a lack of student presence on these committees thus far, however.
"The one thing I plea for is to have students on the committees for the Master Plan," said Eldred. "I would really appreciate seeing more students on the committees."
Eldred also spoke about the progress of the committee drafting a proposal on the smoking policy, which could prohibit smoking on all campus grounds.
"It is my understanding that the proposal will be ready by the end of the semester," said Eldred. "We will then need to approve it, and it will be implemented in June."
Finally, Eldred stressed the importance of the student voice at Saint Mary's.
"I really want to hear from people. Whenever my door is open, please drop in," she said.
In other BOG news:
u This week is History Week. Margaret Feinstein will lecture on "Hannah's Prayer: Jewish Women Holocaust Survivors in Germany after World War II" on at 7 p.m. today in Haggar Parlor.
u The last date for donations to Project Warmth has been extended because of lack of participation, said charity program volunteer Rose Lutzka. Coats and other winter clothing can be deposited in the donation box near the drinking fountain in the LeMans lobby.
u Nine Saint Mary's students plan to attend the Black Leadership Conference at Texas A&M University in College Station Jan. 20 through 23. Students have asked all departments for donations to help with expenses. The board tabled its decision to help students attending the conference until needs are further specified.
u Bridget Heffernan outlined the election dates for the 2000-2001 student body president and vice president. Platforms are due Jan. 24, campaigning starts Jan. 27 and a "Meet the Candidates" forum will be held in the evening on Jan. 27 in Haggar Parlor. Jan. 31 will be election day. Run-offs will be Feb. 2. All Saint Mary's students, including seniors, can vote.
All News Stories for Thursday, December 2, 1999
