Guests – Victor Alatorre, Director of Infrastructure Services gave senators an update on several of IT projects and took questions about software, compliance, and security. Of note, we are moving from HP to Dell going forward. Sean Fay, the new Director of Equal, Opportunity, and Affirmative Action introduced himself to senators, providing a brief personal and professional background. Provost Koker gave a budget update. We are currently in the 2nd year of 3year financial recovery plan. While we are on schedule and/or making progress in most areas, wcontinue to face difficult circumstances related to declining enrollment, continued tuition freeze, and a strong economy.  A pressing concern is that 2019-2020 enrollment numbers on the main campus are down more than anticipated. The Strategic Plan was also discussed. The current  Strategic Plan covers 2016-2021this 5 year plan is nearly up,  we will need to begin a new process in 2020-2021.

Resolution on UW System President Search – Senators passed a resolution objecting to the new search and screen committee composition and calling on the Board of Regents to consider a more inclusive committee composition.