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Senate Meeting #4, dated September 3, 2008
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH
THE SENATE/BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES
Meeting #4
September 3, 2008
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Vice President Chavez at 3:33 pm.
2. ROLL CALL
Voting Members Present Voting Members Absent
Senator James Ahumada Senator Tanya Jooste
Senator Avis Atkins
Senator Everett Bryan (Dp @ 5:09)
Senator Philip Bustamante
Senator Rosannara Chhun (Dp @ 5:00)
Senator Ruben Cordova
Senator Trinh Dang
Senator Marilei Denila
Senator Zo Farooqui
Senator James Kuang
Senator Caitlyn Larson (Ar@ 3:50 Dp @ 4:58)
Senator Amanda Thyden
Senator Thuy Tran
Senator Jeff Yutrzenka
Vice President Christopher Chavez
Non-Voting Present Non-Voting Absent
Dr.Caveness) (Dp@ 5:09) Dr. Lee Vail (Faculty Rep)
Ms. Kim Hinckson (Advisor to the Senate)
Mr. Richard Haller (Executive Director)
3. INVOCATION
The invocation was presented by Dr. Doug Robinson, Vice President for Student Services who encouraged
Senators to maintain civility during discussions, and to focus on the responsibility of protecting the sovereignty of
ASI. He indicated that this could be done by establishing policies/procedures and maintaining fidelity to the
bylaws. Conversely, he pledged to ensure that the administration will be open to suggestions from ASI.
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Former 2007 ASI President Mark Andrews encouraged Senators to attend athletic events. He distributed a pocket
book schedule of games.
Ramon Castillo, ASI marketing assistant, informed the Senate that positions were still available in Beach Team,
and encouraged Senators to volunteer.
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5. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
The Vice President announced that ASI was invited to participate in a summer institute for Academic Advisors in
which advisors will receive feedback from students. He then reminded Senators that there are 5 vacant seats on
the Board and encouraged members to remain for the entire meeting so as not to lose quorum.
Vice President Chavez went on to announce that, due to recent events, the Student Government Consortium
regarding CSSA was postponed. The University may participate in discussions with CSSA pertaining to the state
of affairs, but the Consortium will still take place if discussions are not effective.
The Chair indicated that he had assigned Senators at Large individuals to their communities. Senator Ahumada
will be representing the Greek community, Senator Denila will be representing student organizations, Senator
Kuang will be representing International Education, Senator Farooqui will be representing Residential students,
and Senator Yutrzenka will be representing Athletes. The assignment of educational equity was postponed. The
Vice President reminded all Senators at Large members that even though they are assigned to specific
communities, they are still required to listen to all constituents.
The Chair stated that the Senate will begin working on legislative positions at the next meeting. As a non-profit
organization, ASI cannot support legislation of a partisan nature, and cannot support candidates in the upcoming
election. ASI has the unique ability to expand the fight for students’ rights.
Vice President Chavez requested Senators forward all agenda items a week prior to Senate meetings so as to
allow the staff of the Government Office enough time to prepare the required material.
The Chair yielded the floor to Deaka McClain, Cabinet Secretary for Disabilities Affairs, who informed Senators
that October 21 and 22 will be Disability Awareness Day, in which students can volunteer to be disabled for a day
in order to better understand how disabled students experience life. Each student will be randomly assigned a
disability, and from 9:00 am-1:00 pm that student will go to class and act as though they are affected by that
disability. Afterwards there will be a reception with food, discussions, and a film.
The Chair yielded the floor to Dr. Caveness, who stated that though it is the duty of the President to direct the
University, it is everyone’s responsibility to identify choke points that inhibit student success. Dr. Caveness
encouraged Senators to use their ability as leaders to identify problems and direct the University to those issues.
Additionally, Senators should also seek to identify what activities and behaviors promote student success.
6. ADDITIONS/CORRECTIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Without objection, the Chair amended BOD-2009-15 to stipulate the election of Yeh Huhyn as Academic Senator,
in light of Scott Vicario’s incompatible schedule.
Without objection, the Chair amended PA-2009-29 to include two more confirmations: PA-2009-30:
Confirmation of Sarah Elsheikh as Associate Justice, and PA 2009-31: Confirmation of Kristen McElderry as
Beach Team Assistant.
(M) Cordova (S) Bustamante to approve the agenda.
Motion carries unanimously.
7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE LAST MEETING
(M) Yutrzenka (S) Atkins to approve the minutes from Senate meeting #3 dated August 13, 2008.
There were no corrections made to the minutes from the last meeting.
Motion carries unanimously.
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8. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of Minutes from Subsidiary Boards
1) Board of Control Minutes, Meeting #03 dated August 19, 2008.
B. Receipt of Minutes, Reports, and Communications
1) Vice President’s Report
2) President’s Report
3) Administrator’s Report
Senator Denila delivered a report on the BOC meeting.
Mr. Haller reminded Senators that when they approve the BOC minutes, they are approving actions of the BOC.
(M) Yutrzenka (S) Atkins to approve the consent calendar.
Motion carries unanimously.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Legislative Business:
A. S. Res #2009-03: Amendment to Contract Between the Board of Administration California Public
Employees’ Retirement System and the Board of Directors Associated Students, California State University,
Long Beach (3rd Reading – Action Item)
Mr. Haller indicated that he had not been contacted with any further questions.
(M) Cordova (S) Bustamante to approve S. Res #2009-03: Amendment to Contract Between the Board of
Admnistration California Public Employees’ Retirement System and the Board of Directors Associated
Students, California State University, Long Beach as a Third Reading.
Motion carries.
B. S. Res #2009-04: Creation of Exploratory Committee for Re-creation of the Football Team (2nd Reading)
(M) Dang (S) Bustamante to approve S. Res #2009-04: Creation of Exploratory Committee for Re-creation of
the Football Team as a Second Reading.
Dr. Caveness inquired if Senator Yutrzenka was interested in proposing a time frame in order to lend the
resolution more structure. Senator Yutrzenka replied that he would consider the matter before the third
reading.
Motion carries unanimously.
C. BA #2008-18: Amendment to the Senate (1st/2nd Reading)
Vice President Chavez introduced the amendment, stating that it was originated in the previous year and
postponed until this date. He went on to explain that the amendment prohibits student employees from being
Senators. However, the previous senate delayed deliberation on the matter because of concerns over how it
would impact current students. He yielded the floor to Mr. Haller.
Mr. Haller reported that amendment had been delayed so as to allow for research. Dave Edwards contacted
members of AOA-Association of Auxiliaries, and received responses from eighteen other campuses. Of those
eighteen, only two indicated that they allow student employees to serve on the Board of Directors. Also, only
two campuses responded that they allow student employees to sit on subsidiary boards.
Vice President Chavez indicated that the prohibition, if passed, would not become effective immediately.
(M) Bryan (S) Bustamante to approve BA #2008-18: Amendment as first and second reading.
(M) Denila (S) Cordova to amend the motion for approval as a first reading only.
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Senator Denila spoke to her motion, stating that since many of the new Senators were not familiar with the
legislation, the Board should allow time for them to become acquainted with the amendment and its
ramifications.
Vote on motion to amend as a first reading only. Motion carries.
Vote on motion to approve as a first reading. Motion Carries.
D. BA #2008-19: Amendment to Subsidiary Board - USUBOT (1st/2nd Reading)
Vice President Chavez indicated that the resolution was similar to the one just passed, with the exception that
it applies to the USUBOT.
Without objection, the Chair amended the resolution for approval as a first reading only.
(M) Cordova (S) Chhun to approve BA #2008-19: Amendment to Subsidiary Board – USUBOT as a First
Reading.
Motion carries.
E. BA #2008-20: Amendment to Subsidiary Board – Judiciary (1st/2nd Reading)
Without objection, the Chair amended the resolution for approval as a first reading only.
Mr. Haller, as a point of order, stated that the Judiciary is not a subsidiary board, as indicated by title of the
resolution.
Without objection, the Chair changed the title to “BA #2008-19: Amendment to Judiciary.”
(M) Cordova (S) Ahumada to approve BA #2008-20: Amendment to Subsidiary Board – Judiciary as a First
Reading.
Motion carries.
Non-Legislative Business:
A. BOD-2009-15: Appointment of Yen Huyn as Academic Senator (Will be considered with BOD-2009-18)
This item was incorporated into BOD-2009-18: The Omnibus Senate Appointment Bill No. 1.
Executive Business
A. PA #2008-42: Appointment of Scott Molina as Chief Justice (Will be considered with PA #2009-29)
This item was incorporated into PA-2009-29: The Omnibus Presidential Appointment Bill No. 2.
10. NEW BUSINESS
Legislative Business
A. BA #2009-01: The Secretary of Internal Affairs Simplification Act (1st Reading)
The Chair explained that the amendment would eliminate the requirement that the Secretary attend USUBOT
meetings.
(M) Chavez (S) Yutrzenka to approve BA #2009-01: The Secretary of Internal Affairs Simplification Act as a
First Reading.
Motion carries unanimously.
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B. BA #2009-02: The Bylaw Amendment Act of 2009 (1st Reading)
Vice President Chavez indicated that the amendment focused on the procedure of passing bylaw amendments.
Currently, the bylaws state that amendments must be passed one week after they are introduced. Vice
President Chavez argued that amending this requirement would make the process more democratic.
(M) Chavez (S) Cordova to approve BA #2009-02: The Bylaw Amendment Act of 2009 as a First Reading.
Senator Bryan inquired whether the Senate should conform to the bylaw while it is being amended.
Mr. Haller answered in the affirmative.
Without objection, Vice President Chavez amended the legislation for approval as a first and second reading.
Senator Denila indicated that the bylaws only state that voting shall take place one week after a resolution is
introduced, not necessarily approval. Mr. Haller indicated that even though that may be the case, the wording
should still be changed in order to clarify the process.
Senator Cordova called the motion into question.
Motion carries unanimously.
Non-Legislative Business
A. BOD #2009-18: The Omnibus Senate Appointment Bill No. 1
Vice President Chavez explained that Scott Vicario was unable to fill the position of Academic Senator due to
a scheduling conflict. He indicated that Ms. Yen Huynh had also submitted an application for the position.
Ms. Huynh briefly described her experience, qualifications, and her plans for the position.
The Chair requested that candidates for the International Education Committee be considered next week as a
separate elected item.
Senator Denila inquired as to whether the Committee would be meeting this Friday. Vice President Chavez
indicated that he was unaware of the Committee’s plans.
Without objection, the Chair postponed interviews with candidates for the International Education
Committee.
Mr. Haller indicated that Treasurer Brian Troutner was automatically a member of the University Resources
Council, thus appointment was not necessary.
Without objection, the Chair struck the item from consideration.
The Chair clarified that the Senate was approving Yen Huynh as Academic Senator, and Samantha Goldasich
and Kassa Endal as representatives to the Curriculum and Education Policies Council.
(M) Atkins (S) Cordova to approve BOD #2009-18: The Omnibus Senate Appointment Bill No. 1.
Senator Cordova called the motion into question.
Motion carries unanimously.
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Executive Business
A. PA-2009-29: The Omnibus Presidential Appointment Bill No. 2
Scott Molina described his background in Judiciary, and related his plans for the position of Chief Justice. He
indicated that he would like to focus on getting the word out about programs featured by the Judiciary.
AS President Erin Swetland spoke briefly on behalf of the other candidates who could not attend the meeting.
(M) Akins (S) Dang to approve PA-2009-29: The Omnibus Presidential Appointment Bill No. 2.
Motion carries unanimously.
11. REPORTS
A. Presentation by ASI Communication, Aaron Elimelech
This item was postponed.
B. Presentation on the Center for Community Engagement, Dr. Juan Benitez
Dr. Benitez appeared before the Senate to describe the function of the Center for Community Engagement, to
invite Senators to participate on the new Advisory Board, and to explore how the Center can support and
enhance the activities of ASI. Mr. Benitez described three strategies employed by the Center: community
service learning, community based participatory research, and community engagement initiatives. He
indicated that the Board would like to dedicate two voting seats to students. He also encouraged Senators to
utilize the Center.
Senator Tran inquired as to duties entailed as a member of the Advisory Board. Dr. Benitez explained that
the Board will meet no more than three times per semester. The Advisory Board is a decision-making board
that will guide the center on how to implement goals and strategies and inform the campus on how to engage.
Senator Dang inquired whether there were times and dates set for the meetings. Dr. Benitez replied in the
negative, stating that the Board would like to receive input from students before scheduling meetings.
Senator Yutrzenka inquired whether the Board will be open to only two students. Dr. Benitez stated that the
number of students allows on the Board was a topic open for discussion. He expressed a desire to see more
students involved, but also recognized that there are some limitations as to how many people can sit on the
Board.
Senator Farooqui requested that Dr. Benitez define engagement. Dr. Benitez stated that Carnegie defines
engagement as the ability to leverage resources from both the community and the University in a way that is
beneficial to both. He went on to explain that in his opinion, engagement constitutes participation in those
activities/programs/partnerships that are sustainable, participation in multi-state holder processes, and
participation in activities that are transformational.
Dr. Caveness inquired what percentage of majors presently has service learning courses available.
Dr. Benitez indicated that 2,000 students per semester are engaged in service learning activities with 30
community partners in over 154 courses constituting over 40,000 hours per year. There are 99 faculty
members across the campus teaching service learning across 22 departments. This represents 6% of the total
number of courses taught on campus.
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C. Presentation on T3 – Timeout for Teambuilding and Training, Carol Mernard-Fullthorp, Student Life and
Development Advisor
Ms. Mernard-Fullthorp appeared to remind Senators of the opportunity presented by T3 and distributed a
timeline and described panels and activities. She also indicated that Senators involved in Leadership
Academy would receive certifications for attending.
Senator Atkins shared her experiences with T3, stating that the panels were interesting.
Senator Tran inquired whether there would be only another opportunity to attend T3 during the semester.
Ms. Mernard-Fullthorp indicated that T3 only happens once, but the leadership workshops and orientations
are sponsored throughout the year.
Senator Bryan inquired whether spaces were limited. Ms. Mernard-Fullthorp replied that a few might close
out, so spaces are first come first serve.
D. Erin Swetland, President of Associated Students, Incorporated, 5:00 PM
President Swetland addressed the need for students to be informed about voting. She distributed several
fliers, and encouraged Senators to inform friends and fellow students. She reviewed some basic deadlines
regarding voting. Swetland moved on to discuss the new textbook renal program which will start small,
featuring 25-30 GE textbooks that will be stored in the library. She indicated that the Senate would be
receiving a presentation on the new program at the next meeting, along with a resolution regarding the matter.
Thanks to the success of the College Affordability Act, publishers will be required to provide more
information about textbooks, including the changes made in new additions.
President Swetland reminded Senators of the ASI Meet and Greet the following Monday, and discussed the
49er Fever program.
Enrollment Services will soon be updating the Degree Progress Report in order to improve and make it more
user-friendlier. Additionally, the Beachfront will soon be emailed to all students. The email itself will not
contain the news, but a link to BeachBoard where students can access information about the activities of ASI.
Senator Denila inquired whether the AS Student Success Committee would be reformed this year.
President Swetland replied in the affirmative.
E. Presentation on Conflict of Interest by Executive Director Richard Haller
This item was postponed.
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Senator Yutzrenka asked if the Center for Community Engagement could open up the student seats to the campus
at large. He inquired how many Senators are interested in participating in the Board. Three Senators raised their
hands.
Ms Hinckson stated that the Chief Of Staff has already contacted the Center for specifics regarding the student
seat.
Mr. Haller reminded the Board that all questions must be directed to the Chair and not to speakers.
Senator Dang asked how many beach cruisers between the University and the marina parking were in operation
and Mr. Chavez stated approximately 2-3 each day.
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13. ADJOURNMENT
Without objection, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 5:20 pm.
RECORDED BY:
______________________________________ _______________
Danielle Gilstrap, Recording Secretary Date
APPROVED BY:
______________________________________ _______________
Christopher Chavez, ASI Vice-President Date
VETO OR WAIVE VETOES BY:
____ Waive Veto
____ Veto
Items: ___________________________
___________________________
______________________________________ _______________
Erin Swetland, ASI President Date
______________________________________ _______________
Dr. Michael Hostetler, Associate Vice President for Student Services/Dean of Students Date
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