The George Mason University Faculty Senate met Wednesday to hear reports from several senate committees, approving several additions and amendments. The senate convened at 3 p.m. in Robinson Hall, room B113. The meeting was open to all members of the Mason community. The assembly began with unanimous approval of the minutes for the last Faculty Senate meeting on Oct. 6. This measure approved a change to the faculty senate bylaws, committing the senate to hold four meetings throughout each semester, allowing scheduling to be done at the senate’s discretion. Previously, the senate was expected to conduct meetings at least once a month throughout the semester. After the approval of minutes, director of the Krasnow Institute, Jim Olds, presented on the institute’s plans of academic growth and research initiatives. “The Krasnow Institute functions not only as an academic unit but also a place of advanced study,” said Olds. “We are in the process of putting applications forth for two future programs: an MAIS track of Computational Social Science and an MA in Neuroscience.” Next to speak was Janette Muir, associate professor of New Century College, who presented on behalf of the Academic Policies Committee. An addition was proposed to the Catalog […]
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