1.6.6 School Councils

• 1.6.6.1 Constitution and Bylaws of the Faculty of the School of Business
• 1.6.6.2 Constitution and Bylaws of the Faculty of the Roy H. Park School of Communications
• 1.6.6.3 Constitution and Bylaws of the Faculty of the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance
• 1.6.6.4 The Constitution and Bylaws of the School of Humanities and Science
• 1.6.6.5 Ithaca College School of Music, Theatre, and Dance Bylaws

1.6.6.1.1 CONSTITUTION OF THE FACULTY OF THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Article I:             

Name

This body shall be known as the Faculty of the School of Business, hereinafter referred to as the “Faculty.”

Article II:            

Mission

Deliver an innovative and inclusive student-centered business education, steeped in the liberal arts and experiential learning, to develop graduates who make a positive impact on business and society.

 Building toward our vision and contributing to our mission are:

Students who are problem solvers, lifetime leaders, team workers, engaged with peers, faculty and alumni,

Alumni who are loyal and passionate - committed to fostering distinction to the School,

Faculty who are current in their areas of expertise; engaged in innovative activities; focused on teaching; involved in co-curricular activities with students and alumni,

Staff who are committed to and engaged in supporting students and faculty.

Other stakeholders including parents, employers and members of the Ithaca College community.

Facilities that are cutting edge and conducive to instruction in our areas of focus, leveraging our LEED platinum certified building and modern trading room.

Objectives

• To attract and retain a talented, diverse group of baccalaureate business and accounting majors.
• To attract and retain academically and professionally qualified faculty members who are, first and foremost, excellent educators.
  • The School provides faculty development opportunities and instructional resources that enable faculty members to stay at the leading edge of knowledge in their disciplines.
  • The faculty engages in intellectual pursuits and developmental activities in their disciplines to bring current theories and empirical knowledge into the classroom and to further knowledge in their respective fields.
• To prepare students to succeed in a complex, changing world and to provide a foundation for subsequent life-long learning by offering an extensive program of study:
  • in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences;
  • in a professional business core curriculum that is based on theory, empirical research, and practice; and
  • in one or more functional business concentrations.
• To provide the opportunity for undergraduate majors to complete their graduate education prior to launching their careers;
• To develop the skills and values that enable students to translate knowledge acquired in the classroom into competent managerial behavior, the School provides numerous venues in which students can practice what they have studied in class and grow professionally in the process.
  • Students are helped and encouraged to complete internships in a variety of profit making and non-profit organizations.
  • The School actively supports a number of highly successful student professional organizations. The habits of thought and action that constitute character are learned by participating in organizations whose members exemplify them in their everyday behaviors. Because of this, the School encourages students to take active roles in these organizations, where they can experience leadership and service to others and come to view both as essential elements of a productive life.
  • Students are provided opportunities to interact with distinguished alumni and regional business leaders, who share their experiences, host interns, and provide employment opportunities.

Article III:           

Bylaws

The faculty shall have the authority to make bylaws in such matters as membership, meeting procedures, voting, elections, committees and other organizational matters and needs of the faculty. Such bylaws may not be in conflict with the Charter or Bylaws of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees or any other governing group recognized by the Board of Trustees.

Article IV:           

Amendments to the Constitution

This constitution can be amended at any regular meeting of the faculty by a two-thirds vote of those present, provided the amendment has been submitted in writing at the previous regular meeting and provided that it does not conflict with the Ithaca College governance structure as found in Volume I, Section 1.6 of the Policy Manual of Ithaca College.

1.6.6.1.2 BYLAWS OF THE FACULTY OF THE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Article I:             

Membership

The School of Business adheres to the current description of faculty categories as defined by the AACSB. School of Business faculty are categorized as either participating or supporting faculty, regardless of their contractual relationship (e.g. full-time/part-time, tenured/non-tenured, permanent/temporary, academic/clinical).                        

              AACSB Definitions:

“A participating faculty member actively and deeply engages in the activities of the school in matters beyond direct teaching responsibilities. Such matters might include policy decisions, advising, research, and service commitments. The faculty member may participate in the governance of the school and be eligible to serve as a member on appropriate committees responsible for academic policymaking and/or other decisions. The individual may participate in a variety of non-class activities, such as directing an extracurricular activity, providing academic and career advising, and representing the school on institutional committees. Normally, the school considers participating faculty members to be long-term members of the faculty, regardless of whether or not their appointments are of a full-time or part-time nature, whether or not their position with the school is considered the faculty member’s principal employment, and whether or not the school has tenure policies. The individual may be eligible for, and participate in, faculty development activities and have non-teaching assignments, such as advising, as appropriate to the faculty role the school has defined, taking into consideration the depth and breadth of the non-teaching assignment.” (Eligibility Procedures and Accreditation Standards for Business Accreditation, AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, July 1, 2018).

“A supporting faculty member does not, as a rule, participate in the intellectual or operational life of the school beyond the direct performance of teaching responsibilities. Usually, a supporting faculty member does not have deliberative or involvement rights on faculty issues, membership on faculty committees, or assigned responsibilities beyond direct teaching functions (e.g., classroom and office hours). Normally, a supporting faculty member’s appointment is on an ad hoc basis—for one term or one academic year without the expectation of continuation—and is exclusively for teaching responsibilities.” (Eligibility Procedures and Accreditation Standards for Business Accreditation, AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, July 1, 2018).

Faculty designation of participating or supporting status is made by the department chair in concert with the Dean.

The participating faculty, as defined above, shall constitute the Eligible Voting Base (EVB) for all faculty meetings in the School of Business. Faculty on sabbatical, non-administrative leave, or phased retirement shall maintain their designation of participating while on leave. The Dean, Associate Dean, and the Assistant Dean shall not be considered for membership, even if they hold tenure.

Article II:            

Meetings

1. All meetings will follow standard procedure as defined in Robert’s Rules of Order Newly  Revised.     Meetings will be scheduled at least monthly. The specific dates and times will be distributed to the faculty during the first week of each semester.

2. Agenda items are set by the Dean following a call to all faculty for agenda items. If there are more agenda items than can be scheduled, the dean is responsible for prioritization. The Dean conducts the faculty meetings. The customary order of business is:

1. Approval of the minutes of the previous meeting;
2. Reports of the Standing Committees;
3. Reports of the Select Committees;
4. Unfinished Business;
5. New Business.

If necessary, this order can be modified at the discretion of the Dean and/or by a vote of the faculty.

3. Procedures for allowing discussion from non-committee members shall follow standard practices as outlined in Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised.
4. Deans and other administrators do not have voting privileges during faculty meetings.
5. The agenda, as well as the minutes for each faculty meeting will be distributed to all members of the School of Business faculty and administration electronically.
6. Quorum—A quorum is defined to be fifty percent of the Modified Eligible Voting Base (EVB) plus one. For the purpose of determining a quorum in any given year, the Modified EVB is defined as the total number of participating faculty members minus any faculty members who are: 1) on leave, 2) on sabbatical leave, or 3) tenure denied, in their final year of employment. No official business can be conducted in the absence of a quorum.
7. Votes Needed to Pass Motions - Provided that a quorum exists, the majority vote of those present and eligible to vote is required to pass a motion.
8. Proxy Votes – Proxy votes are not permitted on any motions or elections.
9. Balloting – Balloting is permitted on motions or elections.

Article III:

Structure

The participating faculty of the School of Business will act as a Committee of the Whole for the purpose of establishing policies and in other matters that affect the School in its entirety. The School’s academic departments act as decision-making units in matters relating solely to departmental affairs.

Article IV:           

Committees

The Committee of the Whole will establish by majority vote standing and ad hoc committees as it may decide.

All committees will keep a record of their activities and report to the full faculty as appropriate. Each committee chair is required to submit an annual report by May 31 to the Dean. This report should summarize the activities of the committee, relate their actions to the strategic plan, and address any specific charges to the committee and their status.

The Business Dean’s Council (BDC) will meet and review these reports with the purpose of determining progress made toward the school’s strategic goals. Using these reports as the basis, they will set priorities for the upcoming academic year and propose charges for the individual committees by August 1.

A. The Curriculum Planning & Assessment Committee (CPAC) is a standing committee of the faculty.

Committee Membership

The Curriculum Planning & Assessment Committee consists of three elected faculty representatives from different departments, the Associate Dean, and a member of the administrative staff.  Members are elected to two-year terms, which normally begin at the start of the fall semester. Election to the committee is by majority vote of the Business School faculty in an election held no later than the last faculty meeting of each academic year. The Associate Dean and the administrative staff person are ex officio, non-voting members of the committee. One faculty member shall be elected as the chair of the committee.

Committee Responsibilities

• Develop student learning outcomes for the undergraduate and graduate programs, including curricular content and learning objectives of concentrations, minors, and courses.

• Develop and monitor an assessment plan to operationalize the student learning outcomes. This includes devising competency tables/curricular maps for each program and concentration and modifying the student learning outcomes and assessment plan as necessitated by changes in the college or school mission, accreditation standards, or other environmental factors.
• Institute the assessment plan by conducting a scheduled mission-driven evaluation of the outcomes data from the various assessment mechanisms and make recommendations as appropriate, to the Business Dean’s Council.
• Review proposals for new or revised (or proposals to eliminate) courses, minors, concentrations, and programs, and make recommendations to the faculty. The rationale for the modifications may be the result of assessment data, changes in the discipline, benchmarking of other programs, or other environmental factors.

Evaluate the academic policies and procedures pertaining to the undergraduate and graduate programs, concentrations, minors and courses as needed. Make recommendations, as appropriate, to the faculty.

       B. The Promotion to Full Professor Committee is a standing committee of the faculty.

Committee Membership.

The Promotion to Full Professor Committee consists of the following: One eligible [1] full professor elected by each academic department[2].  If no associate professors are already designated by a department, one eligible associate professor of the School of Business will be elected by the full faculty2 to serve as an at-large member of the committee. In addition, one full professor from outside the School of Business will be selected by the committee from a pool of three full professors recommended by the candidate.

In the academic year in which a candidate submits their dossier for promotion to full professor, the Dean convenes the eligible full professors and tenured associate professors and formally charges them with the responsibility to appoint the Promotion Committee. Such election will be held no later than the last faculty meeting of each year. The Dean then convenes the first meeting of the Promotion Committee and reviews with them the criteria and procedures to be used in evaluating candidates. The Promotion Committee chooses its chairperson at its first meeting.

Committee Responsibilities

Review the candidate’s dossier, using appropriate criteria and procedures and submit a recommendation to the Dean. The committee’s recommendation is signed by each of the committee members. Candidates have the right to appear before the committee to discuss their candidacy before a final vote is taken.

       C. The Tenure and Promotion Committee is a standing committee of the faculty.

Committee Membership

The Tenure and Promotion Committee consists of five tenured faculty members* who represent each department. Committee members are elected by tenured faculty members who are eligible to serve. Members are elected to one-year appointments in an election held no later than the last faculty meeting of each academic year.

• The following faculty may not serve on the Tenure and Promotion Committee: department chairperson of the candidate being reviewed and faculty serving on the College Tenure and Promotion Committee.
• If no tenured faculty member from the department is eligible to serve, the Dean in consultation with the department chair will appoint a tenured faculty member from another department.

Committee Responsibilities

• Conduct the second-year, fourth-year, and midpoint reviews of tenure-eligible faculty members;
• Review the dossiers of candidates for promotion to academic ranks up to and including associate professor with tenure.

       D. The Faculty Governance Committee is a standing committee of the faculty.

Committee Membership

The Faculty Governance Committee consists of three elected faculty members from different departments.  At least two should be tenured .  Members are elected to two-year terms, which normally begin at the start of the fall semester. Election to the committee is by majority vote of the Business School faculty in an election held no later than the last faculty meeting of each academic year. One faculty member shall be elected as the chair of the committee.

Committee Responsibilities

• Review all proposed changes to the Faculty Governance Manual for recommendation to the faculty.
• Work in conjunction with the Committee Chair and the Dean’s Office to review, update and maintain the Faculty Governance Manual, including, but not limited to:
  • Determining when approved changes go into effect.
  • Updating, maintaining and distributing hard and/or electronic copies of the School’s governance manual.

E. The Sustainability Committee is a standing committee of the faculty.

       Committee Membership

The Sustainability Committee consists of a minimum of three faculty members reflecting a breadth of the disciplines. Members are elected to one-year terms, which normally begin at the start of the fall semester. Election to the committee is by majority vote of the Business School faculty in an election held no later than the last faculty meeting of each academic year.  One faculty member shall be elected as the chair of the committee.

       Committee Responsibilities

• Facilitate, motivate and publicize the Business School’s sustainability initiatives.
• Provide to the School’s undergraduate and graduate Curriculum Planning & Assessment Committees recommendations and strategies for incorporating sustainability into both the undergraduate and graduate curricula.

F. The Business Dean’s Council (BDC) is a standing administrative committee of the School of Business.

       Committee Membership

The Business Dean’s Council consists of all deans and all current department chairpersons. The Assistant to the Dean and other administrative staff may also attend these meetings as ex-officio non-voting members.

       Committee Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between departments and the deans.
• Review and suggest corrective action plans addressing issues and concerns raised by different stakeholders including but not limited to accrediting bodies (AACSB, Middle States, etc.), students, faculty, and School of Business Advisory Council.
• Periodically review the School of Business strategic plan, mission, vision, values and objectives while advising the Dean in setting strategic priorities that enable the School of Business to achieve stated objectives.
• Coordinate the accreditation process and promote the continuous quality improvement of the School of Business through the three vital areas emphasized by AACSB: innovation, impact, and engagement.
• Review and discuss the budgetary and financial standing of School of Business.

[1] Eligibility to either serve on the Promotion to Full Professor Committee or to vote on the members comprising that committee is determined by a faculty member’s having met the standard performance expectations of the School of Business over a rolling five-year period.

[2] If a department has no full professors or the department’s full professors are not available to serve (e.g., due to sabbaticals, leaves of absence, etc.), the Dean in consultation with the department chair will appoint a tenured associate professor who is available to serve at that time.

Last Updated: April 25, 2023

1.6.6.2.1 Constitution of the Faculty of the Roy H. Park School of Communications

Article I.         Name

This body shall be known as the faculty of the Roy H. Park School of Communications, hereinafter, referred to as the faculty.

Article II.        Mission

The mission of the Roy H. Park School of Communications is to continue to build on its tradition of blending and balancing liberal arts and professional, theoretical and practical studies. Faculty explore, create, and practice communication in its many forms, educating agile, adaptable thinkers, ethical professionals, and lifelong learners.

Article III.       Bylaws

The faculty shall have the authority to make bylaws on such matters as membership, meeting procedures, voting, elections, committees, and other organizational matters and needs of the faculty. Such bylaws may not be in conflict with the charter or bylaws of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees or any other governing group recognized by the Board of Trustees.

In addition to the all-school bylaws, there exist separate bylaws for the departments of Media Arts, Sciences, and Studies; Journalism; Strategic Communication; and the interdepartmental program in Sports Media. These bylaws incorporate policy and process. Department bylaws additionally address policies and procedures regarding personnel, including recommendations concerning tenure and promotion, annual reviews, and faculty recruitment.

Article IV.      Amendments to the Constitution

This constitution may be amended provided that the amendment has been submitted in writing at a scheduled faculty meeting and discussed at a second scheduled meeting. After the conclusion of the submission and discussion period the amendment must be voted upon by secret or secure ballot.

The ballot may be a paper ballot or a secure electronic ballot. For an amendment to pass, at least one half of all eligible faculty must vote, and at least two thirds of those voting must approve. All amendments must not conflict with the college governance structure as found in Section 1.6 of the Ithaca College Policy Manual.

1.6.6.2.2 Bylaws of the Faculty of the Roy H. Park School of Communications

Article I.         Membership

The faculty of the Roy H. Park School of Communications will include all those whose primary appointment is to teach. Faculty appointments are consistent with the College Faculty Handbook and include continuous (tenured), tenure eligible notice (tenure-track), non-tenure eligible notice (renewable contract), term (full-time temporary), and part time per course (temporary). In addition, the School of Communications faculty includes Pendleton Endowed Chairs, who are on non-tenure eligible notice appointment. Duties and responsibilities of faculty vary by type of appointment. Temporary full-time or part-time faculty are not eligible to vote on issues before the Committee of the Whole or its standing/ad hoc committees.

Article II.         Meetings.

Normally, the faculty of the School of Communications (as the Committee of the Whole) will meet three times during each semester of the academic year during the Thursday noon hour. In addition, longer meetings may be held during the week before and/or after classes each semester as needed. Meeting will be called, scheduled, and conducted by members of the Faculty Steering Committee, which will also coordinate the agenda that will be published at least three working days in advance of a meeting.

Article III         Committees

The Committee of the Whole of the School of Communications may establish standing and ad hoc committees. Standing committees must have their own bylaws, which may not conflict with either school or college bylaws and must describe duties, membership, and voting requirements. These bylaws shall be posted and available on the “School of Communications” website and course management system.

Standing committees include:

A.    Curriculum Committee

This committee is charged with reviewing and making recommendations regarding all proposed changes in the undergraduate and graduate curriculum.

B.     Faculty Steering Committee

This committee, comprised of one elected representative from each department, is responsible for ensuring that the Committee of the Whole addresses all issues of faculty concern across the school. In order to accomplish this goal, the committee will consult with the faculty, staff, administrative council, chairs of other standing committees, the dean, and the associate deans; will solicit agenda items; will set the agenda; and will conduct meetings of the Committee of the Whole. This committee also will seek nominations and will hold elections for all school and college committee representation in accordance with the appropriate committee bylaws.

Article IV.      Amendment Procedures

These bylaws may be amended provided that the amendment has been submitted in writing at a scheduled faculty meeting and discussed at a second scheduled meeting. After the conclusion of the submission and discussion period the amendment must be voted upon by secret or secure ballot.

The ballot may be a paper ballot or a secure electronic ballot. For an amendment to pass, at least one half of all eligible faculty must vote, and at least two thirds of those voting must approve.

All amendments must not conflict with the college governance structure as found in Section 1.6 of the Ithaca College Policy Manual

Last Updated: May 15, 2017

1.6.6.3 Constitution and Bylaws of the Faculty of the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance

effective June 2000

1.6.6.3.1 MISSION STATEMENT

The foremost commitment of the school is to prepare individuals for successful participation in contemporary society and to develop professional competencies. This preparation is accomplished through comprehensive curricula, scholarly achievements of the faculty and students, educational technology, opportunities for interdisciplinary, hands-on experiences, and the provision of a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences.

1.6.6.3.2 VALUES

Integrity and ethical behaviors are guiding principles of all members of this educational community. Teaching, scholarship, service, and administration shall adhere to, and be guided by integrity, justice, and truth. Faculty and staff are committed to open and fair communication and to the development of a culture of respect for individuals and their ideas. Diversity is supported as an essential component in all activities of this school.

1.6.6.3.3 COMMITTEES OF THE SCHOOL

1.6.6.3.3.1 Curriculum Committee

1.6.6.3.3.1.1 Membership Composition and Requirements

This committee shall consist of one

(1) faculty member from each academic department in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HS&HP). The quorum for this committee is four members.

An assistant/associate dean from the School of HS&HP will participate in an ex officio capacity and be invited to all meetings.

1.6.6.3.3.1.2 Terms of Office

Each member of the committee shall serve a two (2) year term. Terms shall be staggered to ensure continuity. Members shall be nominated and elected by their respective departments in the School of HS&HP.

The chair of the committee shall serve a one (1) year term as chair. The chair is elected from the members of the committee by the members of the committee no later than the first meeting of each academic year. The assistant/associate dean will convene the first meeting.

1.6.6.3.3.1.3 Committee Duties

The committee shall review all curricular proposals from the departments of the School of HS&HP. This review should determine that proposals meet the standards set by the Academic Policies Committee (APC) and fit into the missions of the School of HS&HP and the College. The committee shall promote curriculum development in and between the departments of the School of HS&HP.

1.6.6.3.3.1.4 Procedures

1.6.6.3.3.1.4.1 Curriculum Revisions

Proposals (eight copies) are submitted by departments to the chair of the HS&HP Curriculum Committee. The chair distributes copies to all committee members and the assistant/associate dean and sets meeting times to act upon the proposals.

Each proposal is reviewed by the committee, and if approved, the chair prepares a ballot for consideration by all the faculty in the school. The faculty will be given five (5) working days to review and vote on each proposal. During this time any concerns should be discussed with the faculty member's departmental representative to the curriculum committee. The proposals and ballot boxes will be available in the dean's office in both Hill Center and Smiddy Hall. Results if the ballots are reported to the dean of the School of HS&HP for approval.

The department chair of the appropriate department will be notified of the results. If a proposal is not approved, the response will contain suggestions and comments regarding the action.

1.6.6.3.3.1.4.2 Curriculum Development

The committee is also charged with ensuring that the School of HS&HP is keeping current with national and employer expectations of academic programs. Committee members will seek input from faculty on curriculum issues from the appropriate department and make recommendations to specific departments and to the dean as appropriate.

1.6.6.3.3.1.4.3 To Whom the Committee Reports

The committee reports to the faculty of the School of HS&HP. Pending approval by the faculty, it makes recommendations to the dean of the School of HS&HP.

1.6.6.3.3.2 Graduate Committee

1.6.6.3.3.2.1 Membership Composition and Requirements

The committee is comprised of the graduate chair for each graduate program in the School of HS&HP. A quorum consists of a majority of the members of the committee. The chair of the graduate committee is elected by the members of the committee. The chair shall serve a one (1) year term as chair and shall convene the committee as necessary.

1.6.6.3.3.2.2 Committee Duties

The committee reviews and recommends graduate program curricular changes before they are sent to the All-College Graduate Committee for approval. The committee also serves to evaluate proposals for new graduate programs or the discontinuance of graduate programs in the school.

1.6.6.3.3.2.3 Procedures

Four (4) copies of proposals are submitted to the chair of the Graduate Committee. The chair distributes copies to all committee members and sets meeting times for them to act upon the proposals. Each proposal is reviewed by the committee, and if approved, is forwarded by the chair to the dean of HS&HP. Following approval by the dean, he/she returns the proposal to the chair of the initiating program for submission to the graduate dean. If the committee does not approve a proposal, the committee chair will notify the chair of the initiating program. The committee response will contain suggestions and comments regarding the decision of the committee.

1.6.6.3.3.2.4 To Whom the Committee Reports

The HS&HP Graduate Committee reports to the dean of the School of HS&HP and the dean of Graduate Studies.

1.6.6.3.3.3 Personnel Committee

1.6.6.3.3.3.1 Membership Composition and Requirements

The HS&HP Personnel Committee shall consist of a personnel committee as a whole as well as two separate subcommittees, a tenured faculty subcommittee and a continuing non-tenure eligible (CNTE) subcommittee. the composition of each of these groups is as follows:

1.6.6.3.3.3.1.1 Tenured Faculty Subcommittee

This subcommittee shall consist of one tenured member from each department within the school. If a department is unable to select a tenured member, the department chair may be considered to represent the department, or, a non-tenured member of that department may be considered as a representative. If a non-tenured representative is selected, that person may participate in the activities of the HS&HP Personnel Committee, but will not have voting rights regarding any personnel decisions. At no time shall the number of tenured members on the subcommittee be less than five. The quorum for this subcommittee shall consist of at least half of the eligible voting members.

1.6.6.3.3.3.1.2 Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee

This subcommittee shall consist of one CNTE faculty member from each department which has CNTE positions. The quorum for this subcommittee shall consist of at least half of the eligible voting members.

1.6.6.3.3.3.1.3 Personnel Committee as a Whole

This committee shall consist of all members of the Tenured Faculty Subcommittee and the Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee. The quorum for the Personnel Committee as a whole shall consist of at least half of the eligible voting members.

1.6.6.3.3.3.2 Terms of Office

1.6.6.3.3.3.2.1 Tenured Faculty Subcommittee

Tenured members of the HS&HP Tenured Faculty Subcommittee shall serve three (3) year terms.

1.6.6.3.3.3.2.2 Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee

CNTE members of the HS&HP CNTE Subcommittee shall serve three (3) year terms.

1.6.6.3.3.3.3 Election of Committee Members and Chairperson

Faculty willing to serve on the personnel committee shall be elected by majority vote of each department's faculty. A chairperson for each subcommittee shall be elected by the members of the subcommittee from among the members of the subcommittee. The chairperson of each subcommittee should have at least one (1) year of prior experience as a member of the subcommittee. For tenure and/or promotion matters, the chair of each subcommittee will independently call meetings. When other personnel matters require discussion, the chairs of the two subcommittees will serve as co-chairs of the Personnel Committee as a whole.

1.6.6.3.3.3.4 Committee Duties

The duties and responsibilities of the HS&HP personnel subcommittees and the committee as a whole include the following;

1.6.6.3.3.3.4.1 Tenured Faculty Subcommittee

Perform a review of the personnel file of tenure-eligible faculty members who apply for promotion, and/or tenure. The committee shall determine that all policies and procedures related to the application have been followed by the candidate's department and shall provide an assessment of the candidate's qualifications as contained within the individual's personnel file. The committee shall also make a recommendation to the dean of HS&HP regarding promotion and/or tenure based upon its review and a vote of the members of the committee. A copy of the committee's recommendation shall be forwarded to the candidate and the candidate's chair.

1.6.6.3.3.3.4.2 Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee

Perform a review of the personnel file of CNTE faculty members who apply for promotion. The committee shall determine that all policies and procedures related to the application have been followed by the candidate's department and shall provide an assessment of the candidate's qualifications as contained within the candidate's personnel file. The committee shall also make a recommendation to the dean of HS&HP regarding promotion based upon its review and a vote of the members of the committee. A copy of the committee's recommendation shall be forwarded to the candidate and to the candidate's chair.

1.6.6.3.3.3.4.3 Personnel Committee as a Whole

Both subcommittees will meet jointly at least once during the year to review all changes that are made in departmental personnel policies and procedures manuals. The Personnel Committee should announce to department chairs the date of this meeting and request submission of these changes at least 7 days prior to the meeting. In addition, the Personnel Committee as a whole will review a department's policies and procedures if so requested by the department or the dean of HS&HP. Upon completing its review, the committee shall provide a written recommendation regarding suggested revisions in the departmental policies and procedures to the department and the dean. In addition to review of Policies and Procedures, the Personnel Committee as a Whole will discuss other personnel issues in the school such as grievances, appeals, etc..

1.6.6.3.3.3.5 Procedures

1.6.6.3.3.3.5.1 Tenured Faculty Subcommittee

When a personnel file is being reviewed by this subcommittee, the faculty representative from that department may participate in any discussions, but will not be eligible to vote on the requested personnel action.

1.6.6.3.3.3.5.2 Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee

When a personnel file is being reviewed by this subcommittee, the faculty representative from that department may participate in any discussions, but will not be eligible to vote on the requested personnel action.

1.6.6.3.3.3.5.3 Personnel Committee as a Whole

All members of the Personnel Committee as a whole may participate in any discussions and will be eligible to vote for or against any personnel action brought to the Personnel Committee as a whole.

1.6.6.3.3.3.6 Policies for the Personnel Committee

The Tenure Faculty Subcommittee, the Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee and the committee as a whole must abide by the following policies;

1.6.6.3.3.3.6.1 Tenured Faculty Subcommittee

The appropriate subcommittee shall provide a fair and equitable assessment of the performance and accomplishments of a faculty member applying for promotion in rank and/or tenure.

1.6.6.3.3.3.6.2 Continuing Non-Tenure Eligible Faculty Subcommittee

The committee/subcommittee shall ensure that the assessment of an applicant's performance and accomplishments is consistent with established criteria for the appropriate rank as outlined in the candidate's departmental personnel policies and procedures and Volume VI of the Ithaca College Policy Manual.

1.6.6.3.3.3.6.3 Personnel Committee as a Whole

All discussions regarding personnel interviews shall remain strictly confidential. committee/subcommittee members shall not discuss the deliberations or recommendations of the personnel committee outside committee meetings.

1.6.6.3.3.3.7 To Whom the Committee Reports

The Personnel Committee reports to the dean of the School of HS&HP. If the personnel matter involves promotion and/or tenure decision, the committee also reports to the faculty member for whom the application is being reviewed, and to that faculty member's department chair.

1.6.6.3.3.4 Steering Committee

1.6.6.3.3.4.1 Membership Composition

The membership of the Steering Committee shall consist of:
1. Department chairs (standing)
2. Faculty (one selected from each department) (2 year term)
3. Assistant/associate deans (standing)
4. Dean (standing)

1.6.6.3.3.4.2 Selection Procedures

The department chairs, assistant/associate deans, and dean have, by virtue of their positions, standing membership on the committee. One faculty member from each department (in addition to each chair) will be selected by her/his department in a manner determined by that department. The term of service for faculty representatives on the Steering Committee shall be two (2) years. New faculty representatives must be selected at the end of the Spring Semester and will attend the last Steering Committee meeting in May.

1.6.6.3.3.4.3 Co-Chairs

One member of the faculty and one assistant/associate dean will serve as co-chairs of the Steering Committee. The assistant/associate dean co-chair will conduct all Steering Committee meetings and the faculty co-chair will conduct all-school HS&HP Faculty meetings. The co-chairs, along with the dean, will convene on a regular basis in order to prepare agendas for upcoming meetings.

The assistant/associate dean who will serve as co-chair will be assigned by the dean on an annual basis. At the May meeting, the faculty Steering Committee members will elect the faculty co-chair for the upcoming academic year. All faculty who will be serving on the Steering Committee in the fall are eligible to serve as co-chair. The faculty co-chair will be elected for a one (1) year term.

1.6.6.3.3.4.4 Committee Duties

The primary purpose of the Steering Committee is to provide consultation to the dean, A secondary role is to facilitate communication among faculty, staff, and administration by disseminating information. The manner in which the committee consults with dean may be variable depending upon particular circumstances. Members may vote to provide an official record of the majority opinion, the committee may provide the dean with a list of recommendations, or it may use other consultative methods.

Although the role of the committee is consultative, the committee may vote on particular issues. All committee members, except for the dean, have voting privileges. The associate/assistant dean serving as co-chair will not vote during Steering Committee meetings except in the case of a tie vote. The faculty co-chair will have voting privileges during Steering Committee meetings. A quorum for the committee is nine members.

Each committee member should report the actions of the committee to their respective department.

1.6.6.3.3.4.5 Procedural Guidelines

1. All meetings will follow standard procedures as defined in Robert's Rules of Order. Meetings will be scheduled at least monthly at a standard time.
2. All meetings are open to the campus community. Procedures for allowing discussion from non-committee members shall follow standard practices as outlined in Robert's Rules of Order. Committee members may make a motion to have an executive session during any meeting.
3. Agenda items are set by the co-chairs and the dean prior to each meeting. The customary order of business is 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meeting; 2. Reports of Standing Committees; 3. Reports of Select Committees; 4. Unfinished Business; 5. New Business. If necessary, this order can be modified at the discretion of the co-chairs. Specific agenda items are based on issues brought up by Steering Committee members. Faculty members can submit agenda items through their department representative or the faculty co-chair. If there are more agenda items than can be scheduled, the co-chairs are responsible for prioritization.
4. The agenda as well as the minutes for each Steering Committee meeting will be distributed to all members of the HS&HP faculty and administration via electronic mail or campus mail. Faculty on the Rochester campus are to be included on the distribution list.

1.6.6.3.4 THE FACULTY

1.6.6.3.4.1 Membership Composition and Requirements

The faculty of HS&HP includes full-time professors, associate professors, assistant professors, instructors, clinical, CNTE fixed-term, and adjunct faculty. Temporary part-time faculty and visiting faculty are non-voting members of the faculty. The dean and the assistant/associate deans are also non-voting members of the faculty.

1.6.6.3.4.2 Procedural Guidelines for HS&HP Faculty Meetings

1. All meetings will follow standard procedures as defined in Robert's Rules of Order. Meetings will be scheduled at least monthly from 12:10-1:00 p.m. on Thursdays. The specific dates for the meeting will be distributed to the faculty during the first week of the each semester.
2. Agenda items are set by the co-chairs and the dean prior to each meeting. Faculty members can submit items for the agenda directly to the faculty co-chair. If there are more agenda items than can be scheduled, the faculty co-chair is responsible for prioritization. The customary order of business is: 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meeting; 2. Reports of Standing Committees; 3. Reports of Select Committees; 4. Unfinished Business; 5. New Business. If necessary, this form can be modified at the discretion of the faculty co-chair.
3. All meetings are open to the campus community. Procedures for allowing discussion from non-committee members shall follow standard practices as outlined in Robert's Rules of Order. The faculty may make a motion to dismiss administrators and visitors during any meeting.
4. The faculty co-chair will not vote during the faculty meetings except in the case of a tie vote. deans and other administrators do not have voting privileges during faculty meetings.
5. The agenda and the minutes for each faculty meeting will be distributed to all members Of the HS&HP faculty and administration via electronic mail or campus mail. Faculty of the Rochester campus are to be included on the distribution list.
6. A quorum will be 33% of the HS&HP full-time Ithaca-based faculty. A simple majority is necessary to pass a motion put to the faculty.

1.6.6.3.4.3 To Whom the Faculty Reports

The HS&HP faculty report to the dean of the School of HS&HP.

1.6.6.3.5 EVALUATION OF FACULTY HOLDING CONTINUING, NON-TENURE ELIGIBLE, FIDED TERM APPOINTMENTS

1.6.6.3.5.1 Definition of Continuing, Non-Tenure Eligible, Fixed Term Positions and Appointments

Continuing, Non-Tenure-Eligible (CNTE) fixed-term positions are budgeted positions which have been approved to continue regardless of the individual occupying the positions. Within the School of HS&HP, appointments to fixed-term positions are full-time appointments used to respond to particular curricular needs as defined by each department's staffing plan (see Volume VI of the Ithaca College Policy Manual).

1.6.6.3.5.2 Term of Appointment

Individuals who occupy CNTE positions receive annual appointments which may be continued on an annual basis. Such appointments may not exceed a total of five years without the dean's, Provost and vice president for academic affairs, and president's approval of a written request from the faculty member and the planning unit (see Volume VI of the Ithaca College Policy Manual). All CNTE fixed-term faculty holding staffing plan positions are considered eligible for renewal under this provision.

1.6.6.3.5.3 Evaluation of CNTE Fixed-Term Faculty

Under the terms of this document, all CNTE fixed-term faculty appointees must receive written annual performance evaluations from the department chair. These written annual performance evaluations will provide the faculty member with an assessment of strengths and areas in need of improvement.

1.6.6.3.5.4 Request for Renewal

1.6.6.3.5.4.1 Initial Review

A CNTE faculty member must submit to her/his department chair a written request for renewal of her/his appointment at the beginning of the second semester of the fourth year of the initial five-year term. Evaluation for renewal will use criteria as specified in the faculty member's departmental policies and procedures manual.

The Request for Renewal will be reviewed by the faculty member's departmental chair, who will forward a recommendation to the dean on or before April 1st of the second semester of the fourth year of the candidate's five-year term. The candidate's request and her/his department chair's recommendation will be reviewed by the dean, who will provide a written recommendation to the Provost and vice president for academic affairs. The Provost and vice president for academic affairs will review the dean's written recommendation and provide a written recommendation to the president. A final decision on renewal will be the responsibility of the president and rendered by the end of the spring Semester of the fourth year of a five-year term.

1.6.6.3.5.4.2 Subsequent Reviews

Subsequent reviews will not require written requests by the CNTE fixed-term faculty member, and the process will be initiated by the dean at the beginning of the second semester of the fourth year of five-year term. Evaluation for subsequent renewals will use criteria as specified in the faculty member's departmental policies and procedures manual.

The faculty member's department chair's recommendation for renewal will be reviewed by the dean, who will provide a written recommendation to the Provost and vice president for academic affairs. The Provost and vice president for academic affairs will review the dean's written recommendation and provide a written recommendation to the president. A final decision on renewal will be the responsibility of the president and by the end of spring semester of the fourth year of a five-year term.

1.6.6.3.5.4.3 Renewal Procedures

A copy of the department chair's and dean's written recommendation will be given to the candidate. The faculty member will have five business days to respond to her/his performance assessment and recommendation. The recommendations of the department chair and the dean will be either to rehire the faulty member to another fixed-term period or to terminate the appointment. If a CNTE fixed-term faculty member receives a negative recommendation and the dean accepts the recommendation, the CNTE fixed-faculty member's appointment will be terminated at the completion of the fixed-term period. If the recommendations are favorable, and the Provost and vice president for academic affairs and the president approve, the CNTE fixed-term faculty will be re-appointed to an additional fixed-term following completion of her/his final term of service in accordance with the term of appointment as indicated above.

1.6.6.3.5.5 Appeal Process

CNTE fixed-term faculty have the right to appeal a recommendation by their department chair by following the procedures outlined in their department's Policies and Procedures Document. In addition, CNTE fixed-term faculty may also follow the Faculty Grievance Procedure as stipulated in Volume IV, section 4.16.

1.6.6.3.5.6 Subsequent Terms of Appointment

Evaluation and recommendations for subsequent terms of appointment will be based on the procedures stated above.

1.6.6.3.5.7 Application for Promotion of CNTE Fixed-Term Faculty

Normally, after completing a minimum of five years in a five-year non-tenure eligible position, a faculty member is eligible to apply for promotion following criteria listed Volume IV of the Ithaca College Policy Manual, and in the faculty member's departmental policies and procedures document

1.6.6.3.6 AMENDMENT PROCEDURES

Amendments to the HS&HP Faculty Governance Document may be proposed to the Steering Committee at any time by any member of the faculty or administration. The Steering Committee will consider these proposals and assure that these changes concur with regulations established in Volume IV of the Ithaca College Policy Manual. If necessary, the Steering Committee may choose to establish an ad-hoc committee to address any issues surrounding the proposal. Following review of each proposal, the Steering Committee will submit the proposal to all of the HS&HP faculty members for vote. All proposals for amendment of the HS&HP Faculty Governance Document requires a two-thirds majority to pass.

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1.6.6.4.1 CONSTITUTION OF THE FACULTY OF THE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES

Article I

Name

This body will be called the School of Humanities and Sciences Faculty Senate.

Article II

Purpose

Section 1. 
The purpose of the Faculty Senate is to determine and represent the concerns of the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences and to make recommendations on its behalf on school policies and procedures concerning, but not limited to, curriculum, programs, grading, faculty appointments and credentials for same, evaluation of faculty, tenure, and promotion. The school will make no changes in these policies without a recommendation from the Faculty Senate. The Faculty Senate will report its recommendations to the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences and to the dean for action.

Section 2. 
It will be a liaison between the faculty and the dean and other administrators on matters of mutual concern.

Section 3. 
It may initiate and conduct studies of its own on school policies, programs, and procedures. It may also make studies of questions submitted by individual faculty, faculty groups, administrators, or students of H&S or other governing bodies of Ithaca College or its schools. It will make recommendations to the appropriate person or body as called for by such studies.

Section 4. 
It will study and respond to problems referred to it by other councils or standing committees of the College.

Section 5. 
It will seek to promote harmony among members of the faculty and between the faculty and the administration of the school and the College.

Section 6. 
It may call meetings of the school faculty and conduct informal polls and referenda as appropriate to gather faculty sentiment and record faculty concerns.

1.6.6.4.2 BYLAWS OF THE FACULTYOF THE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES

Article I

Members and Elections

Section 1. 
The Faculty Senate will be composed of thirteen (13) elected senators: four (4) senators will be elected from fine arts/humanities; at least of of these four shall be from fine arts and at least of of these from humanities. Three (3) senators will be elected from natural sciences/mathematics/computer science; three (3) will be elected from social sciences; and three (3) will be elected at large. Terms will be staggered so that one senator from natural sciences/mathematics/computer science, one from the social sciences, onr from at large, and one or two from humanities/fine arts are elected or re-elected each academic year by the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences.

Section 2. 
All tenured and tenure eligible faculty are eligible to vote in Faculty Senate elections and be elected to office. Adjunct faculty and non-tenure eligible full-time faculty are eligible to vote and be elected to office after their first year. Part time per-credit faculty are not eligible to vote or be elected to office. This policy would exclude one-year temporary faculty from voting in their first year.

Section 3. 
Senate elections will be held on or before April 15 of the year preceding the term of office.

Section 4. 
Senators who vacate their seats on the Faculty Senate or cannot attend meetings for more than one semester will be replaced for the duration of their term by election of the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences. For example, a Senator on a one-semester leave will not be replaced if they choose to retain their seat.

Article II
 

Officers and the Executive Committee

Section 1. 
Senate officers will be: president, vice-president, secretary, and two officers-at-large elected by majority vote of the senate at the last meeting of the spring semester. Terms will begin on June 1 and will be for one year. Officers may be re-elected for a maximum of three consecutive terms.

Section 2. 
The officers of the senate will constitute its Executive Committee which is subject to the orders of the senate. Therefore, it may not act in conflict with any action taken by the senate.

Section 3. 
The Executive Committee will have general supervision of senate affairs between meetings and will set the agenda. It may also consult with the dean and meet with the dean, along with other senators who may wish to attend, to present the Senate’s various resolutions and motions and to conduct business and it will report the substance of such meetings and consultations to the senate.

Article III

Meetings

Section 1.
The Faculty Senate will meet at least four times a semester, roughly once a month

Section 2.
Special meetings may be called by the president of the senate or the Executive Committee, or upon written request by any three (3) senators. At any meeting, the senate may call a social meeting by majority vote.

Section 3.
A majority of the members of Faculty Senate are needed for a quorum and decisions shall be made by a majority vote of these members in attendance, unless otherwise stipulated in this document.

Section 4.
Faculty Senate meetings are open to the Ithaca College community, but the senate may meet in executive session upon majority vote. The senate may invite any guest to participate in its discussions.

Section 5.
Senators who are absent without approval for two consecutive or three cumulative meetings during an academic year will receive a reminder of their obligations from the president of the senate upon the advice of the Executive Committee. Upon further absences, the senate, by majority vote may declare the senator's seat vacant and invoke replacement procedures described in article I, Section 4. of these bylaws. Any senator may request, through the Faculty Senate President, a hearing with the executive committee prior to removal from the Senate.

Article IV

Committees

Section 1.
The Faculty Senate will propose new standing and ad hoc committees by majority vote. Proposed standing committees must be approved by vote of the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences. The president of the senate may recommend an ex officio member from the senate to any H&S committee upon approval by majority vote of the senate. All committees except H&S Curriculum Committee will report to the senate for appropriate deliberation and action unless otherwise specified in their charge.

Section 2.
The senate will facilitate the operation of H&S standing and ad hoc committees and coordinate communication between these committees. The senate can propose to the Dean of the School of Humanities and Sciences changes in the bylaws of standing committees; such changes for approval require a 2/3 majority of the Humanities and Sciences faculty voting.

Section 3.
Annually, the Faculty Senate may review all H&S standing and ad hoc committees. The senate may recommend modification or elimination of said committees. Any recommendation to modify or eliminate a standing committee must be submitted to the Humanities and Sciences faculty for a vote. For approval, such changes require a 2/3 majority of the faculty voting. Any recommendation to modify or eliminate an ad hoc committee must be submitted to the Faculty Senate for a vote. For approval, such changes require a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Senate.

Section 4.
The Faculty Senate will be responsible for administering elections to all school wide faculty committees.

Section 5.
The standing and ad hoc committees of the School of Humanities and Sciences are listed on the Faculty Senate website.

Article V

Meeting Procedure

Section 1. The Faculty Senate meetings will be conducted according to the general principles of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised. The senate will name a parliamentarian who when necessary will ensure that such procedures are followed.

Section 2. All minutes of the meetings of the Faculty Senate and the faculty of the School of Humanities and Sciences will be published on the Faculty Senate website making them available to any interested party.

Article VI

Amendment Procedure

Section 1.
The Faculty Senate of the School of Humanities and Sciences will have the authority to make and amend its bylaws on such matters as membership, meeting procedures, voting, elections, committees and other organizational matters and needs of the senate. Such bylaws may not conflict with the Ithaca College Faculty Handbook (Volume IV) or any other Ithaca College Governance Document of the Ithaca College Policy Manual.

Section 2.
The bylaws of the Faculty Senate may be amended by two-thirds (2/3) vote of the senate at any regular or special meeting provided that the amendment has been submitted in writing at the previous regular meeting and provided that the amendment does not conflict with the Ithaca College Faculty Handbook (Volume IV) or any other Ithaca College Governance Document of the Ithaca College Policy Manual.

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