AAC Meeting of January 26, 1999

President's Conference Room

Present: J. Farrell, G. Carey, H. Barber, K. Keyes, K. Levitsky, S. Hardy, J. Ray, P. Gormley, S. Shore, M. Souza

Absent: L. Fisher, K. Feibel, C. Sanborn

S. Hardy opened the meeting by introducing Keith Levitsky, newly elected Student Body President, who will replace Brian Jandreau.

Reports:

1. Athletics Director - Judy Ray reported on the development of a comprehensive business plan for athletics. She also reported on the search for a Senior Associate Athletics Director, whose duties would principally be in the financial areas.

2. Safety subcommittee - Gale Carey distributed and discussed the annual review and recommendations of the safety subcommittee. She explained the process that includes analysis by the "technical" arm and review by the "review" arm. The AAC discussed the report and voted unanimously to endorse it and forward it to the President, with a request for the President's response. This will assist the subcommittee and the AAC in evaluating the process for the future.

3. Equity subcommittee - Heather Barber reported on the committee's progress. They will present their annual report to the AAC later in the semester.

4. Awards - Steve Hardy reported for Carol Sanborn the good news that Carol had received a pledge from the Lawrence Eagle Tribune for a $500 increase in their donation. He also reported that the ad-hoc committee on awards criteria would be meeting later in the semester to develop criteria based on cumulative GPAs.

II. Discussion of Crowd Conduct at Men's Hockey Games:

Judy Ray circulated a letter from a young fan -- complaining about organized swearing -- that reflects a growing level of concern. There followed a discussion about the problem and the prospects for changing the crowd culture to reduce or eliminate organized swearing. Suggestions included creating a group of high-energy cheerers who would develop more positive and creative chants, songs, and cheers. This might include working with elements of the Greek system who are looking to improve their own community standing.

The meeting adjourned at 2pm