1. The meeting was called to order at 3:04 by Chair Ken Colwell. Invocation was given by Fr. Ed Dunn.

2. Minutes from the 4/13/2000 meeting were approved. Motion for approval was made by J. Van Speybroeck, seconded by J. Stauff.

3. Introduction of new faculty members was made by D. Moeller.

4. Introduction of the new Vice President for Finance, Dan Ostenberger, was made by K. Colwell.

5. The University Center committee update was provided by T. Schlabach who noted that the facility will be referred to as the University Center and not the Student Center because it is a facility for all members of the University. There were some questions and discussion regarding whether the University Bookstore will relocate to the new University Center or remain in its current location. An unofficial poll was conducted, however the sentiment of the faculty present remained ambiguous because most faculty members were unwilling to respond to a straw vote at this time, citing a need for more information. Groundbreaking is scheduled to begin as early as next spring; however the exact date has not yet been determined. Present negotiations include the purchase of a section of Scott Street. Stan Kabat would appreciate input regarding the University Center (e-mail: skabat@saunix.sau.edu )

6. AAUP announcements were made by W. Oberle, who noted that the bench in memory of Sr. Ritamary Bradley was progressing nicely. Faculty members were encouraged to join AAUP and to participate in the Fall Kickoff Meeting next Wednesday in Cosgrove. A call also was made for articles to be submitted for publication in Integrity.

7. In new business, K. Colwell asked for a volunteer to serve as parliamentarian. Any person interested should contact Dr. Colwell.

In a Vision 2020 update, it was noted that faculty should be reviewing the proposed mission statement(s) and provide feedback by October 6, 2000 to K. Colwell. There was some discussion regarding whether the faculty should be consulted as a whole to determine whether the faculty endorses the vision rather than assuming the entire faculty agrees with the statements
generated by committees comprising faculty member participants. Others noted that faculty members serving on the committees already provided faculty input, but also that this is but one source of input. It was suggested that additional faculty feedback should go through Sally Crino.
More discussion will ensue at future faculty assemblies.

8. Motion to adjourn was made by G. Bailey, seconded by Fr. E. Dunn.

Respectfully submitted,
Carol DeVolder