University Councils and Committees

University Committee on Women

Debra Sanborn, 294-0632

Committee Meeting Date: August 30, 2005

• Review of Women's Leadership Summit
• University Diversity Report
• Committee Reports

Major agenda items discussed/committee action taken:

• Review of UCW Mission Statement
• Review of UCW goals
• Review of UCW subcommittees

Potential impact on P&S employees:

Knowledge of goals, mission, and actions of University Committee on Women.

Goals:

The goals of the University Committee on Women include the following points:

1. Represent the interests and concerns of all women in the university community.
2. Advise the university administration on issues affecting women faculty, staff and students.
3. Assist women in mentoring and networking opportunities.
4. Monitor the institution’s performance in regard to representation and advancement of women.
5. Promote a supportive learning and working environment for women.
6. Assist and advocate in the development of policies and practices that promote the equitable participation and treatment of women employees and students.
7. Participate in recruitment and selection processes for leadership positions across the university and within the colleges.

Next committee meeting date: September 26, 2005, 11:30 – 1:00 p.m., Room 114, Marston