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Faculty Senate

May 4, 2016 Order of Business

4:30 p.m. in WALL 309www.coastal.edu/facultysenate

I. CALL TO ORDER – Brian Bunton, Chair

II. ROLL CALL – Aneilya Barnes, Secretary

III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 6, 2016

IV. CONSENT AGENDA – attached V. PRESIDENT, PROVOST, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

A. Jim Solazzo, Professor and Chair of Department of Mathematics and Statistics, will provide information on the new math placement for Fall 2016.

VI. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

A. Administrative Actions 24-26 were generated and approved without stipulations from the April 6, 2016 meeting. AA-27 was approved with the following stipulation notated in red below. Refer to the April 6, 2016 Order of Business for complete details.

AA-24: Approval of all items on the April 6, 2016 Consent Agenda. AA-25: Approval of a certificate in Cultural Heritage Studies.AA-26: Approval of a unified Class Attendance Policy (ACAD-SENA 129). AA-27: Approval to revise the Final Exam Policy in the Faculty Manual and the CCU

Undergraduate Catalog. STIPULATION: Deans may require faculty electing to assign online final exams to complete professional development activities related to best practices in online evaluation and academic integrity.

VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS

The following committees have submitted their 2015-16 annual reports and may be accessed through the Standing Committees Quick Link on the Faculty Senate website:

Academic Affairs Building and Grounds Core Curriculum Distance Learning

Faculty Development Faculty Manual Review Intercollegiate Athletics Student Life

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VIII. OLD BUSINESS

IX. NEW BUSINESS

A. Graduate Council

1. Motion to approve a Master of Arts in Health Communication (moved and seconded out of committee):

College of Humanities and Fine Arts – Department of Communication, Languages and CulturesProposal for a new graduate program. (Form D – ID# 29)

Title of proposed program and degree: Master of Arts in Health Communication.Semester and year of first graduates: Spring 2019.Number of students projected in first two semesters: 19.Use of technology: The mode of course delivery will be primarily face-to-face, although some online and hybrid courses are anticipated. The program will rely upon CCU's current technological resources (Moodle, etc.).

Proposed Catalog Description:MASTER OF ARTS IN HEALTH COMMUNICATION

The mission of the Master of Arts in Health Communication is to provide students with training and skills in the development of health communication campaigns, focusing on print, broadcast and social media outlets. The study of health communication blends traditional strengths in media development, production and analysis with campaign strategy to produce desired health outcomes.

The Masters of Arts in Health Communication also gives students a multifaceted perspective of the study of communication to help facilitate the development of advanced competencies. The program is grounded in both theory and research focused on direct applications in health related fields. The program focuses on the skills and understanding needed to excel as a health communication practitioner and also prepare students for doctoral degree in health communication.

Objectives of the Program1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of issues and approaches in health

communication.2. Students will demonstrate skills in conducting health communication research.3. Students will convey information clearly and persuasively in written and oral form.4. Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.5. Students will apply principles of ethical responsibility to the community, society,

discipline, and profession.


Students Learning OutcomesStudents who earn an M.A. in Health Communication will be expected to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues and perspectives in field of health communication.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of research methodologies employed in the communication discipline.

3. Exhibit mastery in evaluating, interpreting, and creating media messages for public consumption.

4. Apply basic communication theory and strategy to the practice of health communication.

5. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in the practice of health communication

Graduate ApplicationsApplications for graduate study should be directed to the Office of Graduate Studies at Coastal Carolina University.

Admission RequirementsCandidates seeking admission to the M.A. in Health Communication will be required to submit the following materials:

1. Completion of graduate application and payment of application fee.2. Official transcripts from each school or college previously attended. (The minimum

requirement for admission is a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or its equivalent at a foreign institution based on a four-year degree). Transcripts should show a minimum overall graduating GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in any graduate work already completed.

3. Official report of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) taken within the last five years.

4. Two letters of recommendation from persons who are familiar with the applicant’s academic ability and potential for successful completion of master’s studies.

5. A personal statement of no more than 500-words demonstrating the applicant’s interest and compatibility with the program, understanding of the field, and future career goals.

6. If a non-native speaker of English, provide official results from tests taken within the last three years or one of the following acceptable means of documenting English language proficiency consistent with success in graduate programs (Note that higher scores may be required of some graduate programs so applicants are urged to consult their desired program to identify whether a higher score is required:

a. A minimum score of 550 on the paper-based (PBT) or 79 on the internet (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);

b. A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam;

c. Certificate of Completion of level 112 of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) from an ELS Language Center;

d. Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with a score of 59;


e. Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English) with a minimum level of C1;

f. Cambridge CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) with a minimum level of C1;

g. MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) with a score of 77:

h. TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) with a score of 745:

i. Bachelor’s degree earned from a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher education within the last three years.

Completed applications will be reviewed by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Before meeting to discuss the applications, committee members will evaluate the applicants’ personal statements according to a common rubric.

Degree RequirementsThe Master of Arts in Health Communication requires:

1. Successful completion of an approved program of study with a minimum of 33 graduate hours;

2. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B) on all course work;3. Completion of either COMM 791 or COMM 795;4. Completion of a successful oral defense; and5. Completion of all requirements for the degree during a six-year period.

Transfer CreditsWith approval from the Graduate Director, a maximum of six (6) transfer credit hours may be applied to a student’s program of study. All transfer credit coursework must have been completed with a minimum grade of B. Required Graduate Degree Credit Hours (33 Graduate Credit Hours) The M.A. in Health Communication requires 33 graduate credit hours.

FOUNDATION COURSES (9 Credit hours)COMM 600, 675, and MALS 650..............................................................................9COMM 600: Foundations of the Communication DisciplineCOMM 675: Graduate Studies in Communication TheoryMALS 650: Graduate Research Methods

HEALTH COMMUNICATION SPECIALIZATION (9 Credit hours)COMM 611, 619, 631.................................................................................................9COMM 611: Health Communication and the MediaCOMM 619: Strategic Communication CampaignsCOMM 631: Communication for Diverse Audiences

ELECTIVES (9-12 Credit hours)......................................................................9-12Additional COMM courses at the 600 or 700 level.

CAPSTONE (3-6 Credit hours)...........................................................................3-6Complete either COMM 791 or 795:


COMM 791: Capstone Thesis (6)COMM 795: Capstone Internship (3)B. Academic Affairs Committee

1. Motion to approve a new minor in African Diaspora Studies (moved and seconded out of committee):

College of Humanities and Fine Arts – Department of HistoryProposal for a new undergraduate minor. (new Form D – ID# 201)

Title of proposed program and degree: African Diaspora Studies (ADS) minor.Semester and year of first graduates: Fall 2016.Number of students projected in first two semesters: 25.Use of technology: This proposed minor includes experiential learning courses as well as digital and hybrid courses. We anticipate approving one-time offered independent studies and senior theses, etc., that involve a high degree of student-faculty interaction.Proposed Catalog Description:AFRICAN DIASPORA STUDIES MINORMISSION STATEMENTThe interdisciplinary minor in African Diaspora Studies (ADS) provides undergraduates with the learning environment and the tools to deepen their knowledge about the history, art and culture of people of African descent. From the local Gullah communities to the worldwide African diaspora, this field of study seeks to provide a scholarly approach to understanding the lives of black people wherever they are located across the globe. Students in the minor will develop multifaceted analytical tools of inquiry for human engagement and informed citizenship; therefore, the minor complements almost every major. The minor consists of 18 credit hours of coursework drawn from at least three disciplines and up to six disciplines.

AFRICAN DIASPORA STUDIES MINOR (18 Credits)FOUNDATION: (3 Credits)...........................................................................3HIST 250 Historical Research and Writing* (3)

ELECTIVES: (15 Credits)............................................................................15Students must complete 15 credit hours at the 200 level or above, and 9 credit hours must come from different disciplines. See the following pre-approved courses and see the minor adviser for additional courses, including one-time offered and modified courses that may also count as electives.

ARTD/ARTS 440Q Pre-Professional Studio* (3-6)

ENGL 205 Literature and Culture* (3)ENGL 341 African-American Literature, 1750-present (3)ENGL 352 African American English (3)

ANTH 314 Survey of African American Musics (3)


ANTH 315 The Caribbean (3)ANTH 317 Gullah Culture and Identity (3)ANTH 318 Topics in Ethnic Identity* (3)ANTH 345 Archaeology of Plantations (4)ANTH 391 Ethnographic Methods* (3)ANTH 427 African Prehistory (3)ANTH 495Q Internship in Anthropology* (3)

HFA 391Q Press Project Workshop* (1-3)

HIST 200 Introduction to Southern Studies (3)HIST 312 Patterns in World History (3)HIST 355 Latin American Culture and Civilization (3)HIST 363 Black Atlantic & African Diaspora (3)HIST 367 Colonial America (3)HIST 383 History of the Colony and State of South Carolina (3)HIST 443 Modern Colonialism* (3)HIST 455 Topics in Latin American History* (3)HIST 495Q Internship in History* (3)

MUS 207 Introduction to World Music* (3)MUS 258 Jazz & the American Experience (3)

RELG 322 Introduction to Islam (3)

POLI 330 Introduction to the Middle East (3)POLI 346 Contemporary African Politics (3)POLI 348 Introduction to Africa (3)POLI 349 Comparative African Politics (3) POLI 481 Democracy and Development in Africa (3)

SOC 355 Race & Ethnicity (3)

*Sections of these courses that involve relevant content are approved for this minor. See the minor adviser.

TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED..................................................................18

2. Motion to approve a new minor in American Studies (moved and seconded out of committee):

College of Humanities and Fine Arts – Office of the DeanProposal for a new undergraduate minor. (new Form D – ID# 373)

Title of proposed program and degree: American Studies minor.


Semester and year of first graduates: May 2017.Number of students projected in first two semesters: 15.Use of technology: Hybrid delivery of at least three courses (online and on six Saturdays at Myrtle Beach Education Center); choice of online or classroom delivery for other three courses.

Proposed Catalog Description:American Studies MinorThe American Studies Minor utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to help students develop their understanding of important political and social issues, cultural trends, and historical periods in the United States. Students will strengthen their critical thinking skills through close reading and analysis of texts and an examination of topics in American Studies through a variety of disciplinary and critical lenses. They will improve their writing and communication skills through discussion, written analyses, and presentations. Finally, they will develop research skills through independent research projects. At least half of the classes required for the minor will be taught through a hybrid delivery method, combining online instruction with six Saturday morning lectures held at the Myrtle Beach Education Center.

Student Learning ObjectivesStudents who complete an American Studies Minor will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of key topics in the social and cultural history of the United States.

2. Demonstrate critical thinking skills through the oral and written analysis of texts using a variety of disciplinary and critical perspectives.

3. Synthesize information effectively in forming oral and written arguments about topics in American Studies.

4. Conduct independent research in the field of American Studies.

CurriculumMinor Requirements: (18 hours)

Choose three from the following: (9 Credits).........................................................................9

AMST 301 American Studies – Domestic Political Issues AMST 302 American Studies – Foreign Policy AMST 303 American Studies – Literature and/or ArtAMST 304 American Studies – Music and/or TheatreAMST 305 American Studies – Popular CultureAMST 306 American Studies – History and/or Social IssuesAMST 307 American Studies – Cultural Eras

Choose three 300-400 level courses related to American Studies from at least two different disciplines (9 Credits).......................................................................................9


3. Motion to approve a certificate in American Studies (moved and seconded out of committee):

College of Humanities and Fine Arts – Office of the DeanProposal for a new undergraduate certificate. (new Form D – ID# 378)

Title of proposed program and degree: American Studies Certificate.Semester and year of first graduates: May 2017.Number of students projected in first two semesters: 14.Use of technology: All courses will be delivered through a hybrid system, with six Saturday morning sessions at Myrtle Beach Education Center and the rest of each 8-week course delivered online.

Proposed Catalog Description:American Studies CertificateThe American Studies Certificate utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to help students develop their understanding of important political and social issues, cultural trends, and historical periods in the United States. Students will strengthen their critical thinking skills through close reading and analysis of texts and an examination of topics in American Studies through a variety of disciplinary and critical lenses. They will improve their writing and communication skills through discussion, written analyses, and presentations. Finally, they will develop research skills through independent research projects. All of the classes required for the certificate will be taught through a hybrid delivery method, combining online instruction with six Saturday morning lectures held at the Myrtle Beach Education Center.

Choose four from the following: (12 Credits)..............................................12

AMST 301 American Studies – Domestic Political Issues AMST 302 American Studies – Foreign Policy AMST 303 American Studies – Literature and/or ArtAMST 304 American Studies – Music and/or TheatreAMST 305 American Studies – Popular CultureAMST 306 American Studies – History and/or Social IssuesAMST 307 American Studies – Cultural Eras

4. Motion to approve new language for the 2017-18 catalog and forward for all undergraduate majors and minors (moved and seconded out of committee):

Originator: Core Curriculum CommitteeProposed Change: Proposal for new language in the 2017-18 catalog and forward for all undergraduate majors and minors:


I. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (3-6 Credits) Minimum grades of ‘C’ are required.

A. UNIV 110 The First-Year Experience.........................................................0-3UNIV 110 is required for all new entering freshmen and for new transfer students with fewer than 12 transfer credit hours unless the transfer student has satisfactorily completed a college transition course.

B. Knowledge of the Structure and Development of the United States. Choose one of the following courses..............................................................3HIST 201 History of the United States from Discovery to the Present

(Discovery through Reconstruction) (3)POLI 201 Introduction to American Government (3)

Justification:Pursuant to South Carolina state law all students will be required to complete either POLI*201 or HIST*201 as a component of degree completion. This requirement, formerly found within the core curriculum, will be a stand-alone degree requirement independent of core curriculum courses.

C. Faculty Senate Executive Committee

1. Motion to endorse the “High-Impact Engagement: The Coastal Carolina University 2016-2021 Strategic Plan” (moved and seconded out of committee):

Existing Policy/Practice: Replaces the current strategic plan that was originally established for the 2008-2013 time frame and extended to the present. No policy to be retired.

Proposed Action: Please pass a motion endorsing the 2016-2021 strategic plan as submitted with this request. Double-click on the icon below to view the document.

Justification: The institution’s current strategic plan document is an extension of the 2008-2013 plan. Over the last six months, the Strategic Planning Steering Committee (SPSC) has gathered input from a variety of stakeholders and sources and engaged a broad and inclusive process of dialogue among campus stakeholders through focus groups, task forces, public comment, and online feedback, among other tools. The new plan, entitled “High-Impact Engagement: The Coastal Carolina University 2016-2021 Strategic Plan” reflects attention to six core areas of focus identified by those groups and those dialogues


and has raised them to guiding strategies for the institution over the next five years. The SPSC has welcomed campus comment at multiple phases in its development and the plan as it has been submitted to this body reflects adjustment based upon that feedback. Institutional leadership via the President’s Council and Executive Council have embraced ownership and accountability of all six strategies, 21 goals, and 74 objectives in the plan, and adopted a guiding timeline for implementation that reflects attention to institutional resource planning. In addition, the new plan provides attention to revision to current practices related to planning, budgeting, and assessment that can enable more nimble responsiveness to institutional achievements and areas of needed attention over the coming years.

D. Faculty Welfare and University Promotion and Tenure Committees

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1. Motion to add the departmental peer review committee evaluation and tally to the candidate file for promotion and tenure (moved and seconded out of committee):

2. Motion to add a post-promotion review process for senior lecturer/senior instructor (moved and seconded out of committee):

3. Motion to modify the definition of senior teaching lecturer to allow for voting privileges on promotion policies and procedures for senior teaching lecturer candidates (moved and seconded out of committee):

4. Motion to add senior lecturer to the college/library Promotion and Tenure Committee to review candidates for senior lecturer (moved and seconded out of committee):


5. Motion to add a third year review for assistant professors/librarians and lecturers (moved and seconded out of committee):

E. Faculty Manual Review Committee

1. Motion to clarify the membership on the University Promotion and Tenure Committee for librarians (moved and seconded out of committee):

Proposed change/addition/deletion:

4.7.16 University Promotion and Tenure Membership: Nine to eleven faculty (two elected from each College and one elected from the Library); Members whose terms have expired will serve as alternates for two additional years to replace committee members who are recused or found ineligible to participate in termination hearings (section 6.8. Forfeiture of Tenure and Termination for Cause). Additional alternates selected to serve as replacements should have previously served on the University Promotion and Tenure Committee or on a College/Library Promotion and Tenure Committee.

Membership Conditions: Membership is limited to tenured Associate Professors/Librarians or Professors/Librarians who are not being considered for promotion during the years of service on this committee. No member may serve more than three years consecutively, excluding their tenure as a standing alternate. Department Chairs/Supervisors and members of College/Library Promotion and Tenure Committees are not eligible to serve.

Exception: Librarians may serve on both the Library Promotion and Tenure committee and the University Promotion and Tenure committee at the same time. In the event a library case goes to the University Promotion and Tenure committee, the librarian will recuse themselves and the Library Promotion and Tenure committee will nominate an appropriate substitute from the colleges.

Purpose: The duties of this committee are to consider applications for promotion and/or tenure from eligible faculty who received a recommendation to be denied tenure or promotion from a College/Library promotion and tenure committee and/or the Dean (6.5


Promotion and Tenure Procedures, p. Error: Reference source not found), or have been referred to the committee by the Provost. The committee also reviews all applications recommended for an exceptional rating in post tenure review by the Dean and/or College/Library Promotion and Tenure Committee (6.7 Post-Tenure Review, p. Error:Reference source not found). The committee forwards its recommendation concerning these cases to administration. The primary responsibility for decisions related to tenure and promotion and for exceptional ratings in post-tenure review belongs, first, with the Department (Chair and Peer Review), and second, with the College/Library (Dean and College/Library Promotion and Tenure Committee). The University Promotion and Tenure Committee members will independently consider each file in cases where there is either disagreement at the Department and/or College/Library level, or apparent or perceived irregularities in due process or procedure.

The committee also reviews criteria, policies, and procedures for promotion and tenure, and submits proposed changes to the Faculty Senate for approval prior to a vote by the full voting membership of the faculty before implementation. The proceedings of this committee are confidential with respect to all written materials reviewed and all discussions of individual cases. Failure to maintain confidentiality will be sufficient grounds for dismissal from the committee, which has the authority, through a majority vote, to remove members for such reasons. Further, such conduct may be grounds for disciplinary action (5.1.4.2 Code of Faculty Conduct and Academic Responsibility, p. Error: Reference source not found). Such vacancies will be filled by an alternate or by election via the appropriate College/Library.

Members of the University Promotion and Tenure Committee may not write letters of recommendation on behalf of candidates for promotion and/or tenure during their year of service on the committee.

Service on this committee may entail significant time commitments such as summer meetings or meetings scheduled with short notice.

Justification: The Library does not have enough faculty to populate multiple committees. The exception would allow for Library representation on both Library P&T and University P&T.

2. Motion to clarify the composition of the University College Promotion and Tenure Committee (moved and seconded out of committee):

Existing Policy:6. Each College will have a college promotion and tenure committee consisting of tenured faculty representing each Department. The College Promotion and Tenure Committee must have a minimum of three members. Members are to be elected by the full-time tenured and tenure-track faculty of their Departments. In the event a Department does not have an eligible faculty member to serve, it will elect a full-time tenured colleague from another Department within the College. Candidates for promotion and/or tenure, candidates


undergoing post-tenure review, faculty with administrative appointments (as defined 4.6.1 Membership, p. 14), members of the University Promotion and Tenure committee, and the Chair of the Faculty Senate are not eligible to serve on college promotion and tenure committees.

Proposed change/addition/deletion:6. Each College will have a college promotion and tenure committee consisting of tenured faculty representing each Department. The College Promotion and Tenure Committee must have a minimum of three members. Members are to be elected by the full-time tenured and tenure-track faculty of their Departments. In the event a Department does not have an eligible faculty member to serve, it will elect a full-time tenured colleague from another Department within the College. Any College with fewer than four eligible faculty will have a promotion and tenure committee chosen from faculty in disciplines related to the areas of specialization of the candidate(s). Faculty serving on their College Promotion and Tenure Committees are ineligible. The committee will have three members, and will be chaired by the Associate Dean who will serve in an ex-officio non-voting capacity. The Dean of the College will submit a list of potential faculty to the Faculty Senate Executive Committee for approval. Candidates for promotion and/or tenure, candidates undergoing post-tenure review, faculty with administrative appointments (as defined 4.6.1 Membership, p. 14), members of the University Promotion and Tenure committee, and the Chair of the Faculty Senate are not eligible to serve on college promotion and tenure committees.

Justification:This motion provides the necessary steps for colleges that do not have the manpower to staff the college promotion and tenure committee.

F. University Promotion and Tenure Committee

1. Motion to edit the language regarding post tenure review for administrators with faculty title (moved and seconded out of committee):

Existing Policy:All tenured faculty (except for the Dean of Library Services) will undergo post-tenure review during the sixth year subsequent to the awarding of tenure, promotion, or post-tenure review, subject to the following conditions:

The faculty member is not applying for promotion at the time they are eligible for post-tenure review.

The faculty member (excluding Library faculty) has taught 36 credit hours during the period since the previous successful application for tenure, promotion, or post-tenure review.

The evaluation of the candidate will be based on the six years of past performance beginning with the academic year of the most recent successful application for tenure,


promotion, or post-tenure review, and ending at the close of the academic year prior to the year of application for post-tenure review.

Proposed change/addition/deletion:All tenured faculty, except for the Deans, Associate Deans, faculty with full-time administrative positions with no or minimal teaching duties (defined as less than a 2/2 load), will undergo post-tenure review during the sixth year subsequent to the awarding of tenure, promotion, or post-tenure review, subject to the condition that the faculty member is not applying for promotion at the time they are eligible for post-tenure review.

Deans will be exempt from post-tenure review. Associate Deans, and faculty with full-time administrative positions with no or

minimal teaching duties (as defined above) may elect to have their tenure clock pause at the beginning of their administrative duties. The individual must submit this request in writing to their Dean and Provost.

The tenure clock will resume when the individual steps down from their administrative role.

Associate Deans, and faculty with full time administrative positions with no or minimal teaching duties (as defined above) who elect to undergo post-tenure review, will follow the procedure and schedule as defined in the faculty manual.

The evaluation of the candidate will be based on the six years of past performance beginning with the academic year of the most recent successful application for tenure, promotion, or post-tenure review, and ending at the close of the academic year prior to the year of application for post-tenure review.

Justification:The evaluation process for deans at PTR time does not make sense, as individuals that they supervise would evaluate their files.

X. QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

XI. OTHER

XII. ANNOUNCEMENTS

XIII. GOOD OF THE ORDER

XIV. ADJOURNMENT


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