The meeting was called to order at 4:31 p.m.

Present: Alrick, Heath, Lawyer, Ochszner, Skow, Redford, Steinhauer
Absent: McCoy, Nunez

Approval of Minutes of September 26, 2000: Motion Senator Lawyer, Second Senator Heath
Minutes approved as written.

Dr. Meier - Asked if we had two representatives on the Student Affairs Committee. We presently have one that is unable to attend the meetings. When there are issues with policies, they need to be taken to the Student Affairs Committee. Dr. Meier reported that FTE is not as high as expected. FTE is down about 7%.

Mr. Magruder - Announcement - SUB Board meets tomorrow (Wednesday, October 04, 2000) at 4:00 p.m. in SUB 225. The SUB Board deals with the amenities, services, club offices, etc. in the SUB. Mr. Magruder reminded everyone that the Career Fair at the U of I is a good event to go to. He thought it was a two-day event and would continue tomorrow, but it is not.

Executive Reports:
President Wright - Started the selection process for two students to be on the Presidential Search Committee. He had the names written on the white board of all those who applied by the deadline, one that was late, and three who did not complete the application. He asked all the Senators to write down the names on a piece of paper. The applicants present were asked to make a short presentation. President Wright then asked the members of the Senate, and the Vice President to numerically rate the applicants and turn the rating in to him.

Vice President Sonnen - Reported that she has set up a luncheon for Clubs & Orgs on October 17^th from 12-2 p.m. Mary Emery will be present to discuss grant writing tips. Recognized Clubs & Orgs will have the opportunity to apply for two concession booths at the Craft Fair. They will also be able to apply for a craft booth for half price. The letters and applications for the Craft Fair have gone out.

Committee Reports:
Curriculum - Vice-President Sonnen stated that there are some issues that have passed through the Curriculum Committee that need addressed on the students' behalf.

New Business:
Selection of Ethics Committee Chair - Senate Majority Leader asked for nominations.
Senator Heath nominated Senator Lawyer. Senator Lawyer accepted.
Senator Alrick nominated Senator Redford. Senator Redford declined the nomination due to class schedule.
The Senate approved the nomination of Senator Lawyer as the Chair of the Ethics Committee.

Senate Information Reports:
Senator Ochszner - The Senate Meeting on November 7^th will be on the NIC campus at 1:30 p.m. and will be televised to the LCSC Campus in Lewiston. Students interested may attend the televised Senate meeting at LCSC in room 50 of the Sam Glenn Complex.

Audience Time:
Senator Lawyer asked for Senate approval of ASLCSC being the sponsor of the event she has scheduled on October 17^th with Linda Pall as speaker. Discussion. Senate approved.

Motion to adjourn - Senator Skow, Senator Heath Seconded. Meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted by:  Laura Wilson

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