Kristin Wendland, Emory College of Arts and Sciences, reported that ECAS faculty members are considering proposed bylaws revisions that would:

• Replace GovCom with a College Faculty Senate comprised of 23 voting and 7 non-voting members;
• Reform standing committees;
• Reduce meetings to twice yearly and change format;
• Revise the appeals process for committee and senate decisions.

Angela Amar, School of Nursing, presented updates in strategic plan initiatives, a branding retreat, new program and curriculum revisions, efforts to enhance diversity, and Ebola education opportunities.