(#24-98/99-FA)
WHEREAS, Voters in HSU elections currently are
provided no information regarding the professional qualifications and accomplishments
of the candidates running for university and college offices; and
WHEREAS, Relevant biographical information provided
by candidates would assist HSU personnel in making informed election choices;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That the Academic Senate of Humboldt
State University recommend that candidates in university and college elections
be requested to submit a statement of 50 words or less that will include
department affiliation and length of service; and may also include relevant
university or college service, and other pertinent professional activities;
and be it further
RESOLVED: That the Academic Senate of Humboldt
State University recommend that candidates' statements for university elections
be submitted to the Academic Senate Office, and that such statements for
college elections be submitted to the appropriate college dean or the university
librarian; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the Academic Senate of Humboldt
State University recommend that candidates' statements for university and
college elections be included in the sample ballot provided prior to the
election; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the Academic Senate of Humboldt
State University recommend that this resolution take effect in the 1999-2000
academic year.