I'm the new President of the United Faculty of Florida and an associate professor at Florida State University. I began this blog when I was UFF-FSU President as a way to provide information regarding the 2014 FSU presidential search and the actions of the Florida Legislature. I will continue to discuss the Florida Legislature as well as other Higher Education issues that affect faculty in Florida. My comments are my own.
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Secrecy and Presidential Searches will be heard Monday
On Monday, February 16, the Senate Higher Education Committee will hear SB 182, which would exempt president, provost, and dean searches from public record and meeting requirements. Considering our recent presidential search process, exempting such searches from Sunshine Laws will lead to even less transparency, openness, and active participation from multiple stakeholders. I encourage you to testify at the Committee meeting scheduled from 4-6pm in 412 Knott Building. If you cannot make it to the meeting but still want your voice heard, feel free to contact the Committee.