Resolution in Support of the Humboldt State University Parent's Pledge for Support of State Higher Education

Approved: October 8, 2007

Whereas, Associated Students (HSUAS) mission is to "provide a means for responsible and effective participation in the governance of the campus; provide an official voice through which students' opinions may be expressed; foster awareness of these opinions both on and off campus; assist in the protection of the rights and interests of the individual student and the student body;… and to stimulate the educational, social, physical and cultural well-being of the University community;" and

Whereas, the Parent's Pledge establishes that both Humboldt State University (HSU) students and parents of HSU students are official stakeholders and investors in higher education both here in Humboldt County and statewide; and

Whereas, the level of financial and political investment of parents of HSU students grants them both the right and responsibility to be informed and take action in regards to the quality, sustainability, accessibility, and affordability of their students education; and

Whereas the HSU Parent Pledge increases parental activism on campus and higher education issues through the use of but not limited to, an information pamphlet a membership card and a list-serve; therefore be it;

Resolved, that HSUAS supports the Humboldt State University Parent's Pledge to ensure a quality education for their student and all students in the California State University System, and let it be further

Resolved, that HSUAS will maintain an active HSU Concerned Parents list serve to actively inform participating parents about events affecting the quality and accessibility of their students' education and the actions they can take to ensure a positive outcome; and let it be finally

Resolved, that copies of this resolution be sent to the following parties: Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Steven Butler; Interim Provost, Dr. Robert Snyder; President Rollin Richmond; the HSU Academic Senate; and the Lumberjack and other local media.

___________________________________ ___________________________________
Tyler Smith Ryan Guy
College of Natural Resources and Sciences College of Arts, Humanities, and Social
Representative Sciences

___________________________________ ___________________________________
Jason Robo Terra Rentz
AS Legislative Vice President AS President

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ESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE
2007 LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Adopted February 5th, 2007

Whereas, The purpose of the Humboldt State University 2007 Leadership Conference, "Ignite: Lighting the Passion Within," is to host a meeting of current and future leaders both locally and abroad in a quest to educate and build personal skills and awareness of Social and Environmental Responsibility and;

Whereas, the Associated Students of Humboldt State University are in support of the 2007 Leadership Conference in association with the Graduation Pledge Alliance (GPA) and;

Whereas, the GPA was founded at Humboldt State University in 1987 by students and is to this day a student-led, Associated Students program and;

Whereas, the Graduate Pledge of Social and Environmental Responsibility has since been spread around the world and;

Whereas, it is stated in the Universityäó¢íó_í_Œés Strategic Plan that, äó¢íó_äó¢íó_äó¢íó_We believe that individuals must be environmentally, economically and socially responsible in the quest for viable and sustainable communities,äó¢íó_í_Œ and;

Whereas, the international GPA organization requests our assistance in supporting the further development of campus pledge programs around the world and;

Whereas, the 2007 Leadership Conference will be celebrating 20 years of graduation pledges taken around the world and will draw members of the global community including pledged and non-pledged graduates, students, staff and faculty bringing greater prestige to Humboldt State University, therefore be it;

Resolved, Associated Students will show their support by reviewing a special line item in GPAäó¢íó_í_Œés budget for 2007-08 in consideration of the conference, committing toward conference publicity on the campus of Humboldt State University, sponsoring Associated Student council and executive members in conference attendance, leading and/or organizing one, or more, workshops at the conference and inviting ASIäó¢íó_í_Œés from the California State University system, and be it further;

Resolved, that Associated Students support the 2007 Leadership Conference and be it finally,

Resolved, that this document will be forwarded to President Rollin Richmond, and his executive committee: Richard C. Vrem Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs; Steven Butler; Vice President for Student Affairs; Carl Coffey, Vice President for Administrative Affairs; Robert Gunsalus, Vice President for University Advancement; Saeed Mortazavi, Chair, Academic Senate; and in addition: Carol Terry, University Budget, Associate Vice President; Jenäó¢íó_äó¢íó_ Burgess, Vice-Provost; office of Extended Education; and the international GPA organization Executive Committee.

Authored by: Brandon Hemenway, Johnathan Wu, and Noelle Perlmutter

Signed by: _____________________________
Saqib Keval, Representative
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

_____________________________
Tyler Smith, Representative
College of Natural Resources and Sciences

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Resolution Emphasizing the Importance of Settling the Contract Between the CSU and CFA

Adopted February 19th, 2007

Whereas, The Associated Students is the representative body and official voice of the students on Humboldt State Universityäó¢íó_í_Œés Campus; and

Whereas, it is a part of the mission to represent, serve, and protect the collective interests of students on this campus; and

Whereas, the climate that currently exists in the contract negotiation process undermines morale at all levels, compromises the efforts to provide quality instruction to students and damages the ability to recruit and retain current the students, quality faculty, staff and administrators; and

Whereas, Rapid resolution of the issues and adoption of a fair and equitable contract with the CSU will allow for this concerning climate to dissipate, and for students to continue to benefit from a superior education at HSU; therefore be it

Resolved, That the Associated Students recognizes that it is neither the role nor the responsibility of the students of HSU to participate in contract bargaining between the CFA and CSU; rather it is the role of the Associated Students to advocate for actions and policies that produce a quality educational system; and be it further

Resolved, That the Associated Students urges negotiators for the CSU and CFA to use the fact-finding process as a means to reach a reasonable solution that addresses the critical campus issues without resorting to imposition or job actions; and be it further

Resolved, That the Associated Students any tactics that divide, conquer and manipulates the student voice and interest; and be it further

Resolved, That Associated Students considers student access to higher education in the CSU system a top priority and calls upon the State legislature and governor to adequately invest in student educational needs while strongly recommending that CFA and the CSU join student advocacy efforts; and finally be it

Resolved, That the Associated Students of Humboldt State University forwards this resolution of endorsement to the CSU board of Trustees, the CFA, President Richmond, CSSA, and on campus and local media sources.

Authored by: Crystal Chaney

Supported by*:

Melissa Nickell
Veronica Chand
Erin Delisigne
Justin Boyle
Brendan Oäó¢íó_í_ŒéLoughlin
Tali Koushmaro
Eva Sherertz
Steven Dimon
Gladys Esturban
Marisa Castaneda

*Original with signatures on file in the Associated Students office.

Signed by:

_________________________________
Alan Chesbro
Legislative Vice President

__________________________________
Crystal Chaney
Associated Students Vice President

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Resolution to Censure President Rollin Richmond
Approved April 18, 2007

Whereas, the mission of Associated Students is to provide a means for responsible and effective participation in the governance of the campus, to provide an official voice through which students' opinions may be expressed, and to assist in the protection of the rights and interests of the individual student and the student body, and

Whereas, President Rollin Richmond is proposing a $202 increase in the Instructionally Related Activities (IRA) fee per semester, and

Whereas, the Student Fee Advisory Committee recommended to not approve the new IRA fee and recommended a student referendum and that the Humboldt Energy Independence Fund (HEIF) and JackPass were removed, for the proposed Instructionally Related Activities fee increase on March 2, and

Whereas, the Associated Students demanded that the proposed Instructionally Related Activities fee increase be brought to a student vote, that the fee was either earmarked or managed by students, and that the HEPI was removed on April 2, and

Whereas, the eight student consultative committee created by President Rollin Richmond recommended a student referendum, that the fee was either earmarked or managed by students, and that the HEPI was removed on the Instructionally Related Activities fee increase during their two meetings, and

Whereas, the Instructionally Related Activities recommended to president Richmond that the fee increase be voted upon, benefit all IRA programs, and be administrated by the IRA committee, and

Whereas, President Rollin Richmond refused to have a student referendum and to comply with the recommendations noted above on the Instructionally Related Activities fee increase, and

Whereas, President Rollin Richmondäó¢íó_í_Œés continued refusal to provide a student referendum on the Instructionally Related Activities fee increase prevents open lines of communication and marginalizes the suggestions of students, and

Whereas, under the California State University Criteria for Presidential Assessment, the President is required to show evidence of open lines of communication; that work is effectively accomplished with others; and that the suggestions of others are solicited and considered in good faith; therefore be it

Resolved, that the Associated Students censure President Rollin Richmond for his inability to accept the recommendations of three consultative bodies about the Instructionally Related Activities fee increase; therefore be it further

Resolved, that the Associated Students begin a work group to create a resolution pertaining to a vote of no confidence against President Rollin Richmond for his past and present failed leadership; therefore be it finally
Resolved, that copies of this resolution be sent to, but not limited to the following:
HSU President Rollin Richmond, CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed, the CSU Board of Trustees, the Arcata City Council, Senator Mike Thompson, State Senator Pat Wiggins, Assemblywoman Patty Berg, Vice President of Administrative Affairs Carl Coffey, Vice President of Academic Affairs Richard Vrem, Vice President of Advancement Robert Gonzales, Vice President of Student Affairs Steven Butler, the HSU Academic Senate, the California Faculty Association, The Lumberjack newspaper, and members of the local media.

___________________________________
Brandon Hemenway
College of Professional Studies Representative

___________________________________
Tyler Smith
College of Natural Resources and Science
Representative

___________________________________
Lladira Baez
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Representative

____________________________________
Saqib Keval
College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences Representative

____________________________________
Tara Holloway
College of Natural Resources and Science Representative

____________________________________
Alan Chesbro
A.S. Legislative Vice President

____________________________________
Crystal Chaney
A.S. President

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RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO PRIORITY OR SPECIALIZED REGISTRATION FOR HSU STUDENT-ATHLETES

Approved February 20, 2006

Whereas, The Associated Students serve as the official voice of the students at Humboldt State University; and

Whereas, The Associated Students recognize that all students, regardless of involvement in student activities are first, and foremost, students; and

Whereas, Granting priority registration to one group of students, without offering the same privilege to other groups would lead to tension and conflict between organizations in the student community; and

Whereas, Many other students on this campus would feel that their activities should qualify them to have priority or specialized registration including but not limited to, students in Marching Lumberjacks, CCAT, Sports Clubs, YES house, Service Learning, Campus Recycling, Student Access Gallery, CenterArts, AS Presents, or any other AS or campus program, also Student-Parents, full and part time working students, students active in clubs, students on campus committees, students who are participating even further as program directors/ co-directors of programs on campus; therefore be it

Resolved, That the Associated Students of Humboldt State University do formally oppose priority or specialized registration for student athletes; be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be sent to, but not limited to, HSU President Rollin Richmond, Vice President of Student Affairs Steve Butler, Provost Richard Vrem, HSU Alumni Association, HSU Athletic Director Dan Collen, HSU Faculty Athletic Representative Jeff Borgeld, HSU Academic Senate Chair Saeed Mortazavi, HSU College Deans, the Lumberjack Newspaper, and members of the local media.

Authored by: David Backues, Legislative Vice President

Submitted by:

_________________________________ ______________________________
Colleen Roberts, Representative Jena Miyata, Representative
All University Residence Halls Association

_________________________________ ______________________________
David Backues, Legislative Vice President Nicole Alvarado, President

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Resolution in Support of Prop 1D

Approved October 23rd, 2006

Whereas, The Associated Students is the official voice of the students of Humboldt State University (HSU); and

Whereas, Proposition 1D: Kindergarten-University Public Education Facilities Bond Act of 2006 is an investment in our schools, our children and the future of California; and

Whereas, Providing a quality institution for students is a priority; and

Whereas, One of the best ways to help our economy and create good-paying jobs is to create world-class public schools that have adequate educational facilities and that give our students the skills they need to succeed in the workforce; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D provides over $7 billion for K-12 grades and an additional $3 billion for higher education; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D allocates funds to retrofit and upgrade our University to ensure it can withstand the impact of natural disasters like earthquakes; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D also includes funding for finishing the Behavioral and Social Sciences building and the Physical Education Complex which will provide classrooms for future students of HSU; and

Whereas, more than 60% of our buildings on campus are 30 years of age or older and require major repairs; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D will fund 15.4% of HSU capital need for the next five years (2006/07-2010/11); and

Whereas, for every dollar California invests to get students in and through college, the state's economy receives $3 net return on that investment; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D provides accountability to ensure funds are allocated properly which include being subjected to independent audits and that misuse of Prop 1d funds is a crime, punishable by time in jail; and

Whereas, Proposition 1D is vital to California's future that both candidates for Governor, as well as bipartisan majority of legislature, support the measure; and

Whereas, Proposition 1d is also supported by the California State Student Association (CSSA), the academic senate CSU and HSU, and the Board of Trustees; therefore be it

Resolved, Associated Students of HSU pledge their support for Proposition 1D; therefore be it further

Resolved, that copies of this resolution shall be sent to but not limited to: President Rollin Richmond, Provost Richard Vrem, University Announcements, the local and campus media, all campus clubs, all A.S. programs, the Academic Senate HSU, and California Faculty Association.

Authored by: Amrit Dhadli, California State Student Association

_________________________________ __________________________________
Tara Holloway, Representative Sarah Wood
College of Natural Resources and Sciences College of Natural Resources and Sciences

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RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CREATING A FULL TIME
SUSTAINABILITY ADMINISTRATER AT HSU

Approved May 8, 2006

Whereas, The Associated Students is the official student voice of Humboldt State University, and;

Whereas, Many California Universities are reevaluating the way they function and work towards sustainability in areas of energy, waste, water, transportation, and building design to lessen the ecological footprints of their institutions, and

Whereas, HSUäó¢íó_í_Œés recently drafted Master Plan states that HSU will be äó¢íó_äó¢íó_äó¢íó_the campus of choice for individuals who seek, above all else, to improve the human condition and our environmentäó¢íó_í_Œ and that äó¢íó_äó¢íó_äó¢íó_individuals must be environmentally, economically and socially responsible in the quest for viable and sustainable communities,äó¢íó_í_Œ and

Whereas, National and global environmental issues are becoming more grave and there is a growing interest in sustainability efforts within curricula of higher education and K-12, and

Whereas, Humboldt State has long been considered a leader in the study and practice of sustainability and environmental stewardship, and

Whereas, Physical Services staff have expressed and demonstrated that they would be willing to incorporate appropriate student and faculty projects into campus design, but there is no permanent formal liaison between Physical Services staff, faculty and students to facilitate or document such activity, and

Whereas, There are several faculty with extensive experience and expertise in sustainability topics with students who conduct high quality research and create feasible proposals for practical sustainability projects each semester in a myriad of classes across campus, and

Whereas, Humboldt State has an impressive history of student involvement in the pursuit of a healthier and more sustainable campus and community, and

Whereas, There are many students eager for experiential, hands-on learning opportunities with real benefit and utility,

Whereas, There are no current concentrated efforts or effective environmental education programs during orientation to educate incoming students about their personal responsibility regarding environmental issues, and

Whereas, There is no one on the campus who is focusing on PR and Enrollment Management campaigns to recruit potential student leaders in this field or market HSUäó¢íó_í_Œés reputation as a leader in sustainable practices, and

Whereas, Humboldt State staff have little or no extra time to research and coordinate the myriad of projects, programs and funding opportunities available to implement sustainability projects that would save money and reduce environmental impacts of the campus, and

Whereas, Several universities across the state and the nation have already created and have successful sustainability coordinator staff positions to coordinate between students, staff, faculty, administrators and community members, and improve the campusäó¢íó_í_Œés environmental stewardship

Whereas, The creation of a Sustainability Administrator position would increase student awareness of personal environmental responsibility and would aid in making HSU the sustainable institution that it aspires to be, and

Whereas, The creation of a Sustainability Administrator will help increase enrollment, produce financial savings for the University, improve the reputation of HSU as a leader in Sustainability, improve relationships between the city of Arcata and HSU, and improve collaboration between administration, staff, faculty, and students, therefore be it

Resolved, The Associated Students endorses the proposal written to create a full-time staff Sustainability Administrator position, therefore be it further

Resolved, The Associate students of HSU call upon the President and administration of HSU to create a full-time staff position dedicated to sustainability and to seek funding to create such a position, therefore be it further

Resolved, The Associated Students urge the administration to take advantage of HSUäó¢íó_í_Œés historic strength in the area of sustainability by aggressively pursuing a Public Relations and Enrollment Management campaign that highlights Humboldtäó¢íó_í_Œés strengths and successes in environmental stewardship with the help of the Sustainability Administrator; and be it further

Resolved, that copies of this resolution be sent to, but not limited to the following:
HSU President Rollin Richmond, Vice President of Administrative Affairs Carl Coffey, Vice President of Facilities Management Bob Schulz, Vice President of Academic Affairs Richard Vrem, Vice President of Advancement Burt Nordstrom, the HSU Academic Senate, the HSU Budget Committee, Deans, Office of Enrollment Management, Office of Economic and Community Development, The Director of Housing, the California State Student Association, the Arcata City Council, HSU Online News, The Environmental and Social Justice Coalition, The Lumberjack newspaper, and members of the local media.

Authored by:
The Environmental and Social Justice Clubs Coalition

Submitted by:
Krystal Rogers, Green Campus Coordinator

original signatures on file with Associated Students
David Backues
Nicole Alvarado
Legislative Vice President
President

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Resolution In Support of Humboldt State University Energy Independence Fund (HEIF)

Whereas: The Associated Students is the official voice of students at Humboldt State University (HSU), and

Whereas: Executive order 987 issued by Chancellor Reed on August 2, 2006 explicitly stated, "The CSU shall develop a strategic plan for energy procurement and production to reduce energy capacity requirements from the electricity grid and to promote energy independence using available economically feasible technology (solar, wind, biomass) and for on-site generation," and shall "actively seek all available sources of funding for implementing energy efficiency improvement and utilities infrastructure renewal projects."; and,

Whereas: implementation of the HEIF will allow HSU to meet and exceed the Chancellor's own Energy Conservation Goal of reducing energy consumption by 15% by the end of the fiscal year 2009/2010, the Energy Independence Goal of increasing the self generated energy from 26 to 50 megawatts (MW) by 2014, and the Renewable Energy Procurement Goals of procuring 20% of the University's electrical needs from renewable resources by 2010 as stated in Executive Order 987; and,

Whereas: the official Vision Statement of HSU states that the University "will be the campus of choice for individuals who seek above all else to improve the human condition and our environment," and that the University "will be renowned for social and environmental responsibility and action."; and

Whereas: the successful implementation of HEIF will enhance and support the status of Humboldt State University as a pioneer in environmental conservation, which is a leading driver of enrollment for the University ; and

Whereas: during the 2004 Associated Students General Elections HSU students passed, with an overwhelming and unprecedented 86% majority vote the Humboldt Energy Independence Fund (HEIF) Fee ballot initiative, calling for a mandatory student fee which would allow students to design, fund, and implement sustainable energy projects; and

Whereas: the current students of HSU aspire to create a university that is independent from the use of external energy, nonrenewable resources, and other energy sources that cause environmental degradation and social injustice; and therefore be it,

Resolved: the HSU Associated Students demand that Chancellor Reed liberate HSU from the use of external energy sources by allowing it to implement the mandatory fee, approved by students, to fund the HEIF, and be it further

Resolved: the HSU Associated Students demand that Chancellor Reed comply with his own set goals of energy conservation, as well as Executive Order 987, and be it further

Resolved: the HSU Associated Students reiterate our plan to free our campus from dependence on external energy by means of the Humboldt Energy Independence Fund Fee; and be it further

Resolved: that copies of this resolution be sent to, but not limited to, CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed, the CSU Board of Trustees, Senator Wesley Chesbro, Assembly Woman Patty Berg, HSU President Rollin Richmond, Vice President of Administrative Affairs Carl Coffey, the Academic Senate, and the California State Students Association

Authored by the Codirectors and members of the HSU AS Special Project Humboldt Energy Independence Program

_____________________________________ ____________________________________
Brandon Hemenway, Representative Saqib Keval, Representative
College of Professional Studies College of Arts Humanities & Social Sciences

_____________________________________ ____________________________________
Crystal Chaney David Backues
Associated Students President Legislative Vice President

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A Resolution Supporting National Coming Out Day

Approved October 23rd, 2006

Whereas, the Associated Students are the official voice of the students Humboldt State University, and

Whereas, all people should be allowed the freedom to express their sexual and gender identity, and

Whereas, President Richmond publicly supports the need for diversity at HSU

Whereas, the HSU Strategic Plan states that "our future hinges on our ability to support and to enhance diversity"

Whereas, the safety of the people of Humboldt State University is integral for their academic success, and

Whereas, students and faculty from Women's Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Government and Politics, Ethnic Studies, English, and Education came together to form the Multicultural Queer Studies Minor, the first of its kind in the nation to foreground the study of sex, gender and sexuality as they intersect race, ethnicity and class, and

Whereas, The County of Humboldt is home to many queer-friendly and supportive organizations and businesses, including Wildberries, Spectrum at College of the Redwoods, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Redwood Curtain Theatre, the Raven Project, Queer Humboldt, Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, North Coast Rape Crisis Team, North Coast AIDS Project, Marriage Equality USA, Legal Services of Northern California, the L-Word, Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Humboldt Pride Parents, Humboldt Pride, Humboldt Gender Support, Humboldt Domestic Violence Services, Humboldt Community Breast Health Project, the Humboldt Chapter of the Buddhist Peace Fellowship, Humboldt Brews, HIV Kids, the Fruits of Sobriety, First Congregational Church, Evangelical Concerned with Reconciliation, Indigo Nightclub, Arcata Zen Group, the Alibi, and AIDS Drugs Access Program, and

Whereas, Humboldt State University is home to a number of queer-friendly and supportive clubs and organizations, including the Women's Resource Center, the Residents of Culture Council, the Multicultural Center, Housing and Dining Services, and Health and Counseling Services, and

Whereas, Humboldt State University has been home to a queer community club or organization, such as the Queer Student Union, the Family, or GLBTSA, for over thirty years, therefore be it

Resolved, Humboldt State University recognizes October 11 as National Coming Out Day, and therefore be it further

Resolved, Humboldt State University will celebrate this day as an opportunity to celebrate people who have come out, share coming out experiences, and work to make it a safer place for anyone to come out, and therefore be it further

Resolved, Humboldt State University comes out as a queer-friendly and supportive campus, and therefore be it further

Resolved, that copies of this resolution be sent to: President Rollin Richmond, Provost Rick Vrem, Vice Provost Jena' Burges, Vice President Steve Butler, Vice President Carl Coffey, Vice President Robert Gunsalus, Associate Vice President Mike Reilly, Associate Vice President Colleen Mullery, Academic Senate Chair Saeed Mortazavi, General Faculty President Lou Ann Wieand, Director of Housing John Capaccio, Director of Athletics Dan Collen, Academic Support Program Director Randi Darnall Burke, Human Resources Director Mary Fischer, Dean Susan Higgins, Dean Jim Howard, Dean Sharmon Kenyon, Dean Robert Snyder, Interim Dean Chris Hopper, Director of Student Life Rees Hughes, Center for Indian Community Development Director Lois Risling, Public Affairs Director Jane Rogers, Statewide Academic Senator Marshelle Thobaben, and members of campus and the local media.

Authors: Patrick Malloy, Isaac Lopez, Christina Accomando, and Kim Berry

______________________________ _________________________________
Sarah Wood, Representative Stephanie Riddle, Representative
College of Natural Resources and Sciences College of Professional Studies

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RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE FORMATION
OF A CAMPUS TASK FORCE ON COMMITTEES

Approved February 6, 2006

Whereas, The Associated Students is the official voice of the students of Humboldt
State University, and;

Whereas, The University President, the HSU Academic Senate, various campus
auxiliary boards, and the student body of HSU entrusts the Associated
Students Council to nominate qualified and competent student leaders to
serve as student representatives, and;

Whereas, The Associated Students Council reciprocates this trust by a mutual
agreement with the university that appointed students will be utilized
as representatives of the student body, and;

Whereas. The Associated Students Council is held to the expectation of fulfilling
over 105 student representative seats on committees annually, and;

Whereas, It has been brought to the attention of the Associated Students Council that
the following committees have not met this academic year 2005-2006: and;
Educational Equity Committee
Enrollment Management Advisory Committee
Committee for Equal Rights and Diversity
Fields Oversight Committee
HSU Scholarship and Fee Grant Committee
Instructional Communications Advisory Committee
Joint Assessment Committee
Committee on Public Art
Services to Students Coordinating Committee
Services to Students with Disabilities Committee
Student Grievance Committee

Whereas, Appointing students to campus committees that are inactive is a waste of
fiscal and human resources, and;

Whereas, The Associated Students is reliant upon the initiative and cultivation of
student leaders, and its reputation as an efficient governmental body, and;

Whereas, It has been requested of the University President by the Chair of the
Academic Senate that the University in coalition with faculty, staff, and
students, that there be an evaluation and assessment of all campus
committees in regards to their efficiency, necessity, and composition,
and therefore be it further;

Resolved, That the Associated Students is committed to shared governance on
the HSU campus through the means of student representation, and
be it further;

Resolved, That the Associated Students formally request of the University
President Dr. Rollin Richmond the formation of a representative
campus community task force to assess and evaluate all campus
committees by the end of the Spring 2006 semester, therefore
be it further;

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be sent, but not limited to President
Rollin Richmond, all members of the HSU Academic Senate,
Vice President and Provost Rick Vrem, Vice President Steven
Butler, Vice President Coffey, and the Lumberjack News.

Authored by:
Nicole Alvarado
Jacque Lee
Brandon Hemenway

Submitted by:
Jacque Lee, Representative—College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Brandon Hemenway, Representative—College of Professional Studies
David Backues, Legislative Vice President
Nicole Alvarado, President

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RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE "NORTHERN CALIFORNIA COASTAL WILD HERITAGE WILDERNESS ACT"BILL (H.R. 233/ S. 128)

Adopted March 7, 2005

Whereas, the designation of wilderness permanently preserves our Nationäó¢íó_í_Œés remaining
untrammeled federal land; and

Whereas, the "Wild and Scenic River" designation strictly protects our Nation's
outstanding free flowing rivers; and

Whereas, Humboldt State University students and faculty utilize the Act's proposed
wilderness areas for recreational opportunities; and

Whereas, HSU students and faculty of numerous departments engage in study and
conduct research in these proposed wilderness areas; and

Whereas, with the continued urban expansion and population growth on the North
Coast, it is increasingly important to preserve our remaining wild areas; and

Whereas, as student representatives, it is our responsibility to ensure future students
are able to have the experiences in this area that we have been able to; and

Whereas, HSU prides itself on its commitment to natural resource conservation
efforts; therefore be it

Resolved, that the Associated Students formally support the "Northern California
Coastal Wild Heritage Wilderness Act"; and be it further

Resolved, that the Associated Students urge the U.S. Congress to act on this Bill
without delay; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this Resolution be sent to, but not limited to: U.S.
Representative and House Resources Committee Chair Richard Pombo,
U.S. Representative Mike Thompson, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger,
President George W. Bush, CSU Chancellor Charles Reed, HSU President
Rollin C. Richmond, California State Student Association, The Lumberjack
newspaper, and other local media.

Authored by:

Noah Schillo, Representative
College of Natural Resources & Sciences

Approved by:
Kyle Zeck, Legislative Vice President

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