Klaich Going to Bat for Higher Education: What Can You Do?
"Call to Arms in Nevada"
http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2010/02/12/nevada
State's chancellor tried the low-key approach to persuading political leaders not to gut higher ed. Now, facing 20% cut, he's sounding the alarm.
A special session has been called for the last week in February. Now is the time that our legislators need to hear from those who elect them. Let them know how further cuts in higher ed would affect you, your families, the community, the future of Nevada. Let them know that they need to support education and that needs to include higher education. Encourage your friends and family to do the same.
As you speak or write to your legislator here are a few points to emphasize:
- Even under normal or good economic conditions, UNLV has been underfunded.
- UNLV has already been crippled by the significant budget cuts made in the past two years. You can cite your role at the university and the adverse affects on the student experience you have personally observed. Further cuts are simply unsustainable.
- UNLV has implemented a number of efficiency measures to ensure that we are good stewards of our resources.
Your story, told in a letter, e-mail or phone call, could make a difference. Stay informed and learn how to get involved through the Budget Updates website. The website’s resources can also help you find contact information for your state representatives.
In the meantime, continue to reach out to your Professional Staff Committee representative with your questions and ideas.
Important Dates
February 23, 2010: Special Session of the Legislature
February 23, 2010: Faculty Senate meeting (special guest: Regent Wixom)
and President's Advisory Council meeting
March 4-5, 2010: Board of Regents Meeting (College of Southern Nevada,
Charleston Campus)
President’s Professional Staff Member of the Year Award/h3>
The ProStaff Committee will be accepting nominations for the 2010 President’s Professional Staff Member of the Year Award.
All of the necessary materials: instructions, contact information sheet, and nomination form are available now.
Shellie Brattain – Chair
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