Quality Leadership Team Meeting 

July 18, 2012, 11:00 a.m.

I. The meeting was called to order by Elizalde at 11:00 p.m. Present were Elizalde, Espinoza, Johnson, Ramirez, and Atkins. Cude arrived at approximately 11:45 and Espinoza left at approximately the same time for another commitment.
II. The minutes were reviewed and no changes were recommended.
III. Items from last meeting including Dr. Goldstein’s SACS Advisory visit and Fletcher’s data report were reviewed because of poor attendance at the last meeting. Elizalde advised that summer is a difficult time for meetings and appreciated Atkins’ commitment as she is technically off in the summer. Atkins was asked to continue on the committee after her tenure as president of the Faculty Senate expires so that she may continue to lend her expertise. Committee was also asked to suggest other data needed.
IV. Exstrom was not present so report was tabled on Student Success Course Structure.
V. University Of Houston QEP Possibility Format was presented and related to QEP request for Goldstein’s visit. Committee thought it was good format to present the options for Success course structure.
VI. Elizalde noted that Johnson has accepted the position as chair of the QEP and that she would transition to a committee member. As a result she suggested that Johnson should appoint Sub-Committee to propose Student Success course structure and focus.
VII. Dr. Belle Wheelan’s QEP presentation was reviewed with Dr. Espinoza providing insight into its focus and presentation intent. The committee felt the current QEP is in line with early requirements.
VIII. Committee was reminded that SACS documents are available on the BlackBoard site and they were encouraged to share others. Discussion
IX. Committee had no questions, comments, or concerns.
X. Johnson will designate next meeting in advance of the convocation scheduled for August 24th so that the presentation can be reviewed. Members were encouraged to suggest agenda items for the next meeting.
XI. The committee adjourned at 12:05.