‘HOW'S THE
WEATHER ?

CLIMATE COMMITTEE

INVITES COLLEGE COMMUNITY

The first direct result of the "climate" discussions init-
jated in January is the elimination of a major irritation in the
College - the overwhelmning distraction of the noisy ventilation
system in the Faculty Lounge. We hope that this small beginning
to improve the environment in which we work will encourage
all members of the College to bring forward their recommendat-
jons on other ways in which changes can quickly be implemented.

Many people at the College are aware of the "Climate”

Committee and the meetings it has called. An informal task

- force was struck on January 8 to consider the question of
morale in the College. During the past month students,

_ faculty and support staff have met individually or as a group

_ with members of the administration to discuss problems and seek

| solutions. The "Climate" Committee was not intended to be a

' permanent body, but simply a catalyst for discussion. It will
have its final meeting to consider the recommendations put
forward and then, after suitable follow-up, disband.

Three main areas of concern identified by students were:

Communications
student/faculty - Dialogue between students and faculty is
unsatisfactory. Students wish to receive clearer definitions
of courses, expectations and standards.
Student/student. More inter-divisional exchange is desired.
Students feel there is little opportunity for them to share
ideas, critiques and concerns in either spontaneous exhibit-
ions or social situations.
Student/administration. The structure of committees and the
role and responsibility of students on them needs discussion
and clarification. Circulation of agendas and information
prior to meetings would encourage fuller discussion.