Parent Advisory

Parent Advisory Council Meeting Agenda
9-10-05, 3 -5 p.m., Mott 206

1.   Welcome and Introductions
         Donald Tuski, President
         Mark Veich, Director of Institutional Advancement
         Linda McWright, Vice President & Dean of Student Life
         Norma Curtis, Vice President & Academic Dean

2. Institutional Advancement Office ö Mark Veich

3. Purpose ö Linda McWright

To involve parents and guardians in the Olivet College community and serve as resources to the college and its students.
To assist parents and guardians with support and tools as they adjust to their childâs college transition.
To build stronger communication between parents and guardians and the college.
To identify and address college related needs and concerns involving their sons and/or daughters.
To inform parents and guardians of the collegeâs programs and events and encourage participation.
To serve as ambassadors for the college and support Olivet in strategic and development initiatives in your local areas.

4. Web page construction ö Linda McWright

5. Current issues/trends of Parent Advisory Council - Dr. McWright

6.   Small group brainstorming ö Dean Curtis
         What do we want to do?
         What can we accomplish this year?
         What can we accomplish next year?

7. Large group discussion ö Dean Norma Curtis

8. Parent Advisory goals for 2005/2006 ö Dr. McWright & Dean Curtis

9.   Parent Advisory position openings ö Dean Curtis
        Chair
        Co-Chair

10. Schedule and list topics for next meeting ö Dr .McWright & Dean Curtis

11. Complementary Tailgate Dinner

12. Staff the Parent Advisory table

13. Reserved Stadium Seating