Spectrum Center Student Advisory Board 2009-2010

Purpose

The Spectrum Center Student Advisory Board will serve as a space for students to address the needs and concerns of LGBTQA individuals on the University of Michigan campus. Consisting of students who represent a wide range of academic levels, disciplines and social identities, the body will examine the institutional climate for LGBTQA students and explore ways to enhance students' experience. In its capacity as a voice of the LGBTQA student population, the board will serve as an important resource to help guide the work of the Spectrum Center.

Two of the previous year's accomplishments include the submission of a formal proposal for gender-neutral housing options, and the development of resources for international LGBTQA students in a forum entitled International + LGBT. Now in its second year, the board invites new members to continue developing well-informed proposals for change based on ongoing and emerging concerns, both shared and specific.

Composition and Format of Board

1.) The Board will be composed of a diverse group of both undergraduate and graduate students. All students on the Board are selected through an application process.

2.) Additional individuals from across the University may attend as invited guests.

3.) Students will have the responsibility to inform the board on issues identified by the group in addition to providing recommendations for resolution.

Organization

1.) One year renewable terms (September- August)

2.) Every year the Board will have an Orientation Retreat. Topics which students would like to see addressed during the upcoming year will be discussed with suggestions/ requests from Co-Chairs.

3.) Meetings will occur on average every other week. Dates for 2009-2010:

4.) Regular participation in the Board's activities will be essential. Therefore, if an individual misses more than two meetings, the individual may be dismissed.

5.) Minutes from the meetings will be posted on a CTools website for all to view, including any presentations or proposals presented to the group.

6.) The Student Advisory Board will have a multi-faceted blog designed to record and advance critical perspectives on issues under discussion. It will create a more open environment for discussion through networking and exchange with identified peer groups on campus and with other institutions.

Spectrum Center Application

2009-2010 Application Process:

1.) Applications for 2009-2010 Board are currently available and are due no later than September 17, 2009. Decisions will be made by Friday, September 25, 2009. Final decisions will be made by the co-chairs.

Please address any inquiries to: Vikram Shah, vikshah@umich.edu or Jackie Simpson, jdsimps@umich.edu

Getting Your Voice Heard

Resources

DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
6015 Fleming Administration Building
University of Michigan 48109-1340
Voice: 734-764-5132
Fax: 734-763-7320
Questions / Comments:
assist-me@umich.edu