Whereas, Workforce preparation is one of the missions of California community colleges;
Whereas, The Economic and Workforce Development Program (EWDP) is a pivotal organization for the development of new curriculum and programs;
Whereas, Faculty participate in EWDP minimally, as advisory board members; and
Whereas, The faculty expertise (via the Academic Senate) is an underused resource that could serve as a statewide liaison between the faculty and EWDP;
Resolved, That the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges work with the EWDP Advisory Committee and the System Office to develop strategies to increase faculty participation and strengthen the faculty voice in the discussions held in the Economic and Workforce Development Program (EWDP) Advisory Committee. MSC Disposition: Local Senates