2. Why do we need to write the
letter?
Policy 2.3
◦ Students shall have the opportunity for
representation on system, college, and university
committees involving or affecting student interests
and shall have the opportunity to review or be
consulted on issues that have significant impact on
students.
What are some other reasons?
◦ Lets brainstorm!
3. Resources:
Sample Letter
Guidelines for Writing Your
Consultation Letter
Take a minute to review these resources.
Writing Your Letter
5. What to include
◦ You MUST comment on the process
◦ You MAY comment on the budget
components
◦ Names of the key players
◦ Dates
◦ Clarity and honesty about the
process
Guidelines
7. DRAFT: April 17, 2015
◦ hkolkind@mscsa.org
FINAL: May 1,2015
◦ Debbie.Goldschmitz@so.mnscu.edu
◦ CC: hkolkind@mscsa.org
Where to send the letter
8. Read past letters:
Is it effective?
◦ How?
◦ Why not?
◦ Does it meet all of our guidelines?
How could it be improved?
Past Letter Assessment
10. When is the draft due?
◦April 17, 2015
When is the final due?
◦May 1, 2015
Great!
What do you do if you have questions?
◦ Email Me! hkolkind@mscsa.org
Remember…
Editor's Notes
Policy
Procedure 2.3.1
Why do we need to write the letter?
Brainstorm reasons
Ensure student involvement
Encourage dialogue and shared governance
Build student-centered budgets
Manage resources wisely
Professional Letter
Letterhead
Signature block
Date
Your contact information
What to include
You MUST comment on the process
Good/Bad
Why
You MAY comment on budget components
Senate vote and position
Names of players
Dates
Clarity and honesty about the process