Year 2003

Grassroots Lobbying

Last Wednesday as budget negotiations began in earnest, the Council of Chancellors convened in Sacramento and concluded the day with personal visits to key legislators from both houses. The visits were an opportunity for Chancellors to discuss the effects of…

DFA Board Elections

According to DFA bylaws, it is time for DFA Board elections. The Nominating committee, consisting of Alan Jackman, Lenora Timm, and William Lucas, have selected the following slate of candidates to fill DFA Board positions as listed below with the…

Report on the UC Budget Discussions

Discussion of  the UC budget is heating up in legislative budget hearings and in meetings of the UC Regents. While testimony is being taken, no real action is expected until after the May Revise. In addition to  concerns about enrollment…