THE

UNIVERSITY

OF RHODE ISLAND

FACULTY SENATE

Resolution #08-09--11

On May 14, 2008, the Faculty Senate of the University of Rhode Island adopted the following resolution in honor of Celest A. Martin Chairperson of the Faculty Senate for 2008-09

Whereas: Chairperson Celest A. Martin has served the Faculty Senate with diligence, tenacity, grace, and good humor; and

Whereas: She has demonstrated her ability as a strong and skillful leader in the face of a variety of challenging circumstances and kept her head while some about her were losing theirs; and

Whereas: She has represented the faculty's interests and concerns and enhanced the shared governance process through:

∑ Her consistent advocacy for matters of concern to the faculty at meetings of the JSPC and elsewhere,

∑ Her service as a member of the Presidential Search Committee

∑ Her attendance at meetings of the Board of Governors

∑ Her work with the Provost to establish a series of Faculty Forums to enhance collaboration and a sense of community between and among faculty

∑ Her participation in the deliberations of the Ad Hoc Committee on the site of the Research Park

Therefore, Be It Resolved that the 2008-2009 Faculty Senate expresses its appreciation to Celest A. Martin for her warmth, wisdom and outstanding service to the Senate and the faculty as a whole.