ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
MINUTES OF SENATE COUNCIL MEETING

December 20, 2017

FINAL

PRESENT: Drs. Allen Spiegel, Jeffrey Segall, Elyse Sussman, Julia Arnsten, John Blanchard, Ellie Schoenbaum, Victor Schuster, Pamela Stanley, Steve Walkley, Elena Martynova, Ed Burns, Allison Ludwig, Ms Nina Flerin

EXCUSED: Drs. Jill Crandall, Johanna Daily, Chandan Guha, Nadine Katz, Mr. Paul Johnston

ABSENT:

GUEST: Ms Shelly Motzkin

The scheduled presentation by Gordon Earle on Einstein publicity was delayed due to his having a viral infection. With respect to publicity the upcoming Einstein magazine will cover some of the strengths of the virology programs at Einstein.

A range of topics were discussed. DACA students at Einstein are doing well. With respect to possible changes in tax status of graduate student tuition waivers, several alternatives are being considered. Preparation for the accreditation site visit is proceeding. The search for the cancer center director is continuing.

The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Jeffrey E. Segall, Ph.D.
Speaker, Einstein Senate