MISSOURI WESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
Governance Advisory Council Report
2016-2017
November 18, 2016
Volume 41, No. 3
GOVERNANCE ADVISORY COUNCIL
November 15, 2016
Attendees: Dr. Ben Caldwell, Dr. Doug Davenport, Alec Guy, Barb Harris, Dr. Mike Lane, Dr.
Steve Lorimor, Dr. Murray Nabors, Connor Samenus, Tara Stoll
Others: Susan Bracciano, Dr. Judy Grimes, Elaine Bryant
GAC #16-07 – Meningitis Immunization Policy
Source of Proposal:
Student Affairs
Purpose of Proposal: Policy Revision
Current Policy or Procedure: MWSU Policy Guide, University Policies, Meningitis Immunization
Policy
Purpose:
College students, especially first-year college students living in residence halls, are at an slightly
increased risk for meningococcal disease compared with other persons of the same age. This
policy is in compliance with Senate Bill No.umber 716748, 2014, Section 174.335, RSMo, effective
July 1, 2015 and revised 2016. and the Centers for Disease Control
& Prevention recommendations and will take effect beginning fall 2015.
Definitions:
Matriculation:
Admission at MWSU
Policy:
1. Upon matriculation at Missouri Western State University, aAll students who plan to
reside in Missouri Western State University on-campus housing are required to must
have received the meningococcal conjugate vaccine unless a signed statement of medical
or religious exemption is on file with the Esry Student Health Center.
a. A student shall be exempted from the immunization requirement upon signed
certification by a doctor licensed under chapter 334, indicating that either the
immunization would seriously endanger the student’s health or life or the
student has physician’s documentation of disease or laboratory evidence of
immunity to the disease.
b. A student shall be exempted from the immunization requirement if the student
s/he objects in writing to the institution’s administration that immunization
violates theirhis or her religious beliefs.
2.
The Esry Student Health Center shall maintain records on the meningococcal
vaccination status of every student residing in on-campus housing at the university.
3.
The meningococcal vaccine may be provided by a student’s personal physician, or it may
be administered in the Esry Student Health Center. The cost of the vaccination is the student’s
responsibility.
b. Missouri Western considers a vaccine received within 5 years before
matriculation as valid.
i. If this vaccine was administered before the student’s 16th birthday, a
booster dose is recommended before residing on campus.
c. Students must be revaccinated every five years with the meningococcal vaccine
for it to be effective. It is each individual student’s responsibility to ensure their
vaccinations are up-to-date.
a. For students who receive the first dose at age 11- 12 years, a one-time booster
dose must be administered, generally at age 16. Students who receive their first
dose of meningococcal vaccine at or after age 16 years do not need a booster
dose.
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3. All immunization information will be collected by oInformation related to a student’s
health record can be delivered in person tor may be sent to Residence Life, & / or the Esry
Student Health Center, faxed to the Health Center (816) 271-4498 or sent via mail to the
Esry Student Health Center, Missouri Western State University, 4525 Downs, Drive, St.
Joseph, MO 64507.. staff, who will submit them to the Esry Student Health Center
personnel for review.
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4. No student shall be allowed to move intoStudents are expected to provide
either proof of the immunization or have filed a waiver prior to moving in to on-campus
housing until proof of the immunization has been received or an exemption is on file..
SFailure of students who fail to complete the meningitis immunization or
exemption will result in a have a notification sent to the student via official MWSU email
accounts, and a hold placed on their enrollment for the subsequent semester until the
immunization has been completed or a waiver is on file. The student will not be permitted
to maintain enrollment in the subsequent semester until this is completed.student will not
be permitted to maintain enrollment in the subsequent semester. As a contracted
residential student, all on-campus housing charges will apply, even if the student is unable
to move in due to his or her non-compliance.
5. In the case of a confirmed meningitis case, the University will follow the contagious /
communicable disease policy.
Resources: CDC, Community Settings as a Risk Factor,
http://www.cdc.gov/meningococcal/about/risk
- community.html
Proposed Policy or Procedure:
Purpose:
College students, especially first-year college students living in residence halls, are at an
increased risk for meningococcal disease compared with other persons of the same age. This
policy is in compliance with Missouri Senate Bill No. 716, Section 174.335, RSMo, effective July 1,
2015 and revised 2016.
Policy:
1.
All students who plan to reside in Missouri Western State University on-campus housing
are required to receive the meningococcal vaccine unless a signed statement of medical or religious
exemption is on file with the Esry Student Health Center.
a. A student shall be exempted from the immunization requirement upon signed
certification by a doctor licensed under chapter 334, indicating that either the
immunization would seriously endanger the student’s health or life or the student
has documentation of disease or laboratory evidence of immunity to the disease.
b.
A student shall be exempted from the immunization requirement if the student
objects in writing to the institution’s administration that the immunization violates
their religious beliefs.
2.
The Esry Student Health Center shall maintain records on the meningococcal vaccination
status of every student residing in on-campus housing at the university.
3.
The meningococcal vaccine may be provided by a student’s personal physician, or it may be
administered in the Esry Student Health Center. The cost of the vaccination is the student’s
responsibility.
a.
For students who receive the first dose at age 11- 12 years, a one-time booster
dose must be administered, generally at age 16. Students who receive their first
dose of meningococcal vaccine at or after age 16 years do not need a booster
dose.
4.
Information related to a student’s health record can be delivered in person to the Esry
Student Health Center, faxed to the Health Center (816) 271-4498 or sent via mail to the Esry
Student Health Center, Missouri Western State University, 4525 Downs, Drive, St. Joseph, MO
64507.
5.
Students are expected to provide either proof of the immunization or have filed a waiver
prior to moving in to on-campus housing.
a.
Students who fail to complete the meningitis immunization or waiver will have a
hold placed on their enrollment for the subsequent semester until the immunization
has been completed or a waiver is on file.
6.
In the case of a confirmed meningitis case, the University will follow the contagious /
communicable disease policy.
Resources: CDC, Community Settings as a Risk Factor
http://www.cdc.gov/meningococcal/about/riskcommunity.html
GAC Summary:
This proposal will be forwarded to the President for his approval.
Presidential Action: This proposal was signed by the President on November 18, 2016.
GAC #16-08 – Esry Student Health Center & Immunization/Screening Information
Source of Proposal:
Purpose of Proposal:
Student Affairs
For Information
Current Policy or Procedure: Student Handbook, pages 29-30
ESRY STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv
The Esry Student Health Center is located on the second floor of Blum Union in Room 203. A
nurse practitioner and nursing staff are available to provide assistance with health care needs
through diagnosis and treatment, immunizations, health counseling, and specialist referral
services. The Health Center also offers a variety of educational pamphlets and information.
Health records are maintained with STRICT CONFIDENTIALITY.
All new first-time students are required to complete the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and
submit it to Esry Student Health Center.
Students desiring campus residential housing are required to provide a completed
Health History Form, a Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and the Immunization
Documentation Form signed by their health care provider before being allowed to
move into the residence halls. The policy and forms may be found at
www.missouriwestern.edu/HealthServ/. International students that do not plan to live
on campus should complete the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and the Health History
Form and submit them to the Esry Student Health Center, 4525 Downs Drive – Blum
203, St. Joseph, MO 64507.
All new first-time students are required to complete the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and
submit it to Esry Student Health Center.
The Health Center is open 8:00-4:30, Monday through Friday. Contact the Health Center
at (816) 271-4495 for information regarding nurse practitioner hours and appointments or other
questions.
IMMUNIZATIONS/SCREENING REQUIRED
www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv/immunizationpolicy/
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All new first-time students are required to complete the Tuberculosis Risk
Assessment and submit it to Esry Student Health Center. Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ) regarding the Tuberculosis Screening
QuestionnaireQuestionnaire may be found under the Frequently Asked
Questions tab.
Students desiring on-campus housing are also required to complete the Meningitis
Immunization Documentation Form signed by their health care provider or the
Immunization Waiver Form. The policy and forms may be found at
www.missouriwestern.edu/HealthServ/immunization-policy. These documents
should be turned into the Esry Student Health Center prior to moving into the
residence halls.
MWSU students residing in the residence halls are required to provide a completed Health
History Form, a Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire and the Immunization Documentation
Form or other official immunization records such as Health Department, physician office,
hospital or school. These documents must be turned into the Esry Student Health Center.
These forms are to be completed before being allowed to move into the residence halls.
Required Recommended Immunizations:
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Measles/Mumps, Rubella (MMR) – 2 doses, the first given at age one year or later;
the second at least 4 weeks after the first for students born in 1957 or later
Meningococcal disease (Menactra within last 5 years)
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Tetanus-Diphtheria-acelluar pertussis (Tdap) within the last 10 years
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Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire (PPD) – All new students are to
complete the Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire and return to the Esry
Student Health Center. International students will receive tuberculosis testing
upon arrival at MWSU. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding
Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire may be found under the Frequently
Asked Questions tab.
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See the list of Recommended Immunizations at _________
All forms are available at www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv/forms/
Students who have ever had a positive tuberculin skin test, must submit a physician signed chest
x-ay report with their health and immunizations records, prior to move-in to confirm the
absence of active disease.
Students who object to immunizations because of cultural, religious, or medical reasons must
provide a completed exemption waiver request. Please visit our website
at www.missouriwestern.edu/HealthServ/ for a copy of the MWSU waiver.
All documentation must should be submitted to Esry Student Health Center, 4525 Downs
Drive-Blum 203, St. Joseph, MO 64507 prior to moving in; or fax to (816) 271-4498. Failure to
provide this information may delay your check-in.
Proposed Policy or Procedure:
ESRY STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv
The Esry Student Health Center is located on the second floor of Blum Union in Room 203. A
nurse practitioner and nursing staff are available to provide assistance with health care needs
through diagnosis and treatment, immunizations, health counseling, and specialist referral
services. The Health Center also offers a variety of educational pamphlets and information.
Health records are maintained with STRICT CONFIDENTIALITY.
The Health Center is open 8:00-4:30, Monday through Friday. Contact the Health Center at (816)
271-4495 for information regarding nurse practitioner hours and appointments or other
questions.
IMMUNIZATIONS/SCREENING REQUIRED
www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv/immunization-policy/
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All new first-time students are required to complete the Tuberculosis Risk
Assessment and submit it to Esry Student Health Center. Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ) regarding the Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire may be
found under the Frequently Asked Questions tab.
Students desiring on-campus housing are also required to complete the Meningitis
Immunization Documentation Form signed by their health care provider or the
Immunization Waiver Form. The policy and forms may be found at
www.missouriwestern.edu/HealthServ/immunization-policy. These documents
should be turned into the Esry Student Health Center prior to moving into the
residence halls.
Recommended Immunizations:
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See the list of Recommended Immunizations at www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv
All forms are available at www.missouriwestern.edu/healthserv/forms/
Students who object to immunizations because of cultural, religious, or medical reasons must
provide a completed exemption waiver request. Please visit our website
at www.missouriwestern.edu/HealthServ for a copy of the MWSU waiver.
All documentation should be submitted to the Esry Student Health Center, 4525 Downs DriveBlum 203, St. Joseph, MO 64507 prior to moving in; or fax to (816) 271-4498.
GAC Summary:
This proposal will be forwarded to the President for his approval.
Presidential Action: This proposal was signed by the President on November 18, 2016.
GAC #16-09 – Updating Student Directory Information
Source of Proposal:
Registrar
Purpose of Proposal: For Information
Current Policy or Procedure: MWSU Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs, Right &
Responsibilities
Missouri Western State University defines directory information as:
name;
mailing address;
telephone;
campus e-mail address;
date of birth (month/day);
major or field of study;
dates of attendance;
enrollment status;
anticipated graduation date;
classification;
degrees awarded;
honors awarded;
previous institutions attended;
participation in activities/sports;
weight/height of athletes.
Proposed Policy or Procedure:
For clarification purposes:
Missouri Western State University defines directory information as:
Name;
mailing address;
phone numbers;
campus e-mail address;
date of birth (month/day);
major or field of study;
dates of attendance;
enrollment status;
anticipated graduation date;
classification;
degrees awarded;
honors awarded;
previous institutions attended;
participation in activities/sports;
weight/height of athletes.
GAC Summary:
This proposal will be forwarded to the President for his approval.
Presidential Action: This proposal was signed by the President on November 18, 2016.
GAC #16-10 – Fall 2016 Graduate Curriculum Proposals
Source of Proposal:
Graduate Council
Purpose of Proposal:
For Information
Current Policy or Procedure:
Proposed Policy or Procedure:
The Following Table includes a summary of course revisions, new course proposals and graduate program
revisions approved by the Graduate Council during the Fall 2016 curriculum review.
Proposal #
Brief Description
BUS 112
Proposal type
Program
Revision
EML 113
New Program
Add Technical Communications Certificate – 15 credits, online
NUR 114
Course Revision
Renumber NUR 604 to 505
NUR 115
CSMP 116
Course Revision
Program
Revision
Renumber NUR 605 to 507
Information Technology Assurance Administration Program Revision - renumber
courses and pre-requisite changes
CSMP 117
Course Revision
Change pre-requisites to CSC 500
CSMP 118
Course Revision
Course number change to CSC 620 to 520
CSMP 119
Course Revision
Change pre-requisites to CSC 550
CSMP 120
Course Revision
Course number change to CSC 670 to 570
CSMP 121
Course Revision
Course number change to CSC 680 to 580
CSMP 122
Course Revision
Pre-requisite/course description change CSC 625
CSMP 123
Course Revision
Change pre-requisites to CSC 630
CSMP 124
Course Revision
Change pre-requisites to CSC 640
Add General Business option to MBA - 9 credits of elective credit
CSMP 125
Course Revision
Change pre-requisites/course description change to CSC 694
CSMP 126 Course Revision Pre-requisite change/course description change CSC 695
There are no costs for the proposed changes.
Changes would be effective for the 2017-2018 catalog year.
GAC Summary:
One correction was noted. Proposal EML 113 is not a New Program; it
should be listed as a Program Revision. With the correction, this proposal will be forwarded to the
President for his approval.
Presidential Action: This proposal was signed by the President on November 18, 2016.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennie McDonald
Secretary