A committee appointed by President Sorensen to examine the feasibility of a merger between the College of Liberal Arts and the College of Science and Mathematics has begun its work and plans to report its findings by the end of September.
“We’re considering the feasibility of a merger with an open mind,” said committee co-chair Madilyn Fletcher. “We’re trying to get as much input as we can from the University community and seeking information from people outside the University who have experience with combined colleges of science and arts.”
To assess the potential opportunities, benefits, and disadvantages presented by such a merger, the committee is encouraging faculty, staff, and students to attend two forums scheduled for 3 p.m. Sept. 3 and 12:30 p.m. Sept. 8. in Room 011 Calcott.
Comments can also be e-mailed to mergercommittee@gwm.sc.edu, preferably before Aug. 31 and no later than Sept. 19. Those e-mailing comments should include their name and departmental affiliation; comments will be kept in confidence within the committee.
Comments are encouraged to address the following questions:
- What are the possible advantages and disadvantages of a merger with respect to research and scholarship, teaching, the undergraduate experience, service to the community, and other elements of the University’s mission?
- If a merger were to take place, what would be needed for its successful implementation?
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