Passed: February 10, 2016

Sponsors: Bruce Lewenstein and the University Faculty Committee (UFC)

Senate Discussions: February 10, 2016

A RESOLUTION TO HONOR JOSEPH A. BURNS FOR HIS SERVICE AS DEAN OF THE FACULTY

Whereas Joseph A. Burns has contributed three and a half years as Dean of the Faculty; and

Whereas the Office of the Dean of the University Faculty serves as the nerve center for more than 1700+ members of the University Faculty; and

Whereas Joseph A. Burns has served the University Faculty admirably in matters pertaining to representing and advocating the interests of faculty to the President, the Trustees, and the University community; guiding activities of the Faculty Senate and carrying out its decisions; being available to faculty, students and to members of the University community to help resolve various problems that arose as well as many other administrative issues;

Therefore Be it Resolved that the University Faculty Senate on behalf of the University Faculty extends its sincere gratitude to Joseph A. Burns for the loyal and valuable service he has rendered during his three and a half years as the Dean of the University Faculty; and

Therefore Be It Further Resolved that the University Faculty Senate extends its heartfelt thanks to Joseph A. Burns and best wishes for good health.