Chair: Michelle Harris
Co-Chair: Phyllis Holloway
Mission Statement:
In coordination with the director and other LP² committees, the Admissions Committee works to create a dynamic and diversified membership that will contribute to the continued excellence of LP².
Objectives for the Next Two-Years:
To admit applicants who will actively take a role in building community, taking on leadership on committees and special interest groups and in creating challenging and interesting study groups. The committee is committed to the expansion of a diverse and inclusive population of life-long learners and friends.
Committee Activities:
- Organize and participate in information sessions about LP 2 and the admissions process.
- Recommend qualified applicants to the director.
- Seek feedback on the success of admitted new members to improve the information and admissions process.
- Work with other related committees to encourage the recruitment and welcoming of new members.
Desirable Skills and Experience for Committee:
- A commitment to peer learning.
- Knowledge of LP² history, mission, and structure.
- Strong interviewing and listening skills.
- Ability to write succinct evaluations of interview results.
- Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in LP² membership.
Committee Member Selection Process and Terms:
- Committee members must have been a member of LP² for at least 2 years.
- Committee members must have coordinated a study group.
- Committee members are chosen by the committee chairs in consultation with committee members and the director.
- Announcements of openings for the committee will be posted in The Observer.
[Fall 2021]
