Thought priding itself on updating its technology, the Faculty still falls prey to computer problems.
Serious technical problems with Project ADAPT, the new University-wide online financial program, and delays in implementing the new HOLLIS network will all receive Faculty attention this year.
In another part of the letter, Knowles wrote about his desire to encourage every first-year to take a seminar-style course. Given the way Freshmen Seminars are structured, not all first-years who want to take the courses can do so.
Dean of the College Harry R. Lewis '68 said that the possibility of such a proposal has not yet left the drawing board.
"We're still early in the discussion stage," Lewis said. "We are just beginning to think about it."
Another major goal for the next year, Knowles wrote, is to ensure the best use of the space currently available.
After Knowles read his letter, he challenged faculty members to answer some of the questions posed in his letter.
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