Spring 2009
Committee:
President, Academic Senate Liaisons
Whereas, The most significant expense of most California community colleges students is the cost of textbooks, often exceeding enrollment fees;
Whereas, Unwarranted price increases in textbooks are forced upon the student population due to the untimely submission of requisition requests by professors; and
Whereas, The elevated prices of textbooks often cause students to drop classes or refrain from initial enrollment;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges work with the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges to enforce the instructor’s submission of textbook requisitions by assigned dates causing ample time to purchase and acquire titles;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges urge the local academic senates and the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges to cooperate with the California Association of College Stores Community College Committee in making sure that there is active enforcement.
Whereas, Unwarranted price increases in textbooks are forced upon the student population due to the untimely submission of requisition requests by professors; and
Whereas, The elevated prices of textbooks often cause students to drop classes or refrain from initial enrollment;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges work with the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges to enforce the instructor’s submission of textbook requisitions by assigned dates causing ample time to purchase and acquire titles;
Resolved, That the Student Senate for California Community Colleges urge the local academic senates and the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges to cooperate with the California Association of College Stores Community College Committee in making sure that there is active enforcement.
Status
Not feasible. Discussions with the Chancellor's Office were held, however the fee calculation formula is set by state law. The flexibility given to districts allows for differences in the cost of living adjustment across the state and is a local decision made by districts.