Resolution 19-02, Honoring Chancellor Carol Folt
RESOLUTION OF THE EMPLOYEE FORUM
THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
February 6, 2019
WHEREAS, the Mission of the Employee Forum is to constructively address the concerns of the Employees of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; and
WHEREAS, these concerns include the recognition of individuals who have distinguished themselves in service to the University community, and to encourage similar achievement among the remainder of the community’s members; and
WHEREAS, when the accomplishments of an individual are combined with an extraordinary application of power and influence on behalf of the Employees of our University, true leadership requires a fitting acknowledgment; and
WHEREAS, in matters of great significance, this individual has demonstrated commitment, courage and respect to create a safer and more inclusive environment for Employees, Faculty and Students of this University; and
WHEREAS, these matters include, but are not limited to, an honest invitation to participate in difficult but necessary conversations regarding the Confederate Monument that have far-reaching implications for our Employees, our University and our Community; and
WHEREAS, this individual has consulted and supported this Forum habitually in her duties as Chancellor of our University; and,
WHEREAS, this individual recognized the voice of Staff Employees by thoughtfully considering Employee Forum Resolution 18-04 which recommended “permanent removal of the confederate monument (“Silent Sam”) and its base from campus” in her decision on January 14th to remove the base of the monument and the tablets; and
WHEREAS, this individual has served the entire University community with distinction, dignity and honor through difficult times and in so doing has demonstrated courageous leadership for this institution;
THEREFORE BE IT NOW RESOLVED that the Employee Forum hereby confers lifelong honorary Delegate status upon Chancellor Carol Folt, along with an open invitation to attend and participate in future deliberations of this body.
Signed on behalf of the Delegates of the Employee Forum
Shayna Hill, Chair