Group Norms for New All Campus PD Committee by Marisol Quevedo, Ed.D.

Be Punctual

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Arrive on time for all meetings to respect everyone's schedule. Starting promptly sets a positive tone and ensures we cover all agenda items efficiently.

Listen Actively

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Give full attention to speakers without interrupting. Active listening builds trust and helps us understand diverse perspectives in our group.

Respect All Voices

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Value contributions from every member, regardless of role or experience. Encourage quieter voices to participate, creating an inclusive environment.

Stay on Topic

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Keep discussions focused on the agenda items. If new ideas arise, note them for future meetings to maintain productivity.

Encourage Collaboration

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Build on others' ideas rather than competing. Teamwork leads to better outcomes and strengthens our group dynamic.

Manage Time Wisely

quevedom4 — 2025-10-17 19:04:36 UTC

Be mindful of time limits for each agenda item. If needed, suggest tabling discussions to keep the meeting on track.

Be accountable

2025-10-17 21:02:42 UTC

If you say you will do something, make sure to do it!

Stay Curious

2025-10-17 21:03:18 UTC

Remain curious about all ideas and perspectives. Rather than "no, that won't work," consider "I wonder how that might work?"

Start and End meetings on time

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Be succinct

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See above ;)

Apply it

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Apply what we are talking about in our meetings to make our campus and our world a better place

Be open-minded

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Welcome new ideas and perspectives, even if they’re different from your own. Approach discussions with curiosity rather than judgment.

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Have realistic expectations.

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If using consensus for decision making - reiterate the decision so everyone has same understanding before the meeting is completed

Value the Student Voice

2025-10-17 21:05:12 UTC

Take time to explain jargon and historical context, acronyms, shared governance etc.

Consider Stakeholders

2025-10-17 21:06:11 UTC

When proposing ideas, consider how everyone in our ocmmunity is impacted and how stakeholders will experience the idea.

Ask questions

2025-10-17 21:06:19 UTC

If you are not sure you understand someone's idea, ask clarifying questions to determine whether you can agree or disagree.

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transparency

Facilitators manage time

2025-10-17 21:24:00 UTC

Facilitators are assertive about keeping to the agenda timeline, gently but firmly interrupting/ guiding as needed.

Time Sensitive Stuff Up Front

wiesek2 — 2025-10-28 01:21:20 UTC

Create an agenda that puts the most time-sensitive work up front, so that we can get those done during our limited time together and not rush through them at the end.