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The purpose of a Town Hall event is to gather students, faculty, and staff to actively participate in Q&A and dialogue about matters that shape our campus community. This event is hosted by the Dean of Students in collaboration with the Student Government Association at Liberty University. The Town Hall serves as a platform for Liberty University administration to share updates, initiatives, and important information, while also fostering an environment for attendees to express their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. Through this collaborative exchange, we aim to promote transparency, strengthen community bonds, and work collectively toward enhancing the student experience at Liberty University. Your voice matters, and we invite you to be a part of these empowering conversations as we impact the future of our institution.

Town Hall Guidelines:

Adherence to university values: Attendees should adhere to the values of Liberty University, including demonstrating biblical character in any speech or action
Respectful behavior: Attendees should behave respectfully toward each other and the university’s administrators. This includes using appropriate and respectful language (i.e., no derogatory or offensive comments) and refraining from interrupting others.
Time management: To respect everyone’s time during the open mic segment, there will be a one-minute allotment for each person at the microphone. Only one question is permitted; rebuttals or follow-up questions will not be permitted. To be fair to all, each participant will only speak once. Grandstanding will not be permitted.
Preparedness: Each open mic participant should research their topic beforehand and be prepared to ask their questions clearly and succinctly.
Cooperation: Attendees should cooperate with the organizers to ensure the event runs smoothly.

Note: Failure to abide by these guidelines will forfeit participation in the town hall event and may result in the offending participant being reported to Community Life for disciplinary action.

April 13, 2023

Attendees

- - Dr. Mark Hyde – Dean of Students
  - Dr. Greg Dowell – Vice President of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity
  - Dr. Dustin Dubose – Executive Director of Student Life
  - Dr. Mark Hine – Executive Vice President of Student Affairs
  - Dr. Brian Yates – Vice Provost for Residential Programs
  - Pastor Josh Rutledge – Vice President of Spiritual Development
  - Ashley Reich – Vice President of Equity and Compliance
  - Ronald Sloan – Vice President of Security and Public Safety
  - Louis Cambeletta – Vice President of Auxiliary Services

Q/A

- - The University’s relationship with third-party vendors
  - The housing selection process for Community Group Leaders
  - Curfew check purpose and process
  - Access to the MK scholarship for unrecognized students
  - Removing companies from campus who promote a political agenda
  - The content of the Liberty Way
  - Honors students being made unaware during the room renewal process of the early national merit housing

August 28, 2023

Attendees

- - President Dondi Coston
  - Chancellor Jonathan Falwell
  - Dr. Mark Hyde – Dean of Students
  - Dr. Dustin Dubose – Executive Director of Student Life
  - Louis Cambeletta – Vice President of Auxiliary Services
  - Marcus Tinsley – Vice President of Security & Public Safety

Q/A

- - The University’s goals
  - Strategic planning process
  - Tuition costs
  - Politics on campus
  - The Liberty Way (dress code, dancing, and curfew)
  - Selection of Convocation guests
  - Capacity analysis of the University
  - Plans for the old dining hall
  - Campus safety while respecting privacy
  - Increased awareness for cultural heritage months
  - Opportunities for students to grow in leadership skills

February 19, 2024

Attendees

- - President Dondi Costin
  - Marcus Tinsley – Vice President of Security and Public Safety
  - Louis Cambeletta – Vice President of Auxiliary Services
  - Dr. Dustin Dubose – Executive Director of Student Life
  - Dr. Mark Hine – Executive Vice President of Student Affairs
  - Dr. Mark Hyde – Dean of Students
  - Dr. Greg Dowell – Vice President of LU One
  - Dan Deter – Senior Vice President of Major Construction
  - Dr. Brian Yates – Dean of the College of Applied Studies and Academic Success
  - Lew Weider – Executive Director of LU Serve and Professor

Q/A

- - New features to Champion Safe app
  - The University’s strategic plan updates
  - New dining locations
  - New way to track Convocation attendance
  - Ways to connect better with commuter students
  - Construction updates around campus
  - The purpose of LU One
  - Revisions to the liberty way
  - Potential changes to the class attendance policy
  - Housing for Community Group Leaders
  - Late assignment policy for various schools
  - Convocation / Campus Community logistics (accommodating for ODAS students better)

Hosted by Dean of Students, Dr. Mark Hyde

In collaboration with Student Government Association