Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Justice Club minutes for March 16 meeting

from Kris Doughty
Justice Club secretary

UAA Justice Club
Minutes for meeting of Monday, March 16, 2009
SSB 253

Meeting called to order @ 4:00.

Major’s Fair: April 1st is the Major’s Fair on campus. There have been discussions that campus clubs will be allowed to participate in the fair this year. Please let us know if you are interested in volunteering to help out.

New Email: The Justice Club has a new email address: ayjusticeclub@uaa.alaska.edu

Guest Speaker:
Mayoral Candidate Walt Monegan
Friday, March 20, 2009
1:00 p.m. Rasmussen Hall 101
Mr. Monegan will discuss his varied experience in state government and public safety, and share his perspective on justice issues. A 32-year veteran of the Anchorage Police Department, Mr. Monegan served as its chief from 2001 to 2006 prior to his service as Commission of Public Safety. He is currently a candidate for mayor of Anchorage.

The club will be putting up posters and making an announcement in the Green and Gold Daily to raise awareness.

Sweatshirts: We are looking into getting the sweatshirts for sale in the book store.

Spring Creek Tour: The deadline to get your back ground checks is approaching fast! If you want to see what it’s like inside Alaska’s very own Maximum Security Prison without doing the time, now’s your chance! All background check forms must be filled out and turned in by this Friday, March 20th. Forms may be dropped off in the Justice Club Basket (located in the Justice Center) or you may hand your form to your closest Justice Club Officer. The tour is scheduled for April 10th and transportation will be provided thanks to the Justice Center!

Officer Elections: Officer Elections are going to be held at the April 13th club meeting. Please let us know if you want to be an officer.

Upcoming Events: The club is still working on getting a tour at the Medical Examiner’s office and the FBI. We are also planning on scheduling a bowling night and a possible gun safety workshop. As always, we are open to any idea’s comments and questions! You can
contact the club at: ayjusticeclub@uaa.alaska.edu

Or each officer individually.

Meeting Adjourned at 4:45

Minutes respectfully submitted by Kris Doughty, Justice Club Secretary.

For more information about the Justice Club, see the Justice Club home page.