Final report and discussion with prov

Completed the final report of the planning for the institute. It is not difficult but this is the first time in a long while that I have to generate a large report just by myself with no support staff. Felt relieved but the quality of the report is just adequate because it was rushed.

Met with provost and discuss the future of the institute. She is very supportive and mentioned that she will resolve the two lingering issues: official leadership assignment and basic level of funding. Although it is not a done deal, but I feel confident the campus will provide support to the institute. However, the goals of the institute is rather lofty, I am sure there will be some impacts, but not sure how much. Well, a new challenge.

Update from Eric 04 01 2011

We started the first weekly joint meeting between Monterey County Business Council and the Institute today. The weekly joint meetings will be scheduled every Friday morning 10-11 AM.

iiED/MCBC Office Suites
The office suite renovation is completed. iiED will move in to 209C and 209D (East wing) by the April 15. MCBC will move into 209A and 209B (West wing) after MOU is signed between CSUMB/iiED and MCBC, scheduled by the end of April. An opening reception is planned either first week of May or first week of June.

iiED/MCBC Collaboration

All MCBC personnel should apply for iiED volunteer in order to receive campus OtterID, eligible for parking permit and other campus privileges. As part of the MOU, MCBC staff will support administrative functions of iiED. iiED will support MCBC's activities and connections on campus.

iiED Activities Update
A set of activities are being planned by iiED between June and Aug, 2011
- Start iiED advisory board monthly meetings
- Internet Marketing Internships
- Federal Contract Opportunity Workshop (collaborating with Chamber of Commerce)
- College Town Monterey Bay Symposium
- Select a couple startups to incubate
- Fund raising and grant writing efforts