WHEREAS, In August 2025, several Faculty members reported losing access to Microsoft desktop applications, with the IS Helpdesk responding that part-time Faculty only receive A1 (web-only) licenses instead of full A5 licenses; and

WHEREAS, In the same month, Faculty and staff experienced confusion with Adobe licensing when IS communications indicated a reduction in licenses, while employees simultaneously received product expiration notices, creating uncertainty about continued access; and

WHEREAS, Changes to foundational technology such as Microsoft Office and Adobe directly impact Faculty working conditions, effective instruction, student learning, and sudden or unclear changes create frustration for employees and unnecessarily burden support systems; and

WHEREAS, Information Services does not maintain a publicly accessible and regularly updated resource detailing what technology resources and licenses are available, or how to access them, leaving Faculty reliant on inconsistent or incomplete information; and

WHEREAS, Institutional technology decisions that affect teaching and learning appear to be made without meaningful Faculty input, raising concerns about transparency, planning, and equitable access for all Faculty;

RESOLVED, That the Palomar College Faculty Senate call upon the administration to establish transparent processes for institutional technology decisions that include meaningful Faculty consultation before implementation; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Palomar College Faculty Senate request that Information Services create and maintain a publicly accessible and regularly updated resource outlining all available technology services, licenses, and access instructions for Faculty and staff; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Palomar College Faculty Senate affirm that all Faculty, part-time and full-time, must have equitable access to the technology necessary to fulfill their teaching responsibilities; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Palomar College Faculty Senate urge the administration to prioritize sustainable funding and planning for foundational technology, including Adobe and Microsoft Office licenses, and if limitations become necessary, implement a transparent and equitable process for Faculty to request access; and be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be sent to the Palomar College President, Vice President of Instruction, Vice President of Finance and Administration, Director of Information Services, and all full and part time faculty.