RESOLVED that the promotion and tenure recommendations as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are approved.

Mr. Jenkins moved for adoption. Mr. Adams seconded. Ms. Foster abstained. The motion was ratified by roll call vote.

The following gifts were received and acknowledgment sent to the donors:

Mr. Soin moved for approval. Mr. Diggs seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.

State statute requires the university to have an officially approved appointing authority in place at all times. Because of change in personnel in the Human Resources Department, the following resolution was approved by the Board.

WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted in the Administrative Code and Section 2/01L of the University Code of Regulations, Gayle E. Berry, Employee Relations Manager, is delegated to serve as appointing authority, and HRIS Analyst, Roger Wagner, as his alternate with respect to all positions in the classified services, therefore be it

RESOLVED that any reduction in work force, classifications, suspensions, or removals shall be reviewed by the president before being placed into effect by the appointing authority; and be it further

RESOLVED this resolution supersedes Resolution 92-50, dated May 28, 1992.

Mr. Soin moved for approval. Mr. Jenkins seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.

Ratimaya S. Bush, M.A., has been appointed Lecturer, Sociology and Anthropology, College of Liberal Arts, effective December 1, 1998.

Avinash D. Dharmadhikari, Ph.D., has been appointed Visiting Professor, Mathematics and Statistics, College of Science and Mathematics, effective January 4, 1999.

Wendy Melancon, Psy.D., has been appointed Assistant Professor, School of Professional Psychology, effective December 1, 1998.

Adrienne Stolfi, M.S.P.H., has been appointed Instructor, Pediatrics, School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999.

Audrey L. Alexander, M.A., Instructor, Modern Languages, College of Liberal Arts, effective January 2, 1999.

Lori Crosby, Psy.D., Assistant Professor, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective March 11, 1999.

Leslie C. Jackson, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective February 28, 1999.

Kay R. Low, Ph.D., Director, Medical Technology Program, and Associate Professor, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective February 28, 1999. (Retirement)

Tapas Mazumdar, M.Sc., Professor, Mathematics and Statistics, College of Science and Mathematics, effective March 31, 1999. (Retirement)

Sanford Pederson, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective January 8, 1999.

Nancy J. Schindler, Psy.D., Associate Professor, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective December 31, 1999.

Daniel S. Bago has been appointed Event Services Supervisor, Ervin J. Nutter Center, effective March 22, 1999.

Matthew S. Bekkedal, M.Ed., has been appointed Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Intercollegiate Athletics, effective January 7, 1999.

Kurt D. Cypher, B.S., has been appointed Unix Systems Programmer, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective March 8, 1999.

Timothy Donofrio has been appointed Degree Audit Coordinator, Registrar’s Office, effective February 18, 1999.

Mary Lou Graham has been appointed Curriculum Manager, Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, effective December 1, 1998.

Julie M. Huxsoll, M.S., has been appointed Research Assistant, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999.

Barry O. Johnson, Ed.S., has been appointed Special Assistant to the Vice President for University Advancement, effective March 1, 1999.

Jeffrey S. King, M.S., has been appointed Associate Director of Admissions, Undergraduate Admissions, effective March 1, 1999.

James B. Ladonski, M.S., has been appointed Research Assistant, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective February 8, 1999.

John R. Lawless, B.S., has been appointed Supervisor/Model Maker, Instrument Shop, College of Engineering and computer Science, effective February 22, 1999.

Marialuisa Marcelo, M.A., has been appointed Research Assistant, Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, effective February 1, 1999.

John C. Martin, M.S.E.E., has been appointed Unix Systems Programmer, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective March 8, 1999.

Michelle E. Martin, B.S., has been appointed Assistant Director/Mediator, Affirmative Action Programs, effective February 1, 1999.

Sheila M. Means, M.S., has been appointed Research Associate, Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, effective February 1, 1999.

Phil E. Nickel, B.S.E.E., has been appointed Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach, Intercollegiate Athletics, effective December 15, 1998.

Alonzo Patterson, III, M.D., has been appointed Assistant Dean for Minority Affairs, Student Affairs/Admissions, School of Medicine, effective October 1, 1998.

Sharon R. Powell has been appointed Lead Desktop Services, Network Services, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective February 1, 1999.

Lisa L. Price has been appointed Senior Programmer/Analyst, Information Services, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective January 1, 1999.

Catherine A. Queener, M.S., has been appointed Academic Advisor, University Division, effective March 1, 1999.

Pranjit Saha, M.Sc., has been appointed Research Associate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective December 1, 1998.

David M. Sauter, M.S., has been appointed Registrar, effective February 1, 1999.

Patricia A. Sawdy has been appointed Special Program Coordinator, Pre-College Programs, effective December 1, 1998.

Sureendhran Subramaniam, B.Sc., has been appointed Help Desk Analyst, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective February 1, 1999.

Charlotta R. Taylor, M.S., has been appointed Assistant Director of Student Affairs, Student Affairs/Admissions, School of Medicine, effective January 25, 1999.

Tamra E. Thornhill, M.S., has been appointed Research Associate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective February 1, 1999.

Rosa M. Villalba, Ph.D., has been appointed Postdoctoral Research Assistant, Anatomy, School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999.

Carol A. Vuckovich, B.S., has been appointed Internal Auditor, Vice President for Business and Fiscal Affairs, effective February 8, 1999.

Valerie A. Waters has been appointed Security Analyst, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective March 15, 1999.

Barry B. Woods, B.S., has been appointed Assistant Director, University Division, effective March 1, 1999.

Susan K. Yeoman has been appointed Student Affairs Coordinator, College of Science and Mathematics, effective January 1, 1999.

Yue Mei Zhang, M.D./Ph.D., has been appointed Research Associate, Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999.

Cixuang Zheng, Ph.D., has been appointed Postdoctoral Research Associate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999.

Larry K. Zolciak, A.A.S., has been appointed Radiation Safety Technician, Environmental Health and Safety, effective March 15, 1999.

James D. Arehart, Instrument Shop Supervisor, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective February 28, 1999. (Retirement)

Caroline A. Barbour, Administrative Assistant, Community Music, College of Liberal Arts, effective March 19, 1999. (Retirement)

Joyce M. Carter, B.A., Assistant Vice President for Human Resources, effective March 28, 1999.

Wayne L. Peterson, B.S., Director, Institutional Research, effective March 31, 1999. (Retirement)

Edward B. Rader, Research Assistant, Microbiology and Immunology, School of Medicine, effective February 28, 1999.

John B. Sheward, Senior Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Office, effective February 12, 1999. (Retirement)

Carolyn A. Tehan, Director, Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, effective March 31, 1999. (Retirement)

Abdul S. Ahmad has been appointed Materials Handler 1, Materials Management, effective February 11, 1999.

Richard Birt has been appointed Maintenance and Repair Worker, Lake Campus-Plant Operations, effective February 20, 1999.

Robert W. Blair, B.S., has been appointed Data Entry Operator, University Advancement, effective March 22, 1999.

Greta A. Burkart, B.S./B.A., has been appointed Research Lab Technician, Institute for Environmental Quality, effective January 1, 1999.

Sherene A. Bush has been appointed Senior Secretary, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective November 30, 1998.

Angela Marie Chavez, B.S., has been appointed Library Technical Assistant, University Libraries-Dunbar Library, effective March 26, 1999.

Deborah S. Chlebek, M.F.A., has been appointed Library Associate, University Libraries-Dunbar Library, effective December 14, 1998.

George S. Collins has been appointed Senior Payroll Clerk, Human Resources, effective March 8, 1999.

Sheri K. Coyle has been appointed Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Payable, effective March 23, 1999.

Diane Dearing has been appointed Parking and Transportation Clerk, Parking and Transportation, effective March 1, 1999.

Barry C. DuChesne has been appointed Plumber 2, Physical Plant, effective March 6, 1999.

Thomas A. Fortener has been appointed Materials Handler 1, Materials Management, effective February 11, 1999.

Loretta L. Fox, M.S., has been appointed Research Lab Technician, Institute for Environmental Quality, effective March 26, 1999.

Delia M. Golden has been appointed Secretary, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective March 15, 1999.

Leonard J. Gonzalez has been appointed Accounting Clerk, Student Life, effective March 8, 1999.

Suellen Grieshop has been appointed Administrative Secretary, Mechanical and Materials Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective December 12, 1998.

Tyler A. Hall, B.S., has been appointed Research Assistant, Institute for Environmental Quality, effective March 26, 1999.

Wanda Y. Harphant has been appointed Printing Production Assistant, Printing Service, effective March 20, 1999.

Thomas R. Hartrum has been appointed Registration Specialist, Registrar’s Office, effective December 7, 1998.

Kimberly S. Hagler has been appointed Program Evaluation Specialist, Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, effective November 28, 1998.

Mary J. Healea has been appointed Library Associate, University Libraries—Fordham Library, effective March 15, 1999.

Joseph W. Hemsky, Ph.D., has been appointed Research Associate, Semiconductor Research Center, University Research Center, effective December 21, 1998.

Tamara M. Jones, B.S., has been appointed Senior Secretary, Faculty Affairs, School of Medicine, effective February 8, 1999.

Paul E. Kuntz has been appointed Operations Coordinator, Ervin J. Nutter Center, effective April 1, 1999.

Deborah Melton, M.A., has been appointed Senior Secretary, Bolinga Cultural Resources Center, effective March 22, 1999.

David D. Miller has been appointed Maintenance Center Supervisor, Lake Campus-Plant Operations, effective December 19, 1998.

Melissa A. Minor has been appointed Printing Support Assistant, Printing Service, effective March 20, 1999.

Lynn E. Morgan has been appointed Secretary, English Language and Literatures, College of Liberal Arts, effective April 1, 1999.

Claude E. Osborne has been appointed Lab Technologist, Interdisciplinary Teaching Lab, effective March 6, 1999.

Doris M. Osborne has been appointed Senior Accounting Clerk, Budget Planning, effective December 8, 1998.

Ruth A. Paterson has been appointed Administrative Secretary, Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, effective November 28, 1998.

Diana Ramsey has been appointed Secretary, Medicine, School of Medicine, effective February 8, 1999.

Mark W. Ricketts has been appointed Maintenance Center Supervisor, Physical Plant, effective March 8, 1999.

Devon Roe has been appointed Custodial Worker, Custodial Services, effective March 6, 1999.

Scott Roush, M.S., has been appointed Research Lab Technician, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective March 1, 1999.

Janice E. Seaver has been appointed Senior Secretary, Family Medicine, School of Medicine, effective March 15, 1999.

Vickie L. Slone has been appointed Secretary, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective March 15, 1999.

Alan S. Smith has been appointed Maintenance Center Supervisor, Physical Plant, effective March 1, 1999.

Kevin C. Smith, M.P.A., has been appointed Career Services Assistant, Career Services, effective February 1, 1999.

Pamela A. Smith, B.A., has been appointed Records Technician, Professional Psychology, School of Professional Psychology, effective January 25, 1999.

Valerie E. Smith has been appointed Secretary, Computer Science, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective February 1, 1999.

Gregory J. Snyder has been appointed Courier Services Worker, Courier Services, School of Medicine, effective February 4, 1999.

Allen B. Spears has been appointed Athletic Groundskeeper, Grounds Maintenance, effective March 15, 1999.

Libby J. Stephens, B.A., has been appointed Assistant Publications Editor, Communications and Marketing, effective March 22, 1999.

Dwayne Swaney has been appointed Electrician 1, Physical Plant, effective February 8, 1999.

Linda S. Sykes, B.S., has been appointed Senior Payroll Clerk, Human Resources, effective March 8, 1999.

Nedim L. Tosyali has been appointed Senior Computer Operator, Computing and Telecommunications Services, effective February 1, 1999.

Teresa A. Traylor has been appointed Program Coordinator for SP’s and Curriculum Database, Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, effective November 28, 1998.

Gregory A. Trigg has been appointed Custodial Services Supervisor, Nutter Center-Physical Plant, effective February 1, 1999.

Mark D. Violet has been appointed Operations Coordinator, Ervin J. Nutter Center, effective February 6, 1999.

Tammy A. Wall has been appointed Student Account Representative, Student Loan Collections, Bursar’s Office, effective November 28, 1998.

Jason A. Washburn has been appointed Air Quality Technician 1, Physical Plant, effective March 22, 1999.

Robyn L. Weddington has been appointed Office Supervisor, Psychological Services Center, School of Professional Psychology, effective November 28, 1998.

Dorcas Wilcox has been appointed Secretary, Student Affairs/Admissions, School of Medicine, effective February 20, 1999.

Cheryl L. Wood, B.A., has been appointed Senior Secretary, School of Professional Psychology, effective January 9, 1999.

Jeanette B. Allen, Secretary, English Language and Literatures, College of Liberal Arts, effective March 31, 1999.

Russell A. Breckler, Maintenance Center Supervisor, Lake Campus-Plant Operations, effective February 28, 1999. (Retirement)

Roger F. Corvin, Maintenance Center Supervisor, Physical Plant, effective February 28, 1999. (Retirement)

Jimmie R. Culp, Air Quality Technician 1, Physical Plant, effective January 31, 1999.

Charles M. Davis, Maintenance Center Supervisor, Physical Plant, effective February 1, 1999. (Retirement)

Judy A. Decker, Senior Records Technician, Registrar’s Office, effective January 29, 1999. (Retirement)

Electa J. Flinn, Secretary, Lake Campus-Administration, effective March 12, 1999. (Retirement)

Belinda P. Gest, M.Ed., Financial Aid Specialist, Financial Aid, effective January 27, 1999.

Davy G. Hart, Mail Clerk, Courier Services, School of Medicine, effective September 1, 1998. (Retirement)

Jonathan Andrew Howard, Custodial Worker, Ervin J. Nutter Center, effective February 2, 1999.

Sandra Alice Jones, Administrative Secretary, Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, effective March 31, 1999.

Janice A. Luce, Senior Degree Verification Specialist, Registrar’s Office, effective January 30, 1999. (Retirement)

Brandon J. Marine, B.S., Operations Coordinator, Ervin J. Nutter Center, effective March 1, 1999.

Melinda McGuire, Research Support Technician, Psychology, College of Science and Mathematics, effective February 18, 1999.

Francis W. Miller, Electrician 1, Physical Plant, effective February 4, 1999. (Deceased)

Marcella Y. Mitchell, Secretary, Non-Credit Programs, effective October 20, 1998.

Ernest L. Moore, Custodial Worker, Custodial Services, effective February 3, 1999.

Pamela Moore, A.A.S., Secretary, Legal Affairs, effective April 1, 1999.

Betty J. Osborne, Custodial Worker, Cox Plant Operation-Maintenance, effective February 18, 1999. (Retirement)

Georgia M. Pitzer, Keyboard Specialist, University Division, effective January 29, 1999. (Retirement)

Howard C. Stafford, Lead Maintenance and Repair Worker 2, Physical Plant, effective February 28, 1999. (Retirement)

David S. Thompson, Maintenance Center Supervisor, Physical Plant, effective March 31, 1999. (Retirement)

Gregory A. Trigg, Custodial Services Supervisor, Nutter Center-Physical Plant, effective February 9, 1999.

David A. Woodward, Custodial Worker, Nutter Center-Physical Plant, effective January 20, 1999.

RESOLVED that the academic and administrative appointments, changes, retirements, departmental reporting, resignations and terminations submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are approved.

Mr. Diggs moved for approval. Ms. Foster seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.

Since the last Board meeting, investments for January and February 1999 have been received. These reports have been distributed to the trustees and are filed with the official Board of Trustees’ records.

Since the last meeting of the Board of Trustees, $2,076,412 in contracts and grants has been received. A view of Wright State University's grant and contracts awarded to date reveals that both award dollars and numbers of successful proposals are on the rise. The increased funding success is aided by more than $600,000 in U.S. Department of Education support for the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Drugs and Disability, under the direction of Dr. Dennis Moore of the WSU Department of Community Health. A fellow faculty member in the Department of Community Health, Dr. Katherine L. Cauley, received continued funding of over $300,000 for her community-home-school partnership entitled, "A Healthier Child is a Better Learner."

The following resolution was submitted for approval:

RESOLVED that the contracts and grants submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are ratified.

Mr. Jenkins moved for adoption. Mr. Duval seconded, and the motion was unanimously ratified by roll call vote.

Ms. Foster, chair, reported on the committee meeting of April 14, 1999. The following topics were discussed:

WHEREAS, faculty members who have served ten or more years as fully-

affiliated and full-time members at Wright State University will automatically be

granted the emeritus title upon retirement and upon written request by the

faculty member to the provost; and

WHEREAS, Tapas Mazumdar, professor of Mathematics, has served the university since 1971 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; therefore be it

RESOLVED that the request for emeritus status for the aforementioned faculty member, submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby is approved.

Mr. Soin moved for approval. Mr. Duval seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by voice vote.

The Honorary Degree Subcommittee of the University Commencement Committee invited nominations for honorary degrees. The committee submitted a recommendation to the President, with the final decision to be made by the Board of Trustees. The following resolution was presented for the Board’s approval:

WHEREAS, Wright State University established in 1976 a process by which individuals of outstanding achievement may be honored by the university to recognize constructive value to the university and to society; and

WHEREAS, the Honorary Degree and the Academic Affairs Committees have received and affirmed the recommendation to award honorary degrees during the spring 1999 commencement ceremony; and

WHEREAS, honorary degrees are to be given for outstanding individual contributions and service; and

WHEREAS, the committees have accepted the nomination of G. Wilkinson Wright, grand-nephew of Orville and Wilbur Wright, renowned advocate for Dayton’s aviation history, and supporter and friend of Wright State University; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Wright was instrumental in the selection of Wright State University as the home of the Wright Brothers Collection, the world’s most complete repository of original documents, memorabilia and personal photographs from the Wright Brothers, and to which Mr. Wright lends his unparalleled understanding and expertise in assisting aviation enthusiasts and scholars; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Wright’s contributions to the community include his instrumental role in drafting legislation creating the Wright-Dunbar State Heritage Commission to encourage the development of historic resources related to Wilbur and Orville Wright and Paul Laurence Dunbar; his participation in the passage of the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act that created a national park to commemorate the birth of flight in Dayton; his service on numerous boards and committees, including the 2003 Committee Board of Trustees for the centennial celebration of powered flight; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Wright’s efforts in the promotion of the legacy of the Wright Brothers have reinforced the university’s link to that heritage and the community it serves, particularly now as the university embraces the 1903 Wright Flyer as its new mark to symbolize the same spirit of innovation and excellence embodied in the Wright family that characterizes the university’s continual growth; and

WHEREAS, his support of the Wright State University Friends of the Library as founder and past president, as well as his assistance in fundraising as a former member of the Wright State University Foundation, further demonstrate his commitment to the university; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Wright’s selfless contributions to higher education as an ambassador for his family and his efforts to promote Dayton’s role in the nation’s aviation history are reflected in his many awards for exceptional volunteerism and prove his commitment to learning and the preservation of history; be it therefore

RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees hereby approves the granting of the Doctor of Humane Letters degree to G. Wilkinson Wright; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that this degree be conferred upon Mr. Wright at the June 12, 1999 commencement ceremony.

Mr. Duval moved for approval. Mr. Diggs seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by voice vote.

Dean Rishi Kumar from the College of Business Administration reviewed for the committee the accomplishments of the college and its plan for future initiatives. Current initiatives include G-Trade, Global Trade Relations which trains students and local businesses in international trade management. Project Chile provides business students with practical international experience by sending students to Chile. JA Globe is an expanded Junior Achievement program that provides practical experience to students in import/export with students from other countries. LEAP and LARC, both of which are language oriented programs and NASBITE is an association that seeks to improve global economic competitiveness through education and training. Wright State was selected as the host institution following a nationwide search. The new international business major is the fastest growing major in COBA, which includes three main components, the business core, language and culture.

• Foundation Update

It was reported that as of April 1, 1999, cash received is $2,753,487.

Various activities of the Foundation include an event held in the President’s box in the Nutter Center for the Rod Stewart Concert last month. The purpose of this event was to cultivate donors and prospective Foundation Board members. A community breakfast was held for Beavercreek business professionals and local government officials to introduce President Goldenberg to the community. Two more breakfast events are planned, one at Lake Campus and one in the Sidney area. The Heritage event will have a new look this year. The Development Committee plans to make this a fun event that Heritage members will look forward to every year. The Development Committee met at the East Dayton Health Center last month, continuing its efforts to educate and inform themselves about projects that WSU is involved in.

The Corporate Appeal will kick off April 30. Chair for this year is Steve Williams with Rick Wegman serving as co-chair. Mr. Adams asked that the current month’s recipient report be distributed to the committee at each meeting. The telethon is doing well and expects to reach its goal of $340,000.

Ms. Butler is working with the university Business and Fiscal Affairs office to complete the grant for the funding for the baseball stadium. The next step is to send out a request for proposals to local banks. Mr. Adams thanked Foundation members Neal Allread, Bob Nutter, Jerry Sutton and Bob Mills for all of their efforts in getting the stadium project to its final stages.

Mr. Adams reported on the vice president for University Advancement search. Three candidates were brought to campus this past week. The search committee hopes to hear from President Goldenberg and Provost Moore soon.

• Alumni Update

It was reported that the Alumni Association pledged $500,000. The association is also working on increasing the size of its membership.

• University Update

The Theatre Department and COBA both expect to receive major gifts before the end of the fiscal year. The School of Medicine received a $50,000 gift, which was from the Physician’s Charitable Trust Fund. This gift was made possible through the efforts of the Academy of Medicine. The money will be used to fund student service projects.

• Miscellaneous Items

The search for the dean for the School of Medicine is down to four candidates.

Mary Ellen Mazey was appointed dean of the School of Liberal Arts.

The University Advancement office will be moving to University Hall on April 13^th.

Vince Hopkins, development officer for the College of Engineering and Computer Science has submitted his resignation.

Robert Copeland, newly hired senior development officer has accepted an offer from the School of Medicine to be its director of Development.

A reception is planned for late April to announce to the public the generous gift that has created the Zusman Endowed Chair of Judaic Studies and to introduce the newly appointed chair in the Department of Religion.

An update on the status of capital projects was presented. A question was raised about the entry wall located 300-400’ back from the entrance at University Boulevard. The wall will be included in the paving and parking lot improvements. This entry wall has been shown in the Campus Master Plan drawings from the beginning.

The status of College Park III was requested. Both of the floor pads have been poured in the College Park Phase III apartments. The pre-fabricated framing will be received April 9, 1999; but since it is pre-fabricated it should go up very quickly. The housing will still be available for fall quarter.

• Update on Nutter Center Roof

A brief history of phenolic foam since this is the issue in replacing the Nutter Center roof was presented. In the late 1980’s there was a company, Dommatory, that developed a phenolic foam insulation that provided a better insulating value than other foam insulations being used. Coppers purchased all rights from Dommatory sometime in the 1980’s. Coppers discovered that when phenolic foam becomes damp, the pH is lowered and creates an acidic condition. Johns Mansville purchased the rights from Coppers fully aware of the phenolic problem. Johns Manville felt that by chemically treating or physically adding a ¼" layer on the bottom of each sheet, the acid would become neutralized before affecting the metal deck.

John Siehl, director of the Nutter Center, presented the general history of the roof leak problem from a Nutter Center facility standpoint and the physical effects that the roof leaks have had on business and reputation. At this time, there are 20-25 active leaks in the building. Trashcans are placed under known leaks or extra custodial staff is added. The university has spent over $44,000 for repairs; in addition to that the Nutter Center has spent $2,000 for corporate box repairs. During the Aretha Franklin concert there was a drip in the spotlight on the stage. The issue must be addressed as effectively and as quickly as possible.

There are 5 different roof areas at the Nutter Center; the arena roof (which includes roofing over all the seating, the floor area and the concourse area at the east end) is 76,800 square feet, the penthouse roof (one on each corner) which is 8,620 sq. ft., the ring roof is 6,400 sq. ft., the metal roof and the concourse roof which is 46,200 sq. ft. Only the metal roof, which is the sloping roof, does not contain phenolic foam. All of the other roof areas have both metal deck and phenolic foam or concrete deck (in the concourse area) with phenolic foam. In 1991, the Manville Corporation became aware that when phenolic foam insulation becomes wet, it causes corrosion of metal roof deck. In 1993, Manville began biyearly inspections of the roof to check for corrosion and continued it every two years. Wright State University became concerned in 1997 and had a roofing consultant accompany the Manville inspection team. The consultants’ report indicated an acceleration of corroded deck and recommended replacement. In July of 1997 a letter was sent to Johns Manville informing them of the serious condition of the roof. In October of 1997, Wright State University met with attorneys from Johns Manville. Johns Manville offered to participate at 30% for the cost of roof replacement. They would pay for all repairs to the metal deck caused by corrosion. It was determined this was not an equitable offer. In February of 1998, our university counsel began discussions with the State Attorney General to seek assistance to proceed with litigation. In June of 1998 the design process for roof replacement was begun. In September of 1998 a second roofing consultant was retained to provide a base line report and infrared scan of the damage. A complete roof replacement of roof areas containing phenolic foam insulation was recommended. Due to the condition of the roof and also the legal aspects, we were advised to proceed with plans, specifications and bid documents to replace the roof.

Two base bids were presented. The In-Kind Base Bid will be all the documentation necessary to replace a roof with the same design values as the original roof installed in 1991. This is for settlement purposes only. The Enhanced Base Bid is the design that has been recommended.

This work will be very intrusive and the Nutter Center will have to be closed for business during roof replacement. Therefore, scheduling of the roof replacement becomes very important. The critical path window is 9.25 weeks.

Construction project budget (with enhancements) including contingencies at 10%, design and construction administration fees and recommended alternates totals $1,950,955. Of the total amount, $1,291,000 is the estimated cost for In-Kind Replacement.

In summary, all recommendations point to replacing the roofs in 1999. Wright State University will issue debt to cover the replacement costs and we will seek recovery of in-kind costs and damages. The committee approved the project unanimously. The authority to enter into contracts for the project was approved by the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board, pending approval of the project by the Building and Grounds Committee.

George Gleason, architect, presented a history of the baseball stadium project. The current plan calls for two 63-foot dugouts, scoreboard, elevated platform with 534 theatre seats, 18 accessible and 18 companion seats, team room and laundry, office, umpires’ room, public restrooms, field lighting, improved drainage, 550 bleacher seats and existing press box. This does include a handicapped accessible ramp up to the concourse level, another ramp towards Achilles Hill, a grand staircase and another exit stair. Concessions would be in mobile units.

WHEREAS, Wright State University (the university) desires to upgrade the existing baseball stadium facility; and

WHEREAS, detailed architectural drawings and construction documents have been completed on said upgrades; and

WHEREAS, a building permit has been issued by the Bureau of Construction Compliance; and

WHEREAS, the construction manager has secured competitive bids for all aspects of the project, and total approximately $2.7 million; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Athletics has available for the project approximately $1.2 million in specifically designated donated funds held by Wright State University Foundation; and

WHEREAS, the Wright State University Foundation at the request of the university has agreed to provide the university additional funds in the form of a grant up to the amount of $1.5 million to allow the university to complete the baseball stadium upgrades; therefore be it

RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees approves the completion of the Wright State University baseball stadium facility upgrade; and be it further

RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees accepts the generous grant of up to $1.5 million from the Wright State University Foundation to complete the baseball stadium facility upgrades; and be it further

RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees wishes to extend its sincere and utmost appreciation and thanks to the Wright State University Foundation for its support of and partnership with the university, without which this important project could not go forward.

Mr. Soin moved for adoption. Mr. Jenkins seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

The authorization to enter into contracts for this project was approved by the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board, pending project approval by the Building and Grounds Committee.

David Barr, faculty representative, expressed concern regarding gender equity. An equitable amount should be used to enhance women’s sports. Dr. Dan Abrahamowicz, vice president for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services responded that this topic has prompted a meeting to ensure that equitable arrangements have been developed. The Athletics Department does have a strategy in place for gender equity.

A document entitled, "Wright State University Endowment" was distributed. The document states that 1998 continued a trend showing the largest stocks in the market significantly outperforming the smaller midcap issues.

A previously distributed document entitled, "Performance Evaluation Report For Periods Ending December 31, 1998" was reviewed. During the overview and discussion of this document, it was reported that for fixed income instruments, National Asset Management did trail the index in 1998 primarily due to the situation in Russia. Equities performed well overall, but the small cap and international holdings performed poorly. The overall portfolio showed $5.5 million in the fund that is now slightly underweighted in the small cap and international arena. After the first quarter report, National Asset Management recommends rebalancing the portfolio back to the university’s target mix (which should be done yearly). Regarding equities, National Asset Management has annualized 23.4%, outperforming the index. Both these documents are on file in the Board office.

• Status of Investment Policy Revisions

Revisions to the university’s non-endowment working capital investment policy were brought before this committee at last November’s meeting for discussion. Since that time, the administration has met with representatives from The Mead Corporation and Dayton Power and Light Company to discuss with them their respective investment policies and approach and to determine an appropriate asset allocation model.

Some of the key attributes such as sector weightings, duration and the investment classes are key determinants of their portfolio returns. Both corporations engage outside consultants to assist in determining their ideal allocations. Wright State believes that it also needs assistance from outside consultants to determine its ideal portfolio allocation.

Since the university already has a working relationship with National Asset Management Corporation, it has engaged them in an asset allocation study. It was explained that the allocation studies are not yet complete, but because National Asset Management works with well over 40 other schools, it has a very good idea how their operating funds are structured. A brief overview was presented of asset allocation principles, which included a historical review of the capital markets, standard deviation, benefits of diversification, efficient frontier, etc. Management will review the results of their study and report back to this committee with recommendations for a revised policy at the June meeting.

Management has studied the university’s working capital investments and determined how much day-to-day working capital is really needed. The residual balances can be placed for longer duration with more risk. In addition, management has determined the university’s investment constraints, The Ohio Revised Code has been reviewed, and a letter was sent to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office requesting an opinion, particularly with respect to the ability to invest in equities. Since there has been no response thus far, external legal counsel will be asked for a ruling on this issue.

The Finance and Audit Committee requested a copy of the letter previously sent to the Ohio Attorney General's Office. Also, management was instructed to compose a second letter for Mr. Palmer’s review that will be sent to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office once external legal counsel’s opinion has been obtained.

• Quarterly Budget versus Actual Results

The actual recorded revenues and expenditures through December 31, 1998, versus budget for the same period was reviewed. Highlights of this review were:

Revenues:

Student Fees -There is a favorable variance in student fees of $1.7 million to date; student credit hours through winter quarter are .7% greater than budgeted; and, over 300 out-of-state students registered greater than the original conservative estimate.

Approximately $1,800,000 over budget is related to auxiliary operations; this is offset by a corresponding over expenditure in auxiliaries; and, variance will be reduced at year-end as many items are time sensitive.

Expenditures:

Total Expenditures – Negative variance to date of $1,139,000 for education and general expense. Variance is primarily the recognition of carry forward funds being expended. Changes in quarterly budgeting next year will include carry forwards as part of the quarterly budget allocations.

In summary, university revenues are approximately 4% ahead of schedule and expenditures are approximately 3% unfavorable. The university's financial future for FY '99 continues to be favorable.

Vice President Achterman distributed a draft budget proforma spreadsheet detailing FY ’00 and FY ’01 budget changes. This gave the committee information from which to draw when considering a student tuition increase for this summer quarter. Highlights of the document were as follows:

New Funds:

Instructional subsidy and the challenge funds are forecast to increase $2.8 and $3 million respectively during the two years of the state biennial budget. Those dollars are calculated from the governor’s budget for planning purposes.

Tuition dollars are based upon increasing tuition for each of the two years by 4% at the undergraduate level for the Dayton campus and 8% at the graduate level for the Dayton campus. Additionally, a 1%

technology fee increase overall will be added. Lake Campus undergraduate tuition will increase 1.5% in order to take advantage of Access Challenge money from the state of Ohio. In FY ’00, a .5% student credit hour enrollment increase is included. These tuition increases plus the level of enrollment increase will provide $3.15 million in the first year of the biennium and $3.55 million the second year of the biennium.

New Uses – These are preliminary numbers at this point. Compensation increases are planned for 3%. Compensation increases also include funds for market equity and faculty promotion and tenure. Employee benefits will increase approximately $750,000 and $500,000 respectively. One-half of the scholarships/fellowships budget increase is related directly to an increase that is necessary to maintain the value of scholarships currently offered. The balance is to fully fund graduate fee waivers and fellowships. The technology line represents numerous technology requests plus a 1% technology fee discussed previously. Other academic initiatives are based on an accumulation of a number of requests from the deans to Academic Affairs. The library acquisitions line is based upon what was estimated several years ago to handle inflation rate costs for subscriptions, books and periodicals. The custodial services/utilities line reflects a combination of a competitively bid custodial services contract and an 18% increase in university utility bills for the coming year.

A document entitled "Full-Time Undergraduate Fee Comparison" was reviewed. These charts show fees charged by all Ohio universities over a 10-year period. In keeping with the board’s philosophy to maintain fees at the midpoint range compared to other state universities and generate revenues sufficient to cover increased costs, it will be necessary to increase fees. After discussion, it was decided to increase main campus undergraduate tuition by 4% plus an additional 1% technology fee for summer quarter 1999, and increase Lake Campus full-time undergraduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 by 1.5%.

Additionally, the university proposes to increase graduate tuition and fees by 8% plus an additional 1% technology fee in order to reach the midpoint. The School of Professional Psychology’s proposed increase is 4% plus a 1% technology fee and the School of Medicine’s proposed increase is 5%.

WHEREAS, it is imperative that the university maintain the quality of its educational programs; and

WHEREAS, it is vital that the university work to maintain it's accessibility to Ohio's population; and

WHEREAS, Wright State University's Board of Trustees Resolution 92-4 proposed to establish tuition and fee levels which place the university no lower than the midpoint in the array of charges levied by Ohio's public four-year institutions; and

WHEREAS, the Ohio General Assembly has authorized fee increases; therefore be it

RESOLVED that Main Campus full-time undergraduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 be increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by 4%; and Lake Campus full-time undergraduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 be increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by 1.5%; and be it further

RESOLVED that full-time graduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 be increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by 8%; and be it further

RESOLVED that full-time professional fees for the School of Professional Psychology for summer quarter 1999 be increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by 4%; and be it further

RESOLVED that full-time professional fees for the School of Medicine for summer quarter 1999 be increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by 5%; and be it further

RESOLVED that this resolution supersedes 98-69, dated June 5, 1998.

Mr. Jenkins moved for adoption. Mr. Duval seconded. Ms. Foster voted no. The motion was approved by roll call vote.

WHEREAS, it is imperative that the university maintain the quality of its educational programs; and

WHEREAS, it is vital that the university work to maintain its accessibility to Ohio's population; and

WHEREAS, Wright State University's Board of Trustees Resolution 92-4 proposed to establish tuition and fee levels which place the university no lower than the midpoint in the array of charges levied by Ohio's public four-year institutions; and

WHEREAS, the Ohio General Assembly has authorized fee increases; and

WHEREAS, the university recognizes the necessity and financial cost of technological enhancement; therefore be it

RESOLVED that Main Campus full-time undergraduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 be additionally increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by approximately 1% percent; and be it further

RESOLVED that full-time graduate tuition and fees for summer quarter 1999 be additionally increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by approximately 1%; and be it further

RESOLVED that full-time professional fees for the School of Professional Psychology for summer quarter 1999 be additionally increased over those for spring quarter 1999 by approximately 1%; and be it further

RESOLVED that the additional 1% undergraduate and graduate fee increases for Main Campus and the School of Professional Psychology will be set aside to fund technological advancement; and be it further

RESOLVED that this resolution supersedes 98-70, dated June 5, 1998; and be it further

RESOLVED that the entire student fee increases as noted herein and attached and now before the Board of Trustees be and hereby are approved.

Mr. Jenkins moved for adoption. Mr. Duval seconded. Ms. Foster voted no. The motion was approved by roll call vote.

WHEREAS, in order for the university to conduct business on a day-to-day basis, and provide products and services in a timely manner, routine purchases must be made; and

WHEREAS, occasionally these expenditures exceed $500,000; therefore be it

RESOLVED that authorization is granted for the following contracts as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby is approved.

Mr. Diggs moved for adoption. Mr. Duval seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

• Investment Reports

Investment reports for January and February 1999 were reviewed. It was pointed out that the returns shown on February’s report are poor, but this is a timing issue. No action was required.

Mr. Buerger, chair, reported on the committee meeting of April 5, 1999.

• Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services Report

Mr. Gary Dickstein, assistant director for Judicial Affairs, gave a brief overview of the student conduct process and how it relates to the standards of acceptable behavior on campus. A summary of how violations are handled and how standards are enforced was discussed. The judicial office, public safety and local legal authority work closely together on serious violations making sure lines of communication are open. Compliance with guidelines on reporting criminal activity is strictly observed. The Wright State web site reflects month-by-month criminal activity on campus. Any report of misconduct (whether substantiated or not) is included in the crime statistics if the misconduct falls into federally required reporting categories. Mr. Dickstein distributed statistics on the number and type of cases managed per year through the student conduct system. On the average, approximately 800 cases are reviewed yearly.

Ms. Lynnette Heard, assistant to the vice president for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services, reported on a new effort at Wright State University in the area of student retention and satisfaction. An early phase of this effort included a series of student focus groups call Raider Talks. The goal of these talks was to assess the perceptions of students as they relate to what they enjoy most and least at Wright State. During winter quarter, three different ninety-minute discussions were held. Because of the success of the Raider Talks, similar talks will be held each quarter. Measuring and understanding levels of student satisfaction and what students expect from their experience at Wright State are important factors in retention. This qualitative review will help identify retention issues relating to the out-of-classroom experience. Key issues will be prioritized and efforts continued to meet student needs. It was suggested that a longitudinal study be done using the same participants.

• Student Government President’s Report

Ms. Liz Conzo reported on her experience with Model UN. For the past fifteen years, Wright State University has been rated in the top ten of more than 200 schools competing in this program. In the most recent program, Wright State University was again acknowledged as a distinguished participant.

Mr. Jared Raftery, president of Student Government, presented an update on the book swap/book co-op. Students can access the book swap by going to the Student Government web site. The web site gives students the ability to search all schools in Ohio and in the nation for books for their classes. The on-campus book swap was held in the atrium in the student union with cooperation from Barnes and Noble who provided the book list for classes. Considering this was the first time this program was done, student participation was very good.

Because the Ohio Student Association (a lobbying group) has ceased to exist, Wright State Student Government is involved in organizing a state consortium of student associations. Student Government representatives from the University of Toledo, Ohio University and Wright State have been meeting regularly to address common concerns and form a new statewide association.

The new signage for current events has been installed between Rike and Allyn Halls. The Student Government office will do the weekly updates.

The proposal for Student Legal Services will be presented to the Cabinet this week.

Student elections will be held April 13, 14, and 15, 1999. The use of the card swipe voting system will eliminate the need for validation cards. Higher voter participation is an anticipated result. Various incentives are being offered to encourage students to vote, such as a parking amnesty day. The Student Organization Budget Committee was discussed and the allocations made for next year.

There was discussion about funding guidelines and legal implications.

On behalf of the faculty senate, Dr. Sweeney congratulated all whom where recently promoted and/or tenured. Dr. Sweeney congratulated Dr. James Sayer for being selected as the recipient of this year's Trustees' Award for Excellence.

Dr. Sweeney reported that the elections are underway for the Faculty President Elect. Dr. Virginia Nehring from Nursing and Dr. James Walker from Political Science are the candidates. The election results will be available by mid-May. Dr. David Barr will be taking over as Faculty President in June.

The Faculty Senate has been working on the following issues:

Last spring the Faculty Senate passed a drop/add policy, but declined to forward the policy to the Board until the implementation issues could be worked out. The Senate is still working on making the policy a more student, faculty and administrative friendly policy. Dr. Sweeney hopes to have this policy completed by early fall.

At the last Faculty Senate meeting there was a good discussion about the Academic Integrity Policy. Dr. Sweeney said they were getting closer to the issue. At a minimum the Senate wants the Academic Integrity Policy to be a separate document so the students realize what importance the faculty places on academic integrity.

Last year the new General Education program was passed. The implementation date is scheduled for fall 2002.

Dr. Sweeney stated that this was his last board meeting as Faculty President and thanked the members for the opportunity to address the board.

Mr. Jeffrey Gardner reported that Ms. Foster, Ms. McMillan and himself attended the AGB Conference in Seattle in March of this year. He felt the conference on a whole was worthwhile.

Mr. Gardner introduced the Student Trustee candidates for next year. One of the five candidates will replace Ms. Euvondia Barto, who will retire in June 1999.

Ms. Jenny R. Garringer of Clarksburg, Ohio, is a sophomore majoring in Management Information Systems. She plans to graduate in June 2001 and may pursue a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Ms Garringer is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta freshman honor society, a member of the Honors program at WSU, and a two time participant in the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Ms. Tanika Graham, a resident of Dayton, is a 4^th year student in Mechanical Engineering. She plans to graduate in December 2000 and continue on for a Master's degree in engineering. She is the current president of the WSU chapter of the National Society of Black Women Engineers and treasurer of the Society of Women Engineers. Along with her many activities, she is also a member of Alpha Lambda Delta freshman honor society, an inductee of the Tau Beta Pi engineering honor society and a recipient of an Ohio Space Grant Consortium scholarship.

Mr. Meyer is a sophomore double majoring in Economics and Financial Services, with plans to graduate in 2001. As a two-year member of Phi Sigma Phi National Fraternity, Mr. Meyer has served in a number of capacities, including class president, Greek affairs council representative, and recording secretary. He is also secretary of both the Finance Club and Economics Club plus a member of the President's Ambassadors Club.

Ms. Casey L. Salyer, a resident of Huber Heights, is a sophomore majoring in Management Information Systems, graduating in June 2001. Ms. Salyer, a former team captain of both the Wayne High School volleyball and softball teams, now serves as a volunteer assistant coach for the 8^th grade volleyball team at the local junior high. She works as a secretarial assistant in the Department of Management at Wright State.

Mr. Syska, a resident of Fairborn, is in his 3^rd year as a Biological Science major, graduating in June 2001. Mr. Syska is the captain of the WSU men's soccer team and a member of numerous committees. His role on these committees includes serving as a delegate for Wright State to the Midwestern Collegiate Conference (MCC), a member of the Wright State Athletic Council, and in the roles of both the president and vice president of the Student Athlete Advisory Council.

Dean Rishi Kumar, Dr. Robert Scherer and several colleagues from the College of Business Administration presented an overview of the specific grants, contracts, programs, and outcomes achieved on COBA's international initiatives. Current initiatives include; G-Trade, Global Trade Relations which trains students and local businesses in international trade management. Project Chile, which provides business students with practical international experience by sending students to Chile. JA Globe, an expanded Junior Achievement program that provides practical experience to students in import/export with students from other countries. LEAP and LARC, both of which are language oriented programs and NASBITE, an association that seeks to improve global economic competitiveness through education and training and for which WSU was selected as the host institution following a nationwide search. The new International Business Major is the fastest growing major in COBA, which includes three main components, the business core, language and culture.

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Budget Retreat - May 14, 1999, 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Next Board Meeting - Executive Session, Thursday, June 10, 1999, 4 p.m. Board Member Spouses and Guests, Past Trustees and Guests invited for dinner after Executive Session, 6 p.m.

Public Session will be at Lake Campus, (tentative schedule) leave campus 10 a.m. Lunch served at Lake Campus, Meeting starting at 1 p.m.

Commencement-June 12, 1999, Breakfast-8:30 a.m., Commencement-10 a.m.

XIII.ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 9:43 a.m.