 
WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTEENTH MEETING February 5 and 6, 2004I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting of the Wright State University Board of Trustees was called to order by Mr. Michael Adams, chair on Thursday, February 5, 2004, 4:00 p.m., 267 University Hall. Ms. Jacqueline McMillan, secretary to the Board of Trustees, called the roll:
II. PROOF OF NOTICE OF MEETING Mr. Adams reported that this meeting was called by written notification and a quorum was present. III. DISPOSITION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES Mr. Adams moved to approve the November 20 and 21, 2003, minutes as submitted. Mr. Graber seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION In accordance with the Ohio Open Meetings Law, the Board, after a majority of a quorum, determined to hold an Executive Session by offering the following resolution: RESOLUTION 04-15RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees agreed to hold Executive Session on Thursday, February 5, 2004; and be it further RESOLVED that pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G), the following issues may be discussed in Executive Session: • Legal Report • Potential dismissal, demotion, or discipline of a tenured faculty member, and pertinent personnel matters • Purchase of real property by WSU Foundation, Inc., and pertinent real estate matters Mr. Nevin moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote. V. RECESS Following the Executive Session and a tour of the College of Nursing and Health, the WSU Trustees and the Student Trustees joined the President and Mrs. Goldenberg for dinner at Rockafield House. VI. RECONVENE - ROLL CALL The Wright State University Board of Trustees reconvened on Friday, February 6, 2004, 8:30 a.m., in Room E156 of the Student Union. Ms. McMillan called the roll:
Mr. Adams stated that the Wright State University Board of Trustees is a public body subject to the Ohio Open Meetings Act. It operates on a fixed agenda available to those attending the meeting. Persons wishing to address the Board in its Public Session should submit a written request to the Board of Trustees’ office 72 hours in advance of the meeting in order to be placed on the agenda. However, all persons address the Board at the invitation of the Board and are subject to time limitations and other guidelines established to maintain the good order of the meeting. VII. REPORT OF THE CHAIR A. Introduction of 2003-2004 Trustee Scholars This scholarship recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and extra-curricular activities. It is awarded to 2 freshman students and covers tuition, room, board, and books for 4 years. This year’s Trustee Scholars are: Lori Ann Lero graduated from Defiance High School in Defiance, Ohio. On campus, she has been involved with voter registration, the community service class – volunteering service to Friends Care community and a local nursing home. She was recently accepted into Alpha Lambda Delta, a freshmen honorary society. She also works at JC Penney’s. Lori is majoring in nursing. James R. Boss graduated from Port Clinton High School located on the shores of Lake Erie. He was valedictorian of his class and was co-captain of the varsity basketball team. Jimmy has participated in intramural sports on campus and is a member of the Student Honors Association and the Wright State Pre-medical Society. He also is an inductee into the Alpha Lambda Delta Society. He is a biology/pre-med student. VIII. REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT Dr. Kim Goldenberg made several announcements: · 500 students, faculty, staff, alumni attended the kickoff of the Family Phase of the Campaign January 31st in the McLin Gym. · Wright State Arts Gala is scheduled for April 3rd in the Creative Arts Center. · The student headcount is up 3.1% and credit hours are up 5.5% compared to last year at this time. Retention rate is 92% from the fall to the winter quarter. A. Promotion and Tenure The university-wide Promotion and Tenure Committee conducted a mail ballot to consider a recommendation received from the Raj Soin College of Business Promotion and Tenure Committee for consideration of tenure for the following new university faculty members: Dr. Rosemary Ramsey Professor of Management Dr. Vikram Sethi Professor of Information Systems and Operations Management Dr. Ramsey and Dr. Sethi held tenured positions at their previous institutions, and have a distinguished record of scholarship, teaching, and service RESOLUTION 04-16 RESOLVED that the promotion and tenure recommendations as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are approved. Mr. Jenkins moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote. B. Appointing Authority 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 presented for the Board’s approval: RESOLUTION 04-17 WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted in the Administrative Code and Section 2/01L of the University Code of Regulations, Allan Boggs, assistant vice president, Human Resources, is delegated to serve as appointing authority 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 that this resolution supersedes Resolution 03-15, dated February 7, 2003. Mr. Diggs moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote. C. Facility Security Clearance RESOLUTION 04-18WHEREAS, Wright State University wishes to maintain its facility security clearance through the Defense Security Service, and WHEREAS, those persons occupying the following positions among the officers and officials at Wright State University shall be known as Key Management Personnel (KMP) as described in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual: Dr. Kim Goldenberg President Dr. David R. Hopkins Provost Dr. Matthew V. Filipic Vice President for Business and Fiscal Affairs Dr. Joseph F. Thomas, Jr. Vice President for Research Dr. William K. Sellers Director, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs WHEREAS, the Chief Executive and the KMP have been processed, or will be processed, to the level of the facility clearance granted to this institution, as provided for in the aforementioned National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual; and WHEREAS, the said KMP are hereby delegated all of the Board’s duties and responsibilities pertaining to the protection of classified information under classified contracts of the Department of Defense or User Agencies of its Industrial Security Program awarded to Wright State University; and WHEREAS, the following named members of the Board of Trustees shall not require, shall not have, and can be effectively excluded from access to all classified information in the possession of Wright State University, and do not occupy positions that would enable them to affect adversely the policies and practices of Wright State University in the performance of classified contracts for the Department of Defense or User Agencies of its Industrial Security Program, awarded to Wright State University, and need not be processed for a personnel clearance: Michael Adams Bonnie G. Langdon Matthew O. Diggs, Jr. Lester L. Lyles Daisy Duncan Foster Robert C. Nevin Don R. Graber J. Thomas Young Martin D. Jenkins THEREFORE be it RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of Wright State University authorizes the establishment of the above KMP and this resolution supersedes Resolution 03-16 dated February 7, 2003. Mr. Nevin moved for approval. Gen. Lyles seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. D. Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering Research RESOLUTION 04-19 According to university policy approved by the Board of Trustees in February 1996, President Goldenberg recommended the appointment of a distinguished professor of biomedical engineering research, effective July 1, 2004: Thomas N. Hangartner Professor of Biomedical Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science RESOLVED that the faculty appointment of distinguished professor of biomedical engineering research, as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby is approved. Mr. Jenkins moved for approval. Mr. Diggs seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote. E. Confirmation of Academic and Administrative Appointments and Changes Faculty New Hires Fiona Fuerstner, has been appointed Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance, Theatre Arts, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/5/2004. William Horan, M.A., has been appointed Instructor, English, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/1/2004. Allen Hunt, Ph.D, has been appointed Associate Professor, Physics, College of Science & Mathematics, effective 1/1/2004. Samuel Lippert, Ph.D, has been appointed Assistant Professor, Biomedical, Industrial and Human Factors Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/2/2004. Courtney Sulentic, Ph.D, has been appointed Assistant Professor, Pharmacology & Toxicology, School of Medicine, effective 11/1/2003. Faculty Appointments and Changes David Williams, B.S., has been appointed Instructor, Political Science, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/1/2004. Faculty Separations Deborah Bertsch, M.A., Lecturer, English, College of Liberal Arts, effective 12/31/2003. Patrick Campbell, Ph.D, Associate Professor, Psychology, College of Science & Mathematics, effective 12/31/2003. Janice Gabbert, Ph.D, Professor and Chair, Classics, College of Liberal Arts, effective 12/31/2003 (Retirement). Unclassified New Hires Mark Adams, B.A., has been appointed Research Assistant, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 1/5/2004. Samantha Ault, has been appointed Sports Promotion Director, Athletics, effective 11/10/2003. Autumn Cobbs-Coleman, M.Ed, has been appointed Teacher Licensure Advisor, Student Services, College of Education and Human Services, effective 12/8/2003. Tess Cortes, M.F.A., has been appointed University Galleries Coordinator, University Galleries, College of Liberal Arts, effective 11/17/2003. Frederick Ferris, has been appointed Senior Program Developer, Kettering Center for Continuing Education, effective 12/1/2003. Jason Franklin, has been appointed Coordinator Athletics Training Services, Athletics, effective 11/17/2003. Ronald Gfell, M.A.M, has been appointed Administrative Coordinator, Pediatrics, School of Medicine, effective 1/5/2004. Linda Hockaday, M.Ed, has been appointed Teacher Licensure Advisor, Student Services, College of Education and Human Services, effective 12/8/2003. William Jones, has been appointed Publications/Marketing Photographer, Center for Teaching and Learning, effective 12/1/2003. Geethanandh Kandasamy, M.S., has been appointed Web Application & Multimedia Developer, Anatomy & Physiology, School of Medicine, effective 1/5/2004. Woo Young Kim, Ph.D, has been appointed Visiting Researcher, Mechanical & Materials Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/1/2004. Sandeep Misri, Ph.D, has been appointed Research Associate, Research Affairs, School of Medicine, effective 1/12/2004. Jamie Norris, has been appointed Financial Analyst, Business Services, effective 1/20/2004. Hazel Rountree, J.D., has been appointed Assistant Director, Affirmative Action, effective 12/1/2003. Diana Scharf, has been appointed Office Assistant II, Field Experiences, College of Education and Human Services, effective 12/8/2003. Erick Schork, MS, has been appointed Strength & Conditioning Coach, Athletics, effective 12/4/2003. Jiangmin Xu, Ph.D, has been appointed Research Scientist, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 1/1/2004. Deborah Yurasek, B.S, has been appointed Director of Development, Engineering and Computer Science, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 11/17/2003. Unclassified Appointments and Changes Yanfang Chen, M.D., has been appointed Research Assistant Professor, Pharmacology & Toxicology, School of Medicine, effective 11/1/2003. Isabella Gorrillot, Ph.D, has been appointed Associate Director Technology Transfer, Research and Sponsored Programs, effective 1/1/2004. Charles Platt, has been appointed Distance Learning System Administrator, Center for Teaching and Learning, effective 2/1/2004. Sheila Shellabarger, M.L.S., has been appointed Sr. Associate University Librarian, University Libraries, effective 1/1/2004. Monica Snow, has been appointed Director Business and International Affairs, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 12/1/2003. Unclassified Separations Matthew Bekkedal, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Athletics, effective 12/1/2003. Kirsten Bell, Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Financial Aid, effective 12/12/2003. Jeffery Dabney, Technology Coordinator, Communications & Technology, effective 11/21/2003. Janet Frederick, Teacher Licensure Advisor, Student Services, College of Education and Human Services, effective 12/31/2003. Jana Lehman, Graduate Program Advisor, Business and Administration, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 12/17/2003. Melanie Phelps, Police Officer II, Police, effective 11/21/2003. Brett Powers, Web Coordinator, University Libraries, effective 12/31/2003. Robert Swoger, M.B.A., Admin Director Surgery, Surgery, School of Medicine, effective 12/31/2003. Patrica Walker, M.A., Associate University Librarian, University Libraries, effective 12/31/2003 (Retirement). Classified New Hires Timothy Abrams, has been appointed Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 11/17/2003. Adam Brown, has been appointed Communications Dispatcher I, Police, effective 11/10/2003. Carney Cox, has been appointed Vending Route Driver, Vending Services, effective 12/1/2003. Richard Coy, Jr., has been appointed Police Officer I, Police, effective 1/12/2004. Deborah Disabatino, has been appointed Administrative Specialist, University Honors, effective 12/29/2003. Karen Doty, has been appointed Community Health Advocate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 11/10/2003. Donald Freeman III, has been appointed Community Health Advocate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 1/7/2004. Dawn Hofaker, A.S., has been appointed Office Assistant II, School of Graduate Studies, effective 11/24/2003. Lula Jones, has been appointed Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 1/17/2004. Tamra McCleskey, B.S., has been appointed Sr. Library Techinical Assistant, University Libraries, effective 1/20/2004. Rita Scheidweiler, has been appointed Office Assistant I, Student Health Services, effective 1/12/2004. Teresa Stelmat, has been appointed Office Assistant II, Marketing, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 12/16/2003. Jennifer Uhlman, has been appointed Medical Student Coordinator, Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, effective 11/10/2003. Crystal Wirts, has been appointed Community Health Advocate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 1/7/2004. Classified Appointments and Changes Patrick Ammon, has been appointed Police Officer I, Police, effective 1/15/2004. Lori Grooms, has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Center for Healthy Communities, School of Medicine, effective 11/22/2003. Larry Blevins, has been appointed Wright Copy Coordinator, Printing Services, effective 1/3/2004. Classified Separations Rowland Carper, Police Sergeant, Police, effective 11/24/2003. Damon Henry, Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 11/7/2003. Joyce Jones, Community Health Advocate, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 1/10/2004. Heather Lee, Research Support Technician, Community Health, School of Medicine, effective 12/31/2003. Fadel McCullar, Operations Coordinator, Student Union, effective 12/4/2003. Leslie Nicol, Library Technical Assistant, Fordham Library, effective 11/19/2003. Billie Setzekorn, Administrative Specialist, Student Life, effective 1/9/2004. Brian Sterling, Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 1/13/2004. Greg Williams, Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 11/24/2003. RESOLUTION 04-20 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. Young motioned for approval. Mr. Diggs seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote. F. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations The following gifts have been received and acknowledgment sent to the donors:
RESOLUTION 04-21RESOLVED that the gifts and donations listed above are hereby accepted. Mr. Nevin moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote. G. Report of Investments Since the last Board meeting, investments for October and November 2003 have been received. These reports have been distributed to the trustees and are filed with the official Board of Trustees’ records. H. Ratification of Contracts and Grants The award numbers for Wright State University’s externally sponsored projects continue to outpace last fiscal year’s performance. Funding recorded from July 1, 2003 through December 31, 2003 totals nearly $30.5 million, an increase of 38% compared to this time last year. The National Institutes of Health has awarded almost $900,000 in continuation funding of a collaborative research effort led by Dr. Roger Siervogel of the School of Medicine. The faculty team will address the role of genetic factors that may influence the risk of cardiovascular disease. A new instructional project of more than $150,000 has been funded to support Dr. Marjorie McLellan of the Department of History, in her work to help improve traditional American History instruction at schools in the Montgomery County. RESOLUTION 04-22 RESOLVED that the contracts and grants submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are ratified. Mr. Young moved for adoption. Gen. Lyles seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote. IX. REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD A. Academic Affairs Committee Gen. Lyles reported on the Academic Affairs committee meeting of January 23, 2004, the following topics were discussed: · Report of the Provost Winter quarter enrollment highlights: Undergraduate headcount is up 2.3% from last year; graduate headcount is up 5.4% from last year; and total university headcount is up 3.1%. Undergraduate credit hours are up 4.6% from last year; graduate credit hours are up 9.7% from last year; and total university credit hours are up 5.5%. · Provost Hopkins announced the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) reaccreditation site visit in the spring of 2006. A steering committee has been appointed to lead the process, chaired by Dr. Lillie Howard, vice president for Curriculum and Instruction and the dean of the University College. · Provost Hopkins has appointed a committee to address ongoing classroom scheduling and facilities challenges and to ensure adequate and appropriate classroom space for the future. The committee, charged to develop a university classroom plan for the future that is consistent with the University Strategic Plan, is expected to forward its recommendations to the Provost by the end of winter quarter 2004. Dr. Lillie Howard will chair the committee. · The name of the department of Management Science and Information Systems (Raj Soin College of Business) has been changed to the department of Information Systems and Operations Management. The new name is more reflective of the curriculum content and the scholarship of the faculty. The change is also consistent with the evolving nature of the discipline and the restructuring of departments at our peer institutions. · The Center for Genomics Research: Using New Technologies in the Study of Human Disease Dr. Howard Part, dean of the School of Medicine, and Dr. Steven Berberich, associate professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, described the Center for Genomics Research (CGR). Dr. Berberich, director of the CGR, reported that we have well-funded genomic research taking place at Wright State University. Through external funds, the School of Medicine has established cutting-edge genomics technologies that will enable the CGR to serve as a regional link for industries and government agencies engaged in genomics-based research. This research will positively impact the health of our community. The Center of Genomic Research will enable researchers to maintain competitiveness in scholarship and grant funding and serve as a mechanism to further collab oration. · Student Outcomes Assessment Dr. Bill Rickert, associate provost, discussed student outcomes assessment. Institutional assessment focuses on issues such as retention, graduation rates, student engagement and satisfaction, while outcomes assessment focuses directly on student learning. The university’s assessment plan, “A Plan for Assessing Student Achievement,” was approved by the North Central Association in 1995 and continues as the foundation for WSU outcomes assessment. The plan is being updated and will include: accreditation and licensure requirements; objectives (employment, additional education, etc.); learning outcomes (knowledge, skills, etc.); performance standards; direct and indirect measures of performance; application of results; and timetable for assessment. 1. Emeritus Requests RESOLUTION 04-23 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, Janice Gabbert, professor of Classics, has served the university since 1978 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; and WHEREAS, Jon Rodriguez, associate professor of Dance, has served the university since 1986 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; therefore be it RESOLVED that the requests for emeritus status for the aforementioned faculty members, as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are endorsed. Gen. Lyles moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by voice vote. B. Advancement Committee Mr. Graber, chair reported on the Advancement Committee meeting of January 23, 2004. · Campaign Update Mrs. Marcia Muller announced that the campaign continues to exceed expectations, as it is now 20% over goal. Recent gifts include $750,000 from Lexis-Nexis for an endowed chair to be matched by the Ohio Board of Regents through the Eminent Scholar program and a $1 million beneficiary designation from an individual. Ms. Marianne Requarth has been hired as development director for the College of Education and Human Services and the School of Professional Psychology. A fund raising seminar for the deans and development officers is slated for February 9th and 10th. The Family Phase of the campaign is scheduled to kick off January 31st. During this phase, faculty, staff, students’ parents and students will be asked to participate in the campaign. The goal for this phase is $2 million. A project entitled Rowdy Around Town will also be initiated. Approximately 25 Rowdys will be decorated by student organizations and local artists, displayed around Dayton over the summer and then auctioned off next fall. Proceeds will be earmarked for student organizations. · Impact of the Campaign for the College of Science and Mathematics Dr. Michele Wheatly, dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, talked about the impact of the campaign on the College of Science and Mathematics. One major accomplishment was the Mead endowed chair of environmental sciences along with $653,495 in scholarship funds raised in the last 18 months. Facility improvements and program support have been made possible through Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals, Paradigm Geophysical Corp. and Marathon Oil. Continuing needs include laboratory renovations, endowed scholarships, faculty development and research support. · Alumni Association Update Mrs. Muller reported that the Alumni Association has been very active recently. Recent alumni events in Sarasota and Chicago were well attended. The College Outstanding Alumni Awards, scheduled for February 14, will honor ten alumni, one from each of the colleges. Other Alumni events are scheduled for Miami and Atlanta in the coming months. · WSU Foundation Update Mrs. Muller announced that Mr. Ron Amos and Mr. Bill Hann have agreed to serve on the Foundation Board and will be elected in February. A sub-committee is re-evaluating the Foundation’s basic assumptions and financial targets contained in the strategic plan. A draft of the revised plan will be presented to the full Foundation Board in February for discussion and adoption in June. The Resources Committee is reviewing the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Independent Sector recommendations to non-profits. Mr. Robert Nevin suggested that our auditors talk to the Foundation Board about Sarbanes-Oxley issues and their applicability to non-profit organizations. Mrs. Muller announced that Mr. Bob Batson, director of Advancement Services and Planned Giving, earned his Certified Financial Planner designation. · Marketing Update Ms. Karen Strider-Iiames, Marketing Communications Specialist, shared samples of student recruitment material currently being used to assist colleges in marketing themselves. Various college-based magazines are in design and production stages. The web site is being updated. Materials targeted for out-of-area marketing were shared. Television student recruitment advertisements were shown to the committee. C. Building and Grounds Committee Mr. Diggs, chair reported on the Building and Grounds Committee meeting of January 23, 2004. · Student Union RenovationMr. Mike Schulze discussed the proposed drawings of the Student Union renovation project. The board members toured the space after the committee meeting including the former food service area, current student organization spaces, swimming pool, and unfinished storage space. · Construction Projects Status Report Ms. Vicky Davidson presented an update of the construction projects. Dr. Matt Filipic announced that Mr. Timothy A. Thoroughman, university engineer will be officially leaving the university. The Board members congratulated Tim for his accomplishments at the university. D. Finance and Audit Committee Mr. Young chair reported on the committee meeting of January 23, 2004. The following topics were discussed: · Dean Howard Part and Mr. John Bale presented an overview of the School of Medicine. Dean Part emphasized major challenges that the school is facing including decreased subsidy from the state, increased tuition, new programs, and the closure of Franciscan Medical Center. The closure of this facility caused a significant loss in clinical faculty and teaching space. The school is working very hard to build back up from that loss and have done a wonderful job maintaining the program. Dean Part reviewed the different revenue sources for the school, reserve levels, and trends he sees in the future of the School of Medicine. · Dr. Matt Filipic presented an analysis of the university’s spending trends. He also shared a handout (Attachment 1) with everyone that outlined the university’s spending patterns FY1999-2002 compared to that of other state institutions. · There was a discussion about the university’s enrollments and retention figures. For winter quarter, enrollments are up 4.5% (credit hours) and 3.1% (headcount) over forecasted numbers. The university’s current first-year retention rate is at approximately 69%. The retention rate from fall quarter to winter quarter is approximately 92%. · The university’s investment reports reflect good performance. · Dr. Filipic presented his vice president’s Report. Some of the highlights are as follows: o The state revenues for December were above estimates for that period of time. At this time, there is no probable chance of a mid-year budget cut. There is a concern about a possible repeal of the penny increase in the state sales tax. If this increase is repealed by voters in November, it would go into effect in December 2004. This would mean a possible $120 million cut to higher education in the last 7 months of FY 2005. If primary education is exempt from cuts, the cuts in higher education could reach $209 million. These figures come from an analysis published last week. This sales tax increase is scheduled to be taken off in June 2005. So, even if a repeal is not successful, the state will have to address this issue at that time. o The University Systems Replacement is ready to be implemented. There will be a new university portal to be introduced to the community during Spring Break week. SCT, the vendor for the new systems, has been sold to Sungard Systems; however, there should be no negative impact on the implementation of these systems. o The release of the state capital bill will be delayed this year. Dr. Filipic expects that it will be released once there is a better idea of where the state sales tax issue is headed. o Mr. Keith Ralston and Ms. Vicky Davidson continue serving on the Classroom of the Future Committee that is chaired by Dr. Lillie Howard. The committee is reviewing the university’s capacity needs for classrooms and lab space. o Dr. Robert Sweeney and other members on the Finance faculty have been consulted on whether the university should move to an enhanced index for their investments. It has been recommended that the university look at a number of issues before making such a decision. o The audit of the Western Ohio Educational Foundation has been completed. The audit report was clean as was expected. o Dr. Filipic reported that the Governor’s Commission on Higher Education and the Economy (CHEE) has reviewed several hundred ideas for reengineering state funding for higher education. One option would move approximately $110 million into Research Challenge. This proposal would not affect Wright State as much as it would other institutions. IUC is working on a proposal that will be shared during the next commission meeting. o Dr. Filipic continues his work on the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Task Force for K-12 Funding. He is working closely with Senator Jacobson on this project. E. Student Affairs Committee Mr. Jenkins, chair reported on the committee meeting of January 23, 2004. · Vice-President’s ReportDr. Dan Abrahamowicz reported that WSU anticipates an increased need for housing over the next few years. By fall 2005, we will need additional beds. We are continuing discussion with AM Management and exploring other options to address this need. The vice president also reported that the Athletics Pavilion project is progressing in a positive direction. Parents’ Weekend will be held January 31 – February 1 and will include men’s and women’s basketball games, a Parents’ Association Meeting, Parent-of-the-Year Award, and a Sunday brunch hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Goldenberg. The Office of Residence Services is receiving the Cultural Diversity award from the Ohio College Personnel Association for their interactive program “Tunnel of Oppression.” · Student Government UpdateMr. Lucas Beagle and Ms. Donata Sharra discussed the progress of the Student Government Platform Committees. The New Positions Committee is considering the feasibility of two new positions: International Student Senator and Disabled Student Senator. The Student Government funded Scholarship Committee is working with the Foundation on fundraising possibilities for funding the scholarship. The Public Service Committee is reviewing shuttle service, the Food Service Committee is working with Sodexho on lowering prices in the Convenience Store, and the Communications Committee is reaching out to students in various campus venues. Student Government is conducting a parking survey. They will be counting available parking spaces on an hourly basis the week of January 26 to determine the adequacy of parking spaces at various times during the day. February 21-24, Student Government will be sending 4 members to the Council of Student Government Associations conference in College Station, Texas. Student Government is also working with the Ohio Council of Student Governments on issues of importance to higher education. · Faculty Senate Representative ReportThere was no Faculty Senate report · Orientation/UpdatesMr. Eric Corbitt, associate director of the Student Union, gave an overview of the Campus Recreation program. Campus Recreation and the Student Union merged in 1996. WSU is one of the few schools that have such a centralized, comprehensive program. Mr. Corbitt explained both the administrative/organizational structure and the many programs offered. He also reviewed the current space usage and what changes would occur with the planned Student Union renovation. Campus Recreation offers Intramural Sports, Adapted Recreation, Fitness/Wellness, Outdoor Recreation, and Sport Club programs. The office also handles a variety of large, university-wide special events. · Potential Policy Issues Dr. Robert Rando, director of the Psychological Services Center, discussed the mission of Psychological Services. The services offered include therapy, assessment, consultation, outreach, psychoeducational programming, research, training, and crisis intervention. Dr. Rando also discussed client demographics and the most prevalent issues for which students seek help. The number of students served and therapy hours have increased. New initiatives include expanding services to the Lake Campus, expanding the therapy program, completing research, and enhancing diversity services and programs. Ms. Wendy McGonigal, director of Student Health Services (SHS), outlined the administrative structure and services provided by Health Services. Student visits to SHS increased by 50% from 2000 until 2003. During that same time period, there was an 82% increase in medical and nurse-practitioner visits. An increase in reimbursements from student health insurance provided additional revenue to allow for an increase in staff and open hours. A student satisfaction survey conducted by SHS showed a very high level of satisfaction with services. Mr. Martin Jenkins suggested that a demographer attend the next committee meeting to discuss 2000 census data and its implications for Wright State. He asked all committee members to suggest questions (through e-mail to Dr. Abrahamowicz) they would like addressed by the demographer prior to the March 19 meeting. F. Student Trustees’ Report · Mr. Alex Wenning gave today’s report. · After returning from a six week Winter Break, students are already finding themselves immersed in the business of Midterms this week. · Mr. Lucas Beagle and Ms. Denada Sharra, Student Government President and Vice President, continue to proactively work on their platform, rallying the support of Student Government and other students to continue the spirit of excellence at Wright State. He attends weekly Student Government meetings to remain informed. ·
On Thursday, January 15, Wright State University and The Bolinga Black Cultural
Resources Center hosted Dr. Mary · On Sunday, January 18, Wright State University, the Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center, and the African and African American Studies Department presented the Fisk Jubilee Singers in concert, a chorale group that formed during the 1870s on the campus of Fisk University. Those in attendance enjoyed prelude music provided by a graduate student, a pre-concert lecture, and, of course, the highly-talented concert performance of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. · Parents of Wright State students were invited to campus last weekend for the annual Parents’ Weekend Celebration. Guests enjoyed a variety of activities. It’s truly a pleasure to host parents in honor of their contributions to students and to the university. G. Faculty President’s Report · Dr. Jack Dustin, faculty president, reported to the Board that the Faculty Senate approved three new programs: Certificate program in Comparative Development, minor program in Art History, and an honors program in International Studies. · The Senate made key appointments of faculty to several important committees. · The Faculty Senate passed a resolution on capital improvements and new construction. · The Senate Executive Committee will propose reinstituting a committee to look at how course materials can be provided more conveniently and economically. · The Executive Committee met with Associate Provost Bill Rickert to discuss working on a document tentatively called academic policies and procedures that would appear in the Wright Way Policy. · The Senate is working with Dr. Lillie Howard on approval of our general education requirements that will meet the Ohio Board of Regents transfer module. X. PRESENTATION AND POLICY DISCUSSIONS Dr. Kim Goldenberg introduced Dr.
Jay Thomas, vice president for Research and dean, School of Graduate Studies. Dr. Thomas has a national reputation in research at the
executive level, and has been asked to chair the reaccreditation
teams of some of the leading colleges of engineering in · Dr. Thomas gave the Board of Trustees an update on the Wright Center of Innovation for Advanced Data Management and Analysis. · The Wright Center of Innovation (WCI) was designed to further world-class research resulting in new technology platforms subject to accelerated, robust commercialization in order to maximize the economic impact for Ohio. · The focus areas are biosciences; information technology; power and propulsion; advanced materials; and, controls and electronics. · The objectives of WCI ADMA are as follows: - Make WCI ADMA a focal point for driving the economic impact of IT in Ohio - Establish a world-class research effort and attract eminent scholars to Ohio - Create a robust commercialization environment to accelerate discoveries into commercial application - Develop a performance testing center for electronic product code technology (ePC) - Succeed in the $50B global data management market. XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None XII. NEW BUSINESS A. Next Board Meetings – April 1 and 2, 2004. B. Ohio Ethics Commission – Financial Disclosure Statement Filing Deadline – April 15, 2004 C. AGB National Conference on Trusteeship – March 27-30, 2004, New Orleans D. Budget Presentation – May 13, 2004 XIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:55 a.m.
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