Wright State University Board of Trustees

Minutes

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE

TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY FOURTH MEETING

February 1 and 2, 2007

  1. CALL TO ORDER

    The meeting of the Wright State University Board of Trustees was called to order by Mr. Don R. Graber, chair, on Thursday, February 1, 2007, 4:00 p.m., 267 University Hall. Ms. Jacqueline McMillan, secretary to the Board of Trustees, called the roll:

    Present

    Michael Adams

    Don R. Graber

    Jamie King

    John C. Kunesh

    Bonnie G. Langdon

    Robert C. Nevin

    Vishal Soin

    J. Thomas Young

    Absent

    Lester L. Lyles
  2. PROOF OF NOTICE OF MEETING

    Mr. Graber reported that this meeting was called by written notification and a quorum was present.

  3. DISPOSITION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

    Mr. Graber moved to approve the November 16 and 17, 2006, minutes as submitted. Mr. Nevin seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

  4. 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 07-19

    RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees agreed to hold Executive Session on Thursday, February 1, 2007; and be it further

    RESOLVED that pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G), the following issues may be discussed in Executive Session:

    1. Legal Report

    2. Potential dismissal, demotion, or discipline of a tenured faculty member, and pertinent personnel matters

    3. Purchase of real property by WSU Foundation, Inc., and pertinent real estate matters

    Mr. Graber moved for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

  5. RECESS

    Following the Executive Session, the WSU Trustees, the Student Trustee and their guests joined Dr. and Mrs. Goldenberg for dinner.

  6. RECONVENE - ROLL CALL

    The Wright State University Board of Trustees reconvened on Friday, February 2, 2007, 8:30 a.m., in Room E156 of the Student Union. Ms. McMillan called the roll:

    Present

    Michael Adams

    Don R. Graber

    Jamie King

    John C. Kunesh

    Bonnie G. Langdon

    Robert C. Nevin

    Vishal Soin

    J. Thomas Young

    James Borchers

    Absent

    Lester L. Lyles

    Meagan R. Buxton

    Mr. Graber 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.

  7. REPORT OF THE CHAIR

    1. Recognition of Dr. Kim Goldenberg

      RESOLUTION 07-20

      WHEREAS, Dr. Kim Goldenberg was named the fifth president of Wright State University in 1998 after serving as dean of the School of Medicine, and served with distinction for nearly nine years as the educational leader of the Miami Valley's largest public institution of higher education; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Goldenberg's exemplary and exceptional leadership resulted in a capital campaign with a 40 million dollar goal that raised over 123 million dollars; a 50 percent increase in student housing facilities; participation in the Base Realignment and Closure Commission study that saved and added thousands of jobs in the community; the establishment of the Quest Conference to explore diversity in higher education throughout Ohio; the growth of the university to encompass 11 nationally funded education and research centers; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Goldenberg's leadership in the Dayton, Miami Valley, state, national, and international communities brought recognition of the important contributions made by the university and its faculty, staff, and students to the economic, political, social, and cultural life of our society; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Goldenberg led Ohio's Inter-University Council and helped restore a 150 million dollar cut in state support to higher education; served as President of the Dayton Area Graduate Studies Institute; co-chaired the Access and Success Subcommittee of the Governor's Commission on Higher Education and the Economy; was vice chair of the Miami Valley Research Park; and

      WHEREAS, President Goldenberg expended countless hours and seemingly inexhaustible energy in the interest of others, and through his pioneering efforts and consistent concern for and support of conscientious students and other individuals desiring education demonstrated his deep commitment to improving the quality of life for all people in our community; and

      WHEREAS, Under Dr. Goldenberg's leadership, research funding steadily increased to a record level this year of more than 64 million dollars; the university achieved the lowest tuition among 11 public doctoral degree granting institutions in Ohio; building projects have included the MTC Technologies Trading Center, the Setzer Pavilion/Mills-Morgan Center, the Joshi Research Center, and several renovation projects; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Kim Goldenberg is a strong and vital leader; an accomplished physician, engineer, and educator; a loving and supportive husband and father; and a genuinely warm and caring friend; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Goldenberg's leadership and commitment to culture, technology, human justice, and diversity has been honored by the National Conference for Community and Justice, the Ohio Senate, Greene County Commissioners, Fairborn Chamber of Commerce, and by being named Business Executive of the Year by the Dayton Business Journal; and

      WHEREAS, Dr. Goldenberg will continue his service and leadership to the university as President Emeritus;

      THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Wright State University Board of Trustees express its sincere appreciation and heartfelt commendation to Dr. Kim Goldenberg for 24 years of service to the university and his outstanding commitment and leadership on behalf of the university.

      Mr. Nevin motioned for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

    2. Introduction of Trustee Scholars

      This scholarship recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and extra-curricular activities. It is awarded to 2 freshman students and covers tuition, room and board, and books for 4 years. This year's Trustee Scholars are:

      1. Kathleen Timmerman

      Katie Timmerman was raised in Fort Loramie, OH and graduated Valedictorian from Anna Local School while completing post secondary at Edison Community College. She is currently working on her Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. Katie is a member of the Society for Women in Engineering, participating in Relay for Life, and co-founding a new organization based around Science, Mathematics, and Engineering.

      2. Kelsey Miles

      Kelsey Miles attended Greenville High School in Greenville, Ohio. She is a freshman at Wright State majoring in Biological Sciences/Pre-med. Kelsey is a member of the Wright State Raiders Women's tennis team, a member of the Biology club, Student Honors Association (SHA), Students for Organ Donations Club (SOD), Pre-Med Society (WSPS), and Athletes in Action (AIA). In addition, she volunteers for Montgomery County Reach Out medical clinic.

  8. REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT

    1. University Update

      Dr. Hopkins provided an update on some university achievements:

      1. The Raj Soin College of Business was honored by the Dayton Business Journal as the Not-For-Profit Organization of the Year for 2006.

      2. Charles Ciampaglio, associate professor of geology and paleontology at the Lake Campus, is one of three Ohio professors selected from 150 nominations for the "Excellence in Education" Award from Ohio Magazine.

      3. Faculty in Wright State's College of Science and Mathematics and College of Education and Human Services received two awards from 47 submitted to the Ohio Board of Regents for its Improving Teacher Quality Program.

      4. The Office of Communications and Marketing won 13 Hermes Awards from the Dayton Advertising Association. The awards were for a variety of projects, including the Admissions Viewbook; Community magazine; special events for the Office of the President and more. Wright State's marketing projects competed against products produced by major organizations across the Miami Valley in all sectors.

      5. Wangari Maathai, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient from Africa and former congressman and Ambassador Tony Hall, an internationally known advocate for the world's poor from Ohio, shared their experiences battling poverty during the 2007 Honors Institute Symposium on Poverty and Society.

      6. 6. The Boonshoft School of Medicine is the recipient of a generous donation from the Levin Family Foundation and the Kettering Medical Center. A 44-foot mobile medical van and funds for its conversion were given to the Homeland Emergency Learning and Preparedness Center (H.E.L.P. Center) within the Department of Emergency Medicine. Once converted, the vehicle will become a mobile Healthcare Operations and Preparedness Education (HOPE) mobile command unit for the center and the region.

    2. Facility Security Clearance

      RESOLUTION 07-21

      WHEREAS, 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. David Hopkins

      President

      Dr. Steven R. Angle (effective March 15, 2007)

      Provost

      Dr. Matthew V. Filipic

      Vice President for Business and Fiscal Affairs

      Dr. John A. Bantle, II

      Vice President for Research

      Dr. William K. Sellers

      Assistant Vice President, 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 Lester L. Lyles

      Don R. Graber Robert C. Nevin

      Jamie King Vishal Soin

      John C. Kunesh J. Thomas Young

      Bonnie G. Langdon

      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 06-4 dated September 30, 2005.

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

    3. Appointing Authority Revision

      By state stature, the university is required to keep current the person within

      the institution who is designated "appointing authority."

      RESOLUTION 07-22

      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 continues to serve as appointing authority, and Gayle Berry, director, Employee and Labor Relations, Compensation and Benefits, as his alternate with respect to all position in the classified services, therefore be it

      RESOLVED that any reduction in workforce, 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 04-17, dated February 6, 2004.

      Ms. Langdon motioned for approval. Mr. Young seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

    4. Promotion and Tenure

      The following promotion and tenure is effective retroactive to September 1, 2006.

      Dr. Frank W. Ciarallo

      Biomedical, Industrial, and Human Factors Engineering

      College of Engineering and Computer Science

      Associate Professor with Tenure

      RESOLUTION 07-23

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

      Dr. Kunesh moved for adoption. Mr. Graber seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.

    5. Confirmation of Academic and Administrative Appointments and Changes

      Faculty New Hires

      Julie Konik, Ph.D., has been appointed Instructor, Psychology, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 1/1/2007.

      Nick Ritucci, Ph.D., has been appointed Instructor, Neuroscience, Cell Biology, and Physiology, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 1/1/2007.

      Amit Sheth, Ph.D., has been appointed Professor, Computer Science and Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/1/2007.

      Karen W. Hayes, M.A., has been appointed Instructor, English, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/1/2007.

      Lisa Morrisette, M.A., has been appointed Assistant Professor, Art and Art History, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/1/2007.

      Crystal Collier, Psy.D., has been appointed Instructor, School of Professional Psychology, effective 11/1/2006.

      Michael Blum, Ph.D., has been appointed Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 1/1/2007.

      Yvonne K. Seon, Ph.D., has been appointed Director, Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center, effective 1/2/2007.

      Faculty Separations

      Joyce Kannan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, History, College of Liberal Arts, effective 11/30/2006.

      Latanya Davis, M.S., Clinical Instructor, College of Nursing and Health, effective 12/31/2006.

      Joan Hlinomaz, M.S., Clinical Instructor, College of Nursing and Health, effective 12/31/2006.

      Thomas A. Knapke, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor, Lake Campus, effective 12/31/2006.

      Paula Saunders, Ph.D., Professor, Marketing, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 12/31/2006.

      Gust Bambakidis, Ph.D., Professor, Physics, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 12/31/2006.

      Richard Bethke, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Mechanical and Materials Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 12/31/2006.

      Samuel Lippert, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Biomedical, Industrial, and Human Factors Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 11/17/2006.

      Robert M. Sumser, Ph.D., Associate Professor, History, College of Liberal Arts, effective 12/15/2006.

      Unclassified New Hires

      Nathan J. Moore, B.S.B.A., has been appointed Special Events Support Supervisor, Center for Teaching and Learning, effective 12/7/2006.

      Ann D. Kitchen, B.A., has been appointed Financial Assistant, Educational Leadership, College of Education and Human Services, effective 1/2/2007.

      Nathan Seim, B.A., has been appointed Technology Support Coordinator, Dean's Office, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 1/2/2007.

      Alex N. Wenning, M.A., has been appointed Advising Assistant, University College, effective 12/20/2006.

      Jason E. Champagne, M.S., has been appointed Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment, Graduate Studies, effective 1/2/2007.

      John A. Bantle, Ph.D., has been appointed Vice President, Research and Graduate Studies, effective 1/1/2007.

      Yun Wu, M.A., has been appointed Associate Director, Post Award, Research and Sponsored Programs, effective 1/1/2007.

      Angela Griffith, B.S., has been appointed Enrollment Advisor, Mechanical and Materials Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 11/15/2006.

      Eric J Buchanan has been appointed Medical Readiness Coordinator, Emergency Medicine, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 11/1/2006.

      Bahng Mi Jung, Ph.D., has been appointed Research Associate 1, Earth and Environmental Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 11/13/2006.

      Mark Moore, B.S., has been appointed Pharmacist, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/4/2006.

      James Reese, B.S., has been appointed Accountant, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 1/1/2007.

      Martin Stieger, M.S., has been appointed Research Engineer, Wright State Research Institute, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 11/20/2006.

      Mark Wysong, M.B.A., has been appointed Program Manager, Wright State Research Institute, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/2/2007.

      Christina R. Brockman, B.S., has been appointed Advising Assistant, University College, effective 12/20/2006.

      Christine A. Kilinger, M.S.J., has been appointed Program Coordinator, Asian, Hispanic, Native American Center, effective 11/20/2006.

      F. John Wedig, M.B.A., has been appointed Grants Accountant, Research and Sponsored Programs, effective 11/11/2006.

      Jessica Sparks, B.F.A., has been appointed Web Designer, Communication and Marketing, effective 1/8/2007.

      Unclassified Appointments and Changes

      Mildred Biggers has been appointed Assistant to the Dean, College of Nursing and Health, effective 12/1/2006.

      Melinda Forsythe has been appointed Assistant to the Director, Wright State Research Institute, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/2/2007.

      Ryan Fendley, B.A., has been appointed Business Manager, Wright State Research Institute, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 1/1/2007.

      Mauricio DiFulvio, Ph.D., has been appointed Research Associate 2, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/1/2007.

      Thalia Duncan-Alexander, B.S., has been appointed Prevention Educator/Case Manager, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 11/1/2006.

      Unclassified Separations

      Thomas H. Mohaupt, Radiation Safety Officer, Environmental Health and Safety, effective 1/31/2007.

      Ann E. Silcox, Sr Library Technical Assistant, University Libraries, effective 12/15/2006.

      Vicki Bornhorst, B.A., Purchasing Agent II, Purchasing, effective 12/28/2006.

      Kathleen Hollowell, Web Designer, Communication and Marketing, effective 12/1/2006.

      Anna Carone, B.A., Director Educational Resource Center, Educational Resource Center, effective 12/31/2006.

      Cindy Baker, M.S.W., Research Assistant, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/31/2006.

      Jeanette Frey, M.S., Research Assistant, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics, effective 11/30/2006.

      Leslie Neubauer, B.S., Program Coordinator, Emergency Medicine, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/5/2006.

      Misty Cowgill, B.S.N., Advocate Nurse/Case Manager, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/12/2007.

      Michael Stogsdill, Manager Medical Systems Program, Emergency Medicine, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/2/2007.

      Leona Miller, Administrative Assistant, Computer Science, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 12/31/2006.

      Maria Belmonte, B.S., Mortician, Academic Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/10/2007.

      Robert A. Wood, M.A., Assistant Dean, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/31/2007.

      Classified New Hires

      John N. Weaver has been appointed Police Cadet, University Police, effective 12/27/2006.

      Jesse J. Harrod has been appointed Police Cadet, University Police, effective 12/27/2006.

      Beverly Z. Jacks has been appointed Office Assistant 2, College of Nursing and Health, effective 1/2/2007.

      Tina M. Yost has been appointed Records Technician 1, Advancement Services, effective 1/2/2007.

      Darla J. Donohue, has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Student Services, College of Education and Human Services, effective 1/2/2007.

      Melinda K. Rowland, has been appointed Office Assistant 1, University Police, effective 12/11/2006.

      Sonceree C. Best, B.S. has been appointed Office Assistant 1, University College, effective 12/8/2006.

      Robyn L. Bennett has been appointed Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 1/2/2007.

      Aaron Smith has been appointed Classroom Services Technician, Academic Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/18/2006.

      Laurie Schoettinger, has been appointed Office Assistant 2, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/13/2006.

      Jennifer Webb, B.S., has been appointed Program Coordinator, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 11/20/2006.

      Brian J. Bieker has been appointed Air Quality Technician, Physical Plant, effective 12/19/2006.

      Susan E. Paul has been appointed Office Assistant 1, University College, effective 12/8/2006.

      Rebecca Traxler, B.S., has been appointed Administrative Specialist, English, College of Liberal Arts, effective 12/18/2006.

      Deborah Rentz has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Counseling and Wellness, effective 11/13/2006.

      Angela M. Luneke has been appointed Records Management Coordinator, Registrar's Office, effective 11/1/2006.

      Bryan F. Nethers has been appointed Office Assistant 1, Center for Performance Excellence, effective 11/20/2006.

      Classified Appointments and Changes

      Mary R. Zurawka, has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Criminal Justice Program, College of Liberal Arts, effective 12/4/2006.

      Amanda G. Ping, A.A., has been appointed Account Clerk 3, Bursar's Office, effective 1/8/2007.

      Carolyn M. White has been appointed Student Services Specialist, Graduate Studies, effective 1/8/2007.

      Classified Separations

      Lori Metivier, Administrative Support Coordinator, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 12/2/2006.

      Carl J. Gamble, Lead Maintenance and Repair Worker 2, Physical Plant, effective 12/31/2006.

      RESOLUTION 07-24

      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.

      Ms. Langdon moved for adoption. Mrs. King seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

    6. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations

      The following gifts have been received and acknowledgment sent to the donors:

      To the Office of Marketing and Communications

      From:

      Dayton's CW, WBDT-TV

      2589 Corporate Place

      Miamisburg, OH 45342

      Promotional advertisements/announcements

      Estimated Value: $173,200.00

      To the College of Science and

      Mathematics

      Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

      From:

      Schlumberger Technology Corporation

      5599 San Felipe, Suite 1700

      Houston, TX 77056

      Software

      Estimated Value: $6,141,472.00

      To the Electronics Shop

      From:

      Aldrich Chemical Company

      6000 North Teutonia

      Milwaukee, WI 53209

      Used Instruments: Varian 3600 GC, Shimadzu GC-7A, HP 5890 series II GC, Auto Flow CO2 water-jacketed incubator, Carlo Erba Instruments NA 1500 Nitrogen/Carbon Analyzer

      Estimated Value: $9,500.00

      To the Physics Department

      From:

      Dr. E. J. Saccocio

      1790 Sugar Run Trail

      Bellbrook, OH 45305

      Optical and Electronic Components

      Estimated Value: $3,500.00

      To the Honors Program

      Honors Residence Hall

      From:

      James Walker

      965 South High Street

      Yellow Springs, OH 45387

      1928 Chase Upright Mahogany Piano

      Estimated Value: $750.00

      To Wright State University

      From:

      Mills Development Company

      2689 Commons Boulevard, #30

      Beavercreek, OH 45431

      4 month Lease of Building in University Park

      Estimated Value: $68,656.00

      RESOLUTION 07-25

      RESOLVED that the gifts and donations listed above are hereby accepted.

      Mr. Soin motioned for approval. Mr. Nevin seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.

    7. Report of Investments

      Since the last Board meeting, investments for September, October and November 2006 have been received. These reports will be filed with the official Board of Trustees' records.

    8. Ratification of Contracts and Grants

      Wright State University has recorded $30,066,587 in external funding after the first six months of fiscal year 2006-07. Recent awards include a $1,786,559 grant from the National Science Foundation to Michele G. Wheatly, Bor Jang, and Nathan Klingbeil in which Wright State University will collaborate with Sinclair Community College to develop a common first-year Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) experience to increase first-to-second year retention at both institutions (by 10%) and to increase articulation to more than a doubling of STEM graduations across all disciplines.

      RESOLUTION 07-26

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

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

  9. REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD

    1. Academic Affairs Committee

      Ms. Langdon reported on the Academic Affairs committee meeting of January 19, 2007. The following topics were discussed:

      • Report of the Provost

        John (Jack) A. Bantle II, Ph.D., joined Wright State as vice president for Research and Graduate Studies on January 2, 2007. Previously, Bantle was vice president for Research at Ohio University.

      • Homeland Emergency Learning and Preparedness (H.E.L.P.) Center

        Dr. Howard Part, dean of the Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dr. Glenn Hamilton, professor and chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Mark Gebhart, assistant professor of Emergency Medicine and director of the Homeland Emergency Learning and Preparedness Center, made a presentation on Wright State's Homeland Emergency Learning and Preparedness (H.E.L.P.) Center.

        Founded June 25, 2005, the H.E.L.P. Center was formed within the Department of Emergency Medicine. The center has been funded by the Ohio Department of Health to help the state address current concerns about medical readiness in the case of man-made or natural disasters. Medical readiness components of the H.E.L.P. Center include: (1) Human Population Risk Assessment; (2) Human Access Care and Evacuation – Calamityville; (3) Dynamic Medical Systems; and (4) Response System Recovery.

        The center has been instrumental in developing Ohio's pilot program for training first responders and has worked closely with the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association to coordinate and develop a community-wide response plan. The H.E.L.P. Center mission is to become a nationally recognized center of excellence in medical readiness by establishing leadership, training, and service in this discipline.

      • Intersession 2006 Report

        Dr. Lillie Howard, vice president for Curriculum and Instruction and dean of the University College, reported that the winter 2006 intersession was highly successful. Over 700 students were enrolled.

      • New University Partnership with Adena Health System

        Dr. Anita Curry-Jackson, associate provost for University Partnerships and Assessment, reported that Wright State University and Adena Health System have collaborated to bring a new nursing education program to Chillicothe. The program is designed to prepare baccalaureate pre-licensure graduates to bolster the number of BSN graduates for the Chillicothe region.

        Initially called the Healthcare Education and Technology Center, the new facility will be built on the campus of Adena Regional Medical Center. It will include simulation labs, classrooms, an auditorium, and other features designed to enhance the healthcare learning experience. The center will be used not only for the BSN program, but for others pursuing higher degrees in nursing, community education, continuing education for physicians, training for Adena staff and allied health professional programs.

        Offering our pre-licensure curriculum at an additional site, off the Dayton campus, is a new endeavor for the WSU-Miami Valley College of Nursing and Health.

        1. Emeritus Requests

        RESOLUTION 07-27

        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, Samuel Adebonojo, professor of Surgery, Boonshoft School of Medicine, served the university from 1997 to 2007 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; and

        WHEREAS, Gust Bambakidis, professor of Physics, College of Science and Mathematics, served the university from 1977 to 2006 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; and

        WHEREAS, Richard Bethke, professor of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, served the university from 1970 to 2006 in a fully-affiliated and full-time status and has requested emeritus status; and

        WHEREAS, Paula Saunders, professor of Marketing, Raj Soin College of Business, served the university from 1990 to 2006 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.

        Mr. Young moved for adoption. Mr. Adams seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

    2. Advancement Committee

      Mr. Young, chair, reported on the Advancement Committee meeting of January 19, 2007.

      • Alumni Relations Report

        Ms. Susan Smith announced that the African American Alumni Society provided two scholarships this year. The first ever all class Reunion Weekend, slated for February 15-17, has 13 different events planned. The College Outstanding Alumni Awards will be held on February 17th and Mrs. Jamie King will be one of the honorees. Special recognition of Dr. Goldenberg will be held during the award program.

      • Development Report

        Mr. Robert Copeland reported that offers have been extended for the director of Development for the Raj Soin College of Business and the director of Annual Giving positions. Both candidates are experienced in their respective areas.

      • Corporate and Foundation Relations

        Ms. Colleen Lampton-Brill, director of Foundation and Corporate Relations, gave an overview of her goals and strategic directions, with special emphasis on national foundations. Proposals totaling $4.5 million have been submitted for funding and eight foundations have been identified for follow-up.

        Ms. Hilles Hughes, assistant director of Foundation and Corporate Relations, gave an update on building the Corporate Appeal volunteer corps and targeting younger alums for involvement. Mr. Bill Pohlman and his partners at Pohlman and Talmage will chair Corporate Appeal next year. Mr. Ron Cloyd is this year's chairman. The Executive Perks breakfasts will also continue in the coming months.

      • Campaign Wrap Up/Divisional Update

        The search for the associate vice for Development is ongoing. The search committee has arrowed the list of applicants to five candidates, who will be invited for campus interviews in February.

        Mrs. Marcia Muller announced that The Heritage Gala on December 2nd was a success with 300 in attendance. This year 120 donors qualified for society recognition. The community gala on January 11th, honoring Dr. Goldenberg was successful with over 400 in attendance. Mrs. Muller recognized Mr. Robert Copeland and the Development staff for their hard work on this event. A campus wide event, honoring Dr. and Mrs. Goldenberg was held on January 16th and Mrs. Goldenberg will be honored at a luncheon on January 29th at the Schuster Center.

        The campaign has been concluded and now a review of outcomes is being completed. Preliminary planning for the next campaign has already begun.

        Ms. Iris Harvey reported that the Office of Communications and Marketing won 13 Hermes Awards from the Dayton Advertising Association. The awards were for a variety of projects, including the Admissions Viewbook; advertisements for the Raj Soin College of Business and the Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Pictures; direct mail promotions; Community magazine; special events for the Office of the President and more.

      • Student Union Philanthropic Opportunities

        Mr. Bill Shepard, executive director of the Student Union and development liaison for the Division of Student Affairs, talked about recent gifts from Student Legal Services for scholarships. He also described recent equipment gifts in support of the Office of Disability services.

        The Student Union employs over 150 students with 30 full time employees. A student-run scholarship fund raising program, started in 1993, has awarded $165,000 to 174 students. The CQI Fundraising Committee pledged $50,000 to name the Hearth Lounge in honor of Mrs. Elizabeth Dixon, the first director of the University Center. It was noted that this was the campus's first naming gift resulting from a student fund raising initiative.

        Major gift and naming opportunities are available in support of the new Student Union Recreation Center.

    3. Building and Grounds Committee

      Mr. Adams, chair, reported on the Building and Grounds Committee meeting of January 19, 2007.

      • Review Rike Hall Rehabilitation Project Design

        Ms. Vicky L. Davidson, associate vice president, Facilities Planning and Development, reviewed the Rike Hall project status. Design is complete; contract documents have been received; bids will be opened February 14, 2007. The primary focus of the project will be to construct twenty-two new technologically equipped classrooms. Ms. Davidson displayed the color boards for the project; the project will incorporate sustainable green building concepts, bringing in day lighting, use of natural floor materials with long life and easier maintenance, and energy efficient lighting. To ensure completion of the project by fall quarter, the university is investigating additions to the supplemental conditions in the bid documents to include financial rewards tied to meeting milestone dates.

      • Project Updates

        Ms. Davidson shared highlights of projects within Facilities Planning and Development that are in the early phases of concept design or needs assessment. These include:

        • Implementation of new software to schedule classes into classrooms with a higher rate of utilization. Our staff is analyzing data to assist in a comparison of classroom inventory vs. needs. This analysis will be used to provide architects with input for future capital project design.

        • Schematic design drawings for the Lake Campus project are nearly complete. The architect received final comments from the Lake Campus project committee on January 24, 2007.

        • The university design staff met with Fr. Burns from the Campus Ministry to discuss their desire to build a new chapel. Fr. Burns presented a conceptual site plan to the university for consideration.

        • In odd numbered years, the university submits the 6-year capital plan funding request to the Ohio Board of Regents. The provost has requested the 2009-2014 assessment of capital needs from the deans and vice presidents. The requests will be compiled and distributed to the Council of Deans and Cabinet for consideration. These two groups will prioritize the requests as they support the strategic plan goals and offer their recommendation to the provost.

        • The College of Science and Mathematics project team has met with the Ohio Arts Council to initiate the process to select the fine art funded through the Bio III project. The location of the piece or pieces is to be coordinated with the design of the exterior science plaza connecting Bio I, Bio II, and Health Sciences with Bio III.

      • Capital Bill

        Mr. Adams explained that the 2007 capital bill had been approved. Dr. Matt Filipic distributed a spread sheet showing funds received in 2005, and funds requested in 2007 in comparison with funds received for 2007. Funding for Projects and Basic Renovations has increased state-wide while funding for Instructional Equipment decreased slightly.

      • Tour R.C. Appenzeller Visualization Lab

        The committee toured the R.C. Appenzeller Visualization Lab located in the Joshi Research Center. Mr. Ken Berta provided the group with an overview of projects utilizing the virtual environment.

    4. Finance and Audit Committee

      Mr. Graber, acting chair, reported on the committee meeting of January 19, 2007. Mr. Robert Nevin joined by conference phone. The following topics were discussed:

      • Mr. Scott Rife presented a project overview of the University System Replacement. Sungard feels Wright State University provided an excellent example in getting the project implemented in such a tight timeline and has used Wright State University as an example to other possible customers. Phase II - Post-Implementation Projects will address: a) Increase Technical Support for Reporting Issues b) Conduct Business Process Analysis & Refinement and c) Continued Rollout of New Functionality. Phase II should begin by April 2007. Mr. Graber said this will be an important phase to monitor.

      • Mr. Keith Ralston presented an update on Cost Savings Efforts. He reviewed the highlights of various areas where a significant savings occurred. Total savings, reallocations, and new general revenues approximate $11 million in current year funds and $5 million in base budget.

      • Mr. Jeff Ulliman reviewed the investment reports (September-November) for the university. The reports reflect strong performance in the current year, principally the result of the new investment policy adopted by the Board in late 2004, the strong stock market and the growth in our investment pool.

      • Mr. Smith of Huron Consulting made a presentation on the status of the three elements of the Procurement Transformation Project: 1) Strategic Sourcing, 2) SciQuest, and 3) Process Improvement. Significant savings can be achieved in the coming months and years through strategic sourcing. Thus far we have concentrated on commodities (office supplies, computer hardware) in strategic sourcing. The SciQuest WrightBuy Implementation's pilot begins in March 2007. Process improvement consists of streamlining of order processing and contract management and compliance. Mr. Graber suggested hiring a co-op student in purchasing.

      • Vice President's Report

        Winter quarter enrollments fell below last year's levels by approximately 3% in head count and 2% in student credit hours. Winter 2007 enrollments are quite close to those of winter 2005. Nevertheless, our tuition revenues are tracking closely to estimates. Our revenue from the state also seems secure. The state budget seems healthy, largely because Medicaid spending is well below estimates. Investment income is quite strong. Spending is tracking the budget. All signs point to a modest positive operating margin for the fiscal year.

        Governor Strickland is meeting with college and university presidents on January 22. He has announced his support for legislation which would give his office, rather than the Board of Regents, the authority to appoint the Chancellor. We do not know if this portends other changes in the governance of higher education. Governor Strickland has also warned state agencies that revenue growth in the next biennium will be very modest because of the phase in of personal income tax rate reductions.

        Dr. Filipic reviewed the course of university finances during the Goldenberg years. Since 1998, financial net assets in the university and foundation combined increased from $57 million to $220 million. Financial resources per student now exceed the median for Moody's A1 rated institutions. This has been made possible by a successful capital campaign and a series of years with positive operating margins. The growth in financial resources, combined with the changes in the Board's investment policy, has created a new, permanent revenue source in the form of significantly increased investment income. While the university has engaged in several significant capital projects and has reduced its deferred maintenance problem, it has done so by taking on only modest additional debt. In fact, the university's capacity to take on additional debt has grown. In short, President Goldenberg ends his tenure not only with a stronger university academically, but stronger financially as well.

        Civil Service Reform legislation has been enacted. This will allow the university to make changes in personnel policies that had in the past been established in Columbus. A process of consultation involving other state universities and our own staff organizations will precede any changes that we may propose.

        The state capital bill for the biennium that began on July 1, 2006 has been adopted. Funding available for campus projects and for renovation of building systems has been increased, arresting a declining trend.

        The university is recommending that the Auditor of state select Crowe Chizek to be our next external auditor. While Deloitte-Touche fared best in our technical evaluation, the difference in fees seemed disproportionate.

    5. Student Affairs Committee

      Mrs. King, chair, reported on the committee meeting of January 19, 2007.

      • Vice President's Report

        Dr. Dan Abrahamowicz gave an update on the NCAA Academic Progress Rate for Athletics that was discussed at the last committee meeting. There had been a concern that Wright State would not meet the expected APR score in men's basketball as a result of coaching changes and student athlete transfers. As it turns out, Wright State University will not be affected because the number of men's basketball players was not at a level to provide a statistically valid score.

        Parents Weekend will be held on February 9 – 11 and will include a keynote presentation by NBC feature correspondent Mike Leonard, a basketball game, and breakfast with the president. Dr. Abrahamowicz commended the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for their assistance in recruitment publications for which the Office of Communications and Marketing received a number of Hermes awards.

        Ms. Kathy Morris gave a brief update on Wright State's discussions with AM Management. There have been on-going meetings between Wright State and AM to develop a formal operating agreement. The university and AM will jointly engage a consultant to assist in this effort. It is expected that operating recommendations will be available by the end of spring quarter 2007.

      • Student Government Report

        Mr. Ed Gemin, Student Government vice president, gave an update on the Student Savings Club Card that provides discounts at area retail establishments. Mr. Brad Turner, Student Government president reported on other accomplishments, including a new incentive plan to tap the resources of the 12 Student Government senators.

        Student Government also completed a parking study during the fifth week of fall quarter and has passed a resolution on how to improve parking for students. They also have been working with the Commuter Student Association regarding shuttle service. All information on the initiatives on which they have been working is on the Student Government website.

        Another accomplishment involved renting buses to take Wright State students to the away game with Butler University. Over 150 students signed up, 84 rode the buses and others carpooled. Another shuttle program, the Magic Bus, has been most successful with short trips in the immediate area and will be used on Parents Weekend to get students to the basketball games, area restaurants and the Monte Carlo night.

      • Faculty Representative Update

        Dr. Maher Amer is working with Student Government on looking at a new grade scale that uses pluses and minuses. He will be presenting it to the full Faculty Senate Student Affairs Committee in the near future.

      • Updates

        Mr. Jeff Vernooy, director of Disability Services, gave a brief overview of the office and its mission followed by an update on adaptive technology, assisted by Ms. Katherine Myers, associate director. The services provided include physical support, academic support, vocational support, and campus collaboration.

        Disabled students take a course in how to manage their assistance needs, in preparation for greater independence upon graduation. New technology related to physical support includes a new toileting station in the student union.

        Academic support includes test proctoring and adapted science labs (part of collaborative grant with the Dept. of Biological Sciences). It also includes the Technology Center which moves materials from print to digital formats and can produce tactile images for the visually-impaired.

        On an annual basis, the Technology Center adapts 450 books, 100,000 pages, and 30 Braille books, as well as 300 pages of additional materials. The adapted computer lab equipment has PCs that can be operated through eye blinks and communication devices that allow students to speak. The adaptive devices may be checked out for classroom use. The department received $50,000 from outside sources to cover some of the costs of adapted technology.

        Ms. Cheryl Krueger, director of Career Services, gave an update of the services provided by her office, including job search assistance, cooperative education/internships, career exploration, and student employment. The most recent challenge for Career Services has been implementing the new minimum wage requirement within the state of Ohio.

        Student Employment is the largest subgroup of the university payroll with over 2,000 participants and a $5.1 million annual gross payroll. Approximately 73% of Wright State University student employees were making less than the new minimum wage of $6.85/hour. To move these positions to the minimum wage for just the winter and spring quarters of this year will cost $646,840. It will cost a total of $988,996 to both raise the minimum wage and increase the other student wage classifications to avoid wage compression. In conjunction with the university administration, student employment has implemented a new employment classification system that involves six classifications, ranging from $6.85 - $10.50 per hour.

        There was some general discussion of the value of student employment on campus, both to the university and to the students' educational development. Dr. David Hopkins reiterated the university commitment to maintaining student employment opportunities.

    6. Student Trustees' Report

      • Mr. James Borchers gave today's report.

      • Emergency Preparation Center or Calamityville - Mr. Borchers has notified Dr. Gebhardt of his interest in helping him make this idea a reality. Also, he has begun to tap into his Army National Guard networks and they have expressed interest. In addition, Mr. Bob Hickey would like to help him in the public affairs realm.

      • Board of Trustee Conferences- On the 23rd & 24th of February he will attend the Ohio Student Trustee Conference hosted by the University of Cincinnati. The conference will focus on a wide range of different topics, but specifically the funding of higher education. In addition, he will attend the Association of Governing Boards Conference in Phoenix the first weekend of March.

      • Upcoming Student Trustee Applications- This spring Mr. Borchers will graduate from Wright State University and in accordance with the policy of the Governor and Wright State University will vacate the position. His plan for this spring is to make the opening positions as widely known to all students as possible by working with the Marketing Club and formulating the most effective public campaign. His plan for exit will include a transition packet to help with the confusion that occurs for the incoming students who are selected as trustees. This packet will include experiences at conferences, contact numbers, and information that is pertinent for the position.

      • Military Appreciation Night- On January 13th, the local community as well as military personnel, both active and retired were invited to attend the men's basketball games sponsored by the Wright State University Army ROTC and the Air Force ROTC. In addition, the Air Force and the Ohio Army National Guard were sponsors. The event was successful and all that attended enjoyed the entertainment provided by the armed forces. The event was covered by the local media and served as a very positive message for not only the ROTC program as well as armed forces, but a positive message for Wright State University.

      • Bus to Butler- The annual bus trip departed from Wright State with over 60 WSU students on January 8th. The trip provided a free t-shirt, food and transportation to all that attended.

    7. Faculty President's Report

      Dr. Sayer discussed the following items:

      • At the January 2007 meeting of the Faculty Senate, its members approved unanimously the proposed "Appointment, Promotion and Termination of Faculty in Non-Tenure-Track Positions". This new policy provides clear direction for both the creation and staffing of lecturer positions, as well as the creation of a new academic rank, senior lecturer. Most unfortunately, this lack of clarity created the impression for some instructors that they would automatically be converted to lecturers once their "instructor time" had expired. That never was intended, and this new policy makes it clear that there is no presumption of instructor-to-lecturer conversion at all.

      • Dr. Sayer reported that there has been some progress in regards to the Wall of Academic Pioneers. As of today, 230 faculty have been identified as being employed full time at Wright State University in the years 1964-1967. A design for the wall has been developed and unveiling is to coincide with the 40th Anniversary celebration and the Inaugural of Dr. Hopkins. It has been decided that the Wall of Academic Pioneers will be located in the Elizabeth Dixon Lounge.

      • The university will operate with 18 fewer classrooms on campus spring quarter as renovation work begins on Rike Hall. To meet this problem, alternate classroom locations will be used, including classrooms in University Park and the Holiday Inn.

      • Dr. Sayer feels that the Faculty Activity Report should be eliminated. The number of hours consumed by this process – from faculty member to chair to dean to the Provost's Office – is unbelievable large.

      • Student Government is working on a new grade scale that uses pluses and minuses. Their representative will present it to the full Faculty Senate Student Affairs Committee in the near future.

  10. PRESENTATION AND POLICY DISCUSSIONS

    Stephen Foster

    University Librarian

    Iris Harvey

    Associate Vice President

    Marketing and Communications

    40th Anniversity Celebration

    Wright State University

    • Dr. Hopkins stated that this year is the 40th Anniversary of the university and plans are underway for an assortment of activities. All units are involved in planning events for their clientele. A planning committee was formed last year, co-chaired by Iris Harvey and Stephen Foster.

    • Ms. Harvey and Dr. Foster gave a brief overview of some of the things planned in regards to the 40th Anniversary Celebration.

  11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

    None

  12. NEW BUSINESS

    1. Next Board Meeting - Executive Session, April 5, 2007

      Public Session, April 6, 2007

    2. Ohio Ethics Commission –Financial Disclosure Statement

      Filing Deadline – April 15, 2007

    3. AGB National Conference on Trusteeship – March 3-6, 2007, Phoenix

    4. Budget Presentation – May 17, 2007

    5. Tentative Date – Dr. David Hopkins Inauguration – October 5, 2007

  13. ADJOURNMENT

    The meeting adjourned at 10:15 a.m.