WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE
TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY FIFTH MEETING
April 5 and 6, 2007- 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, April 5, 2007, 4:05 p.m., in Room 315, Dunbar Library. Dr. Robert J. Sweeney, secretary to the Board of Trustees, called the roll:
Present
Don R. Graber
Jamie King
John C. Kunesh
Bonnie G. Langdon
Robert C. Nevin
Vishal Soin
J. Thomas Young
Absent
Michael Adams
Lester L. Lyles
PROOF OF NOTICE OF MEETING
Mr. Graber reported that this meeting was called by written notification and a quorum was present.
- DISPOSITION
OF PREVIOUS MINUTES
Mr. Graber moved to approve the February 1 and 2, 2007, minutes as submitted. Dr. Kunesh seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.
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 07-28RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees agreed to hold Executive Session on Thursday, April 5, 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:
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Legal Report
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Potential dismissal, demotion, or discipline of a tenured faculty member, and pertinent personnel matters
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Purchase of real property by WSU Foundation, Inc., and pertinent real estate matters
Mr. Soin moved for approval. Mr. Nevin seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
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RECESS
Following the Executive Session, the WSU Trustees, the student trustee and several members of cabinet joined the President and Mrs. Hopkins for dinner at Rockafield House.
- RECONVENE
- ROLL CALL
The Wright State University Board of Trustees reconvened on Friday, April 6, 2007, 8:30 a.m., in E156, Student Union. Dr. Sweeney called the roll:
Present
Don R. Graber
Jamie King
John C. Kunesh
Bonnie G. Langdon
Robert C. Nevin
Vishal Soin
James Borchers
Absent
Michael Adams
Lester L. Lyles
J. Thomas Young
Meagan 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.
- REPORT OF THE
PRESIDENT
Dr. David R. Hopkins reported the following recent highlights:
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Wright State University welcomes Steven R. Angle, Ph.D., as the new provost and chief academic officer. Dr. Angle comes to Wright State as a nationally recognized researcher, honored educator and experienced administrator from the University of California, Riverside.
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The Men's Basketball Team advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1993. DaShaun Wood was named the Horizon League Player of the Year and head coach Brad Brownell was named Coach of the Year for District 10 (Ohio and Indiana) by the National Association of Basketball Coaches.
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The Raiders Men's Swimming Team won first place in the Horizon League meet and head coach Sion Brinn was named Horizon League Coach of the Year for Men's Swimming.
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Wright State alumnus Joe Smith, who pitched for the Raiders last spring, is now pitching in the Major Leagues for the New York Mets.
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The eighth annual ArtsGala 2007, Wright State's annual fundraiser to benefit need-based scholarships for the fine and performing arts, raised $178,000 this year, nearly a 69 percent increase over last year. Over the last eight years the ArtsGala has raised almost $750,000 for scholarship funds.
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For the 28th straight year, Wright State's National Model United Nations team has brought home top honors. This year's team of 32 students from four colleges won first place awards as the Outstanding Delegation and for Outstanding Position Papers. Wright State represented the foreign policy of Japan and was honored to have a personal meeting with the Japanese ambassador.
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Roger Fecher, a Wright State junior was selected for the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, presented annually to sophomores and juniors who excel in mathematics, natural science, or engineering. Fecher, a biology major, was chosen as one of 317 nationwide recipients from among 1,100 nominees.
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Confirmation of Academic and Administrative Appointments and Changes
Faculty New Hires
Steven R. Angle, Ph.D., has been appointed Provost, Wright State University, effective 3/15/2007.
Farhat N. Ashai-Khan, M.S., has been appointed Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/1/2007.
Carolyn S. Britt, M.S.N., has been appointed Clinical Instructor, College of Nursing and Health, effective 3/26/2007.
John A. Bantle, Ph.D., has been appointed Vice President, Research and Graduate Studies, effective 1/1/2007.(This is a correction from the previous report.)
Faculty Appointments and Changes
Kim Goldenberg, M.D., has been appointed President Emeritus, Wright State University, effective 2/1/2007.
David R. Hopkins, P.E.D., has been appointed President, Wright State University, effective 2/1/2007.
Lillie P. Howard, Ph.D., has been appointed Senior Vice President, Curriculum and Instruction, effective 1/1/2007.
Patricia Hudes, M.S., has been appointed Research Instructor, Academic Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/16/2007.
Anita Curry-Jackson, Ph.D., has been appointed Dean, Univesity College, effective 2/1/2007.
Beth A. Klaisner, M.A., has been appointed Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/1/2007.
Kathleen T. Kollman, M.A., has been appointed Instructor and College Advisor, College of Liberal Arts, effective 02/01/2007.
Robert J. Sweeney, Ph.D., has been appointed Executive Vice President for Planning and Secretary to the Board of Trustees, Office of the President, effective 2/1/2007.
Faculty Separations
Virginia L. Keen, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, College of Education and Human Services, Lake Campus, effective 3/24/2007.
Teresa Paff-Amesse, M.D., Assistant Professor, Academic Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 3/5/2007.
Unclassified New Hires
Padrick D. Anderson, B.S., has been appointed Research Assistant 1, Institute for Environmental Quality, College of Science and Math, effective 2/12/2007.
Abbey Brown, A.B., has been appointed Professional Development Coordinator, Physics, College of Science and Math, effective 3/1/2007.
Nadine M. Brown, M.S., has been appointed Director, Marketing and Enrollment Support, Communications and Marketing, effective 3/19/2007.
Kurt A. Brugger has been appointed Desktop Software Specialist 1, R/E Network and Desktop Services, Computing and Telecommunication Services, effective 3/19/2007.
Sarah M. Collinsworth, B.A., has been appointed Interviewer, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/5/2007.
Paul D. Copp, Ph.D., has been appointed Program Manager, Applied Research Technology, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 2/1/2007.
Kerry A. Ellis, B.A., has been appointed Research Assistant 1, Institute for Environmental Quality, College of Science and Math, effective 2/12/2007.
Rodney J. Guthrie, B.A., has been appointed Mortician, Academic Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/12/2007.
Yasmeen R. Khan, B.A., has been appointed Coordinator of Services Learning, University College, effective 2/1/2007.
Scott Kremer, B.S., has been appointed Help Desk Analyst, Computing and Telecommunication Services, effective 2/19/2007.
Shihong Mao, M.S., has been appointed Research Assistant 1, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/7/2007.
Stephen M. Motika, M.Ed., has been appointed Director, Student Services, Lake Campus, effective 2/5/2007.
Mary J. Pasquinelli, B.S., has been appointed Purchasing Agent II, Purchasing, effective 2/19/2007.
Ben A. Penry, B.S., has been appointed STAC Reference Specialist, University Libraries, effective 2/26/2007.
William C.F. Polk, M.B.A., has been appointed Senior Accountant II, General Accounting, effective 2/5/2007.
Matthew A. Rhoden, B.S., has been appointed Coordinator, Volunteers/Marketing, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/5/2007.
Nels Rydberg, B.S., has been appointed Assistant Volleyball Coach, Athletics, effective 3/15/2007.
Peter J. Savard, B.S.N., has been appointed Manager, Medical Readiness, Emergency Medicine, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/16/2007.
Eugena E. Stacy has been appointed Research Data Collection Specialist, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/19/2007.
Thomas F. Wamsley, B.A., has been appointed Director, Development, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 2/20/2007.
Margaret E. Wiltshire, B.A., has been appointed Program Coordinator, Biomedical Institute, College of Engineering and Computer Science, effective 2/15/2007.
Unclassified Appointments and Changes
Daniela L. Burnworth, Ph.D., has been appointed Associate Director for Clinical Teaching, Counseling and Wellness Services, School of Professional Psychology, effective 4/1/2007.
Andrew Corbett, Ma.CRe., has been appointed Associate Director, Campus Recreation, effective 3/1/2007.
Eric S. Corbitt, M.Ed., has been appointed Director, Student Union and Campus Recreation, Campus Recreation, effective 3/1/2007.
Vicky L. Hussong has been appointed Sr Library Technical Assistant, University Libraries, effective 2/5/2007.
Kevin Knapp, A.A., has been appointed Computer Systems Administrator 2, Communications and Technology, College of Education and Human Services, effective 3/1/2007.
Jacqueline McMillan, M.A., has been appointed Associate Provost for Enrollment Management, Office of the Provost, effective 2/1/2007.
Cynthia Schisler, M.A., has been appointed Director, Center for Performance Excellence, effective 2/5/2007.
Jonathan S. Smith, A.A., has been appointed Computer Systems Adminstrator 2, Communications and Technology, College of Education and Human Services, effective 3/1/2007.
Unclassified Separations
Cheryl Bayless, B.A., Data Manager, Office of the Dean, College of Education and Human Services, effective 4/9/2007.
Keisha Burton, M.Ed., Assistant Director/Career Counselor, Career Services, effective 3/9/2007.
Roger Chapman-Custer, Community Director, Residence Services, effective 2/2/2007.
Aldo Crossa-Niell, Biostatistician, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/8/2007.
Valshire Y. Drake, Manager, Custodial Services, Physical Plant, effective 3/16/2007.
Charlotte M. Droll, M.S.I., Librarian, University Libraries, effective 2/9/2007.
Allison Hornback, B.S., Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 3/13/2007.
Teresa L. Hottle, A.A.S., Research Assistant, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/24/2007.
Jacqueline McHale, B.F.A., Sculpture Technician, Art and Art History, College of Liberal Arts, effective 2/28/2007.
Thomas H. Mohaupt, M.S., Radiation Safety Officer, Environmental Safety and Health, effective 1/31/2007.
Heather Overbay, B.A., Research Assistant, Faculty Affairs, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 3/21/2007.
Carolyn A. Rice, M.B.A., Director, Executive Education, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 3/9/2007.
Peichang Shi, M.S., Research Statistician, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/26/2007.
James A. Smith, Jr., Research Support Technician, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 2/2/2007.
Valerie J. Spees, M.S. Data Collection Specialist, Community Health, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/3/2007.
Joshua Steinbach, B.A., Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach, Athletics, effective 2/1/2007.
Florence Walusimbi, M.A., Grants Writer, Office of the Dean, College of Education and Human Services, effective 1/31/2007.
Robert A. Wood, M.S., Assistant Dean, College of Liberal Arts effective 1/31/2007.
Classified New Hires
Ryan D. Anschutz, B.A., Senior Police Officer 1, Police Department, effective 2/27/2007.
Connie A. Bajek, M.A., has been appointed Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources, effective 2/26/2007.
Carleen M. Beckermann, B.S., has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Development, Curriculum and Instruction, effective 2/26/2007.
Stephanie J. Brumitt, B.A., has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Office of the Dean, College of Liberal Arts, effective 3/19/2007.
Jacqueline Goldenbogen has been appointed Account Clerk, Biological Sciences, College of Science and Math, effective 2/19/2007.
Nancy J. Gregory has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Office of the Dean, Raj Soin College of Business, effective 3/1/2007.
Theda Hoskins has been appointed Student Services Coordinator, Career Services, effective 1/27/2007.
David Osborne has been appointed Air Quality Technician 1, Physical Plant, effective 1/29/2007.
Joseph A. Palermo has been appointed Senior Police Officer 1, Police Department, effective 2/21/2007.
Stephen M. Powers, B.A., has been appointed Senior Police Officer 1, Police Department, effective 2/21/2007.
Diana Shepherd has been appointed Records Technician 2, Undergraduate Admissions, effective 1/22/2007.
Brenda M. Williams, A.A., has been appointed Human Resources Representative, Human Resources, effective 2/5/2007.
Gregory Martin Woods has been appointed Custodial Services Worker, Residence Services, effective 2/22/2007.
Classified Appointments and Changes
Deana L. Jones has been appointed Administrative Specialist, Counseling and Wellness Services, effective 3/12/2007.
Pamela J. Scheidt, A.A., has been appointed Department Support Supervisor, History, College of Liberal Arts, effective 1/29/2007.
Debra L. Thomas has been appointed Human Resources Representative, Human Resources, effective 2/5/2007.
Cheryl A. Thompson has been appointed Administrative Support Coordinator, College of Nursing and Health, effective 2/26/2007.
Classified Separations
Judith A. Blair, Office Assistant 2, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Boonshoft School of Medicine, effective 1/31/2007.
Tina L. Collins, Grounds Maintenance Worker, Temporary, Physical Plant, effective 3/28/2007.
Serenna D. Driscoll, Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 3/2/2007.
Kevin L. Felder, Custodian, Physical Plant, effective 1/16/2007.
Karen S. Geist, Senior Grants and Contract Specialist, School of Professional Psychology, effective 1/31/2007.
RESOLUTION 07-29
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. Nevin motioned for approval. Mr. Soin seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
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Acceptance of Gifts and Donations
The following gifts have been received and acknowledgment sent to the donors:
To the College of Nursing and Health
From:
Virginia Nehring
1091 Christi Circle
Beavercreek, OH 45434
Miscellaneous Items: Framed pictures,
Pottery, Jewel Multicolor Cases for CD's, notebook dividers
Estimated Value: $161.09
To the College of Liberal Arts
From: WHIO-TV
1414 Wilmington Avenue
Dayton, OH 45420
PSA's, WHIO Reports,
Web-$18,000
Cash-$2,000
From: Shumsky
911 East Fourth Street
Dayton, OH 45402
7,350 WSU ArtsGala Magnets
Estimated Value: $1,382.88
From: BGH Studios
116 North Jefferson Street
Dayton, OH 45402
Marketing/Advertising Services
(Print, Website, TV, Radio, etc.)
Estimated Value: $20,000
From: Charles Taylor
5015 Tanyard Rd.
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
HP 6MP Laserprinter &
E120 LCD Flat Panel Monitor
Estimated Value: $300.00
To the Music Department
From: Andrew Strom Collins
7603A Essington Circle
Centerville, OH 45459
Macintosh Computer
(iMac G3)
Estimated Value: $499.00
To the University
Rockafield House
From: Morris Home Furnishings
5695 Wilmington Pike
Centerville, OH 45459
Discount on Furniture for
Rockafield House
Estimated Value: $5,656.77
To the Department of
Community Health
Weekend Intervention
Program
From: Robert and Jeanne Duley
1117 Big Hill Road
Kettering, OH 45429
1 BAC DataMaster w/
Intoximeters and Mouthpieces
Estimated Value: $5,600.00
To the Special Collections
And Archives, University
Libraries
From: Randle Egbert, D.D.S.
18 Lauralwood Drive
Milford, OH 45150
William Preston Mayfield Photograph Collection, Wright Brothers postcards and First Day Covers
Estimated Value: $227,804.00
To the University College:
From: Pepsi Cola Bottling
Company of Ohio
526 Milburn Avenue
Dayton, OH 45404
125 Cases of Pepsi Product
For First Weekend
Estimated Value: $679.15
Boonshoft School of Medicine
Student Affairs and Admissions
From: Jonathan I. Singer, M.D.
120 East Mitchell Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45217
100 copies of
My Son, "The Doctor"
Estimated Value: $1,995
RESOLUTION 07-30RESOLVED that the gifts and donations listed above are hereby accepted.
Mrs. Langdon moved for approval. Mrs. King seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.
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Report of Investments
Since the last Board meeting, investments for December 2006 and January 2007 have been received. These reports have been distributed to the trustees and are filed with the official Board of Trustees' records.
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Ratification of Contracts and Grants
Wright State University has recorded $50,192,335 in external funding through February 28, 2007. Recent awards include a $3,000,000 renewal grant from the Ohio Department of Health to Mark E. Gebhart for the maintenance and operation of an existing Acute Care Center and the establishment of two additional Acute Care Centers for use as general medical inpatient facilities during natural or man-made disasters.
RESOLUTION 07-31
RESOLVED that the contracts and grants submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby are ratified.
Mr. Nevin moved for adoption. Mr. Soin seconded, and the motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.
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- REPORTS OF THE
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
- Academic
Affairs Committee
Mr. Soin reported on the Academic Affairs committee meeting of March 23, 2007.
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Report of the Provost
Dr. John Rudisill, dean of the School of Professional Psychology, has announced his retirement effective December 2007. A search for a new dean will begin shortly.
The University Promotion and Tenure Committee met on March 13 and recommendations for promotion and tenure will be shared in the President's report at the June 8 meeting of the Board of Trustees.
The region's premier arts showcase, ArtsGala, was well attended March 31 at Wright State University.
Wright State University and Sinclair Community College have joined forces to launch a local initiative to increase the number of students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). A National Science Foundation (NSF) grant of $2 million over five years is funding the project.
A national ranking of research university productivity places Wright State fourth in the country among those institutions with 14 or fewer Ph.D. programs. As reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education, the survey from Academic Analytics ranks institutions on the basis of faculty publications, citations, and financial and honorary awards earned. Wright State has six doctoral programs in biomedical sciences, computer science and engineering, engineering, environmental sciences, clinical psychology and human factors and industrial/organizational psychology.
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Center for Innovation Management
Dr. Scott Williams, associate professor of Management in the Raj Soin College of Business, made a presentation on Wright State's Center for Innovation Management (CIM). The center provides research, analysis, and planning assistance to business and inventors in the Dayton Region that have a goal of commercializing their technologies, thereby creating jobs in the state of Ohio.
1. Honorary Degree Nomination
The Honorary Degree Subcommittee of the University Commencement Committee invited nominations for honorary degrees. The committee submitted a recommendation to the President, with the final decision to be made by the Board of Trustees.
RESOLUTION 07-32
WHEREAS, Wright State University established in 1976 a process by which individuals of outstanding achievement may be honored by the university to recognize constructive value to the university and society; and
WHEREAS, the Honorary Degree Subcommittee and the Academic Affairs Committee have received and affirmed the recommendation to award honorary degrees during the spring 2007 commencement ceremony; and
WHEREAS, honorary degrees are to be given for outstanding individual contributions and service; and
WHEREAS, the committees have accepted the nomination of David H. Albright, who, as founder and president of the Institute for Science and International Security in Washington D.C., a non-profit, non-partisan institution that conducts internationally recognized technical assessment in efforts to stop the spread of nuclear weapons, helps bring about greater transparency of nuclear activities worldwide and helps achieve deep reductions in nuclear arsenals, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albright is an American Physical Society Fellow and is the recipient of the society's 2006 Joseph A. Burton Forum award which recognizes "outstanding contribution to the public understanding or resolution of issues involving the interface of physics and society," and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albright's significant accomplishments in the field of nuclear weapons containment include numerous books he has written on nuclear issues affecting the world, such as Solving the North Korean Nuclear Puzzle and World Inventory of Plutonium and Highly Enriched Uranium, and
WHEREAS Mr. Albright received the Olive Branch Award and is highly sought by the media on issues related to nuclear weapons programs and has been cited in many of the world's leading newspapers and interviewed countless times by broadcast media, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albright cooperated with the International Atomic Energy Agency Action Team from 1992 until 1997; was the first non-governmental inspector of the Iraqi nuclear program in 1996, has served on numerous governmental advisory boards in the U.S. and abroad, has testified before the U.S. Congress on nuclear issues, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albright was heavily involved in the assessment of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction prior to and after the fall of Baghdad, has published papers as recently as February of this year on the nuclear activities of North Korea, Iran, India, Pakistan, and South Africa, has published and spoken extensively on the subject of nuclear terrorism, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Albright has dedicated his life to informing the public about science and policy issues affecting international security, and continues to make significant contributions to the global community, be it therefore
RESOLVED that the Wright State University Board of Trustees hereby approves the granting of the Doctor of Humane Letters degree to Mr. David H. Albright.
Mrs. King moved for adoption. Mr. Nevin seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.
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Formation and Review of Research Centers and Institutes
Dr. Jack Bantle, vice president for Research and Graduate Studies, reported that a policy is being developed for "Center and Institute Selection at Wright State University." He described suggested criteria for the establishment of a center/institute: (1) must fit the mission, goals, and strategic plan of WSU; (2) must originate from an area of established expertise; (3) must identify a strong and effective leader; (4) must have funding opportunities from the acquisition of extramural funds through grants, gifts, student fees, and tuition; (5) funding model must guarantee the survival and success of the center/institute; and (6) must be able to compete against other centers/institutions from peer institutions.
The new policy will also call for a five-year review process. Based on the review, an existing center/institute may be eliminated or extended for an additional five years.
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Scientific Misconduct Policy
Dr. Bantle informed the committee that Wright State's current policy on "Ethical Standards in the Conduct of Research" was adopted in 1998. In May of 2005, the Public Health Service (PHS) issued revised misconduct regulations. While the new regulations were effective June 16, 2005, universities were given a reasonable amount of time to bring their own policies into compliance. Accordingly, the WSU policy is being revised and the updated policy will require Board approval.
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Advancement Committee
Mr. Graber reported on the Advancement Committee meeting of March 23, 2007.
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Divisional Update
Mrs. Marcia Muller stated that Banner is now able to produce monthly gift reports. She shared the fiscal year to date report of total gift commitments. To date $13.7 million has been raised against a goal of $15 million. General discussion about the next campaign has begun relative to timing, goal and areas of need. The feasibility studies for the Raj Soin College of Business new building and the Creative Arts Center renovation are almost complete.
Ms. Jan Hillman was appointed associate vice president for Development, and will begin April 12th. Ms. Hillman was formerly a consultant for a number of universities and most recently served as the executive director of the Marquette General Foundation in Michigan. Mr. Thomas Wamsley was appointed the director of Development for the Raj Soin College of Business. Mr. Wamsley was formerly vice president for Institutional Advancement at Antioch College. The Annual Giving Director position has not yet been filled.
The Heritage Societies Gala is scheduled for October 20th in collaboration with the Library. Each floor of the Library will represent one of Wright State University's four decades.
On September 27th, Mr. Paul Schervish, a nationally known thought leader in the area of philanthropy, will present a seminar on how donors approach the distribution of wealth in their philanthropy.
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Alumni Association Report
Mr. Thomas Koogler, president of the Alumni Association, talked about the Alumni Reunion Weekend. The reunion banquet honored the first graduates of Wright Sate and recognized 34 of the 1968's graduates. He explained the Raider ACE Program, which will encourage alumni to become involved with student recruitment. The Dayton Ballet Wine Tasting, co hosted by the Wright State University Alumni Association was held on March 10th. Proceeds from this event benefit scholarships for the Legacy Scholarship Fund and the Dayton Ballet's school scholarship fund.
Ms. Susan Smith, executive director of Alumni Relations, reported on recent alumni gatherings in California, Buffalo, New York City and Florida that took place in February, noting an increase in attendance at all locations. Alumni gatherings are also scheduled in Dallas, Houston and Atlanta.
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Marketing Update
Ms. Iris Harvey, associate vice president for Marketing and Communications, summarized the Wright State University Positioning Research report which evaluated the messages about Wright State University that were most popular with students and parents. The message that most appealed to students is that Wright State University offers the full university experience.
Ms. Karen Strider-Iiames talked about the visual enhancements to the admissions lobby area, and the three objectives of these enhancements. These objectives are to get students excited about Wright State University, get parents excited about Wright State University and to convey that Wright State University is no longer a commuter school, but offers the full university experience.
She shared three videos that showcased academics, residential living, student life and athletics. These videos will be shown to parents and students waiting to go on tours of Wright State University. The videos will also be put on the web and be shown at other events.
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Special Projects
Ms. Nan-c Moss, director of Development for the College of Liberal Arts and former director of Annual Giving, gave a report on the Campus Scholarship and Innovation Campaign (CSIC). Wright State University will celebrate the 30th year of faculty/staff giving. This year's theme will center on the 40th anniversary. Contributors will receive a CD featuring Wright State University music through the years. She reviewed the results from last year's CSIC campaign which exceeded $300,000 and stated that this year's goal is $250,000. Ms. Moss also distributed the March 31st ArtsGala agenda and shared some of the details of the silent auction items.
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Building and Grounds Committee
Mr. Soin reported on the Building and Grounds Committee meeting of March 23, 2007.
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Review of Lake Campus Rehabilitation Project
Mr. Mike Schulze, university planner, presented PowerPoint graphics showing the most recent plans. Mr. Schulze reviewed the schematic floor plans and articulated the project highlights: new science laboratories; a new multipurpose room with views of the lake; completely renovated classrooms; new Student Services departmental location and site modifications to provide clear direction to the new campus entry.
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Hamilton Hall Renovation
Dr. Matt Filipic, vice president, Business and Fiscal Affairs, reviewed the Hamilton Hall Renovation. The project will renovate the 40-year old restrooms and shower rooms in Hamilton Hall. The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed the project in their earlier subcommittee meeting.
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Project Updates
An update on changes to cost and schedule with supporting information was shared for the major projects under construction: White Hall Boonshoft School of Medicine; Student Union Recreation Center; Matthew O. Diggs III Laboratory for Life Science Research and Brehm Lab Renovation. Mr. Dan Papay reported that the university does not pay additional architectural/engineering fees for design errors/omissions.
Ms. Vicky Davidson discussed the progress of the Rike Hall renovation project. Demolition began March 17th in the basement and first floor. To accommodate the classrooms that have been taken off-line because of the renovation, four classrooms have been constructed in University Park for spring and summer classes. The project schedule has been established to track construction milestones.
Work continues on the 2009-2014 capital plan submission. The deans and vice presidents have submitted their requests. Ms. Davidson is reviewing the requests and grouping them within categories to align with strategic planning goals. President Hopkins, Provost Angle and Ms. Davidson will review this list for further discussion with the deans and vice presidents.
Color site plans for the Matthew O. Diggs III Laboratory for Life Science Research were shared with the attendees. The Percent for Art Committee will meet next week to discuss possible artists for selection. Three artists will be selected from the group and invited to campus to tour the site and will be asked to create maquettes for consideration.
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Tour Boonshoft White Hall
The committee adjourned to tour the Boonshoft School of Medicine White Hall new addition. Mr. Mike Schulze provided the group with a tour of the gross anatomy lab, anatomy labs and the auditorium. Renovations to the existing White Hall facility will occur immediately following the relocation of the Student Health Service, Counseling and Wellness and the Pharmacy into the Student Union in summer 2007.
1. Granting of Easement
RESOLUTION 07-33
WHEREAS, Campus Village Wright State LL desires to acquire an Easement for the construction, maintenance, repair and use of a pedestrian walkway upon certain property, owned by Wright State University; and
WHEREAS, Campus Village Wright State LL has agreed to the timely maintenance and repair of the pedestrian walkway to be located on said property providing ingress and egress to Campus Village Wright State LL which is adjacent to Wright State University; and
RESOLVED that the Campus Village Wright State LL Easement as submitted to this meeting be and the same hereby is approved by the Wright State University Board of Trustees.
Mr. Nevin moved for adoption. Mr. Soin seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
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Finance and Audit Committee
Mr. Nevin, chair, reported on the committee meeting of March 23, 2007. The following topics were discussed:
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Mr. Kelly Johnson from PIMCO reviewed their use of derivatives. He stated that we were protected from inappropriate uses of these instruments by the need to keep duration within a 3-6 year range.
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Mr. Rocky Doering, Fund Evaluation Group, provided an overview of the Fund Evaluation Group Non-Investment Report dated December 31, 2006. Mr. Doering provided several handouts and explained each: an updated Non-Investment Report dated February 28, 2007, a Research Roundup booklet dated February 2007, a Strategy Review and a Derivatives Review addressing Wright State University's portfolio.
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Dr. Matt Filipic presented the FY 2006 Senate Bill 6 Update. On a whole, Wright State University continues to strengthen its financial position.
1. Hamilton Hall Renovation
The renovation is necessary to update the restrooms and shower areas to deal with infrastructure problems and to make them more functional for students with disabilities.
Resolution 07-34WHEREAS, Wright State University has a growing number of capital needs in excess of what can be accomplished with state capital support; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of this problem, the Board of Trustees has approved an annual budget that includes an allocation of $1.5 million in university funds for capital projects; and
WHEREAS, the allocations for the current fiscal year have been committed to the Rike Hall project and to some small renovation projects, and
WHEREAS, there is a need to renovate the rest rooms and showers in Hamilton Hall and to make them more accessible to students with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Residence Services and the Controller's office have developed a plan for an internal loan of approximately $1,000,000 to complete these improvements; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the allocation for capital improvements in the current university budget be increased by the cost of the Hamilton Hall project.
Mr. Nevin moved for adoption. Mr. Soin seconded, and the motion was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
2. Contract over $500,000
RESOLUTION 07-35
WHEREAS, in order for the university to conduct business on a day-to-day basis, and provide products and services in a timely manner, routine purchases must be made; and
WHEREAS, occasionally these expenditures exceed $500,000; therefore be it
RESOLVED that authorization is granted for the following contracts as submitted to this meeting be, and the same hereby is approved.
Mr. Nevin moved for adoption. Dr. Kunesh seconded, and the resolution was unanimously approved by roll call vote.
VENDOR
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
2006-07 CONTRACT AMOUNT
2005-06 CONTRACT AMOUNT
To Be Determined
Replacement of University campus core network
$600,000.00
N/A
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Mr. Ulliman reviewed the university's investment reports. The reports reflect strong performance in December and January.
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Mr. Ralston reviewed the university's expenditures of $250,000-$499,999. No action by the committee was required.
Report of the Vice President
Several items were reported by Dr. Filipic:
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Governor Strickland issued his budget recommendations for higher education, which include an increase in state formula support of 5% in the coming year and an additional 2% in the following year as part of a compact that would require not tuition increase this year and no more than a 3% increase in the following year. His budget also continues the phase in of the Ohio College Opportunity Grant (the new, enhanced state need-based aid program) as well as some targeted increases for research, teacher education, and other priorities. A significant portion of these increases is funded by elimination of a voucher program for students attending proprietary schools and a program for students attending private, non-profit colleges except those eligible for need-based aid.
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Governor Strickland's compact also includes a requirement for demonstrated cost efficiencies of 1% in the first year and 3% in the second year. We do not know how compliance with this requirement will be measured or whether our recent initiatives will be counted as contributing to these goals.
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The prohibition against tuition increases in the coming year will mean that we face an especially challenging budget, even with the proposed increase in state support. In addition, the increase in state support is uncertain, as it is funded by the elimination of programs that enjoy strong legislative support. One bright spot in our budget is a likely increase in estimated investment income, made possible by our continued increases in financial reserves.
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The university budget for the current year is tracking estimates. Tuition revenue is on target despite a softening of enrollments. The state budget is also on track, which means that state support is not vulnerable to budget cuts in the remaining months of this fiscal year.
- There is a good deal of discussion on campus about a shortage of parking spaces, largely the result of construction of Matthew Diggs III Laboratory for Life Science Research on the site of a parking lot. Several groups have offered their recommendations, with some emphasizing the need for construction of a substantial number of new spaces and others focused more on efforts to reduce the demand for parking in the core campus by providing shuttle services to those living in the area, by creating walkways from several apartment complexes, and by encouraging more drivers to park in the remote lot near the Campus Services Building. Parking will be the major topic at the Faculty Senate meeting on April 2.
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CACUBO is conducting a Best Practices competition. We are serving as a judge to learn more about initiatives at other universities.
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We participated in a county-wide pandemic exercise.
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We are talking to a sports marketing firm that has had success in helping other university athletic departments increase their marketing revenues.
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We are talking to two firms that have proposed consulting services to help us refine our business practices as the next phase of the Banner project.
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Student Affairs Committee
Dr. Kunesh reported on the committee meeting of March 23, 2007. - Vice-President's Report
Campus Recreation was awarded a grant of $23,395 from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to participate in the statewide boating safety initiative. The money will be used to purchase kayaks and provide training for their use.
Ms. TyKiah Wright, a Wright State University alum, received a national leadership award from the American Association of Persons with Disabilities. The award provided her with $10,000 and was based on recognition of her entrepreneurial work in forming Wright Choice, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting those with disabilities to find meaningful employment and to sensitize employers to the needs of the disabled. Ms. Wright acknowledged the role of WSU's Disability Services in her success.
Mr. Eric Bigler, who lived in Hamilton hall in the late 70's and early 80's and took full advantage of the services provided by the Office of Disability Services, has created an endowed scholarship to provide assistance to a student who has overcome significant adversity in his/her life. The endowment will be funded through a combination of current cash gifts and a planned gift.
Mr. Bill Shepard briefly described plans for the development of a dog park for the many service dogs used by WSU students. The plan is for a one-acre park with a watering source and benches. Fund-raising efforts are on-going.
Project Linus, a service project of residence hall students, will be held for the third consecutive year. Over 150 volunteers will make over 500 fleece blankets for needy children. This year's volunteers may produce a record batch, as a result of Mr. Shepard's efforts to identify corporate supporters to acquire more fabric.
It was a good winter quarter for Wright State athletics. The men's swim team won the Horizon League championship, and the men's basketball team won the League championship and appeared in the NCAA tournament.
Student Government Report
Mr. Ed Gemin, Student Government vice president, and Ms. Kimberly Brown, Student Government director of Public Relations, discussed several of the platform issues of Student Government relating to sustainability and parking. Some of the sustainability initiatives involve ways to cut operation costs and increase recycling efforts.
Student Government has analyzed the data they gathered on parking issues during the fall quarter. They listed three options to accommodate need: 1) use what we have, 2) utilize more distant lots and increase shuttle service, 2) develop and improve bike paths.
Student Government worked to increase basketball game attendance. They helped to develop a student section at the Nutter Center called the Raider Den. They also blew up over 1,500 balloons for the major games and provided transportation to all home games.
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Faculty Representative Update
There was no Faculty Senate Update
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Updates
Dr. Bob Rando, director of the Center for Counseling and Wellness Services, reviewed the center's purpose, staffing and programs. As most institutions of higher education are experiencing more students with mental health issues, college mental health is increasing as a specialty area for psychologists and psychiatrists.
Information was distributed summarizing last year's statistics relative to the number of students seen (693) and the types of services provided (intake, crisis intervention, psychotherapy). There has been a significant increase over the past seven years in the number of students seeking services and the center has been able to increase therapy hours by using more group therapy sessions. Data is collected on a regular basis and analysis has shown that the therapy does have a positive impact. The types of disorders treated include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and substance abuse problems, among others.
There are increasing numbers of students using psychotropic drugs. Next year, the center expects to have 12 hours a week of medicine management and therapy provided by fourth year residents from the Psychiatry Department of Boonshoft School of Medicine. The center also provides outreach and consultation services for other university departments and will be starting a program on "mindfulness" which is a meditation-based approach to counseling.
Mr. Gary Dickstein, assistant vice president and director of Student Judicial Services, provided an overview of academic integrity policies and processes. The Wright State University academic integrity policy is written into our Student Code of Conduct. An average of 60 cases of academic integrity issues occur annually with a majority being resolved between the student and instructor. If not resolved, the issue goes before the Academic Integrity Hearing Panel (AIHP). The office is now in the process of reviewing the policy developed in 2001 with an eye to providing more sanction options to faculty while being able to maintain a reasonable degree of consistency. A two-pronged approach is used involving student and faculty outreach, as well as speaking to classes, orientation sessions, and workshops. Before and after surveys show that policy awareness has increased as a result.
The university also uses Turnitin.com, a plagiarism detection and prevention technology, to both help prevent plagiarism and to improve student writing skills.
- Vice-President's Report
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Student Trustees' Report
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Mr. James Borchers informed the WSU Board of Trustees that he will return for his final year as a student trustee. He has decided to continue his education and pursue an MBA.
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The winter quarter was the busiest he has encountered as a student trustee:
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10th Annual Army ROTC Military Ball was a great success with local media, Fairborn Gazette and the Dayton Daily News provided reporting and pictures, further improving upon the image of Wright State University to the surrounding community.
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Mr. Borchers will serve on the marketing committee for the 40th Anniversary celebration.
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Mr. Borchers attended the Ohio Student Trustee Conference at the University of Cincinnati. The opportunity to understand how the University of Cincinnati transformed its campus from commuter to residential; also, how the campus fixed its parking problems.
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National Board of Trustee Conference - He attended the conference in Phoenix with Dr. Robert Sweeney as well as fellow board members, Mr. Soin, Mrs. Langdon, and Mrs. King. He stated that it was a wonderful opportunity to talk with student trustees from all over the nation about the problems that they are facing with regards to different issues including tuition increases, student involvement on campus, and how their Board of Trustees are governed.
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Spring Quarter Agenda:
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Student Trustee position- Mr. Borchers has been campaigning and advertising on campus about the open position. He has talked to classes, student organizations, and word of mouth. Applications are still currently available and can be picked up at 250 University Hall, Student Government and Student Activities. Deadline is April 27.
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May 2nd- Men's Baseball game against the University of Dayton. A military appreciation night which includes a multitude of different entertainment, including a tailgating party starting at 5:30 p.m., a climbing wall, and a helicopter landing on the field.
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Homecoming- the Ohio Army National Guard marching band will be part of the parade, and another black hawk helicopter will land.
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Faculty President's Report
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Dr. Jim Sayer, Faculty President, distributed a copy of Faculty Line to the members of the Board of Trustees.
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The Faculty Senate will give the parking problems a serious look and offering possible short-term solutions. What will be needed ultimately is a long-range and realistic plan.
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A proposal from the Student Affairs Committee will be discussed at the May 7th meeting. This proposal calls for our adopting a plus-minus (+/-) grading system.
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Dr. Sayer stated that the Faculty Activity Reports are intended to assess faculty work and productivity – but the current system is just not working.
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Dr. Sayer remarked on the fact that the classes being held in University Park are working out well due in large to the help of the departments of CTL, CATS and the Registrar's office.
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Affairs Committee
PRESENTATION AND POLICY DISCUSSIONS
Jacqueline McMillan
Associate Provost for Enrollment
Jeffrey Vernooy
Director, Disability Services
Dialogue on the Wright State University Campus
Dr. David Hopkins introduced Ms. Jacqueline McMillan, associate provost for Enrollment.
Ms. McMillan introduced Mr. Jeffrey Vernooy who is one of the co-chairs of UDAC (University Diversity Advocacy Council.) The mission of UDAC is "To promote and make more visible the university's commitment to creating a diverse university community and learning environment." Mr. Vernooy gave a brief overview of the Council and shared some of things Wright State has established campus wide on the subject of diversity.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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NEW BUSINESS
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Ohio Ethics Commission –Financial Disclosure Statement Filing Deadline – April 15, 2007
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Ohio Board of Regents Trustees Conference – April 23 and 24, 2007
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Budget Presentation – May 17, 2007
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Next Board Meeting - Executive Session, June 7, 2007
- Public Session, June 8, 2007 at the Lake Campus
Commencement June 9, 2007
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Fresident Hopkins' inauguration – October 5, 2007
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ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m.