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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
of the
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
Madison, Wisconsin
Held in Room 1820 Van Hise Hall
Friday, July 16, 1993
9:00 a.m.
- President Steil presiding -
PRESENT: Regents Barry, Benson, Budzinski, Davis, Dreyfus, Flores,
Gelatt, Grebe, Gundersen, Hempel, Hirsch, Krutsch, Nicholas,
and Steil
ABSENT: Regents Lubar, Lyon and Schilling
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Nicholas, the
minutes of the meetings of the Board of Regents held on June 4, 1993,
and June 14, 1993, were approved as distributed.
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Welcome to Regent John T. Benson
Regent President Steil welcomed Regent John T. Benson, who had
taken office the preceding week as State Superintendent of Public
Instruction. Prior to his election as State Superintendent, he served
for four years as District Administrator of the Marshall Public
Schools and for eight years as Assistant State Superintendent of
Public Instruction.
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Resolution of Commendation: Chancellor Sheila Kaplan
The following resolution was presented by Regent Davis and
adopted by acclamation with a standing ovation for Chancellor Kaplan.
Resolution 6448: WHEREAS Sheila Kaplan has served with
distinction as chancellor of the University of
Wisconsin-Parkside for 7 years; and
WHEREAS Chancellor Kaplan has contributed
substantially to the educational environment for
all students and the professional development of
faculty and academic staff at UW-Parkside; and
WHEREAS she has led the UW System's youngest
comprehensive university through an important
period of maturation and success -- maintaining
academic excellence during tight fiscal times,
improving student and faculty diversity,
building important regional service partnerships
and enhancing institutional and student
services; and
WHEREAS these efforts have included leading
initiatives to improve the quality of
undergraduate education, developing flexible
academic programs to meet the special needs of
commuting adult students, and integrating
computer and information technologies throughout
the campus; and
WHEREAS Chancellor Kaplan led UW-Parkside
through a successful and laudatory review by the
North Central Association in 1992, resulting in
a 10-year unconditional reaccreditation; and
WHEREAS as a result of her strong commitment to
improve the campus climate for women and
minorities, UW-Parkside emerged as one of only
two UW institutions to exceed its 1991 and 1992
fall enrollment targets for under-represented
student groups; and
WHEREAS Chancellor Kaplan led the establishment
of UW-Parkside's Ethnic Studies Center and
nurtured the School of Education's multi-
cultural approach to teacher education -- a
program that has become a model of excellence
for preparing teachers for a culturally diverse
society; and
WHEREAS Chancellor Kaplan has effectively
demonstrated that UW-Parkside is a powerful and
useful resource worthy of private support --
efforts that have resulted in six consecutive
years of increased giving; and
WHEREAS now, in accepting a new position as
president of Metropolitan State College of
Denver, Sheila Kaplan leaves Wisconsin having
successfully advanced the mission, resolve and
stature of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.
THEREFORE be it resolved that the Board of
Regents of the University of Wisconsin System
highly commends Sheila Kaplan for her
outstanding service as chancellor, extending
sincere best wishes in all future endeavors.
Stating that she had enjoyed the privilege of serving as
chancellor for the past seven years, Chancellor Kaplan commented that
UW-Parkside is a fine institution, that the UW System and the Board
are excellent and that the state is in good educational condition.
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Resolution of Commendation: Chancellor Patrick Boyle
The following resolution in honor of Chancellor Boyle was
presented by Regent Dreyfus and adopted by acclamation with a standing
ovation.
Resolution 6449: WHEREAS Patrick Boyle has served with
distinction as chancellor of the University of
Wisconsin-Extension for 12 years; and
WHEREAS Patrick Boyle has devoted 36 years of
public service to the people of Wisconsin as a
county extension agent, program director,
professor, administrator and chancellor; and
WHEREAS Chancellor Boyle has contributed
substantially to the educational growth of all
Wisconsin citizens and the professional
development of extension faculty and staff; and
WHEREAS these efforts have included improving
public access to education and preserving
quality in noncredit continuing education and
personal/professional development programs; and
WHEREAS Patrick Boyle has been instrumental in
improving the quality, resources, impact,
visibility, and public and political support of
extension education in Wisconsin, the nation and
the international community; and
WHEREAS his progressive vision of new linkages,
coalitions and programs has been a guiding light
in an era of change and evolution in continuing
higher education; and
WHEREAS Patrick Boyle has been a national
leader in promoting new university and external
partnerships to strengthen the role of extension
and to involve the total university in meeting
societal needs; and
WHEREAS by his absolute dedication, boundless
energy and thoughtful leadership, the Wisconsin
Idea has prospered in important new ways through
this era and beyond; and
WHEREAS Mary Boyle, in partnership with her
husband, has exemplified the spirit of altruism
and unselfishness that typifies UW-Extension.
THEREFORE be it resolved that the Board of
Regents of the University of Wisconsin System
highly commends Chancellor Emeritus Patrick
Boyle for his extraordinary service, extending
sincere best wishes to him and his wife Mary
upon his retirement from the UW System.
Stating that it had been a great privilege to lead the best
extension program in the nation for the past twelve years, Chancellor
Boyle expressed gratitude to the Regents, President Lyall, System
Administration and his chancellor colleagues for their support,
friendship and cooperation.
Offering special appreciation to the chancellors, he suggested
that the Board expand its interactions with this group of hard-
working, committed and highly expert professionals. He recognized
particularly Chancellors Ward and Schroeder of UW-Madison and UW-
Milwaukee for their leadership and cooperation in helping to resolve
differences that previously had existed between UW- Extension and
these institutions.
While twelve years ago UW-Extension had a $1.6 million deficit,
he noted, today the institution is financially stable with an
outstanding faculty, a strong administrative team, excellent staff,
and strong private sector and political support. This, he stated, is
attributable to the commitment of Governor Thompson, the Legislature,
the Regents, President Lyall, the UW institutions and support groups
throughout the state.
Looking to the future, Chancellor Boyle urged that the Board
continue to cherish the traditions and policies that make the
Wisconsin Idea a reality and allow extension programs to be valued
equally with resident instruction and research. Noting that extension
programs have quality and relevance because of the ability to
reallocate resources to focus on changing needs, he commented that the
leadership of the System and the extension structure have made it
possible to coordinate programs, avoid unnecessary duplication and
make most efficient use of resources. This has been accomplished
involving all 26 UW campuses and the 72 county extension offices as
delivery points for the people of the state. While there is some
lingering criticism of the extension structure as too complex, he
asked the Board to keep in mind that integration of the extension
function was accomplished only after extensive study and was designed
to best serve the people of the state.
Chancellor Boyle noted that UW-Extension is directly accountable
to the people of Wisconsin, and that extension programs are built in
response to the people's needs. Participation of over 1.2 million
people annually in extension programs shows that these needs are being
met. UW-Extension is strong, he pointed out, because of its scores of
relationships with all levels of government and all clientele groups--
partnerships which must be nurtured and maintained. Public support of
the entire UW System is enhanced, he stated, because of the high
quality of extension programming delivered all across the state.
Challenges for the future include better success in reaching
urban audiences, particularly disadvantaged people; making better use
of technology; and maintaining quality programs while at the same time
taking risks to be creative.
In closing, Chancellor Boyle emphasized the crux of his message--
that the extension system is working for the citizens of Wisconsin;
for many it represents their only connection to the UW; and it must
remain strong and accessible to all people.
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Report on Legislative Matters
Supplementing her written report, Associate Vice President Ward
indicated that the Legislature was expected to take final action on
the biennial budget today.
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Report of the Educational Communications Board
A written report was provided by Regent Davis, Regent member of
the Educational Communications Board.
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REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM
Report of New Hires, Women and Minority Faculty
Referring to this report, President Lyall noted that: (1) Women
constituted 41.9 percent of all the new faculty hires last year in the
UW System, compared to 41.5 percent of all new Ph.D.s granted in the
U.S. during 1989-90, the latest period for which data is available;
(2) over the past decade, women have risen from 19.3 percent of total
UW faculty to 24.7 percent; and (3) minorities constituted 12.5
percent of all new UW faculty hires last year compared to 11.4 percent
of all new Ph.D.s granted in the U.S. Over the past decade,
minorities have risen from 5.5 percent to 8.9 percent of total faculty
in the UW System.
The upward trend will continue, she predicted, if the UW System
continues to hire at or above national availability rates and also
improves retention of women and minority faculty.
Exit interviews show that tenured women and minority faculty
primarily left for retirement reasons. Other reasons were higher
salary, personal reasons, or better promotional opportunity.
Untenured faculty gave a wider variety of reasons for leaving:
(1) Conditions of the employment contract accounted for 47 percent of
the reasons given for departures, including higher salary, lower
teaching loads, better promotional opportunities, better research
opportunities, and non-renewal. These factors, President Lyall noted,
reflect the competitive market in which faculty are hired; (2)
personal and family reasons, retirement or death, and desire for a
better geographical location accounted for about a third of the exits
from the System; and (3) fifteen percent of departing faculty
mentioned a non-supportive environment or alleged discrimination as
reasons for leaving.
While there are severe limits on the adjustments that can be made
in competitive employment conditions and very little that can be done
to influence personal and family factors, President Lyall stated, the
UW System can and must address those work environment factors that
discourage women and minorities from remaining on UW faculties.
Beginning this fall, steps are being taken to improve the climate
and professional success of UW women and minority faculty through a
systemwide faculty mentoring program which eventually will reach all
institutions. There also will be a systemwide video conference for
all deans and department chairs on ways that they can help make the
professional environment more welcoming and comfortable for women and
minority faculty. While such programs can help, she pointed out, they
cannot substitute for the efforts of individual faculty who determine
the actual environment in which faculty live and work. She urged the
resolve of all to make UW universities home to the best and brightest
of all races and genders.
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Annual Summary of Sexual Harassment Complaints
Referring to this legislatively required report, President Lyall
noted that in calendar year 1992, 170 sexual harassment complaints
were filed, 158 of which were resolved and 12 of which are pending.
The three most frequent actions taken to resolve complaints were: (1)
warning, reprimand, or disciplinary action, (2) counseling or
training, and (3) intervention, mediation, or conflict resolution. In
10 of the 170 cases, the respondent was terminated. In 15 cases, the
complaint was withdrawn, dismissed, or no discrimination was found.
There were 23 complainants who requested that no further action be
taken.
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Status of Affirmative Action Plans
Presenting this report, President Lyall pointed out that annual
updating of these plans has been a burdensome, detailed data-
collection task for UW campuses. Software packages are being
evaluated in an effort to streamline this work.
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Growth in External Support
Reporting that private and alumni support for UW institutions
continues to grow at an amazing pace, President Lyall said that total
gifts, grants and contracts are up 9.6 percent over the same time a
year ago, bringing total external support at mid-year to $540 million.
These funds, she noted, provide jobs and incomes for Wisconsin
citizens equivalent to four Kenosha Chrysler plants. While the
largest portion is raised by individual faculty at UW-Madison, all
institutions participate in this exceptional fundraising activity.
Their success, she stated, is a tribute to the distinction of UW
faculty and the hard work of the chancellors.
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Announcements
Welcome to David Olien
President Lyall welcomed David Olien, who had just taken office
as Vice President for University Relations. Mr. Olien received his
undergraduate degree from UW-Eau Claire and advanced degrees from
Sangamon State University and the University of Illinois.
Welcome to Lee Alley
President Lyall welcomed Lee Alley, who had begun work as
Associate Vice President for Learning and Information Technology--a
new position created to address the important and expanding role of
telecommunications in higher education. Before joining the UW System,
Mr. Alley was Assistant Vice President for Information Resources
Management at Arizona State University.
Appreciation to Bill Hogue and Chancellor Schnack
President Lyall expressed appreciation to Bill Hogue, Assistant
Chancellor for Information and Technology Management at UW-Eau Claire,
who had worked with System Administration on a half-time basis while
recruitment of an associate vice president was under way. She also
thanked Chancellor Schnack for his cooperation in lending Mr. Hogue's
expertise to System Administration.
Appointment of Special Assistant for Minority Affairs
President Lyall announced the appointment of Andrea-Teresa Arenas
to the position of Special Assistant to the President for Minority
Affairs. She had filled that position on an acting basis since the
departure of James Sulton.
Appreciation to David Martin
President Lyall expressed appreciation to David Martin, Associate
Vice President for Government and Business-Industry Relations, who
will retire on August 31, 1993. His background in the private sector
and in the State Legislature, she noted, has provided the UW System
with special perspective and valued experience.
Appreciation to Chancellor Boyle and Chancellor Kaplan
President Lyall extended best wishes and appreciation to
Chancellor Boyle, who is retiring, and to Chancellor Kaplan, who is
leaving to accept the presidency of Metropolitan State University.
These chancellors and the
institutions they have led, she indicated, illustrate how different
the various elements of the UW System are and yet how effectively they
work together to serve the state.
Congratulations to Senior Vice President Bornstein
President Lyall extended congratulations to Senior Vice President
Bornstein on his induction into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association
Hall of Fame.
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REPORT OF THE ACCOUNTABILITY TASK FORCE
The Final Report of the Governor's Task Force on UW
Accountability Measures was presented by William Randall, Chair.
Over a three-month period, he noted, the Task Force engaged in
intensive study and deliberations concerning the design of a
strengthened accountability system, drawing on the views of
stakeholders within and outside the university community, outside
experts, written material, and the collective knowledge and judgment
of Task Force members.
The six key recommendations of the Task Force are: First, that
the Board of Regents, in consultation with the Governor and the
Legislature, establish a core set of indicators that the Board
monitors and publicizes. This core set of indicators should
demonstrate the UW System's accountability in the following areas:
providing a high-quality undergraduate education; meeting the needs of
businesses and other organizations in Wisconsin; and being consumer-
oriented and responsive to customer concerns. A list of recommended
core indicators had been developed by the Task Force. Besides being
accountable for the core set of indicators, each UW institution is
asked to establish additional indicators that demonstrate its
accountability in areas that reflect its own select mission.
Second, that once a set of core indicators is established and
baseline data is available for each of the indicators, the Board of
Regents evaluate the data and set performance goals related to each
indicator. The goals should differ among UW institutions as necessary
to reflect the differences in institutional missions.
Third, that besides being accountable for a set of indicators,
the UW System and each UW institution, under the direction, review,
and approval of the Board of Regents, establish processes that
demonstrate a commitment to accountability.
Fourth, that the accountability measures be publicized in an
annual report or report card, issued by the UW System, and be
presented to the Governor and Legislature in a highly-visible manner.
Fifth, that there be consequences for failing to act to meet the
accountability goals and rewards for special efforts which lead to
success in meeting them.
Sixth, that there be a process to review the suitability of the
accountability measures and to take into consideration new public
reports concerning the UW System.
The Task Force believes, Mr. Randall stated, that these
recommendations will lead to a strengthened accountability system that
will heighten the effectiveness of the University of Wisconsin System
and improve the public's understanding of and confidence in the
university. He commended the hard work of all of the Task Force
members and Task Force staff, particularly Executive Director Fredi
Bove, and he expressed appreciation to the many individuals who shared
their expertise and viewpoints with the Task Force.
Mr. Randall then made four personal observations with respect to
the Task Force recommendations: First, the development of public
higher education accountability systems is still at an early, and in
many cases, primitive state. The measures proposed in this report
will create a system that in many ways is more sophisticated and more
comprehensive than any established elsewhere to date.
Second, the proposed set of accountability measures is more
comprehensive and more rigorous than the performance standards by
which managers of private sector businesses are judged. While private
firms are often held accountable by their stakeholders for only one
outcome--their profits--these measures will hold the UW System
accountable for an array of important outcomes.
Third, the set of accountability measures is part of a package of
measures recommended by the 1992 Governor's Commission on UW
Compensation. Other key recommendations of the Compensation
Commission accord more management flexibility to the UW System,
reducing the number of earmarked line-items in the operating budget,
and providing that annual pay increases for UW faculty and staff be
determined in a separate process from the pay increases for other
state government employees. It would be difficult, if not impossible,
he commented, to achieve the accountability outcomes put forth by the
Task Force if the UW System is not provided significant management
flexibility as well.
Fourth, the proposed accountability system redefines the
relationships and responsibilities among UW System officials,
legislative and executive branch decision makers, and the citizens of
Wisconsin in ways that are healthier and more productive.
In conclusion, he encouraged the UW System, the Governor, the
Legislature, and Wisconsin citizens to study these measures and
embrace them, together with the other Compensation Commission
measures, in good faith and with the commitment to work together for
continuous improvement.
Regent President Steil expressed appreciation to Mr. Randall for
his outstanding leadership as Chair of the Task Force.
Regent Gundersen noted that an effective model of assessment
exists in the medical profession.
Speaking on behalf of The Association of UW Professionals, Gloria
Toivola, President, said that TAUWP applauds the efforts of the Task
Force and welcomes its emphasis on the importance of undergraduate
education. TAUWP opposes, however, the recommendation that students
have access to summary results of student evaluations of instruction
to help them make more informed course selections. She commented that
such evaluations are not considered adequate for a sole indicator of
teaching performance and should not be used to guide student choice of
courses.
It was moved by Regent Gelatt and seconded by Regent Gundersen
that Resolution 6450 be adopted by the Board of Regents.
Resolution 6450: Whereas, the adoption of a strengthened
accountability system will heighten the
effectiveness of the UW System and increase the
public's knowledge and understanding of the UW
System;
Whereas, an enhanced accountability system will
strengthen the relationship between the UW System and
its stakeholders by establishing clear, well-defined
performance expectations for the UW System and
mechanisms of reporting progress towards meeting those
expectations;
Whereas, it is important that increased
accountability be accompanied by increased
management flexibility and that it will be
difficult, if not impossible, to achieve
important accountability outcomes if the UW
System is not provided sufficient
management flexibility; and
Whereas, to provide the impetus for reaching agreement
in the near future with the Legislature and Governor on
a package of increased accountability and increased
flexibility for the UW System, the Board considers it
appropriate to proceed with the development of a
strengthened accountability system at this time;
Therefore, be it resolved that the UW System Board of
Regents accepts the 1993 Report of the Governor's Task
Force on University of Wisconsin Accountability Measures
and requests that UW System President Lyall proceed with
its implementation; and
That the Board of Regents expresses its deep
appreciation to the members and staff of the
Accountability Task Force for the time, expertise, and
hard work they devoted to this project.
Regent Gelatt commented that the proposed accountability measures
will help to better define and focus attention on UW objectives and
mission, rather than on inputs and process. He pointed out that the
work of the Task Force, followed by the process that will be
established for defining measures and goals, provides a forum in which
the UW System, the Board, the Governor, the Legislature, and the
citizens of Wisconsin can work together to redefine the social compact
that defines the objectives of the UW System. It is time, he added,
to review policies which have carried forward for many years without
much public discussion.
In conclusion, Regent Gelatt expressed the hope that by accepting
the Task Force report and proceeding with development of measures and
goals, the momentum will be maintained for greater flexibility for the
UW System so that it will have the freedom to more effectively manage
resources.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6450 was adopted unanimously.
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REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Regent Davis, Chair, presented the Committee's report.
Presenting Resolutions 6451 to 6455, which had been approved
unanimously by the Education Committee, Regent Davis moved their
adoption as consent agenda items by the Board of Regents. The motion
was seconded by Regent Krutsch and carried unanimously.
Final Report on Fall 1992-93 Drop Rates
Resolution 6451: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Board
of Regents accepts the final report on 1992-93
undergraduate drop rates for submission to the
Joint Committee on Finance.
Faculty Personnel Policies and Procedures, UW-River Falls
Resolution 6452: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, revisions to sections RF 1.5 and RF
4.2, creation of section RF 4.3 and revisions
to sections RF 3.12 and 3.33 of UW-River Falls
Faculty Personnel Policies and Procedures be
approved.
Authorization to Recruit Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic
Affairs, UW-Madison
Resolution 6453: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the Chancellor be authorized to recruit
for a Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic
Affairs, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Report to the Legislature pursuant to s.36.12(3), Wis. Stats.:
Student Discrimination Prohibited
Resolution 6454: Pursuant to 1989 Wisconsin Act 186, s.
36.12(3)(a)(b), Wisconsin Statutes (effective
April 24, 1990), the Board of Regents hereby
accepts the attached report and directs that it
be submitted to the chief clerk of each house
of the legislature for distribution to the
appropriate standing committees under s.
13.172(3).
Appointment of Named Professor, UW-Madison
Resolution 6455: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the status of Professor Dan Botez be
changed to Reed Chair in Electrical and
Computer Engineering, College of Engineering,
UW-Madison, effective August 1, 1993.
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Report of the Vice President
Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives
at UW-Stevens Point
Reporting on this presentation, Regent Davis noted that it was
the first report to the Regents on application of total quality
management (TQM) to academic areas. The TQM Team in Mathematics
collected data that disproved an often-held assumption about women and
mathematics. The data also suggested curriculum changes, such as
increasing access to an elementary statistics course and reallocation
to add an advanced statistics course.
The TQM Team in computer science curriculum used TQM methods in
the regular program review process. Interviewing former students,
their supervisors and managers, and leaders of the training programs
within industry, faculty discovered that their customers were highly
satisfied with the core curriculum, but that there was a need to give
more emphasis to course networking. This subsequently was done. In
the opinion of the presenters, the experience of both TQM teams
reinforced the necessity of collecting relevant data before decisions
are made about curriculum and classes.
Committee members commended the UW-Stevens Point faculty for
these efforts and asked about ways other departments can be encouraged
to utilize similar approaches.
Summary of Changes in Lateral Review Process
for Teacher Education
Noting that there is receptivity to change and improvement in the
lateral review process, Regent Davis reported that the Education
Committee was advised of changes made in the lateral review process
for teacher education as a result of suggestions from consultants,
faculty, staff, and Regents following the first two lateral reviews.
All suggestions were considered by the Continuous Quality Improvement
Team on Lateral Reviews that meets regularly with Senior Vice
President Portch.
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Undergraduate Imperative: Status Report
Senior Vice President Portch commented to the Education Committee
on the significant progress made in implementing recommendations of
the undergraduate imperative and on the commitment of faculty and
staff to making improvements in these areas. Responding to comments
by Regent Grebe, he described how UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee have
acted to acquire a demonstration of proficiency in English by
prospective Teaching Assistants. Mechanisms also are in place to
resolve complaints in this area.
In Committee discussion of how to inform the public about the
innovations taking place in undergraduate education, Regent Krutsch
suggested showcasing such activities through presentations to the
Regents.
It also was suggested that feedback mechanisms from the customers
are needed before an undergraduate initiative can be considered
completed. Senior Vice President Portch commented that the
Accountability Task Force calls for a regular cycle of feedback which
would be valuable in determining which aspects of undergraduate
education need further attention.
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Substantive Redirection of Major/Degree in Environmental Policy
and Planning, UW-Green Bay
Regent Davis reported that the Education Committee was presented
with plans for a substantive redirection of the major/degree in
Environmental Policy and Planning at UW-Green Bay.
This proposal was first presented to the Committee in February,
at which time Committee members were concerned that the six-credit
science requirement did not provide an adequate science base for a
degree in Environmental Policy and Planning. UW-Green Bay therefore
was asked to reconsider that element within the curriculum.
The response by UW-Green Bay was to increase the science
requirement from six to fifteen credits. The Committee commended Dean
Pollis and her colleagues at UW-Green Bay for their responsiveness to
the concern that was voiced. Regent Krutsch commented that this
curriculum places UW-Green Bay in the national forefront of such
programs, with the science component now equal to or higher than some
programs with the title of environmental science.
Upon motion by Regent Davis, seconded by Regent Flores, the
following resolution was adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents:
Resolution 6456: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the B.A./B.S. in Environmental Policy
and Planning offered by UW-Green Bay be
continued, with the understanding that the
program will be jointly evaluated again in the
Fall of 1996 and brought to the Board of
Regents for final action.
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REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Regent Dreyfus, Chair, presented the Committee's report.
Report on Feasibility of Total System Administration
Consolidation at 780 Regent Street, Madison
Presenting resolution 6457, Regent Dreyfus noted that it had been
approved the previous day at a meeting to which all Regents were
invited.
Upon motion by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Davis, the
following resolution was adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents:
Resolution 6457: That the Board of Regents chooses the option to
do nothing more about the total consolidation
of System Administration in a single location
and, thus, reaffirms the action taken at its
June 3, 1993 meeting approving the
consolidation of System Administration staff
into two sites.
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Consent Agenda
Regent Dreyfus presented Resolutions 6458-6468, which had been
approved unanimously by the Physical Planning and Development
Committee, and moved their adoption as consent agenda items by the
Board of Regents. At the request of Regent Gelatt, Resolution 6468
was removed from the consent agenda.
Put to the vote, Resolutions 6458-6467 were adopted unanimously.
UW-Madison: Authority to Initiate a Portion of 1993-95 Art
Facilities Project
Resolution 6458: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University
of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to
initiate a portion of the 1993-95 Art
Facilities project, including:
(a) acquire an .80 acre improved parcel of
land located at 103 North Lake Street in
the City of Madison at a total acquisition
cost of $325,000; and
(b) implement a series of projects to resolve
critical UW-Madison Art Department health
and safety issues, at a cost not-to-exceed
$725,000, for a total release of
$1,050,000 of 1993-95 General Fund
Supported Borrowing Funds. Approval is
contingent upon enumeration of $1,050,000
for the Art and Safety Department
Relocation project as part of the 1993-95
Budget Bill.
UW-Madison: Authority to Repair Fire-Damaged Eagle Heights
Apartment and Modify Scope and Increase Budget
Resolution 6459: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Madison Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to repair the fire damaged Eagle
Heights Apartment Building No. 307, at an
estimated cost of $300,000 using State
Insurance Funds; and approval to modify the
scope and increase the authorized budget of
$1,930,000, by $100,000 of Program Revenue
Supported Borrowing, for the Eagle Heights
Apartment Buildings 304, 306, 307, 308, 403
and 405 Remodeling project to provide
handicapped accessibility features, for a
total revised project cost of $2,330,000
($2,030,000 Program Revenue Supported
Borrowing and $300,000 State Insurance Funds)
UW-Madison: Authority to Expand Scope of 1991-93 Humanities
Building Asbestos Abatement Project
Resolution 6460: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Madison Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to expand the scope of the 1991-93
Humanities Building Asbestos Abatement
project, to perform the remainder of asbestos
abatement work, and undertake a Mills Concert
Hall Update project, estimated at a cost of
$170,000, all within the previously approved
funding level of $1,905,000 of All-Agency
funds.
UW-Madison: Appointment to Architectural Control Committee and
Design Review Board
Resolution 6461: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Madison Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, approval be
granted to appoint Ross T. Potter to serve on
the Architectural Control Committee for the
University Hill Farms and the Design Review
Board for the University Research Park.
UW-River Falls: Authority to Complete South Hall Political
Science Department Remodeling
Resolution 6462: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-River
Falls Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to complete the remodeling of the
Political Science Department in South Hall for
an estimated total project cost of $99,000
Residual General Fund Supporting Bonding.
UW-Stevens Point: Authority for Condensate Line and Steam Jacket
Replacement
Resolution 6463: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Stevens Point Chancellor and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, authority
be granted to construct a North Reserve Street
Condensate Line and Steam Line Jacket
Replacement project at an estimated total
project cost of $237,500 of All-Agency
Utilities Repair and Renovation Funds.
UW-Extension: Authority to Construct Transmitters, Antennas and
Transmission Lines
Resolution 6464: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Extension Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to purchase and install equipment to
enable the relocation of the points of
transmission for public radio stations WGBW
(currently on the campus at UW-Green Bay) and
WVSS (currently on the campus at UW-Stout), at
a total project cost of $264,000 General Fund
Supported Borrowing- Utility Repair and
Renovation.
UW-Extension: Authority to Renovate Guestrooms/Bathrooms
Resolution 6465: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Extension Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to renovate guest rooms and bathrooms
at Lowell Hall on the UW-Madison campus for an
estimated total project cost of $200,000 of
Program Revenue Funds.
UW System: Approval of 1995-97 Capital Budget Priorities
Resolution 6466: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
following categories be adopted as the basis
for prioritizing and categorizing projects for
inclusion in the System's 1995-97 Capital
Budget:
I. REPAIR, RENEWAL AND REPROGRAMMING of existing
facilities (Deferred Maintenance).
This category would include a prioritized
list of projects which focus on "the three
R's of the infrastructure." This category
would include the biennial portion of the
ten-year plan (1991-2001) to eliminate the
significant backlog of deferred maintenance
that exists across the system, as well as
major facility upgrades needed from a
maintenance and/or programmatic standpoint.
The only new space in this category would be
that which is needed in order to meet the
overall objective of the project and should
not be postponed.
Priorities within this category would include
the following subcategories:
a. Health, Safety and Environment
b. Facilities Repair and Renovation
c. Utilities Repair and Renovation
d. Capital Renewal (Total Facilities
Upgrades) and Remodeling (This could
include major projects.)
Projects would be identified within each of
these subcategories.
II. MINOR PROJECTS/EXTERIOR DEVELOPMENT/LAND
ACQUISITION/ENERGY CONSERVATION
This category would include minor remodeling
and improvement projects (under $250,000),
energy conservation efforts, improvements in
handicapped accessibility, sitework projects,
and the purchase of land within existing
campus boundaries. It is expected that many
projects formerly implemented as minor
projects will be undertaken within one of the
subcategories of category I.
III. PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS
This category would include projects for new
space needed to enhance existing programs or
create new programs.
IV. PROJECTS APPROVED FOR PLANNING
This category would include projects which
the Regents support conceptually, but which
need formal planning before a determination
will be made on priority.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Within the above framework, and in the
context of additional guidelines that may be
established by the Department of
Administration, System Administration will
develop criteria for ranking of all GPR
requests. This will enable consideration of
projects in each category and subcategory.
All GPR projects requiring enumeration must
be supported by a completed Space Use Plan.
At all stages of the priority-setting
process, consideration will be given to the
institutional priority established by each
chancellor.
New projects under the Wisconsin Initiative
for State Technology and Applied Research
(WISTAR) program will be ranked within
categories I. through IV., as was done in the
1991-93 Capital Budget.
UW System: Lease-Purchase Agreement for Candelabra Tower;
Increase in WHA Transmission Equipment Replacement Budget
Resolution 6467: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Extension Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, the following
authorizations are granted relating to the
relocation of the WHA-TV tower:
(1) to enter into a lease/purchase agreement
with the University Research Park, Inc. for
a period of 20 years, during which time the
Research Park would retire the debt and
assume ownership of the tower. The Board
of Regents would retain ownership of the
land. A provision of this lease/purchase
would be that ECB and WHA be assured of
occupancy on the tower as long as it
exists; and
(2) to increase the project budget for the 1985-87
WHA Transmission Equipment Replacement project
(Project No. 8511-06) by $130,000 (General
Fund Supported Borrowing) for a revised total
budget cost of $2,025,000 ($1,855,000 General
Fund Supported Borrowing and $170,000
Equipment Sales Proceeds).
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UW-Stevens Point: Authority to Purchase and Install Parking Lot X
Automated Pay Station System
Adoption by the Board of Regents of Resolution 6468 was moved by
Regent Dreyfus and seconded by Regent Barry.
Resolution 6468: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Stevens Point Chancellor and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, authority
be granted to purchase and install a Parking
Lot X Automated Pay Station System at an
estimated total project cost of $221,000 of
Program Revenue Borrowing.
Regent Gelatt expressed concern that the proposal would spend
today's dollars to save tommorrow's dollars, with relatively small net
savings. He was not convinced such automation projects would be a
wise expenditure of taxpayer money.
Regent Dreyfus noted that expansion of the lot was the reason
installation of an automated pay system was considered economically
feasible. Users would be charged for actual time spent in the lot
rather than the current per-day basis.
Put to the vote, the resolution was adopted, with Regent Gelatt
and Regent Hirsch voting in opposition.
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UW-Whitewater: Authority to Name Terrace
Presenting Resolution 6469, which was unanimously approved by the
Committee, Regent Dreyfus noted that Mrs. Fern Young, the widow of
Irvin L. Young, is President of the Irvin L. Young Foundation and was
the driving force in creating the auditorium. He recognized and
commended her many contributions to UW-Whitewater, as well as to UW-
Stevens Point and the UW System.
Upon motion by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Krutsch, the
following resolution was adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents:
Resolution 6469: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Whitewater Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to name the Second Floor Lobby Terrace
of the Irvin L. Young Auditorium the "Fern
Young Terrace."
Regent Dreyfus asked that a copy of the resolution be forwarded
to Mrs. Young.
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UW-Whitewater: Authority to Name Room
Regent Dreyfus noted that Kachel family members have been major
supporters of UW-Whitewater. Jon Kachel was a Regent of the
university from 1926 to 1930. David and Lolita Kachel were major
contributors to the auditorium fund drive, and Jon Kachel is a member
of the UW-Whitewater Foundation.
Commending the family's generous support, Regent Dreyfus moved
adoption by the Board of Regents of Resolution 6470, which had been
approved unanimously by the Committee. The motion was seconded by
Regent Krutsch and carried unanimously.
Resolution 6470: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Whitewater Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to name the Multipurpose Room of the
Irvin L. Young Auditorium the "Kachel Center."
Regent Dreyfus asked that copies of the resolution be forwarded
to members of the Kachel family.
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REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
Regent Gelatt, Chair, presented the Committee's report.
Consent Agenda
Presenting Resolutions 6471 to 6474, which had been approved
unanimously by the Business and Finance Committee, Regent Gelatt moved
their adoption as consent items by the Board of Regents. The motion
was seconded by Regent Hirsch and carried unanimously.
Elizabeth Ann Eberle Bequest
Resolution 6471: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System and the
Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-
Madison the bequest of the late Elizabeth Ann
Eberle, of Bloomington, Monroe County,
Indiana, be accepted; and that the Trust
Officer or Assistant Trust Officers be
authorized to sign receipts and do all things
necessary to effect the transfer for the
benefit of the University of Wisconsin,
Madison, Wisconsin.
(The Will states:
Item Two. I direct my Executor to divide all of
the rest and residue of my estate into three (3)
equal parts. And, one part shall be distributed
to the University of Wisconsin Endowment
Association of the University of Wisconsin,
Madison, Wisconsin. It is my intention that the
governing board of each of the legatees shall
allocate the gift to those uses that it shall deem
most beneficial to the institution it serves.
Mrs. Eberle's husband, August Eberle, attended
UW-Madison as a graduate student the summers of
1946, 1947 and 1948. He received a Ph.D in 1953
with a major in Education and a minor in Political
Science. The University has received $170,639)
Ralph Goldman Trust
Resolution 6472: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System and the
Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-
Madison, the bequest of the late Ralph
Goldman, a resident of Riverside County,
California be accepted; and that the Trust
Officer or Assistant Trust Officers be
authorized to sign receipts and do all things
necessary to effect the transfer for the
benefit of the University of Wisconsin Medical
School, at Madison, Wisconsin.
(The Trust states:
FOURTH DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME AND PRINCIPAL UPON
THE DEATH OF THE SETTLOR: Upon the death of the
Settlor the Trustee shall sell the Settlor's
principal residence and distribute the net
proceeds thereof to the University of Wisconsin
Medical School, at Madison, Wisconsin, to be used
to fund a professorship or lectureship in the
School of Medicine.
Dr. Goldman received a B.S. in 1937, an M.D. in
1939, from the University of Wisconsin Medical
School. $92,000 has been received.)
John M. Linden Trust
Resolution 6473: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System and the
Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-
Madison, the bequest of the late John M.
Linden, Freeport, Illinois, be accepted; and
that the Trust Officer or Assistant Trust
Officers be authorized to sign receipts and do
all things necessary to effect the transfer
for the benefit of the University of Wisconsin
Medical School.
(In the Trust established by Dr. Linden there
is a provision stating:
University of Wisconsin Medical School, in
memory of the Class of 1933 of said
School...........$500,000.00
Dr. Linden was admitted to pre-med in 1926 and
received a B.A. in 1931. He was admitted to
medical school on February 8, 1930 and
received his M.D. in 1933.)
(The Dean of the Medical School and the
Chancellor of UW-Madison are requesting
approval to expend the entire gift as part of
the cost of the addition to the Eye Clinic.)
Change in Investment Custodial Services
Resolution 6474: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Trust
Officer be authorized to open accounts with
any custodian under contract with the State of
Wisconsin Investment Board.
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Faculty Workload Audit
The Legislative Audit Bureau's Faculty Workload Audit was
discussed at a meeting of the Audit Subcommittee with all Regents
invited to attend. In opening remarks, President Lyall observed that
the audit report contains a number of important and helpful findings
that can assist the UW in improving operations.
She pointed out that the audit also poses, but does not answer, a
larger question: whether faculty are teaching enough to fulfill their
responsibilities in the area of undergraduate education. This
question has much broader implications, she stated, which should be
considered in the context of the Board's decisions about Enrollment
Management III. President Lyall commented that the basic issue is not
simply one of setting a threshold number of traditional classroom
hours but the far larger issue of how to deploy the UW's scarcest
resource--faculty talent--to meet the needs of all clients:
undergraduates, graduates, special students, business and industry,
those who need continuing professional education, national research
needs, and others.
The UW institutions and the Board, she noted, already have
instituted a number of policies directed at improving the quality of
undergraduate education throughout the UW System. These include: the
undergraduate imperative; post-tenure review; the upcoming
institutional workload policies; information that has been published
for several years on the percent of instruction at each UW institution
provided by faculty, instructional staff, and teaching assistants; and
periodic student and other stakeholder surveys as part of the
systemwide continuous quality improvement approach.
Gerda Lerner, UW-Madison Professor of History Emerita, expressed
concern that the LAB report does not adequately measure workload or
educational efficiency.
Regent concerns were expressed that the tends documented in the
LAB audit occurred independent of campus and system planning and
control. Regents also stressed the importance of concentrating on
outcomes, rather than such measures as time in front of a class.
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1993-94 Annual Operating Budget
At a portion of the Business and Finance Committee meeting to
which all Regents were invited, President Lyall presented the 1993-94
annual operating budget which establishes: the overall UW System
GPR/Fee budget total and the allocations for funding to each
institution; the tuition schedule; the rates for segregated fees, room
and board, and other auxiliary rates; auxiliary reserves; the hospital
budget; and projected program revenue increases, including grants,
gifts and contracts. The budget is contingent upon final legislative
and gubernatorial action.
Gloria Toivola, President of TAUWP, expressed concern that the
state pay plan is substantially below the Board of Regents'
recommendation and the Governor's budget request, resulting in
salaries well below peer institutions.
Ron Sissel, President of the United Council of UW Student
Government, and Ron Hermes, Legislative Affairs Director, expressed
opposition to raising tuition from 5.8 percent to 6.3 percent to fund
the pay plan and the Academic Excellence Program.
Section E of the Management Conditions, dealing with Quality
Reinvestment, was removed from the action before Committee approval.
Upon motion by Regent Gelatt, seconded by Regent Dreyfus, the
following resolution, which was approved unanimously in Committee, was
adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents:
Resolution 6475: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
1993-94 operating budget, including auxiliary
reserves and rates for academic tuition,
segregated fees, textbook rental, room and
board, apartments, parking, and University
Hospital, as reflected in the document 1993-94
Operating Budget and Fee Schedules, July 1993
be approved. The 1993-94 amounts are:
GPR$ 824,012,194 (33.9%)
Academic Tuition 357,256,028 (14.7%)
Total GPR/Fees 1,181,268,222 (48.6%)
Other 1,247,048,615 (51.4%)
Total $2,428,316,837 (100.0%)
That the President of the University of
Wisconsin System is authorized to make final
detailed allocations, to adjust academic
tuition and make necessary budget and
accounting changes to reflect final state
budget action, subject to review and approval
of the Executive Committee of the Board of
Regents.
This budget assumes a 2% pay plan. If the
final Joint Committee on Employment Relations
action is different, the Board authorizes the
Executive Committee, in consultation with the
System President, to establish unclassified
salary rates as stated in Resolution 6391.
Academic tuition for Minnesota Reciprocity
students will be incorporated into the 1993-94
Academic Fees/Tuition Schedule upon receipt of
final Minnesota tuition information.
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Report on Supplies and Expense Task Force Recommendations
Vice President Marnocha presented to the Business and Finance
Committee a report on implementation of the Supplies and Expense Task
Force recommendations.
One of the main recommendations, establishment of user teams to
identify and institute improvements, has been embraced by the entire
UW System, and UW institutions have numerous user teams in place which
are analyzing various operations. System Continuous Quality
Improvement Coordinator Sue Rohan is working with the institutions to
ensure that these efforts are continued.
Vice President Marnocha also reported on steps that have been
taken to implement the following recommendations: that at least 40
percent of the new S&E funding received in the 1991-93 biennial budget
be allocated to instruction-related S&E; the establishment of a
continuous quality improvement recognition program, the first awards
for which will be presented in conjunction with the November 1993
Board meeting; a study to determine the cost effectiveness of in-house
versus purchased computer repair capability; use of frequent flyer
coupons, with the System President, Vice Presidents, Chancellors, and
Vice Chancellors to be enrolled in separate frequent flyer accounts;
and reduction of postage costs, efforts in which UW-Extension and UW-
Madison have saved over $150,000 through bulk mailing and automation.
Vice President Marnocha will present additional information to the
Committee about the frequent flyer policy in September.
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Review of Trust Fund Investment Guidelines
The Committee amended the investment guidelines to allow
investment managers for fixed income funds to invest up to a maximum
of ten percent of the fixed income principal fund portfolio in non-
dollar international bonds; and up to ten percent of the fixed income
principal fund portfolio in BBB credit-rated bonds.
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Presentation: UW-Milwaukee Internal Audit Function
Reporting to the Committee on the role of UW-Milwaukee's Internal
Audit Department, Chancellor Schroeder explained that he receives all
internal audit reports, as does UW System Vice President Marnocha, and
meets privately, on a quarterly basis, with the Director of Internal
Audit. Internal audit also plays a key role in helping UW-Milwaukee
deal with issues such as affirmative action, hazardous waste, the
Americans with Disabilities Act, other compliance requirements,
software licensing, and increased efficiency and quality improvements.
Internal Audit Director Paul Rediske further explained his role
on campus, noted the importance of Chancellor Schroder's commitment to
internal audit and mentioned a number of recent audits, including
investigation of a compromised civil service examination, a cash
handling irregularity, a coordinated effort with System Administration
Internal Audit to check on compliance with software licensing
agreements, and special audits for rare books and valuable materials.
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Report of the Vice President
Federal Indirect Cost Rates
Vice President Marnocha reported to the Committee that the UW has
not yet been notified of the new federal indirect cost rates for
research for the comprehensive universities and centers, even though
the new regulation was to have gone into effect July 1, 1993.
Gifts, Grants, and Contracts
The Committee was advised that total gifts, grants and contracts
for the twelve-month period ending June 25, 1993, were $540 million,
an increase of nearly $50 million over the previous year. Federal
awards accounted for almost $20 million of the increase, while non-
federal awards accounted for $28 million.
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Audit Subcommittee
Internal Audit Director Brunkow provided the Subcommittee with a
quarterly update on audit activities within the UW System. Completed
were audits of the UW-La Crosse Athletic Department, UW-Milwaukee
Athletic Department, and software license audits at UW-Extension, UW-
Milwaukee, and UW Centers. This completes systemwide audits of
software licensing compliance.
A quality reinvestment plan review indicated there are
satisfactory procedures in place to evaluate the use of QRP
reallocations.
Ron Sissel, President of the United Council of UW Student
Governments, spoke to the Committee and recommended that students be
involved in the audit process for SUFAC-funded activities such as
student centers and athletics. The Committee asked that this
recommendation be considered and any proposed changes in standard
audit practices be brought back to the Audit Subcommittee.
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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON REGENT ORIENTATION AND DEVELOPMENT
The Committee's report was presented by Regent Krutsch, Chair.
Presenting Resolution 6476, Regent Krutsch reported that the
purpose of the proposed Statement of Expectations of members of the
Board of Regents is two-fold: First, to inform potential nominees to
the Board of the level of commitment they will be asked to make; and
second, to inform the public of what the Board expects of its members.
The statement, as adopted by the Board, will be shared with the
Governor's office, so that it can be made available to persons being
considered for appointment to the Board. The Committee considers it
essential for potential nominees to understand the substantial
commitment required of members of the Board in order to properly
fulfill their responsibilities.
Regent Krutsch moved adoption by the Board of Regents of the
following resolution, and the motion was seconded by Regent Nicholas:
Resolution 6476: That, upon the recommendation of the Committee
on Regent Orientation and Development, the
Board of Regents adopts the Statement of
Expectations dated July 16, 1993 (EXHIBIT A).
Regent Hirsch commented that the expectations set forth in
Section IV of the statement could be used as benchmarks for periodic
Board assessment.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6476 was adopted unanimously.
Regent Krutsch reported that the Committee developed an
orientation program to provide new Regents with a solid grounding in
understanding the UW System, the role of the Board, and key issues in
the education, business and finance, and physical planning areas. The
program will be implemented immediately for new Regent appointees and
may be further refined on the basis of experience.
Regent Gundersen suggested that information as to the various
sources of funding for university programs be included in the
orientation program, and Regent Krutsch concurred with that
suggestion.
Reporting that the Committee has begun consideration of ideas for
Regent development programs, Regent Krutsch asked that any suggestions
concerning Board development be forwarded to her or to Secretary
Temby.
Regent President Steil expressed appreciation for the outstanding
work performed by the Committee.
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ADDITIONAL RESOLUTION
Cancellation of August Meetings
Upon motion by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Davis, the
following resolution was adopted unanimously by the Board of Regents:
Resolution 6477: That the Board of Regents meetings scheduled
for August 12 and 13, 1993, be cancelled.
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At 10:30 a.m., the following resolution, moved by Regent Grebe,
was adopted unanimously on a roll-call vote, with Regents Barry,
Benson, Budzinski, Davis, Dreyfus, Flores, Gelatt, Grebe, Gundersen,
Hempel, Hirsch, Krutsch, and Steil (13) voting in the affirmative.
There were no abstentions and no dissenting votes.
Resolution 6478: That the Board of Regents recess into closed
session to consider personnel matters as
permitted by s. 19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats.,
including approval of an initial leave of
absence of more than two years for a faculty
member at the UW-Madison, and annual
evaluations; to consider personal histories
relating to naming rooms at UW-Madison and UW-
Milwaukee, possible actions on appointments to
the UW-Superior, UW-Whitewater, and UW Centers
Boards of Visitors, and on disposition of a
student complaint concerning the awarding of a
degree as permitted by s. 19.85(1)(f), Wis.
Stats.; and to confer with legal counsel as
permitted by s. 19.85(1)(g), Wis. Stats.
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CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
The Board arose from closed session at 12:40 p.m., having adopted
the following resolutions:
Appointments to UW-Superior Board of Visitors
Resolution 6479: That, upon the recommendation of the
Chancellor at UW-Superior and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the
following persons be reappointed to the UW-
Superior Board of Visitors for three-year
terms, effective August 1, 1993:
Mr. William Downs, Jr.
Mrs. Cecelia Jauch
And that the following persons be appointed
for three-year terms beginning August 1, 1993:
Mr. Robert P. Mercier
Mr. Benjamin J. Kanninen
Appointments to UW-Whitewater Board of Visitors
Resolution 6480: That, upon the recommendation of the
Chancellor at UW-Whitewater and the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
following persons be appointed to the UW-
Whitewater Board of Visitors for three-year
terms ending June 1996:
Todd Adams
John Didion
Diane Abendroth
Lolita Kachel
And that the following persons be reappointed
for three-year terms ending June 1996:
Richard Groesbeck
Joseph Schopen
Brian Schimming
Appointments to the UW Centers Board of Visitors
Resolution 6481: That, upon the recommendation of the
Chancellor at the UW Centers and the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
following persons be appointed to the UW
Centers Board of Visitors for terms ending
June 30, 1995:
Mr. Donald Vogt
Mr. Ya Myyoufu Yang
And that the following persons be reappointed
for terms ending June 30, 1995:
Joseph Berger, Jr.
Jane Alby
Larry MacDonald
Initial Leave of Absence for more than Two Years for Faculty
Member, UW-Madison
Resolution 6482: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the leave of absence for Professor
Donald Harkness, Medical School, be approved
for up to four years (through the academic
year 1996-97) while he assumes an appointment
in Japan with the National Academy of Sciences
and the Radiation Effects Research Foundation,
effective July 1, 1993.
Decision on Student Complaint concerning Awards of Degree, UW-
Stout
Resolution 6483: That the Board of Regents, on the
recommendation of the Personnel Matters Review
Committee, denies the request for review on
the record filed by a student at UW-Stout.
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The meeting adjourned at 12:40 p.m.
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