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MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING
of the
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Held in the Fireside Lounge
UW-Milwaukee Union
Friday, June 4, 1993
9:00 a.m.
- President Steil presiding -
PRESENT: Regents Barry, Budzinski, Davis, Dreyfus, Gelatt,
Grebe, Gundersen, Hempel, Hirsch, Krutsch, Lubar,
Lyon, Nicholas, and Steil
ABSENT: Regents Flores and Schilling
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion by Regent Lubar, seconded by Regent Dreyfus, the
minutes of the May 7, 1993, meeting of the Board of Regents were
unanimously approved as distributed following comments by Regent
Gundersen as set forth below.
Comments on Lateral Review of Allied Health Programs
Referring to the lateral review of allied health programs, which
had been presented at the May meeting, Regent Gundersen commented that
he did not think the review was broad enough in terms of considering
what aspects of health care delivery are lacking in the state. He
also felt the private sector should have been more involved in the
review.
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REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
Status Report on Accountability Task Force
Mr. William Randall, Chair of the Accountability Task Force,
introduced his report by noting that the Task Force was established by
Governor Thompson in March 1993. It is composed of 19 members of the
private sector, the Board of Regents, state government, the
Legislature, and UW System faculty, staff, and students. He
complimented Regent Gelatt, the Regent member of the Task Force, for
his practical and pragmatic approach to this sensitive subject, and
Fredi Bove, Director of the Task Force, whose competence enabled
completion of the report in a timely fashion.
The Task Force, which had met six times, carried out extensive
information-gathering efforts which formed the basis of the draft
report. It was expected that the Task Force would finalize its report
on June 8, after which time it will be submitted to the Governor and
to the Legislature.
The Task Force reached the following conclusions which underlie
its recommendations. Accountability is defined as being answerable
for the effective discharge of the mission of the organization. The
current UW missions appear to reflect the public interest, and three
aspects of these missions are of most interest at this time to the
citizens of Wisconsin: 1) the quality of the undergraduate
educational experience; 2) meeting the needs of Wisconsin for career
preparation, technology transfer and research; and
3) having the UW System be more customer-responsive.
The report contains six recommendations. First, that the Board
of Regents, in consultation with the Governor and the Legislature,
establish a core set of indicators that demonstrate accountability in
the areas of most interest to the stakeholders. The Task Force
developed a set of approximately 15 recommended core indicators. In
addition to being responsible for the core indicators, each UW
institution should establish additional indicators that reflect its
select mission. In developing the indicators, the following
principles were utilized: Indicators reflect the aspects of the UW
mission of most interest to stakeholders; they generally are based on
outcomes, are limited in number, and include both quantitative and
qualitative measures. In addition, the accountability system is
designed to value and foster the diversity of missions and strengths
among UW institutions.
Second, that the Board of Regents evaluate the baseline data and
set performance goals for each indicator.
Third, that the UW System and institutions establish processes
that demonstrate accountability on a continuing basis. The post-
tenure review guidelines recently established by the Regents are an
example of the kind of accountability process that the Task Force
supports.
Fourth, that the accountability measures be publicized in an
annual report and by such visible means as may seem appropriate to
inform stakeholders.
Fifth, that there be consequences for failure to act to meet the
standards, as well as rewards for special efforts which lead to
success in goal achievement.
Sixth, that there be a process to review and, if appropriate,
revise the accountability indicators periodically.
In conclusion, Mr. Randall observed that accountability measures
form part of the package of measures recommended by the Governor's
Commission on UW Compensation. The Compensation Commission's measures
recommend greater decision-making flexibility for the UW System. With
the Task Force recommendations, the increased management flexibility
will be matched with a heightened level of accountability. The
proposed accountability measures are intended to make Wisconsin's
outstanding public university system even more effective and to
improve the public's understanding of and confidence in the activities
of the UW System.
Noting that the Board of Regents is by statute responsible for
the success of the UW System, Regent Gelatt commented that the
Accountability Task Force recommendations will help the Board to
communicate more clearly with its stakeholders as to its objectives
which are defined in the mission statements. The Accountability Task
Force is helping to define measures to monitor progress toward those
objectives.
Indicating that there will be public discussion about the
measures and the goals to be set relative to those measures, Regent
Gelatt noted that the Task Force has set a fine example of a process
of open public discussion. In a sense, he observed, this is a
redefinition of the social compact for higher education in Wisconsin--
to use President Lyall's expression, "a re-engineering of the bicycle
built for two."
Urging the Board to express strong support for the work of the
Task Force, Regent Gelatt moved adoption by the Board of Regents of
the following resolution. The motion was seconded Regent Grebe.
Resolution 6416: Whereas the Board of Regents supports the
principle that increased decision-making
flexibility should be matched with increased
accountability; and
Whereas the Board of Regents is prepared to
adopt heightened accountability standards; and
Whereas the Legislature may be considering
measures related to management flexibility for
the UW System in the remainder of June and
early July.
Therefore, be it resolved that the Executive
Committee is authorized to receive and take
action on behalf of the Board of Regents on the
report of the Task Force on UW Accountability
prior to the July 15-16 Board of Regents
meeting if the Task Force report is finalized
in that period.
While he understood the importance of expeditious action in the
context of ongoing legislative budget deliberations, Regent Davis
noted the desirability of consideration by the full Board of so
important a document. If action in advance of the July meeting is
deemed necessary, however, he would support delegation of authority to
the Executive Committee.
Commenting that a window of opportunity exists at this time, Mr.
Randall said the Task Force is aware of the need to bring forth in a
timely way a document that expresses good faith willingness to proceed
in a direction with which the Legislature is comfortable.
Regent Gelatt and Regent President Steil agreed that time is of
the essence concerning the need for action on the Task Force report.
It also was agreed that all Regents will be invited to participate if
the Executive Committee meets to act on this matter.
Regent Grebe noted that, in endorsing the report of the
Compensation Commission, the Board underscored its commitment to the
concept of accountability. He asked the Regents to focus on the
commitment also stated in this resolution to adoption of heightened
accountability standards.
Expressing support for the report as a whole, Regent Gundersen
suggested that the issue of access to individual institutions should
be addressed, as well as access to the UW System as a whole.
Regent Hirsch questioned how the Board itself will be held
accountable, to which Mr. Randall replied that the report underscores
the responsibility of the Board to set the goals for which failure or
success might trigger consequences.
Regent Gelatt added that one recommendation is that
accountability information be presented in public meetings around the
state. With those presentations made by members of the Board of
Regents and System Administration, the Regents will be visibly and
publicly accountable in presenting these measures each year.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6416 was adopted unanimously.
On behalf of the Board of Regents, President Steil expressed
appreciation to Mr. Randall, Regent Gelatt, the Task Force, and
Director Fredi Bove for the excellent work they had done.
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Report of the Vice Chair of the Council of Trustees of the UW
Hospital and Clinics
Reporting on the Council's June 3 meeting, Regent Gundersen noted
attendance by two members of the Regent Business and Finance Committee
for the discussion of the 1993-94 hospital operating budget.
Superintendent Derzon reported that the 1992-93 fiscal year was
challenging--overall admissions increased slightly from the previous
year but were below the budgeted figure for 1993. Patient days also
lagged behind last year's figure by 2 percent and were slightly under
budget. Outpatient volume, however, was nearly 5 percent above that
of the previous year. The expectation was to close the year with a
net revenue of $8 million, or a 3.2 percent operating margin.
Mr. Christman explained that this year's trends, along with a
changing environment in health care, have made the budget process for
1993-94 particularly formidable. In light of anticipated state and
federal health care initiatives and anticipated leveling off of
revenue, the hospital has embarked on increased cost-containment
activities designed to control expenditures and make the institution
more competitive with other regional health care providers.
The hospital's proposed 1993-94 budget requests a 4.5 percent
rate increase. The recommendation assumes only a modest growth in
patient activity and accommodates anticipated increases in medical and
surgical supplies and employee fringe benefits. The rate increase is
expected to generate revenue to cover an expected 2.7 percent increase
in costs, and a 3.1 percent operating margin is projected. If
approved, this will increase the room rate to $350--which is lower
than that of Madison's other hospitals, and will result in per diem
charges that are lower than all but one midwest university teaching
hospital. The Council voted to recommend approval of the proposed
budget to be forwarded to the Board of Regents for consideration at
its July meeting.
Also approved was the evaluation of the chief executive officer,
Mr. Derzon. A subcommittee, consisting of Regent Flores as chair,
Regent Gundersen as vice-chair and Regent Emeritus Lawrence Weinstein
reviewed the performance of the superintendent in terms of the
hospital and clinics' mission, education, patient care, research,
community service, and financial management of the institution. The
subcommittee agreed that the missions are being carried out in an
exemplary fashion and the institution remains in financially sound
condition. The subcommittee's report was adopted by the Council of
Trustees.
Also approved was a report on the hospital's extensive volunteer
program and a report of the subcommittee on quality assurance, risk
management, and safety, presented by Regent Krutsch. A number of
hospital policies and procedures also were approved by the Council.
Dr. Carl Getto, Associate Dean/Director of Clinical Affairs, and Carl
Selbo, of the Human Resources Department, reviewed the success of
total quality management principles as they apply to hospital
processes.
Regent Gundersen commended the policy and procedure material
presented by Associate Superintendent Eileen Smith, and the Council
approved the medical staff appointments and medial staff by-law
modifications submitted by Dr. Getto.
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Report of the Vice President of the State VTAE Board
A written report was presented by Regent Barry, Vice President of
the VTAE Board.
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Report of the Regent Representative to the Education
Communications Board
Supplementing his written report, Regent Davis pointed out that
the search committee for the executive director had selected a list of
finalists to present to the Board on June 14, 1993.
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Report on Legislative Matters
Supplementing her written report, Acting Vice President Ward
reported that the Joint Finance Committee discussion group on the UW
System appropriations structure, co-chaired by Senator Stitt and
Representative Huber, was to meet the following week.
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Appointment of Special Regent Committee for the Position of UW-
Parkside Chancellor
President Steil announced the appointment of a Special Regent
Committee on selection of a successor to Chancellor Kaplan, who is
leaving in September to become President of Metropolitan State College
in Denver. The committee consists of Regent Lubar, (Chair), Regent
Budzinski, Regent Davis, Regent Gundersen, and Regent Nicholas, with
the Regent President and Vice President serving as ex-officio members.
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REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM
Presentation on the UW-Milwaukee JASON Project
President Lyall introduced Chancellor Schroeder, who said that
the JASON project involves UW-Milwaukee's Center for Great Lakes
Studies (CGLS), a number of community leaders, private sector
companies, private and independent foundations, and a large number of
school districts in southeastern Wisconsin, including private
institutions.
Chancellor Schroeder introduced those who would make the
presentation: Dr. Charles C. Remsen, CGLS Director; Caroline Joyce of
CGLS, Director of the JASON project; and Dr. Nancy Noeske, Vice
President for Consumer Relations of the Wisconsin Electric Power
Company, who serves as chair of the JASON Community Advisory Board.
The Chancellor noted that UW-Milwaukee Vice Chancellor Kenneth
Watters, Graduate School Dean George Keulks, and Graduate School
Associate Dean Robert Jones also have provided support and active
participation in the project.
The presenters explained that the JASON project is an innovative
science-education program that uses state-of-the-art satellite
technology to transport middle and high school students to research
sites around the world for live scientific explorations. It was
developed by Dr. Robert Ballard, the scientist from the Woods Hole
Oceanographic Institution who discovered hydrothermal springs in the
ocean; and using robot submersibles, discovered the sunken British
liner R.M.S. Titanic and the German battleship Bismarck.
UW-Milwaukee's Center for Great Lakes Studies is one of 28 sites
worldwide participating in this program, and it is the only site in
Wisconsin. Using data links, two-way radio, satellite TV
transmission, and facilities developed at UW-Milwaukee's Union Cinema,
scientists associated with CGLS have joined the national JASON team to
offer thousands of students the thrill and excitement of experiencing
scientific discoveries as they occur. In two years, the JASON project
has reached nearly 34,000 students in southeastern Wisconsin and has
encouraged community involvement by creating the JASON Community
Advisory Council, which in turn promoted after-school science
education by creating the JASON "Passport to Discovery" program.
Responding to questions from Regent Krutsch, Dr. Remsen explained
that the programs build upon each other; and students generally are
from middle school, although there are some fourth and ninth/tenth
graders attending as well.
Regent Dreyfus asked whether students join the program only
through school groups, and Dr. Remsen said they also have worked with
some of the City of Milwaukee community centers during the summer
programs, but students have greater success if they go through 4-6
weeks of an interdisciplinary program prior to the telepresence.
When asked by Regent Lubar about the origin of the program, Dr.
Remsen said the name comes from Jason and the Golden Fleece. After
his Titanic and Bismarck discoveries, students wrote Dr. Ballard
asking how they could get involved in his adventures. He created the
JASON Foundation for Education to involve students in his expeditions
via telepresence. They actually operate a robot via microwave and
radio communications and talk directly to scientists who are in the
process of making discoveries.
Regent Hempel asked whether other cities in the state are
pursuing participation in the program. Dr. Remsen reported a
secondary video site in Racine which is microwaved from Milwaukee.
One or two additional sites within the microwave capabilities are
being contemplated, and an attempt is being made to locate a site
through the Sea Grant Program in Madison.
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Introduction of Vice President for University Relations
President Lyall introduced David Olien, who had been appointed
Vice President for University Relations. Mr. Olien comes to the UW
System from the University of Illinois, where he served as Associate
Vice Chancellor for Development and Deputy Director of the University
of Illinois Foundation. Previously, he served as Executive Assistant
to the President of the University of Illinois System, Director of
State Legislative Relations, Press Secretary to the Illinois House
Minority Leader, and as a reporter with the Eau Claire Leader-
Telegram. He holds a BA in Journalism from UW-Eau Claire and master's
degrees in Political Science and Higher Education Administration.
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Tenure Designations
It was reported by President Lyall that this year UW institutions
approved 282 individuals for tenure, 179 men and 103 women. Of these
totals, 89 percent of the male candidates and 91 percent of the female
candidates received positive recommendations for tenure. Eighty-nine
percent of both minority and non-minority faculty were recommended for
tenure. Overall for 1993-94, tenure was recommended for about 3.4
percent of the total faculty. There has been a steady increase over
the years in the percentage of tenure awards going to women. In 1983-
84, women received only 20 percent of tenure awards. In 1988-89,
women received 28-1/2 percent of tenure awards, and in 1993-94, women
will receive 37 percent of the total tenure awards in the System.
Tracking of tenure decisions by race has just began, with minority
faculty to receive 13 percent of all the tenure awards in 1993-94.
Experience has shown higher drop-out rates for women and minority
faculty between the point of hire and the point of tenure review than
for white male faculty. Exit interviews have found the causes to be
many. Those that can be addressed include the need for mentoring and
the need to increase the comfort of women and minority faculty with
the campus climate. Other reasons for leaving include changing family
circumstances and career opportunities.
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Gift to UW-Oshkosh
President Lyall reported a $400,000 gift to UW-Oshkosh from Rose
and Edwin Daniels, who owned and operated a small grocery store in
Oshkosh for 23 years. For the last 13 years of Mrs. Daniel's life,
following a stroke, nursing students from UW-Oshkosh provided regular
care through the County Health Department. At his death, Mr. Daniels
gave this generous gift to UW-Oshkosh to be used as an endowment to
support nursing scholarships to students in the junior year of their
clinical work.
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Telecommunications Projects
It was announced by President Lyall that Ameritech, Wisconsin
Bell, and Department of Administration sponsors had selected several
UW institutions to participate in three major pilot projects involving
telecommunications technology. A multi-media audiographics project
proposed by UW-Extension has been funded to expand the two-way
interactive video network to link UW-Extension with targeted sites at
another UW institution, a VTAE site, a DPI site, and a public library.
The second part of the pilot project involves the West Central
Wisconsin District Education Project, in which UW-Eau Claire will
serve as the project leader. The project, which will establish a
video distance learning network to provide health care and specialized
education, links four UW universities (UW-Eau Claire, UW-Stout, UW-La
Crosse, and UW-River Falls) with five technical colleges (Central,
North Central, Western Wisconsin, Wisconsin Indian Head, and Chippewa
Valley) and with the Marshfield Clinic and St. Joseph's Hospital.
The third project is establishment of a video network between the
Waupun Correctional Institute and UW-Madison Hospital and Clinics for
patient and physician consultation and case review.
Noting that these are exceptional opportunities for the UW System
and the State of Wisconsin to participate in innovative ways of
delivering distance services, President Lyall congratulated the
chancellors and others involved for participation in these projects.
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UW-Milwaukee Accomplishments
President Lyall noted the following recent accomplishments at
UW-Milwaukee: (1) Member scientists of the UW-Milwaukee Laboratory for
Surface Studies were awarded three patents this year for their
inventions in three dimensional atomic imaging, low energy electron
diffraction, and imaging of an atomic environment. (2) The UW-
Milwaukee honors program for undergraduates is being expanded by a
$491,000 gift from the Bradley Foundation. (3) UW-Milwaukee
Communications major Katie McElwaney received one of the 48 National
Salute to Citizenship Awards as part of the Philip Morris Company's
celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Bill of Rights. She was
recognized for her leadership in founding UW-Milwaukee's Habitat for
Humanity Program.
President Lyall expressed appreciation to Chancellor Schroeder,
faculty, staff, and students for their notable accomplishments.
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REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Committee's report was presented by Regent Dreyfus, Chair.
Consent Agenda Items
Presenting Resolutions 6417, 6418, 6419 and 6421 which had been
unanimously approved by the Physical Planning and Development
Committee, Regent Dreyfus moved their adoption by the Board of
Regents. The motion was seconded by Regent Gundersen.
At the request of Regent Gelatt, Resolution 6421 was removed from
the consent agenda. Resolutions 6417 to 6419 then were adopted
unanimously as consent agenda items.
UW-Madison: Authority to Convey Land and to Grant a Limited
Construction Easement
Resolution 6417: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University
of Wisconsin System, the following authority be
granted:
(a) to convey to the city of Madison .03 acre
of unimproved property along Raymond Road in
Dane County at a sale price of $1,200 for a
street improvement project; and
(b) to grant a limited construction easement
to the city of Madison involving approximately
.05 acre.
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UW-Milwaukee: Authority to Execute Use Permit
Resolution 6418: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Milwaukee Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to the Chancellor to execute a Use
Permit between the Board of Regents and the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Foundation to
permit access by the Foundation to refurbish
the second floor of the Edith S. Hefter
Conference Center with a gift-in-kind valued at
approximately $300,000.
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UW System: Authority to Increase Project Budget for Hazardous
Waste Accumulation Facilities
Resolution 6419: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System,
authority be granted to increase the $1,408,000
project budget for the UW System Hazardous
Waste Accumulation Facilities by $546,000, for
a revised total project cost of $1,954,000 of
General Fund Supported Borrowing - Health,
Safety and Environment Funds.
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UW-Milwaukee: Authority to Rename University Commons
Presenting Resolution 6420, which had been unanimously approved
by the Committee, Regent Dreyfus indicated that the resolution was
being acted upon separately to call attention to the naming of the
commons after a man who was revered at UW-Milwaukee. The motion was
seconded by Regent Gundersen and carried unanimously.
Resolution 6420: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Milwaukee Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, authority be
granted to name the UW-Milwaukee University
Commons (the area between the Golda Meir
Library and the Student Union) "The Ernest
Spaights Plaza."
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UW-Madison: Authority to Enter into 20-Year Lease of Space for
Department of Family Medicine and Practice
Adoption of Resolution 6421, was moved by Regent Dreyfus and
seconded by Regent Barry.
Regent Gelatt expressed concern about the wisdom of signing a 20-
year lease with no way to buy out of the lease if needs change.
Vice President Brown noted that the lease is with a non-profit
501(3c) organization, which includes a majority of UW-Madison
representatives. The lease rate is low because of contributions made
by the Dean Clinic and Family Practice Program of about $800,000
toward the construction costs.
Regent Dreyfus inquired about whether there was the option of
subleasing the space if conditions should warrant, and Vice President
Brown said that would be a possibility.
Regent Krutsch noted that the area of family medicine is expected
to continue growing.
Regent Barry pointed out that the clinic is an important service
to the communities of Belleville and Verona. The facility is designed
to encompass growth to 25,000 patient visits from a present level of
10,000 and is on a site that will permit growth and expansion. He
thought the contributions from the two villages affected, majority
control by the University community, and involvement with a major
private clinic should argue in favor of approving the lease and
mitigate any risk of a 20-year horizon.
At the suggestion of Regent Gundersen, and with consent of the
mover and seconder, the resolution was amended to add provision for
subleasing to the lease agreement.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6421, as amended, was adopted
unanimously.
Resolution 6421: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-
Madison Chancellor and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, the following
authority be granted:
(a) to enter into a 20-year lease for
21,075 square feet (SF) of clinic space
at 700 West Verona Avenue in Verona for
the UW-Madison Medical School
Department of Family Medicine and
Practice.
Lessor:
Madison Family Residency Corporation
777 South Mills Street
Madison, WI 53715
The term of the lease will be for the period
beginning January 1, 1994 (or date of
occupancy) through December 31, 2014, with the
provision that an attempt be made to provide
for a sublease capability, at an initial
annual rental rate of $145,795 ($6.92/SF).
The rental rate is based upon actual costs of
construction, land, site work, demolition and
carrying costs. The base rental rate will
vary every three to five years depending upon
the best interest rate available at the time
of mortgage renewal. The lease will also
provide for a renewal option on an annual
basis from January 1, 2015. The terms of a
purchase option after Year 10 (2004) will be
negotiated and are not part of the proposed
lease.
The lessee is responsible for utility,
janitorial and maintenance services which are
estimated at an annual cost of $2.00/SF.
Rental payments will be provided from the
Department of Family Medicine and Practice
operating funds.
(b) to sell the existing Family Medicine
and Practice Clinic in Verona at or
above the average appraised value of
$419,500, and to apply the proceeds of
the sale to outstanding debt service in
accordance with the provisions of Sec.
13.48(14), Wis. Stats.
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Lease of System Administration Office Space
Regent Dreyfus presented Resolution 6422 which had been approved
unanimously by the Committee. Approved was a request to lease 42,500
square feet of office space for System Administration. The successful
proposal was submitted by the Alexander Company, which will provide
the space in a building to be constructed at 780 Regent Street,
Madison. The lease is for a 15-year term, from July 1, 1994, through
June 30, 2009. The lease includes options to purchase the building
prior to the start of construction at a price of $7,420,000, and after
construction and through the first five years of the lease, at a cost
of $7,500,000. For years six through ten, the building may be
purchased for $7,500,000, or the appraised value, whichever is
greater. After ten years, the state will be given a first right of
refusal for as long as the state has tenants in the building.
After discussion, the Committee concurred that the proposal
should improve the efficiency of System Administration operations by
bringing together staff and storage into two locations instead of the
current seven. The Committee endorsed the lease terms, but felt that
this project represents a unique opportunity to consolidate all System
Administration operations and that the possibility should be
investigated. Vice President Brown stated that the lease only
involves two floors of the three-floor building. If the third floor
were also rented by the state, it would be possible to accommodate all
of the System Administration functions now located in Van Hise Hall,
including the Board of Regents. The Committee considered it important
that this opportunity be pursued before the remaining floor is leased
to others.
Vice President Brown told the Committee the Department of
Administration had asked during negotiations whether there was
interest in total consolidation. However, because of the additional
lease costs, it was not felt this option could be considered. The
Committee felt the additional efficiencies that would achieved by
complete consolidation, plus the fact that UW-Madison would obtain
about 25,000 square feet of space in Van Hise Hall which could be
returned to academic use, could lead to an agreement that would
produce an offset by the Madison campus to some of the lease cost.
Other advantages would be improved access to parking at the new
facility and the value to other University of Wisconsin System
institutions of locating System Administration off the UW-Madison
Campus.
The revised resolution, which was approved unanimously by the
Committee, includes the directive that System Administration
investigate the possibility of consolidating all of System
Administration space in the new building.
It was moved by Regent Dreyfus and seconded by Regent Gundersen
that Resolution 6422 be adopted by the Board of Regents.
Regent Lyon noted that, although the past five years had seen a
reduction in enrollment at UW-Madison, there is a substantial increase
in space due to new construction. He asked if there had been a
thorough analysis of the square footage needed by UW-Madison and
whether leases for the space being vacated would be terminated.
Vice President Brown explained that the intention was for 25,000
square feet of space on Monroe Street to be occupied by UW-Madison
activities and perhaps by the UW Centers. Other spaces to be vacated
by System Administration on the UW-Madison campus--the Peterson
Building, the Bank Building and the Wisconsin Alumni Research
Foundation Building--also would be occupied by UW-Madison activities.
Currently, UW-Madison leases a large amount of space off campus. If
the System Administration space in Van Hise Hall were vacated, UW-
Madison probably would terminate some leases and move programs into
that building.
It was agreed by the mover and seconder of the motion that the
resolution be amended to ask for a complete report as to use of all
the space to be vacated by System Administration in order to
demonstrate full use of existing space before engaging in any further
leasing.
Put to a vote, Resolution 6422, was adopted, with Regent Davis
abstaining from the vote due to a relationship with the Alexander
Company.
Resolution 6422: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
Board of Regents grant authority to enter into
a lease agreement for approximately 42,500
assignable square feet of space located at 780
Regent Street, in Madison, to enable
consolidation of several UW System
Administration functions and meet other UW
System leased space needs.
Request System Administration staff to
investigate the possibility of moving all
System Administration operations to this
location, to bring it together, as an integral
unit.
Lessor: The Alexander Company, Inc.
660 West Washington Avenue, Suite 303
Madison, WI 53703
A complete report will be provided on the use
that will be made of the space to be vacated by
System Administration.
The proposed lease will provide 42,500
assignable square feet (ASF) of space on Floors
1 and 2 in a 76,800 square foot, three-story
building that will be constructed at the corner
of Regent and Murray Streets. Approximately
33,500 ASF will accommodate UW System
Administration staff, and other UW System
functions will be accommodated in the remaining
9,000 ASF.
The 15-year term of the proposed lease will be
for the period beginning July 1, 1994, or as
soon as occupancy can occur, through June 30,
2009. The rental rate for the first three
years of the lease will be fixed at an annual
cost of $567,375 ($13.35/SF). A fixed rental
rate increase of $.l5/SF will be incurred in
the fourth year and each year thereafter for
the remaining term of the lease.
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UW Centers: Annual Report on 1993 Budgets of Cities and Counties
Reporting presentation of this document to the Physical Planning
and Development Committee, Regent Dreyfus noted that UW Centers
facilities amount to about one million square feet in 80 buildings,
having a value of $125 million. City and county expenditures total
about $4 million annually.
It was moved by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Lyon, and
carried unanimously that a letter be sent to the cities and counties
expressing the Boards's great appreciation of their support for the UW
Centers.
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UW-Madison: Proposal for West Campus Medical School Facility
At the request of Regent Gundersen, President Steil advised the
Board that the Council of Trustees of the UW Hospital and Clinics had
heard a proposal by Medical School Dean Laurence Marton for
development of a west campus facility to include health sciences,
pharmacy, nursing, medical libraries, and ambulatory surgery. The
cost would be about $80 million. The Physical Planning and
Development Committee planned to tour the current Medical School
facilities to view the deficiencies reported by Dean Marton.
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REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
Regent Gelatt, Chair, presented the report.
Consent Agenda Items
Presenting Resolutions 6423-6425 which were unanimously approved
by the Business and Finance Committee, Regent Gelatt moved their
adoption as consent agenda items by the Board of Regents. The motion
was seconded by Regent Hirsch and carried unanimously.
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Approval of 1993-94 Annual Operating Budget Allocation Decision
Rules
Resolution 6423: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Board
of Regents approves the 1993-94 annual budget
allocation decision rules.
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1993-94 Quality Reinvestment Report
Resolution 6424: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the
Board of Regents accepts the report of the
1993-94 Quality Reinvestment Plan (Report on
Base Resources) and authorizes its transmittal
to the Governor and Joint Committee on Finance
as directed by section 36.47, of the Wisconsin
Statutes.
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Review of Regent Policy and Direct Sales of Computers
Resolution 6425: That, upon the recommendation of the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, Board of
Regents Resolution 3788, dated May 1987, be
rescinded and that Resolutions 5153 and 5404 be
the sole policy of the University of Wisconsin
System for dealing with unfair competition
issues.
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1993-94 Annual Operating Budget Preview
Associate Vice President Sell provided the Committee with a
preview of the annual operating budget to be presented to the Board at
the July meeting. Approval of the annual operating budget entails
acting on the following items: 1) The allocation to the institutions
of new GPR fee funds, of which about nine percent is for new
initiatives. Of the remainder, more than half is for cost to continue
items (debt service, utilities, and fringe benefits), and the rest is
for compensation. 2) The proposed tuition schedule, which is set
within the confines of the legislatively approved budget and any
needed additions for unanticipated fringe benefit costs. 3) The rates
for segregated fees, room and board, parking, and the hospital. 4) A
projection of additional program revenue and federal funding, which
the Department of Administration can later adjust to actually received
levels.
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Background Paper on Auxiliary Operations and Non-academic Fees at
UW Institutions
This paper, presented to the Committee by Vice President
Marnocha, provided information on auxiliary operations and the non-
academic fees that support those operations, including residence hall
room rates, meal plan rates, segregated fees, and textbook rental
fees. The purpose of the report was to explain the factors that have
led to the current rate structure, and to allow the Board to make
better-informed decisions on the auxiliary section of the annual
budget.
The report pointed out a wide variation in the cost of meal plans
on different campuses, as well as a broad spectrum of room rates at
different institutions. The Committee noted that the rate of increase
of some of these fees is greater than the rate of increase of tuition
over the past five years.
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Management Information Systems Annual Report
Senior Consultant Hogue presented to the Committee the Fifth
Annual Report on Administrative Computing Activities and Strategic
Planning. In June 1993, the Business and Finance Committee had
recommended five information technology goals to increase
standardization and compatibility among institutions. Much of this
year's report on activity in that direction was based on the work of
the UW Information Technology Management Council, institutional chief
information officers and computer center directors. A revised
systemwide information technology strategic plan will be brought to
the Board in the fall. UW-Platteville Assistant Vice Chancellor David
Hart explained the strategic plan for instructional technology at UW-
Platteville. The planning process involved students, faculty, and
administration, with the goal of increasing the resources available to
all of these groups. The resulting plan advocates migration from a
centralized to a distributed network-based information system.
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UW-Milwaukee Presentation: Cost Reduction/Quality Improvement
Chancellor Schroeder presented cost reduction and quality
improvement projects that had been implemented during the past year at
UW-Milwaukee. Significant savings have been realized in hazardous
waste disposal costs and reduced purchase of new solvents by
purchasing equipment to distill spent solvents and reuse them. The
initial cost of the stills and the labor to operate them was more than
recovered during the first year of operation. Improvements in the
chilled water system, through investment of $6,000 for a decoupling
valve, produced a cost savings of approximately $50,000 in last year's
cooling season. Installation of energy-efficient fluorescent fixtures
in all buildings is under way, at a cost of $1.6 million. It will
save almost $.5 million a year and achieve a 3.4-year payback.
Carole Allen, Director of Information Services, Linda Levenhagen,
Manager of Telecommunications, and Mary Roggemann, Director of
Financial Aid, provided an overview of the pilot Voice Information
Processing Project and its impact on students. The project has
allowed UW-Milwaukee to serve more students and provide them with
easier access to needed information by using an automated voice
response telephone system.
The Committee lauded the efforts at UW-Milwaukee to save costs
and encouraged other UW institutions to pursue these types of
initiatives.
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Annual Report on Financial Condition of UW-Madison
Intercollegiate Athletics
UW-Madison Athletic Director Pat Richter and Athletic Board Chair
James Hoyt presented the Annual Report on the Financial Condition of
UW-Madison Intercollegiate Athletics. It is anticipated that the
remaining $680,000 deficit will be reduced by at least $400,000 this
year, leaving a deficit of less than $300,000. The 1993-94 budget for
the division anticipates a surplus of $300,000 next year, which means
that the deficit should be paid off by the end of next year. The
backlog of major deferred maintenance projects has been nearly
eliminated with the completion of Camp Randall, Fieldhouse, and
McClimon Track projects, the office and locker room remodeling
projects, and projects to be completed next year, including structural
repairs and bench replacement at the Stadium. With elimination of the
deficit, any surplus in the next year and in the immediate future will
be committed by the division to build a $1 million operating reserve.
Regents expressed their approval of the success that has been achieved
in addressing the deficit. Questions were raised on a variety of
topics, including bowl income, the golf course, gender equity, gift
revenue, and the mascot issue.
In discussion at the Board meeting, Regent Davis asked whether
the Committee planned to lessen its oversight of UW-Madison
intercollegiate athletics, given the improvement in the program's
financial condition.
Regent Gelatt replied that the level of oversight will be
lessened when the $1 million reserve is achieved.
Regent Nicholas commented that there is good reason to feel
optimistic about the continued progress of the Division of
Intercollegiate Athletics.
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Report of the Vice President
Gifts, grants and contracts
Vice President Marnocha reported to the Committee that total
gifts, grants, and contracts for the eleven-month period ended May 14,
1993, were $485 million, an increase of $29.3 million over the
previous year. Federal awards accounted for $9.7 million of the
increase, while non-federal awards increased by $19.6 million.
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REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Regent Davis, Chair, presented the Committee's report.
Consent Agenda Items
Presenting Resolutions 6426 through 6438, Regent Davis moved
their adoption by the Board of Regents as consent agenda items. The
motion was seconded by Regent Krutsch and carried unanimously.
Revisions to Personnel Rules, UW System
Resolution 6426: That, upon recommendation of the respective
Chancellors and the President of the University
of Wisconsin System, revisions to the following
Faculty Personnel Rules be approved:
Creation of UWL 3.08(7), UW-La Crosse Faculty
Personnel Rules;
Creation of UWSP 3.08m, UW-Stevens Point
Faculty Personnel Rules;
Amendment to Chapter III (5), creation of
Chapter III (7), renumber current (7) as (8),
UW-Whitewater Faculty Personnel Rules;
Amendment to s. 6.02, Constitution of the UW
Centers;
Amendment to UWEX 3.04, UW-Extension Faculty
Policies and Procedures.
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Authorization to Recruit: Chancellor, UW Parkside
Resolution 6427: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Board
of Regents approves the Request for
Authorization to Recruit for a Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.
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Wisconsin Distinguished Professor, UW-Milwaukee
Resolution 6428: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, S. H. Chan be reappointed Wisconsin
Distinguished Professor, College of Engineering
and Applied Science, University of Wisconsin-
Milwaukee, for the period January 1, 1994
through December 31, 1998.
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Named Professors, UW-Stout
Resolution 6429: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Stout and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the following University of Wisconsin-
Stout faculty members be designated as Dahlgren
Professors for the period 1993-95:
Rita Mahan Christoffersen, Professor,
Department of Apparel, Textiles and Design,
School of Home Economics;
Thomas E. Franklin, Professor, Department of
Psychology, School of Education and Human
Services.
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Named Professors, UW-Madison
Resolution 6430: 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 Stewart
Macaulay be changed to Theodore W. Brazeau
Professor of Law, Law School, UW-Madison,
effective July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6431: 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 June Weisberger
be changed to Nathan P. Feinsinger Chair in
Labor Law, Law School, UW-Madison, effective
July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6432: 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 Joseph R. Thome
be changed to Foley and Lardner-Bascom
Professor, Law School, UW-Madison, effective
July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6433: 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 Werner DeBondt
be changed to Graner Professor of Investment
Management, School of Business, UW-Madison,
effective July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6434: 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 John A. Kidwell
be changed to the Haight-Bascom Professorship,
Law School, UW-Madison, effective July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6435: 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 James O. Bailey be
changed to Halls-Bascom Professor, Department
of Slavic Languages, College of Letters and
Science, UW-Madison, effective July 1, 1993;
the status of Professor Brian Dutton be changed
to Halls-Bascom Professor, Department of
Spanish and Portuguese, College of Letters and
Science, UW-Madison, effective July 1, 1993;
the status of Professor Barry B. Powell be
changed to Halls-Bascom Professor, Department
of Classics, College of Letters and Science,
UW-Madison, effective July 1, 1993;
the status of Professor Ronald Wallace be
changed to Halls-Bascom Professor, Department
of English, College of Letters and Science, UW-
Madison, effective July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6436: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System,
the status of Associate Professor Emanuel Adler
be changed to Glen B. and Cleone Orr Hawkins
Professor, Department of Political Science,
College of Letters and Science, UW-Madison,
effective July 1, 1993;
the status of Professor Graham K. Wilson be
changed to Glen B. and Cleone Orr Hawkins
Professor, Department of Political Science,
College of Letters and Science, UW-Madison,
effective July 1, 1993;
T. J. Pempel be appointed Glen B. and Cleone
Orr Hawkins Professor, Department of Political
Science, College of Letters and Science, UW-
Madison, effective August 23, 1993.
Resolution 6437: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, the status of Howard S. Erlanger be
changed to William Voss-Bascom Professor, Law
School, UW-Madison, effective July 1, 1993.
Resolution 6438: 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 David Sorkin,
Department of History, be changed to Frances
and Laurence Weinstein Chair in Modern Jewish
History and Thought, College of Letters and
Science, retroactive to August 24, 1992.
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Report on Promotions, Tenure Designations, and Related Academic
Approval Items
Regent Davis reported that 242 individuals, 37 percent of whom
are women, were recommended for promotion and tenure during this
annual budget cycle. Each chancellor has certified that teaching
ability is a major component of the review for tenure and that either
the chancellor or vice chancellor has personally reviewed the
candidates with special emphasis on teaching.
Adoption by the Board of Regents of the following resolution,
which was approved unanimously by the Committee, was moved by Regent
Davis and seconded by Regent Krutsch:
Resolution 6439: That, upon recommendation of the respective
Chancellors and the President of the University
of Wisconsin System, the 1993-94 tenure
designation and new tenured appointments,
reported in the attached materials by
institutions, be approved.
Regent Gelatt asked if promotion decisions also include a
component of teaching excellence. President Lyall said that is true
for promotions from assistant to associate professor, which in almost
all cases is a tenure decision as well.
While he agreed with the emphasis on teaching, Regent Dreyfus
cautioned against precluding promotion or tenure for an individual who
is a great researcher but not an excellent teacher. Outstanding
researchers, he pointed out, are those who produce the knowledge that
others will teach.
Regent Hirsch requested an explanation of the difference in
practice between UW-Madison, which always promotes from assistant to
associate professor when granting tenure, and the comprehensive
universities which do not always employ that practice.
Regent Davis explained that there were about 20 promotions to
assistant professor with tenure, all at the comprehensive
universities. While performance of teaching, research and public
service were sufficient to merit tenure in all cases, there was desire
in some case for more focus on scholarship before promotion to the
associate professor level.
Because of UW-Madison's mission, Senior Vice President Portch
added, scholarship would have to be at the level required for
promotion before tenure is granted.
Regent Dreyfus explained that the difference in practice is
attributable in part to the different traditions among the
institutions. At the former state teachers colleges, tenure was
awarded by statute after seven years of service, regardless of rank.
At UW-Madison, the tradition has been for faculty members who are
granted tenure also to be granted the rank of associate or full
professor.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6439 was adopted unanimously.
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Emeritus and Distinguished Service Designations
Presenting Resolution 6440, which was approved unanimously by the
Education Committee, Regent Davis reported that the 199 individuals
being granted emeritus status have served the university for a total
of 5,288 years.
It was moved by Regent Davis and seconded by Regent Krutsch that
the following resolution be adopted by the Board of Regents.
Resolution 6440: That, for their many years of dedicated service
to public higher education in the state of
Wisconsin, the Board of Regents expresses its
deep appreciation to the members of the faculty
and staff who have been granted emeritus status
and distinguished service designations by the
Chancellors; further, the Board of Regents
extends to each of them its best wishes for
many productive years ahead.
In response to a question by Regent Lubar, President Lyall
explained that granting of emeritus status is primarily honorary but
also includes certain privileges, as determined by each institution,
such as library privileges, office space, or secretarial assistance.
Most faculty, she observed, value the honor above any accompanying
privileges. Emeritus status is awarded only upon retirement.
Put to the vote, Resolution 6440 was adopted unanimously.
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UW-Milwaukee Presentation: Center for International Studies
Regent Davis reported that the Committee heard an excellent
presentation by UW-Milwaukee Professor Mark Tessler on the Center for
International Studies. The Center is an impressive example, he
remarked, not only of academic excellence, but of the ability to
leverage matching funds and also manage quality reinvestment to create
true excellence.
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UW Centers North Central Accreditation Report
Reporting to the Education Committee on the UW Centers' recent
reaccreditation for the maximum ten-year period by the North Central
Association, Chancellor Grugel summarized the strengths of the
institution, as identified by the visiting accreditation team. The
team also identified three areas of concern and asked for interim
reports by December 1995 on the following subjects: student
assessment and outcomes; systematic Centers-wide planning; and the
allocation of resources. While the deadline for reporting to the
North Central Association is December 1995, the Education Committee
asked that progress be made at a more accelerated schedule.
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Competency-Based Admissions: The Wisconsin Model
The Education Committee discussed a paper on competency-based
admissions containing recommendations by a task force which had been
established to consider this matter. It was noted that many school
districts in the state are developing innovative ways of teaching and
learning, which do not always fit with the Carnegie unit approach.
The task force report recommends that a competency-based pilot
admissions policy be developed as a supplement to the existing UW
System admissions policy. Senior Vice President Portch stated that
the most important reason for the UW System to consider an alternative
admissions policy is to encourage the curricular restructuring and
reform, including the tech prep program, that is being implemented in
the K-12 schools. In this way, the university can be a partner rather
than an impediment to the reform movement.
In extensive discussion, Regents agreed that it is important to
encourage reform at the K-12 level and that there is much to be gained
from the faculty specifying competencies. There were a number of
questions, such as whether the student profiles will be standardized,
how competencies will be measured, what will be the role of ACT and
other test scores, and what the possible focus of energies will be in
the high schools.
Task Force Chair Howard Cohen, of UW-Parkside, and Debra Larson,
Curriculum Director for the McFarland School District, shared their
perspectives with the Committee. It was stressed that the purpose of
a pilot project is to get answers to questions that are raised.
Because the UW System is a national leader in the areas of competency-
based admissions, it is not possible to look to the experience of
other states for those answers.
Adoption by the Board of the following resolution, which was
unanimously approved the Education Committee, was moved by Regent
Davis and seconded by Regent Krutsch:
Resolution 6441: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Board
of Regents endorses the development of a pilot
competency-based admissions policy as a
supplement to the University of Wisconsin
System Freshman Admissions Policy (Regent
Policy Document 72-11, as amended).
In response to the question by Regent Gundersen, Senior Vice
President Portch noted that the new UW System admission standards
require 17 Carnegie units, each of which is defined as a year's study,
in six areas. Under the competency-based approach, the requirement
for knowledge is those areas would not change, but would be defined in
terms of competency instead of in terms of attendance for a year in a
given course.
Replying to a question by Regent Barry, Dr. Portch explained
that, because the competency-based approach is so new, it is
considered best to try it first on a small scale. The 17-unit
requirement will go into place, but concurrently there will be testing
to see if a competency-based approach ultimately could be used as a
supplement on a systemwide basis.
Regent Davis pointed out that the intent is not to be a barrier
to innovation already taking place in the K-12 system. While the
pilot is being developed, the capability will be maintained to
evaluate students coming through other innovative programs. The
capacity does not exist at this time, however, to do that evaluation
for all students.
As a member of the VTAE Board, Regent Barry noted the large
amount of resources in the VTAE System going into remedial English and
mathematics--as high as 50 percent of total resources. He thought
competency-based admission standards will be used increasingly in the
VTAE System to help students understand what is expected and to hold
down costs. He suggested that there be a report covering all K-12
school districts on how their students perform when they enter the
postsecondary level, in terms of what proportion of their graduates
need remedial education.
Senior Vice President Portch cited a current cooperative venture
with DPI and ACT, in which UW institutions provide school districts
with the grade point average of their graduates. In the competency
area, the hope would be to show school districts how their students
are doing in each of the competency areas.
Regent Davis noted that a competency-based approach offers
opportunity for students who decide to transfer to the university from
a technical program to demonstrate competence instead of having to
accumulate a fixed number of Carnegie units.
Senior Vice President Portch added that it might be advisable to
include in the pilot a school not involved in restructuring, along
with schools that are restructuring, in order to test results from
both kinds of settings.
Noting that he had served in 1990 on the Commission on Schools
for the 21st Century, Regent Hirsch recalled that one of the
Commission's key recommendations was to move toward an outcome-based
education system. The recommendations included areas of competencies
and what to look for in each area. He suggested that the Commission's
report be reviewed in light of the proposed pilot program.
Regent Gelatt asked if it could be assumed that the competency
levels would be set sufficiently high so that those admitted would not
require remedial courses.
Senior Vice President Portch replied that one of the goals of
this approach is to reduce significantly the need for remedial
education. However, questions remain which cannot be answered until
the pilot project is conducted.
In response to a question by Regent Nicholas, Dr. Portch
indicated that class rank, along with ACT scores, will continue to be
significant factors in admission. Some schools, however, are moving
away from class rank, along with moving away from Carnegie units. A
competency-based approach would allow judgments between students to be
made in situations when class rank does not apply.
Regent Davis emphasized that the intention is for competency-
based admissions to supplement the admission policy, not to substitute
for it.
Regent Krutsch noted that the Education Committee had serious
questions about how this approach would proceed. However, the
Committee considered it important to go forward, in order not to
impede the progress of schools that are innovating and in order to
specify competencies. She said it is much more important, for
example, to know that a student can write well than to know that the
student took four years of English. One of the areas of concern is
that certification of competencies would rest with the high schools.
That, along with other concerns, will be looked at as the process
proceeds.
Regent Budzinski questioned the wisdom of innovating at the K-12
level without assurance that students would be better educated. He
felt the system is not working well and that it is best to concentrate
on basics than to experiment.
The question was put on Resolution 6441, and it was adopted
unanimously.
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Enrollment Management III Planning for 1995 to 2000
Academic Restructuring: Partners in the Process
Continuing monthly discussion of topics related to enrollment
management planning for 1995 to 2000, the Education Committee reviewed
a Working Paper on Academic Restructuring. It was noted by Senior
Vice President Portch that many such activities are currently taking
place at the institutions and that the focus of activity will remain
at the campus. The idea is to forge a partnership which will bring
systemwide and statewide needs and concerns, along with regional and
cooperative program possibilities, to the attention of the
institutions as part of their campus planning.
In Committee discussion, Regent Krutsch stated that she is
impressed with the concept because it takes advantage of the strengths
of the System and yet has each campus as the prime player in the
design of its future. She asked why this proposal will make it more
likely for some of the activities described to occur. In response,
Senior Vice President Portch noted that, if the System does not
dictate specific products, but instead sets performance parameters,
campuses will be more likely to take ownership of the process and the
product. Therefore, the changes are more likely to be sustained.
Testimony was received from Gloria Toivola, President of TAUWP,
who raised some concerns about this approach. The Chair pointed out
that more specific outlines of the partnership will be provided in
November and will address the balance in the roles of System
Administration and the institutions.
Adoption by the Board of the following resolution, which was
approved unanimously by the Education Committee, was moved by Regent
Davis, seconded by Regent Grebe, and carried unanimously:
Resolution 6442: That, upon recommendation of the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Board
of Regents endorses the concept of Working
Paper No. 7, "University of Wisconsin System
and University Planning for New Needs:
Partners in the Process."
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ELECTION OF OFFICERS OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS
President of the Board
Regent Lyon nominated Regent Steil for reelection as President of
the Board of Regents, citing the fairness with which he conducted
leadership of the Board and his excellent record in providing
representation on behalf of the Board.
The nomination was seconded by Regent Lubar, and Regent Steil was
reelected unanimously.
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Vice President of the Board
Regent Nicholas stated his appreciation for having been elected
Vice President of the Board for the past three years and for having
served with two excellent Regent Presidents, Regent Lyon and Regent
Steil.
Advising the Board of his decision to step aside at this time,
Regent Nicholas nominated Regent Grebe for the position of Vice
President of the Board and cited his well-known accomplishments as an
outstanding lawyer and leader.
The nomination was seconded by Regent Dreyfus, and Regent Grebe
was unanimously elected Vice President of the Board.
Regent President Steil expressed appreciation to Regent Nicholas
for the fine service he had rendered as Vice President for the past
three years.
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Secretary of the Board
Upon nomination by Regent Davis, seconded by Regent Gundersen,
Judith Temby was unanimously reelected Secretary of the Board of
Regents.
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Assistant Secretary; Trust Officer; Assistant Trust Officers
Upon nomination by Regent Lubar, the following officers of the
Board were reelected unanimously: Marlene Alsmo as Assistant
Secretary; Raymond Marnocha as Trust Officer; and Charles Stathas and
David Konshak as Assistant Trust Officers.
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ADDITIONAL RESOLUTION
Resolution of Appreciation to UW-Milwaukee
The following resolution, presented by Regent Hempel, was adopted
by the Board of Regents by acclamation and with an ovation.
Resolution 6443: Whereas, the Board of Regents is very pleased
to have had the opportunity to hold its June
1993 meeting at the University of Wisconsin-
Milwaukee; and
Whereas, this visit has been enriched by the
special presentations made to the Business and
Finance Committee on Cost Reduction and Quality
Improvement; to the Education Committee on the
Center for International Studies; and to the
full Board on the Jason Project; and
Whereas, the gracious hospitality and warm
welcome extended by the UW-Milwaukee community
is very much appreciated;
Therefore, be it resolved that the Board of
Regents expresses its gratitude to Chancellor
and Mrs. Schroeder and to all those involved in
making this visit so interesting and enjoyable
an occasion.
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At 11:45 a.m., the following resolution, moved by Regent Grebe
and seconded by Regent Gelatt was adopted unanimously on a roll-call
vote, with Regents Barry, Budzinski, Davis, Dreyfus, Gelatt, Grebe,
Gundersen, Hempel, Hirsch, Lubar, Lyon, Nicholas, and Steil (13)
voting in the affirmative. There were not dissenting votes and no
abstentions.
Resolution 6444: That the Board of Regents recess into closed
session to consider personnel matters, as
permitted by s.19.85(1)(c), Wis Stats.,
including annual evaluations and possible
action on appointments of Chancellor,UW-
Madison, Vice Chancellor, UW Centers, and Dean,
UW Center-Fox Valley; to consider personal
histories related to naming two rooms in the
UW-Whitewater Multi-Purpose Auditorium, 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 12:35 p.m., at which time
the meeting was adjourned. Adoption of the following resolutions was
announced:
Appointment of Dean, UW Center-Fox Valley
Resolution 6445: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin Centers and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, James W. Perry be appointed Dean of the
University of Wisconsin Center-Fox Valley and
Associate Professor of Biology, with tenure,
effective August 1993, at an annual salary of
$60,000.
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Appointment of Vice Chancellor, UW Centers
Resolution 6446: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin Centers and the
President of the University of Wisconsin
System, Marie Wunsch be appointed Vice
Chancellor and Associate Professor of English,
with tenure, University of Wisconsin Centers,
effective August 1993, at an annual salary of
$88,000.
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Appointment of Chancellor, UW-Madison
Resolution 6447: That, upon the recommendation of the Special
Regent Committee and the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, David Ward be
appointed Chancellor of the University of
Wisconsin-Madison, effective June 4, 1993, at
an annual salary of $121,050.
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Judith A. Temby,
Secretary
July 7, 1993 |