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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
of the
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
Madison, Wisconsin
Held in 1820 Van Hise Hall
Friday, July 14, 1995
9:04 a.m.
- President Grebe presiding -
PRESENT: Regents Benson, Brown, Dreyfus, Gelatt, Grebe, Hempel, James,
Krutsch, Lubar, MacNeil, Orr, Randall, Schilling, Smith and Steil
ABSENT: Regents Barry and Budzinski
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion by Regent Dreyfus, seconded by Regent Schilling, minutes of
the meeting of the Board of Regents held on June 9, 1995, were unanimously
approved as distributed.
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Reports of the President of the Board, President of the System,
Executive Committee, Education Committee,
Physical Planning and Development Committee,
Business and Finance Committee follow this docoment
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ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
The Board of Regents recessed for 10 minutes, reconvening at 10:30 a.m.,
at which time Regent Lubar read Resolution 6997 and moved its adoption by the
Board of Regents. The motion was seconded by Regent Steil and was adopted on
a unanimous roll call vote, with Regents Benson, Brown, Dreyfus, Gelatt,
Grebe, Hempel, Krutsch, Lubar, MacNeil, Orr, Randall, Schilling, Smith and
Steil (14) voting in the affirmative. There were no dissenting votes and no
abstentions.
Resolution 6997: That the Board of Regents recess into closed session
to consider a matter related to annual evaluations, a
salary adjustment above the Group Six Maximum, UW-
Extension, authorization to offer a salary that
exceeds the approved range to a specific individual,
Medical School, UW-Madison, as permitted by
s.19.85(1)(c), Wis. Stats.; for purposes of
negotiating the acquisition of property by UW-Madison,
as permitted by s.19.85(1)(e), Wis. Stats.; to
consider appointments to the UW-Milwaukee, UW-
Whitewater, and UW-Centers Boards of Visitors, to
consider naming a room and theater after a person, UW-
Whitewater, and to consider whether to grant a request
for review of a complaint against faculty members, all
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.
REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
Welcome to Regent Brigit Brown
President Grebe began his report by welcoming the new student Regent,
Brigit E. Brown of UW-LaCrosse, where she is a student majoring in Economics.
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Farewell to Regent Paul R. Schilling
As Regent Grebe called on Regent Gelatt to read Resolution 6970, he
noted that, in a time when it hasn't always been popular to really care, he
had found it to be a pleasure to serve with Regent Paul Schilling who "clearly
cares deeply about the institution." Regent Gelatt then read the following
Resolution of appreciation.
Resolution of appreciation: Paul R. Schilling
Resolution 6970: Whereas, Paul R. Schilling has completed 14 years of
distinguished service and leadership as a Regent of
the University of Wisconsin System; and
Whereas, Regent Schilling held the office of President
of the Board from 1988-1990, Vice President of the
Board from 1986-1988, and Chair of the Education
Committee from 1982-1985; and
Whereas, among the most significant accomplishments
achieved with his leadership was implementation of
Planning the Future, the Regents' strategic plan which
set forth the policy of enrollment management and
other policies which have been of critical importance
in safeguarding and enhancing the quality of the UW
System; and
Whereas, other important achievements he was
instrumental in advancing include the Joint Statement
of Principles to increase transfer opportunities
between the UW institutions and Wisconsin technical
colleges; improvements in credit transfer from UW
Centers to other UW institutions; and adoption of
policies on licensing and on competition with the
private sector; and
Whereas, his counsel has been sought and valued by
Regents, Chancellors, and System Presidents, for his
clear view of shared governance in a public university
system; and
Whereas, the wealth of knowledge and experience he
brought to the Board and the immense amount of time
and energy he has devoted to Regent responsibilities
during his 14-year tenure represent a standard of
highest quality in public service and university
governance;
Therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Regents of
the University of Wisconsin System hereby commends
Paul Schilling for the exceptional service he has
rendered to the UW System and the people of Wisconsin;
and
Be it further resolved that, with great appreciation
for the excellent leadership he has provided and the
significant contributions he has made to public higher
education in Wisconsin, the Board of Regents grants to
Paul Schilling the status and title of Regent
Emeritus.
Resolution 6970 was seconded by Regent Dreyfus, and was adopted unanimously
with a show of applause.
Regent Schilling thanked the Board, and graciously acknowledged the
contributions and support of his wife, Carol, and his family. While saying a
few words about the institution, the people, the future and the Board, he
stated that the University of Wisconsin is "the State's greatest treasure,"
and praised the wisdom of the forefathers and mothers who devoted their scarce
resources to build "one of the best institutions of public higher education in
the world." He noted that no other single institution has greater positive
impact on Wisconsin families, and cited his own family's connection to the UW
System as a good example of UW's institutions having educated a whole
generation. Noting that his family in not an exception, he suggested that
"it's the rule that Wisconsin's citizens expect and get quality higher
education at all levels." Citing Regent Lubar's observation about the
dramatic impact this institution has on economic development--both in
preserving current resources and building a future--Regent Schilling stated
that he believes "no institution contributes more to the economic well-being
of Wisconsin," and that it is a "treasure" that needs to be carefully guarded.
Observing that there were many people about whom he could talk fondly
and with great admiration, Regent Schilling singled out President Lyall, who
had impressed him early in her tenure as an Academic Vice President "full of
ideas and with great courage." He noted that she has been an inspiration and
is an outstanding System President. Regent Schilling also noted the
contribution of Jude Temby, whom he described as a "walking history of this
institution" and an asset to the system.
In regard to the future of the University System, Regent Schilling
reminded his audience that since 1981 GPR support for the System has dropped
from 43% to 34% as a result of the serious competition for funding. With the
reduction in State support, tuition has increased 166% since 1981, and student
contribution to cost of instruction has risen from approximately 25% to 33% or
34%--and resources may decrease more in the next biennium. In view of these
figures, Regent Schilling commended Regent Grebe for developing a means of
planning for the future. He urged the Board to continue to resist making
across the board cuts, citing them as "the clear route to mediocrity."
Instead, he suggested that the Board of Regents should study its resources,
make the cuts that are necessary, and make them in a way that the public is
aware of them. Citing enrollment management as a "bold" example of this
approach, Regent Schilling stated that "one of the worst things this
institution could do is gradually reduce its effort without people being aware
that the quality is going and that the quantity is going." He noted that he
was confident that with the input and leadership of President Lyall and the
Chancellors, the Board would be able to make the right policy decisions.
Regent Schilling concluded his remarks by observing the temptation to
"manage rather than make policy" as a member of the Board of Regents.
Suggesting that a strong Board is essential and that, while this Board has
become stronger and stronger, they have also instilled discipline in
themselves and on the institution to allow the managers to manage. He cited
the advice regarding Regent conduct given to him by UW System Regent Mary
Williams: "Ask plain English questions and demand plain English answers." On
this note, Regent Schilling thanked the Board of Regents for the honor of
serving with them.
Regent Dreyfus observed that perhaps the greatest impact of Regent
Schilling occurred when he was a junior and senior at UW-Stevens Point. He
credited Student Government President Paul Schilling for the legacy of
responsible student involvement that led to statutory student participation in
shared governance.
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Farewell to Chancellor Betty J. Youngblood, UW-Superior
Regent Grebe called upon Regent Krutsch to read Resolution 6971.
Resolution of appreciation: Betty J. Youngblood
Resolution 6971: Whereas, Betty J. Youngblood has served the University
of Wisconsin-Superior and the citizens and communities
of northern Wisconsin with dedication, energy,
intelligence, and creativity as chancellor since May
of 1992; and
Whereas, she has been instrumental in demonstrating to
Superior and northern Wisconsin what a powerful and
useful resource the University is; and
Whereas, these efforts have included reaching out,
throughout the community and region, to establish new
partnerships--and friendships--that have enhanced the
university's ability to meet local needs and build
public support; and
Whereas, she also has worked tirelessly to nurture and
build continued quality and visibility in
undergraduate programs, as set forth in the Superior
Plan and as embodied in UW-Superior's select mission;
and
Whereas, under her care and attention, UW-Superior
emerged from its 1993 centennial with a focused,
strategic plan to maintain quality in established
programs and build success in emerging areas of
student and marketplace demand; and
Whereas, she is now forsaking the frigid blessings of
northern Wisconsin winters to become president of
Western Oregon State College; and
Therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Regents of
the University of Wisconsin System, on behalf of the
people of the state, extends sincere appreciation and
best wishes to Betty J. Youngblood upon her departure;
with gratitude for her five years of UW System
service, her advocacy on behalf of students, faculty
and staff, and her commendable spirit of goodwill.
Regent Lubar seconded the resolution, which was adopted unanimously with a
show of applause. Chancellor Youngblood briefly thanked the Board of Regents,
President Lyall, the System administrators, her chancellor colleagues, and the
campus community in Superior for the opportunity to have served in the
University of Wisconsin System, as well as for their assistance and support.
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Report of the Regent Member of the Educational Communications Board
Pointing out a report which had been provided to the Regents by Regent
Gelatt, Regent Grebe asked if he had any comments to add. Regent Gelatt
stated that the Educational Communications Board "is not favorably disposed"
to suggestions of combination as the process continues. He suggested that the
representatives to the study committee from the Board of Regents could be
appointed this summer.
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Legislative Report
There was no written Legislative Report submitted, and Regent Grebe
invited Vice President Olien to provide an oral report. Vice President Olien
noted that the adjournment of the Legislature allowed him to comment on the
future and the process that evolved, as well as to acknowledge the people (in
addition to System and campus legislative liaisons) who worked on the
challenging budget. Noting that the budget still contains significant
challenges, Vice President Olien observed that it is the result of a public
decision-making process that reflected the partnership between the University
of Wisconsin System and elected officials in this state. He suggested that
one important outcome of this session was a new spirit of cooperation that
emerged during the legislative session. He credited many individuals and
their efforts with the creation of this new spirit: bi-partisan Legislative
leaders, the Co-Chairs of the Joint Finance Committee and other committee
members, the Chairs of the two education committees, legislators representing
communities both near and far from UW institutions, President Lyall, the
Chancellors, the Board of Regents, the state's business community, campus
alumni and friends of the UW. He also recognized Governor Thompson's support
of this budget, as well as his advocacy of preserving a quality UW hospital
and clinics. In particular, he noted that the UW System Chancellors worked
for over a year before the final budget decisions, hosting over a hundred
legislative visits and sharing their excitement for campus developments with
legislators. The ability of the Chancellors to allow legislators to observe
the impact of various alternatives on students meant that decisions were made
based on real people rather than on statistics.
Conceding that challenges still remain before the UW System, Vice
President Olien stated that "the doors downtown are open, a civic, civil, and
healthy dialogue has begun in the very best traditions of good government."
He noted that this dialogue will be important in the next biennium, as UW-
System works to see that the reductions in this budget are not repeated.
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Board of Regents Meeting, August 24, 1995
Regent Grebe reported that there will be a meeting of the Board of
Regents in Madison on the afternoon of Thursday, August 24th. The focus of
the meeting will be on the plan to implement budget reductions which must be
submitted to the Joint Finance Committee by September 1, 1995. While other
business will be accomplished, the meeting will be devoted to consideration of
the budget cuts. Regent Grebe then announced the beginning of a Board
exercise on planning for the UW System in the 21st Century, in which many
members of the Board of Regents had expressed a keen interest. Given the
knowledge of the biennial budget, Regent Grebe cited the need to begin a
planning exercise in order to anticipate what the UW-System will look like in
the 21st Century. He carefully pointed out that this exercise is not being
undertaken because the system is flawed; rather, he cited the leadership of
the System President and the Chancellors for maintaining the quality, access
and affordability of the UW-System during a decade of extraordinary change.
Regent Grebe expressed his desire to "parallel" the Strategic Planning
Exercise undertaken 10 years ago in the form of a Board planning exercise
(rather than a Systemwide long-range planning effort involving the entire
institution) which would begin at the August meeting. It would be a "very
focussed" exercise by the Board of Regents (with full participation of
President Lyall and the Chancellors), and would involve examining key issues,
establishing strategic guidelines and making recommendations to help guide the
institution and System for several years in the future.
Regent Grebe suggested that the August meeting begin at noon with a
round-table session consisting of the Board, the Chancellors and President
Lyall, to address the exercise and the issues upon which they should focus.
He expressed his preference for a short list (6,8 or 10 items) of key issues,
and focus on one of them at each meeting during the coming year, using
Thursday afternoons for planning and Friday for regular Board and Committee
meetings.
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Departure of Victor Ponelis, Research Assistant
Regent Grebe concluded his report by acknowledging the departure of the
Board's Research Assistant, Victor Ponelis. On behalf of the Board of
Regents, Regent Grebe expressed great appreciation for the conscientious
attitude and good work of Mr. Ponelis, and added that the Board is "sorry to
see him leave." The Board endorsed these comments with a show of applause.
Regent Grebe continued by stating that the Research Assistant position
had been eliminated under the 1995-97 budget, and noted that the departure of
Mr. Ponelis represents the inevitable human aspects of the decisions made by
the Board and other decision makers in the State. He observed that such
decisions made in the System have an impact on the lives of the people who
participate in the System, and stressed that the Board understands this
impact, and empathizes both with the decisions makers who have to make
difficult decisions as well as with the people who are affected by those
decisions.
REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM
Departures and Arrivals
President Lyall began her report by thanking Regent Schilling for his 14
years of service with the Board of Regents, citing his steadfast commitment to
quality, enrollment management, as well as his commitment to students in
relation to resources as "pivotal" in maintaining the excellence of the UW
System. She expressed the hope that he would continue to offer advice for the
Board Planning Exercise planned by Regent Grebe. She then expressed her
gratitude and offered her best wishes to Chancellor Youngblood, remarking that
her efforts regarding the use of distance learning at UW-Superior have
established a foundation on which the University can build for the future.
President Lyall then welcomed Regent Brown and Senior Vice President for
Administration Keith Sanders.
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Biennial Budget
President Lyall reminded the Board of Regents that the Legislature has
completed work on the 1995-97 biennial budget and has forwarded it to the
Governor for his signature. She noted that today's agenda contains a request
for the allocation of first year funding to the institutions, contingent on
the Governor's final approval. She suggested that adjustments that might be
required by veto actions could be made at the August meeting. At that
meeting, the report to the Joint Committee on Finance regarding the required
cuts of $43 million (to be submitted on September 1, 1995) will be discussed.
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Board Exercise on Planning for the UW System in the 21st Century
President Lyall endorsed Regent President Grebe's proposal to use the
coming academic year to examine the direction of the UW System in the next
decade, and noted that both the educational and financial challenges are
substantial. Observing that the Wisconsin Idea had been motivating the UW
System for 75 years, she asked whether that vision is still relevant to the
decade and century ahead, and, if so, what form it should take in an era of
changing technology and the competition of national and global markets.
Quoting Paul Valery, who said "the best way to make your dreams come true is
to wake up," she called the biennial budget a "wake-up call" for those who
will plan the future of higher education in Wisconsin. With the Chancellors,
she stated that she is looking forward to working with the Regents on the
Board Planning Exercise.
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Good News Items
Cray J90 Series Computers: UW-Stout and UW-Madison
President Lyall noted that congratulations are due to UW-Stout, which,
in partnership with the State Department of Development, will acquire a Cray
J90 series computer in Fall of 1995. Noting that UW-Madison also recently
acquired a Cray computer, she observed that these gifts have come at an
opportune time, since UW's institutions are unable to make these kinds of
technical investments alone.
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UW-Whitewater: Three-year Undergraduate Degree Program
President Lyall reported that UW-Whitewater recently became the first UW
institution to offer a three-year undergraduate degree program to those
students who want to apply themselves intensively, limit costs, and enter the
job market quickly. In addition to saving time and money for students,
President Lyall pointed out that such a program enables the University to
serve more students in a given period.
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MacArthur Fellowship: Professor Joel Rogers, UW-Madison
President Lyall reported that Professor Joel Rogers, of the UW-Madison
Law School, was named a MacArthur Fellow. He is currently the director of the
Center on Wisconsin Strategy.
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National Media Program Fellows Hosts: UW-Madison and UW-Stout
UW-Madison and UW-Stout have been selected to host the National Media
Program Fellows as part of the CASE National Media Program. This program
allows journalists with national news programs and magazines to spend time on
a campus to study a topic in depth.
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One of Computerworld Magazine's Best Places to Work: UW-Stevens Point
President Lyall concluded by reporting that UW-Stevens Point had been
cited (along with institutions such as the Library of Congress and the
University of Southern California) in the June 1995 issue of Computerworld as
one of the 100 Best Places to Work for information technology staff. She
added that UW-Stevens Point's information technology environment is the result
of a partnership between AT&T and the campus.
REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Regent Dreyfus, Chair, provided the report. He stated that the
Committee had unanimously approved Resolutions 6980 - 6990, and moved their
adoption by the Board of Regents. The motion was seconded by Regent Orr, and
the Resolutions passed unanimously.
UW-Eau Claire: Authority to construct Fine Arts Center - Art Wing
Ventilation and Remodeling Project
Resolution 6980: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Eau Claire
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a
Fine Arts Center - Art Wing Ventilation and Remodeling
project, at a total cost of $713,000 using All-Agency
Funds ($630,000 Health, Safety, and Environment funds
and $83,000 Facilities Repair and Renovation Funds).
UW-La Crosse: Authority to construct Carillon and Clock Tower Project
Resolution 6981: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-La Crosse
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a
Carillon and Clock Tower at a cost of $132,300, using
Gift Funds.
UW-La Crosse: Authority to name Clock Tower
Resolution 6982: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-La Crosse
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to name a
Carillon and Clock Tower, which will be constructed on
the campus, "The Jake and Janet Hoeschler Carillon and
Clock Tower."
UW-Oshkosh: Authority to Grant Two Easements
Resolution 6983: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Oshkosh
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authorization be granted for the
President or Vice President and Secretary or Assistant
Secretary of the Board of Regents to execute documents
granting two adjoining easements to the University of
Wisconsin-Oshkosh Credit Union.
UW-La Crosse: Approval of Design Report and Construction Authority for
Primary Electrical Distribution System Repair Project
Resolution 6984: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-La Crosse
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, the Design Report be approved and
authority granted to construct a Primary Electrical
Distribution System Repair project at a cost of
$2,100,700 using All-Agency Utilities Repair and
Renovation funds.
UW-Madison: Authority to Construct a 1995-96 Eagle Heights Apartments
Remodeling Project
Resolution 6985: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a
1995-96 Eagle Heights Apartments Remodeling Project
including all units in Building 707; Units A-F in
Buildings 809, 810, 811, 812, 813, 814, 815, and 816,
and Units A, B, E and F in Building 817, at an
estimated total project cost of $2,590,000, using
Program Revenue-Cash.
UW-Madison: Authority to Increase the Budget Below Alumni Center
Addition and Remodeling Project
Resolution 6986: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to increase the
budget for the Martin and Florence Below Alumni Center
Addition and Remodeling project by $211,200 of Gift
Funds, for a revised total project cost of $2,621,200
of Gift Funds.
UW-Madison-Authority to Remodel Space in the Service Memorial Institute
for the Medical School
Resolution 6987: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to remodel
2,725 GSF in the Service Memorial Institute for the
Medical School, at a total estimated project cost of
$249,900, using Gift and Grant Funds.
UWC-Marathon County: Approval of Marathon County Plan to Construct and
Fund a Library/Student Union/Bookstore Addition and Remodeling Project
and Authority to Seek State Funding for Movable and Special Equipment
Resolution 6988: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Centers
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, approval be granted for the Marathon
County plan to construct and fund a Library/Student
Union/Bookstore Addition and Remodeling project at the
University of Wisconsin Center-Marathon County at an
estimated cost of $7,500,000 and authority granted to
seek state funding to provide Movable and Special
Equipment at an estimated cost of $814,100, from the
1995-97 Statewide Equipment Funding for UW Centers.
UW-Madison: Authority to Enter Into a Six Year Lease Chilled Water/Steam
Sale Agreement with Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and to Grant
Construction Easement and Authorize Connection of WARF Building to the
Walnut Street Heating Plant
Resolution 6989: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted:
(1) to enter into a six-year agreement for the sale
of chilled water and steam to the Wisconsin
Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) to serve the
WARF office building located at 610 Walnut
Street and leased by the University of Wisconsin
- Madison,
(2) to grant a construction easement to allow WARF
to construct utility lines on University land,
and
(3) to connect the Walnut Street Heating Plant to
the WARF facility.
UW-Madison: Approval of a Budget Increase for the Engineering Building
Total Facility Performance Project
Resolution 6990: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison
Chancellor and the President of the University of
Wisconsin System, authority be granted to increase
scope of work and the project budget for the
Engineering Building Total Facilities Performance -
Phase 2 project by $400,000 of General Fund Supported
Borrowing - All Agency Funds, for a revised total
project cost of $5,610,000 ($5,210,000 of General Fund
Supported Borrowing - WISTAR and $400,000 General Fund
Supported Borrowing - All Agency Funds).
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Report of the Vice President for Physical Planning and Development
Annual Report on UW-Madison's University Research Park
Regent Dreyfus reported that Wayne McGown, Director of the UW-Madison
University Research Park, informed the Committee that there now are 58
tenants, with 1,400 employees, and three foreign companies in the Research
Park which was created by Board action at its June 8, 1984 meeting. Of the
total 321 acres in the original Charmany-Rieder Farms parcel, 251 acres were
optioned to University Research Park, Inc. Mr. McGown reported that 80% of
the Rieder property and 13% of the Charmany property is leased or sold. This
represents approximately 40% of the total. The normal timeline for achieving
total utilization would be 15 years but Mr. McGown expects this may occur in
less time, based on current levels of interest. Approximately 40% of the land
is privately owned, 40% is owned by the Research Park Corporation, and 20% is
owned by the university/state. This is represented by the Sports Medicine
Center and the former hospital which was purchased for use by the Medical
School's Department of Psychiatry. Since the mission of the Park is
technology transfer between the Park and the university community, two tenants
of the Park appeared before the Committee: Bradley Boyce, President and Chief
Executive Officer of Stress Photonics, and Tedd Pruss, Ph.D., Chairman,
President, and Chief Science Officer of Clarion Pharmaceuticals. Each
described the focus of their firms and the interrelationships of their
operations with the university. Regent Dreyfus stated that both presentations
were impressive and demonstrated that the mission of the Park is being
achieved.
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Deferred Maintenance Backlog
The quarterly status report on reduction of the University of Wisconsin
System Deferred Maintenance Backlog revealed that, since the first report was
presented in February 1995, $6.5 million has been received in the January-
March 1995 quarter. (A total of $123.8 million had been received through
December 31, 1994.) Approximately $130.3 million has been applied toward the
deferred maintenance backlog, leaving a balance of $233.8 million. The
10-year schedule anticipates expenditures totaling $135 million by this date;
thus, the report indicates that the reduction of the backlog is nearly on
schedule in terms of total expenditures. The Report indicates that
expenditures for utilities and health and safety projects are ahead of
schedule, while facilities repair and renovation expenditures are behind
schedule. Regent Dreyfus noted that while the existing backlog identified in
the original ten-year plan is being addressed, a new backlog is being created.
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Report on Bonding Cuts in 1995-1997 Capital Budget
A report on action taken by the State Building Commission at its June 21
meeting as it relates to bonding cuts in the 1995-97 Capital Budget was
presented to the Committee. Vice President Brown had reported at the June
Physical Planning and Development Committee meeting of the Joint Committee on
Finance action placing a $375 million ceiling on the overall level of new
bonding authority to be included in the 1995-97 Capital Budget. That ceiling
resulted in a need to reduce the bonding for all state agencies by
approximately $62 million. The UW System's proportionate share would have
been about $18 million. The cut taken by the Building Commission was $52
million. Vice President Brown said it is possible to negotiate to have the
reductions made in Program Revenue funding so that there will be a minimal
impact on GPR instructional facilities. He also called attention to an
additional $4 million cut which occurred in the System budget due an error by
Legislative Fiscal Bureau staff. This would impact the classroom remodeling
and in-building wiring related to the distance education initiative of the
Board. The Committee was told that the Fiscal Bureau staff is having a bill
drafted for submission in the fall session which will correct the error.
Robert Brandherm, Administrator of the Division of Facilities Development,
Department of Administration, said no problems were anticipated; however,
there is always the potential for difficulties when a separate bill has to be
advanced.
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Annual UW System Landholding/Leased Space Report
Regent Dreyfus reported that the 1995 UW System Landholdings/Leased
Space Report is a Board-required report presented for information only. It
presents the System landholdings as of June 30, 1995, by campus and by county
and reflects, by university, land transactions which have taken place since
the 1994 report. This year's report shows that the UW System acquired 30.82
acres of land and disposed of 23.90 acres since the last report, and has a
total of 17,985.11 acres of land held in the name of the Board of Regents:
* 4,640.14 acres comprise the main campuses
* 13,344.97 acres are non-contiguous acreage composed of:
-- 6,037.45 acres Arboretum property
-- 6,969.16 acres Experimental Farm lands
In view of impending staff reductions, an inquiry was made regarding the
staff time involved in preparing this report and whether there is sufficient
utility to warrant this investment. Regent Dreyfus reported that the
Committee was informed that, although the document is lengthy, it only reports
changes from the previous year. Associate Vice President Bruce Braun added
that the report is used frequently throughout the year to respond to inquiries
from DOA, the legislature, and the public; further, it is expected to be fully
computerized by the end of the year, reducing the amount of staff time. The
Committee took no action to recommend discontinuing the Annual Report.
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Presentation: Division of Responsibilities between UW System
Administration and the Division of Facilities Development
Regent Dreyfus reported that Mr. Robert Brandherm, Administrator of the
Division of Facilities Development, was present at the Committee meeting to
discuss the memorandum and related attachment prepared by Vice President Paul
Brown on the division of responsibilities between the UW System Administration
and the Division of Facilities Development, after reductions in System
Administration Capital Budget staff occur October 1. It was pointed out to
Mr. Brandherm that the Regents are owners and stewards of and have
responsibility for 1,600 buildings and 18,000 acres of land held in their
name. He had been invited to attend the meeting in order to share his ideas
about the division of responsibilities and for the Committee to discern his
commitment to work cooperatively with Vice President Brown and his remaining
staff to assure that the System's investment is protected. Regent Dreyfus
noted that, despite UW System and DFD status as institutions within the same
state government, it appears that the System's involvement and oversight
responsibility is being weakened. In response to Regent Schilling's question,
Mr. Brandherm said that no additional permanent staff were being hired to
handle this increased workload. Needs which could not be met with his
existing staff would be directed to private consulting firms at no cost to the
System unless a project is activated. He identified a number of changes which
he was examining to streamline processes, although Vice President Brown
commented that many of these relate to activities in which System staff had no
involvement, such as construction supervision and contract administration.
Mr. Brandherm seemed confident that it will be possible for him and his staff
to manage these additional demands, although Associate Vice President Braun
stated the 60% reduction in System staff was accompanied by no more than a 20%
reduction in workload--there may be far more demands on DFD staff than
anticipated.
Regent Schilling said he continued to feel that the decision which
resulted in the reduction in System Administration staff was a poor one and
reflected bad public policy. He questioned Mr. Brandherm as to why the
University Research Park model could not have been adopted by DFD: delegate
greater responsibility to the System to manage its own project development and
implementation, without DFD being involved. The general freedom to handle
day-to-day operations produced a successful Research Park and seems to be a
concept which might be emulated. He further stated that it was critical that
the Board make it absolutely clear that the UW is, in fact, a System and not a
loose confederacy. If DOA respects this fact in all of its dealings related
to capital budgeting matters, it would increase the probability of success
under the new organizational structure.
Mr. Brandherm stated that he viewed himself and DFD not as policemen
but, rather, as team players and participants with a common goal of achieving
the best job for the lowest price. It was important, he felt, to not be in a
position of reacting but, instead, he and DOA staff should be early
participants in discussion. Regent Lubar said he was pleased to hear this
view stated although he questioned whether this should extend, as Mr.
Brandherm suggested, to development of biennial capital budget priority lists
prior to Regent involvement. Regent Lubar felt that it was important that
informal discussions between the two agencies continue as they have in the
past. However, he felt it should be the on-going responsibility of the UW
System staff to present recommendations to the Regents based on their
assessment of System needs, whether or not there was full DOA agreement with
the recommendations. Regent Schilling also questioned how the DFD could
expect to recommend projects to this Board without compromising its role as
staff to the Building Commission. He stated that it is important that the
Board retain the ability to prioritize projects in order to operate
effectively as a System.
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Closed Session Action
The Report concluded with Regent Dreyfus stating that at 4:15 p.m., the
Committee voted to convene in closed session for purposes of negotiating the
acquisition of property by UW-Madison, as permitted by s. 19.85(1)(e), Wis.
Stats., and to consider personal histories, as permitted by s. 19.85(1)(f),
Wis. Stats., relating to naming a theater and a room at UW-Whitewater.
REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
Regent Gelatt, Chair, provided the report. Stating that Resolutions
6991 - 6995 had been passed unanimously by the Committee, Regent Gelatt noted
that Resolution 6993 had been approved contingent on amendment to require that
any change in the Bylaws be brought to the Board of Regents for approval. He
moved the adoption of Resolutions 6991 - 6995; the motion was seconded by
Regent Orr and passed unanimously.
Contractual Agreement with Bayer Corporation
Resolution 6991: That, upon recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System and the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Board of
Regents accepts the agreement with Bayer Corporation
entitled, "D92-047, A Multicenter, Double-Blind
Placebo Controlled, Parallel Group Study of the
Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Three Fixed Doses
of Ipsapirone CR (Bay Q 7821) versus Placebo in
Outpatients with Major Depressive Disorder."
Contractual Agreement with DuPont Merck Pharmaceutical Company
Resolution 6992: That, upon recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System and the Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Board of
Regents accepts the agreement with DuPont Merck
Pharmaceutical Company entitled, "Data Analysis Center
for Coumadin + Aspirin."
WLHA-FM Radio License
Resolution 6993: That, upon the recommendation of the Chancellor of UW-
Madison and the President of the UW-System, the Board
of Regents agree to apply for licensing by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) to construct and
operate a broadcast radio station, under the call
letters of WLHA-FM.
Gender and Race Equity Project: Category B Salary Adjustments
Resolution 6994: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, the Category B gender
and race equity salary adjustments (Exhibit A) be
approved.
Further, that the UW System President is given the
authority to review and approve on behalf of the Board
of Regents, any Category B gender and race equity
salary adjustments which are deemed necessary at UW-
Madison.
Phaneuf Medical Research Trust (Pipeline Easement, Oklahoma Land)
Resolution 6995: That the offer of Cimmarron Gas Company to acquire a
permanent easement for a pipeline 164.72 rods in
length for a consideration of $1,372.66 be accepted;
and that the President or Vice President and Secretary
or Assistant Secretary be authorized to sign the
easement. The farm land is in Texas County, Oklahoma,
and we own an undivided 1/3 interest as one of the
assets of the Phaneuf Trust. The owners of the other
2/3 interest have agreed to accept the same offer
tendered to us. The $1,372.66 payment will be added
to the Duane Phaneuf Medical Research Fund.
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1995-96 Operating Budget
Regent Gelatt, referring to President Lyall's presentation of the 1995-
96 Operating Budget, summarized her remarks by observing that it contains both
good and bad news for the UW System: the lab and classroom modernization
program was not sunsetted, and some significant flexibility to generate and
use program revenues is allowed; however, the budget contains only 1%
compensation increases for faculty and staff, no financial aid increases for
students, and an overall $43 million ongoing base budget reduction for the
System as a whole. Resident undergraduate tuition would increase 5.5% at UW-
Madison and 6.5% at all other institutions. David Stacy and Kristy Winter, of
United Council, and Jason Hellwig, President of the UW-Green Bay Student
Association, spoke in opposition to the budget cuts and the tuition increases
these cuts require; they also noted the negative impact of tuition increases
on student access. Regent Gelatt noted that if gubernatorial vetoes
significantly affect the UW budget appropriation, President Lyall will seek
Board action to revise the annual budget allocations at the August meeting.
Reporting that the Resolution was passed by the committee after more Regent
discussion, Regent Gelatt moved the adoption of Resolution 6996. The motion
was seconded by Regent Dreyfus and passed unanimously.
Resolution 6996: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, the 1995-96 operating
budget be approved, including rates for academic
tuition, and tuition refund policy and schedule,
segregated fees, textbook rental, room and board,
apartments, parking, University Hospital, and student
fee funded reserves, as reflected in the document
1995-96 Operating Budget and Fee Schedules, July 1995.
The 1995-96 amounts are:
GPR $ 851,216,967 (32.0%)
Academic Tuition 386,037,303 (14.5%)
Total GPR/Fees 1,237,254,270 (46.5%)
Other 1,422,715,654 (53.5%)
Total $2,659,969,924 (100.0%)
That the President of the University of Wisconsin
System is authorized to make final detailed
allocations and make necessary budget and accounting
changes to reflect final state budget action.
Adjustment of academic tuition is subject to review
and approval of the Executive Committee of the Board
of Regents.
That the 1995-96 annual budget allocation decision
rules, as amended to reflect subsequent legislative
action, be approved.
Academic tuition for Minnesota Reciprocity students
will be incorporated into the 1995-96 Academic
Fees/Tuition Schedule upon receipt of final Minnesota
tuition information.
In response to concerns about tuition increases, Regent Krutsch stressed
the importance of making 4 year degrees truly available for students, since
reducing time to degree has more financial impact on students and their
families than do rate increases. Regent Gelatt noted that these concerns are
addressed by degree audit systems which allow students to understand course
requirements for their majors and transfer systems that ensure that students
understand the consequences of campus transfers; he added that the
institutions are committed to keeping their systems updated and easy to use.
Regent Krutsch also expressed concerns about accreditation, which she
perceives as contributing to the problem; she suggested that other
universities may be interested in studying this problem along with UW System.
Regent Gelatt responded by noting that recent decisions on accreditation allow
the professional accrediting agencies to be more focussed on the essential
part of their job.
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Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the June 8, 1995, meeting of the Business and Finance
Committee stood approved.
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Report: UW-Madison Intercollegiate Athletics Projected Financial Status
at end of 1994-95
Regent Gelatt reported that Pat Richter, Director of Athletics at UW-
Madison, reported that the Athletic Department budgeted a net margin of
$560,000 for 1994-95. Due to the success of the football program and the
resulting ticket and licensing income increases, they are projecting a margin
of $1.4 to $1.7 million at year-end based on May 1995 financial information.
It is anticipated that the operating contingency reserve at the close of 1994-
95 will be around $1.5 million.
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Trust Funds
Regent Gelatt presented proposed revisions to the Income Fund to the
Committee. The revision would split the current income fund into a cash fund
and a unit-valued intermediate-term bond fund. It is anticipated that this
change will be accomplished at December 31, 1995. In September, the Committee
will approve definitions and objectives for the components of the Trust Funds
and make the first of the annual asset mix allocations required by the new
guidelines.
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Gifts, Grants and Contracts
Vice President Marnocha reported to the Committee that total gifts,
grants and contracts for the 12-month period ended June 23, 1995, were $607.8
million, an increase of $66.7 million over the previous year. Federal awards
increased by $41.6 million, while non-Federal awards increased by
$25.1 million.
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Board of Regents Meeting Costs
Regent Gelatt reported that Regent James had noted that with UW budget
cuts, the issue of saving money on Regents' meetings should be examined. It
was noted that Regents' meetings cost about $14,000. The Committee expressed
an interest into looking into this issue further if it is not addressed as
part of the Regent Planning Exercise. Regent Grebe suggested that this item
be put on the agenda for a Business and Finance Committee meeting in the near
future. Regent Orr inquired whether this item would include the issue of
attendance of the meetings and the benefits of attendance, and suggested that
this also could be an issue addressed by President Lyall.
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Audit Subcommittee
The Business and Finance Committee adjourned at 3:10 pm, and
Subcommittee Chair Hempel called the Audit Subcommittee to order.
Quarterly Internal Report
Internal Audit Director Brunkow presented the Fourth Quarter Internal
Audit Report to the Subcommittee, noting the findings of a number of recently-
completed audits. Concluding his report, Regent Gelatt reported that the
Audit Subcommittee adjourned to closed session, pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(f),
Wis. Stats., to discuss personnel issues.
REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Regent Krutsch, Chair, provided the report. She introduced Resolutions
6972 - 6979, which had been approved by the Education Committee and moved
their adoption as consent agenda items. The motion was seconded by Regent
MacNeil, and the Resolutions carried unanimously.
UW-Parkside: Revision to UWPF Chapter 6.02 Faculty Policy and
Procedures
Resolution 6972: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Parkside and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the revision to
UWPF Chapter 6.02 of the UW-Parkside Faculty Personnel
Policies and Procedures be approved.
UW-Milwaukee: Revisions to ss.5.177, 3.18 and 5.18 Faculty Policies and
Procedures
Resolution 6973: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the revisions to
ss. 5.177, 3.18 and 5.18 of the UW-Milwaukee Faculty
Personnel Policies and Procedures be approved.
Authorization to recruit: Dean, College of Arts and Sciences University
of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Resolution 6974: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the President
of the University of Wisconsin System, the Chancellor
be authorized to recruit for a Dean of the College of
Arts and Sciences.
Authorization to recruit: Dean College of Business Administration
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Resolution 6975: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Chancellor be
authorized to recruit for a Dean of the College of
Business Administration.
Authorization to recruit: Chancellor University of Wisconsin Superior
Resolution 6976: That the President of the University of Wisconsin
System be authorized to recruit for a Chancellor of
the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
Authorization to recruit: Associate Superintendent (Chief Financial
Officer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, University of
Wisconsin-Madison (at a salary that exceeds the Executive Salary Group
Six Maximum)
Resolution 6977: 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 an Associate Superintendent
(Chief financial officer), UW Hospitals and Clinics,
(at a salary that exceeds the Executive Salary Group
Six maximum).
UW-Milwaukee: Authorization to recruit Dean of Engineering and Applied
Science
Resolution 6978: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the Chancellor be
authorized to recruit for a Dean of the College of
Engineering and Applied Science, at a salary that
exceeds the Executive Salary Group Six maximum.
UW-Madison: Appointment of named professor
Resolution 6979: 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 Thaleia Zarophopoulou-Sougandis, School of
Business, UW-Madison, be changed to Harold G. and
Margaret W. Laun Professor, School of Business,
effective immediately.
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Report of the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Report on Private Matching Funds for UW System Schools of Business
Regent Krutsch stated that Senior Vice President Ward had reported to
the Committee regarding a report on private matching funds for UW System
Schools of Business, required to be submitted annually by President Lyall to
the Joint Committee on Finance. The report shows the status of each
university's private fund raising for both 1994-95 and the upcoming year. For
1994-95, institutions were able to raise in total more than the required
private matching funds.
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UW-Whitewater Wheelchair Basketball Team
Senior Vice President Ward had also reported that the 1994-95 UW-
Whitewater Warhawk Wheelchair Basketball Team attained a No. 10 ranking among
the nation's Top Ten teams; furthermore, two UW-Whitewater alumni and former
members of the UW-W Warhawk Wheelchair Basketball Team are among 20 finalists
competing for positions on the 1996 U.S. Men's Paralympic Wheelchair
Basketball team.
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UW-Eau Claire Student Research Days
The third annual UW-Eau Claire Student Research Days took place May 1-2.
One hundred and eight poster presentations representing 31 academic
departments were made by 175 students (148 undergraduates); 91 faculty and
academic staff members served as mentors for the students. The event was
attended by the UW-Eau Claire academic community, local citizens, and Board of
Regents President Grebe.
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UW System Strategic Plan for Information Technology
Senior Vice President Ward, who had presented the UW System Strategic
Plan for Information Technology to the Business and Finance Committee last
month, presented the plan to the Education Committee. (The plan is summarized
in Minutes of the June 1995 Meeting of the Board of Regents.) Regent Krutsch
reported that Regent Randall expressed concern that a growing disparity in
availability and use of technology in K-12 districts might further
disadvantage some students entering the UW System. Chancellors described
short courses and tutorials that are currently made available to students to
"bring them up to speed" in the use of technology. Regent Smith asked if
there has been "buy-in" from the campuses in the technology plan, and whether
this is a system or a campus priority. He also asked who is responsible for
information technology at the UW System level, and Senior Vice President Ward
replied that he is the officer with the primary responsibility. Regent
Krutsch reported that she asked if technology was more likely to improve the
quality of educational experiences than to be cost-effective. Senior Vice
President Ward replied that there might be some "cost-avoidance."
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Teacher Education Lateral Review
This review was deferred.
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Closed Session Action
Regent Krutsch concluded her report by noting that the Committee
adjourned to closed session to consider personnel matters and adjourned at
3:00 p.m.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MINUTES
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Minutes of the meeting
June 28, 1995
10:30 a.m.
Held by telephone conference
Executive Committee members participating: Regent President Grebe, Regent
Dreyfus, Regent Gelatt, and
Regent Schilling
Executive Committee members not participating: Regent Lubar, Regent Krutsch,
and Regent Steil
The meeting was called to order at 10:30 a.m., at which time it was
moved by Regent Dreyfus that the Committee recess into closed session to
consider employment and salary matters, as permitted by s.19.85(1)(c), Wis.
Stats. The motion was seconded and adopted on a unanimous roll-call vote with
Regent Dreyfus, Regent Gelatt, Regent Grebe and Regent Schilling voting in the
affirmative.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 a.m. and adoption of the following
resolutions was announced.
Resolution 6968: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, Keith Sanders be
appointed UW System Senior Vice President for
Administration, effective July 1, 1995, at an annual
salary of $120,000.
Resolution 6969: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the
University of Wisconsin System, the salary of Howard
Thoyre as Acting Chancellor of the University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point be set at $111,000, effective
July 1, 1995.
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Judith A. Temby, Secretary
June 30, 1995
CLOSED SESSION ACTION
At 11:02 a.m., the Board arose from closed session and announced the
adoption of resolutions 6998 - 7003.
UW Centers: Board of Visitors
Resolution 6998: That, upon the recommendation of the Chancellor
of the University of Wisconsin Centers and the
President of the University of Wisconsin System,
Timothy J. Byrnes be appointed to the UW Centers
Board of Visitors to complete a three year-term
ending in 1997; and that Louise Aderhold, Jean
Birkett and Carl Meissner be reappointed to the
Board of Visitors for three-year terms ending in
1998.
UW-Whitewater: Board of Visitors
Resolution 6999: That, upon the recommendation of the Chancellor
of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and
the President of the University of Wisconsin
System, Fannie Hicklin and Fern Young be
reappointed to the UW-Whitewater Board of
Visitors for three-year terms ending in 1998.
UW-Extension: Base salary adjustment above the Executive Salary Group
Six Maximum
Resolution 7000: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Extension and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, a base salary
adjustment of 5%, resulting in a new salary of
A$103,912, be approved for Michael Offerman when he
assumes the responsibilities as Dean of Continuing
Education, effective July 1, 1995.
UW-Milwaukee: Board of Visitors
Resolution 7001: That, upon the recommendation of the Chancellor of the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the President of
the University of Wisconsin System, the following
members be reappointed to the UW-Milwaukee Board of
Visitors for three-year terms ending in June 1998:
Oscar Cervera, Daniel Fetterley, Maria Franco, James
Warren, Raleigh Woolf, and Claudetta Wright.
UW-River Falls: Request for review of decision on complaint against
faculty members
Resolution 7002: That, upon the recommendation of the Personnel Matters
Review Committee, the Board of Regents denies the
request for review of a UW-River Falls decision on a
complaint against faculty members.
UW-Madison: Authorization to offer a salary that exceeds the Executive
Salary Group Six Maximum to a specific individual
Resolution 7003: 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 offer a salary up to $135,000 for a
Professor and Chair, Department of Pathology, Medical
School, UW-Madison.
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The meeting was adjourned at 11:02 a.m.
Judith A. Temby, Secretary
