Board of Regents
February 1999 Minutes of the BOR - University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
of the
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
Madison, Wisconsin
Held at The Pyle Center
Friday, February 5, 1999
9:30 a.m.
Approval of Minutes *
REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD *
Report on the February 3rd meeting of the Hospital Authority Board *
Report on the January 27th meeting of the Wisconsin Technical College System Board *
Reaccredidation *
Big 10 Trustee Meeting *
REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM *
Biennial Budget *
Accountability Indicators and Project 2008 Diversity Plan *
Good News Items *
Appointment of UW System General Counsel *
UW-Eau Claire to direct initiative to curb drinking *
UW-Madison’s On The Road Sesquicentennial Celebration *
WIAC Athletic Championships *
UW-Madison Peace Corps Volunteers *
Fulbright Scholars *
REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE *
UW-Stout: "Access to Learning" Differential Tuition *
UW-Stout: "Customized Instruction" Differential Tuition *
UW-System: 1999-01 General Compensation Distribution Plan and Guidelines *
UW-System: 1999-01 Wisconsin Higher Education Grant Formula Recommendations to the Higher Educational Aids Board *
UW-System: Authorization to Sign Documents *
UW-Madison: Approval of Bylaws Changes for University of *
Wisconsin Medical Foundation *
UW-Extension Presentation: "Small Business Development Partnership with the Department of Commerce on International Trade" *
UW-Madison Annual Research Report *
Annual Broadcast Report *
Annual Financial Report *
Gifts, Grants and Contracts Quarterly Report *
UW-Superior Summer School Per-Credit Tuition *
Pilot Summer Graduate Differential Tuition *
REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE *
Accountability and Distance Education Pricing Policies *
UW-Madison: Authorization to Recruit Interdisciplinary *
(Sesquicentennial hires) *
UW-Parkside: New Program Authorization (Implementation) *
B.S., Molecular Biology *
UW-Milwaukee: New Program Authorization (Implementation) *
M.S., Physical Therapy *
UW-Madison: Appointment of Named Professors *
Report of the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs *
Introduction of Benjamin Ofori-Amoah *
UW-Extension Presentation on Impact Indicators *
Presentation: Technology for Practicing Teachers *
Charter Schools, UW-Milwaukee *
Plan 2008 Update *
ACT/SAT Discussion *
REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND FUNDING COMMITTEE *
UW-Extension: Authority to enter into a lease for the Learning Innovations Center *
UW-Madison: Authority to Construct a Barnard Hall, Bradley Hall and Chadbourne Hall Maintenance Project *
UW-Madison: Authority to Undertake a University Apartments Fiber *
Optic Cable Installation Project *
UW-Madison: Authority to Construct a Camp Randall "Hall of Fame" Wall and Terrace Expansion *
UW-Platteville: Authority to construct a North Campus Parking *
Lots Redevelopment and Expansion Project *
UW-Milwaukee: Adjust Boundary and Accept Land and Facility Gift for School of Arts *
Second Reading: Physical Planning Principles *
UW-Extension: Long Range Space Planning – Status Report *
Presentation: The Pyle Center-Integrating Technology and Teaching *
Report of the Assistant Vice President *
ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS *
Resolution of Appreciation to UW-Extension *
executive session *
UW-Madison: Base Salary Adjustment *
UW-Madison: Authorization to Appoint *
UW-Madison: Base Salary Adjustment *
UW-Madison: Temporary Base Salary Adjustment *
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
of the
BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM
Madison, Wisconsin
Held at The Pyle Center
Friday, February 5, 1999
9:30 a.m.
- President Orr presiding -
PRESENT: Regents Barry, Benson, Boyle, Brandes, DeBraska, DeSimone, James, MacNeil, Marcovich, Mohs, Olivieri, Orr, Randall, Smith and Staszak
ABSENT: Regent Gottschalk
There being no additions or corrections, President Orr declared the minutes of the meeting of the Board of Regents held on December 11, 1998 to be approved as distributed.
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REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
Report on the February 3rd meeting of the Hospital Authority Board
Referring to the written report that had been distributed, Regent James noted increases in admissions, patient days and revenues. However, net income was below budget by approximately $1.9 million, due primarily to increased deductions from revenue. While this is a national trend, she explained, UW Hospital also had three patients over the last year with catastrophic injuries. Due to HMO caps on expenditures for their care, the hospital was left with millions of dollars of expenses to absorb.
The Board heard a presentation by Dr. Frank Graziano on the AIDS treatment program, which he has headed for 20 years. The UW Hospital is one of ten in the nation to be part of the federally funded Ryan White grant to provide treatment for uninsured and under-insured AIDS victims.
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Report on the January 27th meeting of the Wisconsin Technical College System Board
Supplementing the written report that had been distributed to the Board, Regent Barry called attention to the planned major expansion of Waukesha Technical College.
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President Orr reported that on April 12 the North Central Association Team for UW-Madison’s ten-year re-accreditation visit will be in Madison to meet with President Lyall, Senior Vice President Ward and himself. The Team has asked to meet with as many members of the Board as possible at that time. Those who are available are asked to notify the secretary.
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It was reported by President Orr that the Ohio State University Board of Trustees were proposing a breakfast meeting of Big Ten Regents on March 6 in conjunction with the Big Ten basketball tournament in Chicago. The invitation will be circulated for response by those who might be available.
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REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM
Noting that the Governor’s budget recommendations will be announced on February 16, President Lyall said that the focus then will turn to the Legislature where the UW System must make its case clearly and strongly on behalf of students. Last week, she indicated, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau issued an estimate that the state will have $481 million more than originally projected in November 1998. This is about $90 for every Wisconsin resident. The Regents’ budget request, excluding pay plan, amounts to $5 to $6 per Wisconsin resident – a modest request which would require just a small fraction of the projected surplus, leaving most of it for other priorities.
Over the next several months, the President planned to criss-cross the state, speaking to groups on and off campus about preserving quality and access for students in the future. She planned to speak about the Board’s budget requests, including funding for libraries, instructional technology, international opportunities, improving advising, expanding pre-college programs and bringing faculty salaries up to market levels. And, President Lyall added, she will talk about doing this with fair sharing of the costs between taxpayers and students. She expressed appreciation to United Council and other student, faculty and staff organizations who were working hard to send this same message. The Chancellors also will carry the message to local communities and alumni for the next several months. The success that is achieved, she concluded, will determine the quality and accessibility of UW institutions well into the next century.
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Accountability Indicators and Project 2008 Diversity Plan
President Lyall than spoke about two other system-wide projects under way this semester.
The first project is updating accountability indicators for the next decade, which had been discussed by the Board the preceding day. The accountability working group will begin this semester, with the goal of bringing recommendations to the Board next fall.
The second project is the campus diversity plans that are due to System Administration in mid-April, with the goal of having them all approved by the end of the academic year.
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Appointment of UW System General Counsel
President Lyall announced the appointment of Elizabeth Rindskopf-Parker as the new General Counsel for the UW System. Ms. Rindskopf-Parker currently serves as executive manager of the Bryan Cave law firm in Washington, D.C. She formerly served as general counsel for the CIA and the National Security Agency. One of her areas of specialty is intellectual property law, which is an area of increasing importance to the UW System and its institutions. She will join the UW System on April 1. President Lyall expressed special gratitude to Patricia Brady for serving as Interim General Counsel in the months since the retirement of Charles Stathas.
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UW-Eau Claire to direct initiative to curb drinking
It was announced by President Lyall that the Wisconsin Department of Transportation has recently awarded UW-Eau Claire $360,000 to direct a statewide initiative aimed at curbing underage drinking. The funds, which come to Wisconsin through a United States Justice Department grant, will be used to coordinate efforts against underage drinking and develop an influential peer leadership program at UW-Eau Claire. The program will run through May 2000. President Lyall commended Chancellor Mash and his faculty and staff for their work on this important problem.
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UW-Madison’s On The Road Sesquicentennial Celebration
President Lyall reported that on February 16 UW-Madison and the Milwaukee Public Museum will team up for a unique educational experience called the "Whys and Wows". The event will involve more than a dozen UW-Madison faculty and staff in different exhibits, giving presentations about their work. The event is part of UW-Madison’s On The Road Sesquicentennial Celebration, which begins on February 15 with a reception at the Milwaukee Art Institute. Other events include presentations in the Milwaukee Public Schools and a special corporate roundtable partnership between UW-Madison and Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce organization which will focus on how the university can be more responsive to the state’s business needs.
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President Lyall congratulated WIAC campuses that won athletic championships this year. Four teams – UW-Stevens Point, UW-La Crosse, UW-Eau Claire and UW-Oshkosh finished in the top 15 of the NCAA Division III men’s cross-country division. In women’s cross-country, UW-Oshkosh captured the NCAA Midwest Regional Championship. In women’s volleyball, UW-Whitewater captured the regional title, and UW-Stevens Point won the women’s soccer championship.
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UW-Madison Peace Corps Volunteers
Noting that the Peace Corps is recruiting 4,000 volunteers this year to work abroad, President Lyall reported that Director Mark Gearan was recently quoted as pointing out that UW-Madison has the largest number of graduates serving overseas with the Peace Corps – 116 – compared to the number two school, the University of Colorado, which has 91. Noting UW-Madison’s long tradition of leadership in answering Peace Corps calls, President Lyall said that all involved can take pride in that outstanding record of international service.
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It was reported by President Lyall that eight UW faculty members have been named Fulbright Scholars for this year and will lecture, consult or conduct research abroad. Among their destinations are Poland, Mozambique, Croatia, Latvia, Germany, Russia, Bulgaria, and Morocco.
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REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Committee’s report was presented by Regent Marcovich, Chair.
Presenting Resolutions 7840-7846 as consent agenda items for action by the Board, Regent Marcovich noted Regent Olivieri’s abstention on Resolution 7845. The other consent agenda resolutions had been approved unanimously by the Committee. Upon motion by Regent Marcovich, seconded by Regent DeSimone, resolutions 7840-7846 were adopted by the Board of Regents, with Regent Olivieri abstaining from the vote on Resolution 7845.
UW-Stout: "Access to Learning" Differential Tuition
Resolution 7840: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System and the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the UW-Stout differential tuition of 5% for resident and non-resident undergraduate students based on resident undergraduate tuition rates and 5% for resident and non-resident graduate students based on resident graduate tuition rates, beginning in 1999-2000 and using the new rates that result from the biennial budget process, be approved, and incorporated in the 1999-2000 UW System annual budget and tuition schedule.
UW-Stout: "Customized Instruction" Differential Tuition
Resolution 7841: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System and the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the UW-Stout differential tuition flexibility to determine and charge market rates for customized programs, certificates, and courses for which credit will be awarded, beginning in 1999-2000, be approved, and incorporated in the 1999-2000 UW System annual budget and tuition schedule.
UW-System: 1999-01 General Compensation Distribution Plan and Guidelines
Resolution 7842: That upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the 1999-01 General Compensation Distribution Plan and Guidelines (Exhibit A) be approved. If changes are required as a result of actions by either the Joint Committee on Employment Relations or legislation, the Executive Committee, in consultation with the System President is authorized to act on these changes.
UW-System: 1999-01 Wisconsin Higher Education Grant Formula Recommendations to the Higher Educational Aids Board
Resolution 7843: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the Board of Regents recommends implementing a single formula for dependent students and independent students for allocation of WHEG dollars. The Board authorizes its transmittal to the Higher Educational Aids Board as directed by section 36.11 (6)(c), of the Wisconsin Statutes.
UW-System: Authorization to Sign Documents
Resolution 7844: That, on the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System, Regent Resolution #7548, approved by the Board on September 5, 1997, be rescinded; and that the following revised resolution be approved effective immediately:
That any of the following corporate or administrative officers of the University of Wisconsin System–Secretary, Assistant Secretary of the Board, the President, any Vice President and any administrative officer or administrative assistant designated by the President of the University of Wisconsin System–is authorized to sign:
1. Proposals, agreements, contracts and contract supplements for research work or any other purposes upon approval of the project by the President or any Vice President of the University of Wisconsin System or the appropriate chancellor or designee with the following extramural entities:
United States Government, any of its agencies or departments, any state or municipality or any agency or department thereof, or any nonprofit organization.
2. Certifications, releases, inventory reports and other documents as required by the government in connection with the termination of the contracts with the federal government for research and educational services furnished by the University of Wisconsin System.
3. Applications, notices, bonds and other instruments required by the federal government in connection with matters relating to federal laws and regulations for the purchase and use of tax-free alcohol in the laboratories of the University of Wisconsin System.
4. Purchase orders and other instruments required by the federal government for the procurement of narcotics for use in laboratories of the University of Wisconsin and in University Hospitals.
5. Grants, contracts, leases and agreements with private-profit making organizations, with the understanding that those in excess of $500,000 require formal acceptance by the Regents prior to execution.
6. Royalty agreements with the University of Wisconsin Press.
7. Transactions of the University of Wisconsin System’s employe savings bond accounts.
A
summary of grants, contracts, leases and agreements, including
royalty agreements with the University of Wisconsin Press, will be
reported monthly quarterly to the Vice
President for Finance.
UW-Madison: Approval of Bylaws Changes for University of
Resolution 7845: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System and the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the changes to the University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation (UWMF) Bylaws made by the UWMF Board of Directors on December 15, 1998, relating to the compensation process, be approved.
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UW-Extension Presentation: "Small Business Development Partnership with the Department of Commerce on International Trade"
It was reported by Regent Marcovich that the Business and Finance Committee heard a presentation titled "Small Business Development Partnership with the Department of Commerce on International Trade." Erica Kauten, Director of UW-Extension’s Small Business Development Center, and Mary Regel, Administrator of the Division of International Development, Wisconsin Department of Commerce, noted that their goal is to help Wisconsin small and medium-sized businesses get into international markets and to create more jobs. This is a good example, Regent Marcovich noted, of the State and University working together and avoiding duplication of effort. Rex Fuller, Dean of the UW-La Crosse School of Business Administration, joined the presentation via compressed video, and reported that there are over 70 firms in western Wisconsin involved in international trade.
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UW-Madison Annual Research Report
Graduate School Dean Virginia Hinshaw reported to the Business and Finance Committee that in 1997-98 UW-Madison received $362 million in total research awards – approximately the same amount as received in 1996-97. She highlighted some of the new and exciting areas of research happening at UW-Madison.
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Senior Vice President Olien presented to the Business and Finance Committee the annual report on the UW system’s 13 licensed radio stations and one television station. The report noted that Wisconsin Public Television reaches more than 790,000 viewers each week, and Wisconsin Public Radio serves over 300,000 listeners weekly. In the fall of 1997, the Legislature established the Commission on Public Broadcasting and charged it to study the State’s public broadcasting organizations and make recommendations which would ensure the continuation of their broadcasting and educational services. Regent Boyle represented the UW System on the Commission. The report, issued in June 1998, suggested restructuring the enterprise to afford greater flexibility to face future funding challenges.
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The Annual Financial Report was presented to the Business and Finance Committee by Associate Vice President Durcan, who noted the following shifts in funding support:
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State support decreased from 41% ten years ago to 36% in the past year.
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Student fees, remission and compacts increased slightly, from 19.4% of the total to 21.7%.
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Gifts, donations and endowment income increased from 5.6% to 8.5%.
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Adjusting for inflation, state appropriations stayed virtually flat over the last decade.
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Over 78% of current funds expenditures and mandatory transfers was spent on the primary mission of instruction, research and public service and related academic support, student services and financial aid – areas which directly benefit the UW customers.
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Only 5.2% was spent on administration – one of the lowest rates in the country.
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About one-half of the current funds expenditures went toward salaries and an additional 15% for related fringe benefits.
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Endowment and similar funds were at fair market value in accordance with GASB #31.
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There was a footnote regarding Year 2000 readiness required by the Government Accounting Standards Board. However, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants recommended that auditors provide qualified opinions of statements since they cannot confirm steps mentioned in the footnote are adequate to manage Year 2000 transitions. Thus, the UW System, State of Wisconsin, and State of Wisconsin Investment Board all received opinions from the Legislative Audit Bureau with a qualified paragraph relating to Year 2000.
In discussion at the Board meeting, Regent Boyle referred to the percentages reflecting state contributions to the university and asked if the percentage change is due to decrease of actual dollars or due to a change in the mix with percentages from other sources of income being higher. Regent Marcovich replied that actual state dollars increased but the increases were negated by adjustments for inflation. Regent Boyle commented that it is important to be clear in talking to the public that actual state dollars have not decreased.
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Gifts, Grants and Contracts Quarterly Report
Vice President Bromberg presented to the Business and Finance Committee the quarterly gift, grant and contract report for the second quarter of the year. Total awards increased by $43 million over the prior year, $41.5 million of which was federally funded.
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UW-Superior Summer School Per-Credit Tuition
Introducing this item, Regent Marcovich noted that the recommendation had been made to drop the pilot status of the UW-Superior per-credit tuition program for graduate summer school. John Grabel, President of United Council, indicated that student governments opposed the per-credit tuition and asked that it remain in pilot status until more research about student reaction could be completed. The UW-Superior Chancellor and Vice Chancellor addressed the success of the program and indicated that only graduate and professional students were affected, none of whom expressed dissatisfaction with the tuition schedule; and, in fact, enrollment increased in these courses from the prior summer. After discussion, the Committee decided to recommend lifting the pilot status for UW-Superior, but not expanding the program to other institutions at this time.
It was moved by Regent Marcovich and seconded by Regent DeSimone that the following resolution be adopted by the Board of Regents:
Pilot Summer Graduate Differential Tuition
Resolution 7846: That, upon the recommendation of the President of the University of Wisconsin System, eliminate the pilot status of the UW-Superior Summer Graduate Differential Tuition, beginning in the summer 1999.
In response to a question by Regent Staszak, Regent Marcovich indicated that input would be solicited from other institutions as to whether they would be interested in a program similar to UW-Superior’s. The matter then would be returned to the Business and Finance Committee for discussion.
Put to the vote, Resolution 7846 was adopted unanimously.
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REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The report of the Education Committee was presented by Regent Brandes, Chair.
Accountability and Distance Education Pricing Policies
Regent Brandes reported that all Regents had been present for President Lyall’s discussion the preceding day of possible changes to the UW System accountability indicators and for the presentation on distance education pricing policy. (These discussion are summarized in the minutes of the February 4 meeting of the Education Committee).
Regent Brandes presented Resolutions 7847-7850, which had been approved unanimously by the Education Committee, and moved their adoption by the Board of Regents as consent agenda items. The motion was seconded by Regent Randall and carried unanimously.
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UW-Madison: Authorization to Recruit Interdisciplinary
Resolution 7847: 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 up to 32 Assistant Professors, Associate Professors or Professors, Interdisciplinary (Sesquicentennial hires), at salaries that may exceed the Executive Salary Group Six maximum.
UW-Parkside: New Program Authorization (Implementation)
Resolution 7848: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the Chancellor be authorized to implement the B.S. in Molecular Biology.
UW-Milwaukee: New Program Authorization (Implementation)
Resolution: 7849: 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 implement the M.S. in Physical Therapy.
UW-Madison: Appointment of Named Professors
Resolution 7850: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the following named professorships be approved:
Glen R. Stanosz William F. Heckrodt Professorship
(retroactive to October 1, 1998);
Douglas Hill Emily Mead Baldwin Bell-Bascom
Professorship in the Creative Arts
(effective July 1, 1999);
Donald A. Downs Glen B. and Cleone Orr Hawkins
Professor (effective January 8, 1999);
Mary L. (Molly) Carnes Jean Manchester Biddick Professor
In Women’s Health Research
effective immediately);
Robin Douthitt Vaughan Bascom Professor in
Women and Philanthropy (effective
January 1, 1999);
Inge Bretherton Audrey Rothermel Bascom Professor
I in Human Ecology (effective
January 1, 1999);
David Riley Audrey Rothermel Bascom Professor
II in Human Ecology (effective
January 1, 1999).
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Report of the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Introduction of Benjamin Ofori-Amoah
Senior Vice President Ward introduced to the Education Committee Benjamin Ofori-Amoah, a geographer from UW-Stevens Point, who is serving as his intern this semester.
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UW-Extension Presentation on Impact Indicators
Beginning the presentation, UW-Extension Provost Kevin Reilly advised the Education Committee that these indicators serve to assist the institution in demonstrating accountability, communicating value and improving programs. He discussed the four impact areas for which UW-Extension has developed indicators: Economic, human, environmental, civic, and value added to the UW System.
John Byrne, Executive Director of the Kellogg Foundation’s Commission on the Future of State and Land Grant Universities, spoke via interactive video from Corvallis, Oregon. He stressed the importance of the university being engaged with its surrounding community and praised the UW System for its active role in Wisconsin society.
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Presentation: Technology for Practicing Teachers
Senior Vice President Ward introduced a presentation to the Education Committee that described six initiatives developed by UW institutions to assist PK-12 schools with the implementation of technology. He listed the following principles for the initiatives: 1) Collaboration with schools, CESA’s and DPI; 2) identifiable teacher/student outcomes; and 3) curriculum and assessment.
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Paul Haubrich, Director of UW-Milwaukee’s Center for Charter Schools, reviewed for the Education Committee UW-Milwaukee’s involvement in the development of three charter schools. He reported that the university received seven proposals, three of which resulted in completed applications: 1) The YWCA of Milwaukee, to develop a YW Education Center; 2) the Urban League of Milwaukee, to develop a K-12 Academy for Business and Economics; and 3) the Milwaukee Science Education Consortium, which consists of a number of institutions, including the Medical College of Wisconsin, Alverno College, and Cardinal Stritch. The Urban League and the Milwaukee Science Education Consortium informally proposed subcontracting part of their contract with the Edison Company, which would run the schools.
At this point, no contracts have been signed and discussions are ongoing in terms of negotiating an agreement. The parties to any contract would be, according to statute, the Board of Regents, the UW-Milwaukee Chancellor, and the sponsoring organization. Teachers could be employed by the contracting agency or the subcontracting agency, with other variations being possible. The three schools propose to be open as early as fall 1999, but starting dates remain uncertain at this time.
Following the presentation, the Committee had a vigorous discussion about the university’s involvement in charter schools and the form of that involvement, particularly subcontracting relationships and the role of the Edison Company. It was decided that the issue will be considered further when actual contracts are presented for consideration. In the meantime, the Education Committee will receive regular updates on the development of these proposals.
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Tess Arenas, Assistant to the President for Multicultural Affairs, provided the Education Committee with an update on the progress of Plan 2008. She advised that all campus visits have been completed and that campuses are working hard to develop their plans, which will be presented at the June Board of Regents meeting. Senior Vice President Ward presented a draft timetable for review and implementation of campus 2008 plans. He asked Committee members to review the draft and provide him with edits and suggestions within the next week.
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The Committee discussed the possibility of accepting both the ACT and SAT examinations for admission to UW institutions. According to current policy, the ACT is required for in-state students. UW-Madison and UW-Green Bay have requested the change. After discussion, it was agreed that the issue will be returned to the agenda in March, with a panel discussion by individuals representing both sides of the issue. In the meantime, Senior Vice President Ward will provide a background paper analyzing the different options. Regent Smith requested a comparison of the two examinations to determine the extent to which they are similar or dissimilar.
In discussion at the Board meeting, Regent Staszak noted that UW-Milwaukee also favors changing the policy to accept both tests.
In reply to a question by Regent Barry, Regent Brandes explained that those favoring the change in policy note that either test already is permitted for non-resident students and that many high potential resident students take the SAT. Requiring another test is a disincentive for them to apply to UW institutions. Proponents also maintain that data from the tests can be converted and compared, so that data collection would not be compromised by allowing both tests. Preliminary indications are that opponents have noted the value of the extra information and assistance received from ACT, which may not be available if both tests are allowed. They also point to the consistent data provided by a single test. More information on the opponents’ point of view is expected to come forth during the panel discussion.
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REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND FUNDING COMMITTEE
Regent Barry, Chair, presented the Committee’s report
Presenting Resolutions 7851-7855, which had been approved unanimously by the Physical Planning and Funding Committee, Regent Barry moved their adoption by the Board of Regents as consent agenda items. The motion was seconded by Regent Mohs and carried unanimously.
UW-Extension: Authority to enter into a lease for the Learning Innovations Center
Resolution 7851: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Extension Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to enter into a lease of approximately 16,500 square feet of space at the University Research Park for the Learning Innovations Center.
UW-Madison: Authority to Construct a Barnard Hall, Bradley Hall and Chadbourne Hall Maintenance Project
Resolution 7852: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a Barnard Hall, Bradley Hall and Chadbourne Hall Maintenance project at an estimated total project cost of $3,200,000, using Program Revenue-Housing funds.
UW-Madison: Authority to Undertake a University Apartments Fiber
Optic Cable Installation Project
Resolution 7853: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to undertake a University Apartments Fiber Optic Cable Installation project, at an estimated cost of $908,300, using Program Revenue – Housing Funds.
UW-Madison: Authority to Construct a Camp Randall "Hall of Fame" Wall and Terrace Expansion
Resolution 7854: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Madison Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a Camp Randall "Hall of Fame" Wall and Terrace Expansion at an estimated total project cost of $179,000 using Gift Funds.
UW-Platteville: Authority to construct a North Campus Parking
Lots Redevelopment and Expansion Project
Resolution 7855: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Platteville Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to construct a North Campus Parking Lots Redevelopment and Expansion project, at an estimated total project cost of $269,000 using Program Revenue Supported Borrowing.
Regent Barry presented Resolution 7856, which was unanimously approved by the Committee but had not been placed on the consent agenda so that it might be especially noted.
Adoption of the following resolution was moved by Regent Barry and seconded by Regent James:
UW-Milwaukee: Adjust Boundary and Accept Land and Facility Gift for School of Arts
Resolution 7856: That, upon the recommendation of the UW-Milwaukee Chancellor and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, authority be granted to: (1) accept a gift from the UW-Milwaukee Foundation of an approximately 2–acre parcel of land located at 2419 East Kenwood Boulevard, improved with a 103-car parking lot and a facility to be remodeled by the Foundation as performance and instructional space for the School of the Arts; (2) expand the campus boundary accordingly; and (3) utilize $475,000 Campus Parking Utility funds toward the acquisition costs.
Regent Barry explained that the facility involved is the Temple of the Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun, which is located directly across Kenwood Boulevard from the UW-Milwaukee campus. This very beautiful building, he said, was built in 1923 and comprises 71,000 square feet of space. The Temple Congregation had recently approached UW-Milwaukee to offer it for sale. This created a wonderful opportunity for UW-Milwaukee to address a severe space deficit for programming in the arts. The resolution reflects the UW-Milwaukee Foundation’s request for the Board to accept the land and the building, providing that the Foundation can purchase it. The University's expenditure is about $475,000 in parking revenue, which includes 103 stalls of surface parking. Of particular note, Regent Barry continued, is the great deal of effort and cooperation going into making this transaction work for the benefit of UW-Milwaukee and its students.
In response to a question by Regent Randall, Regent Barry explained that the Board of Directors of the Temple voted overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed conveyance. Regent MacNeil added that the congregation also voted in favor of it.
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Second Reading: Physical Planning Principles
Regent Barry reported that the Committee had a second reading of proposed Physical Planning Principles, with considerable discussion regarding the desire for campuses to establish definite procedures for incorporating the principles into their planning and for conveying them to outside consultants. On larger campuses, he explained, projects are handled primarily by the school or college involved and the Department of Administration, leaving the overall campus less empowered than might be desirable. The effort is to find a way to make sure an overview is taken of new building projects by the campus as a whole. In addition, Regent President Orr expressed his desire for the principles to have a stronger emphasis on cost-effectiveness.
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UW-Extension: Long Range Space Planning – Status Report
Interim Chancellor Beaver described for the Physical Planning and Funding Committee the process UW-Extension is using to evaluate its long-range planning needs.
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Presentation: The Pyle Center-Integrating Technology and Teaching
The Physical Planning and Funding Committee heard a presentation on the Pyle Center’s capabilities by Mary Grant, Interim Associate Dean of Continuing Education at UW-Extension, and Marcia Baird, Director of Instructional Communications Systems. They were joined by Pam Scheibel, of the UW-Madison nursing faculty, who related how her courses are transmitted statewide using the resources of the Pyle Center.
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Report of the Assistant Vice President
In a brief update on the capital budget, the Physical Planning and Funding Committee was advised that there will be a Building Commission hearing on the budget on Friday, March 12, with subcommittee hearings held earlier in the week.
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Regent Boyle presented the following resolution, which was adopted by acclamation, with a standing ovation in appreciation of UW-Extension.
Resolution of Appreciation to UW-Extension
Resolution 7857: WHEREAS: The Board of Regents is pleased to have been invited by the University of Wisconsin-Extension to hold its February 1999 meeting at The Pyle Center, and to participate in dedicating this outstanding facility, which provides a technological base to enhance access to our universities; and
WHEREAS: At the turn of the Century, UW President Charles Van Hise provided us with a vision – the Wisconsin Idea – to bring the resources of the University to serve the needs of Wisconsin people, wherever they live and work; and
WHEREAS: Our universities have achieved international acclaim for progressive extension programming that has focused on the social, economic, environmental and cultural issues of Wisconsin citizens for over 100 years; and
WHEREAS: The experiences available to the University of Wisconsin Regents at this meeting have provided a futuristic vision of – the Wisconsin Idea – using new technology to provide opportunities to utilize the research and knowledge base of our universities so that people of Wisconsin and throughout the world can improve their lives; and
WHEREAS: The warm and gracious hospitality extended throughout this visit by Chancellor Al and Shirley Beaver and by the UW-Extension faculty and staff is deeply appreciated;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents hereby extends sincere thanks to the University of Wisconsin-Extension and all those who contributed to making this meeting a truly inspiring experience.
At 10:30 a.m., the Board recessed for 15 minutes. The Board reconvened in open session at 10:45 a.m., at which time Regent Smith moved adoption of the following resolution. The motion was seconded by Regent Randall and adopted on a unanimous roll-call vote, with Regents Barry, Benson, Boyle, Brandes, DeBraska, DeSimone, James, MacNeil, Marcovich, Mohs, Olivieri, Randall, Smith and Staszak voting in the affirmative (14). There were no dissenting votes.
Resolution 7858: That, the Board of Regents recess into closed session, to consider honorary degree nominations at UW-Milwaukee, UW-Whitewater, UW-Superior and UW-Oshkosh, as permitted by S.19.85(l)(f), Wis. Stats.; to consider compensation matters, as permitted by S.19l85(1)(c), Wis. Stats., and to confer with legal counsel, as permitted by S.19.85(a)(g), Wis. Stats.
The Board arose from executive session at 11:35 a.m., having adopted the following resolutions:
UW-Madison: Base Salary Adjustment
Resolution 7861: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the President of the University of Wisconsin system, the board approves a base salary adjustment, effective February 1, 1999, for Barry Alvarez, Intercollegiate Athletics, resulting in a salary of A$201,780, and a change in annual appointment from 11 to 12 months.
UW-Madison: Authorization to Appoint
Resolution 7862: 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 appoint Edward A. Silver as Professor in the School of Education, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, at a salary of C$130,000 (if September, 199 start-date), or C$136,500 (if September, 2000 start-date).
UW-Madison: Base Salary Adjustment
Resolution 7863: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the board approves a base salary adjustment, effective February 1, 1999, for Paul Ludden, Professor of Biochemistry and Executive Associate Dean, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, resulting in a salary of A$125,000.
UW-Madison: Temporary Base Salary Adjustment
Resolution 7864: That, upon recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the President of the University of Wisconsin System, the board approves a temporary base salary adjustment, effective Semester II, 1998-99, for David Gustafson, Professor, Industrial Engineering, resulting in a salary of C$125,284.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 a.m.
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Judith A. Temby, Secretary