Board of Regents

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

of the

BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM

UW-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin

Held in Cartwright Center, Valhalla B

Friday, October 6, 2000

9:00 a.m.

REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE SYSTEM 6

REPORT OF THE BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE 10

REPORT OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE 12

REPORT OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND FUNDING COMMITTEE 15

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

of the

BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SYSTEM

UW-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin

Held in Cartwright Center, Valhalla B

Friday, October 6, 2000

9:00 a.m.

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There being no additions or corrections, the minutes of the September 8, 2000, meeting of the Board stood approved as distributed.

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Regent President Smith stated the Board's pleasure to visit the beautiful UW- La Crosse campus and to observe all the changes made in recent years. The Board appreciated learning more about the university's special programs and talking with leaders of the campus and community.

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Regent President Smith introduced Rollo Taylor, the 1999 Oktoberfest Festmaster and his entourage. Welcoming the Board and other visitors to La Crosse, Mr. Taylor noted that USA Today rated La Crosse's Oktoberfest among the top 10 in the world. A retired UW-La Crosse faculty member, Mr. Taylor is one of many faculty and staff involved in community service by sponsoring this festival and other programs over the course of the year.

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Written reports on the August 28 and September 27 meetings of the Wisconsin Technical College System Board were provided to the Regents.

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Regent President Smith noted that written report of the October 4^th meeting of the Hospital Authority Board had been distributed. Regent DeSimone congratulated UW Hospital for being ranked second in numbers of transplants performed and first in the success rate of transplants.

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Regent President Smith reported that planning for the Economic Summit is progressing well. 25,000 postcards announcing the event are being distributed, the Summit Web Site continues to be updated and people now are able to register on line. He predicted a large turnout and urged early registration. Noting that members of the Statewide Steering Committee also are listed on the Web Site, he called on regional committee leaders to report on the status of activities in their areas.

Chancellor Sorensen, UW-Stout, indicated that the region he coordinates, along with Chancellor Mash of UW-Eau Claire, is the Chippewa Valley area, including Dunn, Eau Claire, and Chippewa counties. Initial sessions were held early in September for about two dozen people who helped to organize participation by business and education leaders. About 150 people attended the listening session held on September 29. Chancellor Sorensen's observations were that there is great enthusiasm for Wisconsin's role in the new economy and that people see the UW as key to success to the state's success. With the UW's leadership, Chancellor Mash added, the conversation also has been expanded to other statewide issues.

Chancellor Reilly noted that UW - Extension is coordinating four regions across the state - the La Crosse area, the River Falls area, the northern tier of the state, and the central region. Recommendations from each region will be combined into a super-regional report that will be taken to the Summit in a format that will allow quick assessment of common themes, as well as unique themes in each region. In coordinating this effort, Chancellor Reilly worked with Chancellor Lydecker, of UW-River Falls, Chancellor Erlenbach, of UW-Superior, Chancellor George, of UW-Stevens Point, and Interim Chancellor Hastad, of UW-La Crosse.

On September 12, both the La Crosse and River Falls areas had task force meetings; and The Central Wisconsin Task Force met on September 15. The Northern Wisconsin public forum included about 35-40 people, representing private business, governmental agencies, the university, elected officials, and the Red Cliff Chippewa Tribe. Also participating was Dennis Winters, an economist who worked with former Senior Vice President David J. Ward on the initial analysis that undergirds thinking for the new economy. Recommendations include attracting high tech professionals to the Chequamegon Bay area, teaching children skills and attitudes necessary for a knowledge-based economy, starting a public company to acquire and relocate early-stage businesses to the area, and creating an incubator for early-stage technology companies.

The River Falls public forum was attended by 150 to 200 people representing industry, government, the university, elected officials, and technical colleges. The forum, facilitated by Chancellor Lydecker, heard from three speakers and then broke into small groups to address the seven areas of emphasis for the summit: building quality jobs, educating the work force, enlarging venture capital investment, enhancing the regulatory climate, improving Wisconsin's fiscal future and entrepreneurial climate, enhancing key infrastructures, and building a distinctive brand image for Wisconsin.

The Task Force for the Central Wisconsin region commented that the state must be willing to change its image, its approach to diverse populations and its attitude toward progress. It must be willing to accept new ideas, new industries and new populations, while retaining the goals of natural resource preservation and a high quality of life. The upcoming forum will connect UW-Stevens Point with 10 remote sites to enhance participation. One benefit of the summit, Chancellor George pointed out, is bringing the 13-county region together with the university to talk about regional economic development and other regional issues.

The La Crosse Area Task Force planning session, featuring a presentation by David J. Ward, generated a great deal of enthusiasm for new economy initiatives. Thinking beyond the Summit, the group wants to continue to work on a number of issues, including an area venture capital pool to attract and retain high tech business.

UW-Superior Chancellor Julius Erlenbach reported that, in the Northern region listening session, it was clear that people are looking to the university to act as a catalyst and bring groups together to address new economy issues.

UW-Milwaukee Provost John Wanat indicated that Southeast Wisconsin has a 50-member advisory board, drawn from Kenosha, Racine, Ozaukee, Washington, Waukesha, and Milwaukee counties. These people represent groups from business, labor, elected and appointed governmental leaders and agencies, and higher education. Listening sessions will be held and survey data will be collected.

Noting that the private sector already has contributed $100,000 to the new economy effort, Provost Wanat indicated that the most dramatic initiative is the launching of TechStar, which involves public/private collaboration for economic growth.

Regent Axtell reported that, as a member of Forward Janesville, he was able to participate in successful efforts to energize the Janesville and Beloit areas. A survey conducted by Forward Janesville has generated ideas that are being synthesized into six themes to be presented at a listening session. These themes deal with such matters as venture capital, regulatory restrictions, business incubators, etc.

Another benefit of the new economy effort, he noted, is creation of a new coalition of educational institutions in Janesville among K-12 schools, UW-Rock County, Beloit College, UW-Whitewater, and Blackhawk Technical College. This group is joining together and dialoging with the business community. Other planned events include a breakfast with UW System officers and a listening session with Regent President Smith and President Lyall.

Regent Mohs observed that the journey to the Summit, including organization, discussion, and listening sessions, has produced the valuable result of bringing people together and focusing attention on the new economy effort. He encouraged all Regents to attend at least one listening session.

Regent Smith concurred that there is great enthusiasm for the Summit and surrounding activities, involving hundreds of people. He called on Regent Krutsch to report on a one-day economic summit recently conducted by the State of Minnesota.

Noting that about 1200 people attended the Minnesota summit on September 20^th, Regent Krutsch reported that keynote speeches were made by Governor Jessie Ventura and Alan Murray, the Washington Bureau chief of the Wall Street Journal. While the program was excellent, it did not have regional input and was focused primarily on the Minneapolis area. Conclusions included encouraging more extensive collaboration among the state, the university, and the business community; asking the university to prepare and graduate more students in high tech and science areas and to conduct more research in areas that translate to technology transfer; and encouraging more entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial thinking in education and research. While speakers noted the importance of venture capital, they pointed out that capital flows automatically to good ideas that are judged to be sound investments.

Mr. Murray spoke of globalization, including elimination of barriers and tariffs, deregulation and expansion of market forces, and changes brought about by the internet and other high tech advances. He pointed out that, instead of the predicted depersonalizing effect, technology actually has had the effect of making things more customized and personal. He also suggested that existing businesses change their focus to incorporate high technology.

Outlining the format of the Wisconsin Economic Summit, Regent President Smith said it will begin on Wednesday, November 29, at 1:00 p.m., with opening remarks by himself and President Lyall. After that, there will be power-point presentations from each of the five regions of the state. The day will conclude with the Governor's reception and speech. On November 30^th, there will be keynote speakers and concurrent sessions/panels pertaining to the seven key issues: (1) Building quality jobs; (2) enlarging venture capital; (3) improving the regulatory climate; (4) educating the work force; (5) improving the state's fiscal future and entrepreneurial climate; (6) enhancing the infrastructure, and (7) building a distinctive brand image for the state in the new economy. Forty white papers are being prepared and will be accessible on the Web prior to the Summit.

On Friday, December 1, there will be a keynote speaker and presentations about what was learned the previous day. The intent is to bring the issues together and develop five or six major position points. The program for that day also will include a legislative panel and representation from business, education, community and government.

Regent Brandes commented that the Summit provides a rare opportunity to bring key leaders together. From the business perspective, she hoped CEOs themselves will attend, since they are the ones who can accomplish what is needed. She suggested that they be sent personal invitations in order to encourage attendance. They would be most interested, she felt, in roundtables and the opportunity to interact with other CEO's, and less interested in areas like regulatory climate, since many are global companies. If these companies develop a network, support each other and share information, she thought there would be a greater chance of keeping them in the state and growing here.

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Regent President Smith noted that the Regent retreat in August led to developing three main priorities for the Board in the coming year: 1) Developing the UW role in the Wisconsin economy; 2) Student access to the UW; and 3) Management flexibility and accountability. These topics will be regularly updated and brought to the agenda for discussion in all-Regent sessions.

In addition, the Education Committee, Business and Finance Committee, and Physical Planning and Funding Committee each is developing its own priorities and being asked to maintain a "score board" for ease in assessing progress. These measures, Regent President Smith commented, are intended to make the Board more effective through focus of effort upon agreed-upon priorities.

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Regent President Smith congratulated Regent DeSimone, who has been honored as the outstanding business leader of Kenosha County. In addition, Regent Smith thanked Regent and Mrs. DeSimone for their generous gift to UW-Parkside for the Student Activities Center. In recognition of that gift, the gymnasium and strength and fitness center were being named in honor of the DeSimones.

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Regent President Smith reported that Patricia Takemoto, who had served as Assistant Secretary for several years, had left System Administration to take a position with Learning Innovations, leaving the position of Assistant Secretary vacant.

Upon motion by Regent Axtell, seconded by Regent Mohs, Cheryle Goplin was unanimously elected Assistant Secretary of the Board.

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Announcing formation of a Committee on Board Effectiveness, Regent President Smith explained that creation of this committee stems from discussion at the recent Regent retreat. The intent is to make the Board as effective as it can be and to operate as efficiently as possible. The membership consists of Regent Krutsch, Chair, Regent Barry, Regent Boyle, and Regent Olivieri.

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President Lyall called upon Interim Provost Ron Rada to introduce the presentation on the River Studies Center and its partnerships. Dr. Rada began by recognizing Dr. Tom Claflin, the founder of the Center and its first director. Dr. Claflin viewed River Studies as a way to make a unique contribution to teaching, research and serving the region. His philosophy of high expectations has persisted over the years and has enabled the Center to prosper regionally and nationally. One of the main reasons for the Center's success, Dr. Rada remarked, is its numerous and innovative partnerships with government, local agencies and industry. These partnerships, he commented, are national models in collaboration and provide outstanding opportunities for students, faculty and partners, as well as great value to the taxpayers. He introduced Dr. Mark Sandheinrich, Director, who presented the following information about the Center.

The River Studies Center (RSC) is a non-curricular unit created in 1970 in the College of Science and Allied Health to focus on research and informational program pertinent to the Upper Mississippi River and other aquatic resources. The 13 members of the RSC are full-time teaching faculty from the departments of biology, microbiology, geography and earth science, and history. Early research projects of the RSC were confined to the ecology of the Mississippi River and have subsequently expanded to include studies on aquatic resources in northern Wisconsin, eastern and western United States, Russia, and Antarctica. Since 1990, the RSC has received more than $6.5 million in funding to support research and research training on the Mississippi River, its tributaries, lakes in the upper Midwest, and laboratory studies.

A strength of the RSC is developing partnerships with state and federal natural resource agencies, such as the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. One of the most rewarding accomplishments of the past decade has been the establishment of a formal Cooperative Education Agreement with the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center, a research laboratory with the U.S. Geological Survey. This synergistic partnership, which is a national model for collaboration between federal agencies and state universities, provides numerous grants and creates new research and learning opportunities for faculty and students that would not be possible without this unique relationship. During the previous 5 years, the USGS has provided more than $4.5 million dollars to UWL for support of faculty, staff, and students working at the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center. Annually, more than 40 undergraduates are employed or volunteer as interns with the U.S. Geological Survey. Since 1990, RSC faculty and USGS scientists have jointly obtained more than $1.5 million in competitive grants from non-USGS sources, co-authored more than 30 articles in peer-reviewed journals and made more than 100 presentations at national and international conferences. Students are not only the primary beneficiaries of our interactions but are critical to our partnership. They are an integral part of RSC research and most publications are co-authored with students.

The next decade promises even greater opportunities for faculty and students. In January, Dr. James Wiener, UWL's first Wisconsin Distinguished Professor will join the River Studies Center. As a member of the River Studies Center, he will continue his internationally recognized research on natural resource issues of economic and societal importance. He will strengthen and expand the RSC's excellent collaborative research and teaching partnerships with leading resource agencies and industry. The University's students will benefit immensely from his research expertise, knowledge, and experiences.

In conclusion, Dr. Sandheinrich emphasized that the River Studies Center is a national leader in establishing rewarding partnerships in educating students and conducting research that supports the science-based management that is so critical to the sustainability of natural resources, and consequently, to the vitality of Wisconsin's economy.

Regent Brandes asked how the UW could get information about outstanding programs like River Studies to prospective students. Dr. Sandheinrich indicated that brochures on the environmental science concentration and the College of Science and Allied Health are provided to local and regional high schools. The program also is highlighted on UW-La Crosse's Web site.

Regent Brandes suggested focusing a meeting on how to communicate to the best and brightest Wisconsin high school students about the outstanding programs available in the UW System. It is programs like this, she felt, that are the most important factor in keeping top students in Wisconsin.

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Presenting preliminary fall enrollment numbers, President Lyall noted that the UW System has consistently served over 30% of Wisconsin high school graduating classes, ranking fourth nationally.

UW applications on-line increased from 7,500 in 1998 to 25,000 in 2000 - about a third of total undergraduate application volume. This proportion is expected to increase along with the university's e-business approach to many other functions across the institution. Still being worked on is the question of how to facilitate on-line payment of application fees and tuition.

Preliminary enrollment figures for fall show total enrollments of approximately 131,500 FTE, about four tenths of a percent above target and well within the allowable variances of plus or minus one percent. This number includes one thousand additional access slots provided in the last budget.

The new freshman class is highly qualified, nearly half of them ranking in the top quarter of their high school graduating class and nearly 20% of them ranking in the top 10% of their high school class.

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Noting that loan default rates for Wisconsin students are very low, President Lyall compared the rate for UW students of 3.3% with the national default rate of 6.9%. Loans constitute two-thirds of a typical financial aid package, she pointed out, and low default rates are essential to ensuring continued availability of loan funds for the next generation of borrowers. Universities across the country, she added, are urging Congress to raise the maximum Pell grant amounts as a way of beginning to reverse the trend toward more loans and fewer grants.

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President Lyall reported that, as part of a state-to-province collaboration agreement, she had signed a Declaration of Understanding with the Province of Quebec "to expand scholarly ties, facilitate academic cooperation, and promote understanding" between the Rectors of Quebec universities and the UW System. The purpose of the agreement is to facilitate an exchange of students between the two countries. Noting that Quebec is a leader in Canada's new economy with substantial job growth in biotechnology and e-business, she pointed out that this is one of the many initiatives being undertaken to expand international opportunities for UW students.

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As an example of rapidly growing collaboration between two and four-year UW institutions, President Lyall reported that UW-Milwaukee and UW-Fond du Lac have developed plans to offer a BA degree in Global Studies, a BA degree in Global Management, and a BS degree in Information Resources at UW-Fond du Lac. Students at the Fond du Lac campus also will be eligible to participate in UW-Milwaukee's international travel programs. These collaborative programs, the President observed, are rapidly turning two-year UW campuses into full service opportunities for thousands of students across the state.

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It was reported by President Lyall that UW-Madison faculty have received two large grants from the National Science Foundation. The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center has been awarded an $11.7 million grant to support a cluster of researchers working on problems relating to silicon and the semiconductor industry. This, she pointed out, is an important investment in a cutting edge new economy field and an example of the importance of cross-disciplinary research teams. More than 30 faculty and staff will work on the team that receives these funds.

The second award was to Thomas Osborn, UW-Madison Professor of Agronomy, who is heading a multi-campus team that will receive a five-year, $5 million grant for on-going work in plant biology. UW-Madison also is part of a $600,000 grant to advance work in plant genomics. These types of awards, she pointed out, demonstrate that Wisconsin's edge in biotechnology is being recognized and is paying off.

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President Lyall commended UW-Parkside and UW-Milwaukee for being selected to receive the first diversity awards from the State Department of Employment Relations. Twenty-two percent of UW-Parkside's new hires last year were people of color - a significant gain. UW-Milwaukee received honorable mention for a series of innovative career tracking and training programs that have increased the number of women and minority persons in job categories where they were underrepresented. A diverse staff, she pointed out, helps to create a more diverse student body by creating professional models that students can emulate.

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History Professor James Lorence, UW-Marathon County, was congratulated by President Lyall for being chosen to receive the Governor's Humanities Award for his book. "The Suppression of 'Salt of the Earth'", which was published last year. The award will be presented by Governor Thompson and Regent Emeritus Dreyfus.

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President Lyall reported that Susan Chamberlain, Director of the UW System Administration Office of Payroll and Staff Benefits, has been honored by her colleagues with the Eugene Craven Award for service to others within the System. Ms. Chamberlain's research and legislative testimony helped to achieve important statutory changes, including first-day pickup of health insurance for unclassified staff and elimination of the death benefit cliff.

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Regent Marcovich, Chair, presented the Committee's report.

The Business and Finance Committee unanimously approved Resolutions 8227 - 8228. Regent Marcovich moved their adoption as consent agenda items by the Board of Regents. Regent DeSimone seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.

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Ron Lostetter, Assistant Chancellor, and Dorothy Zeisler-Vralsted, Assistant to the Provost, presented an informative look at how UW-La Crosse is influencing the community and surrounding area. Health services is a major employer in the area and UW-La Crosse has instituted programs designed to address special needs, including the Dosimetry Certification Program in the College of Science and Allied Health, a Bachelor of Liberal Studies Degree and a Complementary Alternative Health Practices Certificate Program as well as an MBA program. The University appreciates support from the Board of Regents in removing the position control restraint, in focusing on technology and other innovations, in providing support for collaborative programs and partnerships, in improving support services for nontraditional students, and in faculty development.

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Associate Vice President Brooks reported that during 1999-2000, faculty and teaching academic staff used an average of 1.2 sick leave days; nonteaching academic staff used an average of 3.6 days. These amounts are within the normal range over the past ten years.

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The committee agreed upon the following goals for the upcoming year:

1) Flexibility/Accountability, including position control for the Board and; 2) exploring ways to encourage economic development, including possible use of investments for venture capital as consistent with the fiduciary responsibility to maximize returns.

Regent Barry expressed concern that some faculty and students believe the Board should focus less attention on investments and funding and more on educational issues.

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Vice President Durcan reported that UW-Madison has finished negotiating their federal indirect cost rate and the UW System negotiated on behalf of all the comprehensive institutions.

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At a portion of the meeting to which all Regents were invited, Associate Vice President for Policy Analysis and Research, Frank Goldberg, presented an Occasional Research Brief on Access to the UW System for Wisconsin High School Graduates. In the Fall of 1999 the UW System access rate was 33 percent, an increase of eight percentage points since the Fall of 1976. In Fall 1999 the access rate for female resident immediate new freshman was 35 percent; for male, 28 percent. While the access rate for students of color has remained relatively stable since 1995, enrollments of immediate new freshmen of color increased by 35 percent. In Fall 1999: 1) the application rate (proportion of high school graduates who apply) was 45 percent; 2) the admission rate (proportion of applicants who are admitted) was 94 percent; and 3) the yield rate (proportion of admits who enroll) was 79 percent.

In response to Regent Krutsch, Associate V.P. Goldberg noted that when compared with states that have two-year colleges, Wisconsin's access rate drops from fourth highest in the nation to the eighth highest. Regent Krutsch suggested it may be useful to know if a relationship exists between access and graduation rates.

Noting a disparity in the number of males and females enrolled in UW institutions, Regent Mohs suggested examining whether university actions have influenced this situation. UW System President Lyall agreed that this topic is worthy of further research and consideration.

Regent Boyle encouraged examining why UW institutions do not attract a higher percentage of high school graduates with high ACT scores. Associate V.P. Goldberg speculated that strong competition from private institutions plays a role.

The state needs to develop strategies to encourage more boys to take the ACT examination, suggested Regent Olivieri. He felt a more direct concern to the UW System is the issue of measurable differences between the number of applications and yield for students of color, and urged the UW System to strive to increase access to higher education.

Regent Barry questioned the access rate as an appropriate measure of performance and proposed graduation/retention rates as a better measure of success.

Regent Marcovich noted the need for information as to why only 50 percent of ACT takers apply to UW institutions.

Regent President Smith remarked that access is one of the board's top three priorities for 2000-01 and encouraged strategies for addressing the gender issue.

Following this portion of the meeting, the Committee reconvened.

The Committee's report was presented by Regent Brandes, Chair.

Regent Brandes presented Resolutions 8229 - 8230, 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 Benson and carried unanimously.

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Interim Senior Vice President Gary Thibodeau reviewed a three-part strategy for the committee’s 2000-01. These include:

Interim Senior Vice President Thibodeau thanked Secretary John Benson and the Department of Public Instruction staff for their success in obtaining a U.S. Department of Education Title II Teacher Quality program grant, which is designed to promote PK-16 partnerships.

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Interim Senior Vice President Thibodeau introduced a presentation highlighting several of UW-La Crosse’s Allied Health programs. The presentation emphasized the collaborative nature and all-university focus of the university’s health-related programs, as well as their impact on both the region and the entire state.

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Ronald Rada, Interim Provost at UW-La Crosse, introduced a presentation titled, Directions in Health. Six of the university's allied health programs were profiled emphasizing the collaborative nature and all-university focus of these and other health related programs: 1) Radiation Therapy, 2) Physician Assistant, 3) Physical Therapy, 4) Masters of Public Health, 5) Athletic Training, and 6) Therapeutic Recreation.

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Regent James, Chair presented the Committee's report.

Unanimously approved by the Physical Planning and Funding Committee were Resolutions 8231 - 8232. Regent James moved their adoption by the Board of Regents as consent agenda items. The motion was seconded by Regent Gracz and carried unanimously.

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A report was distributed from Assistant Vice President Nancy Ives regarding the Building Commission's actions, which approved $5.5 million for various projects at their September meeting.

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Assistant Chancellor Larry Lebiecki updated the committee on their Campus Development Plan. The campus is making good progress in updating existing facilities. Major renovations and additions will be needed in the next several years.

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The Committee discussed three major goals for 2000-2001:

1. To determine a long-range plan for addressing deferred maintenance needs;
2. To begin formulating goals for preventive maintenance; and
3. To ensure that operating funds will be available when needed for new facilities.

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Upon motion by Regent James, and seconded by Regent Marcovich, the following resolution was adopted.

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Regent James moved the adoption of the following resolution. It was seconded by Regent Schneiders and unanimously approved.

The following resolution was moved by Regent James, seconded by Regent Randall and approved unanimously.

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Regent Barry presented the following resolution on behalf of the Board of Regents. The resolution was adopted by acclamation with a round of applause for UW-La Crosse.

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The Board recessed at 10:40 a.m., and reconvened at 11:00 a.m., at which time the following resolution, moved by Regent Randall, was adopted unanimously on a roll-call vote, with Regents Alexander, Axtell, Boyle, Brandes, DeSimone, Gottschalk, Gracz, James, Krutsch, Marcovich, Mohs, Olivieri, Randall, Schneiders, and Smith (15) voting in the affirmative. There were no dissenting votes and no abstentions.

The Board arose from Executive Session at 10:25 a.m., having adopted the following resolutions:

The following resolution was approved at the September Board of Regents Meeting, but not reported at that time, pending a formal announcement by the UW-Stout Chancellor.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 a.m.

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Judith A. Temby, Secretary