Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education
KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES
March 28, 2013
The Council of Trustees met on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at 4:04 p.m. in Stratton Administration
Building, room 301
PRESENT:
Dr. Charles Blocksidge .................................................................................. Mckees Rocks
Ms. Nicole Hawxhurst ………………………………………………………… Allentown
Mr. Thomas H. Heck ........................................................................................ Wyomissing
Ms. Dianne Lutz ..............................................................................................Wernersville
Mr. Richard Orwig, Chairperson ............................................................................. Reading
Mr. Guido Pichini ………………...…………………………………….Wyomissing Hills
Mr. Jacob Sayshen..... ........................................................................................... Kutztown
Ms. Ramona Turpin ... ............................................................................................. Reading
Mr. John Wabby ................................................................................................... Pottsville
ABSENT:
Mr. Roger Schmidt, Secretary …………………………………………………….Leesport
ALSO PRESENT:
Dr. F. Javier Cevallos, President
Ms. Elsa Collins, Chief of Staff to the President
Mr. Matthew Delaney, Senior Director of Budget and Business Services
Dr. William Dempsey, Dean, College of Business
Mr. Ron Devlin, Reading Eagle
Mr. Nathan Edwards, Student Presenter
Ms. Letecia Garcia, Student Trustee elect
Mr. John Green, Associate Vice President, Communication, Marketing and External Affairs
Mr. Jeffrey Grimm, Assistant Vice President, KU Facilities
Mr. Nicholas Imbesi, Safety Chair, Student Government Board
Mr. Kenneth Long, Assistant Vice President for Administration and Finance
Mr. Jesus Peña, Esq., Associate Vice President for Equity and Compliance
Mr. Gerald L. Silberman, Vice President for Administration and Finance
Ms. Pamela Vargas, Executive Director, Research Center
Mr. Robert Watrous, Dean of Students
Dr. Carole Wells, Vice Provost
Dr. Anne Zayaitz, Dean College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
1.
Call to Order
Chairperson Orwig called the meeting to order; a quorum being present.
2.
Remarks by the Council Chairperson
No remarks were presented by Mr. Orwig.
3.
Remarks by the Student Government Association President
Mr. Paul Keldsen, President of the Student Government Association, shared a brief report on
safety suggestions, as requested by Trustee Orwig. Mr. Orwig thanked Mr. Keldsen and noted
that safety and security on campus is everybody’s job.
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4.
Remarks by the University President
Dr. Cevallos thanked Mr. Keldsen for his input and stated that safety and security is very
important to him and his administration. President Cevallos noted that the recent incidents are
currently under investigation. His administration and the campus police are working with State
Policy to ensure whoever is responsible for these incidents is removed from the area. Dr. Cevallos
stated that this criminal behavior is not tolerated on campus and reiterated that student safety is
top priority for KU.
Dr. Cevallos noted that Michael Regensburger, campus radio manager, received the "Best News
Interview" award for his interview with Sister Simone Campbell at the Intercollegiate
Broadcasting System (IBS) Radio Awards on March 2, 2013. Other students were also nominated
in several categories.
Electronic Media student Mike Gdovin won the title “Student Member of the Year” at the 2013
Broadcasting Society Convention; this is the third time in the history of KU
Dr. Cevallos was pleased to inform the Trustees that our Ice Hockey team won their first
championship in their 19th year existence, and finished his remarks by noting that the Women’s
Rugby team continues undefeated.
5.
Public Comments
Student Trustee Hawxhurst reported on the Student Trustee Search process, which concluded
with the selection of Ms. Letecia Garcia, a double major in psychology and pre-med. Ms.
Hawxhurst noted that 12 students applied and eight were interviewed.
6.
Approval of Minutes, January 31, 2013
Upon motion duly made by Mr. Wabby seconded by Ms. Hawxhurst and carried, the minutes of
the January 31, 2013 meeting were approved as distributed.
7.
Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on Human Diversity
Ms. Turpin reported on committee discussions and reported on events that have occurred over the
last month; she noted that March is Women’s History Month and shared some of the events
organized by the Multicultural Center.
8.
Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on University Relations and Advancement
Ms. Lutz reported on committee discussions. Ms. Lutz highlighted news and events held by the
Communication, Marketing and External Affairs Division, and noted two new hires: Mr. David
Johnson as Assistant Director of University Relations and Bryan Salvadore, Sports Information
Director.
Ms. Lutz also noted that KU Foundation presented a progress report on the Sesquicentennial
Campaign, which has reached 88% of the goal.
9.
Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on Academic and Student Affairs
Dr. Blocksidge reported on committee discussions. Dr. Blocksidge mentioned that the committee
met with Jeffrey Werner, Director of the Grants Office. Their role is to facilitate the writing of
grants to provide funds in support of events and programs within the university.
10.
Student Presenter: Mr. Nathan Edwards, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Dr. Blocksidge asked Dr. Anne Zayaitz, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to
introduce Nathan, who graduated in May 2012 with a degree in Communication Studies and is
now back in Kutztown pursuing a graduate degree in Master in Public Administration.
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11.
Faculty Presenter: Dr. Lorri Engstrom, College of Business
Dr. William Dempsey, Dean of the College of Business, introduced Dr. Lorri Engstrom, Chair of
the Department of Sport Management. Dr. Engstrom shared her leadership philosophy and
explained the opportunities the sport business has and the reason why her department is growing
so much over the last years.
12.
Internship Agreements with Various Institutions and Kutztown University
These agreements establish a relationship whereby students may participate in practical
experience outside the traditional classroom setting.
 Allentown Art Museum, Allentown, PA – Fine Arts - new
 Babcock & Wilcox Power Generation Group, Hatfield, PA – Geography - new
 Bethlehem Planning Bureau, Bethlehem, PA – Geography - new
 Center for Diagnostic Nanosystems, Huntington, WV – Biology - new
 Centralized Strategic Placements, Washington, DC – Math - new
 Competitive Sports Complex, King of Prussia, PA - Sport Management - new
 Exeter High School, Reading, PA - Sport Management - new
 Freedom Valley YMCA, Limerick, PA - Sport Management - new
 Governor Mifflin High School, Shillington, PA - Sport Management - new
 Grand View Hospital, Sellersville, PA - Social Work - new
 Harrisburg City Islanders, Harrisburg, PA - Sport Management - new
 Harvest Hill Farm, Walden, VT – Geography - new
 Herbein & Company, Inc., Reading, PA – College of Business - new
 Hope Rescue Mission, Reading, PA – Psychology - new
 Methacton School District, Eagleville, PA – Sport Management - new
 New Arts Program, Kutztown, PA - Fine Arts - new
 PA Game Commission, Harrisburg, PA – Biology - new
 Phoenixville Area School District, Phoenixville - Sport Management – new
 Reading Public Library, Reading, PA – Library Science - new
 Sports International, Laurel, MD - Sport Management - new
 Valley Preferred Cycling Center, Breinigsville, PA – Sport Management -new
 Whitehall High School, Whitehall, PA - Sport Management- new
 YMCA of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA – Sport Management - new
 YMCA of Reading and Berks, Adamstown, PA – Sport Management - new
Dr. Blocksidge moved to approve the Internship Agreements as presented. Mr. Wabby seconded
the motion and it carried. (Exhibit A)
13.
Affiliation Agreements with a School District and Kutztown University
This agreement establishes a relationship whereby students from Kutztown University may
participate in a practicum or student teaching experience.
 Collegium Charter School, Exton, PA
Dr. Blocksidge moved to approve the Affiliation Agreement as presented. Mr. Pichini seconded
the motion and it carried. (Exhibit B)
14.
Summary of Committee Discussions -- Committee on Finance, Property and Audit
Mr. Heck reported on committee discussions.
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15.
Consent Agenda Items
Mr. Heck reported that the committee thoroughly reviewed the consent agenda items.
Purchases and Contracts under $100,000
Mr. Heck moved that the Council approve the Purchases and Contracts, under $100,000 and as
presented. Mr. Sayshen seconded the motion and it carried. (Exhibit C)
Purchases and Contracts $100,000 and Over
2013-38 Temporary Clerical Services (1 of 2)
2013-39 Temporary Clerical Services (2 of 2)
2013-40 Facilities Requirements Contract-Essential Repair Services (1 of 2)
2013-41 Facilities Requirements Contract-Essential Repair Services (2 of 2)
2013-42 Facilities Requirements Contract-Paving Maintenance (1 of 2)
2013-43 Facilities Requirements Contract-Paving Maintenance (2 of 2)
Mr. Heck moved that the Council approve the Purchases and Contracts, over $100,000 as
presented. Mr. Sayshen seconded the motion and it carried. (Exhibit D)
16.
Change to 2013-14 Room and Facility Rental Charges
This item is for information only. Action will be taken at the next meeting.
The university reviews on an annual basis the rates charged for use of campus rooms and
facilities by external groups and individuals, to ensure KU’s rental rates are competitive with the
local market and to recoup cost incurred by the University for this service.
17.
Memorandum of Understanding with the KU Foundation
This item is for information only. Action will be taken at the next meeting.
Mr. Orwig has asked to review the Memorandum of Understanding and it will be back on the
agenda of the May 9th meeting.
18.
Additional Action Items
No additional items were presented.
19.
Appointment of Nominating Committee
Mr. Orwig mentioned that he has appointed Ms. Ramona Turpin to chair this committee; Trustee
Turpin will recruit two other Trustees to be part of this committee.
20.
Kutztown University Succession Plan
Mr. Orwig noted that per Board of Governors policy, the Council of Trustees must approve an
order of succession which will identify in rank order, members of the executive management
team at the university who will act on behalf of the president in his absence, in the event that he is
unable to fulfill his responsibility, or in the event of a vacancy. Action will be taken at the next
meeting.
21.
PACT Update
Mr. Orwig noted that the next PACT conference will be held in Dixon Center, in Harrisburg, on
April 16-17, 2013. Mr. Orwig attended an executive committee meeting, two weeks ago, and was
able to review the agenda for the upcoming meeting, which promises to be very interesting.
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Mr. Pichini noted that the Conference will also host a forum for Trustees to share their
perspectives on what they look for in the next Chancellor.
22.
As May Arise
No as may arise were presented.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m.
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