UVU BOARD OF TRUSTEES
March 19, 2009
7 p.m., S213c
Board of Trustees Members Present
Janette Hales Beckham
Daniel W. Campbell
Joni Tuttle
Timothy R. Clark
Paul B. Clyde
Steven J. Lund
Doyle M. Mortimer
Terry E. Shoemaker
Joseph Watkins
Board of Trustee Members Excused
Greg Butterfield
J. Scott Jenkins
Carolyn H. Merrill
UVU Regular Attendees
Elizabeth J. Hitch, Interim President
Chuck Allison, Faculty Senate President
Cory Duckworth, Vice President Student Affairs
Mohammed El-Saidi, Interim Academic Vice President
Vincent Fordiani, Special Assistant to President for Constituent Relations
Val Hale, Vice President Advancement and Marketing
Linda Makin, Executive Director of Planning and Budget
Clint Moser, PACE President
Karen Olsen, Secretary to the Board
Val Peterson, Vice President Administration and Legislative Affairs
Guests
Bob Hansen, Executive Director of Foundation Board
Art McKinlay, Associate Vice President for Advancement
Bruce Parker, Associate Academic Vice President
Brent Turner, Internal Auditor
Dinner guests were President Matthew Holland and his wife, Paige, and members of the Utah County delegation and
their guests including Brad Daw, Lorie Fowlke, David Hinkins, Mark Madsen, Kraig Powell, and John Valentine.
I.
ACTION
A.
Curriculum. Interim Vice President El-Saidi asked if there were any questions on the proposed
curriculum changes. The name change from Physical Education and Recreation to Kinesiology and Outdoor
Recreation is being held. Question was asked on the wording of the name change to Public and Community Health
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Speech Communication. Both are commonly used at other institutions so are more consistent and
recognizable for students. Trustee Campbell motioned for approval of the following curriculum changes. Trustee
Lund seconded. Voting was unanimous.
Stand-alone Minor in French
Stand-alone Minor in Languages
Minor in Digital Media
Integrated Studies Emphasis in Art History
Integrated Studies Emphasis in Graphic Design
Integrated Studies Emphasis in Photography
Integrated Studies Emphasis in German
Deletion of Recreation Emphasis from AA/AS Physical Education
Name change of Communication Theory and Practice emphasis in BA/BS Communication to
Speech Communication
Name change of Database Administration emphasis in BS Information Technology to Database Administration and
Security
Name change of Enterprise Systems emphasis in BS Information Technology to Web Administration and Security
Name change of Peer Tutoring to Academic Tutoring
Name change of Academic Tutoring to Tutoring and Academic Skills Services (TASS)
Name change of Learning Assistance to Learning Strategies Support Center
Dept name change from Community Health to Public and Community Health
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Deletion of Electrical Automation emphasis and Semiconductor Instrumentation and Maintenance emphasis from
AAS Electrical Automation and Robotics Technology
B.
Student Fees. Joseph Watkins, Student body President and Trustee, distributed a handout on the
requested student fee schedule for 2009-10. He explained student fees are separate from tuition. Student Council
is very responsible with the money from these fees and are responsible for deciding what to fund. They have
requested an increase of $10 mostly to cover contractual agreements, and have been able to reallocate other funds.
Trustee Mortimer motioned for approval of the 2009-10 Student Fee request. Trustee Shoemaker seconded.
Voting was unanimous. Joseph noted Trevor Tooke will be the Student body President for 2009-10.
C.
2nd Tier Tuition Increase for 2009-10. Linda Makin, Executive Director of Planning and Budget,
explained in the state of Utah tuition is done by tiers. 1st tier is set by the Regents and is the same for all USHE
institutions and is typically utilized for compensation. This year the Regents will be recommending a 1% 1st tier
increase to be used for need based aid and for unfunded mandatory costs. 2nd tier tuition is determined at the
institution level and is used to directly benefit the institution. Truth in Tuition hearing was held, with no students
concerns expressed. A 6-10% 2nd tier tuition increase is proposed with the majority to be used to offset the budget
reductions. Remainder will be used to fund strategic directions and operational needs to advance the quality of the
institution. The proposal translates to a 1st tier increase of $16 per full-time student and a 2nd tier increase of $122
for both resident and non-resident full time students. Masters of Education student tuition would increase $13.70
per credit for resident and $13.90 per credit for non-resident. The Master of Nursing credit would be set at $325
for resident and $1044 for non-resident. Ms. Makin noted PELL grant maximums will increase by $619 next year,
and applications for scholarships and both the Honors and Leadership program have increased dramatically.
Trustee Clark motioned for approval of the 2009-10 2nd Tier Tuition increase of between 6-10%. Trustee Watkins
seconded. Voting was unanimous.
D.
Policies
139. Cost Sharing. Vice President El-Saidi explained this policy is controlled by federal laws and procedures
and the purpose is to ensure we are following these laws in a consistent manner. Trustee Lund motioned
or approval of Policy 139. Cost Sharing. Trustee Campbell seconded. Voting was unanimous.
640. Faculty Sabbatical Leave. Vice President E-Saidi said sabbaticals provide an opportunity for faculty to
participate in scholarly activities, but is not an entitlement. Faculty must have completed six years of full-time
teaching and be tenured before applying. They can apply for a one or two semester leave – one semester leave is
funded at 100% and two semester leave at 80% of salary. They must wait an additional six years before
reapplying. Trustee Mortimer suggested moving last sentence under Purpose to #7 under Eligibility. Trustee
Mortimer motioned for approval of Policy 640. Sabbatical as amended. Trustee Shoemaker seconded. Voting was
unanimous.
II.
GENERAL CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
B.
C.
Minutes of February 12, 2009 Board of Trustees Meeting
Human Resources Report for January and February 2009
Investment Report for January 2009
D.
Sorensen Student Center Build Out. Vice President Peterson explained Utah Campus Credit Union has
asked for more space for their operation. This space will be leased back to them and in return UVU will be doing
the construction for the build out. The cost of construction requires Trustee approval. Question was asked about a
renewable contract, and Vice President Peterson said we want to make sure it aligns with the lease and contract so
an RFP can be completed for both. We are currently in the 3rd year of the current lease, so this would give them an
additional five year lease. It is $166.66 per sq/ft, which is consistent with mall lease space. Their current space
will be given to the Bookstore. Question was asked whether the cost of construction is competitive. There will be
a competitive bid, but price listed is suggested by DFCM. The request is to approve the budget, not the actual
expenditure. The UCCU signing bonus will be used to pay for construction. Trustees will be informed of final
bid.
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E.
Revision to 2009-10 Institutional Interest Income Budget. This revision will be used to make
renovations to the institutional residence. After assessment of the residence it was determined upgrades need to be
made, and adjustment will be made to accommodate the family.
Trustee Campbell motioned for approval of General Consent Calendar. Trustee Watkins seconded. Voting was
unanimous.
III.
INFORMATION
A.
Audit Committee Yearly Report. Dan Campbell, Audit Committee Chair, reported he, Janette
Beckham, President Hitch, Val Peterson and Brent Turner met with the Regent Audit Committee to report on audit
issues and reviews at UVU. He reported the audit committee has a good working relationship with administration
and have been kept aware of any issues of concern, and legal situations as reported by the Attorney General’s
office. The university has a strong financial staff, as noted by the State Auditor’s who congratulated the UVU
team. There is a concern with IT security, but he is pleased with the institution’s commitment to add one more risk
assessment position. Financial statements had no significant issues, but there were some issues related to grants
programs where changes are being made. Brent Turner has made significant improvements to the risk assessment
program over the past year and is making a transition to identify things that are more targeted for reporting through
the President. They have added a new member to the audit committee, Dana Jackson, who is with the firm of
PriceWaterhouse Coopers, has volunteered his time on the risk assessment. Mr. Turner was thanked for his good
work.
B.
Fund Raising. Vice President Val Hale referred to the Trustee Oath of Office which indicates one of the
major responsibilities of the Trustees is facilitating communication with the community and fund raising. He
introduced Art McKinley, who is the Associate Vice President for Development and Bob Hansen, who is the
Executive Director of the Foundation Board. Both are very qualified with much experience. They gave a short
presentation on fund raising. Mr. McKinley reviewed fundraising over the past four years, and indicated the trend
is still rising. Bob Hansen said during the past year the Foundation lost about 28% of its investments or around $4
million, which translated to a loss of 230 scholarships. The Foundation voted to rescind the mandate on portfolio
mix, they have met with donors to make them aware of the situation, and will keep scholarships as the top fund
raising priority. Their vision is to significantly increase resources by aligning academic prominence with donor
interests on a local, regional and national level. Funding priorities also include the Science Building, Center for the
Arts, and the Business School.
C.
Change in June Trustee Meeting. Karen Olsen, Board Secretary, asked if Trustees were available to
meet in the afternoon of June 11, as the UVUPhoria II Concert is being held that night at 7 p.m. It was decided
Trustee meeting will begin at 3 p.m. and conclude with dinner.
D.
President’s Report. President Hitch gave an update: a) spring enrollment had a headcount increase of
1783 students, and FTE increase of 1405. We are now the second largest university in the state, b) Robyn
Fairbanks is second in the nation in scoring for women’s basketball and was named Division I Independent Player
of the Year, c) Ryan Toolson led the country in free throw shooting with a 92.7%, and was one of the top ten
scorers in the nation. He is the all time leading scorer at UVU and scored the highest numbers of points is one
game (63), d) space summit was held, and most requests for space have been determined. Space will be available
with the remodel of the Student Success Center (old library). There will be a ribbon cutting in the fall. e) Alumni
House and Visitors Center renovation is being completed. f) Track and Field will be a great addition. A new base
and berm is being completed for drainage for the track, which has an anticipated fall completion, g) Science
Building addition has been awarded $3 million in planning money. h) Matt Holland will be the 6th President of
UVU. His exact starting date has not been determined, but plans for the transition are moving forward.
Trustee Mortimer motioned to move to Executive Session to consider matters permitted by the Utah Open and
Public Meetings Act. Trustee Clark seconded. Voting was unanimous.
Trustee Clark motioned to return to Open Session. Trustee Lund seconded. Voting was unanimous.
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E.
Rank Advancements and Sabbatical Requests. Trustee Watkins motioned to approve recommendations
for rank advancement and sabbatical. Trustee Clark seconded. Voting was unanimous. Those approved are listed
as follows:
Rank Advancements
Clayton Brown, Assistant Professor, Developmental Mathematics
Marcus Jorgensen, Assistant Professor, Developmental Mathematics
Jeffrey Bulger, Professor, Philosophy and Humanities
Robert Carney, Professor, English and Literature
Alan Clarke, Professor, Integrated Studies
Laura Hamblin, Professor, English and Literature
Daniel Horns, Professor, Earth Science
Rick McDonald, Professor, English and Literature
Gary Measom, Professor, Nursing
Nancy Peterson, Professor, Elementary Education
Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Professor, Computer Science
Those not approved at this time were:
Todd Low, Automotive Technologies
Gary Noll, Emergency Services
Sabbatical Leave for academic year 2009-10
Lawrence Gray, Biology
Catherine Stephen, Biology
Faridul Islam, Finance and Economics
Susan Madsen, Management
David Knowlton, Behavioral Science
Nancy Rushforth, Integrated Studies/Humanities
Christine Weigel, Humanities and Philosophy
Sabbatical Leave for Fall 2009 semester
Janis Wellington, English and Literature
Sandy McGunnigal-Smith, Behavioral Science
F.
Honorary Degree Naming. Trustee Campbell motioned for approval of the following honorary degree
naming and request for an Honorary degree to be given in September. Trustee Mortimer seconded. Voting was
unanimous.
Thomas S. Monson – Honorary Doctorate of Communications
Frances Monson – Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters
Phyllis Christensen – Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters
President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (Honorary degree to be
presented in September)
Meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.