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THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
THE VISITORS OF JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY
Volume XXXX No. 3
Minutes of the Meeting of March 30, 2007
The Visitors of James Madison University met Friday, March 30, 2007 in the Festival
Conference and Student Center Board Room on the campus of James Madison University. Mr.
Joseph Damico, Rector, called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
Bowles, Mark
Bridgeforth, Scott
Damico, Joseph, Rector
Devine, Ronald
Forbes, Lois
Foster, Charles
Grover, Chubby
Gunter, Meredith, Vice Rector
Hartman, James
Leeolou, Stephen
Murphy, E. Ray
Rivers, Wharton
Rogers, Larry
Strickler, Judy
Harper, Donna, Secretary
ABSENT:
Zecher, Linda
ALSO PRESENT:
Rose, Linwood, President
Brown, Douglas, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Carr, Joanne, Senior Vice President for Advancement
King, Charles, Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance
Warner, Mark, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs
Fuller, Stacy, Student Member 2006-07
Frederick, Joan, Speaker, Faculty Senate
Egle, Don, Director, Media Relations
Eickel, Brandon, President, Student Government Association
Wheeler, Susan, Policy and Legal Affairs Adviser
Knight, Jack, Attorney General’s Office
Wubah, Daniel, Special Assistant to the President
Mr. Joseph Damico, Rector recognized Stacy Fuller, Brandon Eickel, and Joan Frederick for
their contributions to the board this past year.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Mr. Bowles, seconded by Mrs. Strickler, the minutes of the January 5, 2007
meeting were approved.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Dr. Rose presented information on the following: (Attachment A)
1) Recognition of JMU Women’s basketball team; Coach Brooks – CAA Coach of the
Year; Meredith Alexis – CAA Player of the Year and Virginia Player of the Year;
2) Dr. Daniel Wubah has accepted the position of Associate Provost at the University of
Florida;
3) The Presidential Commission on Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability;
4) Adoption by JMU of ethanol blended fuel in all gasoline powered vehicles;
5) National awards recognized the Madison magazine, “Be the Change”, and the Centennial
Celebration;
6) JMU ranks 14th for Peace Corps volunteers;
7) More than 300 students participated in Alternative Spring Break;
8) Over 21,000 applications received for 2007-08;
9) Master of Arts degree in Political Science approved by SCHEV;
10) General Assembly session; and
11) James Madison Day on March 14, 2007.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Audit Committee
Mr. E. Ray Murphy, Chair presented the report of the Audit Committee. The minutes from the
September 29, 2006 meeting were approved. (Attachment B)
Mr. Murphy reported on the following topics from the committee meeting:
1) Preliminary operating budget was presented and approved;
2) Mid-year Status Report review;
3) Quality Assurance Review report; and
4) Audit reports issued since the last meeting were reviewed.
On motion of Mr. Murphy, seconded by Mr. Leeolou, the Audit report was accepted.
Development Committee
Mr. Steve Leeolou, Chair, presented the report of the Development Committee. The minutes
from the January 5, 2007 meeting were approved. (Attachment C).
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Mr. Leeolou reported on the following topics from the committee meeting:
1) Update on constituent relations;
2) Review of key performance indicators and implications for JMU;
3) Fundraising update; and
4) Centennial Campaign report.
On motion of Mr. Leeolou, seconded by Dr. Gunter, the Development report was accepted.
Education and Student Life
Dr. Meredith Gunter, Chair, presented the report of the Education and Student Life Committee.
The minutes from the January 5, 2007 meeting were approved. (Attachment D)
Dr. Gunter reported on the following topics from the committee meeting:
1) Strategic Leadership doctoral program proposal;
2) Changing Student Profile;
3) Student Member of the Board report;
4) Faculty Senate report; and
5) Student Government report.
On motion of Dr. Gunter, seconded by Mr. Bridgeforth, the Education and Student Life report
was accepted.
Finance and Physical Development Committee
Mr. James Hartman, Chair, presented the report of the Finance and Physical Development
Committee. The minutes from the January 5, 2007 meeting were approved. (Attachment E)
Mr. Hartman reported on the following from the committee meeting:
1) Quarterly financial report;
2) 2007 General Assembly report;
3) 2007-08 Tuition and Fees proposal;
4) Capital Outlay program;
5) Proposed Six Year Capital plan;
On motion of Mr. Hartman, seconded by Dr. Gunter, approved the Six Year Capital Plan.
6) Level Two Authority update.
On motion of Mr. Hartman, seconded by Mr. Rivers, the Finance and Physical Development
report was accepted.
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ISSUES IN EDUCATION: IMPLICATIONS AND RESPONSE
Dr. Douglas Brown, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs presented Dr. Phil
Wishon, Dean of the College of Education and Dr. Peggy Shaeffer, Associate Dean in the
College of Education, who presented information on current issues in education and the impact
on the training of teachers. (Attachment F)
CAPITAL OUTLAY UPDATE
Mr. Charles King, Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance presented an update on
the capital projects currently under construction and projects recently completed at the
University. (Attachment G)
GENERAL ASSEMBLY UPDATE
Mr. Charles King, Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance presented an update on
budget activities of the General Assembly. (Attachment H)
2007-08 TUITION AND FEES
Mr. Charles King, Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance presented a proposal for
tuition and fees for 2007-08. On motion of Mrs. Forbes, seconded by Mr. Rivers, approved the
following tuition and fees for 2007-08:
Tuition & Fees
Comprehensive Fee
Total Commuter Costs
Room & Board
Total On-Campus Costs
Virginia Student
$3,420
$3,246
$6,666
$6,836
$13,502
Non-Virginia Student
$14,140
$ 3,246
$17,386
$ 6,836
$24,222
Graduate (Per Credit Hour)
Virginia
$280
Non-Virginia $796
Graduate Level Distance Learning Courses (Per Credit Hour)
Computer Sciences Information Security Concentration
And MBA InfoSec Concentration
$718
Master of Science in Accounting
$686
Rector Damico then called for the board to move into Closed Session. Dr. Gunter made the
following motion:
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“I move the Board go into closed session to discuss the following matters: 1) pursuant to
Virginia Code Section 2.2-3700 A-1, to discuss personnel matters involving promotions,
retirements, hiring, resignations, salary adjustments, and status changes of various faculty
members and administrators, as well as the award of tenure to faculty members; 2) pursuant to
Section 2.2-3700-A-7 of the Code of Virginia to consult with legal counsel and be briefed by
staff members/consultants pertaining to probable litigation; 3) pursuant to Virginia Code Section
2.2-3700-A-3 of the Code of Virginia to discuss the acquisition/disposal of real property; and 4)
pursuant to Section 2.2-3700-A-10 of the Code of Virginia, to discuss consideration of honorary
degrees.”
The motion was seconded by Mr. Rivers and the Board moved into closed session.
Following the closed session, Mr. Damico then stated the following:
During the closed session, the board discussed only matters lawfully
exempted from open meeting requirements and only those types of matters
identified in the motion for the closed session.
RECORDED VOTE: the following is an affirmative recorded, member by
member vote:
Bridgeforth, Scott
Damico, Joe
Devine, Ronald
Forbes, Lois
Foster, Charles
Grover, Chubby
Gunter, Meredith
Hartman, Jim
Leeolou, Stephen
Murphy, E. Ray
Rivers, Zie
Rogers, Larry
Strickler, Judy
Mr. Damico then asked if there were any motions to come forward.
On motion by Dr. Gunter, seconded by Mr. Leeolou, the personnel actions discussed in closed
session regarding promotions, retirements, hirings, resignations, award of tenure, salary
adjustments and status changes of various faculty and administrators with the new promotion and
tenure increments were approved (Attachment I).
On motion by Dr. Gunter, seconded by Mr. Murphy, approved the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Senator Graziano Cioni has been a dedicated leader and statesman,
providing invaluable contributions to the people of the entire nation of Italy and especially to the
city of Florence; and
WHEREAS, Senator Cioni has been a special and dear friend of James Madison
University, assisting the University and its students and faculty immeasurably in acquiring
knowledge of the Italian heritage and culture; and
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WHEREAS, during a public career spanning four decades, Senator Cioni has guided his
fellow Italians toward prosperity by serving with distinction for terms in the Italian Senate and
additionally has provided wise and farsighted leadership for his fellow Florentines in a variety of
vital positions; and
WHEREAS, in his current position as Councillor for Health and Social Welfare, Senator
Cioni has worked vigorously toward improving the quality of life for both Florentines and
visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, Senator Cioni’s leadership and wisdom have been essential in the
establishment of the James Madison University program on European Union Policy Studies in
Florence including the use by the University of the Palazzo Capponi; and
WHEREAS, countless graduate and undergraduate JMU students will directly benefit
from the extensive efforts and contributions of Senator Cioni:
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that James Madison University awards a doctorate
of laws, honoris causa, to Senator Cioni to give special recognition for his unselfish work on
behalf of the city of Florence and James Madison University.
On motion by Mr. Hartman, seconded by Mr. Murphy, approved the purchase of 1170 Harrison
Street, 1173 Harrison Street, and 1174 Harrison Street at a purchase price of $595,500.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, on motion of Dr. Gunter, seconded by Mr. Murphy, the Board
voted to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 3:25 pm.
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Joseph Damico, Rector
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Donna L. Harper, Secretary
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