Indiana University Northwest
Faculty Organization
October 22, 2010
Hawthorn Hall 107
1:00-3:00
I. Call to Order—President Gallmeier called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m..
II. Minutes of September 22, 2010—A motion to approve the minutes of September 22, 2010
was made, seconded, and passed unanimously.
III. President’s Report—President Gallmeier made several announcements:
a. One person has volunteered to serve as Faculty Organization Vice President. We need
one more volunteer in order to hold an election. President Gallmeier asked the faculty to
consider this need and act accordingly. He hopes to have a VP in place by next month.
b. Committee assignments—Committee assignments have been finalized and placed on
the web site. President Gallmeier thanked Carol Wood, Tiffany Smith, and Beth Van
Gordon for their assistance with the web site’s challenges this semester. Only 4
committees lack chairs at the moment: Academic Ceremonies, Constitutional Review,
Faculty Development, and the Board of Trustees Teaching Award. He hopes to have
folks volunteer for those chairs, and he will be making calls if needed.
c. UFC Agenda Committee member—Lori Montalbano has been elected unanimously as
an At-Large member of the UFC Agenda Committee. We now have 2 members of that
Committee (C. Gallmeier being the other member), and with Ellen Szarleta as our UFC
Representative, we have 3 UFC reps, the only regional campus to do so. The faculty
congratulated Professor Montalbano with applause.
d. Recognition of faculty—President Gallmeier declared that one of his favorite
activities is to recognize faculty members who have been honored with awards and
distinction. He called on College of Health and Human Services Dean Patrick Bankston
to report on those faculty.
Dean Bankston reported that the following faculty members were honored:
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On Thursday, Oct. 21, Ernest Talarico, Ph.D., an IU School of Medicine–Northwest
(IUSM-NW) faculty member and founder of the International Human Cadaver Prosection
Program, was inducted into The Society of Innovators of Northwest Indiana, as one of six
local professionals who embrace the spirit of innovation. Talarico is the assistant director
of medical education and course director for human gross anatomy and embryology at
IUSM-NW, located on the Indiana University Northwest campus. Each recipient
inducted as a Society Fellow must demonstrate innovation to the community, region, and
world.
Talarico’s innovative approach to human gross anatomy education is truly what captured
the attention of The Society of Innovators. His annual summer program, the International
Human Cadaver Prosection Program, as well as his human gross anatomy classes at
IUSM-NW, emphasizes the dignity and humanity of the body donors who become his
student doctors’ first patients.
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On Monday, Sept. 27, Margaret Skurka, an Indiana University Northwest professor and
faculty member, was recognized by the national professional association, American
Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), as a recipient of the
Distinguished Member Award for 2010. The Distinguished Member Award is the
highest honor presented to an AHIMA member. The award celebrates an individual with
a long, exceptional history of HIM contributions.
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On Thursday, Sept. 23, Linda Galocy, an Indiana University Northwest faculty member,
was recognized by The Northwest Indiana Times and BusINess magazine as a recipient of
the `20 Under 40’ award. Galocy is a lecturer and clinical coordinator for the College of
Health and Human Services’ Health Information Management program. The Times and
BusINess magazine’s ‘20 Under 40’ award is an annual program to identify and honor
individuals demonstrating outstanding leadership and those who have already become
key players in the growth and development of Northwest Indiana.
IV. Chancellor’s Report—Chancellor Lowe sends his regrets for not being here today. He is
in Kokomo, participating in the ceremonies for IU Kokomo Chancellor Harris’ installation.
V. IEVCAA’s Report—Vice Chancellor Malik distributed the following report to the faculty.
1. Faculty Hiring Online Underway. New process reduces complexity to three steps: Vacancy
notice (containing Committee and Recruitment Plan), Interview Request (listing top two tiers,
interview and may interview), and Offer. All twelve positions already approved. Campus ad
being assembled now for early November publication.
2. Classroom Utilization Study. Questions from ICHE and BoT: How are we doing? Friday and
Saturday classes? Pressure related to new building projects and their potential need.
3. Salary increases in 2010-11. Overall 3% limitation for campus with mandate for 20% faculty
4% or higher, will start with November 1, and receive on December 1 check. Focus on merit.
Equity project still present and importance reinforced with VP/CFO Theobald.
4. Village Project still underway. Actual work slated to be ready by Spring semester. Chancellor
has emphasized that academic programs will not be compromised.
5. Blueprint Project. Faculty/Administrative teams already working. The campus groups will
meet collectively during this process to ensure our priorities and aspirations are included in the
discussions. All are especially interested in broader campus input for ideas relating to: [* denotes
committee co-chairs. Our campus has more co-chairs than any other regional campus]
• Excellent, distinctive educational experience: Chuck Gallmeier* and David Malik
• Student success: Mary Ann Fischer and Diane Hodges
• Access and innovation in instruction and curriculum: Michael LaPointe and Cynthia
O'Dell*
• Pathways and transitions to and from regional campuses: Stela Pudar-Hozo and Linda
Delunas
• Affordability and efficiency: Don Coffin, Marianne Milich* and David Malik [This is
coalesced with the Expenditure Review Committee chaired by Nasser Paydar.]
• Meeting regional and state needs: Dorothy Ige and Joseph Pellicciotti
6. Campus/Community Conversation on October 29 to precede Chancellor Installation event.
7. Ken Bain Convocation event was well attended and Book Conversation Group was a great
exercise. The Convocation was dedicated to the memory of Professor Jim Tolhuizen.
Several questions and/or comments were made in response to IEVCAA Malik’s report:
Q: Has anything been heard regarding next year’s budget?
A: The economic recovery is not proceeding as quickly as hoped. No one is commenting on or
predicting anything yet for next year.
Q: What was the salary increase process?
A: It was done in the spirit of RCM. The department chairs made recommendations; the deans
took those recommendations, worked with them, and then made recommendations to the
administration.
Comment: One-third of Master of Liberal Studies students are taking Saturday classes, and
another one-third inquired about Saturday classes.
Comment: Performing Arts students are always here on Fridays.
Suggestion: Re: the Blueprint Teams and Foci, perhaps we could launch an Oncourse-based
dialog, with faculty and students, on those topics being addressed by the Blueprint Teams.
After IEVCAA Malik’s report, President Gallmeier noted that of all the regional campuses, IU
Northwest was the regional campus with the most transparent salary increase process and the
only regional campus to consider the two previous years in determining this Fall’s increases.
VI. I.T. Tech Tips—I.T.’s Jackie Coven presented a very helpful session about IUWare online,
where we can download desirable programs for free and/or very little cost.
VII. The Broadway Crossing—President Gallmeier noted that a few weeks ago, Professor
George Bodmer initiated an email discussion about the Broadway Crossing from the parking lots
on the east side of Broadway to the campus. An email attachment, describing actions taken
about this issue, was sent with this meeting’s agenda and is included below.
State Road 53
(Broadway)
Actions over the past year:
Note: Campus representatives have had multiple conversations with INDOT representatives
(Broadway is a state highway under INDOT jurisdiction)
INDOT HAS DONE THE FOLLOWING:
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Striped 12-foot pedestrian median on Broadway approximately 300-feet in between the
intersections of 33rd and 35th Aves.
Restriped travel lanes between 33rd and 35th Aves.: 14-foot outside lanes and 12-foot
inside passing lanes
Restriped left turn lanes at 33rd and 35th Ave. intersections on Broadway
Repainted existing crosswalks at 33rd and 35th Ave. intersections on Broadway
Repainted pedestrian crosswalks at existing overhead sign and flashers (at 34th)
Replaced missing 30 MPH speed limit advisory signs
INDOT HAS AGREED TO DO THE FOLLOWING (WORK TO BE
COMPLETED):
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INDOT received approval from the Federal Highway Administration to install a new type
of sign (LED) at 34th and Broadway to help alert drivers of uncontrolled pedestrian
crossings. A rectangular, pedestrian-activated rapid flashing beacon will be installed on
both sides of the pedestrian crossing for both directions of traffic.
INDOT HAS DECLINED TO DO THE FOLLOWING (CONSISTENT
WITH PAST YEARS):
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INDOT did not accept requests to lower the speed limit in the area (below 30 MPH), nor
to erect stop signs/signals at 34th.
INDOT IS INVESTIGATING THE FOLLOWING REQUEST:
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We have asked INDOT to prohibit left turns for westbound traffic on 34th, seeking to turn
L onto Broadway. Note: Chief Chatfield reports that both accidents involved a vehicle
turning left from 34th onto Broadway (southbound).
OTHER THINGS RE: Broadway
1. The campus has erected a fence along the eastside of Broadway (along the perimeter of
the University’s parking lots) between 34th and 35th to help funnel people to the
crosswalks.
2. University Police has enhanced patrols/enforcement along Broadway.
3. The Office of Marketing & Communications, Administration, Environmental Health &
Safety, and University Police are planning a safety education campaign (along the lines
of the initiatives of other campuses).
4. The campus has developed a shuttle service providing bus service between our “Arts on
Grant” buildings and the campus (eliminating the need to cross a street to get to campus).
Dr. Gallmeier then called on IU Police Chief Denson Chatfield to elaborate on the above
information and to answer any questions.
Chief Chatfield reported on the IUPD’s activities regarding the Broadway Crossing since the
beginning of Fall semester:
a. The IUPD has stepped up patrols of the area and has issued over 100 traffic tickets to
date. These tickets include a $100 fine and are enforceable in state courts. An important
item to note is that the officers cannot stop traffic on Broadway, since it’s a state highway
(Indiana 53).
b. A sign saying what a driver’s speed is at a particular point on Broadway has been
obtained, and we are waiting for permission to erect it on Broadway.
c. A new fence has helped, but students continue to cross Broadway outside of the
crosswalk. Southbound drivers see them but Northbound drivers do not, so both students
and drivers must be aware of each other.
d. Facilities Director Kathryn Lantz has ordered cautionary signs to be posted at the
entrances on both sides of the street.
Chief Chatfield then answered the following questions:
Q: Why aren’t the Broadway and 35th Avenue crosswalks re-painted so students and
drivers can see them?
A: The Broadway crossings have been freshly painted, but the 35th crossings will be
addressed.
Q: Re: the people struck by cars, were any of them in the crosswalk?
A: Both accidents this Fall occurred in the crosswalks. Since 1999, about 9 accidents
have occurred in that area. We have petitioned the state to put up a traffic light and to
reduce the speed, but the state has refused to do so.
Q: Does Indiana have a law that traffic must stop if someone is in a crosswalk? Can we
put up signs, telling drivers they must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks?
A: Yes, if drivers can see the pedestrian, they must stop. The issue becomes vague if a
driver cannot see someone in the crosswalk. Re: the signs, that’s an ongoing issue with
the state.
Q: Has there been talk about erecting a pedestrian bridge?
A: Yes, there’s been talk, but Bloomington says absolutely not, because students
wouldn’t use it.
Q: Drivers are using the safety lane in that area as a turning lane for left turn. Can we
place some orange cones there?
A: We have asked permission to put cones there during the day and remove them at
night, but no answer so far.
Q: Can anything be done about the cars parked on Jefferson Street that block the view of
drivers exiting that parking lot?
A: We’ve asked Gary to enforce no parking that close to the exit without success.
Q: Would it help to paint “zebra stripes” in the crosswalks?
A: The state highway department says that the design we have now is the safest design
we can use.
Q: Is it reasonable to issue a ticket to someone for parking a bit over one of the lines in a
parking space on a Friday?
A: Yes.
Q: I’ve heard that the IUPD has been given permission to patrol more in the
neighborhood—is that correct?
A: Yes, that’s part of the Weed and Seed effort. We now patrol 3 blocks from campus
and work inward. It helps us to know who is in the neighborhood. We’re hoping that the
county will give us more manpower in January to help with it.
Comment: I want to thank and congratulate you and the IUPD for enforcing the parking
space regulations this Fall.
A: Thank you very much (applause).
VIII. Student Affairs Committee—President Gallmeier noted that, for over a year, we’ve been
looking at this draft of the Indiana University Northwest Student Code of Ethics, Hearing
Process and Procedures, and we really need to get a student appeals process in place. He has
asked Dr. Vernon Smith to come back for further discussion today. Dr. Smith called on Dean
Anna Rominger to come forward for this discussion.
Dr. Rominger reported that there is only one more issue to discuss, and that issue concerns
having an advisor during a hearing. All the other campuses allow having an advisor, from very
liberal policies such as IUPUI’s system which provides for 6th Amendment rights, including
counsel, to other campuses’ policies stating, similar to our draft that one may have an advisor,
but the advisor cannot speak for the student.
The ensuing discussion focused on whether or not retaining counsel in this process is desirable
and/or appropriate. Comments were made on both sides of the issue. The question was called.
President Gallmeier stated that this draft has come before us today already moved and seconded
and called for a voice vote on approval of this report. The ayes outnumbered the nays, so the
draft was approved.
IX. Tribute to Professor Jim Tolhuizen—President Gallmeier called on Professor Ige, who
presented the following tribute to Dr. Jim Tolhuizen, Associate Professor of Communications,
who died on October 1, 2010.
Tribute to Dr. James H. Tolhuizen
Presented by Dr. Dorothy “Dee Dee” Ige
To the IU Northwest Faculty Organization
Friday, October 22, 2010
Professor Ige began her remarks by announcing an exhibit and event to remember Dr. James
Tolhuizen on Monday, November 1, in the Savannah Gallery.
Nearly one month ago, on October 1, 2010 was a morning that changed many of our lives. We
were to have a faculty meeting on that Friday morning, and the fact that Jim was not at the
faculty meeting gave us great concern, because he was very dedicated to this campus. When we
found out what had happened, it felt so much as if you’re going somewhere, you have your
favorite route, and all of a sudden you get there, and the “bridge is out,” and there’s nothing
there. And, you’d have to go around 50 miles to come back the other way. Jim truly was our
bridge, and he was a bridge to the campus. If ever there was a metaphor, this is it. This is what I
shared at the funeral ceremony because that was the case with Jim. Jim came to Indiana
University Northwest in 1985. I came in January, and I remember he came in August, and we
both had one child, each a son, and a couple of times we went to shared birthday parties for the
children. So we really had something in common, in terms of life experiences and also growing
a department together--the Department of Communication. We co-founded the department.
Jim was very easy to get along with. Some of you (when you saw him in other situations) may
not have seen him the way I did. As a department colleague, he was absolutely wonderful and
very supportive. We always agreed that the department and the students came first. Whatever
came up, we were always unified on that—and we were pretty unified anyway.
We had the Speech Forum going, but we did start some other things-- Communication Week, the
Red Hawk Debate Tournament—which he named. That was his baby and he “rocked” it. He
enjoyed doing that. It brought in hundreds of high school students, and he did oversee the
tournament.
Often, when I was Dean, (and I noticed that Mark, and perhaps Chuck did the same thing),
whenever there was an issue and I needed to test the faculty members’ feelings, Jim was really
the wise sage for something like that. He really was that bridge between faculty and
administration. He could think things through and it was wonderful to have him involved in that
way.
For those of us who sometimes eat lunch in the cafeteria, we know it’s never going to be the
same. And those of you who just knew Jim in general , in terms of committees, that laugh he
had, those stories that he told—those are memories that really do—and will—tide us over.
I did share that there was a situation whereby we were coming from the lunch room, and I had a
1 o’clock class, so I was rushing. We came to the elevator and couldn’t get in. For some reason,
the elevator wasn’t working that day, and there was no sign. I was frustrated and ran up the steps
and went on to my class. The students were doing evaluations or something, so I left the class.
About 15 minutes later, I saw Jim—he had to go all the way around this building, Hawthorn
Hall, come in the other way, make his way up the steps, and when I saw him—no frustration, he
didn’t complain. And it really taught me a lesson, and I didn’t say anything to him. I thought,
“How dare I complain?” So, that was Jim. In many, many ways he was like that song: “I’ve
had some good days and I’ve had some bad days, but all of my good days, they outweigh my bad
days, so I won’t complain.” And that, in addition to the other things, was one of the major
lessons that he taught me.
He was also a bridge to students, and there are a couple of students who talked about him. One
said that Jim was just advising him, and he found out that he played basketball. When Jim found
that out, he would come every Saturday, climb those bleachers, and watch that student. And the
student said, “That’s pretty cool that he would do that.” Another one was a Vietnam veteran, and
he says that “Dr. Tolhuizen and I talked about that-- I had an injury, too, and we would discuss
that.” I also know that Jim would go to Jim Lane’s classes and talk about the war, so he was very
wonderful about sharing in that way.
And that’s why we showed up at the funeral service for the family—an “army of love”, probably
65-strong, at least-- the IUN family, because Jim is a part of our family. He was that “bridge
over troubled waters,” and I recited that then, and I’ll recite a little part of that now. We said to
them that “When you are weary, when you’re feeling small, when tears are in your eyes, we’ll
help you dry them all. We’re on your side, when times get tough, and hope can’t be found. Like
a bridge over troubled waters, we lay ourselves down.” And we want to do that and
remembering Jim and his family. After which, his son, Hank Tolhuizen came up to me, and he
said, “Did you know that was my dad’s favorite song?” I had no idea, and we will have that
song played on November 1st.
Jim left us on October 1st, and I hope you will come on November 1st, and help us celebrate our
“bridge.” Thank you.
Upon the conclusion of Dr. Ige’s tribute, a motion was made to include this eulogy into this
meeting’s minutes and to send a copy to Dr. Tohuizen’s family. Motion carried. President
Gallmeier asked for a moment of silence to reflect on what Jim Tolhuizen meant to all of us.
X. Old Business—There was no old business.
XI. New Business—There was no new business.
XII. Adjournment—A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 1:53 p.m.