President’s Advisory Team
Minutes
November 13, 2008
President’s Advisory Team Members in attendance:
Lili Afkhami, President, Student Government Association
Alice Bahr, Dean, Libraries and Instructional Resources
Edwin Cowell, Dean of Students
Richard Culver, Director, Media Relations
Jason Curtin, Director, Alumni Relations & Annual Giving
Jane Dané, Dean, Enrollment Management
Janet Dudley-Eshbach, President
Michael Folkoff for Karen Olmstead, Dean, Henson School of Science and Technology
Lisa Gray, President, Staff Senate
Amy Hasson, Chief of Staff to the President
Richard Hoffman, Interim Dean, Perdue School of Business
Tom Jones, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Paul Land, Director, Auxiliary Services
Ed Lashley, Chief, Salisbury University Police
Betty Crockett for Greig Mitchell, Vice President, Administration and Finance
Ellen Neufeldt, Vice President, Student Affairs
Michael O’Loughlin, President, Faculty Senate
Dennis Pataniczek, Dean, Seidel School of Education and Professional Studies
Keith Brower for Maarten Pereboom, Dean, Fulton School of Liberal Arts
Marvin Pyles, Director, Human Resources
Kara Siegert, Director, University Analysis, Reporting and Assessment
Brian Stiegler, Director, International Education
Rosemary Thomas, Vice President, University Advancement
Jerry Waldron, Chief Information Officer
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Welcome and Opening Remarks – Dr. Janet Dudley-Eshbach, President
o President Dudley-Eshbach welcomed everyone to the meeting and provided updates on
the Provost Search Committee and the Perdue School Dean’s Search Committee.
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SU Budget Outlook/Hiring Freeze – Dr. Janet Dudley-Eshbach, President
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President Dudley-Eshbach discussed SU’s budget outlook for the current and upcoming
semesters. As directed by the Governor’s Office and carried out by the University
System of Maryland, an across-the-board-cut was implemented for all institutions
within the University System of Maryland. Salisbury University was directed to cut 1.3
million dollars from the fiscal year 2008-2009 budget. This was accomplished in part
by using our reserve fund balance, holding the line on new hires, and having no new
increases added to our operating budget.
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There is a likelihood of additional budget cuts, the next in the second half of this fiscal
year and the third at the beginning of next fiscal year. Furloughs are likely.
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Strategic Enrollment Planning Update – Ellen Neufeldt
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Ellen Neufeldt and Jane Dané provided an update on the Strategic Enrollment plan.
The draft is currently being reviewed and will be finalized by the end of the year.
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In order to be consistent with the institution’s vision of a high quality mid- to small-size
university, enrollment growth will be limited until new facilities have a chance to catch
up with the number of students SU currently accommodates.
Facilities Master Plan Update – Betty Crockett
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Provost Jones provided an update on the progress of the Strategic Plan. A draft is
available for review on the Strategic Plan page of the SU website at the following
location: http://www.salisbury.edu/president/strategicplanning/. All campus
community members are encouraged to read the Strategic Plan draft and offer
comments to Amy Hasson before December 1, 2008.
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The plan confirms that Salisbury University is currently in a very positive position,
and needs to continue to build upon its strengths moving forward.
Center for Student Achievement – Ellen Neufeldt and Ed Cowell
The Center for Student Achievement opened in September of this year, and has
exceeded its expectations. The fundamental mission of this Center is to help identify
students who may have academic difficulty and allow for intervention to expose
them to resources they may not have known existed. The Center has seen its usage
grow from six students a day to 40 a day. Sixty students have participated in
workshops on topics such as note taking and study skills.
Council for Student Achievement and Success – Ellen Neufeldt and Tom Jones
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A draft of the Facilities Master Plan is currently being reviewed and revised and will
be presented at the Board of Regent’s Finance Committee at the January 29, 2009
meeting.
Strategic Planning Update – Tom Jones, Amy Hasson
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The community should keep in mind that however dire the forecasts are, SU is in a good
position. The state appropriation for FY2008-2009 was $39,844,000 compared to three
years ago when the FY2005-2006 state appropriation was $27,570,000.
This new council has been created to find ways to increase the retention and
graduation success at SU. The council is composed of faculty, alumni, and
administrators who have been appointed for their motivation and experience.
Campus-wide Advancement Activities – Rosemary Thomas
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A President’s Club event held at Black Diamond Lodge on November 12 was
successful. Many faculty and staff belong to the President’s Club. Membership is
achieved by an annual donation of $1000 or more to the University.
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Fun Day was held on Saturday, September 20 with over 100 events. Participation
had doubled from previous years.
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Sea Gull Century was held on October 4 with over 7000 riders. Proceeds from this
event contribute between $200 to $300 thousand to the institution.
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Homecoming, held from October 16 through the 20, was very successful with a
significant increase in reunion participation. The Student Government Association
was tremendously supportive and held very successful events on campus throughout
the week.
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Family Weekend was held on Friday, October 31 through Sunday, November 2.
Pictures are available for viewing on the SU website at
http://www.salisbury.edu/parents/familyweekend/
Real Estate Updates – Rosemary Thomas
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The Salisbury University Foundation is in the process of purchasing the Paper
People building located on Bateman Street.
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The SU Foundation also purchased 1210 Camden Avenue and the building on the lot
has been torn down due to disrepair.
University Governance:
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Student Government Association - Lili Afkhami
i. The “We Love Salisbury” event is scheduled to be held Sunday, November 16.
This mini “Big Event” will be held twice a year and promotes positive relations
between SU students and the local community. Owners of surrounding property
can request small jobs for students to complete (in which they will equally
participate) such as raking leaves.
ii. The SGA will hold elections for new officers on November 16.
iii. SGA planned many events for Homecoming Week, including a wing eating
contest, a pep rally, and Battle of the Bands. The theme this year was “Gulls Just
Want to Have Fun.” The SGA is inviting feedback on the different events.
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Faculty Senate – Michael O’Loughlin
i. The Faculty Senate will be commenting on the draft of the Strategic Plan in
upcoming meetings.
ii. The Financial Affairs Committee of the Faculty Senate will provide
recommendations to the President and Provost for possible budget reductions by
December 9.
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Staff Senate - Lisa Gray
i. The Staff Senate is accepting nominations of staff members for the Board of
Regents Staff Awards. The following website address can be accessed for
information on making nominations: Information on the Staff Awards can be
found at the USM Website:
http//:www.usmd.edu/usm/workgroups/systemstaff/bsa.html. The deadline for
submitting applications to the Staff Senate is December 3, 2008.
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ii. There are vacant positions for non-exempt staff for the Salisbury University Staff
Senate Executive Committee and the USM Council of University System Staff.
Interested individuals are asked to contact the Staff Senate office for more
information.
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University Forum – Tom Jones
i. The University Forum Executive Committee is recommending that the Forum be
renamed “Salisbury University Governance Association.” A draft of the new
proposed bylaws will be completed by the end of this semester. The construction
of this new governance association will hopefully address concerns of the
different governance bodies on campus, specifically addressing the streamlining
of committees and the final disposition of recommendations by these committees.
Under the proposal, meetings held by the former University Forum would be
specially called meetings ordered by the President, Provost, or the Association
Coordinating Committee.
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The next meeting will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 10 a.m.
Recorder: Tracy Hajir