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REGULAR SESSION
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
FOR THE
CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
NEW BRITAIN, CONNECTICUT
November 2, 2006
10:00 a.m.
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| Mr. Lawrence D. McHugh, Chairman | Mr. L. David Panciera |
| Mr. Karl J. Krapek, Vice Chairman | Mr. Ronald J. Pugliese |
| Ms. Theresa J. Eberhard-Asch, Secretary | Dr. Peter M. Rosa |
| Christopher L. Ambrosio | Mr. John R. Sholtis, Jr. |
| Mr. M. Fernando Franco | Fr. John P. Sullivan |
| Mr. Angelo J. Messina | Brian Sullivan, Trustee elect |
| Mr. John H. Motley | |
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| TRUSTEES ABSENT: | |
| Mr. Richard J. Balducci | Ms. Elizabeth Gagne |
| Mr. John A. Doyle | Ms. Gail H. Williams |
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OTHER OFFICIALS PRESENT:
David G. Carter, Chancellor, Connecticut State University System (CSU)
Jack W. Miller, President, Central Connecticut State University (CCSU)
Elsa Nuņez, President, Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU)
Cheryl J. Norton, President, Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU)
James W. Schmotter, President, Western Connecticut State University (WCSU)
STAFF TO THE BOARD:
Erin Fitzgerald, Associate for Board Affairs
CALL TO ORDER AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairman McHugh called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m., declared a quorum present and requested a motion to accept the Regular Session Minutes of October 5, 2006, 2006. Fr. Sullivan moved; Mr. Panciera seconded the motion and it was approved unanimously.
Chairman McHugh next administered the Oath of Office to student trustees, Andrew Russo, from Central, and Brian Sullivan, from Eastern, and welcomed them to the Board.
CHANCELLOR/PRESIDENTS' REPORTS
Chancellor Carter pointed out the items in the Board folders: announcement of William J. Gammell's appointment as the Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Planning, Institutional Research, Market Research, and Analysis for the Connecticut State University System; AASCU Policy Matters Brief Teacher Induction Programs: Trends and Opportunities; AASCU Perspectives Graduation Rates and Student Success – Squaring Means and Ends; and from The College Board, a supplement to the 2004 Education Pays report: Education Pays 2nd Update 2006.
Chancellor Carter expressed his appreciation to all who were involved in any capacity with his inauguration on October 20, 2006, noting his sincere appreciation to Chairman McHugh, Vice Chairman Krapek and all the CSUS Trustees. He singled out the contributions of the four university presidents and that of their faculty, staff and students.
The presidents distributed reports concerning current enrollment and provided a brief overview of their reports.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Trustee Eberhard-Asch reporting for Committee Chairman John Doyle advised that the Academic Affairs Committee met on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at Southern Connecticut State University and recommended the following items:
A resolution to authorize Central Connecticut State University to seek licensure and accreditation for a program in Construction Management leading to the Master of Science degree. The subject program has been under development for the past two years in response to demands from both the construction industry and the Connecticut Department of Public Works. The master's level program will replace the current construction management track in the Technology Management master's program. The proposal provides clear program objectives and learning outcomes; current faculty, equipment and fiscal resources are adequate to support the establishment of the degree. Currently, CCSU offers the only bachelors-level program at a public university in the New England region; the master's program would join only 21 other Construction Master's programs in the nation.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Mr. Motley seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System approves Central Connecticut State University's proposal to offer a Master of Science degree program in Construction Management, and be it further
RESOLVED, That under the authority granted to the Board of Trustees for Connecticut State University System in Chapter 185b, Section 10a-87 and 10a-149 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Chancellor of the Connecticut State University System is authorized to seek licensure and accreditation for this program from the Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education. Continuation of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute. Trustee Eberhard-Asch reported that the committee received a report from President Miller to continue the Hospitality and Tourism Institute at CCSU for five years. Over the past five years, the Institute has been involved in research activities for such tourist attractions as the Mark Twain House, the Wadsworth Atheneum, Lake Compounce, and Mystic Seaport. The Institute has provided 55 student internship placements and involved over 200 students in the various research projects.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Mr. Sholtis seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimouslyWHEREAS, The Hospitality and Tourism Institute for the State of Connecticut was established at Central Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 01-10, and
WHEREAS, The President of Central Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute and has recommended its continuation, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System authorizes the continuation of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute for the State of Connecticut at Central Connecticut State University and requires that the President of Central submit a report to the Chancellor of the CSU System evaluating the performance of the Institute and recommending continuance or discontinuance by September 1, 2011, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Hospitality and Tourism Institute for the State of Connecticut at Central Connecticut State University shall go out of existence on December 31, 2011, unless the Board of Trustees acts to the contrary.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch also noted that the committee recommended the continuation of the following four Centers at Southern Connecticut State University, each with President Norton's endorsement, until December 31, 2011:
The Center for Adaptive Technology enables people with physical, visual and learning disabilities to gain access to computer technology to achieve their academic goals. The Center continues to provide services to SCSU students with disabilities and works closely the university's Disability Resource Center to identify students who would benefit from assistive technology. The Center's five-year plan includes maintaining its leadership in teaching and curriculum development, dissemination of resources for teaching and research, and extending outreach to the outside community.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Fr. Sullivan seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Center for Adaptive Technology was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 89-76 and reauthorized by Board Resolutions 96-51 and BR01-75, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center for Adaptive Technology and has recommended its continuation, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System authorizes the continuation of the Center for Adaptive Technology at Southern Connecticut State University and requires that the President of Southern submit a report to the Chancellor of the Connecticut State University System evaluating the performance of the Center and recommending continuance or discontinuance by September 1, 2011, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Center for Adaptive Technology at Southern Connecticut State University shall go out of existence on December 31, 2011, unless the Board of Trustees acts to the contrary.
The Center for Community and School Action Research continues to provide action-oriented research and evaluation to improve community and school-based programs and to assess program impact. SCSU faculty offer research methodology courses, receive grants to evaluate school programs in Connecticut, and conducting research studies. The Center is also involved in intervention strategies with public schools, seminars at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and investigative research to address issues pertinent to the mission of the Center.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Fr. Sullivan seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Center for Community and School Action Research was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 01-62, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center for Community and School Action Research and has recommended its continuation, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System authorizes the continuation of the Center for Community and School Action Research at Southern Connecticut State University and requires that the President of Southern submit a report to the Chancellor of the Connecticut State University System evaluating the performance of the Center and recommending continuance or discontinuance by September 1, 2011, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Center for Community and School Action Research at Southern Connecticut State University shall go out of existence on December 31, 2011, unless the Board of Trustees acts to the contrary.
The Center for Computing and Society engages in teaching, research and service activities in computer ethics to sustain its multi-faceted mission and works with national and international scholars on cutting-edge research issues regarding ethics and our value systems. Center scholars have presented their findings at numerous professional conferences. Its world-class web site records over 2 million 'hits' annually from over 120 countries.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Mr. Sholtis seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Center for Computing and Society was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 89-7 and reauthorized by Board Resolution 92-12 and 01-74, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center for Computing and Society and has recommended its continuation, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System authorizes the continuation of the Center for Computing and Society at Southern Connecticut State University and requires that the President of Southern submit a report to the Chancellor of the Connecticut State University System evaluating the performance of the Center and recommending continuance or discontinuance by September 1, 2011, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Center for Computing and Society at Southern Connecticut State University shall go out of existence on December 31, 2011, unless the Board of Trustees acts to the contrary.
The Center for the Environment at Southern was established in 1989 to house instructional and research events and opportunities in marine and environmental studies as well as science education. Since its inception, faculty from the Center have worked with schools, community members and nonprofit organizations to provide science and environmental curricula, develop K-16 collaborative learning events and develop and expand educational programs. Plans for the future include development and maintenance of the field sites and the expansion of community activities, symposia and seminars.
Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Mr. Sholtis seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Center for the Environment was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 89-8 and reauthorized by Board Resolution 97-29 and BR01-76, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center for the Environment and has recommended its continuation, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System authorizes the continuation of the Center for the Environment at Southern Connecticut State University and requires that the President of Southern submit a report to the Chancellor of the Connecticut State University System evaluating the performance of the Center and recommending continuance or discontinuance by September 1, 2011, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Center for the Environment at Southern Connecticut State University shall go out of existence on December 31, 2011, unless the Board of Trustees acts to the contrary.
The committee also received two recommendations from President Norton not to continue the Business Resource Center and the Global Center due to a lack of activity and until such a time as plans for activity and funding are developed. Each will be terminated on December 31, 2006.
On the noncontinuation recommendation for the Business Resource Center at Southern Connecticut State University, Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Fr. Sullivan seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Business Resource Center was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 01-34, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center and has recommended that it not be continued, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System hereby dissolves the Business Resource Center, effective December 31, 2006.
On the noncontinuation recommendation for the Global Center at Southern Connecticut State University, Ms. Eberhard-Asch moved the resolution; Fr. Sullivan seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously
WHEREAS, The Global Center was established at Southern Connecticut State University by Board Resolution 01-35, and
WHEREAS, The President of Southern Connecticut State University has evaluated the work of the Center and has recommended that it not be continued, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees for the Connecticut State University System hereby dissolves the Global Center, effective December 31, 2006.
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
Trustee Krapek reported that the Finance and Administration Committee met on Friday, October 27th, and had two action items to bring before the Board.
Resolution concerning retroactive funding. Trustee Krapek noted this resolution is for those universities that did not immediately receive full funding due to the ten-year phase-in of the tuition and general fund distribution methodology implemented in FY1996. Between 1995 and 1996, the Board of Trustees adopted a series of resolutions which set forth a new formula for the distribution of tuition and general fund dollars among the Universities. All resolutions required that the new methodologies be implemented over a period of ten years, in order to minimize the adverse impact on Western Connecticut State University that the new formulas would have caused. In 1999, the implementation of the new methodology was accelerated such that it would be accomplished in six years rather than ten for all universities but Western. In 2000, the simplified distribution formula we are currently using was put into place and the phased-in methodology was abandoned entirely.
Three universities did not receive full funding during the first five years of the ten-year phase-in of the model. Central did not receive approximately $3.27 million, Eastern did not receive approximately $4.27 million and Southern's shortfall was almost $420,000. Conversely, Western received more than $10 million in additional funding during this period, which would not have been the case had the distribution methodologies been implemented immediately.
Trustee Krapek noted that the proposal seeks to retroactively reimburse Central, Eastern and Southern Connecticut State Universities for the funding lost from 1996 to 2000, which would be accomplished primarily through the use of System Office reserves, Trustee Initiatives funding, and possibly the use of some limited internal savings. The rollout of the reimbursement would be accomplished in the next three years for Eastern and in the next four years for Southern. Due to their sound financial position, repayment to Central would not begin until 2011 and would be completed by 2015.
Trustee Krapek advised that accepting the proposal would not alter the way in which CSUS currently distributes funds. No additional charges or costs would be imposed on any of the universities, nor would any university lose funding. Western would not be asked to return any excess monies it received in those years, however, funding would be restored to those universities which were shorted during Fiscal Years 1996 through 2000.
Mr. Krapek moved the resolution; Mr. Panciera seconded the motion and the following resolution was approved unanimously.
WHEREAS, In FY1994-95, the Board of Trustees, pursuant to its statutory authority, reviewed the then-existing distribution methodology for tuition and general fund dollars, and adopted new formulas for distribution via BR #95-53, BR #95-51, and BR#96-68, and
WHEREAS, The Resolutions required that the new allocation methodologies be implemented over a period of ten years, in order to minimize the adverse impact on Western of the significant shift of funds among the Universities that would be caused by the implementation of the new models, and
WHEREAS, BR#99-32, implemented in June of 1999, accelerated the implementation of the new methodology for general funds and CSU Grants, so that it would be accomplished in six years rather than ten with no retroactive funding, for those Universities slated to receive greater allocations than under the "old" methodology (Central, Eastern, and Southern), and
WHEREAS, Western, which was gradually receiving lower allocations of funds under the ten-year implementation schedule, continued on the schedule originally established, and
WHEREAS, In FY2000, the simplified distribution formula currently in use was adopted by the Board through BR#2000-53, and the phased-in methodology was abandoned, and
WHEREAS, Because of the phasing-in of the new methodology during the FYs 1996-2000, Central did not receive a total of $3,274,733 in funding that it would have obtained had the distribution methodologies been fully implemented immediately, Eastern did not receive a total of $4,267,517, and Southern did not receive a total of $419,979, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That these funds be reimbursed to Central, Eastern, and Southern according to the attached repayment schedule, using the sources of funds named in the schedule.
Chairman McHugh expressed his appreciation to Vice Chairman Krapek, Chancellor Carter, and the members of the Finance Committee for moving forward with the initiative, noting that stepping in and assisting WCSU was the right thing to do and that he also appreciated the cooperation of the university presidents.
Faculty Promotion recommendations. Trustee Krapek noted that the Committee reviewed and approved a faculty promotion recommendation from President Miller.
Mr. Krapek moved for approval of the promotion recommendation; Mr. Pugliese seconded the motion and the promotion recommendation was approved unanimously.
Trustee Krapek further reported that the Committee was also briefed on an issue concerning student housing at Western Connecticut State University. After discussion, the Committee moved this issue forward, for preliminary discussion, at the Executive Committee.
The Committee also considered for action an update to the authorization to sign documents for the Connecticut State University System. This action was tabled pending further discussion.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman McHugh noted that the Executive Committee met on October 27th and received updates from Dr. Carter on several issues but did not have any action items for the Board's approval. The Chairman did note however, that regarding the student housing issue at WCSU, after hearing the report from the Finance Committee, the Executive Committee, on behalf of the Board, directed the Chancellor and his staff to perform due diligence by talking with all appropriate governmental offices to see that all state laws, regulations and policies are taken into consideration before any action whatsoever is taken. Chairman McHugh remarked that he wanted to be very clear that nothing would move forward if there was the slightest hesitancy or reluctance on the part of any state agency.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman McHugh commented on the successful inauguration for Chancellor Carter, noting that not only was it a wonderful day for the Chancellor, but, in accordance with Dr. Carter's wishes, the day was focused primarily as a celebration of the Connecticut State University System. The representation CSUS had throughout the state; from top elected officials, business leaders, non-profits, and the community at large was wonderful. Chairman McHugh added that there were not enough words available to express his gratitude to the Board of Trustees for the time and energy they volunteer so willingly on behalf of CSUS and working to make CSUS one of the best university systems, not only in the Northeast, but in the United States.
Chair man McHugh noted that the BOT/Faculty dinners with AAUP would be beginning on December 4 and stated they are wonderful opportunities for trustees to hear, firsthand, the concerns of the union and the faculty senate at each of the universities. He expressed his appreciation for the unions' efforts in keeping the lines of communication open.
CCSU ANNUAL REPORT
President Miller distributed a copy of Central Connecticut State University's Annual report highlighting the many accomplishments of the university. President Miller provided brief remarks prior to the airing of the university video.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Pugliese moved to adjourn; Mr. Sholtis seconded the motion and the meeting was adjourned at 11:05 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Theresa J. Eberhard-Asch, Secretary
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