10310 Executive Session MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY April 6, 1990 The Trustee Finance Committee and the Trustee Policy Committee meetings were held in the Lincoln Room of the Kellogg Center beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 1990. The minutes of the committee meetings are on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees, The meeting of the Board of Trustees was called to order by President John DiBiaggio immediately following the Trustee Policy Committee meeting in the Lincoln Room of the Kellogg Center. Trustees present were: Malcolm G. Dade, Jr., Joel Ferguson, Lawrence D. Owen, Dean Pridgeon, Thomas Reed, Robert E. Weiss, and Kathy Wilbur. Trustee absent: Barbara J. Sawyer. 1. President DiBiaggio announced that Vice President Roger Wilkinson has requested that the Board meet in closed session as authorized in Section 8 (c) of the Open Meetings Act to discuss collective bargaining strategy, and General Counsel Mary Elizabeth Kurz has requested that the Board meet in closed session as authorized by Section 8 (e) of the Open Meetings Act to discuss with counsel specific pending litigation. On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Mr. Weiss, a roll call vote was conducted and the motion passed unanimously. The Board of Trustees reconvened in Open Session. President DiBiaggio called the meeting to order at 2:15 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building. Trustees present were: Malcolm G. Dade, Jr., Joel Ferguson, Lawrence D. Owen, Dean Pridgeon, Thomas Reed, Robert E. Weiss, and Kathy Wilbur. Trustee absent: Barbara J. Sawyer. University officers present included: President DiBiaggio, Provost Scott, Secretary Davis, Vice Presidents CantIon, Guyer, Kurz, and Wilkinson, and Assistant Vice President Studer. Faculty Liaison representatives present were: Professors Selke and Van Tassell. Student Liaison representatives present were: Flynn, Kapitzke, Martell, and Williams. 2. On a motion by Mr. Dade, supported by Mr. Owen, THE BOARD VOTED to approve the proposed agenda. 3. On a motion by Mr. Reed, supported by Mr. Dade, THE BOARD VOTED to approve the Minutes of the January 23, 1990 and February 2, 1990 Board meetings. Public Participation 4. The following individuals addressed the Board of Trustees on the subjects listed. Speaker Subj ect 1) MaryAnn Jesse Community Member, Tamarisk Neighborhood Association 2) Susan Sleeper-Smith Community Member, Whitehills Neighborhood Association 3) Kim Parker Citizen Group: Perry Area Citizen Committee 4) Ruth Miehlke Community Group: C.O.P.E. Citizens Organization for a Positive Environment University position on State prison site University position on Bath prison site MSU participation for providing staff to the proposed psychiatric prison MSU's position with the Department of Corrections regarding the new prison facility I I I I 1 1 1 April 6, 1990 Speaker Subject 5) Darius Peyton, Todd VanHoosear, Julia Kurtz, Students, ASMSU Programming Board Members Cross Cultural Week Public Participation continued 6) Jeffery Robinson, Student; President, NAACP MSU Chapter 7) Terrence Vinson, Student; National Society of Black Engineers. Kevin Johnson. 8) D. Duane Hurtt, Student; National Society of Black Engineers 9) James Bady, Student Racial overtones of the Board of Trustees University handling of minority issues Farrakhan/speaking funds Actions of Board concerning Louis Farrakhan 10) Darren McCants, Student Farrakhan issue 11) Amy Linh Purvis, Student; Co-Chair Asian Pacific American Student Organization 12) Robert Drake III, Student Asian Pacific American issues at MSU Programs and budget distribution (safety of deaf students) 5. The report of the President included the following: President's Report A. B. C. D. E. Healthy U, MSU's Health Promotion Program which addresses exercise, nutrition, stress, substance abuse, and safety, has received a plaque in recognition of its achievements in improving the health of Michigan citizens. The program, one of six statewide to be honored by State Health Director Raj Weiner, has been funded by the generous support of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Three undergraduate students have received recognition for their Mr. Donald Bott, a graduating senior in academic achievements. Mechanical Engineering, is MSU's ninth Churchill Scholar in the last ten years. Ms. Amalia Gladhart, a recent graduate with majors in Multidisciplinary Social Science and Spanish, has become the first MSU student to win a Mellon Foundation Fellowship to support her graduate education for a maximum of five years. Ms. Erica Vandenberg, a junior majoring in History, recently became the first MSU student to win a Younger Scholar's Award from the National Endowment for the President DiBiaggio commented he is delighted that Humanities. Michigan State students continue to bring honor to the University. President DiBiaggio acknowledged the leadership of the Governor and State Senate for their commitment to educational excellence which has been displayed by recommending substantial appropriations increases for Michigan State and all education in Michigan. The President reported it is particularly gratifying to note inclusion of the University's request for $650,000 to finance MSU IDEA for the coming year. The Capital Campaign is making excellent progress having reached $130 million of the $160 million goal. In particular, the units of Vice President for Finance, Operations, and Treasurer were commended by President DiBiaggio for reaching 117 percent of goal. The support of nonacademic employees is another demonstration of the commitment of Michigan State employees. DiBiaggio emphasized the University's President to affirmative action and reported that significant progress is being made in the areas of leadership; recruitment and retention of faculty, students, and support staff; instruction; research; outreach; and the academic climate. Michigan State is leading the Big Ten in the enrollment of minorities, second only to Northwestern in percentage The President cited several positions which of minorities enrolled. have been filled by members of under-represented groups. The University is holding itself accountable for the responsibility to enhance diversity. commitment ±0312 Public Participation continued April 6, 1990 F. MSU*s basketball and hockey teams each had successful seasons winning conference championships. President DiBiaggio acknowledged the Coaches as well as the student athletes who received national recognition. Coach Jud Heathcote received the Kodak Coach of the Year Award and also became MSU's all-time winning basketball coach. Coach Ron Mason was CCHA Coach of the Year and earned his 600th career win. G. Ms. Julie Farrell was recognized as MSU's first woman NCAA diving champion. She won the NCAA one-meter diving title, was named NCAA Diver of the Year, and also earned the Big Ten Diver of the Year Award for the second consecutive season, after winning her second straight one-meter title. Personnel Actions On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Mr. Reed, THE BOARD VOTED to approve the following personnel actions. Appointments A. Appointments 1) 2) 3) Punch, Jerry L. , AY-Associate Professor, Department of Audiology and Speech Sciences, $45,000, with Tenure, effective January 1, 1990. Butler, Erik P., AN-Professor, Department of Educational Administration, $95,000, with Tenure, effective September 1, 1990. Smith, Yevonne R.S., AY-Associate Professor, School of Health Education, Counseling Psychology and Human Performance, $45,000, with Tenure, effective September 1, 1990. Dr. Scott reported the three appointments include one woman and one minority. Gift, Grant & Contract Report On a motion by Mr. Dade, supported by Mr. Reed, THE BOARD VOTED to approve the Gift, Grant and Contract Report for the period January 8, 1990 through March 9, 1990, with a total value of $18,184,961.85. A copy of the report is attached to the file copy of the Board Agenda in the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees. Trustee Policy Committee 8. The Trustee Policy Committee reports and recommendation were approved as follows: Amendment to Bylaws j for Academic j Governance A. On a motion by Ms. Wilbur, supported by Mr. Weiss, THE BOARD VOTED to approve an amendment to the University Bylaws for Academic Governance, Section 3.3.1.3. (The amended portion is underlined.) 3.3.1.3. Faculty members of the Steering Committee shall be designated as members of the Faculty Council but may not serve concurrently as college representatives or as members of any Academic Council Standing Committee. Annual Report of Affirmation Action B. At the morning Committee meeting, Dr. Ralph Bonner, Director of Human Relations, presented an overview of the 1988-89 Annual Report of Affirmative Action. Dr. Scott reported on the progress in implementation of the MSU IDEA, and Mr. Wilkinson commented on MSU IDEA planning in his vice presidential area. Trustee Finance Committee Mr. Owen, the absence of the chairperson of the Trustee Finance Committee, presented the reports and recommendations of the Committee. Contract for Broadband Dist. Systems in residence halls A. On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Mr. Weiss, THE BOARD VOTED to approve the recommendations of the Trustee Finance Committee. 1) Adoption of a contract in the amount of $437,900 be awarded to Delta Electrical Contractors of Lansing, Inc., of Lansing, Michigan, and a budget in the amount of $530,000 be established for the project entitled: Mason/Abbot Hall, McDonel Hall, Phillips/Snyder Hall, and Shaw Hall - Broadband Distribution System. Financing semester systems costs 2) Approval of financing the initial semester conversion costs in the amount of $750,000 from the General Fund during Fiscal Year 1989-90. I I 1 I April 6, 1990 3) Establishment of the Department of Forestry Endowed Scholarship as a fund functioning as an endowment. 4) Authorization of the administration to negotiate with MedCyc Corporation on the construction of a Superconducting Cyclotron coil. B. The Committee received the following reports: 1) Mr. Thomas Eehler, Director of Campus Park and Planning, and Mr. John Matusek of the City of East Lansing Public Works Department, outlined the City of East Lansing*s proposal for Harrison Avenue/Kalamazoo Street improvements. 2) The Committee received background documents and information on the University Non-Contributory Retirement Plan (UNCRP). 3) The Committee received information on the administrative action regarding allocations of investments to The Common Fund Domestic Bond Fund and The Common Fund Intermediate Cash Fund. 10. The report of the Chairperson and Trustees included the following: A. Mr. Owen announced the July Board meeting date has been changed from July 27 to July 20, 1990. 10313 \ Trustee Finance Committee cont. Dept. Forestry Endowment Negotiation with MedCyc Committee Reports Report on Harrison Avenue/ Kalamazoo Street Improvements Univ. Non- Contributory Retirement Plan Investments to The Common Funds Chairperson's Report B. C. D. E. F. Trustees Sawyer and Pridgeon were appointed by Mr. Owen as representatives to the Michigan Association of Governing Boards with Mr. Weiss appointed as an alternate. Mr. Owen also appointed Ms. Wilbur and Mr. Weiss as Big Ten Governing Board representatives. Trustees Comments On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Ms. Wilbur, THE BOARD VOTED to approve a resolution recognizing the ASMSU Programming Board's Third Annual Cross Cultural Week, May 18-24, 1990. Resolution - ASMSU Cross Cultural Week On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Ms. Wilbur, THE BOARD VOTED to approve a resolution commending Coach Jud Heathcote and the Spartan basketball team for a nationally prominent, conference-winning season and progressing to the NCAA tournaments. On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Mr. Weiss, THE BOARD VOTED to approve a resolution honoring Coach Ron Mason and the Spartan hockey team for a nationally prominent, conference-winning season. On a motion by Mr. Owen, supported by Mr. Weiss, THE BOARD VOTED to approve a resolution in honor of Ms. Julie Farrell, MSUTs first female NCAA diving champion, for her accomplishments. A copy of each resolution is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees. Resolution - Head Men!s Basket- ball Coach Jud Healthcote Resolution - Hockey Coach Ron Mason Resolution - Ms. Julie Farrel1 11. The meeting was adjourned. JoKn/i5iBiaggio President $r Maryle Secretary i i i §