January 9-10, 1992
01-09-1992
Pages 73-109
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OF NEVADA
January 9-10, 1992
The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Pine Auditori-
um, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks, Chairman
Mrs. Shelley Berkley
Dr. Jill Derby
Dr. James Eardley
Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Dr. Lonnie Hammargren
Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Mrs. June F. Whitley
Members absent: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher
Members present: Chancellor Mark H Dawson
President Anthony Calabro, WNCC
President Joseph Crowley, UNR
President John Gwaltney, TMCC
President Robert Maxson, UNLV
President Paul Meacham, CCSN
President Ronald Remington, NNCC
President Jim Taranik, DRI
Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel
Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor
Mrs. Karen Steinberg, Acting Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen Diane Dietrich (Unit),
Larry Goodnight (WNCC), Candace Kant (CCSN), Ed Nickel (NNCC),
Lonnie Pippin (DRI), Elizabeth Raymond (UNR), Acting Faculty
Senate Chairman Patti Hampton and Karen Ozbec (TMCC), Bob Skaggs
(UNLV), and Student Association Officers.
Chairman Carolyn M. Sparks called the meeting to order at 9:45
A.M. Thursday, January 9, 1992, with all Regents present except
Regents Foley and Gallagher.
1. Introductions
USA President Jayne Podratz introduced Debbie Green, WNCC
Senator.
President Gwaltney introduced Patti Hampton, Acting Faculty
Senate Chairman.
General Counsel Klasic stated, for the record, that he was in-
formed by Attorney Kirk Leonard that a news story had been re-
leased indicating that the University and Community College
System of Nevada had offered to settle the Grgurich lawsuit.
This news story was false and the lawsuit was still pending.
2. Chairman's Report
Chairman Sparks informed the Regents and Presidents that
white folders will be distributed at the beginning of
Regents' meetings which will contain additional agenda
materials. It is hoped that this new procedure will elim-
inate confusion in locating materials at the Board meet-
ings. She requested that upon conclusion of the meeting
the Regents and Presidents leave the folders on the table
in order for the folders to be reused.
Chairman Sparks announced that the recent Governor's ad-
dress and panel discussion of January 8, 1992 will be re-
televised at 12:00 noon in Room 5, Getchell Library, Uni-
versity of Nevada, Reno.
Chairman Sparks announced that the Association of Govern-
ing Boards will be holding its annual conference in San
Francisco on March 9-10, 1992. She requested the Regents
to inform Secretary Moser if they will be attending in
order for the registration to be completed in a timely
manner.
Chairman Sparks informed the Board and those in attendance
that the discussion on the budget reductions will be held
on Friday, January 10, 1992.
Due to Regent Gallagher's illness, Chairman Sparks announced
that the Audit Committee has been cancelled. In addition,
the NNCC Foundation meeting has been withdrawn and will be
held in February.
3. Approved Consent Agenda
Approved the Consent Agenda (identified as Ref. A, filed
with the permanent minutes), containing the following:
(1) Approved the minutes of the Regents' Workshop held
November 13-14, 1991, the minutes of the special
meeting held November 26, 1991, and the minutes of
the regular meeting held December 5-6, 1991.
(2) Approved the gifts, grants and contracts, listed in
Ref. C-1, filed with the permanent minutes.
(3) Approved a two-year leave of absence for Dr. Michael
A. Meyer of DRI's Biological Sciences Center beginning
January 31, 1992. Dr. Meyer has accepted a two-year
position with Lockheed Engineering & Sciences Co., in
Washington, D. C. and plans to return to DRI after
this assignment.
(4) Approved the following addition to the CCSN Advisory
Board:
Bob Morrison, Las Vegas
(5) Approved the UCCSN 1990-91 Actual to Budgeted Budget
Reports, filed in the Regents' Office.
(6) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Transportation (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: When approved by Board of Regents
Amount : $50,000 to UNR
Purpose : To provide for the conduct of
continuing operation of a Technol-
ogy Transfer Center.
B. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Human Resources/Division of Child and
Family Services (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: November 1, 1991 through June 30,
1992
Amount : $82,629 to UNR
Purpose : UNR Department of Psychology pro-
vide group residential treatment
home called Desert Hills Home for
Low Risk Male Adolescent Sex
Offenders.
C. UCCSN Board of Regents/University of Nevada School
of Medicine and the Nevada Department of Human
Resources/Division of Mental Health and Mental
Retardation (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1991 through June 30, 1992
Amount : $2,568,271 to Medical School
Purpose : Medical School to provide full-
time psychiatrists to provide ap-
propriate psychiatric care, treat-
ment and training of Division's
clients.
D. UCCSN Board of Regents/CCSN and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Human Resources/Welfare Division (Inter-
local Contract)
Effective Date: When approved by Board of Regents,
to go through June 30, 1992
Amount : $73,637 to CCSN
Purpose : CCSN to conduct Refugee Resettle-
ment Program.
E. UCCSN Board of Regents/CCSN and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Human Resources/Welfare Division (Inter-
local Contract)
Effective Date: When approved by Board of Regents,
through June 30, 1992
Amount : $6,000 to CCSN
Purpose : CCSN to provide Job Opportunities
and Basic Skills Program to Aid to
Dependent Children recipients.
Mr. Klaich moved adoption of the Consent Agenda and approval
of the prepared agenda with the authority to change the
order of items as specified throughout the meeting. Mrs.
Whitley seconded. Motion carried.
4. Approved Sabbatical Leaves, 1992-93, UNR, UNLV, DRI, CCSN,
NNCC, TMCC and WNCC
Nevada Revised Statutes and Board of Regents' policy provide
for the total number of sabbatical leaves which may be
awarded each year.
Utilizing the criteria followed in previous years, the maxi-
mum available leaves for 1992-93 for UNR is 13, UNLV is 15,
DRI is 3, CCSN is 7, NNCC is 1, TMCC is 3, WNCC is 2, and
Unit is 1.
A. University of Nevada, Reno
President Crowley recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to UNR be awarded to the following:
Susan Baker, English, Academic Year 1992-93
Berch Berberoglu, Sociology, Academic Year 1992-93
Thomas F. Cargill, Economics, One-half Year
Stephen Jenkins, Biology, Academic Year 1992-93
Larry Larson, Geol. Sci., Academic Year 1992-93
David Lightner, Chemistry, Spring 1993
Byron Mc Gregoy, Surgery, Fall 1992
Linda Peterson, Pediatrics, Academic Year 1992-93
Mehdi Saiidi, Civil Engineering, Fall 1992
Raj Siddharthan, Civil Engineering, Fall 1992
Ross Smith, Ch/Met Engin., Academic Year 1992-93
Sherman Swanson, RWF, Academic Year 1992-93
Duane Varble, Psychology, Academic Year 1992-93
Alternates
David Harvey, Socioloy, Fall 1992
Richard Siegel, Political Science, Fall 1992
See Ref. B for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
B. University of Nevada, Las Vegas
President Maxson recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to UNLV be awarded to the following:
James Abbey, Tourism & Convention, Academic Year 1992-93
Jean Decock, Foreign Languages, Spring 1993
Nasim Dil, Special Education, Academic Year 1992-93
Kenneth Hanlon, Music, Fall 1992
Chih-Hsiang Ho, Math, Academic Year 1992-93
Colin Loader, History, Academic Year 1992-93
Georg F. Mauer, Mechanical Engr., Academic Year 1992-93
Ronald Milne, Accounting, Fall 1992
Martha Mc Bride, Couns. & Ed. Psych., Fall 1992
James Kent Pinney, Marketing, Fall 1992
Richard Soule, Music, Fall 1992
Satish Sharma, Social Work, Spring 1993
Rick Tilman, Public Admin., Academic Year 1992-93
Bill Wagonseller, Spec. Ed., Academic Year 1992-93
Craig Walton, Ethics & Policy, Fall 1992
See Ref. C for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
C. Desert Research Institute
President Taranik recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to DRI be awarded to the following:
Richard T. Egami, EEEC, Spring 1993, Fall 1993
John Hallet, ASC, Spring 1993
Kendrick Taylor, WRC, Academic Year 1992-93
See Ref. D for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
D. Community College of Southern Nevada
President Meacham recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to CCSN be awarded to the following:
Mary Ann Haag, Dental Hyg., Academic Year 1992-93
La Rene Watts, Office Administration, Spring 1993
Ray Rich, Behavioral Science, Fall 1992
Harvey Allen Godorov, Fine Arts, Fall 1992
See Ref. E for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
E. Northern Nevada Community College
President Remington recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to NNCC be awarded to the following:
Michael Mc Farlane, Phys. Sci., Academic Year 1992-93
See Ref. F for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
F. Truckee Meadows Community College
President Gwaltney recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to TMCC be awarded to the following:
Bridgett Boulton, Communications, Academic Year 1992-93
Ray Embry, Communications, Academic Year 1992-93
Jerald Frandsen, Professional, Spring 1993
See Ref. G for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
G. Western Nevada Community College
President Calabro recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to WNCC be awarded to the following:
Claude (Pat) Peden, Fallon Campus, Fall 1992
Cheryl Moreland, Carson Campus, Academic Year 1992-93
See Ref. H for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.
UNR Vice President for Academic Affairs Bob Hoover stated
that UNR's two alternates have been accepted to receive the
requested sabbatical leave.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the 1992-93 sabbatical leaves
for UNR, UNLV, DRI, CCSN, NNCC, TMCC and WNCC to include
the two alternates at UNR. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion
carried.
5. Approved Resolution, University of Nevada Promissory Note,
NNCC
Approved Resolution #92-1, which would authorize the execu-
tion and delivery of a new note to replace the existing note
for the University of Nevada Promissory Note dated December
21, 1990 for NNCC in the amount of $477,000.
The purpose of the new note is to change certain terms of
the note, including a reduction in principal amount, an
extension of maturities and provision for payment of in-
terest at quarterly intervals.
Chancellor Dawson explained that some pledges did not come
in as expected, therefore it is requested that the note be
amended to reflect this change.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of Resolution #92-1 which auth-
orizes the execution and delivery of a new note to replace
the existing note for NNCC in the amount of $477,000.
Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
6. Approved Handbook Addition, Community College Salary
Schedules
Per request by the Community College Compensation Committee,
approved the following Handbook addition, Title 4, Chapter
3, Section 19, Salary Schedules:
Section 19. Salary Schedules (page 16)
All individuals eligible to receive legislatively ap-
propriated merit and have administrative faculty
contracts and who are not on the salary schedule will
be given consideration for merit and cost-of-living.
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the Handbook addition re-
garding Community College Salary Schedules. Dr. Derby
seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 10:06 A.M. to move into the TMCC
Foundation meeting and reconvened at 10:10 A.M. Thursday,
January 9, 1992 with all Regents present except Regents Foley
and Gallagher.
7. Approved Handbook Change, Summer Session Fee
Approved the following Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 17,
Section 10, Student Fees:
UNR UNLV CCSN NNCC TMCC WNCC
Summer School Registration
Fee, per Credit
for undergrad. courses 52 52 30 30 30 30
for gradute courses 69 69 NA NA NA NA
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the Handbook change regard-
ing Summer Session Fee. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion
carried.
8. Approved Handbook Change, Summer Session Fee, UNR
Approved the following Handbook changes, Title 4, Chapter
17, Section 10, Student Fees, UNR:
UNR UNLV CCSN NNCC TMCC WNCC
Late Registration Fee
Summer Session 25 25 NA NA NA NA
Maximum, Summer Session 50 50 NA NA NA NA
Reinstatement fee (for
students whose regis-
tration or enrollment
was cancelled due to
non-payment of fees) 50% 75 NA NA NA NA
of tuition
Maximum, Summer Session 200 NA NA NA NA NA
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the Handbook changes regard-
ing Summer Session Fees at UNR. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Upon questioning of the "Maximum, Summer Session - $200" for
UNR, it was explained that a student could be charged up to
$200 to reinstate a student whose registration or enrollment
was cancelled due to non-payment of fees.
Motion carried.
9. Approved Summer Session Budgets, UNR and UNLV
Approved the following self-supporting Summer Session budg-
ets for UNR and UNLV. The Community College Summer Session
budgets will be presented at the February meeting.
UNR
Continuing Education Summer Session
1991-92 1992-93
Projected Budget
Annual Estimate
Resources:
Opening Account Balance $ 46,205 $ 200,040
Fees 874,787 875,000
Total Source of Funds $ 920,992 $1,075,040
Expenditures:
Professional Salaries $ 528,690 $ 581,559
Graduate Assistant Salary 4,531 4,985
Wages 19,672 25,000
Fringe Benefits 13,752 18,500
Operating 36,146 46,175
Out-of-State Travel 2,757 5,000
Total Expenditures $ 605,548 $ 681,219
Transfers Out $ 115,404 $ 121,194
Ending Account Balance 300,040 272,627
Total Use of Funds $ 920,992 $1,075,040
UNLV
Summer Term
1991-92 1992-93
Projected Budget
Annual Estimate
Resources:
Opening Account Balance $ 319,576 $ 340,086
Student Fees 2,398,895 2,640,000
Transfer In 1,119 -0-
Total Source of Funds $2,719,590 $2,980,086
Expenditures:
Professional Salaries (FTE 0.5) $1,846,666 $2,050,050
Fringe Benefits 52,219 57,691
Classified Salaries (FTE 1.0 & 1.5) 19,022 27,789
Fringe Benefits 6,462 9,536
Wages 11,173 10,130
Operating 125,196 73,100
Out-of-State Travel 5,766 7,000
Total Expenditures $2,066,504 $2,235,286
Transfers Out $ 313,000 $ 58,000
Ending Account Balance 340,086 686,800
Total Use of Funds $2,719,590 $2,980,086
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the self-supporting Summer
Session budgets for UNR and UNLV. Dr. Derby seconded.
Mr. Klaich questioned why there was such a large opening
account balance and if it was necessary to raise the
student's tuition for Summer Session, and Dr. Paul Aizley,
UNLV Dean of Extended Education, stated that it is a Board
policy to automatically increase Summer Session fees by
$3 over the regular session fees. The sizeable open ac-
count balance is due to last year's tuition fee increase
that reflected a greater amount than faculty salaries. He
felt that self-supporting budgets needed a small "cushion"
to operate under and that the opening account balances
should indicate a balance in the future between expenditures
and revenues.
Mr. Klaich requested the Chancellor's Office to prepare a
follow-up report for next year at this time on the concerns
raised with the automatic Summer Session tuition policy.
Motion carried.
10. Approved Self-Supporting Budget, School of Medicine
Approved the following self-supporting budget for the School
of Medicine, Pathology Salaries - Instruction:
School of Medicine
Pathology Salaries - Instruction
1991-92
Budget
Estimate
Resources:
Salary Reimbursement from Pathology Lab $ 132,380
Total Source of Funds $ 132,380
Expenditures:
Professional Salaries (FTE 2.0) $ 114,097
Fringe Benefits 18,283
Total Use of Funds $ 132,380
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the self-supporting budget for
the School of Medicine, Pathology Salaries - Instruction.
Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried.
It was explained that Sierra Nevada Laboratories have grant-
ed to the School of Medicine two contracts for Pathology
Laboratory faculty who perform both instruction and pathol-
ogy research.
11. Approved Self-Supporting Budget, UNR
Approved the following self-supporting budget for the Nevada
Agricultural Experiment Station, Equestrian Center, UNR:
Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station
Equestrian Center
1991-92
Budget
Estimate
Resources:
Opening Account Balance $ 3,800
Revenue:
Border Stalls $ 6,300
Boards Hay 6,300
Horse Leases 1,200
Lab Fees 700
Total Revenue 14,500
Transfers In 6,240
Total Source of Funds $ 24,540
Expenditures:
Classified Salaries (FTE .50) $ 12,611
Fringe Benefits 3,129
Wages 3,080
Operating 5,720
Total Use of Funds $ 24,540
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the self-supporting budget for
the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Equestrian
Center at UNR. Mrs. Whitley seconded.
Mr. Klaich stated that he, as well as Mrs. Gallagher, re-
ceive letters in support of this program, stating that the
program is very well-run and very much appreciated. He con-
gratulated the faculty and staff of the Equestrian Center.
Motion carried.
12. Approved 1993-95 Request for Minor Repairs and Improvements
Vice Chancellor Sparks presented the UCCSN 1993-95 request
for minor repairs and improvements which was amended as of
January 6, 1992, and is filed in the Regents' Office.
Chancellor Dawson explained that the 1991-93 budget reqest-
ed $10 million for this category and that $8.7 million must
be returned to the Governor due to the recent budget reduc-
tion action. He stated that $18 million would need to be
requested from the 1993 Legislature to regain the recent
reductions. Mrs. Berkley felt that UCCSN should ask the
Legislature for the entire amount needed ($18 million) and
then let the Legislature reduce the amount if they find it
necessary. Chancellor Dawson agreed with Mrs. Berkley, but
cautioned the Board that if Campuses were asked what they
really needed, the amount requested would be approximately
$50 million.
Vice Chancellor Sparks requested the Board to change the
request to $10 million for the next biennium and to request
the remainder of the current year's reduction of $8.7 mil-
lion.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to submit the UCCSN 1993-95 re-
quest for $10 million for minor repairs and improvements,
supplemented with the request to restore minor repairs and
improvements unable to be done because of the budget reduc-
tions made by the Governor in January 1992. Mrs. Whitley
seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 10:50 A.M. to move into committee
meetings and reconvened at 12:00 noon Thursday, January 9, 1992
with all Regents present except Regents Foley and Gallagher.
13. Personnel Session
Upon motion by Dr. Hammargren, seconded by Mrs. Whitley,
the Board moved to a close personnel session for the pur-
pose of discussing the character, alleged misconduct, pro-
fessional competence or physical or mental health of a
person in accordance with NRS 241.030.
14. Approved Handbook Change, Summer Term Salary Schedules, UNLV
and UNR
A. Approved the following Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter
3, Section 21, Summer Term Salary Schedules, UNLV:
Section 21. Summer Term Salary Schedules
Salary schedules for Summer Session faculty at UNR and
UNLV shall be approved annually by the Board of Regents.
the fofllowing schedules are effective for the 1992
Summer Term:
1. University of Nevada, Las Vegas
UNLV Faculty
Professor $1235 per credit hour
Associate Professor 1195 per credit hour
Assistant Professor 1160 per credit hour
Lecturer 970 per credit hour
Visting Faculty
Professor $1125 per credit hour
Associate Professor 1070 per credit hour
Assistant Professor 1015 per credit hour
Lecturer 850-1015 per credit hour
Lab Assistant 875 per credit hour
Professor emeritus: Depends upon rank at time of
retirement. Pay per credit hour of individual
instruction is $40.
The per-credit-hour salary is the maximum allowable
salary. A lower amount when necessitated by low
enrollment and when agreed to by the instructor,
is permitted.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the Handbook changes re-
garding Summer Term Salary Schedules at UNLV. Dr.
Derby seconded. Motion carried.
B. Approved the following Handbook change, Title 4,
Chapter 3, Section 21, Summer Term Salary Schedules,
UNR:
Section 21.
2. University of Nevada, Reno
a. The following salary schedule applies to classes
taught on or off-campus during the inclusive
dates of Summer Session.
Resident Faculty
Professor $1230 per credit hour
Associate Professor 1055 per credit hour
Assistant Professor 885 per credit hour
Lecturer 885-1230 per credit hour
Teaching Assistant 825-1140 per credit hour
Graduate Assistant 535 per credit hour
Visting Faculty
Professor $1030 per credit hour
Associate Professor 820 per credit hour
Assistant Professor 615 per credit hour
Lecturer 535-1030 per credit hour
b. Six credits is considered a full-time teaching
load during the Summer Session.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the Handbook changes re-
garding Summer Term Salary Schedules at UNR. Dr.
Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
15. Approved UCCSN 1993 Capital Construction Request
Vice Chancellor Sparks presented the UCCSN Capital Construc-
tion Request recommendations. The recommendations contained
two sections, Advanced Planned Projects and New Projects, as
listed below:
Advanced Planned Projects New Projects
CCSN Phase V-Cheyenne WNCC Phase V and Library
CCSN Phase III-W. Charleston DRI-North
TMCC Phase VI UNLV-Library
NNCC Winnemucca Building UNLV-Wright Hall
UNR Education Building CCSN-Henderson
UNLV-Business Building
UNR-Parking Garage
UNR-Clinical Science,
Las Vegas
Library Design Funds
The Advance Planned Projects were approved for advanced
planning by the 1991 Legislature. UCCSN will request
construction funds for the Advance Planned Projects in the
1993 legislative session.
The New Projects will be requested in the 1993 legislative
session for pre-planning funds. If approved by the Legis-
lature in 1993, they would then be recommended for construc-
tion funds in the 1995 legislative session.
These recommendations will be forwarded to the State Public
Works Board for consideration.
Chancellor Dawson felt that the State of Nevada will have
$80 million in debt capacity, whereas UCCSN will be request-
ing $62.5 million for construction.
Dr. Eardley felt that the academic planning is not far
enough along for the Board of Regents to determine if Winne-
mucca is in need of a large educational program. He sug-
gested that a tax base be developed in each City that has
a higher educational facility to aid the funding of such
facilities and obtain the City's commitment. Mr. Foley
agreed and reminded the Board that this concept was ex-
plained by Dr. Alfredo G. de los Santos, Jr., Vice Chancel-
lor for Educational Development at Maricopa Community
Colleges in Arizona at the April 4-5, 1991 Board of Regents
meeting.
Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that approximately $10
million would be requested for the advance planning proj-
ects and $62.5 million for the construction projects.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the UCCSN Capital Construction
Request recommendations containing the Advanced Planned
Projects and similar advance planning funds for the nine
projects listed above under New Projects. Dr. Eardley
seconded. Motion carried.
16. Approved 1990-91 Affirmative Action Report, UCCSN
Mrs. Karen Steinberg, Acting Vice Chancellor for Academic
Affairs, presented the 1990-91 Affirmative Action Report
and provided a summary report of Campus data by gender and
race/ethnic designation concerning students and staff
throughout the System. Additional data concerning full-
time professional staff hired during the period July 1-
September 30, 1991 was also presented.
Mrs. Steinberg indicated that the total number of students
reported in the Affirmative Action Report does not match
the number reported in the enrollment reports because each
report is a snapshot of enrollment taken at different times.
She reported that there is an increase in minority students
throughout UCCSN; CCSN has the largest proportion of minor-
ity students, 23%, and should be commended for retaining
minority students at its institution.
Mrs. Steinberg distributed a revised section of the report
regarding System Faculty and Staff, 1991, and indicated
that this revision will be updated in the actual report,
filed in the Regents' Office.
Dr. Derby commended Mrs. Steinberg and staff for the ex-
cellent report and stated that the ad hoc Committee on
Status of Women will be utilizing this information through-
out its deliberations. Dr. Derby suggested that a written
summary of trends be added to the report.
Testimony was given regarding the low minority figures
indicated within this report and it was explained that the
national pool of minority faculty was very small and it is
difficult to attract minorities to the State of Nevada.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to accept the 1990-91 Affirmative
Action Report for UCCSN. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion
carried.
Chairman Sparks expressed her appreciation to Mrs. Steinberg
and the Chancellor's staff, the Campus staff, and the ad hoc
Committee on Status of Women for developing a comprehensive
report and felt that this report will be helpful in many
ways for the future.
The open meeting recessed at 5:05 P.M. and reconvened at 8:00
A.M. Friday, January 10, 1992 with all Regents present except
Regent Gallagher.
17. Regents' Workshop
The Board met in workshop session in the Student Senate
Chambers, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada,
Reno.
Competitive vs. Negotiated Bond Sales
Regent Berkley requested Nicholas Prassas of Prudential-
Bache and Phillip Nelson Lee of Kutak, Rock and Campbell
law firm to appear before the Board to explain competitive
and negotiated bond sales. Mr. Paul Howarth, UCCSN Finan-
cial Advisor, and Mr. John Swendseid, UCCSN Bond Counsel,
were also in attendance.
It was explained that a negotiated sale is utilized when
the bond sale is more complicated and is necessary to fully
explain the "story" of the bond. Because of this, negoti-
ated sales are more expensive to perform.
A competitive bond sale involves a bidding process in which
the best bidder is selected. This process is less compli-
cated and less expensive to perform.
Upon questioning, Mr. Prassas explained that an investment
banker or firm works with the issuer of the bond to find a
way to meet the needs for the sale and also educates the
buyers to the sale.
Mr. Lee added that a bond counsel is paid the same with
either kind of sale. If an investment banker is hired for
a period of time, a lot of creative ideas may be forth-
coming because he will want to prove that he is performing
in your best interest.
Mr. Howarth stated that in the early 1980's refunding was
a difficult matter; however, it is comparatively simple
now because of computer capabilities.
Mr. Howard reviewed the history of the Board of Regents'
bond sales and stated that in 1986 the Board decided to
use competitive sales, which they have been doing since
that time.
Mr. Klaich questioned how Mr. Howarth was paid, and Mr.
Howarth responded that both he and Mr. Swendseid are paid
from the bond proceeds.
Chairman Sparks thanked each of the presenters for their
presentations.
Discussion of Job Description for Position of Chancellor
An informal discussion was held on the job description for
the position of Chancellor. The current job description
was reviewed.
Dr. Derby stated that Regents are in need of good informa-
tion, and she felt that at times she was not adequately in-
formed. She recently attended the ACCT Conference where
leadership was discussed. She suggested that the position,
which includes System coordination and management, should
also reflect a leadership role in providing teamsmanship
within the Board.
Dr. Eardley stated he felt it was the Chairman's role to
provide teamsmanship within the Board. He related that he
felt the Chancellor should evaluate the Presidents and
report his findings to the Board. Also, the Chancellor
should be responsible for public relations in explaining
the Board to communities throughout the State.
The Board asked the Chancellor for his input on a job de-
scription, and Chairman Sparks suggested that Board members
submit to the Chancellor any remarks they may have regard-
ing the position description.
18. Approved the 1992 Bond Sale Resolution, UNLV
Approved Resolution #92-2, 1992 UNLV Bond Sale Resolution,
which authorizes the Chancellor to arrange for a sale of
bonds for:
a) Student housing and dining facilities $10,000,000
at UNLV
b) Thomas and Mack Center project
improvements at UNLV $ 3,600,000
These projects were authorized by the 1991 State Legisla-
ture.
A second resolution will be presented for Board considera-
tion when a purchase proposal for the bonds has been re-
ceived.
Mr. Foley moved approval of the sale of bonds for student
housing and dining facilities at UNLV in the amount of
$10,000,000 be sold as a competitive bond sale, and that
the Thomas and Mack Center project improvements at UNLV in
the amount of $3,600,000 be sold as a negotiated bond sale.
Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried.
19. Discussion on Governor's Budget Reduction
The Board met in a video conference session on January 3,
1992 to discuss the Governor's budget reduction requests of
8.5% and 12%. The Board further discussed those reductions
in light of the Governor's State of the State address where
he directed the UCCSN to reduce its budget by 8%.
Chancellor Dawson requested that the Regents conduct a
philosophical discussion in order to help direct the Cam-
puses in developing their 8% budget reduction plans in
accordance with the Regents' wishes. He suggested the dis-
cussion include merit plan, hiring freeze, enrollment man-
agement, new programs, and student tuition fees.
The Governor's recommended 8% reduction amounts to $32 mil-
lion over the biennium for UCCSN. Presidents have agreed
to defer $9 million in maintenance, leaving a balance of $23
million in budget cuts from other sources.
President Maxson stated that the Presidents felt there were
3 areas on which they would like direction from the Board:
Enrollment - He felt the term "capping enrollments"
should not be discussed inasmuch as it
will be defacto capping when course sec-
tions are not available to students.
Merit Pool - The System needs to be fair in dealing with
the merit pool.
Tuition Increases
President Maxson asked that the Campuses be given flexibil-
ity over the hiring freeze, inasmuch as it may be critical
to fill some positions.
Chancellor Dawson strongly urged the Board to allow Campus-
es flexibility in enrollment management, a Systemwide treat-
ment of merit, and the student fee issue. President Calabro
agreed, adding that the Campuses particularly needed flexi-
bility on personnel matters.
Dr. Derby stated she did not want a student fee increase for
fear it would inhibit accessibility for students.
Dr. Hammargren questioned whether the Governor's hiring
freeze applied to all State agencies. President Maxson
related that UNLV has a total hiring freeze on new and
current unfilled positions. They would like the flexibil-
ity to put in place a process which would allow review of
positions in light of Campus priorities.
Mr. Klaich stated that he felt tuition increases should be
the last consideration; that he appreciates students are
consumers and they may be required to participate; that if
flexibility is given to the Campuses the Board should be
kept informed of the institution's actions.
Dr. Eardley questioned whether there were other areas Pres-
idents could review for cuts, such as faculty workload.
President Meacham asked the Board to consider the following
for CCSN:
That enrollment projections were based on 3% increase,
actual increase was 15%; therefore, they are 12% be-
hind.
Cost per student at CCSN is lowest in the System.
CCSN last August established three major objectives and
instigated a 32-point plan:
1) Avoid job layoffs,
2) Guard against erosion of quality (CCSN has more
part-time faculty than other Campuses and competes
with Universities for these part-time positions),
and
3) Maintaining faculty/staff morale with higher
workloads.
President Meacham requested that CCSN be allowed to continue
with its plan.
President Crowley urged that no decision be made at this
time on merit or student fee increases without further re-
view from the Campuses. Regarding fees, the Campuses do
not want to deny access and do not want to raise student
fees, but given access/diversity/quality he questioned what
the fair share might be for students. He related that at
the recent NCAA Conference he discussed budget reductions
with many other Presidents and learned most have had to
raise student fees. Another reduction at UNR will probably
be in the current 1300 work study students. President
Crowley stated that merit pay of some sort would help with
faculty morale and that the System needs to keep a "toe-
hold" on the merit funds. He also cautioned that accredi-
tation for some areas could be imperiled if enrollment
limitations are imposed.
President Maxson stated the System needs uniformity in
student tuition rates.
Mrs. Whitley stated she felt that UCCSN should be allowed
to give merit. President Gwaltney stated that the Community
College salary schedule has incorporated the merit and with-
out that aspect it would be defunct.
President Gwaltney also stated that he did not want to see
the ratios changed. In regard to faculty workload, Presi-
dent Gwaltney stated that although it would have a dramatic
relationship to quality, TMCC would be able to handle in-
creased workload.
CCSN Faculty Senate Chairman Candace Kant urged that the
Board allow sufficient flexibility to Presidents, and that
due to frozen positions, class sizes have already increased
at CCSN.
Mr. Klaich stated that after the January 3, 1992 video con-
ference he was concerned that budget reduction proposals
would be "business as usual" solutions and he cited the
Board, at this meeting, has deferred two critical Ph. D.
programs while at the same time approving 45 sabbaticals.
Dr. Derby stated the Board needed information on faculty
workloads.
Dr. Hammargren asked whether the Board could reconsider
the action taken on the sabbatical leaves. President
Crowley stated that he was certainly sorry the Presidents
have left the impression that the budget cuts are conven-
tional. He stated that Campus people are suffering from
the proposed cuts and there is abundant concern on the
Campus of the 8% cuts. He added that the Presidents are
prepared to make tough decisions, but had asked for Board
input in order to understand the feelings of the Board
before such cuts were made.
In the matter of sabbaticals, President Crowley reminded
the Board that there are no State funds for these leaves,
that the State doesn't support them, and the funds come
from within the Campuses. He reminded the Board that there
are only a small number of sabbaticals given each year, and
by canceling them for this year, not only would there be no
dollar savings, but the message for the faculty would be
most harmful. In answer to Dr. Hammargren's question on who
pays for the sabbaticals, President Crowley stated that for
a full year's leave, 2/3 of the person's salary is paid to
that faculty member, and the remaining 1/3 is used to hire
Letter of Appointment employees to help fill the gap in the
Department. He added that the classes are held as though
the faculty member were on board.
UNR Faculty Senate Chairman Elizabeth Raymond urged the
Board not to cancel the sabbaticals, stating that there is
an obligation for faculty members to be current with their
field; that sabbaticals are not a vacation; that the person
is bringing new knowledge and research to the Campus; and
that the faculty does have a great pride in what it gives
to its students.
ASUN President Derek Beenfeldt stated the students would
very much object if the work study jobs were eliminated.
Mr. Klaich stated that these budget cuts are the most dif-
ficult decisions in the 9 years he has been a member of
the Board, and he was not yet satisfied that the sugges-
tions are the best. He stated his message to the Presi-
dents was that the core quality of education offerings
must be protected and that he wanted a plan based on
maintenance of quality.
Dr. Hammargren moved to reconsider the approval of the
sabbatical leaves. Motion failed for lack of second.
Further discussion of sabbatical leaves revealed that there
would be no cost savings if sabbatical leaves were not giv-
en, and, that other job opportunities could be lost if they
are not approved.
Vice Chancellor Sparks stated that it was his feeling that
student fees would only be raised as a last resort, and
cautioned that UCCSN may not have seen the last of the
cuts, depending on the State's economy. He urged that the
Presidents be allowed flexibility in determining where cuts
will be made and suggested that the leveling of fees should
take place in the coming biennial budget process, and that
a surcharge could be made for one year only. Further, Vice
Chancellor Sparks recommended that merit pay be the same
for the two Universities, and the same for the Community
Colleges. He cautioned that the merit plan was implemented
in 1985; however, if UCCSN does not use it for one year, it
will be difficult to have the merit funds reinstated.
Vice Chancellor Sparks also recommended not changing the
student/faculty ratios.
Mr. Klaich agreed, stating that "life after the crisis"
must be taken into consideration along with how these cuts
will impact the base budget.
Chancellor Dawson recommended that the number one priority
in the 1993-95 Biennial Budget request be the restoration
of these budget cuts. He asked the Presidents to meet with
their student governments, and informed the Board that the
Presidents will present their recommendations at the next
meeting.
20. Approved Strategic Directions and Objectives, UCCSN
A draft report reflecting the Strategic Directions and
Objectives discussed at the Board of Regents' Workshop on
Academic Planning was presented for review and discussion.
This draft document will be printed in final form and then
distributed appropriately.
Dr. Derby stated that she was pleased with the process in
which this document was evolved.
Mrs. Steinberg reviewed the draft document. She indicated
that she has only received editorial suggestions within the
document. After a lengthy discussion on the order of di-
rections and objectives, it was decided to leave the order
as is and allow Mrs. Steinberg to make the necessary edi-
torial changes.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the document, "Strategic
Directions for the University and Community College System
of Nevada". Dr. Hammargren seconded.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the document to include any
editorial changes with the approval from the Chairman of
the Board and Chairman of the Academic Affairs Committee.
Dr. Hammargren seconded. Motion carried.
Mrs. Steinberg stated that she will send the final form to
the members of the Board of Regents and the members of the
Academic Affairs Committee for final approval.
21. Approved the After-the-Fact Payment, UNLV
Approved the authorization for UNLV to make an after-the-
fact payment on general request form 955402 in the amount
of $11,081 to the Clark County School District. This pay-
ment is for transportation services rendered by five, 80-
passenger buses for students who were participating in
the National Youth Sports program during the Summer 1991
at UNLV. Steps have been taken to assure this type of
request will not have to be made again.
Mrs. Whitley moved approval to authorize UNLV to make an
after-the-fact payment in the amount of $11,081 to the Clark
County School District. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion
carried.
22. Approved Resolution, UNR
Mr. Klaich read the following resolution honoring the UNR
Wolf Pack football team:
RESOLUTION #92-3
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack has
completed another most successful and memorable foot-
ball season; and
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack has
represented the University, the University System and
the State with character and dignity during the season
by winning the Big Sky Conference Championship, complet-
ing the regular season undefeated, and advancing to the
championship playoffs for the 7th time in 14 years; and
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack has
compiled the most impressive record of any Big Sky team
since joining the Conference in the 1979 season; and
WHEREAS, the Wolf Pack finished the regular season
ranked as the Number One team in Division I-AA, a
position the team held for 10 weeks; and
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack team
and coaching staff have demonstrated outstanding compe-
titive spirit and sportsmanship both on and off the
playing field; and
WHEREAS, Coach Chris Ault was honored as the 1991 Eddie
Robinson, Sr. Coach of the Year for Division I-AA, and
has also received the Kodak Region 5 Coach of the Year
Award; and
WHEREAS, the team's determination and winning spirit has
made its supporters proud and brought recognition to
the University, the University System and to the State;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Regents
of the University and Community College System of Nevada
that University of Nevada, Reno Coach Chris Ault and
members of the coaching staff and team be commended for
an outstanding 1991 football season and for the great
honor they bring to intercollegiate athletics within the
State of Nevada.
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the resolution honoring the
UNR Wolf Pack football team. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion
carried.
23. Approved Lease of Land, UNR
Granted permission for the College of Agriculture to lease
fifteen (15) acres of irrigated crop land at the Southern
Nevada Field Lab in Logandale, Nevada. Bids were requested
and only one bid was received. Robison Farms submitted a
proposal to pay for all irrigation costs as well as the
costs of domestic water, which totals approximately $1400
per year. The initial term of the lease would be for three
(3) years, with two (2) additional 1-year options, on a
year-to-year basis. Robison Farms would be required to
furnish adequate liability insurance.
General Counsel Klasic recommended approval subject to
review of final documents.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the lease for the College of
Agriculture. Dr. Hammargren seconded. Motion carried.
24. Approved Handbook Addition, Special Course Fee, NNCC
Approved the following Handbook addition, Title 4, Chapter
17, Section 11, Special Course Fees, NNCC:
4. Northern Nevada Community College
Welding 20.00-51.00 per course
MTL 212, Welding I 60.00 per course
MTL 296B, AWS Code Certification 100.00 per course
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the Handbook addition regard-
ing special course fees at NNCC. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Motion carried.
25. New Business
Regent Foley requested a report be given by President
Crowley regarding the recent NCAA Conference held in
Anaheim, California.
President Crowley reported that the Leid Committee has
submitted the following recommendations, which were ad-
dressed at the Conference:
1) Enhance the adequacy of the initial notice of an im-
pending investigation and assure a personal visit by
the enforcement staff with the institution's chief
executive officer.
2) Establish a "summary disposition" procedure for treat-
ing major violations at a reasonable early stage in
the investigation.
3) Liberalize the use of tape recordings and the avail-
ability of such recordings to involved parties.
4) Use former judges or other eminent legal authorities
as hearing officers in cases involving major viola-
tions and not resolved in the "summary disposition"
process.
5) Hearings should be open to the greatest extent pos-
sible.
6) Provide transcripts of all infractions hearings to
appropriate involved parties.
7) Refine and enhance the role of the Committee on
Infractions and establish a limited appellate process
beyond that Committee.
8) Adopt a formal conflict-of-interest policy.
9) Expand the public reporting of infractions cases.
10) Make available a compilation of previous Committee
decisions.
11) Study the structure and procedures of the enforcement
staff.
He stated that the Infractions Committee has reviewed the
recommendations and responded to the report. The Pacific
10 Conference commented on the hearing officer and open
hearing issues. Due to violation of recruiting, it will
require legislative action.
The NCAA Council held a general discussion on the recom-
mendations. There is a post-Convention meeting of the
Council to discuss these issues in detail.
President Crowley stated that after talking with several
knowledgeable people at the convention, it was felt that
immediate action would be taken on several of the recom-
mendations. President Crowley stated that he will report
to the Board of Regents and General Counsel Klasic on the
outcome of the recommendations.
Upon questioning, President Crowley stated that he did not
know how the NCAA would react to the two specific recom-
mendations that require legislation, but it was his feeling
that the NCAA would adopt those recommendations in some
form.
Dr. Eardley requested clarification on why NCAA is attempt-
ing to file a law suit against states that have due process
laws, and President Crowley responded that NCAA has been in
operation since 1908 and throughout the years has needed to
enforce the regulations on an even basis across the nation.
It becomes very difficult for the NCAA to regulate and en-
force evenly if there are different enforcement processes
from state to state. He stated that if the court case
fails, then the NCAA has some alternatives: 1) It could
cease operations and be replaced by a Federal agency; or
2) remove from the NCAA institutions within states with
special requirements for due process. The NCAA needs a
level playing field to operate successfully across the
nation; if not, there is no need for the Association.
The level field is fundamental to the membership.
Dr. Eardley questioned why Nevada was being held in the
limelight regarding due process laws, and President Crowley
stated that Nevada is the only state that has an ongoing
enforcement case, which needs to be resolved as soon as
possible. It cannot be resolved, under NCAA regulations,
as long as different due process requirements are in effect.
President Crowley explained that when institutions join the
NCAA, they join with the understanding of the NCAA regula-
tions and commit themselves to abide by the regulations.
At Nevada's two Universities, there is a statement written
into each coach's contract stating that he or she will abide
by the rules and regulations of NCAA, or be subject to ter-
mination of employment. The State's new due process re-
quirements effectively cancel out this policy and, in fact,
provide greater protection to coaches than is provided to
non-tenured faculty members by the System Code and insti-
tutional bylaws.
Mr. Foley left the meeting.
Mr. Klaich reminded the members of the Board of Regents and
Presidents to submit nominations for Distinguished Nevadan
awards to Secretary Moser as soon as possible.
The open meeting recessed at 12:00 noon to have lunch and re-
convened at 12:30 P.M. with all Regents present except Regents
Foley and Gallagher.
26. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman reported on the outstanding faculty achievements
for the institution, as contained in Ref. I, filed in the
Regents' Office.
University of Nevada, Reno - UNR Faculty Senate Chairman
Elizabeth Raymond announced the following UNR outstanding
faculty:
Gary J. Hausladen
Desert Research Institute - DRI Faculty Senate Chairman
Lonnie Pippin announced the following DRI outstanding
faculty:
Nicholas Lancaster
Community College of Southern Nevada - CCSN Faculty Senate
Chairman Candace Kant announced the following CCSN outstand-
ing faculty:
Dale A. Etheridge
Northern Nevada Community College - NNCC Faculty Senate
Chairman Ed Nickel announced the following NNCC outstanding
faculty:
Gael Mockbee Mc Gibbon
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - UNLV Faculty Senate Vice
Chairman Bob Skaggs announced the following UNLV outstand-
ing faculty:
Vincent Eade
President Gwaltney introduced Karen Ozbek, who was substituting
for TMCC Faculty Senate Chairman Bill Baines.
Dr. Hammargren left the meeting.
27. Information Only: Outstanding Students Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Student Govern-
ment Officer reported on the outstanding student achieve-
ments from the institution, as contained in Ref. J, filed
in the Regents' Office.
Western Nevada Community College - USA Senator Debbie Green
announced the following WNCC outstanding student:
Nancy Welsh
University of Nevada, Reno - ASUN President announced the
following UNR outstanding student:
Melissa Lixfield
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - CSUN Vice President Kevin
Briggs announced the following UNLV outstanding student:
Mike Nickel
28. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee
A report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Commit-
tee meeting, held January 9, 1992, were made by Regent
Jill Derby, Chairman.
(1) Approved to reactivate the AAS in Criminal Justice at
NNCC, as contained in Ref. AA-1, filed in the Regents'
Office.
This proposal is a request to revise the existing pro-
gram in Criminal Justice, which has been inactive for
the past 6 to 7 years.
The demand for this program has increased due to
population growth and the establishment of new prison
facilities in the Northern Nevada Community College
service area.
The curriculum has been updated, and will be patterned
after a similar program at WNCC. Part-time faculty
will be used initially; a full-time instructor may be
hired pending anticipated growth of the program. No
new facilities or equipment are required.
Mr. Klaich stated that he had concerns with approving items
2 and 3 due to the recent financial situation of the Uni-
versity and Community College System of Nevada. He was very
sensitive to the two programs, but was very uncomfortable in
approving programs in light of recent budget reductions.
The Committee did allow the reports to be heard.
(2) Tabled the Ph. D. Electrical Engineering at UNLV. The
Committee did not make a recommendation, but requested
that the item be forwarded for Board of Regents' con-
sideration of the Ph. D. in Electrical Engineering at
UNLV, as contained in Ref. AA-2, filed in the Regents'
Office.
The proposed degree would build upon the M. S. program
in Electrical Engineering which was established in
1985. The curriculum will consist of 78 credits, with
a focus on Systems Engineering and Micro Electronics
Engineering.
The doctoral program would respond to both national
and State demands for faculty, scientists and research
engineers. If approved, it would aid in supporting
the State's economic diversification efforts and in
attracting hi-tech industries to Southern Nevada.
It is anticipated that 8 students will be enrolled
in the program by the 4th year. Estimated resources
of $234,810, would include one FTE faculty and 8
teaching assistantships, operating and laboratory
needs. Grants and gifts would also be sought to en-
hance the program.
President Maxson stated that UNLV would be amenable
if the Committee chose to defer the approval, rather
than obtaining a "no" vote on the item. He indicated
that it has taken UNLV two years to prepare this pro-
gram proposal and felt that the current financial
situation of the System would only be temporary. He
requested that the Committee allow the academic plan-
ning to continue, but to place the program on hold.
UNR Vice President for Academic Affairs Robert Hoover
agreed with President Maxson and stated that the
morale of the faculty would be hurt if these programs
were not approved. He suggested a way to manage this
morale problem by looking ahead and keeping faculty
focused on an objective. He agreed that the committee
might wish to approve the program, but place on hold
until the System's financial situation was improved.
Dr. William Wells, Dean of the College of Engineering,
urged the Committee to approve the program's concept.
Mr. Klaich suggested that the item be tabled until the
next meeting in February in order to give the Commit-
tee and the Board of Regents a chance to better under-
stand the financial impact that has been placed on
UCCSN.
(3) Tabled the Ph. D. Speech Pathology and Audiology at
UNR. The Committee did not make a recommendation,
but requested that the item be forwarded for Board of
Regents' consideration of the Ph. D. in Speech Pathol-
ogy and Audiology at UNR, as contained in Ref. AA-3,
filed in the Regents' Office.
This program, to be offered through the School of
Medicine, would build upon existing undergraduate and
master's degrees.
An increasing demand for doctoral level graduates in a
variety of settings is expected to continue over the
next several decades. Public Law now mandates that
all children with impairments receive free public edu-
cation by qualified personnel.
The new Ph. D. level faculty positions would be re-
quired to implement the program. It is anticipated
that 18 students would be enrolled by the 4th year.
The program will be housed in the new building for
Speech Pathology and Audiology and Student Health.
Dr. Robert Daugherty, Dean of the School of Medicine,
stated that this was one of the final clinical pro-
grams in the School of Medicine. The new building
for Speech Pathology and Audiology and Student Health
will be completed in the next two months. He stated
that he was very mindful of the recent financial
situation of UCCSN, but felt that the presentation
should be heard in order for the Committee to see the
importance of the program for the future of the School
of Medicine.
Dr. Stephen Mc Farlane, Associate Dean of Academic
Affairs for the School of Medicine, reported on the
details of the Speech Pathology and Audiology programs.
The Ph. D. program would allow graduates to provide a
higher level of care in hospitals, research facilities,
private clinics, and University settings. He reported
that 90% of the master students have been employed
prior to completing the master's program. There is a
shortage of Ph. D. programs throughout the nation in
this field. He felt that this was the time to allow
Nevada to continue with its premier program. It is
now one of the largest programs in the country.
Upon questioning, Dr. Mc Farlane explained that the
Ph. D. in Speech Pathology and Audiology becomes a
specialist and performs in depth studies of disorders
and research for diagnostic treatments, whereas the
master's degree provides graduates to perform general
practice in Speech Pathology and Audiology.
Vice President Robert Hoover announced that Dr. Mc
Farlane has been chosen as one of 10 individuals to
write the national board exam for Speech Pathology
and Audiology which is administered by the National
Testing Service in Princeton. This, too, is another
indication of national significance of this program.
(4) Approved the formal incorporation of the existing Uni-
versity Studies Abroad Consortium into UNR and UNLV,
as contained in the revised Ref. AA-4, filed in the
Regents' Office.
A concurrent request is being made to waive the out-of-
state tuition for students enrolled in courses at for-
eign institutions through this program.
This program evolved from the University Studies in
the Basque Country Consortium established by UNR in
1982. It has expanded and now includes 7 American
Universities and 4 foreign Campuses. The course of
study is normally 1 or 2 semesters.
Due to legal and contractual obligations, there is a
need to integrate the Consortium into one of the
Universities. UNR is the coordinator for operational
functions of the program, therefore it is the logical
Campus to assume legal and contractual obligations.
The majority of funding is derived from student fees
and grants. No additional facilities or equipment
are required. Legal Counsel has reviewed this pro-
posal and will work with UNR and UNLV in developing
related legal documents.
Associate Vice President of Instruction and Under-
graduate Programs William Cathey explained the pro-
posal and stated that the Consortium needs the legal
status of the University and provides a wide variety
of international activity for the students. Dr.
Cathey stated that UNLV is an affiliate with the Con-
sortium and requested that the proposal include UNLV
so as not to duplicate the program. Upon questioning,
Dr. Cathey explained the request to waive the out-of-
state tuition for students enrolled in courses at for-
eign institutions through this program, and added that
it would not be a loss of revenue to the University.
Dr. Cathey introduced Carmelo Urza, Coordinator of the
University Students Abroad Consortium. Mr. Urza re-
ported that there were approximately 209 students en-
rolled in the program including approximately 60-80
Nevada students. The program extends to 5 countries
and a total of 7 sites.
Dr. Hammargren returned to the meeting.
Dr. Derby stated that it was a very painful discussion re-
garding the two Ph. D. program proposals.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Academic Affairs Committee and moved to table items
2 and 3 until Presidents Maxson and Crowley feel it appro-
priate to bring back to the Board of Regents for approval,
in light of the recent budget reductions. Mrs. Berkley
seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Klaich emphasized that he had no difficulty with the
merits of the programs, only that the timing of the proposal
came to the Board just after the Governor's announcement of
the 8% budget reduction for UCCSN.
29. Report and Recommendations of the Legislative Liaison
Committee
A report and recommendations of the Legislative Liaison
Committee meeting, held January 9, 1992, were made by
Regent Shelley Berkley, Chairman.
(1) Chairman Berkley announced the following appointments
to serve as staff to the Legislative Liaison Commit-
tee:
Buster Neel, UNLV
Barbara Nelson, CCSN
Jim Richardson, UNR
Ron Sparks, UCCSN
Richard Bunker
Jim Joyce
Pamela Galloway, Staff
(2) Vice Chancellor Sparks briefed the Committee on the
UCCSN budget and legislative process which is already
underway. The new estimated general fund income for
next fiscal year is about $75 million less than the
budgeted expenditures that were authorized by the
Legislature. Vice Chancellor Sparks felt that the
attitude for new State revenues will not be very
positive in this next Legislative Session.
Mr. Klaich questioned the estimated projection for
gaming and sales tax, and Vice Chancellor Sparks
responded as follows:
Gaming Tax: 7.5% per year original projection
4.6% is current projection for this
year
2% is the actual increase expected
for November
Sales Tax: 7 1/4% per year original projection
2.5% is current projection for this
year
Year-to-date sales tax is 2.5% below
last fiscal year
Business
Activity Tax: $8 million less than anticipated
Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that there was still
a trigger mechanism in effect for salaries for 1992-93,
but it is extremely unlikely there will be surplus
funds available.
Mr. Klaich questioned the bonding capacity of the State
and Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that the current
debt capacity, including UCCSN's last bond, is about
$40 million, which leaves the State without much debt
capacity. Bond capacity by the next legislative ses-
sion is expected to be approximately $80 million.
(3) Information Only: Chairman Berkley stated that she
wanted an organized effort from each Campus in lobby-
ing the next legislative session. She requested that
a survey be sent to each faculty, classified staff,
administrator, advisory board member, foundation board
member, and alumnus requesting information regarding
the individual's relation with a member(s) of the
Legislature; i. e., district they reside in, party
affiliation, if they know any Legislator on a personal
level, etc. This information will then be entered into
a computer for easy access in order to generate support
on legislative action. She requested the Chancellor's
Office to coordinate this effort.
In addition, she directed the Campus Presidents to
invite key Legislators to their respective Campuses
on a 1-on-1 tour and presentation of the Campus. She
requested the Presidents to submit a name of a con-
tact person to the Chancellor's Office for coordina-
tion of this activity.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Legislative Liaison Committee. Mrs. Whitley second-
ed. Motion carried.
30. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee on Status
of Women
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc Committee on
Status of Women meeting, held January 9, 1992, were made
by Regent Jill Derby, Chairman.
(1) Developed Draft of Recommendations
Chairman Derby stated that the Campus self-evaluation
studies which were presented at the December meeting
were well received, but in the essence of time, there
was not much verbal feedback regarding the Campus
goals and recommendations. She pointed out that one
of the recommendations stated in almost very report
was the need to address student issues. She request-
ed the Committee to develop draft recommendations,
which will come before the Committee in February for
final approval and then be submitted to the Board of
Regents for consideration.
Chairman Derby indicated that Ms. Tamela Gorden,
UCCSN Research Analyst, has compiled a draft of the
recommendations which were derived from the Campus
self-evaluation studies. This document will be used
as a working document for the Committee to develop its
recommendations for final approval at the February
Committee meeting. Ms. Gorden explained that she
divided the recommendations into two levels: System-
Level Recommendations and Campus-Level Recommendations.
The Committee discussed each recommendation. Ms.
Gorden was instructed to incorporate the changes into
a document which will be discussed at the meeting in
February for final approval.
Chairman Derby requested the Committee to devise a plan
of implementation at the system-level for information-
al/educational workshops. These workshops would in-
clude participants from the Board of Regents, faculty,
students, graduate students and administration.
(2) New Business
Chairman Derby stated that data have been compiled from
the 1991 EEO-6 report. She requested Ms. Gorden to
make comparisons between the 1989 and 1991 reports, and
to report back to the Committee with any comparisons
and/or recommendations. The Committee will then decide
how to use this information.
Chairman Derby suggested the following year's calendar:
Female student issues to be addressed
On-going work of the ad hoc Committee on Status
of Women be addressed
Annual report of the ad hoc Committee on Status
of Women
Progress report on Campus and System goals
Final report of the ad hoc Committee on Status
of Women
Dr. Mary Stewart, UNR Advisory Committee Chairman,
suggested that an interim report be prepared within
6 months to be presented to the Board of Regents.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the ad hoc Committee on Status of Women. Mrs. Berkley
seconded. Motion carried.
31. Report of Meeting
Regent Eardley reported on a meeting of Chairmen of State
Commissions and Boards which had been called at the request
of the Governor. The meeting was held on December 11, 1991
in Carson City and was entitled "The Nevada Workforce".
Those invited to attend included the Chairs of the elected
and appointed Boards and Councils directly concerned with
employment and workforce quality. The meeting was Chaired
by Executive Director of Nevada's Job Training Office,
Barbara Weinberg.
The intent of the meeting was to determine if there could
be value derived from a representative group such as this
sharing information related to the particular mission of
each of the organizations. Also explored was the question
of better use of this State's resources if improved co-
ordination might result from such meetings. A follow-up
meeting will be scheduled to determine whether or not to
pursue such a coordinated effort.
Dr. Eardley requested the members of the Board of Regents
to relay to him whether the UCCSN Board of Regents should
be involved in these collaborations. If so, he suggested
that Chancellor Dawson appoint Mr. Doug Burris, Assistant
to the Chancellor, to serve as the liaison person. Mr.
Burris has had experience in this type of structure in
California.
Mr. Burris gave a brief description of what this coordinated
effort could possibly provide to the State of Nevada and
suggested that the Board of Regents become involved with the
group.
Chairman Sparks indicated that, at this time, there were no
financial expenditures involved with this group, and felt
that UCCSN should attend the preliminary meetings to deter-
mine whether the group will continue.
The meeting adjourned at 2:15 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
01-09-1992