January 10-11, 1991
1-10-1991
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BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
January 10-11, 1991
The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Pine Audito-
rium, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher, Chairman
Mrs. Shelley Berkley
Dr. Jill Derby
Dr. James Eardley
Dr. Lonnie Hammargren
Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks
Members absent: Mr. Joseph Foley
Mrs. June F. Whitley
Others present: Chancellor Mark H Dawson
President Anthony Calabro, WNCC
President Joseph Crowley, UNR
President John Gwaltney, TMCC
President Robert Maxson, UNLV
President Paul Meacham, CCCC
President Ronald Remington, NNCC
President Jim Taranik, DRI
Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel
Dr. Warren Fox, Vice Chancellor
Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen Alan Balboni (CCCC),
Richard Brown (UNR), Don Carlson (WNCC), Diane Dietrich (Unit),
Isabelle Emerson (UNLV), Paula Funkhouser (TMCC), Michael Mc
Farlane (NNCC), Steve Mizell (DRI), and Student Association
Officers.
Chairman Dorothy Gallagher called the meeting to order at 9:30
A.M., Thursday, January 10, 1991.
1. Oath of Office
The Honorable Roy L. Torvinen, District Judge, Department
Four, administered the Oath of Office to re-elected Regent
Daniel J. Klaich and newly elected Regent Shelley Berkley.
Due to illness of Regent Joseph Foley, the Oath of Office
was administered to him by Judge Thomas Foley in Las Vegas.
Regent Carolyn M. Sparks' flight was delayed and the Oath
of Office was administered to her by Chairman Dorothy
Gallagher.
2. 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 regular meeting held
November 29-30, 1990 and the Special meeting held
December 20, 1990.
(2) Approved the gifts, grants and contracts, listed in
Ref. C-1, filed with the permanent minutes.
(3) Approved the following new member to the WNCC Advisory
Board:
Colonel John La Voy, Fallon
(4) Approved a change in the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 3,
Section 13.1 and 13.2, Military Leave as listed in
Ref. C-2, filed with the permanent minutes. The
change clarifies UNS policy to conform to State Law.
(5) Approved the appointment to the DRI Statewide Advisory
Committee of the following:
Dr. Donald L. "Pat" Shalmy, Chair, Las Vegas
Mr. Nick Aquilina, Las Vegas
Mrs. Karen Baggett, Sparks
Mr. Mark Chilton, Elko
Mr. Greg Lambert, Reno
Mr. Ken Lynn, Reno
Mr. John Mac Intyre, Reno
Dr. David N. Mc Nelis, Las Vegas
Mrs. Irene Porter, Las Vegas
Mr. Bob Snelling, Las Vegas
Mr. Dennis Stein, Las Vegas
Mr. Larry Struve, Carson City
Mr. Peter Zavattaro, Las Vegas
Dr. Ken Hunter, Reno
Mr. Ken Asbury, Las Vegas
(6) Approved an easement to Sierra Pacific Power Company
to provide access for the new NNCC College Community
building.
(7) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. The Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Human Resources/Health Division (Interlocal
Contract).
Effective Date: Date approved by Board.
Amount : $150,687 to UNR.
Purpose : UNR's Bureau of Mines and Geology
to conduct an indoor radon grant
program.
B. The Board of Regents/UNR and State of Nevada 125th
Anniversary Commission (Interlocal Contract).
Effective Date: November 1, 1990 through June 30,
1991.
Amount : $7,500 to UNR.
Purpose : Basque Aspen Carving Video.
C. The Board of Regents/UNR and Nevada Housing Divi-
sion (Interlocal Contract).
Effective Date: Date approved by Board through
March 31, 1991.
Amount : $27,216 to UNR.
Purpose : UNR to perform economic impact
analysis of Nevada Housing Divi-
sion's Affordable Housing Pro-
grams.
D. The Board of Regents/UNR and State Department of
Education (Interlocal Contract).
Effective Date: Date approved by Board through
June 30, 1991.
Amount : $25,000 to UNR.
Purpose : Governor's Conference on the Uni-
versal Implications of the Holo-
caust.
E. The Board of Regents/College Inn and Nevada Depart-
ment of Wildlife (Interlocal Contract).
Effective Date: January 2 through March 31, 1991.
Amount : $8,700 to College Inn.
Purpose : Room and meal costs.
F. The Board of Regents/UNLV and Clark County (Inter-
local Contract).
Effective Date: November 8, 1989 through November
8, 1993.
Amount : $1.00 per vehicle used for park-
ing shall be paid to Clark County;
the remainder to be retained by
UNLV.
Purpose : Clark County to provide area ad-
jacent to Sam Boyd Silver Bowl
for parking purposes to UNLV for
events scheduled at the Silver
Bowl.
G. The Board of Regents/UNLV and Clark County School
District (Interlocal Contract).
Effective Date: Date approved by Board.
Amount : None.
Purpose : UNLV and Clark County School
District to provide UNLV students
with education preparation pro-
grams, including field experi-
ences, student teaching and train-
ing in other educational areas.
H. The Board of Regents/UNLV and Nevada Council on
the Arts (Interlocal Contract - Amendment to
original contract approved by Board at June, 1990
meeting).
Effective Date: Changes effective dates to June
1, 1990 through April 1, 1991
(from June 1 through December 31,
1990).
Amount : Increases money to $11,500 (from
$6,500) to UNLV.
Purpose : UNLV to provide economic impact
study on the Arts in Nevada.
I. The Board of Regents/UNLV and Clark County
Juvenile Court Services.
Effective Date: One year from date approved by
Board.
Amount : UNLV to pay Juvenile Court $125
per day for services rendered.
Purpose : Work program agreement for juve-
nile offenders to be performed at
Thomas and Mack Center.
J. The Board of Regents/DRI and Department of Con-
servation and Natural Resources.
Effective Date: January 1 to June 30, 1991.
Amount : $35,000 to DRI.
Purpose : Audits an air monitoring program
and equipment which are operated
by the Department of Conservation.
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.
Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
3. Chairman's Report
Chairman Gallagher requested that the Faculty Senate Chair-
men and the Student Body representatives make a greater
effort when sending information to the Board of Regents'
Office concerning outstanding faculty and students to
assure that the information and addresses are accurate.
Letters are mailed to each of the individuals recognized
at Board meetings.
Chairman Gallagher stated that Sunbelt Broadcasting Channel
4 in Reno and Channel 3 in Las Vegas, is sponsoring a "Sa-
lute to Higher Education" which will feature outstanding
faculty. DRI has already been working with Sunbelt and
will be featured during the month of January.
Mr. Klaich questioned the status of the suggested monetary
reward to be given for outstanding students and faculty as
discussed during the October Regents' Workshop. Regents
had requested guidelines be drafted for these awards and
asked the Chancellor to follow up on the matter.
Chairman Gallagher offered the following resolution:
Resolution #91-1
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada System Board of
Regents wishes to express its deep appreciation for
the contributions the late Chris Sheerin made to
better the State of Nevada; and
WHEREAS, Chris Sheerin served ably and well as a
member of the Board of Regents of the University of
Nevada System from June 14, 1943 through December,
1950, having been appointed by Governor Carville
to fill an unexpired term; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sheerin was a native son, having been
born in Virginia City and reared in Tonopah; and
WHEREAS, he attended the University of Nevada and
was a member of the first Journalism School graduating
class in 1924; and
WHEREAS, after working for a short while in San
Francisco for Standard Oil, he returned to Nevada
and began his extensive newspaper career as a reporter
for the Nevada State Journal in Reno, before moving
to Elko in 1926 to work at the Elko Daily Free Press;
and
WHEREAS, in 1945 Chris Sheerin and E. B. Stenninger
bought the newspaper at which he served as editor
and co-publisher until 1967, and also was a founder
of the Elko Broadcasting Company which started Elko's
first radio station in 1948; and
WHEREAS, throughout his lifetime Mr. Sheerin worked
to uphold his beliefs in his fellow man, now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Regents of the University
of Nevada System expresses to his wife, Evelyn, son
Gary, and to daughter-in-law Jo Ann, who also served
ably as a member of the Board of Regents from 1982
through 1986, and to his grandchildren, its extreme
sorrow and sympathy; and let it be further
RESOLVED, that the Board of Regents pays tribute to
Chris Sheerin's many accomplishments on benefitting
the System's students, faculty and staff.
Dr. Derby moved to accept the resolution for Mr. Chris
Sheerin. Dr. Hammargren seconded. Motion carried.
4. Chancellor's Report
Chancellor Dawson reported that one of the recommendations
of the Regents' ad hoc Committee on Community College Facul-
ty Relations was that the Chancellor report annually, at
the January meeting, on the status of the Committee's
recommendations. He reported the status as follows:
1) Position in the Chancellor's Office to represent ex-
clusively the interests of Community Colleges.
Chancellor Dawson related that no position has been
requested in the biennial budget for such a facili-
tator, and suggested that the Regents devote time
during a workshop to invite Dr. Doug Burris, California
System on Higher Education, and Dr. Donald Carpenter,
Utah, to discuss this issue.
It was agreed that a workshop would be helpful, and
Dr. Derby requested that all Regents receive further
information on this prior to the workshop.
2) Board of Regents' meeting to be held on each Community
College Campus not less than once every other year,
during which time workshops will be conducted focusing
on Community College matters.
This has been implemented.
3) Alternatives for recognizing the Community Colleges'
presence in the name of the University of Nevada
System.
Chairman Gallagher reported that when the Legislators
were informally polled on this issue there was no
apparent support for a name change; further, she said
that there seemed to be little appetite among the
Community Colleges for a system name change.
Mrs. Sparks said when she questioned individuals
from the Community Colleges on the possibility of a
name change they responded that being part of UNS
seemed to elevate their status at the Community
Colleges and they did not see a need for a name
change.
Mr. Klaich mentioned that any name changes have a
great deal of cost associated with them. He sug-
gested that a redesign of the Regent and Chancellor's
office stationary, to acknowledge the Community
Colleges, could be achieved with relatively low cost
and achieve the desired recognition the Community
Colleges deserve.
President Calabro agreed that the suggested station-
ary change could include the University and Community
College of Nevada System.
4) A system newsletter to facilitate internal communica-
tions which should include a system calendar depict-
ing information about meetings, deadlines, and events.
This has been implemented.
5) Additional avenues of communications between faculty
and Regents should be cultivated to enhance the Board's
awareness about faculty concerns.
Chancellor Dawson reported that the faculty workshop
held during the October Board of Regents' meeting in
Elko was very successful. It is planned that such
workshops will be held on the Community College Cam-
puses in conjunction with Regent meetings being held
there.
6) Articulation as well as consideration of the impact
university-level curriculum changes have upon Commu-
nity Colleges should be re-emphasized by the Regents
as a high priority. Timelines for completing articu-
lation agreements should be established between Uni-
versities and Community Colleges.
Chancellor Dawson reminded the Regents that during
the October report on articulation, presented by
Vice Chancellor Fox, it was reported that articula-
tion has made great strides within the system.
Though much progress has been made, work continues
in the area of articultion.
Mr. Klaich reported that during the meetings of the
ad hoc Committee on Admission Standards questions
have been raised on articulation which the Committee
will be addressing.
Dr. Eardley questioned the lower level course number-
ing, and asked if there is a difficulty with these
courses being changed from 200 to 300 level at the
Universities.
President Crowley said he had heard there were prob-
lems but after checking determined there may be iso-
lated incidences but there is certainly not a trend
for changing the course numbering.
7) Creation of Community College Compensation Committee.
This has been implemented.
8) Careful review of the system budget should be under-
taken to address funding inequities that lessen the
ability of Community Colleges to carry out their
mission.
Chancellor Dawson reported that the FY 1991-93 Bi-
ennial Budget Request does address many Community
College issues such as part-time salaries, and lower-
ing of the student/faculty ratios at TMCC and CCSN.
President Gwaltney stated that the Board of Regents
deserves credit for bringing critical Community
College issues to light; however, funding of the
budget requests from the issues is essential before
an impact will be felt.
9) Staff development opportunities and resources should
be expanded to allow faculty opportunities to en-
hance their knowledge and skills, and to interact
with fellow professionals.
Chancellor Dawson reported that the Community College
faculty are working on the plan for a workshop to be
held during the coming year.
President Meacham stated that faculty development is
discussed quite often by the Regents; however, many
programs currently are in place for faculty develop-
ment at each Community College. He suggested this
might be an appropriate topic for a future workshop.
Mrs. Sparks related that the presentation given by
the NNCC faculty was a tremendous opportunity for
the Regents to learn what is happening with and for
the faculty and suggested that the faculty incorpo-
rate the various faculty development programs into
their discussions with the Regents during the time
allotted at each Community College Campus.
10) The Community Colleges should, individually and col-
lectively, assess themselves against the "Future
Commission" recommendations prior to the next legisla-
tive session.
President Calabro, Chairman of the UNS ad hoc Com-
mittee on the Futures Commission, reported that the
text of the draft UNS report has been completed.
Each Campus evaluated itself and has looked at the
future collectively. He promised that a copy of the
draft report would be presented to the Presidents and
Regents prior to finalization.
11) Provide Campus governance flow charts reflecting
current governance arrangements on each Campus.
This has been implemented. Chancellor Dawson reported
that the flow charts have been submitted at two sepa-
rate Board of Regents' meetings and related that the
Presidents are well aware of the need to continually
improve communications with their faculty and staff.
5. Information Only: Tenure and Promotion
President Crowley requested consideration of tenure and
promotion for Dr. Robert L. Metts. Promotion will be to
Associate Professor, Economics. This item was presented
for information only, with action by the Board at its
February 14-15, 1991 meeting.
6. Approved Sabbatical Leaves, 1991-92, UNR, UNLV, DRI, CCSN,
NNCC, TMCC and WNCC
Utilizing the criteria followed in prevous years, the max-
imum available leaves for 1991-92 for UNR is 13, UNLV is
13, DRI is 3, CCSN is 6, TMCC is 3, WNCC is 2, NNCC is 1.
A. University of Nevada Reno
President Crowley recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to UNR be awarded to the following:
John Altrocchi, Psychiatry/Behavorial Science, Academic
Year 1991-92
Bruce Blackadar, Mathematics, Academic Year 1991-92
Richard Burkhart, Chemistry, Spring, 1992
Rhoda Cummings, Curriculum and Instruction, Spring 1992
Catherine Fowler, Anthropology, Academic Year 1991-92
Peter Goin, Art, Academic Year 1991-92
Gary Haynes, Anthropology, Academic Year 1991-92
Miriella Melara, Foreign Language, Academic Year 1991-92
Catherine Smith, Music, Academic Year 1992
Baldev Vig, Biology, Spring, 1992
Leonard Weinberg, Political Science, Spring, 1992
Ilga Winicov, Microbiology/Biochemistry, Spring, 1992
Milton Wolf, Library, Fall, 1991
Alternates:
Ira Pauly, Psychiatry, Fall, 1991
William Wilborn, English, Academic Year 1991-92
B. University of Nevada, Las Vegas
President Maxson recommended the sabbatical leaves to
UNLV be awarded to the following:
Joseph A. Fry, History, Spring, 1992
Darlene Unrue, English, Spring, 1992
Kevin Crehan, Counseling and Educational Psychology,
Academic Year 1991-92
Satish Sharma, Social Work, Spring, 1992
Margaret Rees, Geoscience, Academic Year 1991-92
Stanley Hillyard, Biology, Academic Year 1991-92
John H. Warren, Instructional and Curricular, Fall, 1991
Richard Hoyt, Finance, Academic Year 1991-92
James Frey, Sociology, Spring, 1992
Carolyn Sabo, Nursing, Fall, 1991
Victor Kwong, Physics, Academic Year 1991-92
Leslie Cummings, Food and Beverage, Spring, 1992
Andrea Fontana, Sociology, Fall, 1991
Alternates:
Thomas Clark, English, Academic Year 1991-92
Nasim Dil, Special Education, Academic Year 1991-92
Shirley Emerson, Counseling and Eductional Psychology,
Academic Year 1991-92
Jean Decock, Foreign Language, Spring, 1992
John Schleich, Management, Spring, 1992
Andre Simmons, Economics, Spring, 1992
C. Desert Research Institute
President Taranik recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to DRI be awarded to the following:
C. Fred Rogers, Energy and Environmental Engineering
Center, Academic Year 1991-92
Alan Simmons, Quaternary Sciences Center, Academic Year
1991-92
John Watson, Energy and Environmental Engineering
Center, Academic Year 1991-92
D. Community College of Southern Nevada
President Meacham recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to CCSN be awarded to the following:
Barbara Nelson, Science and Health, Academic Year
1991-92
Alan Balboni, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences,
Academic Year 1991-92
Patrick Leary, Science and Health, Academic Year 1991-92
Robert E. Fagen, Industrial and Service Technologies,
Academic Year 1991-92
Jack Ringler, Arts, Humanities and Social Science, One
Semester
Robert C. Bay, Business, Fall, 1991
E. Northern Nevada Community College
President Remington recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to NNCC be awarded to the following:
Brent Murphy, Diesel Technology, Fall, 1991
F. Truckee Meadows Community College
President Gwaltney recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to TMCC be awarded to the following:
Mata-Marie Cooney, Learning Resources Center, Academic
Year 1991-92
Mary Love, Nursing, Academic Year 1991-92
Karen Wood, Nursing, Academic Year 1991-92
G. Western Nevada Community College
President Calabro recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to WNCC be awarded to the following:
Richard Riendeau, English Department, Fall, 1991
Roberta Trease, Business Department, Fall, 1991
President Crowley informed the Board that because the Unit
would not be using their allocation for the year, UNR would
assume that allocation for Ira Pauly, and Catherine Smith's
sabbatical would be for a full academic year rather than
for the Spring as listed in the agenda.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the sabbatical leaves as
amended to change Catherine Smith at UNR to the full aca-
demic year and to add first alternate Ira Pauly. Dr.
Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 10:55 A.M., January 10, 1991 to move
to committee meetings and a closed personnel session.
The open meeting reconvened at 2:25 P.M., January 10, 1991 with
all Regents except Mr. Foley and Mrs. Whitley present, and re-
cessed at 2:30 P.M. to move to committee meetings. The open
meeting reconvened in the Alumni Room, Jot Travis Student Union,
University of Nevada, Reno for a Regent's Workshop Session at
8:10 A.M., January 11, 1991 with all Regents present except Dr.
Hammargren, Mr. Foley and Mrs. Whitley.
7. Regents' Workshop
The Board of Regents met in a workshop session in the Alumni
Room, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
UNS International Programs -- Chairman Gallagher stated
that the reason for the workshop topic was to give the
Regents an opportunity to learn of the efforts on each
Campus in this arena. She mentioned the importance of
having Regents informed of international programs before
the programs are initiated.
President Maxson reported that UNLV is dedicated to expand-
ing international programs. He introduced Susan Thompson,
Director of International Programs at UNLV, to explain the
current offerings and future plans.
Ms. Thompson distributed material that described some of
the international programs offered through UNLV. She
stressed the importance of offering students an opportunity
to study global economy and diverse cultures. She explained
that her office counsels students to determine programs
which most closely suit a student's area of interest. Both
students and parents are counseled about registration, visa
forms, travel and housing arrangements, and all costs con-
nected with the program. Along with the personal counsel-
ing, a peer counseling program offers students an opportu-
nity to visit with others who have taken advantage of the
same program.
Mr. Klaich asked Vice Chancellor Fox the process for approv-
al of the international programs since they do not come be-
fore the Board of Regents for approval. Vice Chancellor Fox
suggested that the Board certainly should be aware of the
programs being offered.
President Crowley informed the Board that all international
programs offered at the two Universities are given extensive
review for quality control. By Board policy, unless a de-
gree is offered for a program it is not subject to Board
review and approval. However, the institutions should be
required to provide this information to the Board. Chairman
Gallagher agreed and asked Vice Chancellor Fox to develop a
policy in conjunction with the Presidents.
Mrs. Sparks pointed out that the international programs
dove-tail with regular University programs and credit is
given for courses completed. She stressed the importance
of assessing the international programs to assure they are
equivalent to classes offered at the Universities.
President Crowley echoed the sentiments of Ms. Thompson
about the importance of offering the international experi-
ence to students. He introduced UNR Director of Interna-
tional Programs, Ms. Lee Thomas, who discussed the "Inter-
national Campus" and "International Programs". She ex-
plained that an international Campus not only offers pro-
gram opportunities to American students to study in other
countries but also extends its program to foreign students.
An international Campus also offers positions to visiting
scholars from foreign countries and positions to resident
faculty to teach classes in other countries.
Ms. Thomas said that UNR has hired a full-time international
advisor whose goal is to assist students toward a positive
international experience, while maintaining credits to meet
target graduation dates.
Academic Vice President John Scally, TMCC, remarked that
although TMCC does work in conjunction with UNR in provid-
ing classes to Japanese students, it does offer English as
a Second Language (ESL) for its significant population of
non-American born students who need special language assist-
ance. He said that the amnesty program instituted in this
country a few years ago caused vital changes in education.
Currently in the public school, 30% of the students are
enrolled in ESL classes.
Dr. Bill Bishop, Vice President for Research at DRI, brief-
ly discussed projects the Institute conducts worldwide and
added that DRI has done research in every continent in
the world.
UNR Speech and Hearing Programs -- President Crowley intro-
duced Dean of the UN Medical School, Dr. Robert Daugherty,
who discussed the proposed building for the medical school
complex on the UNR Campus which will house the Student
Health Clinic and the Speech Pathology and Audiology De-
partments. He introduced Dr. Steve Mc Farlane who made a
presentation on the Speech Pathology and Audiology programs.
Dr. Mc Farlane praised the excellence of the faculty in his
Department and discussed innovative procedures and tech-
niques for treatment of patients developed by the UNR facul-
ty. He said that the clinic, housed in very inadequate
facilities, has seen over 7000 patients since its inception,
and that 300 patients are treated weekly. The clinic works
as a diagnostic center in conjunction with University hos-
pitals nationwide. He expressed his eagerness for a new
building which would provide desperately needed space for
clinical, research and teaching facilities.
Dr. Hammargren entered the meeting.
Dr. Mc Farlane gave examples of several patients who have
been successfully treated at the clinic and discussed
programs currently underway which reach individuals in
outlying counties.
Dr. Mc Farlane outlined the three goals of the Department:
1) to realize its dream of a new building; 2) to develop
a Ph. D. program (currently only two Universities on the
West Cost offer such a program); and 3) to develop
satellite programs in Las Vegas.
Dr. Mc Farlane related that the current facility is 7000
square feet and the new space is planned to be 24,000 square
feet.
President Crowley informed the Regents that UNR is approxi-
mately $500,000 to $1 million short of reaching its funding
goal before construction can begin on the proposed building;
however, they are heopeful that the private funding goal
will be attained during the next 12-18 months.
The open meeting recessed at 10:25 A.M., and reconvened at 10:30
A.M., January 11, 1991 to move to the Pine Auditorium for con-
tinuation of the regular meeting with all Regents present except
Mr. Foley and Mrs. Whitley.
8. Approved Naming of Building, UNR
Approved the name for the University's Animal Care/Research
Facility currently under construction at the School of Medi-
cine complex the John E. Nellor Biomedical Sciences Research
building.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of naming the new UNR Animal Care/
Research Facility the John E. Nellor Biomedical Sciences
Research building. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
9. Approved Contract, School of Medicine
Approved a contract between the School of Medicine and Uni-
versity Medical Center in Las Vegas which states that the
school will utilize the hospital exclusively for graduate
education programs. The agreement has been approved by the
University Medical Center Board.
President Crowley asked Dean Daugherty to briefly explain
the contract. Dr. Daugherty informed the Board that the
contract states that the University Medical Center provides
exclusive training ground for UN medical students in ac-
credited residency programs only. He stressed that the
contract does not include exclusive training ground for
other medical student programs.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the contract between the UN
Medical School and University Medical Center. Dr. Hammar-
gren seconded.
Mrs. Berkley questioned the time frame on the contract and
and pointed out that a time certain is not included. She
suggested that the contract not be open-ended.
Mrs. Sparks amended the motion to include language requir-
ing annual review before renewal. Dr. Hammargren seconded
the amendment.
Mrs. Sparks requested that a letter be sent to encourage
timely payments and asked that the letter be copied to each
of the Clark County Commissioners.
Motion carried.
The regular meeting recessed at 10:45 A.M., January 11, 1991 to
move to Foundation meetings and reconvened at 11:00 A.M. with all
Regents present except Mr. Klaich, Mr. Foley and Mrs. Whitley.
10. Approved Goals of the Board of Regents
The University of Nevada System Board of Regents at a
retreat at Mt. Charleston, Nevada on October 18-19, 1990,
reviewed and revised a list of goals for 1991-92. A re-
view and discussion of those goals was conducted. The
goals are filed with the permanent minutes.
Dr. Eardley moved to accept the revised list of Regents'
goals. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Mr. Klaich entered the meeting.
Dr. Hammargren asked if the goals would be reviewed during
the 1991 Regents' Workshop. Chairman Gallagher confirmed
that the goals are reviewed and revised at each workshop.
Motion carried.
11. Approved Unit Salary Schedule
Approved a salary schedule for professional employees in
the Chancellor's Office Unit for 1990-91. Chancellor Dawson
explained that the salary model covers professional employ-
ees within the University of Nevada System Unit, which in-
cludes the University of Nevada System Computing Services,
the University of Nevada Press, and the Chancellor's Office.
The proposed salary model was developed with input from a
committee of Unit employees and representation of the Unit
Senate. This model allows for a trainee level for individ-
uals who may need additional training or experience before
moving to the level 1 category on the schedule.
Chancellor Dawson explained that, because no schedule exist-
ed previously, the current Unit professional minimum and
maximum salaries were used and a fair market value analysis
was conducted.
Mrs. Karen Steinberg, UNS, explained that all existing sal-
aries were grouped in levels according to position descrip-
tions and required qualifications. All current professional
salaries were then applied to the levels. She stressed that
implementation of the schedule would not require additional
funding, and pointed out that the schedule does not apply to
those individuals whose salary is determined by the Board of
Regents.
Dr. Eardley questioned the need for the trainee level. Mrs.
Steinberg answered that this level will allow some flexi-
bility and explained that the salary model is meant to be
a guideline only to assess current positions as well as
placement of new hires. The schedule will be reviewed and
assessed yearly with input from the Unit Senate.
Dr. Eardley moved for approval of the Unit Salary Schedule.
Dr. Hammargren seconded.
Diane Dietrich, Unit Senate Chairman, commented that the
Unit Senate has reviewed the schedule and is pleased with
the recommendation. This will provide a formal process
for employees to understand the salary structure of the
Unit.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Sparks left the meeting.
12. Approved Request for Policy Waiver, UNLV
Approved a waiver of Board of Regents Policy, Title 4, Chap-
ter 10, Section 1, Purchasing Policy regarding an outstand-
ing commitment made at UNLV. President Maxson explained
that services in the amount of $12,319 were provided by
Merica, Burch and Dickerson to do the layout for the new
UNLV catalog. He was informed that the company carried the
job a step further than was requested, and printed the cata-
log as well. UNLV did receive quality services at very
competitive prices, but established procedures were unin-
tentionally not followed.
Chancellor Dawson and General Counsel Klasic recommended
that procedures be established to educate or remind staff
at UNLV of proper purchasing and contract procedures so that
this problem will not recur.
Dr. Eardley moved to waive the purchasing policy in this one
case for UNLV. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried.
13. Approved Amendment to Resolution #90-3, UNLV
Approved an amendment to Resolution #90-3 as follows:
Whereas, the University intends on borrowing up to
$5,000,000 from Security Pacific Bank, Nevada, N. A.
(the "Bank") pursuant to a letter from the Bank dated
April 11, 1990 (the "Proposal") for the purpose of
financing the acquisitiion, construction, improvements
and equipment of student housing, classrooms, labora-
tories and office space, at the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas. Such borrowing to be evidenced by a note
signed by the appropriate officials at the University
(the "Note"); and ...
Chairman Gallagher abstained from discussion and voting on
this topic because of a stated conflict of interest.
President Maxson explained that the request will allow UNLV
to use $2 million of the approved $5 million it is borrow-
ing fromm Security Pacific Bank, Nevada, for remodeling of
existing buildings to provide desperately needed laboratory,
classroom and office space. The loan amount will be repaid
from the UNLV capital improvement fee funds.
UNLV Vice President Harry Neel said that this has been dis-
cussed with Security Pacific Bank officials and they have
no objection to the special use of a portion of the funds.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of amendment to Resolution
#90-3. Dr. Derby seconded.
Dr. Eardley expressed concern about the pay back arrange-
ment, and asked if the Campus was over-extending. Presi-
dent Maxson answered that the Campus feels the remodeling
is a better investment than purchasing more temporary
trailers for instructional and office space.
Mr. Klaich reminded the group that when the loan was orig-
inally approved, it was with the understanding that rent
charged to students who occupied the Greek housing would
retire the loan. Use of the capital improvement fee fund
to pay a loan will encumber the funds making them unavail-
able for other needed projects. He said he understood the
need but felt it was not a good practice.
President Maxson agreed with Mr. Klaich and stated that it
is the State's obligation to provide the instructional and
office space for students and faculty; however, there is a
critical need for space on the Campus and this loan will
allow UNLV to better meet the crisis. The Greek housing, to
be built in clusters, is not yet ready for construction;
only two have been approved by their Chapters. President
Maxson related that even after reallocating the $2 million,
there will be funding enough to complete all four houses.
Motion carried. Mrs. Gallagher did not take part in the
vote.
Mrs. Sparks entered the meeting.
14. Approved Tennis Complex, UNLV
Approved the plans and the naming of the UNLV Tennis Complex
the Frank and Vicki Fertitta Tennis Stadium. The Fertittas
contributed the funds to build the stadium. Further author-
ization was given to seek approval from the Interim Finance
Committee and the State Public Works Board for the stadium,
which will hold approximately 3000 spectators. The ground-
breaking ceremony will be held in May, 1991.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to name the new tennis complex
the Frank and Vicki Fertitta Tennis Stadium. Dr. Derby
seconded. Motion carried.
Dr. Eardley moved approval to authorize UNLV to seek approv-
al from the Interim Finance Committee and State Public Works
Board for the complex. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion car-
ried.
15. Approved Use of Name Change, CCSN
Approved the use of the new College name, Community College
of Southern Nevada, for diplomas for students graduating in
May, 1991. The Board had approved the name change for the
College effective July 1, 1991. Mr. Phil Morgan, ASCC
President, explained that the students graduating this year
had participated in the selection process and have request-
ed that their diplomas carry the new name.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to use the name Community College
of Southern Nevada on the diplomas for students graduating
in May, 1991. Dr. Hammargren seconded. Motion carried.
16. Approved Recommendation on Reapportionment
Approved a recommendation to request the State Legislature
to increase the Board to 11 members. Chairman Gallagher
introduced Dr. Timothy Haller, consultant, who stated that
at the last meeting, Regents had requested additional in-
formation prior to discussing the options for reapportion-
ment. Three options for consideration had been presented:
1) Retain a 9 member Board
2) Move to an 11 member Board
3) Move to a 13 member Board
He reminded the Regents that only preliminary 1990 Census
figures for Nevada had been received, and said that particu-
lar sub-district boundaries cannot be drawn until the U. S.
Census Bureau releases the final counts in the late Spring.
Dr. Haller stated that minority populations, to a great
extent, will determine the shape of the district lines in
southern Nevada. If 35% of the population in an area is
minority, the area cannot be divided. He said that the
black and hispanic populations are increasing rapidly in
the south and special care must be given to the "35% rule".
He commented that an 11 Regent Board would allow more flex-
ibility in districting, and said that to retain a 9 member
Board would necessitate a very large district that includes
the northern most portion of Clark County and continuing
north to include southern portion of Douglas County.
In Washoe County a 9 member Board would require moving
approximately 20,000 from other counties probably from the
rural district.
He cautioned that with a 9 member Board it will be difficult
to take into account the "communities of interest", i. e.,
mining, agriculture, etc. Service communities have histor-
ically been districted so as not to divide these areas.
Dr. Haller stated that it is imperative to closely adhere
to federal law in the redistricting effort and the Regents
proposed plan should be drawn in a manner in which the dis-
tricts are as compact and homogeneous as possible and in
contiguous areas.
Mrs. Berkley questioned why a decision must be made at this
meeting and asked if a special meeting could be arranged to
discuss this further.
Dr. Hammargren left the meeting.
Chairman Gallagher cautioned that Dr. Haller is working on
a short time-frame and that he needs time to work with the
Board on the districts and the plan must be approved prior
to its submission to the Legislature. Holding off on a
decision until the April Board of Regents' meeting would not
allow sufficient time to prepare the plan. She also pointed
out that it is important to begin the lobbying process now
if it is the desire to move to an 11 member Board.
The open meeting recessed at 12:10 P.M. for lunch and reconvened
at 1:20 P.M. January 11, 1991 with all Regents present except Mr.
Foley and Mrs. Whitley. Discussion of Reapportionment continued.
Dr. Hammargren moved approval to recommend to the Legisla-
ture an 11 member Board of Regents. Dr. Derby seconded.
Chairman Gallagher informed the group that Regents Foley
and Whitley were contacted by telephone during the lunch
break and they affirmed their support for a recommendation
of an 11 member Board.
Dr. Derby listed the benefits associated with the move to
an 11 member Board:
1) maintain integrity of districts
2) greater integrated districts
3) better service to constituents because of lower
district populations
Mr. Klaich said he felt it important to vote on this issue.
He reminded the Board that it has discussed this issue
three times, at three separate meetings. Mrs. Sparks
agreed.
Mrs. Berkley voiced concern about boundaries for ethnic
group consideration. Dr. Haller explained that the answer
to that would have to wait until the final data is avail-
able.
Dr. Eardley said he understands that a move to an 11 member
Board will mean a service area with a population of 108,000.
He asked Dr. Haller if there are other political considera-
tions to take into account in making the decision.
Dr. Haller responded that it is always more difficult to
make a change. Staying at the current 9 member Board would
be easier politically, which is why, if it is the desire
of the Board to move to 11 members, the process begin im-
mediately. He said that the Regents must begin lobbying
Legislators as soon as possible.
Motion carried on roll call vote:
Aye: Regents Derby, Eardley, Gallagher, Hammargren,
Sparks
Nay: Regents Klaich, Berkley
17. Approved of Naming of Cafeteria, WNCC
Approved naming the cafeteria at the Western Nevada Commu-
nity College, Carson Campus, the Sedway Cafe in memory of
Dr. Marvin M. Sedway, long-time Nevada State Legislator and
Community College advocate. This request was initiated by
the Student Government.
Mrs. Berkley moved approval of the naming of the cafeteria
on the Western Nevada Community College Campus the Sedway
Cafe. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
President Calabro related that the dedication is scheduled
for the April Board of Regents meeting on his Campus.
18. Approved Easement, WNCC
Approved an easement which would provide an access to the
south side of the WNCC Campus. President Calabro explained
that due to the activities of a private land developer,
other private landowners in the Ash Canyon area of Carson
City are concerned about continued access to their property.
These landowners, consisting of Carson Lodge #1 (Masons),
the Laxalt and Bini families and the Joost Land and Cattle
Company Inc., wish to secure a public access roadway into
Ash Canyon. The private landowners wish to purchase a 50
foot roadway and access easement along the southern boundary
of the Western Nevada Community College Campus, to be dedi-
cated to the use of Carson City, to provide for a public
roadway meeting Carson City standards for perpetual use of
the residents of Carson City, affected landowners and for
wildland fire protection and suppression activities. The
land has been appraised at $43,000 and the landowners have
agreed to pay the appraised value.
President Calabro explained that the benefits to WNCC would
include a southern access route to the Campus property,
which will be important as the Campus expands. Other pub-
lic advantages would include increased access in case of a
wildland fire and more efficient wildland management activi-
ties.
Mr. Klaich moved to give Western Nevada Community College
authority to negotiate an easement or sale of property to
allow access to the south side of the Western Nevada Commu-
nity College Campus, at a negotiated price of at least
$43,000 with final review of documents by General Counsel.
Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
19. Report on Alternative Solutions to Facilities, TMCC
President Gwaltney presented information on two possible
solutions to the expansion of facilities for TMCC. The
two solutions include:
1) Obtaining an additional 12,000 square feet of
space at Old Town Mall.
2) Discussions with the TMCC Foundation Trustees
concerning raising private funds for a building.
President Gwaltney introduced Mr. Bonaudi who discussed
solution #1. He reported that the partnership between Old
Town Mall and Truckee Meadows Community College is working
well and it is the desire of the College to expand the
instructional space on the second floor of the mall near
the existing space, to include either a 10,000 square foot
area or a 14,500 square foot area. He said the expansion
will allow for double the classroom space now available
and additional office space for counseling, admission and
records, etc.
Regent Eardley congratulated TMCC for the mall idea and said
he would encourage the College to go forth with its plans
to acquire additional space.
Mrs. Berkley left the meeting.
Mrs. Sparks questioned the cost of the space. President
Gwaltney answered that the first year the cost would be
$.35/square foot, and then would be rented to TMCC at the
normal rate.
President Gwaltney introduced David Eckes, Facilities Proj-
ect Architect for TMCC, who discussed the option of raising
private funding to assist with facilities expansion. Mr.
Eckes stated that the TMCC Foundation is discussing the
launching of a capital campaign to assist with raising funds
to construct a building to house industrial/technical pro-
grams which have expanded so rapidly that a potential safe-
ty problem exists. The College has proposed a 32,000 square
foot building on the east end of the parking lot on the main
Campus site. He presented diagrams depicting the building
design and location in relation to the existing buildings.
He said the interior of the building would be similar to a
warehouse but would allow for three major shop spaces,
classrooms, and faculty offices. He added that the build-
ing will be equipped for exhaust and smoke ventilation to
comply with new OSHA regulations. The estimated cost of
the project is $2.8 million.
President Gwaltney reported that he would be meeting with
the Executive Committee of the TMCC Foundation to begin the
capital campaign soon, and will request approval from the
Board of Regents before the campaign begins. He said it is
anticipated that the foundation will be able to raise half
of the required amount, $1.4 million over the next 18 months
to 2 years. The College will seek a federal grant to match
that figure.
Mrs. Berkley returned to the meeting.
20. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee on
Admission Standards
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc Committee on
Admission Standards meeting, held on January 7, 1991, was
made by Regent Daniel J. Klaich, Chairman.
Mr. Klaich stated the January 7, 1991 meeting was held by
video-conference from the Nevada Bell and Centel locations
in Reno and Las Vegas. He praised the effectiveness of the
equipment and encouraged the Chancellor to explore the tech-
nology for possible use within the University of Nevada
System.
Mr. Klaich reproached the news media for the "sloppy" re-
porting of the events of the Committee meeting. He referred
to an editorial which appeared in the Las Vegas Review-
Journal the previous day, implicating Dr. Bill Cathey for
statements not made, or taken totally out of context.
He said the Committee set forth tentative goals which in-
clude:
1. Develop standards that are geared to promote the suc-
cess of students.
2. Diminish the effort of remedial education throughout
the System.
3. Consider the potential of high school grade inflation.
4. Consider current standards of comparable institutions
but in the unique circumstances of the University of
Nevada System.
5. Emphasize success in high school and the importance of
early counseling.
6. Improve the academic image and reputation of the Uni-
versity of Nevada, Reno and the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas among peer institutions, accrediting bodies,
and within the State of Nevada.
7. Enhance the overall educational experience by, among
other things, improving the quality of students in the
classrooms.
8. Enhance counseling of students.
9. Address related articulation issues.
10. Address budgetary impacts of new standards both at the
Universities and the Community Colleges.
11. Be sensitive to the particular needs of certain groups
including minority and non-traditional students.
12. Recognize the importance of other constituencies in
the success of this undertaking, including the State
Board of Education and local school districts.
Mr. Klaich said the purpose of identifying goals is to allow
for gathering of consistent data. He said that all believe
that the issues must be closely examined before the Commit-
tee will be prepared to make decisions on proposed admission
policy changes.
Mrs. Berkley praised the Committee for its slow and careful
approach and said she felt the author of the opinion column
in the Las Vegas Review-Journal wrote the article out of
ignorance. She suggested that Chairman Gallagher write to
the editor expressing the dismay of the Board for this type
of reporting. President Crowley agreed with Mrs. Berkley
and said he felt it appropriate to demand an apology for
writing of an article which was in no way based on fact.
Dr. Hammargren moved to accept the report and recommenda-
tions of the ad hoc Committee on Admission Standards. Dr.
Derby seconded. Motion carried.
21. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman reported on the outstanding faculty achievements
for their respective institutions:
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Dr. Richard Brown announc-
ed the following UNLV outstanding faculty for UNLV Faculty
Senate Chairman, Isabelle Emerson:
Leonard Zane, Director of the UNLV Honors Program and
Professor of Physics at UNLV has established an out-
standing Honors Program at the University. He is
dedicated to students and the Honors Programs.
University of Nevada, Reno - Faculty Senate Chairman Richard
Brown announced the following UNR outstanding faculty:
Dr. Neil Ferguson, Dean of Continuing Education, was
recognized by the Faculty Senate for service as Presi-
dent of the Association of University Summer Sessions
at its 70th annual meeting in Syracuse, New York.
Dr. William Jacobson, Professor of English, was com-
mended for being elected the 1991 Vice President and
1992 President-elect of the Society for the Study of
the Indigenous Languages of the Americas.
Dr. Bruce Johnson, Professor of Electrical Engineering,
was commended for being elected Director of the Inter-
national Electrical Engineering Honor Society.
Keith H. Johnson, Associate Director of the Fleischmann
Planetarium, was commended for being elected Treasurer
of the International Planetarium Society.
Dr. David Lightner, Professor of Chemistry and Director
of the UNS EPSCoR Program, was commended for being
elected to a 3-year term as Counselor of the American
Society for Photobiology and for being a founding member
of the Society in 1973.
Carol Parkhurst, Assistant Librarian, Getchell Library,
was recognized for serving a year as President of the
Library and Information Technology Association and for
Chairing the first annual Research and Education Net-
working Conference.
Desert Research Institute - Faculty Senate Chairman Steve
Mizell announced the following DRI outstanding faculty:
Dr. Jonathan Davis, posthumously was recognized as an
outstanding faculty member of the Desert Research
Institute. Dr. Davis, who died in an automobile acci-
dent on December 15, 1990, was a research professor
in the Quaternary Sciences Center and an international-
ly acknowledged expert in the field of Tephrachronology,
the science of using layers of volcanic ash to date
geological and archaeological deposits. During his 10
years at DRI Dr. Davis published more than 40 scientific
papers in Archaeology, Geology, Geophysics and Soil
Science. He was commended for his exceptional talent
for conceiving, initiating, and communicating innovative
interdisciplinary research directions. He had recently
been appointed an administrative fellow at DRI.
Northern Nevada Community College - Faculty Senate Chairman
Mike Mc Farlane announced the following NNCC outstanding
faculty:
Karen Tempel, Computer Instructor at Northern Nevada
Community College and active member of the Faculty
Senate was commended for her ability to teach computer
skills to NNCC students and to the business community.
Western Nevada Community College - Faculty Senate Chairman
Don Carlson announced the following WNCC outstanding
faculty:
Louise Evans, Art Instructor, was commended for her
dedication to students and for coordinating permanent
art displays throughout Fallon. She was also recognized
for being a member of the Churchill County School Board
and for organizing statewide workshops on Censorship
and Academic Challenges in Public Education.
22. Information Only: Outstanding Student Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Student Govern-
ment Officer reported on the outstanding student achieve-
ments from their respective institutions.
Western Nevada Community College - USA Vice President Deanne
King announced the following outstanding student:
Scott Kendall was recognized by the students at WNCC
for his scholastic excellence, his service to the Carson
City community, assistance to students in the Financial
Aid Department, and for organizing the Drug and Alcohol
Awareness Week activities on the Campus.
Northern Nevada Community College - Faculty Senate Chairman
Mike Mc Farlane announced the following outstanding student:
Andria Crouch, a full-time student in Child Development/
Education was commended for her service as the President
of the Parent Teacher Organization, working as an emer-
gency substitute teacher for the School District, dis-
playing intellectual curiosity, and for exhibiting en-
thusiasm for academics, education, children, and teach-
ing. It was noted that Ms. Couch, along with her other
activities, is also a mother.
23. Approved Resolution, Wolf Pack Football Team
Chancellor Dawson requested approval of the following reso-
lution honoring the UNR Wolf Pack Football Team:
Resolution #91-2
WHEREAS, the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack has
completed their most successful and memorable football
season in their distinguished 92-year history; 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, quali-
fying for the playoffs, and advancing to the NCAA Divi-
sion I-AA national football championship game; 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 University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack Team
and coaching staff has demonstrated outstanding competi-
tive spirit and sportsmanship both on and off the play-
ing field; 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 of
Nevada System that the University of Nevada, Reno Coach
Chris Ault and members of the coaching staff and team
be commended for an outstanding 1990 football season
and for the great honor they bring to intercollegiate
athletics within the State of Nevada.
Dr. Hammargren moved approval of the resolution acknowledg-
ing the UNR Wolf Pack Football Team. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Motion carried.
Mr. Klaich commended the coaches and players for the dignity
they displayed during the championship game. He said the
Wolf Pack represented Nevada very well, a fact that was even
mentioned by the commentators of the game.
24. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee
A report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Commit-
tee meeting, held January 10, 1991, was made by Regent
Lonnie Hammargren.
(1) Approved the AAS in Military Occupations, TMCC. Ref.
AA-1 is filed in the Regents' Office. This program
will provide occupational training for military person-
nel aimed at enhancing their technical managerial and
leadership skills.
(2) Approved the AAS in Substance Abuse, TMCC. Ref. AA-2
is filed in the Regents' Office. This program will
provide entry-level professionals with the counseling
skills, knowledge of substance abuse, and intervention
skills necessary for State licensing as a Substance
Abuse Counselor.
(3) Approved the Ph. D. of Civil Engineering, UNLV. Ref.
AA-3 is filed in the Regents' Office. The doctoral
degree in Civil Engineering will build upon established
undergraduate and masters degree programs. Areas of
concentration will include Structural Mechanics, Solid
Mechanics, Soil and Rock Mechanics, Transportation
Engineering, and Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Engi-
neering.
(4) Approved the Ph. D. of Computer Science, UNLV. Ref.
AA-4 is filed in the Regents' Office. The doctoral
degree in Computer Science has been designed to provide
the graduate with a general mastery of computer science
knowledge, as well as specialization in one of six re-
search areas.
(5) Approved the Ph. D. in History, UNLV. Ref. AA-5 is
filed in the Regents' Office. The proposed program
will provide students with the opportunity to special-
ize in one of two major areas: the American West and
Intellectual/Cultural History.
(6) Approved the establishment of a Department of Public
Administration, UNLV. Ref. AA-6 is filed in the Re-
gents' Office. This proposal would separate the
Master of Public Administration Program from the
Management Department and create a separate Depart-
ment in the College of Business and Economics.
(7) Approved a BS in Materials Science and Engineering,
UNR. Ref. AA-7 is filed in the Regents' Office. This
program would involve an interdisciplinary effort to
provide students with training in the scientific prin-
ciples and engineering applications of materials such
as metals, ceramics, polymers and composites.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Academic Affairs Committee. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Motion carried.
25. Report and Recommendations of the Audit Committee
A report and recommendations of the Audit Committee meeting
held January 10, 1991 was made by Regent James Eardley.
(1) Approved the UNR Financial Statements. Mr. Wayne
Stokes of Deloitte and Touche, the UNS independent
auditing firm, presented a report on the June 30,
1990 UNR Financial Statement.
(2) Approved the UNR Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 UNR Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(3) Approved the UNLV Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 UNLV Financial Statement.
(4) Approved the UNLV Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 UNLV Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(5) Approved the DRI Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 DRI Financial Statement.
(6) Approved the DRI Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 DRI Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(7) Approved the TMCC Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 TMCC Financial Statement.
(8) Approved the TMCC Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 TMCC Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(9) Approved the CCCC Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 CCCC Financial Statement.
(10) Approved the CCCC Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 CCCC Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(11) Approved the WNCC Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 WNCC Financial Statement.
(12) Approved the WNCC Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 WNCC Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(13) Approved the NNCC Financial Statements. Deloitte and
Touche, UNS independent auditing firm, presented a
report on the June 30, 1990 NNCC Financial Statement.
(14) Approved the NNCC Constructive Service Letter.
Deloitte and Touche, UNS independent auditing firm,
presented a report on the June 30, 1990 NNCC Construc-
tive Service Letter.
(15) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
audit of the UNLV Undergraduate Admissions, Fall,
1989.
(16) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented a
follow-up report of the UNLV Intercollegiate Athletics
July 1, 1987 through June 30, 1988.
(17) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented a
follow-up report of the UNLV Intercollegiate Athletics
Athletic Development Office, July 1, 1987 through
June 30, 1988.
(18) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
follow-up report of the UNLV Athletic Department
Ticket Office, July 1, 1987 through May 31, 1988.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the report and recommenda-
tions of the Audit Committee. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion
carried.
26. Approved Report and Recommendations of the Budget and
Finance Committee
A report and recommendations of the Budget and Finance
Committee meeting, held January 10, 1991 was made by
Regent James Eardley, Chairman.
(1) Approved the Self-Supporting Budgets for the UNR
School of Medicine. The budgets are on file in the
Board of Regents' Office.
a) Family Medicine, Research - Research Gifts
b) Lab Animal Care Services, Research - Veterinary
Operating
(2) Approved the UNR Self-Supporting Budgets. The budg-
ets are on file in the Board of Regents' Office.
a) Center for Applied Research, College of Human
and Community Sciences
b) Mackay School of Mines - Mackay Minerals Research
Institute - Sales and Service
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the self-supporting budgets for
the School of Medicine and the UNR College of Human and
Community Sciences and UNR Mackay School of Mines. Dr.
Derby seconded. Motion carried.
(3) Approved the WNCC Summer Session Budget. The budget
is on file in the Board of Regents' Office.
(4) Approved the TMCC Summer Session Budget. The budget
is on file in the Board of Regents' Office.
(5) Approved the UNR Summer Session Budget. The budget
is on file in the Board of Regents' Office.
(6) Approved the UNS Summer Session Budget. The budget
is on file in the Board of Regents' Office.
Dr. Derby moved approval of the Summer Session budgets for
WNCC, TMCC, UNR and UNLV. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion
carried.
(7) Approved the following Handbook changes, Title 4,
Chapters 16 and 17, regarding UNLV Registration:
A. Title 4, Chapter 17, Section 3 - Registration
Fee. There shall be a registration or enrollment
fee assessed all students enrolling in a course.
B. Title 4, Chapter 16, Paragraph F, UNLV, Section
11, Registration, Ref. B & F-1 is filed in the
Regents' Office.
(8) Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 3,
Section 19, Summer Session Salary Schedule, UNLV
efffective for the 1991 Summer Session:
UNLV Faculty
Professor $1150 per credit hour
Associate Professor 1115
Assistant Professor 1085
Lecturer 970
Visiting Faculty
Professor $1050 per credit hour
Associate Professor 1000
Assistant Professor 950
Lecturer 800-950
Lab Assistant 825
Professor Emeritus: Depends upon rank at time of
retirement.
The per-credit-hour salary is understood to be a
maximum allowable salary. A lower per-credit-hour
salary, when necessitated by low enrollment and when
agreed to by the Instructor, is not precluded.
(9) Approved a Handbook change to the Deferred Payment
Policy, UNR, Title 4, Chapter 17, Section 21.
1. Contracts for deferred payment of room and board
costs which are in excess of $250 and/or regis-
tration and tuition fees for more than seven (7)
credit hours are available for the Spring and Fall
semesters only. Special fees, i. e., lab fees,
insurance, etc., and approximately one-half (1/2)
of the registration and tuition fee are payable
at registration. The balance is due and payable
as follows: one-half (1/2) not later than Friday
of the sixth week of instruction, and one-half
(1/2) not later than Friday of the tenth week of
instruction. For housing costs, one-third is
payable with the submission of a contract for the
Fall semester and on December 10 or the last work
day before that date for the Spring semester. A
second one-third is due July 15 or the last work
day before that date for the Fall semester and
January 15 or the last work day before that date
for the Spring semester. The last one-third for
each semester is due not later than Friday of the
sixth week of instruction. For board payments,
one-half (1/2) is payable when the resident halls
open, one-half (1/2) of the balance is then pay-
able not later than Friday of the sixth week of
instruction and the remainder is due not later
than Friday of the ninth week of instruction. Any
unpaid balance on a deferred fee payment becomes
a student accounts receivable on the due date and
is treated as an official fee hold for future reg-
istration, transcript privileges and final grade
reports. Disenrollment procedures may be insti-
tuted if necessary. A penalty fee of 10% is
charged on the deferred balance not paid by the
due date.
(10) Approved to use Capital Improvement Funds in the
amount of approximately $80,000 to allow UNR to pur-
chase a real estate parcel on Evans Avenue immediate-
ly adjacent to the Campus.
Mrs. Sparks moved to accept the above Handbook changes for
Registration, UNLV, Summer Session Salary Schedules, UNLV,
Deferred Payment Policy, UNR and for approval for use of
the Capital Improvement Funds for UNR. Dr. Derby seconded.
Motion carried.
27. Approved the Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc
Committee on the Status of Women
A report and recommendations of the Status of Women Com-
mittee meeting, held January 10, 1991 was made by Regent
Carolyn Sparks, Chairman.
Mrs. Sparks reported that the Committee reviewed current
University of Nevada System Campus programs. She said a
status report was given by Dr. Isabelle Emerson who in-
formed the Committee that progress is being made toward
realization of a UNLV Women's Center. The estimated budget
for the Center is $95,000-107,000 for the coming biennium.
Mrs. Sparks said that the Committee has engaged the services
of the Research Center from UNR and UNLV to assist in the
assessment of the current programs to help define the fu-
ture needs on each Campus.
Mrs. Sparks moved for approval of the report and recommenda-
tions of the ad hoc Committee on the Status of Women. Mr.
Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
28. Approved an Easement, DRI
Approved an easement to the Las Vegas Valley Water District
for installation of a water vault for water connection to
the Southern Nevada Science Center.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the easement to the Las Vegas
Valley Water District for DRI's Southern Nevada Science
Center. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
29. Approved General Counsel's Position on the NCAA Official
Inquiry Release
General Counsel Donald Klasic reported that upon receipt of
the official NCAA Inquiry, he contacted President Maxson
and it was agreed that the document be considered confiden-
tial. He said it was determined that the document could be
released only after names of individuals contained in it
were whited out. He explained that the Inquiry was the end
product of a preliminary investigation and he cited three
reasons justifying the decision:
1) Buckley Act. Federal Law requires that educational
records on students be kept confidential;
2) Liberty Interest. He said the U. S. Supreme Court
rules that an individual must be free of a stigma
until they have had an opportunity to clear their
name. Under the procedure conducted by NCAA, in-
dividuals have not had the opportunity to counter
the charges being discussed; and
3) Release of information could create a possible
liability situation for Regents, the University
of Nevada System, and University of Nevada, Las
Vegas.
Dr. Eardley moved to support the position taken by General
Counsel, and the action of removal of all names from the
NCAA Official Inquiry document. Dr. Hammargren seconded.
Mr. Klasic mentioned also that release of the names could
compromise the pending investigation being conducted by
the Attorney General's Office.
Ms. Andrea Engleman, President of the Nevada State Press
Association, expressed dismay at the decision of the General
Counsel in omitting the names of individuals within the NCAA
Inquiry. She stated that, because the University of Nevada
System is State funded, the people in the State have a right
to a complete copy of the document. She said that the media
has always been very supportive of UNLV, but by not releas-
ing the names, that relationship has been damaged. She also
mentioned that public opinion of the handling of the entire
NCAA/UNLV issue is not supportive.
Ms. Engleman said the Nevada State Press Association is
contemplating legal action against the University of Nevada
System.
Mr. Klasic suggested that the University System finds itself
in a catch 22 position, subject to liable suits if names
were released or subject to possible legal action from the
media if names are not released.
Motion carried. Mrs. Berkley abstained.
30. New Business
In new business the following items were considered:
Mr. Klaich asked for information concerning the Nurse
Practitioner Programs at UNR and UNLV in a written report.
Mr. Klaich asked for a general update on athletic programs
to include women's programs and non-revenue sports.
President Crowley mentioned that he had attended a recent
NCAA Conference and offered to update the Regents of the
new regulations coming on-line that will affect the Univer-
sities.
The meeting adjourned at 3:45 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
01-10-1991