UCCSN Board of Regents' Meeting Minutes
January 11-12, 1990
1-11-1990
Pages 47-91
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
January 11-12, 1990
The Board of Regents met on the above date in Rooms 201-202,
Donald Moyer Student Union, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Members present: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher, Chairman
Dr. Jill Derby
Dr. James Eardley
Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Dr. Lonnie Hammargren
Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Mr. Sig Rogich
Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks
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 James Taranik, DRI
Mr. Don Klasic, General Counsel
Dr. Warren Fox, Vice Chancellor
Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen Deborah Ballard-Reisch
(UNR), Paula Funkhouser (TMCC), Alan Gertler (DRI), Mike Hardie
(WNCC), Tom Kendall (Unit), Nancy Master (UNLV), Michael Mc
Farlane (NNCC), and Norma Suchy (CCCC), and Student Association
Officers.
Chairman Dorothy Gallagher called the meeting to order at 12:10
P.M., Thursday, January 11, 1990.
1. Personnel Session
Upon motion by Mr. Rogich, seconded by Mrs. Sparks, the
Board moved to a closed personnel session for the purpose
of discussing the character, alleged misconduct, profession-
al competence or physical or mental health of a person in
accordance with NRS 241.030.
Upon motion by Mr. Klaich, seconded by Mrs. Sparks, the
Board moved to open session. Motion carried.
The open meeting reconvened at 1:55 P.M., Thursday, January 11,
1990, with all Regents present.
2. Report on the Great Basin Environmental Laboratory, DRI
President Taranik informed the Board of Regents that this
Laboratory will focus on the global environment changes,
then proceeded to introduce Mr. Paul Howarth, Howarth and
Associates, who provided an update on the status of fin-
ancing for the construction of the Great Basin Environmental
Laboratory adjacent to the George B. Maxey Science Center
in Reno. Mr. Howarth stated that the amount of the loan
to finance this facility is $2 million with an indirect
loan of $500,000 for reserves. The banks have been noti-
fied, but as yet have not responded with bid proposals. He
stated that he would be reporting to the Council of Presi-
dents to explain the financing and will report back to the
Board.
3. Approved the Southern Nevada Science Center, DRI
President Taranik introduced Mr. Tom Schoeman and Mr. Steve
Carr, JMA Architects and Engineers, who presented the sche-
matic design and status of the design development for the
Southern Nevada Science Center, Phase IA. They reported
that the Southern Nevada Science Center would be construct-
ed in three phases, the first (IA) consisting of approxi-
mately 41,040 square feet.
Mr. Rogich suggested that the signage on the building should
represent Desert Research Institute and University of Nevada
System equally.
President Taranik reported that the scheduled timetable is
for the construction drawings to be finalized in early June,
the groundbreaking in September, and occupancy to occur in
the Summer of 1991.
Upon questioning by Dr. Eardley, it was reported that the
labs in this facility would also enhance programs at UNLV
by sharing lab space, faculty and students. President
Taranik stated that DRI is looking forward to working with
UNLV. They are in the process of hiring ten Doctorate
faculty and are devising ways for them to teach courses at
UNLV.
Dr. Eardley moved approval to accept the schematic design
for the Southern Nevada Science Center, Phase IA, at DRI.
Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 2:10 P.M. and reconvened at 2:25
P.M., Thursday, January 11, 1990, with all Regents present ex-
cept Regent Joseph Foley.
4. Approved Lease of Land, CCCC
President Meacham introduced Mr. Gordon Gochnour, Assistant
to the President, who in turn introduced Mr. Robert A.
Fielden, Consultant to the Las Vegas/Clark County Library
District. Mr. Fielden stated the legalities of the lease
agreement have been worked out between the attorneys of both
parties. Having a branch of the Library on the Campus site
will be of great benefit to all concerned, including the
citizens of North Las Vegas.
Approved leasing approximately four acres of land at the
West Charleston Campus site to the Las Vegas/Clark County
Library Association for the sum of $1 per year for con-
struction of a branch Library.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the lease of land at the West
Charleston Campus site to the Las Vegas/Clark County Library
Association for the sum of $1 per year for construction of
a branch Library. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried.
5. Approved EPSCoR Program and Recommendations
Chancellor Dawson presented a review of the current UNS
Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research
(EPSCoR) Program and the National Science Foundation's (NSF)
proposed changes for the program. He stated that in 1986
Nevada was awarded the NSF grant for EPSCoR. The program
has greatly strengthened Nevada's scientific posture and
contributes directly to the State's economic growth and di-
versification. Chancellor Dawson introduced Dr. Art
Anderson, Chairman of the Nevada EPSCoR Executive Committee
and Dr. David Lightner, EPSCoR Project Director.
In his report, Dr. Lightner stated: "the NSF is responsi-
ble for developing and maintaining the health of Science
and Engineering throughout the United States. This res-
ponsibility covers not only those states that have been
traditionally strong in Science and Engineering, but also
extends to those that have been less competitive in obtain-
ing federal research and development support. EPSCoR was
initiated in 1980 to assist these states to reach a higher
level of competitiveness.
"The NSF five-year $3,000,000 grant to the State of Nevada
through the UNS commenced in Autumn 1986, with the required
matching funds: $3,000,000 of new money, and an additional
$3,000,000 from the UNS through UNR, UNLV and DRI in-kind
match. Nevada EPSCoR is designed to build nationally prom-
inent research programs with Scientists who can attract
funding from federal sources, to help bring the Science and
Engineering base of the cited Campuses up to a level of
national competitiveness and thus provide the educational
incentives for achieving economic diversification in our
State.
"Nevada EPSCoR had just started its fourth year, with pro-
grams funded at DRI (Biological Sciences, Social Sciences),
UNLV (Laser Physics) and UNR (Chemistry and Chemical Phys-
ics, Insect Biochemistry and Plant Molecular Biology) and
UNS (Women in Research). Some of the programs have broad
interests and interact with other Departments, e. g., DRI's
Biological Sciences Center draws faculty from UNLV's Biol-
ogy Department and from UNR's Biochemistry and Range, Wild-
life and Forestry Departments. To this extent, a Statewide
program in Great Basin Plant Biology and Ecology is being
developed. The Women in Research Program identifies women
target Scientists at UNR, UNLV and DRI for grant writing
seminars and sponsors extended research visits to distin-
guished laboratories in the U. S. Nevada EPSCoR has brought
in 25 new research faculty to its programs during the past
three years; more are scheduled to be added over the next
several years. The EPSCoR faculty brought in over $6 mil-
lion in research grants during the past three years. Nearly
$2 million in new state-of-the-art equipment and facilities
has been added during this period.
"The NSF intends to fund a new round of EPSCoR for an addi-
tional five year cycle starting in January 1992, with pro-
posals due in January, 1991. On the strength of its current
success, we expect that Nevada EPSCoR will be ready to pro-
pose new interdisciplinary centers and programs to the NSF
for the next funding cycle."
Dr. Lightner invited the members of the Board of Regents to
meet the six Principal Investigators and to review their
projects on display in the Board room.
(Mrs. Whitley left the meeting.)
Dr. Anderson informed Board of Regents that Nevada EPSCoR
has achieved ten years of success with the conviction that
excellence can be developed in the State of Nevada. The
next round in receiving the EPSCoR grant begins in two
years, but the planning should begin at this time. The
next round will bring larger funding opportunities to
Nevada. Dr. Anderson stated that the State will be required
to continue to match the EPSCoR grant in the next round.
The grant proposal will probably be $1.5 million over the
three years. Currently, the institutions have exceeded
their pledges from initial beginnings. Competition for
this grant is across 17 states. The purpose in obtaining
the grant is to provide State resource development in
Science and Engineering.
Addressing the future of EPSCoR, Dr. Anderson stated that
the grant will provide growth in human resource require-
ments; involvement of women, minorities, and new sources;
the formation of a coalition for EPSCoR funding; expansion
to other agencies; and an organization for the established
EPSCoR structures.
Dr. Anderson suggested the following recommendations to the
Board of Regents:
1) Prepare for next NSF round at this time; and
2) Prepare for an enlarged role by expanding the role of
the EPSCoR committee, including Governor sponsorship,
broadening the political and economic base, and parti-
cipating in the political, private and academic sectors.
Dr. Hammargren stated that Nevada has gained enormously
from the EPSCoR grant and that other agencies will be in-
volved in the future with the program.
Chairman Gallagher added that Nevada has exceeded the orig-
inal expectations. In one respect, this program has foster-
ed competition between the two Universities. She expressed
her pleasure in having Dr. Anderson as the Chairman of this
project, and stated that he has communicated much enthusiasm
for this project.
President Crowley concurred with Chairman Gallagher's state-
ments, adding a suggestion that the present program should
be institutionalized in order to receive funding from the
State.
President Maxson stated that the EPSCoR Program has accom-
plished much for the UNLV programs it utilizes, and has
brought out the talents of UNLV Scientists. Dr. Anderson
stated that the Scientists are what made the EPSCoR Program
successful.
President Taranik recognized Dr. Anderson's contributions
to the program along with DRI's Foundation Board of Trustees
and DRI's National Advisory Board. EPSCoR had made a major
impact at DRI by creating a truly competitive program for
UNS's Scientists. He stated that it is important for Nevada
to have a larger scope in order to be more competitive and
to obtain more resources from the Legislature.
President Crowley extended his gratitude to Dr. Lightner who
had led these efforts throughout the University of Nevada
System.
Dr. Hammargren moved approval of the EPSCoR Program and its
recommendations. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
6. Approved the 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
December 7-8, 1989.
(2) Approved the gifts, grants and contracts, listed in
Ref. C-1, filed with permanent minutes.
(3) Approved the following appointments to WNCC Advisory
Board:
Bonnie Carter, Fallon
Richard Lattin, Fallon
(4) Approved the following appointments to the UNLV Insti-
tute for Real Estate Studies Advisory Committee in the
College of Business and Economics.
The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to provide
guidance from the Real Estate industry with respect to
the development of courses and degree programs which
are responsive to the needs of the profession. The
Advisory Committee will also assist in the identifica-
tion of research projects, seminars, and conferences
which the Institute will coordinate.
Cheryl Andrus, Las Vegas
Mike Ballard, Las Vegas
Bill Berkey, Las Vegas
Elaine Blake, Las Vegas
Greg Borgel, Las Vegas
Dan Cashdan, Las Vegas
Don Dunn, Las Vegas
Pat Egger, Las Vegas
Lilly Fong, Las Vegas
Leroy Hanneman, Las Vegas
Mike Henle, Las Vegas
C. Stanley Hunterton, Las Vegas
Dan Jackson, Las Vegas
Jeff Johnson, Las Vegas
Larry Larkin, Las Vegas
Wai-Nung C. Lee, Las Vegas
Robert Lewis, Las Vegas
Debbie March, Las Vegas
Richard Masters, Las Vegas
John Merica, Las Vegas
Steven D. Molasky, Las Vegas
Hal Ober, Las Vegas
Lydia Orrantia, Las Vegas
Dale Puhl, Las Vegas
Shirley Rappaport, Las Vegas
Patsy Redmond, Reno
Frank Sala, Las Vegas
Barry Shinehouse, Las Vegas
Florence Skurski, Las Vegas
Kendall Stewart, Las Vegas
Irene Vogel, Las Vegas
James Whitworth, Las Vegas
Jack Woodcock, Las Vegas
Sally Young, Reno
(5) Approved of the following appointments to the UNLV
Design Review and Master Planning Committee.
The Committee is advisory to the President on Campus
Physical Development. It provided guidance for Campus
planning, landscaping and building design by reviewing
all proposed and ensuing construction, landscape, in-
frastructure, parking, interior, and sign graphic plans
to ensure compatibility with the existing UNLV Campus
and long range master planning. The Committee also re-
views and makes recommendations to the President for
improvements to the University district bordering the
Campus perimeter in coordination with the Clark County
Planning Department, the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
and others involved in this long-range planning ob-
jective.
John Amend, Las Vegas
Hugh Burgess, Las Vegas
Leslie Dunworth, Las Vegas
David Hollenbeck, Las Vegas
Mark Smith, Las Vegas
John C. Unrue, Las Vegas
Elaine Wynn, Las Vegas
Jack Zunino, Las Vegas
(6) Approved a five-year contract for Head Football Coach,
Jim Strong, at UNLV.
(7) Approved Retirement Plan Amendment No. 1 which is a
technical amendment to the UNS Retirement Plan required
by the IRS Code. (Ref. C-2, filed in the Regents' Of-
fice.)
(8) Approved the granting of an easement to Nevada Power
Company for the property situated in the County of
Clark, State of Nevada, in the Southeast Quarter (SE
1/4) of Section 22, Township 21 South, Range 61 East,
M. D. M., Nevada.
(9) Approved the granting of an easement to the County of
Clark for the construction and maintenance of a drive-
way, utilities and landscaping along the western edge
of the DRI Campus property at Swenson and Flamingo
Roads.
This easement will allow access to the Clark County
Fire Station No. 1 to be constructed immediately east
of the DRI Campus. This easement will also provide
another landscaped access to the DRI Science Research
Center.
Approval of the granting of this easement is contingent
upon County of Clark vacating a portion of the easement
for flood control purposes which exists along southern
edge of the DRI Campus property.
(10) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. UNS Board of Regents/University of Nevada School of
Medicine and Nevada State Health Division
Effective: October 1, 1989 through September 30,
1990
Amount : $32,000 to Medical School
Purpose : Medical School will provide identifi-
cation of medically underserved popula-
tion groups in Nevada and technical
assistance to community health centers
in the area of health manpower recruit-
ment, grant writing, reimbursement en-
hancement and human resources.
B. UNS Board of Regents/College Inn
Effective: January 28, 1990
Amount : $1,900
Purpose : College Inn will provide meeting room
to accommodate 20 attendees for event
to be held January 28 to February 2,
1990.
C. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Nevada State Bureau
of Services for Child Care
Effective: December 1, 1989 to June 30, 1990
Amount : $4,186 to UNR
Purpose : UNR will provide child care training
for child care providers on site for
young children in Elko, Ely, Fallon,
Gardnerville, Henderson, North Las
Vegas, Round Mountain and Winnemucca.
Dr. Earley moved adoption of the Consent Agenda and approval
of the prepared agenda with the authority to change the or-
der of the items as specified throughout the meeting. Mr.
Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
7. Introductions
President Crowley reintroduced himself to the Board of Re-
gents following his four-month leave to undertake research
and writing at Oxford University. He stated that he re-
searched the role of the higher education Presidency and
has leared that the Chancellor of Vanderbilt, James Hampton
Kirkland, had served in the role of Chancellor for 44 years
which received mixed comments from the group. President
Crowley will submit a formal report to the Board of Regents
in the near future.
8. Chancellor's Report
Chancellor Dawson reported on the status of actions that
have been performed since the Board of Regents adopted the
ad hoc Committee on Community College Faculty Relations'
recommendations.
1) The job description for the System Officer position to
be established in the Chancellor's Office to represent
the interests of the Community Colleges exclusively is
being developed and will be submitted to the Board of
Regents for consideration at the April Board meeting.
2) Two Board of Regents' meetings have been scheduled at
two Community Colleges during 1990. The April 12-13
meeting will be held at CCCC, and the October 11-12
meeting will be held at NNCC. Workshop topics will
focus on Community College issues.
3) The UNS Director of Public Information will publish a
system newsletter and calendar in the near future.
4) The System Compensation Committee, which reports to
the Chancellor, will be divided into two groups:
1) the two Universities, DRI, and Unit
2) the four Community Colleges
Both groups will continue to report to the Chancellor.
Mr. Klaich requested progress reports from the System
Compensation Committee.
5) Community College Presidents are addressing "The Futures
Commission" recommendations outlined in the 1988 report,
"Building Communities".
6) The Community College Presidents will submit to the
Board of Regents their Campuses' governance flow charts
in February.
(Mr. Foley left the meeting).
9. Approved Sabbatical Leaves, 1990-91, UNR, UNLV, DRI, CCCC,
TMCC and WNCC
Nevada Revised Statutes and Board of Regents' policy pro-
vide for the total number of sabbatical leaves which may be
awarded each year.
Utilizing the criteria followed in previous years, the max-
imum available leaves for 1990-91 for:
UNR = 12
UNLV = 12
DRI = 2
CCCC = 5
TMCC = 3
WNCC = 2
A. University of Nevada, Reno
President Crowley recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to UNR be awarded to the following:
Reinhard Bruch, Physics, Academic Year 1990-91
William Douglass, Basque Studies, Academic Year 1990-91
Beatrix Gardner, Psychology, Academic Year 1990-91
Viktoria Hertling, Foreign Language, Academic Year 1990-
91
Piotr Hoffman, Philosophy, Academic Year 1990-91
Jack Kelly, Philosophy, Fall 1990
Grant Miller, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science, Academic
Year 1990-91
Bruce T. Moran, History, Academic Year 1990-91
John Peacock, Internal Medicine, Academic Year 1990-91
Ron Reitz, Biochemistry, Fall 1990
Robert Solso, Psychology, Academic Year 1990-91
Robert Winzeler, Anthropology, Academic Year 1990-91
Alternates:
James Bernardi, Speech and Theatre, Fall 1990
Lois Parker, Counseling, Academic Year 1990-91
(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:
Patrick Apfel, Rad. Sciences, Fall 1990
Jerry L. Crawford, Theatre Arts, Spring 1991
Leonard E. Goodall, Management, Spring 1991
Richard Harp, English, Fall 1990
Chad M. Murvosh, Bio. Science, Spring 1991
Gary Palmer, Anthropology, Fall 1990
Bhagwan Singh, Philosophy, One Semester
Larry Strate, Finance, Fall 1990
John Swetnam, Anthropology, Spring 1991
Marianne Tortorici, Rad. Sciences, Spring 1991
Andrew C. Tuttle, Political Science, Spring 1991
Mark A. Weinstein, English, Academic Year 1990-91
Alternates:
Roger A. Arnold, Economics, Spring 1991
William Marchant, Couns. Ed. Psy./Fnd., Fall 1990
Thomas Holder, Art, Academic Year 1990-91
Nasim Dil, Couns. Education, Fall 1990
Robert Burgan, Theatre Art, Fall 1990
(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:
Thomas Hoffer, Energy and Environmental Engineering
Center, Six Months
Scott W. Tyler, Water Resources Center, Academic Year
1990-91
(See Ref. D for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.)
D. Clark County Community College
President Meacham recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to CCCC be awarded to the following:
Marguerite Re, Arts/Humanities, Academic Year 1990-91
Norma Suchy, Science/Health, Fall 1990
Kenneth Hill, Audio/Visual, Fall 1990
Jim Santor, Industrial Service Tech., Academic Year
1990-91
Jim Keeton, Science/Health, Academic Year 1990-91
Alternate:
Gene Braun, College Services, Academic Year 1990-91
(See Ref. E for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.)
E. Truckee Meadows Community College
President Gwaltney recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to TMCC be awarded to the following:
John Chism, Business/Management, Academic Year 1990-91
Aurora C. Eustaquio, Arts and Sciences, Academic Year
1990-91
Maria Teirumniks, Arts and Sciences, Academic Year
1990-91
Alternate:
Nadine L. Phinney, Arts and Sciences, Academic Year
1990-91
(See Ref. F. for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.)
F. Western Nevada Community College
President Calabro recommended the sabbatical leaves
available to WNCC be awarded to the following:
Michon Mackedon, Fallon Campus, Fall 1990
Michael Sady, Educational Services, Fall 1990
(See Ref. G for summary of proposed projects, filed in
the Regents' Office.)
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the 1990-91 sabbatical leaves
for UNR, UNLV, DRI, CCCC, TMCC and WNCC. Mr. Foley second-
ed. Motion carried.
10. Approved Emeritus Status, UNR
Approved the promotion to Emeritus Status at UNR for the
following:
Curtiss, M. Bailey, Emeritus Professor of Animal Science
Richard E. Bitterman, Emeritus Assistant Director of Nevada
Cooperative Extension
Dewayne E. Gilbert, Emeritus Professor of Plant Science
Clare N. Mahannah, Emeritus Professor of Range, Wildlife
and Forestry
Frederick F. Peterson, Emeritus Professor of Soil Science
Kenneth C. Kemp, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry
Kalo E. Neidert, Emeritus Lecturer Accounting and Computer
Information Systems
John Ritenhouse, Emeritus Special Projects Librarian
Hilda Cao, Emeritus Catalog Librarian
Dorothy Rice Cooney, Emeritus Gifts and Development
Librarian
Ada F. Mc Culler Taylor, Emeritus Director of Special Pro-
grams/Academic Skills Center
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the UNR Emeritus Status pro-
motions. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
11. Information Only: Addition to UNS Code, Community College
Titles
First reading. Action will be taken at the February 22-23,
1990 meeting.
The Community College Presidents request an addition to the
UNS Code, Section 5.10.2, Community College Titles, which
would change the designation of title for Community College
instruction faculty, as contained in Ref. H, filed in the
Regents' Office. This change of title is to be optional
for each Community College Campus. If approved by the Board
of Regents, instructional faculty will begin their employ-
ment in nontenured positions as "Instructor" and, upon the
award of tenure, receive the title "Community College Pro-
fessor".
Dr. Eardley questioned the Community College Presidents
about the rationale of this change in the UNS Code.
President Gwaltney responded that this is a social change.
For instance, when introductions are being made, the term
"Instructor" is the lowest term used for a faculty member,
denoting a lower status. As it is written now in the UNS
Code, there is no provision for upgrading the teaching
faculty's title.
President Meacham stated that this change of title is to be
optional for each Community College Campus. CCCC has parti-
cipated in the discussions, but is concerned about potential
funding misinterpretations. President Meacham stated that
he does not want this change in rank to be associated with
dollar amounts.
President Remington responded that a negative connotation is
conveyed when the term "Instructor" is used, especially if
this person has served at the Community College for a
lengthy time. The term is also negative in the private
section (i. e., financial institutions when qualifying for
a loan the term is not accepted well). Status should be
associated with academic ranks.
President Calabro reported that the WNCC Faculty Senate is
satisfied with the new language.
12. Information Only: Regents Bylaws Change
First reading. Action will be taken at the February 22-23,
1990 meeting.
Chancellor Dawson requests a change in Board of Regents By-
laws, Title I, Article VI, Section 4, Special Committees
as follows:
Special Committees
Section 4. Special committees, with specific ad hoc
committees purposes and fixed terms of one year or less,
may be appointed from time to time as deemed necessary
by the Board. The Chairman of the Board shall appoint
the members of a special committee and its Chairman.
The Chairman of the Board may participate as a member
of a special committee, unless it consists of only one
member, but may not serve as its Chairman.
13. Approved the Naming of a Residence Hall, UNLV
Approved the naming of a Residence Hall at UNLV, the William
Boyd Residence Hall.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to name a UNLV Residence Hall
the William Boyd Residence Hall. Mr. Rogich seconded.
Motion carried.
14. Report on Campus Radio Station, KUNV
President Maxson introduced Mr. Rob Rosenthal, KUNV General
Manager, who provided a report on UNLV's Campus radio sta-
tion, KUNV.
Mr. Rosenthal reported that KUNV is a licensed non-profit,
non-commercial, educational radio station. It has a 15,000
watt transmitter in Henderson. The signal reaches all of
Las Vegas Valley. A staff of nearly 70 keeps the station
on the air 24 hours a day, year round. The staff consists
of three full-time personnel, a number of student managers,
several faculty members, and dozens of students and commu-
nity volunteers. Funding is provided by student fees, small
business and corporate support, listener contributions, sta-
tion promotional activities, and the State of Nevada. In
April the station will have been in existence for 9 years.
Mr. Rosenthal reported that KUNV provides an excellent op-
portunity for students, faculty and community members to
learn radio through hands-on experience. KUNV provides
training in both the technical and business/managerial side
of radio broadcasting to compliment classroom learning.
Many who have participated in KUNV's operations have gone
on to careers in broadcasting and related fields.
15. Approved Lease of Land, WNCC
Approved the concept of leasing two to four acres of WNCC
Campus to a private party with WNCC to explore alternatives.
The vendor wants to construct and operate a Child Care Cen-
ter on the property. The anticipated long-term lease would
require the party to construct buildings and other struc-
tures on the leased land which would revert to System owner-
ship at the end of the lease term, which is twenty years.
Dr. Derby stated that she had attended the planning dis-
cussions and felt that this was a good example of community
partnership.
Dr. Eardley suggested that the insurance aspect be explored
before finalization of the lease.
Mr. Foley moved approval of the concept of leasing two to
four acres of WNCC Campus property to a vendor to construct
and operate a Child Care Center on the property. Dr. Derby
seconded. Motion carried.
16. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee to Review
Collective Bargaining Regulations
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc Committee to Re-
view Collective Bargaining Regulations meeting, held Decem-
ber 20, 1989, were made by Regent Daniel Klaich, Chairman.
The full Committee met December 20, 1989 at the Claude
Howard Administration building in Reno, Nevada to review
the Board of Regents' Collective Bargaining Regulations.
Richard Brown, in his capacity as Vice Chairman of the UNR
Faculty Senate, James Richardson and Robert Rose of the
Nevada Faculty Alliance, and Leslie Fritz of the Nevada
State Education Association also attended the meeting.
The Committee used the draft regulations prepared by the
General Counsel and distributed to the Regents, the Chancel-
lor, the institutional Presidents and the Faculty Senate
Chairs on November 10, 1989 as the basis for its discussions
and recommendations. The Committee determined that rather
than discuss the numerous proposed changes to the Collective
Bargaining Regulations in detail and voting on them one-by-
one, it would discuss the policy issues raised by the pro-
posed changes and make specific policy recommendations to
the Board of Regents. Upon adoption by the Board of any
policy recommendation made by the Committee, General Counsel
would be directed to draft complying language. Implicit in
this decision and in subsequent discussions to the Commit-
tee was the decision that proposed draft changes to the
Collective Bargaining Regulations unaffected by the Commit-
tee's policy recommendations would be recommended for ap-
proval by the Board.
The Committee made the following recommendations:
1) That the above-mentioned draft regulations, as modified
and rewritten in accordance with the recommendations
made by the Committee and approved or modified by the
Board of Regents, be adopted by the Board of Regents.
2) That the draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be
rewritten to provide for a simplified procedure for
establishing a separate Community College bargaining
unit by providing for the circulation of a collective
bargaining election petition only among those profes-
sional employees of a Community College or Colleges
interested in establishing such a separate bargaining
unit, and with a deadline period prior to such an
election to allow time to review petitions from em-
ployees. In this regard, the Committee also recommends
the retention of provisions of the draft Collective
Bargaining Regulations prohibiting, except during cer-
tain limited periods, other Community College profes-
sional employees from joining the collective bargain-
ing unit during the lifetime of a collective bargain-
ing agreement, and prohibiting the removal of the
professional employees of a Community College from the
separate Community College bargaining unit once the
professional employees have voted to join the unit.
Finally, the Committee recommends that when the pro-
fessional employees of a Community College subsequent-
ly submit an election petition for the purpose of
joining the separate Community Colleges bargaining
unit (after that unit has already been established),
the election be limited to the question of whether or
not the professional employees of that Community Col-
lege wish to be represented by the same employee organ-
ization representing professional employees who are
already in the separate Community College bargaining
unit. The Committee declares its understanding and
intent that the means by which the professional em-
ployees of a Community College may decide to be repre-
sented by another employee organization (other than the
one already representing them in the separate Community
College bargaining unit) is through the decertification
and certification election procedures established in
Collective Bargaining Regulations.
3) That the draft Regulations be rewritten to specifically
name the American Arbitration Association as the neu-
tral third party organization which will conduct elec-
tions, undertake medication and carry out nonbinding
factfinding under the Collective Bargaining Regula-
tions.
4) That the term "in good faith" be restored to the pro-
visions of Section 18, Paragraph 1 of the draft Col-
lective Bargaining Regulations.
5) That the current provision of the existing Collective
Bargaining Regulations specifying the due process pro-
visions of a collective bargaining agreement, or the
University of Nevada System Code, whichever is appli-
cable, for the termination or suspension of profes-
sional employees engaged in an illegal strike action
be rewritten into the draft Collective Bargaining
Regulations, with the proviso that should such due
process provisions provide for the participation of
professional employees in due process hearings and
should the professional employees of an institution
in which there is an illegal strike occurring fail to
participate in such hearings, then professional em-
ployees from other University of Nevada System insti-
tutions may be utilized for particpation in such due
process hearings.
6) That the draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be
rewritten to restore the provisions of the existing
Collective Bargaining Regulations providing for damages
against the University of Nevada System in the event of
an illegal lockout of employees, and to remove the ref-
erence to personal liability in the provision of the
draft Collective Bargaining Regulations providing for
damages under certain circumstances against an employee
organization's Officers and employees in the event of
an illegal strike.
7) That the second sentence of Section 9 of the draft
Collective Bargaining Regulations be rewritten as
follows:
No provision of any bargaining agreement negotiated
pursuant to this chapter which requires the expendi-
ture of funds for any purpose shall be effective un-
less and until funds are appropriated and are made
available to the System by the Nevada State Legisla-
ture.
8) That Section 17, Paragraph 1(b) of the draft Collective
Bargaining Regulations be rewritten as follows:
A comparison shall be made of the annual income and
benefits of the professional employees in question with
the annual income and benefits of professional employ-
ees with like or similar qualifications, skills, train-
ing and experience performing the same or similar work
under the same or similar working conditions in compar-
able institutions.
9) That the term "Administrator" in Section 2 of the draft
Collective Bargaining Regulations be rewritten to re-
move all references to Department Chairs or Heads, As-
sistant or Associate Directors, Directors, Assistant or
Associate Coordinators, Coordinators and professional
employees in the University of Nevada Press and the
University of Nevada System Computing Services; that
the term "managerial employee" in Section 2 of the
draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be rewritten
to delete subparagraphs (a) and (b), as well as the
words "a major role" in subparagraph (c); and that the
term "supervisory employee" in Section 2 of the draft
Collective Bargaining Regulations be rewritten to re-
quire the existence of two or more of the four cri-
teria defining the functions of employees covered by
the term. In addition, the Committee recommends that
the draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be re-
written to provide that Department Chairs or Heads not
already excluded by the provisions of the Collective
Bargaining Regulations, and those employees performing
duties functionally equivalent to Department Chairs or
Heads, be permitted to choose whether or not they wish
to be part of the collective bargaining unit.
10) That Section 13, Paragraph 1 be rewritten to add the
deduction of dues and employee organization rights as
contained in Chapter 288 of NRS as additional topics
for mandatory bargaining, and that the topic listed as
"procedures for reduction in work force" be rewritten
to read: "procedures for reduction or addition in work
force", and with a clarification of the opportunity of
the parties to voluntarily discuss other nonlisted sub-
jects. The Committee also recommends that Section 13,
Paragraph 3 be clarified to indicate that the provi-
sions of the paragraph are mandated by the Nevada Con-
stitution and that it covers the managerial decisions
of the Board of Regents except as modified in nego-
tiations regarding the mandatory topics of negotiation
contained in Paragraph 1.
11) That the draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be
rewritten to provide that ballots for a collective
bargaining election shall be mailed to all eligible
voters, with the voters given the option of returning
the ballots by mail or voting in person at designated
voting places at designated dates and times. The en-
tire process would be administered by the American
Arbitration Association. The Committee was unable to
make a recommendation on the issue of whether or not
a collective bargaining agent would be selected on the
basis of a majority vote of all eligible voters, a
majority of only those voting, or some other basis.
The Committee decided to refer the matter to the Board
of Regents as a whole for its decision.
12) That the draft Collective Bargaining Regulations be
rewritten to provide that the Chancellor may make a
determination, based on a good faith evaluation, that
a decertification election at certain limited times
is in order, with a referral of his determination to
the American Arbitration Association for its advice
to the Board of Regents on whether the Chancellor's
determination is justified, and with the Board of
Regents taking action on the matter only if the Amer-
ican Arbitration Association agrees that the Chancel-
lor's action is justified. The Committee also recom-
mends that the voting standard for decertifying an
employee organization should be consistent, and there-
fore identical, with the voting standard for certifying
an employee organization as a collective bargaining
representative.
13) That the provisions of Section 1, Paragraph 3 of the
Collective Bargaining Regulations be deleted.
14) That these recommendations and policy decisions embod-
ied in them be adopted by the Board of Regents, become
effective immediately, and that General Council be
directed to rewrite the affected portions of the draft
Collective Bargaining Regulations in accordance with
these recommendations, with subsequent ratification
of the modifications to the draft Regulations to be
made by the Board of Regents at a later meeting upon
their completion.
Regent Carolyn Sparks made a minority report for the record
that she did not agree with the April 6-7, 1989 decision of
the Board of Regents to create a separate Community College
collective bargaining unit.
The Committee wishes to commend all persons participating
in this review for their hard work, input and cooperation
towards achieving a successful outcome.
Dr. Hammargren moved acceptance of the ad hoc Committee to
review Collective Bargaining Regulations' proposed draft
with the modifications set forth by the Committee. Dr.
Derby seconded.
WNCC Faculty Senate Chairman Mike Hardie requested, on
behalf of the Faculty Senate Chairs, that the proposed new
language be in exact final draft form and submitted to the
Board of Regents at its February meeting for consideration.
In addition to the draft report of the Committee, Mr. Hardie
pointed out three items of concern to the Faculty Senate
Chairs, and asked for consideration prior to the final sub-
mission of the new language being presented to the Board of
Regents:
1) In Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 2.10 of the proposed new
language, the definition of "managerial employee" should
include the phrase "professional employee as defined in
Section 2.13". This insertion will ensure that pro-
fessionals managing part-time Instructors are not ex-
cluded from the bargaining unit.
2) In Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 2.15 of the proposed new
language, the definition of "supervisory employee"
be removed along with its reference in Section 2.2.
Although this language comes from a Connecticut statute,
Section 2.7 on confidential employees and Section 2.10
on managerial employees will eliminate Administrators
who do not carry titles listed in Section 2.2.
3) In Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 13.1 of the proposed new
language, the scope of collective bargaining should in-
clude the phrase "academic advisory rights". Although
Mr. Klaich believes that this item was covered during
the informal discussions about Section 12, the Faculty
Senate Chairs recommend that it be formalized in Section
13.
Mr. Klaich agreed with the Faculty Senate Chairs' first re-
quest, but stated he wished to retain the current language
for numbers 2 and 3. Mrs. Sparks concurred.
Dr. Hammargren moved approval to amend the motion to include
the insertion of "professional employee as defined in Sec-
tion 2.13" under Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 2.10, Manager-
ial Employee (Faculty Senate Chairs' first request). Mrs.
Sparks seconded.
Dr. Eardley requested more time and rationale in consider-
ing the changes. Mr. Klaich explained that the Board of
Regents should not add "academic advisory rights" to the
proposed new language because that is only another name
for "shared governance". If UNS were to enter into collec-
tive bargaining, a chief negotiator would conduct the ne-
gotiations and Regents would not have direct discussions
with faculty on these matters. He urged the Board not to
give up its rights to be involved in such collegial dis-
cussion. This would be a critical interchange. Chairman
Gallagher reiterated that if UNS were to enter into collec-
tive bargaining, it would rule out discussions with Faculty
Senates regarding academic matters and cut off the inter-
action now enjoyed with faculty and Faculty Senates.
Mrs. Dru Raney, CCCC faculty, stated that the UNS Code can
be changed within a few months, and shared governance could
possibly be damaged. The faculty are very concerned about
this change.
UNR Vice President Dennis Brown, stated that the University
view of collective bargaining concerns broader issues than
those listed.
Mr. Rogich questioned how the American Arbitration Associa-
tion (AAA) was selected as the neutral third party organiza-
tion. Mr. Klaich responded that AAA is a uniformly recog-
nized group and most widely used.
Mr. Mike Mc Farlane, NNCC Faculty Senate Chairman, stated
that he felt the ad hoc Committee on Community College
Faculty Relations wanted shared governance included in the
list. Without accepting these changes proposed by the
Faculty Senate Chairs, the Board of Regents is taking away
major issues and hindering the process. In response, Dr.
Derby reminded the Board that the Committee's intent was
to address Community College issues in order to avoid
collective bargaining. She felt that the Faculty Senate
Chairs' proposed changes are not a good enough reason to
include governance on the list. Mr. Mc Farlane disagreed,
stating that if the Community College Faculty Relations'
recommendations are not taken, then it can't bargain for
the Community College concerns. Mr. Klaich agreed, but
reminded the Faculty Senate Chairs that this would hinder
open discussions between the Board of Regents and the Fac-
ulty Senates.
Motion carried.
The Committee referred the question of the voting standard
for the certification of an employee organization to the
full Board (referred to in recommendation 11 of the above
report).
Mr. Klaich explained that the Committee voted on three
different motions and all failed for lack of majority vote
by the Committee.
Dr. Jim Richardson, NFA representative, complimented Mr.
Klaich and the Committee for holding a fair meeting on
December 20 and for completing the task set before them in
limited time. He suggested that the Board of Regents ac-
cept the voting standard of the majority of those voting.
This is the voting standard utilized by the State of Nevada
and the National Labor Relations Board. He also felt that
the ballot should be mailed to all faculty eligible to vote.
The faculty can either vote in person or by absentee bal-
lot. He referred to Chapter 288 of NRS which states that
50% of those eligible who turn in signed cards constitutes
the majority.
Dr. Alan Balboni, CCCC faculty, relayed his concerns that
the Regents' previous vote precludes collective bargaining.
The instructional issues and Faculty Senates will not be
addressed under the Regulations. However, he stated the
faculty should be given a chance to vote on collective
bargaining. He stated he felt the voting standard of
those eligible to vote is not the way it is done in the
United States and he requested that the Board of Regents
give the faculty a chance and make the voting standard
that of a simple majority.
Dr. Barbara Nelson, NFA President, noting that several
members on the Board were up for re-election, stated that
if the voting standard in America were those eligible to
vote, then those up for re-election would not win because
many people do not vote. She stressed this voting process
is not the way Americans vote today. She stated that fac-
ulty voting privileges should not be different from the way
Americans vote.
Mrs. Sparks disagreed with Dr. Nelson, stating that Ameri-
cans have the right to vote and an obligation to vote. She
offered that in her election bid there was over an 80% voter
turnout, and felt that Dr. Nelson's remarks were incorrect.
Dr. Hammargren moved that the voting standard be the same
as that contained in NRS Chapter 288, which is 50% plus 1
of those eligible to vote who turn in cards (membership
cards only, not a ballot).
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Dr. Derby moved that the voting standard for collective
bargaining be a majority of those voting. Mr. Klaich
seconded.
There was a lengthy discussion regarding the clarification
of the motion. President Gwaltney stated that the majority
vote is the American way of voting. He noted, for example,
that consitutional amendments required a 2/3 vote for pas-
sage. Regulations authorizing collective bargaining involv-
ed important changes in established procedures. He ques-
tioned the Board of Regents about whether it was their de-
sire to change the voting patterns in a matter so important.
Mr. Hardie stated that Nevada is a right-to-work State in
which the voting standard is the majority eligible to vote,
and reiterated that collective bargaining will affect the
economic welfare of UNS. He clarified that an uncast vote
would be considered a "no" vote.
A roll call vote was taken:
Motion failed.
Aye - Regents Derby, Foley and Klaich
No - Regents Eardley, Hammargren, Rogich, Sparks,
Gallagher.
(Regent Whitley was absent.)
Mrs. Sparks moved that the voting standard be 50% plus 1
of those eligible to vote. Mr. Rogich seconded.
A roll call vote was taken:
Motion carried.
Aye - Regents Derby, Eardley, Foley, Hammargren, Rogich,
Sparks and Gallagher.
No - Regent Klaich
(Regent Whitley was absent.)
Chairman Gallagher thanked the ad hoc Committee members and
Mr. Klaich for serving as Chairman of the Committee, stating
that the Committee took on a very important assignment and
completed its task in a timely manner.
Dr. Richardson urged the Board of Regents to accept NRS
Chapter 288 concerning signed cards of more than 50%, and
to avoid the election process.
The open meeting recessed at 5:55 P.M. and reconvened at 8:05
A.M., Friday, January 12, 1990 with all Regents present.
17. Regents' Workshop
The Board met in a workshop session in the Fireside Room,
Donald Moyer Student Union, UNLV. UNS Facilities Master
Planning was the topic of the workshop. Chancellor Dawson
introduced consultants who presented a report and recommen-
dations: Mr. Steve Ehninger, Architect/Programmer and
Project Manager; Mr. Gene Cross, University of California -
Berkeley; and Mr. Bruce Jensen, University of Utah.
The consultants reviewed the individual Campus Master Plans,
which they described as very diverse. They then developed
a standard approach and asked each Campus to rework facil-
ities planning data in this context. The standards are
basic principles on which UNS can build for the future.
In an effort to improve future physical Master Planning
within UNS, the consultants submitted the following overall
recommendations and observations of the collective physical
Master Plans of the seven institutions and 11 sites that
comprise the University of Nevada System:
1) Continue to utilize the Nevada Board of Regents' "Phys-
ical Master Plan Guidelines" for all future Master
Plan and capital improvement list submittals.
2) Academic program criteria for future projects be re-
quired for accuracy in planning and programming. These
guidelines are essential in establishing curriculum and
the corresponding space requirement for the academic
program.
3) Expand the Regents' guidelines to conform to typical
Master Planning sequences. Add additional items where
needed.
4) Provide a format for all future Master Plan submittals
identifying specifically the sequence, text, planning
data, charts, Master Plan maps and diagrams required.
Provide an outline of the specific type of response
data required.
5) Require that each Master Plan be prepared by an appro-
priate, qualified professional, and include all maps,
diagrams and drawings needed to clearly define and
demonstrate the current and proposed physical Campus
Master Plan.
6) Provide a professional position in the Chancellor's
Office to manage capital improvements activities.
7) Provide a format for all future capital improvement
list requests. Define the information and statistical
data that must be provided, the justification date re-
quired, and the sequence in which it must be submitted.
8) Have an official "UNS Project Programming Document
Planning Guide" prepared to formalize the procedure
for preparing a project programming document. Require
that all requests for new or major remodeling projects
have "programs" developed before submittal for capital
improvements funding.
This document should outline all general and specific
space needs by function and net assignable square feet
(nsaf) required. Net-to-gross efficiency factors must
be developed, total gross square feet (gsf) area for
the total project, and a projected cost for the facil-
ity provided with a brief justification. Infrastruc-
ture costs should be identified as a separate line
item within the program even though the cost may be
included in the same capital improvement request.
For infrastructure project and maintenance project re-
quests, a similar document should be prepared including
definition of areas, items of equipment and other des-
criptions that will explain the scope and nature of
the request followed by an estimate of costs.
9) Require that each institution provide the following
capital program planning documents:
"Physical Master Plan-Policies and Procedures Manuel"
This proposed document should include an outline of
all planning, action and approval policies and pro-
cedures for the efficient management of the capital
Master Planning program at each specific institution.
"Architect/Engineer Design Guide"
This document should provide instructions to consulting
architects and engineers on how to properly respond to
all of the particular needs and requirements of the
client institution.
"Campus Design Standards"
This doument should outline all design systems, equip-
ment, materials, quality standards, design details, and
every other condition felt to be essential to the de-
velopment of a compatibvle facility to be integrated
into the subject Campus.
10) Quality and cost control reviews for the UNS need to
be implemented on all capital improvement projects.
These reviews should be conducted by an independent
consultant for the Office of the Chancellor. Four
levels of analysis are required: one following pro-
gramming which reviews architectural concept and space
criteria, another review following architectural sche-
matic design which focuses on design systems, a com-
prehensive review of documents produced during the
design development phase and -- following the construc-
tion document phase -- a final review of construction
documents and cost estimates for accuracy and complete-
ness. During all reviews an independent cost compari-
son should also be required.
11) Design criteria need to be established for the UNS.
These stndards should be based on existing local his-
torical data and also on State and national standards.
Design criteria should be based on specific criteria
unique to each Campus.
12) Develop and implement a UNS Master Planning policy and
procedure manual for capital improvement projects.
This manual will delineate the process for developing
and sequencing future capital improvements based on
accurate Master Planning information.
Mr. Jensen explained that a Master Plan is a concept which
binds the past with the present and the future -- a place in
history. A site plan is a plan in time only -- at present.
He stated that it is extremely important to update the plans
periodically to meet the changes in higher education. Phys-
ical Master Planning must be driven by a good academic plan
before it can be implemented correctly.
The consultants explained certain aspects of the report
"Analysis of Campus Physical Master Plans for the University
of Nevada System", which is filed in the Regents' Office.
They addressed each of the Campus plans and asked for indi-
vidual comments from the seven Presidents. The Presidents
agreed that the report was thorough and fair in detailing
each of the individual Campuses.
Chancellor Dawson and Chairman Gallagher thanked each of the
consultants for their expert advice and recommendations.
The workshop meeting recessed at 9:40 A.M. and the Board recon-
vened in open session at 10:50 A.M., Friday, January 12, 1990,
with all Regents present.
18. Approved the UNS Campus Physical Master Plans
In August, 1988, the Board of Regents approved $15,000 in
planning funds for each Campus to prepare a Campus Master
Plan. The Board also adopted guidelines for the develop-
ment of these Master Plans. In June 1989, each Campus for-
warded a draft of its Master Plan to the Chancellor's Office
for evaluation. The Campus draft Master Plans have prev-
iously been forwarded to the Board for information. The
consultants retained to review the Master Plans prepared
"An Analysis of Campus Physical Master Plans for the Uni-
versity of Nevada System". During the workshop session,
this document was submitted for review, and is filed in the
Regents' Office.
Chancellor Dawson presented his recommendations for physical
Master Planning activities:
1) The Board of Regents should adopt the consultants' re-
port and review recommendations for appropriate action.
2) The UNS should convene a systemwise seminar on physical
Master Planning.
3) Campuses not rated "responsive" should be encouraged to
continue to improve their physical Master Plans.
4) Reaffirm and expand the Regents' guidelines on physical
Master Planning, as recommended by the consultants.
5) Improve data submitted for Campus capital construction
requests.
6) Review the feasibility of adding a facilities manage-
ment position to the Chancellor's Office.
7) Conduct a systemwide audit of existing space.
8) Appoint a systemwide committee to improve or expand
formulas used in the space allocation process.
Chancellor Dawson commended all Campus, System and other
representatives who contributed to making this project a
success. He especially commended Gene Cross, Bruce Jensen
and Steve Ehninger who have done an outstanding job for the
University System.
Mr. Rogich moved approval to adopt the Chancellor's recom-
mendations of the UNS physical Master Planning activities.
Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Foley requested that an inventory of assignable space
be studied, prepared and submitted to the Board for its
consideration. In addition, he requested that a different
method for maintenance funding be established so that the
funds are not competing with new construction dollars.
Mrs. Gallagher stated that the consultants had pointed out
that physical Master Planning is an ongoing process. She
commended the Chancellor's committee for addressing this
issue, stating that they performed a very important service
for UNS. She noted that UNS already has expertise in this
field within the Campuses, and hoped these persons would be
utilized.
19. Approved the UNS Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Request,
1991-93
Approved the 1991-93 UNS Capital Improvement Program Request
and directed that it be forwarded to the State Public Works
Board in accordance with State policy.
The prioritized lists of projects are based on information
submitted to the Chancellor in the Master Plan documents
submitted by each Campus. Campus lists of requested capi-
tal construction projects were analyzed and ranked by sys-
tem priorities and need, as defined in the UNS capital
construction process adopted by the Board in December, 1989.
The lists were reviewed by the Presidents with the Chancel-
lor.
The requests are prioritized in two segments:
a) New Construction and Major Repairs and Remodeling
This list contains the three projects for which the
Nevada State Legislature approved planning/design funds
during the 1989 legislative session, plus the top 15
projects in priority order. (Ref. I is filed with the
permanent minutes.)
b) Minor Repairs and Remodeling
This list contains projects which normally do not re-
quire Public Works Board involvement. As requested of
the 1989 State Legislature, UNS is again recommending
the Higher Education Capital Construction Fund (slot
tax) be dedicated for these critical projects. (Ref.
J is filed with the permanent minutes.)
Chancellor Dawson requested that the Board of Regents amend
the Capital Improvement List to include priority 16 - UNLV's
Wright Hall expansion, and priority 17 - UNR's Education
addition.
Chancellor Dawson introduced Mr. Robert Ferrari, Director
of State Public Works Board.
Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the 1991-93 UNS Capital
Construction Request List through priority 17. Dr. Eardley
seconded. Motion carried.
20. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman or representative reported on the outstanding
faculty achievements from their respective institutions.
University of Nevada, Reno
President Crowley announced the following outstanding
faculty:
Deborah Ballard-Reisch, Faculty Senate Chairman
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Faculty Senate Chairman Nancy Master announced the
following outstanding faculty:
Charles Adams, Alumni Association Distinguished Faculty
Award
Eugene Moehring for his book, "Desert City in the Sun-
belt, Las Vegas", 1930-70
Desert Research Institute
Faculty Senate Chairman Alan Gertler announced the fol-
lowing outstanding faculty:
Thomas Hoffer, a Research Professor in the Energy and
Environmental Engineering Center, is Director of the
Desert and Intermountain Air Transport Program (DMAT).
In this role, he is responsible for successfully direct-
ing DRI's research on the long range transport of pol-
lutants in the desert southwest with continued funding
at the $1.8 million per year level.
Gilbert Cochran, a Research Professor in the Water
Resources Center, has carried out numerous studies over
the years designed to characterize the hydrogeology of
Nevada. He is currently responsible for the overall
management of a number of programs designed to assess
the impact of man on the environment in Nevada. He
has served in the past as Faculty Senate Chairman at
DRI. He has a strong commitment to working for not
only the good of DRI and its faculty, but also the UNS.
This desire to transcend institutional boundaries is
one of the keys if UNS is to continue to grow in both
numbers and stature.
Clark County Community College
Faculty Senate Chairman Norma Suchy announced the fol-
lowing outstanding faculty:
Dorothy Chase as honorary member in Phi Theta Kappa, a
national honorary society organization, and her appoint-
ment by Governor Miller to the State of Nevada's Ad-
visory Council for the Literacy Coalition.
Carolyn Adnerson-Stewart was appointed to a 12-member
national expert panel to redefine the medical records
profession. The panel examines the role and projects
the future role of the profession, designs a survey
instrument to gather information from approximately
2500 recently credentialed medical record profession-
als from both associate and baccalaureate degree
programs. This panel will continue for two years to
collect and evaluate data. The most important outcome
of this effort will be a competency-based credential-
ing examination.
Truckee Meadows Community College
Faculty Senate Chairman Paula Funkhouser announced the
following outstanding faculty:
John Coles, Counselor in the Student Services Division,
has developed, published and marketed a career devel-
opment instrument, "The Career Self-Concept Scale",
which is very useful in career counseling. He has been
asked to conduct workshops on his test to several or-
ganizations. His efforts have impacted TMCC's career
counseling services in a very positive manner.
Paul Davis, Political Science Instructor in the Arts
and Sciences Division, has received numerous awards
and recognitions as well as authored many publications.
His travels and studies have brought depth of material
and lively discussions to his already dynamic classes.
21. Information Only: Outstanding Student Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Student Govern-
ment Officer or representative reported on the outstanding
student achievements from the institution.
University of Nevada, Reno
ASUN President Glen Krutz announced the following out-
standing students:
Stephanie Siry is an accomplished student-athlete at
UNR. She is a leader on one of the nation's top col-
legiate ski teams. Last Winter, she was named to the
All-America team of the NCSA. In addition to being
a decorated sportsman, she has been on the honor roll
at the University for five consecutive semesters (3.5
GPA or above for 15 or more credits).
Rick Hsu epitomizes the future lawyer. A senior Pol-
itical Science major and Journalism minor, he plans to
attend Law School. He is in the honors program at the
University and will graduate in the University's 100th
class this May "summa cum laude". He is carrying a
perfect 4.0 in his major and attained a 44 on the LSAT.
In addition to thse impressive marks, he is a member of
the Law Club and is Chairman of the Student-Faculty-
Alumni Committee on Campus.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
CSUN President Joe Bunin announced the following out-
standing student:
Robert Arrington for service as President of the UNLV
Black Student Association.
Northern Nevada Community College
Faculty Senate Chairman Mike Mc Farlane announced the
following outstanding student:
Janet Williams for her service to the National Federa-
tion of the Blind as well as maintaining a B+ average.
Clark County Community College
ASCC President Monica Ricci announced the following out-
standing student:
Irene Castenada for service as ASCC Secretary as well
as Vice President of the Hispanic Club and President
of the Computer Club.
Truckee Meadows Community College
ASTM President Gary Young announced the following out-
standing student:
Thomas Hunt for service to the Student Senate.
ASTM President Gary Young, on behalf of all UNS students,
announced that a collection of $2000 was taken for UNR
student Jason Geddes. Mr. Geddes was selected as one of
50 students from across the United States to participate
in an American-Soviet Student Leadership Seminar. This
money will aid him with the expenses incurred during his
travels.
22. Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee, meeting as a Committee
of the Whole under the Chairmanship of Regent Eardley,
acted as follows:
(1) Approved a loan of up to $3,000,000 to fund Greek
housing at UNLV. General Counsel Klasic recommends
approval contingent upon review of legal documenta-
tion.
It was explained that the Greek houses would furnish
approximately 47 beds and rent per student of approx-
imately $250-300 per month. If the house is not at
its full occupancy, the rent per occupant would be
adjusted to cover the loss. Mr. Rogich emphasized the
need for each of the Greek houses to be distinctively
designed and he was assured that, although utilizing
a common architect, each would be designed individual-
ly. Sigma Chi, Alpha Tau Omega, and Kappa Sigma fra-
ternities have committed to this housing project. The
sororities will be housed in the residential dormitor-
ies at this time.
President Maxson explained that the University would
pay for the architectural fees, but if the fraternity
should withdraw from the project the fraternity would
bear the cost of the architectural fees and another
fraternity would undertake the project. He further
explained that the University would perform the site
preparation and landscaping, and the fraternities
would maintain their own houses. A portion of the
fraternities' fees would go toward maintenance and
upkeep of the outside grounds. The University will
create a reserve account for unexpected expenses.
Mr. Rogich questioned that if the fraternities are
located on the Campus, wouldn't they have to follow
the established University rules and regulations, and
he was answered in the affirmative. Vice President
for Student Affairs, Robert Ackerman, stated that the
University knows that there will be problems, such as
alcohol, but he feels that these will be manageable.
President Maxson stressed that Nevada's drinking age
is 21 and the University will abide by the laws of
Nevada.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the loan of up to
$3,000,000 to fund Greek housing at UNLV. Mrs. Whitley
seconded.
With reference to the disciplinary problems that may
occur, General Counsel Klasic noted that if a frater-
nity is located off the Campus grounds, then the Uni-
versity has no control over the actions of the members
of the fraternity. However, if a fraternity is located
on the Campus, the University becomes responsible and
it may be exposed to such events as law suits. The
University needs to be "at least" as strict as they
are with the residential halls.
Motion carried.
(2) Approved a loan of up to $600,000 to complete construc-
tion of the Midby-Byron National Judicial and Continu-
ing Education facility. As a part of the funding for
the facility, there are about $776,000 in pledge pay-
ments due over the next seven years. The loan would
be entirely repaid from these pledge payments. General
Counsel Klasic recommended approval contingent upon
review of legal documentation.
Mr. Rogich moved approval of the loan of up to $600,000
to complete construction of the Midby-Byron National
Judicial and Continuing Education facility at UNR con-
tingent upon reivew of legal documentation. Mr. Klaich
seconded. Motion carried.
(3) Approved to spend up to $300,000 from the UNR Capital
Improvement Fee Funds for the Student Health Service
portion of the new Speech Pathology and Audiology
Health Service buildings at UNR. It is expected that
funding commitments for the project will be finalized
in the very near future and bids for construction
solicited in early Spring.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to spend up to $300,000 from
the UNR Capital Improvement Fee Funds for the Student
Health Service portion of the new Speech Pathology and
Audiology Health Service buildings at UNR. Mrs.
Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
(4) Approved the following Summer Session Budgets for UNR,
CCCC, TMCC and WNCC:
Continuing Education - UNR Summer Session
1989 1990
Projected Budget
Actual Estimate
Revenues
Opening Account Balance $177,848 $ 96,807
Fees 731,987 805,186
Transfers In 7,683 0
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Total Source of Funds $917,518 $901,993
Expenditures
Professional Salaries $536,014 $589,615
Fringe Benefits 7,850 8,635
Wages 10,523 10,000
Fringe Benefits 126 120
Operating 50,566 42,750
Out-of-State Travel 7,669 10,000
Transfers Out 207,963 114,460
Ending Account Balance 96,807 126,413
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Total Use of Funds $917,518 $901,993
Continuing Education - CCCC Summer Session
1989 1990
Projected Budget
Actual Estimate
Revenues
Opening Account Balance $152,684
Registration Fees 320,000
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Total Source of Funds $472,684
Expenditures
Professional Contracts $265,000
Classified Personnel 9,000
Wages 10,000
Fringe Benefits 10,800
Out-of-State Travel 5,000
Operating Expenses 20,000
Ending Account Balance 152,884
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Total Use of Funds $472,684
Continuing Education - TMCC Summer Session
1989 1990
Projected Budget
Actual Estimate
Revenues
Opening Account Balance $ 78,375 $ 28,197
Registration Fees 101,796 109,940
Transfers In 0 45,000
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Total Source of Funds $180,171 $183,137
Expenditures
Professional Salaries $ 76,190 $ 87,619
Fringe Benefits 1,630 1,875
Classified Salaries 14,488 19,056
Fringe Benefits 4,057 4,433
Wages 1,192 4,624
Fringe Benefits 15 57
Operating 9,402 33,977
Out-of-State Travel 0 3,000
Transfers Out 45,000 0
Ending Account Balance 28,197 28,496
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Total Use of Funds $180,171 $183,137
Continuing Education - WNCC Summer Session
1989 1990
Projected Budget
Actual Estimate
Revenues
Opening Account Balance $ 2,185 $ 10,528
Student Fees 42,855 47,140
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Total Source of Funds $ 45,040 $ 57,668
Expenditures
Professional Salaries $ 30,770 $ 33,847
Fringe Benefits 533 586
Operating 1,776 1,954
Transfers Out 1,433 1,576
Ending Account Balance 10,528 19,705
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Total Use of Funds $ 45,040 $ 57,668
Mr. Foley moved approval of the Summer Session Budgets
for UNR, CCCC, TMCC and WNCC. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Motion carried.
(5) Vice Chancellor Sparks presented the Base Budget Para-
meters and estimated costs for informational purposes,
with action at the February meeting. He distributed
a handout explaining the 1991-93 Biennial Base Budget
Parameters. The base budget is an extension of the
existing budget which falls into the next biennium.
It encompasses the enrollment increases and the cost
of living increases.
Mr. Foley stated that he felt the Board of Regents was
not performing its duty in regards to the budget proc-
ess. He stated he objects to the current budget proc-
ess and encourages the Board to review each Campus
budget separately to ascertain that all Campus programs
and needs are being met.
Chairman Eardley requested each Campus President to
comment on the current budget process.
President Crowley stated that this process began in
1971 and the formulas are well established at this
time. If it is the intent of the Board to change the
process, President Crowley stated that his Campus would
abide by the wishes of the Board, but he felt the Chan-
cellor's staff, and Campus staff are doing exactly what
the Regents have requested of them with regard to the
budget process.
President Maxson concurred with Mr. Foley's concerns,
commenting that this is the first budget building proc-
ess with which he feels comfortable. The Chancellor's
staff is performing its duties as directed by the Board
of Regents. In the past, the Campuses submitted its
budget individually without knowledge of the other
Campus budgets, but at this time the System is unified
with its budget requests, although he mentioned that
there has been a lot of give and take for each Campus.
Mrs. Whitley stated that if the budgets are not estab-
lished by using the parameters set by the Board of
Regents, then the Board should be notified. Further,
she stated she would like to see the Chancellor's staff
directed to conduct budget comparisons and report the
inequities with justifications to the Board of Regents.
Dr. Hammargren questioned what the most effective meth-
od was in approaching the Legislature with the needs
of the individual Campuses. President Crowley offered
a historical view on the budget process stating that
prior to the formulas, the Legislature used a program
budget process which contributed to the north-south
politics in which they were embroiled. At that time
the budgets were based on the individual programs
throughout the University System. The funding formula
then was created and agreed to by Regents, staff, Gov-
ernor's Office and Legislature. It is generated by
enrollment growth, not individual programs. UNR would
be very happy to return to program funding inasmuch as
it would create considerably more dollars for an older
Institution which is not growing as rapidly as other
Institutions in the System. President Crowley added
that the parameters are a necessary tool in preparing
the final budget requests and must be in place at the
beginning of the process.
Mrs. Gallagher reminded the Committee that the budget
process is not entirely up to the Board of Regents.
If the Board wishes to change the process, timing is a
major problem because the Board has to view the budget
process in segments prior to finalizing the budget for
submission to the Governor on September 1.
President Taranik informed the Committee that prior to
working for UNS he prepared budgets according to pro-
grams and it was a major adjustment when he began work-
ing for the University, which uses formula funding. He
stated that his personal view is not in favor of formu-
la funding, but if the Board should decide to change
the methodology for the next legislative session it
would cause a major upheaval in the Legislature and the
System. He agrees that there needs to be a better rec-
ognition and understanding of programs, but this would
take two to three biennia and would possibly harm the
System if undertaken at this time.
President Remington stated that he fears the loss of
formula funding and the political ramifications it
would cause. The formulas are good guidelines, but
there is a problem in funding the formulas. As the
Community Colleges evolve there will be greater differ-
ences between the Campuses. The budget process should
also recognize the difference between programs and In-
stituions and provide for these differences. He stated
that in his opinion there needs to be some change in
the part-time area which definitely needs additional
funding.
President Meacham stated that in order to make legiti-
mate requests the Campuses need to know what resources
are available to them. It is difficult to address each
individual Campus, because a President needs to con-
vince the other six Presidents that he has a priority
higher than other Campuses. The problems with the
formulas is not the formulas themselves, but the fund-
ing of the formulas and the information that goes into
the formulas. There needs to be full funding of the
formulas if they are to work for the System. One major
concern of his is the full-time/part-time ratios.
President Gwaltney stated that he was concerned with
1) the absence of information with how the other
Institutions put their budgets together;
2) the indices and the built-in assumptions; and
3) the formulas with regard to growth.
President Calabro stated that he was concerned with the
way the formulas are being used. The Community College
Presidents continue to confront issues from the past
which have not been properly funded, such as salary
inequities.
Chancellor Dawson informed the Committee that program
budgeting caused the Legislature to direct UNS on how
to run the programs. If the formula is fully funded,
then the inequities would be answered. He did state
that if the formulas would be fully funded then the
Campuses could address the inequities that are on each
Campus.
President Maxson stated, for the record, that he was in
favor of the formulas and supported the Chancellor's
staff efforts including the handout which Vice Chancel-
lor Sparks distributed at the beginning of the discus-
sion.
Mrs. Gallagher suggested, and the Committee agreed,
that a special meeting of the Budget and Finance Com-
mittee be held prior to the next Board of Regents
meeting.
23. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee
A report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Commit-
tee meeting, held January 11, 1990, were made by Regent
Joseph Foley, Chairman.
(1) The Committee requested further study of the Intellec-
tual Property Policy. It will appear on the February
agenda.
(2) Approved the establishment of an Institute for the
Study of Gambling and Commercial Gaming at UNR, as
contained in Ref. AA-2, filed in the Regents' Office.
Endorsement of a plan to establish the Institute was
given by the Board of Regents in June, pending submis-
sion of a new program proposal. The Institute will
serve as an umbrella organization within the University
and will focus on the coordination of research, devel-
opment of appropriate courses, initiation of an infor-
mation clearinghouse, and other activities related to
gambling and commercial gaming.
President Crowley informed the Committee that this pro-
gram would not affect UNLV's College of Hotel Adminis-
tration programs. UNLV has kept apprised of the forma-
tion of this progrm and there is not duplication of
programming between the Universities.
Vice President Dennis Brown stated that the community
requested that the University develop a training pro-
gram for Casino employees. This program is an educa-
tion function for the Gaming Industry. Upon question-
ing, Dr. Brown stated that research is one of the com-
ponents of this program. Research will be performed
over the whole spectrum of gambling, including addic-
tive behavior, and to keep abreast of national gaming
trends in order for Nevada to keep ahead of its compe-
tition with other States.
President Gwaltney stated that the Community Colleges
also provide mid-management Casino programs, and he
sees this Institute as a cooperative effort between the
community and the University of Nevada System.
Mr. Rogich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Academic Affairs Committee. Mrs. Whitley seconded.
Motion carried.
24. Report and Recommendations of the Audit Committee
A report and recommendations for the Audit Committee meeting
held January 11, 1990 were made by Regent James Eardley,
acting Chairman.
(1) Internal Auditor Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina.
Mr. Surina presented the UNR Financial Statements, June
30, 1989. The Financial Statements are filed in the
Regents' Office.
(2) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the UNR Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(3) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the UNLV Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(4) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the UNLV Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(5) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the DRI Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(6) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the DRI Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(7) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the TMCC Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(8) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the TMCC Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(9) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the CCCC Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(10) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the CCCC Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(11) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the WNCC Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(12) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the WNCC Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(13) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the NNCC Financial Statements, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
(14) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal introduced
Deloitte, Haskins and Sells representative John Surina,
who presented the NNCC Constructive Letter, June 30,
1989, filed in the Regents' Office.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the report and recommenda-
tions of the Audit Committee. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion
carried.
25. Approved Additions to Handbook, Solicitation of Support
during Elections
Approved additions to the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 1,
Sections 2.e and 3.h, which would prohibit solicitation of
assistance from other Board members or staff during a Re-
gent's re-election bid, as contained in Ref. L, filed in
the Regents' Office.
After discussing the proposed language, it was suggested
that Section 1.2.e read as follows:
Not requesting other members of the Board to endorse a
Board member, or otherwise participate in the Board
member's reelection campaign.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the additions, which the amend-
ed change to Section 1.2.e, to the Handbook regarding soli-
citation of support during elections. Dr. Derby seconded.
Motion carried.
26. Information Only: Graduate Degree Programs in Rural Nevada
President Crowley and Maxson presented a review of graudate
degree programs offered in rural Nevada.
A. President Crowley stated that UNR's Orvis School of
Nursing will be offering a master's level Nursing Pro-
gram in Elko this Spring. Ten students have enrolled
in the program. He commended Dean Sydney Krampitz for
her initiative in starting this much needed program in
rural Nevada.
In addition, President Crowley stated that a master's
program in Educational Leadership will be offered this
Spring in Elko. This program has fifteen students en-
rolled.
President Crowley informed the Board of Regents that
UNR offers 90 graduate courses in rural Nevada.
The College of Business Administration is discussing a
possible master's in Business Administration degree
program for rural Nevada, but has experienced some
accreditation difficulties, i. e., equipment and off-
Campus support. The College is working on alternative
methods in reaching students in the rural areas.
President Remington expressed his gratitude to Chancel-
lor Dawson, President Crowley, Dean of the College of
Education Frank Meyers, and Dean Krampitz for their
efforts to reach the students in the Elko area.
Dr. Derby commended the efforts of those involved with
the rural programs. She noted that her constituents
are asking for weekend classes in the rural area. Pres-
ident Crowley suggested that they look into the UNR PACE
program.
Mr. Klaich indicated that the UNR PACE program, which
was inherited from Old College, is a wonderful program
for full-time employees in the Reno-Sparks-Carson City
area.
B. President Maxson stated that UNLV has extensive offer-
ings at Nelis Air Force Base. The College of Science
and Mathematics along with the College of Education
sponsor classes at Nelis. The College of Education also
holds classes for the Clark County School District and
in Nye and Lincoln counties. The College of Engineering
has classes at the E. G. & G. site, and the College of
Health Sciences holds Nursing classes in St. George,
Utah.
There have been several requests from the Laughlin and
Bullhead City area to hold University specialized
courses. President Maxson stated that the Good Neighbor
Policy has opened doors for many students along the
Nevada borders.
27. Information Only: Update on Voluntarism Programs
Regent Rogich requested an update on student volunteer pro-
grams at UNLV and UNR. Presidents Crowley and Maxson will
report on the Campus activities.
A. President Crowley stated that there are three basic ave-
nues by which a student can work in the community as a
part of his College education at UNR:
1) Students across the Campus in several Colleges and
Schools have opportunities for internships in the
work site as a part of meeting the requirements of
their major course of study, usually in their
Junior or Senior year.
2) Various extracurricular groups currently are in-
volved in the community through special projects
and ongoing volunteer work.
3) There has been in place in the Department of Social
Work and the Department of Health Resources a Soph-
more-level course that requires 45 hours of volun-
teer community work.
He reported that approximately 200 students each
year have had the opportunity through this course
to work in such agencies as hospitals, residential
programs for children, and homeless shelters.
With the creation of the College of Human and Community
Sciences, Dr. Crowley stated that, "The College will
provide means to expand these opportunities for stu-
dents. The Dean of the College has been designated the
lead person on Campus with responsibility for develop-
ing and integrating volunteer opportunities for stu-
dents. Beginning this Fall all newly declared majors
in the College of Human and Community Sciences will be
required to complete a new course based on the model
of the existing Introduction to Social and Health
Resources which includes a 45-hour volunteer placement.
Additionally, this course, designed to be a survey of
current issues confronting individuals, families, and
communities, will be open to students from across the
Campus. The number of students projected to be complet-
ing such a volunteer placement in connection with an
academic course will grow to about 500 per year."
The College is developing a specific upper division
course on voluntarism. This course will survey the
history of volunteers, current literature, and techni-
ques and methods for working with and supervising
volunteers.
President Crowley informed the Board that the College
has formed the Advisory Committee on Voluntarism. The
Dean of the College of Human and Community Sciences will
Chair the Committee, and ASUN representatives will serve
on the Committee.
Mr. Rogich requested that UNR's Public Information
Director prepare a news release on UNR's Voluntarism
Program, goals and courses that already are in place.
B. President Maxson stated that CSUN President Joe Bunin
and Faculty Senate Chairman Nancy Master have worked
diligently on this program.
Dr. Master stated that UNLV is planning to open a Vol-
untarism Office. Senior citizens will assist in staff-
ing the Office. It is hoped that everyone on the Campus
including faculty, student and staff will take part in
this program. She stated that the course work for the
Voluntarism Program is being developed at this time.
Mr. Rogich also requested that UNLV's Public Information
Director prepare a news release on UNLV's Voluntarism
Program, goals and newly established Office.
CSUN President Bunin stated that CSUN sponsors Campus
organizations which perform volunteer work throughout
the Campus and community.
28. New Business
Dr. Eardley, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee,
announced that a special meeting of the Committee will be
held at 9:00 A.M., Thursday, January 25, 1990, at the System
Administration building. The special meeting will address
the budget process.
Mr. Gordon Gochnour, CCCC's Assistant to the President, an-
nounced that a Nevada native, Tara Silvestri, has been named
a Rhodes Scholar. She is currently a student at the Univer-
sity of Southern California.
The meeting adjourned at 12:10 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
