March 14-15, 1970
03-14-1970
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BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
March 14, 1970
The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Travis Lounge,
Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Fred M. Anderson, M. D.
Mr. James H. Bilbray
Mr. A. C. Grant
Mr. Procter Hug, Jr.
Mr. Harold Jacobsen
Mrs. Molly Knudtsen
Louis Lombardi, M. D.
Mr. R. J. Ronzone
Mr. Albert Seeliger
Dr. Juanita White
Members absent: Mr. Thomas G. Bell
Others present: Chancellor Neil D. Humphrey
President N. Edd Miller, UNR
President R. J. Zorn, UNLV
Acting Director Joseph Warburton, DRI
Vice President Ralph Irwin, UNR
Vice President Donald Baepler, UNLV
Mr. Daniel Walsh, Chief Deputy Attorney General
Mr. Edward L. Pine, Business Manager, UNR
Mr. Herman Westfall, Business Manager, UNLV
Mr. Edward Olsen, Director of Information, UNLV
Dr. Gary Peltier, Faculty Senate Chairman, UNR
Dr. Robert Boord, Faculty Senate Chairman, UNLV
Dr. John Sharp, Faculty Senate Chairman, DRI
Mr. James Hardesty, ASUN President
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hug at 9:20 A.M.
1. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Upon motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson,
carried without dissent, the minutes of the regular meeting
of February 14, 1970 were approved as distributed.
2. Chancellor Humphrey distributed a newspaper article concern-
ing a resolution adopted by the CSUN Senate expressing ap-
preciation to President Zorn for the effectiveness of his
Administration. Chancellor Humphrey and the Board offered
their congratulations to President Zorn.
3. Report of Gifts and Grants
The following gifts and grants were reported by the appro-
priate officers, with recommendation for acceptance by the
Board. In addition, President Miller reported that a fund
had been established in memory of Assistant Chief William
Brodhead to be used for scholarships for students interest-
ed in police work.
UNR
Library
Mrs. Julia Beard, Reno - one book valued at $2.50.
Mr. Loren C. Belknap, Reno Campus - 7 cartons of Social
Science material, valued at $500.
Mrs. Margaret Bertel, Reno - 63 issues of 1965-69 "Reader's
Digest", valued at $6.
Mr. Michael J. Broadhead, Reno Campus - "The Art of Loving",
by Erich Fromm, valued at $1.50.
Mr. Clay Carpenter, Reno - 23 technical journals, 7 addi-
tional journals, valued at $29 and 4 cartons of Spectrum,
Proceedings of the IEEE Illuminating Engineering and other
Engineering material, valued at $100.
Mr. Eugene Choy, Reno - one book titled "Nisei", valued at
$8.95.
Mr. Howard Christensen, Reno Campus - a study to determine
needed improvements in 9 Nevada High Schools, valued at $2.
Delta Kappa Gamma, Reno - $25 in memory of Jessie and Ethel
Pope.
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin B. Douglas, Scarsdale, New York - $15
in memory of C. V. Isbell.
Mr. S. F. Eccles, Livermore, California - 242 books and 10
paperback books, valued at $600.
Mrs. Dorothy G. Hennig, Reno - original manuscript to be
known as the "Hennig-Veerkamp Papers" to the Nevada and
the West Collection.
Professor Muriel J. Hughes, Reno Campus - 6 books, valued
at $25.
Independent Insurance Agents of Northern Nevada, Inc., Reno
- $25 in memory of Wilfred D. (Buck) Jones.
Mrs. Thomas Jackson, St. Helena, California - 34 Chemical
books, valued at $80.
Professor Lowell L. Jones, Reno Campus - 24 books for the
Life Sciences Library, valued at $90.
Mr. Joseph F. Mc Donald, Reno - one "Tahoe Vegetation -
Soil Protection Symposium", valued at $2.
Dr. and Mrs. Harold Mc Neil, Reno - $10 in memory of Mrs.
Sheila Sullivan.
President N. Edd Miller, Reno Campus - 5 books and 1 paper-
back, valued at $8.
Col. Thomas W. Miller, Reno - 17 books, valued at $30.
Dr. Vaughn N. Minas, Reno - one book, "Exploring Space with
a Camera", valued at $4.25.
Dr. Robert K. Myles, Reno - 1/2 interest in 10 volumes of
Tice, "Practice of Medicine"; plus "Geriatrics Journal",
"Archives of Internal Medicine", "Annals of Internal
Medicine" and "D. M."; and 5 Medical books of the last
century; all valued at $260.
Mr. Nelson B. Neff, Reno - 176 books, miscellaneous Medical
material, and 303 American Medical Association Journals,
valued at $850.
John E. Palmer, M. D., Reno - 12 cartons of Pediatric
Journals and material, valued at $515.
Mrs. Maude Paradis, Reno - 134 Medical books and 3 paper-
back books, valued at $250.
David Roberts, M. D., Reno - 1/2 interest in 10 volumes of
Tice, "Practice of Medicine", valued at $90.
Alan J. Roche, M. D. - several hundred Medical journals and
miscellaneous Medical material, valued at $275.
Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Sandorf, Reno - $15 in memory of C. V.
Isbell Memorial Fund.
Mrs. William H. Savage, Reno - 16 magazines, valued at
$2.50.
Mrs. Carol Ashton Smith, Reno - 5 books, valued at $25.
Mrs. Carol Jones Smith, Reno - 4 books, valued at $16.
Society of Real Estate Appraisers, Reno - 1 book, valued
at $8.
Mrs. Ben O. Strom, Reno - 3 old newspapers (Virginia
Chronicle) and 2 Daily Territorial Enterprise, valued at
$15.
Senor Jose L. Varela-Ibarra, Reno Campus - 6 Spanish book-
lets, valued at $5.
Mrs. Carolyn Wakefield, Incline Village, Nevada - $100.
Lt. Col. A. J. Woodard, Reno - 1 book, valued at $3.
Professor Edwin Worley, Reno - 12 copies of "Ramparts",
valued at $5.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Elko Twentieth Century Club, Elko - $150 scholarship stipend
to Miss Linda Brummell.
Fresno County Farm Bureau, Fresno, California - $50 scholar-
ship stipend to Miss Ava Ichimoto.
Max C. Fleischmann Foundation, Carson City - $500 scholar-
ship stipends to Daniel Allen, Richard Burchett, Frank Fisk,
Robert Fisk, Steven Frank, Judy Harris and Robert Martinez.
Liberty Union High School, Brentwood, California - $75
scholarship stipend to Mr. Stanley E. Jones.
Reno Aces Incorporated, Reno - $390 scholarship stipend to
Don Mac Dougall, $300 stipend to Gary Toffolo, and $200 to
the Reno Aces Scholarship Fund.
Reno Business and Professional Women's Club, Reno - $200
to a woman who will be entering her Junior year and who is
a Nevada resident.
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary, North Las Vegas
- $150 scholarship stipend to Susan Conley.
School of Medical Sciences
Mrs. Viola C. Brown, Reno - $10 donation in the name of
Fred M. Anderson, M. D.
Geigy Pharmaceuticals, San Rafael, California - $150 dona-
tion to the Orientation Seminar.
Allen L. Sklar, M. D., Incline Village, Nevada - $100 dona-
tion in the names of Fred M. Anderson, M. D. and Arrah
Curry, M. D.
Contributions to the School of Medical Sciences in memory
of Raymond Stone, M. D.:
Doris L. Bernabei, Trenton, New Jersey - $10
Mr. and Mrs. Carl P. Brandsness, Cottage Grove, Oregon
- $5
George J. Furman, M. D., Reno - $15
City & County District Health Department, Reno - $25
Judge and Mrs. Laurance M. Hyde, Jr., Reno - $10
Mr. and Mrs. John Mathews, Hanover, Indiana - $25
Mr. and Mrs. Gunnar Norregaurd, Reno - $10
Mr. Sterling A. Mac Kinnon, M. D., Pueblo, Colorado -
$25
Joseph G. Pittman, M. D., San Francisco, California -
$50
Reno Orthopedic Clinic, Reno - $25
Dr. and Mrs. George T. Smith, Reno - $10
Paul O. Wiig, M. D., Reno - $10
Miscellaneous
Mr. Martin Garcia-Urtiaga, Mexico - $200 contribution to the
Basque Program.
Litton Engineering Laboratory, Grass Valley, California -
Ampex Model 300-3 unmounted 3-channel recorder-producer and
Model 351-2 unmounted 2-channel recorder-producer.
KOLO-TV, Reno - used 16 mm film processor.
Mrs. John Newman, Reno - equipment items from the estate of
her husband to the Electrical Engineering Department, valued
at $2930.
Texas Instruments Foundation, Dallas, Texas - 1970 grant of
semi-conductor items to the Electrical Engineering Depart-
ment, valued at $7400.
Zizpiak Bat Basque Club, Reno - $500 to the Basque Program.
Contributions to the Nevada Prize Exam in High School Math:
Nevada Bell, Reno - $50
Nevada National Bank, Reno - $50
Northern Nevada Mathematics Council, Reno - $25
Southern Nevada Mathematics Council, Reno - $25
Grants
State Department of Education, Vocational-Technical and
Adult Education Division:
$35,518 for general vocational programs and services
and for consumer and homemaking services, allocated as
follows:
School of Agriculture - $ 7,938
School of Home Economics - 5,851
College of Education - 2,600
Nevada Technical Institute - 15,463
General University Extension - 3,666
UNLV
Library
Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Adams, Las Vegas - $15.20.
Mr. and Mrs. John H. Mc Namee, Las Vegas - $10 in memory of
Mr. Fred Walford.
Performing Arts:
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert M. Jones, Las Vegas - $350
Mrs. Judith Bayley, Las Vegas - $1000
Mr. and Mrs. Wing G. Fong, Las Vegas - $3500
Scholarships
Hotel Accounts Association of Nevada, South Las Vegas -
$500.
Harris, Kerr, Forster & Company, Los Angeles, California -
$500.
Musicians Memorial Scholarship Fund in the name of Russ
Morgan, Las Vegas - $15 in memory of Mr. Dave Franklin.
Music Concert Series:
Nevada State Council on the Arts, Reno - $3500
Dr. and Mrs. Harvey L. Daiell, Las Vegas - $25
Miss Jessie Metcalf, Las Vegas - $25
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Kinnory, Las Vegas - $5
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kintz, Las Vegas - $5
Mr. Thomas J. Mc Laughlin, Las Vegas - $15
Mrs. Margery Mayhew, Las Vegas - $10
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Moon, Las Vegas - $10
Dr. and Mrs. Robert Steinbauer, Las Vegas - $10
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas R. Peterson, Las Vegas - $10
Miscellaneous
D. B. Garner Realty, North Las Vegas - 10-inch Astrola
telescope with tracking motor and camera, valued at $1810,
to the Physics Department.
General Radio Company, Mountain View, California - General
Radio 1313-A oscillator, valued at $324, to the Department
of Planetary Sciences and Engineering.
DRI
Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research Incor-
porated - $2250 for "Archeological Survey in Beaver Dam
Wash", under the direction of D. Fowler.
Office of Naval Research - $18,945 for "Water Droplet
Nucleation Studies", under the direction of T. E. Hoffer.
Motion by Dr. Lombardi, seconded by Mr. Ronzone, carried
without dissent that the gifts and grants be accepted as
presented and the Secretary be requested to send notes of
thanks to the donors.
4. Report of Personnel Actions
The following personnel actions were recommended for ap-
proval by the appropriate Officers:
UNR
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
Raymond P. Ansotegui, Graduate Research Assistant in Animal
Science, 2/1/70 to 5/31/70 plus L/A for June - $1500 (new
position)
Walter D. Ashton, Graduate Research Assistant in Biochemis-
try, 2/10/70 to 5/31/70 plus L/A for June - $1425 (new
position)
Nancy Anne Bruce, Graduate Research Assistant in Home
Economics, Spring semester, 1970 - $1250 (replacement for
Marjory Stephens)
Shirley Paxman, Graduate Assistant in Home Economics, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1250 (new position)
Carl W. Rimbey, Graduate Research Assistant in Plant, Soil
& Water Science, 2/1/70 to 5/31/70 - $1000 (replacement for
James Greil)
Bryce E. Wheeler, Graduate Research Assistant in Plant,
Soil & Water Science, 2/1/70 to 5/31/70 plus L/A for June -
$1500 (previously on Letter of Appointment)
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Charles L. Anderson, Graduate Research Assistant in Psy-
chology, Spring semester, 1970 - $1350 (replacement for
Lawrence Smith)
Anthony P. Anzalone, Graduate Assistant in Psychology, 1/4
time, Spring semester, 1970 - $625 (return to fill position
given up November 1 due to illness)
Galen L. Baril, Graduate Assistant in Psychology, 3/10ths
time, Spring semester, 1970 - $750 (replacement for Brian
Lahren)
Ralph J. Coppola, M. D., Adjunct Professor of Speech and
Drama, Spring semester, 1970 - (new position)
Edward W. Davis, Graduate Assistant in History, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1250 (temporary position)
Cynthia Zane Geil, Student Assistant in Mathematics, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1050 (replacement for Frank Powers)
Roberta C. Hargrove, Graduate Assistant in English, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1450 (replacement for Paul Elcano)
Arthur Terry Vogt, Graduate Assistant in Psychology, 1/4
time, Spring semester, 1970 - $625 (temporary position)
Lynne J. Wehrlie, Graduate Assistant in Biology, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1250 (replacement for James Kelleher;
temporary position)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Bryce R. Ballard, Graduate Research Assistant in Bureau
of Business & Economic Research, Spring semester, 1970 -
$1250 (vacant position)
Philip C. Cartwright, Graduate Assistant in Economics,
Spring semester, 1970 - $1250 (vacant position)
Eric Tich-Hi Lai (foreign student), Graduate Research
Assistant in Bureau of Business & Economic Research &
Management, 1/4 time each, Spring semester, 1970 - $1250
(replacement for John Bauer and Robert Norvelle)
Edwin Alexander Schorr, Graduate Research Assistant in
Marketing, 1/4 time, Spring semester, 1970 - $625 (tempo-
rary position)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Elizabeth J. Gailband, Graduate Assistant in General Profes-
sional Education, Spring semester, 1970 - $1250 (temporary
position)
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Richard W. Reynolds, Graduate Research Assistant in Nuclear
Engineering, 1/4 time, Spring semester, 1970 - $625 (vacant
position)
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Kenneth J. Sharigian, Graduate Research Assistant in
Psychology (Arts & Science), 1/4 time, Spring semester,
1970 - $625 (temporary position)
Marcum D. Sproule, Graduate Research Assistant in Psychology
(Arts & Science), 1/4 time, Spring semester, 1970 - $625
(temporary position)
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Thomas D. Beardsley, Graduate Assistant in Anatomy, Spring
semester, 1970 - $1250 (new position)
UNLV
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
Harold Francis Hinton, Graduate Assistant, Spring semester,
1970 - $750 (1/2 time Graduate Assistant, replacing Frieder
Aichele)
Barbara Anne Klinefelter, Graduate Assistant, Spring sem-
ester, 1970 - $625 (1/2 time, replacing Doris Duffey)
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS
Lam-Fat Loo, Graduate Assistant, Spring semester, 1970 -
$1250 (replacement for Robert B. Patten)
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Jeanne Rita Jones, Graduate Assistant, Spring semester,
1970 - $1250 (replacement for Linda J. Buchanan)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Dianne Carroll Bradley, Graduate Assistant, Spring semester,
1970 - $1250 (replacement for Patricia Dillingham)
Cheryl Anne Ollson, Graduate Assistant, 1/15/70 to 6/30/70 -
$1375 (replacement for Lou Chitwood)
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the personnel appointments be approved
as reported.
5. National College of State Trial Judges
Mr. Pine presented the final architectural plans and speci-
fications for the Law Library to be constructed on the Reno
Campus by the National College of State Trial Judges under
a grant from the Fleischmann Foundation. Mr. Pine noted
that the plans had been approved by the College and recom-
mended approval by the Board of Regents. President Miller
and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Ronzone, carried
without dissent that the final plans and specifications
be approved as submitted.
6. Construction on North Virginia Street
Mr. Pine reported that the State Highway Department has
submitted plans for widening of North Virginia Street from
Artemisia Street north to the intersection of Sierra Street
and construction of a pedestrial overpass for Nye Hall. He
noted that the net cost of benefits provided to UNR is
$84,209 and the value of the 29,200 square feet of right of
way lost is $33,700. Mr. Pine recommended approval. Pres-
ident Miller and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
with Mr. Jacobsen opposing, that the above recommendation
be approved. Mr. Jacobsen noted that his negative vote was
based on his opposition to North Virginia continuing to be
designated as US 395 and therefore channelling traffic
through the Campus.
7. Registration Procedures, UNR
President Miller recalled that in January the Board had re-
quested a report concerning registration procedures at UNR.
In response to that request, he presented reports from Dr.
Jack Shirley, Direction of Admissions and Registrar, and
an excerpt from an ad hoc committee appointed to study this
matter. (Reports identified as Ref. C and filed with per-
manent minutes.)
There was concern expressed that the pre-sectioning of
Freshmen might, under certain circumstances, result in a
class being closed by the time upper classmen register,
thus working to the disadvantage of a student who might
need that particular class for his major. Dr. Shirley ex-
plained the procedure which permits a Department to reserve
spaces for its majors to avoid that situation. He agreed
that the Art Department had experienced just such a situa-
tion during the previous Fall registration but stated that
it was a result of a misunderstanding on the part of the
Department.
8. Requests for Rights of Way
A. Mr. Pine reported that Sierra Pacific Power Company had
requested a right of way 10' x 60' at the southeast
corner of Mill Street and Boynton Lane, Main Station
Farm, to construct a gas regulating station. He noted
that this would be an above ground installation. There
was concern expressed that the unavailability of this
land to the University which would result from the
granting of this right of way might eventually be to
the University's disadvantage. Dr. Anderson suggested
that the legal aspects be investigated to see whether
the property concerned in the right of way could revert
if it became desirable in the future.
Mr. Pine recommended approval of the request for right
of way with the provision that the Attorney General be
requested to redraft the agreement to insure that the
University's interest is protected. President Miller
and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the above recommendations be ap-
proved.
B. Mr. Pine reported that Sierra Pacific Power Company and
Bell of Nevada have requested rights of way at the Main
Station Farm, as follows:
(1) Area for a guy wire anchor 10' x 25' on the north
side of Mill Street 500' west of Boynton Lane;
(2) Area for a power line 10' x 600' along the south-
west corner of the intersection of Mill Street
and Boynton Lane;
(3) Area for a guy wire anchor and pole 10' x 45' at
the intersection of Kimlick Lane and Boynton Lane;
and
(4) Area for a power line 10' in width along the east
side of Boynton Lane from the Truckee River south
to the property line of the University of Nevada.
Mr. Pine recommended approval of the requested rights
of way subject to agreements by the companies that
surface rights beneath the power lines remain under
University control.
President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Dr. Lombardi, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen,
carried without dissent that the above recommendation
be approved.
9. Sale of Warren Property
Mr. Pine recalled that in September, 1969, the Board of
Regents accepted a gift of improved real property in Yer-
ington, Nevada, from Mr. and Mrs. Donald R. Warren of La
Canada, California, noting that Mr. and Mrs. Warren are
alumni of UNR and had specified that the property could be
sold and the proceeds used for the benefit of UNR. Mr.
Pine reported that the property was advertised for sale
and one bid was received for $28,000 from Mr. Ray Aiazzi,
subject to the following terms:
$7000 down, $4200 per year deferred payments for five
years at 8% on unpaid balance. Offer was accompanied
by check for $2800 with balance of $4200 to be paid
upon closure of escrow.
Mr. Pine and President Miller recommended that the bid of
Mr. Ray Aiazzi be accepted. Chancellor Humphrey concurred,
subject to review by the Attorney General and approval by
the Governor. He noted that the proceeds of the sale will
be held separate and invested in U. S. Treasury securities
until a recommendation is presented for disposition.
Motion by Mr. Seeliger, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
10. Approval of Purchases in Excess of $5000, UNR
A. Mr. Pine reported that bids were opened February 19,
1970 for 77 items of canned fruits and vegetables for
the UNR Dining Commons. Bids were received from Abbott
Supply Co., Monarch Institutional Foods, Sierra Food,
M & R Westco Products, and Sexton & Co. Mr. Pine
recommended that bids be awarded on a low bid per
item basis as follows:
Abbott Supply Co. 40 items $11,383.55
Monarch Institutional Foods 37 items 8,610.06
President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
B. Mr. Pine reported that the following bids were opened
February 25, 1970 for an electronic calculator for
the Electrical Engineering Department:
Monroe Calculator Co. $2750
J. Lakey (Wang Lab. Inc.) 5040
Carl A. Vago (Wang Lab. Inc.) 5075
Mr. Pine noted that it is planned to add this calcula-
tor to an existing installation of Wang equipment.
This installation will eventually consist of 9 desk
calculators with a simultaneous electronic unit and
T connectors. If a Wang calculator is used, the cost
will be $11,310 to complete the installation, whereas,
if the Monroe equipment is added, the installation cost
is estimated at $24,750 since the Monroe is not compat-
ible with the existing system.
Mr. Pine recommended that, in view of the above, the
bid of $5040 from Wang Laboratories be accepted. Pres-
ident Miller and Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
C. Mr. Pine reported that bids were opened March 6, 1970
for a windraw swather (hay cutter and harvester) for
the Main Station Farm:
J. Neddenriep Equipment, Minden $6,382.40
Vista Equipment, Sparks 7,000.00
Ruby Mountain Implement Co., Elko 8,216.80
Mr. Pine recommended the bid of J. Neddenriep Equipment
be accepted. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Motion by Mr. Seeliger, seconded by Mr. Ronzone, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
D. Mr. Pine reported that bids were opened March 2, 1970
for fertilizer, seed and wire for the Main Station Farm:
Consolidated Feed and Lumber Co., Fallon $6,895.80
Albers, Inc., Reno 7,056.72
Globe Seed & Feed, Twin Falls, Idaho Incomplete
Mr. Pine noted that the bid of Globe Seed & Feed was
incomplete. The company bid high on four items, no
bid on the fifth. He recommended the bid of Consoli-
dated Feed & Lumber Co. President Miller and Chancel-
lor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
11. Progress Report on Capital Improvement Projects
Mr. Pine submitted a progress report on capital improvement
projects under the supervision of UNR. A progress report
from the State Planning Board was distributed. (Both re-
ports are on file in the Chancellor's Office.)
12. Performing Arts Project
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Burrows, Smith & Co. had
prepared the necessary resolution for adoption by the Board
to authorize receipt of bids for $930,000 of UNLV Revenue
Bonds (at 7% either 20 or 30 year maturity) on April 10,
1970. Mr. Humphrey distributed copies of the document and
recommended adoption by the Board. He noted that the possi-
bility of a negotiated sale of these bonds is very good and
recommended the Board proceed to advertise their sale.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLUTION #70-1
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC SALE OF THE SECUR-
ITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA DESIGNATED AS THE
"UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA STUDENT FEES REVENUE BONDS,
SERIES MAY 1, 1970", IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF
$930,000.00; PROVIDING THE FORMS OF THE NOTICES OF
SUCH SALE; PROVIDING FOR GIVING NOTICE OF THE SALE
AND OTHER DETAILS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND RE-
PEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.
13. Establishment of Library Endowment
President Zorn requested that $10,000 of the existing UNLV
Library gift account (2-51-4034, balance of $24,749.98),
the Bertha Ronzone Library Gift account (2-51-8015, balance
of $1,247.45), and the Al Cahlan Gift account (balance of
$993.85), and the Leon and Bessie Rockwell account (balance
of $2,000.00) be designated as a fund functioning as an en-
dowment and titled the UNLV Library Book Endowment. He
noted that the fund would be added to by subsequent memo-
rials and the annual income used for book purchases. In-
dividual bookplates would be used.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Seeliger, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
14. Termination of Lease
President Zorn reported that an inquiry had been received
from the Southwestern Radiological Health Laboratory con-
cerning the long-range availability of the original struc-
ture made available to this agency under lease #GS-09-B-L-2.
Specifically, the specific request was for an extension for
at least two more 3-year optional renewals after the normal
expiration date of July 19, 1973.
President Zorn stated that a review of UNLV space needs
had been made and it was clear that they would continue to
face acute facilities shortage and therefore recommended
that notice of non-renewal of lease be provided. He point-
ed out that the other five units occupied by the Radiologi-
cal Laboratory will remain under contract at least until
1975 and there are options for utilization until 1985.
Chancellor Humphrey endorsed the recommendation and noted
that the present lease provides an annual rental of $25,000
which is a UNLV revenue.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
15. Report on Admission to Graduate Standing
Chancellor Humphrey noted that in January, the Board re-
quested a report be presented at the March meeting concern-
ing requirements for entrance to Graduate School and admis-
sion to graduate standing. He noted that reports had been
filed by both UNR and UNLV (identified as Ref. H and Ref.
I and filed with permanent minutes) and requested comments
by Presidents Miller and Zorn.
At President Miller's request, Dr. Thomas O'Brien, Graduate
Dean, UNR, commented on his report concerning requirements
for admission to graduate standing. In addition to the re-
quirements contained in Ref. H, Dean O'Brien spoke of a re-
cent action by the Graduate Council which had not yet been
forwarded to President Miller but which would be a recom-
mendation to add the category of "provisional standing" to
the other categories of graduate students. This will per-
mit a student who wishes to enter a graduate program but
does not meet the GPA requirements to be admitted to pro-
visional standing by registering for and satisfactorily
completing a full load, i. e., 9 credits. For the student
who cannot, for example, leave his employment to attend
school full time, these credits could be earned during the
Summer session, providing that he earns all 9 credits dur-
ing the same Summer.
President Zorn commented on Ref. I, a report from Dr.
Charles Adams, Dean of Graduate Studies at UNLV, concern-
ing admission to UNLV graduate programs.
There was considerable discussion concerning the Graduate
Record Examination. Dean O'Brien stated that the appli-
cant may use a satisfactory score on the Graduate Record
Examination as a substitute for minimum undergraduate grade
point average if that is below the minimum required for ad-
mission to graduate standing. However, the Graduate Record
Examination is required of all students prior to admission
to graduate standing. Scores on the test must be satis-
factory to the Department concerned.
Mr. Hug questioned why the Graduate Record Examination is
required when the GPA is satisfactory. Dean O'Brien ex-
plained that the results of the GRE provide an additional
piece of evidence as to the competency of the student.
Mr. Hug stated that it seemed strange to have an aptitude
test determine whether or not a student will be given his
graduate degree. Dr. Peltier stated that he knew of no
instance where a student was refused his advanced degree
because of the GRE score; the GRE is a minor piece of evi-
dence, he said, with performance as the major factor. Dr.
Boord agreed, stating that the GRE is used as an additional
piece of evidence but must be evaluated in relation to
everything else.
Dr. Baepler pointed out that the GRE provides a good control
of the quality of the Institution's graduate programs and
its students in that it is the only way of comparing with
other Universities. Dr. Sharp noted that it is particularly
useful in evaluating foreign students.
Dr. White stated that the students regard the GRE as a
hurdle rather than a tool. Mrs. Knudtsen agreed and asked
if a statement could be placed in the catalog to the effect
that the GRE score would not be used to determine awarding
of a degree. She stated that in her opinion the GRE should
be used only for admission and for guidance and counseling
and should have no bearing on whether a degree will be
awarded.
Mr. Hug said in his opinion it is unfair that the GRE should
be used since it is strictly an aptitude test and definitely
should not be available to a candidate's committee.
Chancellor Humphrey suggested that in view of the concerns
expressed by the Board, perhaps this matter could be re-
ferred to the Presidents for consideration and they be re-
quested to bring back an authoritative recommendation con-
cerning the Graduate Record Examination. This suggestion
was not acted upon.
Mr. Bilbray said he would be interested in seeing some of
the statistics on how UNR and UNLV graduate students com-
pare with other graduate students.
Mr. Grant said he did not believe the Board of Regents
should attempt to tell the Administration whether or not
or how the GRE should be used.
Mr. Warburton spoke of the qualifying examination required
of graduate students in Physics, noting that it imposed a
higher requirement on graduate students in that Department
than imposed by the overall University requirement and sug-
gested some attention be given this situation.
President Miller said he believed it important that Depart-
ments have autonomy to set standards for their students
which are higher than the University's minimum standards.
Mr. Ronzone asked why a Department should be allowed to es-
tablish policy above that established for the University
by the Board of Regents. President Miller noted that even
for undergradute programs the Departments and Colleges are
permitted to set certain standards for their majors. He
added that qualifying examinations are given by the Physics
Department and by the Psychology Department to graduate
students to permit them to accept the most qualified of the
applicants to a graduate program that must be limited be-
cause of economics and also to maintain the quality of the
program. He cited the Psychology Department as an example
of a particularly strong graduate program but one which
cannot admit all applicants who qualify under the University
regulations. They must screen their applicants very care-
fully, and one of the tools which they use for this "weed-
ing out" process is the qualifying examination.
Dr. Baepler noted that Departmental examinations are quite
common throughout both Universities and in other Institu-
tions. He cited the UNLV Chemistry Department as an ex-
ample of a Department which gives an examination which they
use to determine whether a student will be permitted to
continue with advanced work in that Department.
Dr. Miller stated that since it appears the Board is con-
cerned about the use of the GRE, he would request the
Graduate Council to review the functions and role of the
examination. Mr. Hug agreed that attention should be
given to whether or not the GRE should be used in deciding
whether the final degree will be awarded.
16. Report on the Intercampus Nursing Program
Acting Dean Alene Dickinson presented a report on the Inter-
Campus Nursing Program which is taught by closed circuit
television between UNR and UNLV. This program provides the
UNLV Associate Degree Program to students in Reno and the
UNR Baccalureate Degree Program to students in Las Vegas.
Part of the presentation was made by television originating
from both Campuses.
The Board adjourned for lunch and reconvened at 1:05 P.M.
17. Transfer of Credits
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in January, the Board
had requested a report be made in March concerning the
transfer of credits from one Campus to another within the
University System. He requested President Miller and
President Zorn to comment.
Dr. Miller noted that transfer of credits is presently
handled between UNR and UNLV as if the credits were being
transferred from an Institution in another State.
Mr. Bilbray cited a problem with which he was acquainted
concerning a student who transferred from UNLV to UNR and
learned only after he arrived here that some of the credits
he earned at UNLV in Hotel Administration were not accept-
able toward a degree at UNR.
Dr. Shirley stated that a student transferring to UNR from
UNLV or any other Institution is advised in writing what
credits are acceptable at UNR.
Mr. Bilbray suggested that, in his opinion, there should be
some uniformity between the Campuses of the System and that
credits earned at one Campus should be fully acceptable at
another.
President Zorn distributed a report from UNLV concerning
intercampus transfer of credit which stated as follows:
"UNLV grants credit for all College level work completed
within the Nevada System provided such courses are equi-
valent of those offered at UNLV.
"The application of courses accepted in transfer is the
responsibility of the faculty adviser. Accepted credits
may satisfy degree requirements, may be used as electives,
or may simply appear on the record as credit beyond the
minimum 128 required for graduation.
"UNLV seldom challenges credits offered in transfer from
UNR with the possible exception of the UNR courses numbered
1 - 99. The special associate degree courses that are num-
bered 1 - 99 by UNR are not applicable to a baccalaureate
degree and therefore are not accepted in transfer. The
associate courses in Nursing are taught via closed circuit
TV by UNLV faculty. For this reason UNLV accepts 2-year
Nursing courses whether numbered less than 100 as may be
the UNR practice or numbered above 100 as is the UNLV
policy."
Chancellor Humphrey noted that there had been discussions
within the Advisory Cabinet concerning the matter of trans-
fer of credits within the System. He stated that it is
anticipated that the Administration would be prepared with
a recommendation for the Board sometime in the Fall con-
cerning the handling of this matter between the two Univer-
sities and between the Universities and the Community
Colleges.
18. Purchases in Excess of $5000, UNLV
President Zorn reported that the following bids had been
received for a card catalog cabinet to be purchased by the
UNLV Library:
Armanko Office Supply, Reno $5,906.40
Southern Desk Co., Hickory, N. C. 5,790.00
Gaylord Bros, Inc., Stockton, Calif. 5,374.00
Bro-Dart, Inc., Montgomery, Pa. 4,730.00
Demco Educational Corp. No Bid
Bellview Furniture No Bid
President Zorn recommended the bid of Bro-Dart, Inc., for
$4,730.00 be accepted. Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
19. Long-Term Disability Insurance Plan
President Zorn recalled that in November, 1969, the Board
approved a request of the UNR Faculty that a long-term dis-
ability insurance plan, as bid by the American Fidelity
Assurance Company, be made available through payroll de-
ductions on a voluntary basis to faculty and staff. Dr.
Zorn reported that the UNLV Faculty Senate has now completed
its review of this program and wishes to participate.
Acting Director Warburton reported that DRI faculty and
staff also wish to participate in the insurance program.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that participation in this
optional insurance plan be extended to UNLV and DRI.
Motion by Mr. Seeliger, seconded by Mr. Ronzone, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
20. Change in Department Name, UNLV
President Zorn recommended that the name of the Department
of Physics and Astronomy be changed to Department of Physics
and Astrophysical Sciences, effective July 1, 1970. Chan-
cellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Dr. White, carried without
dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
21. Graduation List, January 1970, UNLV
President Zorn presented the list of graduates from the
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, as of January 30, 1970
(list filed with permanent minutes).
22. Request for Non-Appropriated Money
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in February the Board had
authorized the transfer of $3000 from five unrestricted en-
dowment income accounts to partially handle the expense
of transferring accounting functions for UNLV from the UNR
Controller to the UNLV Controller. The total required had
been estimated at $8772. Mr. Humphrey stated that he had
continued to explore possibilities for assistance and rec-
ommended that an additional $5045.07 be made available by
transfer from 1-51-4082, a Chancellor's account for spe-
cial studies. He noted that this is the unencumbered bal-
ance of the account and will provide all but $726.93 of
the amount requested.
Motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
23. Purchases in Excess of $5000, DRI
Acting Director Warburton requested approval of the purchase
of an airborne data acquisition and processing system to be
used by the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics in support of
Project Themis. The system, to be used on the Buffalo air-
craft, is comprised of a Lockheed MAS 16 computer, peripher-
al equipment and software, and is manufactured by Lockheed
Electronics Co., Data Products Division, Los Angeles, the
sole source of supply for these specifications. Mr.
Warburton stated that the cost is estimated at $25,000
and approval has been granted by the Fleischmann Foundation
for this expenditure from its Equipment Grant.
Chancellor Humphrey concurred in the request and recommended
approval.
Motion by Dr. Lombardi, seconded by Mr. Ronzone, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
24. Confirmation of Emergency Purchase Related to DRI Airplane
Acting Director Warburton reported that, as indicated in
the agenda, a replacement engine for the Institute's B-26
airplane had been purchased prior to Board approval to
allow the aircraft to continue a research program in
Washington State in which it was engaged. The engine, type
R-2800, 83AM13, available only from National Airmotive
Corporation, San Leandro, California, had been purchased
for $12,500 plus $125 shipping costs, with funds from the
Aircraft Sales account.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that provision had been made for
response by the Board to the Chancellor concerning this
proposed emergency purchase; having received no objection,
the Institute was authorized to proceed with the purchase
and to seek confirmation at the regular meeting.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
25. Nepotism Policy
Chancellor Humphrey reported that at the request of the
Board of Regents, the three Faculty Senates reviewed the
Board Policy on nepotism, which is presently stated in
Section 6, Chapter 4, Title 4, of the Board of Regents
Handbook, as follows:
"Due to the fact that the University Code provides
an instrument for insuring that all professional
appointments are based upon pure achievement, criteria
and national competition, it is determined that there
is no nepotism constraint placed upon the hiring poli-
cies of the University professional personnel as set
forth in the University Code." (B/R 11/30/62)
Chancellor Humphrey noted that three different proposals
were developed by the Senates and the matter was referred
to the Coordinating Council which recommended the follow-
ing policy:
"Nepotism involves relatives by first degree of con-
sanguinity. There shall be no regulations concerning
nepotism on initial employment unless otherwise cov-
ered by State Law; however, no one can hire, promote,
or otherwise advance a relative without consent of
members of the Department, or of the College or
other appropriate University subdivisions."
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the above statement
with the first sentence deleted, be adopted as replacing
the present Section 6, Chapter 4, of the Board of Regents
Handbook. Deletion of the first sentence is recommended
to clarify the statement since the second sentence refers
to a "relative" and the relationship could be by marriage
(e. g., a wife) and not consanguinity. Mr. Humphrey stated
that this policy would provide for Departmental or College
review in such matters, and the Department Chairman, Dean
and President will be involved as at present. The Depart-
ment or College By-Laws should provide for the exact voting
method to be used in conformity with this policy.
Mr. Hug expressed concern over the wording of the policy
statement as presented, suggesting that it was ambiguous
and confusing, and suggested the following substitution:
"Unless otherwise provided by State Law, there shall
be no nepotism constraint upon the employment or ad-
vancement of University faculty except that no one
may employ, promote, or otherwise advance a relative
without the explicit consent of a majority of the
members of the Department, College, or other appro-
priate University subdivision involved. The Depart-
ment or College By-Laws shall provide for the exact
voting method to be used in conformity with this
policy."
Mr. Jacobsen moved that the statement proposed by Mr. Hug
be approved. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen.
Dr. Barmettler, Vice Chairman, UNR Faculty Senate, asked
if this matter could be postponed to allow the Faculty
Senates an opportunity to consider the suggested revision.
Mr. Jacobsen offered no objection and withdrew the motion.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the matter be referred back to the
Division Officers for referral to their Faculty Senates.
26. Sabbatical Leave Policy
Chancellor Humphrey reported that the UNR, UNLV and DRI
Faculty Senates had taken action to seek changes in the
sabbatical leave policy of the Board of Regents and the
Nevada Revised Statutes. The actions were at variance
and were referred to the Coordinating Council which then
recommended approval of the following policy changes:
(1) "Eligibility for sabbatical leave commences at the end
of the sixth full year of service whether or not it
coincides with the end of the academic year." (Note:
Interpretation of present policy has been that a per-
son becomes eligible at the end of the sixth complete
academic year.)
(2) "Any faculty member with academic or equivalent rank,
including the rank of Lecturer, and who has served
full time on either a 10 or 12 month contract for six
or more salaried years, is eligible for sabbatical
leave." (Note: Present policy limits sabbatical
leave to ranks 2, 3 and 4. This change would add
Instructors or Lecturers.)
(3) "...the Board of Regents (is requested) to budget for
and attempt to secure funding from the Legislature
for a three-year acceleration of the sabbatical leave
program to eliminate the backlog, and request the
Legislature to remove the 2% limitation and replace
the term 'teaching personnel' with 'professional
personnel'."
Mr. Humphrey stated that although there was no formal
motion, it was the clear intent of the Coordinating Council
that each Faculty should be allowed to adopt supplemental
sabbatical leave procedures in conformity with the Board's
policy.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the Coordinating
Council actions be endorsed and that the Board of Regents
policy, as presently stated in Section 9.B, Chapter 4,
Title 4, of the Board of Regents Handbook, be amended by
deletion of the entire present section and substitution
of the following:
SECTION 9
B. SABBATICAL LEAVE
1. In conformity with NRS 284.345, interpretations of
that statute by the Attorney General, and previous
Board rulings, the number of sabbatical leaves
granted for each succeeding academic year shall
not exceed a number equal to two percent of the
"academic faculty" (i. e., those with professional
rank rather than equivalent rank plus those with
equivalent rank who are teaching in the current
year).
2. Sabbatical leave allocations shall be prorated to
the divisions, or other administrative units not
a part of a division, based upon the FTE "academic
faculty" in that unit.
3. Any faculty member with academic or equivalent rank,
including the designation Lecturer, who has served
full time on either a 10 or 12 month contract for
six or more salaried years, is eligible for sab-
batical leave.
4. Eligibility for sabbatical leave commences at the
end of the sixth year of service whether or not
it coincides with the end of the academic year.
5. Eligible applicants for sabbatical leave shall
have two alternatives: one year's leave at two-
thirds salary or one-half year's leave at full
salary.
6. The taking of sabbatical leave does not interfere
with the continuing employment of an individual
by the University, or with his retirement program,
or any other rights or privileges normally associ-
ated with appointment to the University faculty.
7. Procedure:
7.1 Recommendations for sabbatical leave shall be
submitted to the Board of Regents by the Pres-
ident (or other division chief executive offi-
cer) not later than December of the year prior
to the academic year during which leave is
desired.
7.2 The appropriate Faculty Senate shall select
the Sabbatical Leave Committee to review and
rank all applications.
7.3 If a division or other administrative unit is
not entitled to at least one sabbatical leave,
as explained in 2, the Chancellor shall group
two or more divisions or other administrative
units to secure one allocation and the appro-
priate Faculty Senates shall select the Sab-
batical Leave Committee to review the appli-
cations.
7.4 Divisions of the University System may adopt
such supplemental procedures concerning sab-
batical leaves as the Faculty Senates and
Presidents deem appropriate, provided that
such procedures are in harmony with Board of
Regents policy.
8. Obligations upon taking sabbatical leave:
8.1 In conformity with NRS 284.345, "...no sab-
batical leave with pay shall be granted unless
the person requesting such leave agrees in
writing with the University to return to the
University after such leave for a period not
less than that required by his most recent
contract of employment with the University
if the University desires his continued serv-
ice."
8.2 Additional income -- for example, grants-in-
aid or fellowships -- may be accepted during
the leave provided the activity for which the
income is received contributes to the individ-
ual's professional development or his future
usefulness to the University.
8.3 Acknowledgement of sabbatical assistance shall
be given in any publications resulting from
work accomplished during the sabbatical leave.
8.4 A written report concerning sabbatical leave
activities shall be submitted to the Presi-
dent (or other division chief executive offi-
cer) and a copy filed in the division's
Academic Personnel Office.
Mr. Jacobsen asked if removal of the 2% limitation imposed
by the Legislature would require that the Board impose a
limitation of its own. Chancellor Humphrey pointed out
that the Board would automatically impose a budgetary
limitation each year when it approved the allocation of
funds to sabbatical leaves. The limitation, he noted, need
not be the same each year.
Mr. Hug expressed concern over requesting the Legislature
to remove the 2% limitation. He pointed out that the Uni-
versity runs a risk of having more restrictions placed on
the program by opening it up to action by the Legislature.
Mr. Seeliger agreed.
Chancellor Humphrey stated that this possibility has been
fully explored with the UNR Faculty Senate, and the reaction
of that group was that they were prepared to take the risk.
He said he assumed the other faculties were also fully
aware of the problem.
Mr. Jacobsen moved that the recommendation be adopted with
the exception of the request to the Legislature to remove
the 2% limitation. Motion failed for lack of second.
Dr. Sharp noted that within the next few years DRI will
have a large proportion of its total faculty eligible for
a sabbatical leave. He said they are very much interested
in seeing the term "professional" replace "teaching" to
provide a broader base; however, they fully support request-
ing the removal of the 2% limitation and understand the
risks involved.
Dr. Boord urged the adoption in full of the Council's recom-
mendation as reflected in (3) and stated that UNLV faculty
are willing to take their chances in requesting that the 2%
be eliminated.
Mr. Hug pointed out that the faculty must also fully under-
stand that the more money that is put into sabbatical leaves
will mean that much less in other fringe benefits.
Mr. Bilbray moved approval of the recommendation of the
Council as endorsed by the Chancellor. Motion seconded by
Mrs. Knudtsen.
Mr. Jacobsen moved to amend the motion to strike the words
in (3): "and request the Legislature to remove the 2%
limitation." Motion to amend seconded by Mr. Seeliger.
Mr. Jacobsen spoke to his motion to amend by stating that
the 2% limitation provides a guide. If that guide is re-
moved, he said, the Board will have to make the decision
each year as to how many leaves will be permitted.
Dr. Zorn agreed that the Board would have to make the de-
cision but pointed out that the faculty would prefer to
have this decision made by the Board rather than imposed
by the Legislature.
He said that he strongly endorsed the recommendation,
noting that it was acceptable to the faculties of all
three Divisions and they were all prepared to take the
risks involved.
President Miller also expressed support of the recommenda-
tion and urged its approval.
Motion to amend failed with Mr. Jacobsen and Mr. Seeliger
voting yes and all others voting no.
Main motion carried with Mr. Jacobsen and Mr. Seeliger
opposing.
27. Approval of Purchase in Excess of $5000
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Mr. Niels Anderson, Di-
rector of the Computing Center, has requested authorization
to enter into a lease agreement with Xerox Data Systems,
Inc. for one Model 8451 Memory Module, at an expected an-
nual rental of $8872. He noted that this equipment will
be used to support the installation of a remote batch ter-
minal at UNLV which will provide expanded access by that
Campus to the Central Computer at Reno. Mr. Humphrey
stated that the cost of the equipment will be provided
from funds presently available within the budget and recom-
mended approval.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
28. Chancellor Humphrey noted that in January, Dr. Anderson
had asked for a number of reports no later than the March
meeting. He added that some material had been submitted
with the agenda and additional material was distributed.
Mr. Jacobsen moved that in view of the lack of time remain-
ing this matter be deferred until the April meeting. Mo-
tion seconded by Dr. Anderson and carried without dissent.
29. Amendment to By-Laws of the Board of Regents
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that the Board had, in Febru-
ary, approved on first reading an amendment to its By-Laws
which would recognize a change in the authority of the Di-
rector of DRI. He recommended final action on the following
amendment:
Article VI.
Principal Section 5. The principal officers of the
University System, in addition to the
Chancellor, shall be the President of the
University of Nevada, Reno, the President
of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas,
and the Director of the Desert Research
Institute. Subject to approval of the
Board of Regents, the Chancellor shall
appoint such staff officers as are re-
quired from time to time to assist him
in the discharge of his responsibilities.
Responsibil- Section 6. The Presidents of the Univer-
ities and sity of Nevada, Reno, the University of
Duties of of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the Director of
Presidents, the Desert Research Institute shall have
and Director the following responsibilities and duties
of Desert for their Divisions:
Research
Institute a. To provide leadership in the planning
and implementation necessary to devel-
op the full potential of their units.
b. To serve as the chief administrative
officers of their organizational
units. This shall include, but not
necessarily be limited to, academic
programs and personnel, student af-
fairs, alumni and public relations.
On any and all matters of strictly
academic policy, the Presidents'
directives shall not be revoked ex-
cept by the Board of Regents.
c. To appoint all officers and employees
of their units provided that the Board
of Regents shall approve appointment
of persons responsibile directly to a
President or to the Director of the
Desert Research Institute, of all
Deans and Directors or Heads of Labor-
atories, Centers, or other similar
administrative unit and of persons
to tenure. The President or Director
of the Desert Research Institute shall
in making a nomination to the Board of
Regents for a Dean, Director or Heads
of Laboratories, Centers, or other
similar administrative unit, consult
with the Faculty. The President or
the Director of the Desert Research
Institute has no obligation to consult
with Faculty concerning his nomination
for staff officers or non-academic
line positions. "Consultation" shall
involve the use of a faculty-student
recruitment and screening committee
and faculty members shall be selected
under procedures established by the
Faculty Senate for positions of a
University-wide nature. For admin-
istrative positions relating to a
single administrative unit, the re-
cruitment and screening committee
shall be selected by the President
or Director of the Desert Research
Institute after discussion with and
participation by the faculty of that
unit. An appropriate student repre-
sentative shall be a member of these
committees. Committees shall present
an unranked slate of candidates
through the President or Director to
the Board of Regents. The Committee
shall meet with the Board of Regents,
the President or Director of the
Desert Research Institute, and the
Chancellor, in executive session, to
discuss the proposed candidates. Fi-
nal Decision is to rest with the
Board of Regents.
d. To review the quality of performance
of all professional staff within his
unit and to recommend to the Board of
Regents, through the Chancellor, pro-
motions, salary increases, and other
changes in conditions of employment
within the framework of policies ap-
proved by the Board of Regents.
e. To administer approved budgets to en-
sure effective control of expenditures
in conformity with approved plans and
programs. He shall have authority to
approve transfer of spending authority
within a College or equal or lesser
administrative unit, within the frame-
work of policies approved by the Board
of Regents.
f. To perform such other duties for the
effective administration of the Uni-
versity as are necessary and desirable
and within the framework of policies
approved by the Board of Regents.
g. The Presidents shall also be respon-
sible for the business management and
auxiliary enterprises of their Univer-
sities. This shall include, but not
necessarily be limited to, the func-
tions of financial controllership,
personnel, purchasing, central office
services, physical plant, residence
and dining hall, student health serv-
ices, Campus and student union facil-
ities.
h. The Presidents and the Director of
the Desert Research Institute shall
have access to the Board of Regents
in regular or specially called
meetings.
i. The Presidents and the Director of
the Desert Research Institute will
be the principal spokesman on Board
of Regents approved matter affecting
their divisions.
Establish- Section 7. Whenever the Chancellor, a
ment of New President, or a Division Director wishes
Positions to establish a new position of the level
Vice Chancellor, President, Vice Presi-
dent, Dean or Director which has signifi-
cant impact on the teaching or research
responsibilities of the University or
Division involved, he shall consult with
the Faculty Senate or Senates in a mean-
ingful manner. The establishment of
staff positions or non-academic line pos-
itions is not involved by this regulation.
Director of Section 8. The Director of the Community
the Communi- College Division shall follow the proce-
ty College dure outlines for Presidents and the
Division Director of the Desert Research Institute
in Section 6.C and Section 7 or Article VI
modified only to the extent that his re-
sponsibility for personnel might differ
from the Presidents of UNR and UNLV.
Motion by Dr. Lombardi, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the amendment be adopted as proposed.
Upon motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, the follow-
ing supplemental items were added to the agenda:
30. Proposed New Community College Program
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Mr. Burnell Larson, Super-
intendent of Public Instruction, has requested the Community
College Division of the University of Nevada System to con-
sider administering a three-year, $620,000 Federally funded
program to establish a "skill training center in the State
of Nevada to serve an estimated 3600 minority, disadvantaged
and hard core unemployed persons." Senator Floyd Lamb has
urged that the Board of Regents accept this responsibility
and establish the center in or near the west side of Las
Vegas.
Chancellor Humphrey continued by stating that he had dis-
cussed this proposal with Superintendent Larson and with
Dr. Kenny Guinn, Superintendent of Clark County Schools.
Dr. Guinn has stated that the Clark County School District
does not wish to administer this program; however, he had
offered every cooperation to the Community College Division
if the Board of Regents accepts responsibility. He has,
for example, agreed to a complete review of the possibil-
ities of joint use of excellent facilities at the Vo-Tech
Center east of Las Vegas, not only for the proposed skill
training center but for a total Community College program.
Chancellor Humphrey stated that he believed that the need
for a Community College program in Las Vegas is evident.
However, he pointed out that whether or not this skill
training center will be feasible as part of the Community
College will have to be determined and proposed the follow-
ing action:
(1) That the Board approve further investigation of this
matter by Dr. Donnelly with the objective of present-
ing at least a progress report at the April meeting;
(2) An Advisory Board for Clark Community College be
appointed at the April meeting in order that we
might gain the benefit of their counsel at the earli-
est possible date; and
(3) We advise the Legislature (by letters to individual
Legislators) of the present status of Community
College planning and that if the University does
agree to administer this skill training center during
1970-71 we are not attempting to preempt full dis-
cussion and a legislative decision in 1970 concerning
a Community College in Clark County.
Mr. Jacobsen moved approval of the Chancellor's recommenda-
tion. Motion was seconded by Dr. Anderson.
Mrs. Knudtsen questioned whether this skill training center
was a suitable program for a Community College. Mr.
Humphrey pointed out that this was one of the reasons for
his recommendation for further study before the Board of
Regents agrees to assume responsibility.
Mr. Hug suggested that appointing an Advisory Board at
this time might be premature. Mr. Humphrey agreed that
perhaps a better term would be Advisory Board "for Plan-
ning". Dr. Anderson suggested the motion be amended to
provide for an "Advisory Committee for Planning of a
Community College in Clark County". Mr. Jacobsen agreed
and restated his motion accordingly. Motion carried with-
out dissent.
31. Transfer of Funds
Mr. Humphrey recalled that the Board of Regents had earlier
authorized a transfer of $2500 from the Special Projects
Fund to handle expenses of the Recruitment and Screening
Committee for the Director of the Community College Divi-
sion. All expenses have not been accumulated and the
account is overdrawn by $288.05. Mr. Humphrey recommended
that $288.05 be transferred from the Board of Regents
Special Projects Fund to cover this deficit and the account
be closed.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
The meeting adjourned at 2:25 P.M.
03-14-1970