May 15-16, 1991
05-15-1991
Pages 9-42
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
May 15-16, 1991
The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Pine Auditori-
um, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher, Chairman
Mrs. Shelley Berkley
Dr. Jill Derby
Dr. James Eardley
Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Dr. Lonnie Hammargren
Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks
Members absent: Mrs. June F. Whitley
Others present: Chancellor Mark H Dawson
President Anthony Calabro, WNCC
President Joseph Crowley, UNR
President John Gwaltney, TMCC
President Robert Maxson, UNLV
President Paul Meacham, CCCC
President Ronald Remington, NNCC
President Jim Taranik, DRI
Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel
Dr. Warren Fox, Vice Chancellor
Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen Bill Baines (TMCC),
Isabelle Emerson (UNLV), Larry Goodnight (WNCC), Candace Kant
(CCSN), Ed Nickel (NNCC), Lonnie Pippin (DRI), Elizabeth Raymond
(UNR), and Student Association Officers.
Vice Chairman Carolyn Sparks called the meeting to order at 9:50
A.M. Wednesday, May 15, 1991, with all Regents present except
Regents Berkley, Gallagher, Hammargren and Whitley.
1. Approved Consent Agenda
Approved the Consent Agenda (identified as Ref. A, filed
with the permanent minutes), containing the following:
(1) Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held
April 4-5, 1991 and minutes of the special meeting
held April 18, 1991.
(2) Approved the gifts, grants and contracts, listed in
Ref. C-1, filed with the permanent minutes.
(3) Approved an extension of the sabbatical leave for
Roberta Trease, Business Instructor at WNCC. Ms.
Trease was granted a one-semester sabbatical for Fall,
1991, which would now be extended to the full 1991-92
academic year with appropriate reduction in salary.
(4) Approved an extension of sick leave for the academic
year 1991-92 for UNR Professor Wilbur S. Shepperson.
Ref. C-4 is filed in the Regents' Office.
(5) Approved the appointment of Mr. G. W. Griffen to the
College of Business Administration Advisory Board at
UNR.
(6) Approved the following individuals be added to the
College of Agriculture Advisory Committee at UNR:
Thomas W. Ballow, Reno
Dallas Byington, Minden
Don J. Davis, Las Vegas
Jack W. Walther, Reno
Craig Witt, Minden
(7) Approved a grant of easement containing 36 square
feet between UNLV and the Las Vegas Water District.
This easement will provide water service to the planned
Fertitta Tennis Complex:
A six foot (6') easement located in the Southeast
Quarter (SE 1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4)
of Section 22, Township 21 South, Range 61 East,
M. D. M.
(8) Approved the renaming of the UNLV Printing Services to
Reprographics. Due to reorganization and physical
movement of the division, it is felt that changing the
name would more accurately reflect the work handled
in this area.
(9) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. UNS Board of Regents/UNR/DRI and the City of Reno
Effective Date: Upon execution of the contract by
the Board's agent and approval by
the Governor
Amount : $10 to UNR
Purpose : Transfer water rights for new
construction.
B. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Commerce, Real Estate Division
Effective Date: July 1, 1991 through June 30, 1992
Amount : $21,506 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to conduct continuing educa-
tion courses.
C. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Human Resources
Effective Date: August 15, 1991 through June 30,
1992
Amount : $12,500 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to conduct continuing educa-
tion courses.
D. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Wildlife
Effective Date: April 15, 1991 through June 30,
1992
Amount : $81,466 to UNR
Purpose : Conduct surveys to determine
genetic characteristics of desert
tortoise populations.
E. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Taxation
Effective Date: July 1, 1991 through June 30, 1993
Amount : $108,050
Purpose : To employ a State demographer.
F. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada State
Health Division
Effective Date: July 1, 1991 through June 30, 1992
Amount : $6321 to UNR
Purpose : Provide facilities and staff for
screening, examination and serv-
ices for the Cleft Palate Clinic.
G. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of Human Resources
Effective Date: August 15, 1991 through June 30,
1992
Amount : $5000 to UNR
Purpose : To conduct seminars.
H. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Sierra Pacific Power
Company
Effective Date: Upon execution by the Board's
agent and approval by the Gover-
nor
Amount : $1 to UNR
Purpose : To grant easement for gas lines.
I. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Sierra Pacific Power
Company
Effective Date: Upon execution by the Board's
agent and approval by the Gover-
nor
Amount : $1 to UNR
Purpose : To grant easement for gas lines.
J. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Department
of General Services on behalf of the Nevada De-
partment of Wildlife
Effective Date: Commences July 1, 1991 on a month-
to-month basis
Amount : $1000 per month to UNR
Purpose : Lease office space and storage to
State.
K. UNS Board of Regents/Perry Perkins
Effective Date: January 1, 1991 through December
31, 1992
Amount : $1300 per year to UNR
Purpose : Lease of UNR-owned agricultural
property.
L. UNS Board of Regents/State of Nevada, Nevada
125th Anniversary Commission
Effective Date: January 15 through June 30, 1991
Amount : $45,000 to UNR
Purpose : Grant to support Mackay silver
storage vault.
M. UNS Board of Regents/UNLV and Nevada Agency for
Nuclear Products
Effective Date: Upon execution by the Board's
agent
Amount : $207,000 to UNLV
Purpose : Amend previous contract to in-
crease fees.
N. UNS Board of Regents/UNLV and Nevada Department
of Wildlife
Effective Date: July 1, 1991 to June 30, 1992
Amount : $4500 to UNLV
Purpose : To obtain data on endemic fish
species.
Dr. Derby moved adoption of the Consent Agenda and approval
of the prepared agenda with the authority to change the
order of items as specified throughout the meeting. Dr.
Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
2. Introductions
President Remington introduced newly elected UNR Faculty
Senate Chairman Ed Nickel and newly elected ASB President
Tammy Robinson.
WNCC Dean of Educational Services Lorrie Peterson introduced
newly elected USA President Jayne Podratz.
CCSN Vice President of Academic Affairs Herb Peebles intro-
duced newly elected CCSN Faculty Senate Chairman Candace
Kant.
TMCC Vice President of Academic Affairs John Scalley in-
troduced newly elected TMCC Faculty Senate Chairman Bill
Baines, and Ms. Rose Taylor, President of Phi Theta Kappa.
Outgoing ASTM President Roy Potter introduced newly elected
ASTM President Kay Adair.
President Taranik introduced newly elected DRI Faculty
Senate Chairman Lonnie Pippin.
UNR Acting Vice President of Academic Affairs Bill Cathey
introduced newly elected ASUN President Derek Beenfeldt and
newly elected Faculty Senate Chairman Elizabeth Raymond.
Mr. Klaich expressed his thanks to Dr. Bill Cathey for his
performance as Acting Vice President of Academic Affairs at
UNR.
President Maxson introduced Michael Mc Collum, newly ap-
pointed Dean of the College of Fine and Performing Arts
at UNLV, and his wife Pat Mc Collum. Dr. Mc Collum stated
that he appreciated the confidence and will be creative
to make the College the best it can be for UNLV and UNS.
3. Chancellor's Report
Chancellor Dawson expressed his thanks to the 1990-91 stu-
dent representatives. He stated that they were all great
students to work with and wished them well in their endeav-
ors.
Chancellor Dawson updated the Board of Regents on the re-
apportionment legislation (A. C. R. 37). The bill has
passed the Assembly and the Senate has made some changes
to District 2A. The bill will be heard in the Senate
Committee on Government Affairs later this afternoon. Mr.
Tim Haller, consultant, was required to make some adjust-
ments to the computer system due to new population figures;
however, Chancellor Dawson stated that these adjustments
will not affect the proposed district lines. District 2A
(North Las Vegas) is a high minority district and has re-
quired an adjustment of moving 3500 people into District
2F in order to maximize the minority population. The first
election in 1992 will cause District 2F to hold a six year
term, and District 2G to hold a four year term.
Chancellor Dawson announced that Vice Chancellor Warren Fox
has accepted the position of Executive Director of Califor-
nia Postsecondary Education Commission and will be leaving
UNS at the end of July. He stated that Dr. Fox has been a
friend to UNS and wished him well. Dr. Fox will surely be
missed.
Dr. Fox stated that the decision to leave Nevada has been
the hardest decision he has ever made. He thanked the
Chancellor, members of the Board, Presidents, and staffs
for the working relationship he has encountered over the
years.
Upon questioning by Dr. Eardley, Vice Chancellor Fox ex-
plained the WICHE/Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
program. NNCC requested to enroll in this program, there-
fore all the Community Colleges are now enrolled. The
Universities are hesitant in becoming a part of this
program. UNS is not attracting out-of-state students,
although it is sending Nevada students to other states.
Vice Chancellor Fox stated that information will be
gathered and a report will be made to the Board.
Vice Chancellor Ron Sparks gave a legislative update report-
ing on the closing actions of the Legislative Budget Commit-
tees.
The open meeting recessed at 10:05 A.M. to move into committee
meetings and reconvened at 11:35 A.M. with all Regents present
except Regents Berkley, Gallagher, Foley and Whitley.
4. Approved Emeritus, TMCC
Approved emeritus status for Ernestine Le Febvre as Radio-
logic Technology Instructor Emeritus. Ms. Le Febvre retired
June, 1987.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of emeritus status for Ernestine
Le Febvre at TMCC. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
5. Approved Emeritus, CCSN
Approved emeritus status for Phyllis Nelson as Community
College Professor of English Emeritus. Ms. Nelson has
served CCSN from August, 1971 to her retirement on June
30, 1991.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of emeritus status for Phyllis
Nelson at CCSN. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
6. Approved Recommendation for Promotion, UNR
Approved the following recommendation for promotion:
A. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley recom-
mended the following promotion, effective July 1, 1991:
Robert H. Turner to Professor of Mechanical Engineering,
Engineering
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the recommendation for pro-
motion at UNR. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Foley entered the meeting.
7. Approved Handbook Change, Appraisals of Real Property
Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 10, Section 2,
Payment of Commission to Third Parties, and Section 8.2b,
Approval, Announcement and Acknowledgment of Gifts and
Grants.
These changes would require UNS to obtain its own appraisal
of real property. The Business Officers of UNS recommend
approval.
Section 2. Payment of Commissions to Third Parties
The Board of Regents is the only entity within the Univer-
sity System that can retain the services or approve payment
of third parties where the University of Nevada System is
involved in real estate purchase, trade or lease. No one
else can obligate the Board of Regents in such matters
except by prior authorization by the Board of Regents. An
independent appraisal shall be obtained when an institution
liquidates real property.
Section 8. Approval, Announcement and Acknowledgment of
Gifts and Grants
2. A gift of real property to the University of Nevada
System or one of its member institutions can be ac-
cepted only under the following conditions (see also
Section 3, paragraph 5, Policies Regarding Gifts and
Additions to the Endowment):
a. The purpose of the gift shall not constitute an
exception to an approved University program,
policies and construction projects;
b. The recipient institution of the gift shall be
responsible for obtaining an independent appraised
evaluation of the real property gift when deemed
appropriate;
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the Handbook changes regarding
appraisals of real property. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion
carried.
8. Approved Handbook Change, Leave Records
Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 3, Section
15.3, Leave Records, as follows:
Section 15. Leave Records
3. Annual and sick leave of a day or more must be reported
to the appropriate Personnel Office.
This change is necessary in order for UNS professional
employees to clearly continue as overtime exempt employees
under the decision in the case of Abshire v. County of Kern,
908 F2d (9th Cir. 1990).
Mr. Klaich stated that DRI is having a problem with the
structure of this proposed policy and requested an explan-
ation of the policy and the reason for the change.
Assistant General Counsel Bob Ulrich explained the decision
in the case of Abshire v. County of Kern, 908 F2d (9th Cir.
1990).
During the discussion, the Regents expressed their concern
that this new provision, notwithstanding that it is required
by federal law, would lead to abuse of leave privileges by
employees. Mr. Ulrich explained that individual supervisors
and department heads could still require that the employees
who were gone for half a day or more report their absences
for purposes of monitoring. The provision simply does not
allow such reports to be transmitted to the appropriate
Personnel Office for deduction from an individual employee's
leave balance.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the Handbook changes regarding
leave records. Mrs. Berkley seconded.
DRI Vice President for Finance and Administration Dale
Schulke stated that DRI operates as a consulting firm in
which they charge the client for services rendered on the
project. If a researcher leaves work, then the client
cannot be charged for services. He requested that this
item be tabled in order to allow for changes in the pro-
posed language.
Chancellor Dawson explained that every dollar that is paid
on DRI's projects is charged to the grant or contract, and
leave is charged to a leave account at DRI, which is a
funded account.
Mr. Ulrich emphasized that an appeal of this decision was
denied by the United States Supreme Court. It is law
across the land which is in effect at this time, therefore,
the language in the Board of Regents' Handbook must reflect
this policy immediately.
Mr. Ulrich stated that he would work with DRI in devising
a policy that will work for them and also fall under the
guidelines of the law.
Motion carried.
9. Approved Handbook Change, Sick Leave
Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 3, Section
11.3, Sick Leave, as follows:
Section 11. Sick Leave
3. Where a physician certifies that such a professional
staff member is unable to resume duties after exhaust-
ing all accumulated sick and annual leave, the profes-
sional staff member may, with the approval of the
President and the Board of Regents, be granted extended
salaried sick leave for a period not to exceed an addi-
tional twelve calendar months plus one calendar month
for each full year of employment with the UNS. During
extended salaried sick leave, no annual or sick leave
shall be earned. If at the end of the extension period
a physician certifies that the professional staff member
is still unable to resume duties, the appointment shall
be terminated.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the Handbook change regarding
sick leave. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
10. Approved Resolution, Bank Loan, TMCC
Approved the following Resolution for a Qualified Tax-Exempt
Obligation loan in the amount of $350,000. The funds will
be used for remodeling and to purchase equipment for an
additional 12,500 square feet of space at Old Town Mall.
This loan will be repaid from budgeted funds for off-site
Campus facility rentals. TMCC has budgeted for the expan-
sion of the Old Town Mall teaching site, which includes a
landlord assessment for remodeling costs of approximately
$250,000, plus interest, at a commercial rate. Instead of
the landlord lending for the remodeling project, the funds
may be obtained through a non-taxable short-term loan at a
lower interest rate, thus saving approximately $60,000 over
a five year period.
RESOLUTION #91-7
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY
OF NEVADA THAT:
The Officers of the University are hereby authorized to
solicit proposals for a $350,000 bank loan for the pur-
pose of financing remodeling, improvements and equipment
purchases at the Old Town Mall facility for Truckee
Meadows Community College. The loan is hereby desig-
nated at a "Qualified Tax-Exempt Obligation" under
Section 265(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986,
as amended.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the resolution for a quali-
fied tax-exempt obligation loan in the amount of $350,000
for remodeling and purchasing equipment at TMCC's Old
Town Mall facilities. Dr. Derby seconded.
Dr. Eardley questioned how the banking institution will be
chosen, and Vice President Rita Gubanich explained that UNS
purchasing and bidding procedures will be followed. In
addition, Vice President Gubanich explained that TMCC has
obtained an excellent rate at $.35 per square foot. She
stated that when TMCC leaves the Old Town Mall facilities,
TMCC will leave the facilities as they are, including the
remodeling.
Mr. Foley questioned the length of the lease term and Vice
President Gubanich responded that the current lease term is
for six years with an option to continue. She stated that
all the lease documents are reviewed by General Counsel
prior to approval.
Regarding the repayment schedule, Vice President Gubanich
explained that a request has been made in the Biennial
Budget for rental funds. If the Legislature does not make
this allocation, then TMCC will withdraw the loan. Mrs.
Sparks questioned whether TMCC could wait until the budget
has been approved by the Legislature, and Vice President
Gubanich explained that this is a formal request inasmuch
as the process in obtaining a loan usually takes 3-4 months
to complete.
Mr. Foley requested General Counsel Klasic to review the
lease agreements to be sure the documents are favorable
for TMCC.
Dr. Eardley expressed his appreciation to TMCC for obtain-
ing such a savings for UNS.
Vice President Gubanich informed the Board that TMCC is now
at its maximum capacity for classroom space. She added that
the Business and Industry Liaison, which is located in Old
Town Mall, is an excellent program for the community. The
community and student response to the Old Town Mall facili-
ties has been very positive.
Motion carried.
Chairman Gallagher entered the meeting.
The open meeting recessed at 12:10 P.M. to moved into a closed
personnel session and then into committee meetings.
11. Personnel Session
Upon motion by Dr. Hammargren, seconded by Mrs. Sparks, the
Board moved to a closed personnel session for the purpose
of discussing the character, alleged misconduct, profes-
sional competence or physical or mental health of a person
in accordance with NRS 241.030.
The open meeting reconvened at 2:40 P.M. Wednesday, May 15,
1991 with all Regents present except Regents Derby, Hammargren
and Whitley.
12. Report and Recommendations of the Investment Committee
A report and recommendations of the Investment Committee
meeting, held May 15, 1991, was made by Regent Daniel J.
Klaich, Chairman.
(1) Upon recommendation of the Investment Advisory Staff,
approved the establishment of an account with the
following managers for the purpose of diversifying
the equity investment management of the UNS endowment
funds:
Manager Investment Philosophy
Hellman, Jordan Management Relative Growth
Boston, MA
Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo Co. Quasi-Market Index
Boston, MA Fund Relative Value
Delphi Management High Return on Equity
Boston, MA
Over the most recent market cycle, the current UNS
equity managers have not complimented each other with
a diversity of investment styles. It is anticipated
that by establishing accounts with these three invest-
ment managers it will correct this diversification
problem. The exact amount to be placed initially with
each manager will depend on market conditions at the
time the accounts are established.
The Investment Advisory Staff, with the advice of
Cambridge & Associates, agreed that the overall
strategy for the equity market today is to buy value
and quasi index funds while waiting to observe the
direction of growth stocks.
The members of the Investment Committee commended
Deputy Treasurer Janet Mac Donald and Endowment Di-
rector Edna Brigham for the job done. Chairman Klaich
stated that UNS is looking for growth-oriented managers
and felt that the proposed managers will perform ac-
cordingly.
Mrs. Mac Donald defined the investment terminology used
in the agenda material to the Committee and described
some of the qualifications managers must meet before
being considered to manage UNS funds.
(2) Upon the recommendation of the Investment Advisory
Staff, approved the closing of the Concord Capital
account. The Advisory Staff provided three reasons
to support their recommendation:
1) Concord Capital is at the beginning of an invest-
ment cycle, thereby minimizing the cost of closing
the account because of timing;
2) The portfolio now more resembles a value manager's
portfolio than the growth portfolio which the
Board of Regents sought when Concord Capital was
hired; and
3) Concord Capital's performance results have not
met the minimum requirements established by the
Board of Regents.
With $5 million in additions, the closing of the
account will provide the funds needed to establish
the accounts requested in the previous item for
diversifying equity investments.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Investment Committee. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion
carried.
Dr. Hammargren and Dr. Derby entered the meeting.
The open meeting recessed at 4:00 P.M. and reconvened at 8:10
A.M. Thursday, May 16, 1991 with all Regents present except
Regents Hammargren and Whitley.
13. Regents' Workshop
The Board met in workshop session in the Student Senate
Chambers, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada,
Reno.
Teacher Education - Vice Chancellor Fox introduced Dr. Frank
Meyers, UNR Dean of the College of Education, and Dr. Dale
Andersen, UNLV Dean of the College of Education. Dr. Fox
made opening remarks regarding various publications on
teacher education and indicated that the two Deans had pre-
pared a handout regarding their respective Colleges, which
are filed in the Regents' Office. He stated that teacher
education is being strengthened by teaching standards, Uni-
versity curriculum, University entrance and exit exams,
and clinical teaching programs.
Dr. Meyers stated that he was pleased with the current
national reform of education. The current interest in edu-
cation will continue and the emphasis will continue to be
on teacher preparation. Many Colleges and Departments
within higher education institutes must be involved in
teacher education in order for a broad base approach to be
utilized and brought into the classrooms. Professional
development schools are now being established in Washoe
County (two elementary schools and one middle school).
These schools will provide extensive hands-on training for
student teachers.
Dr. Andersen stated that both UNR and UNLV Colleges of
Education would like to be associated with the Goodland
Group from Seattle and the University of Washington. This
group examines education from the elementary level to the
higher education level. He stated that collaboration is
not only within the institution, but with the county school
districts. UNLV offers field experiences, professional
development, curriculum building, research and development.
Dr. Andersen noted that Nevada is a unique state in the
field of education. Oregon has twice the number of edu-
cation graduates as is the need within the state for
teachers; Nevada is opposite and recruits nationally for
its teachers. UNS will not sacrifice quality for quantity
of teachers.
Upon questioning, Dr. Andersen stated that UNLV education
graduates are tracked and surveyed during the first, second
and fifth year after graduation. The surveys indicate a
high level of satisfaction with their College preparation.
The building principals also are surveyed and the evalua-
tions of former UNLV graduates has been high. The princi-
pals offer feedback and UNLV takes this very seriously.
Several graduates have been selected for the "Teacher of
the Year" award during the past several years.
Dr. Meyers stated that courses are needed to help teachers
understand their clientele; i. e., cultural differences,
mainstreaming the handicapped, disciplinary and emotional
problems. Therefore, education students need a background
in psychology and counseling. UNR emphasizes a well-
balanced curriculum for its education students.
It was indicated that the student/faculty ratio is 30:1,
but many instructors are part-time. The upper division
courses are hurting, and capping enrollment has been
suggested to aid these courses. Dr. Meyers indicated that
enrollment is up 115% since 1985 at UNR's College of Educa-
tion. The feedback from education graduates has shown in-
creased positive comments and that they feel they are
receiving better training than in previous years.
Mrs. Sparks questioned why UNS is enrolling poorly trained
students and Dr. Meyers resonded that the students that
are being educated as teachers are better trained and he
did not think UNS students are worse, but that UNS is ex-
pecting more from them. He noted that parents are a very
important component in educating their children. Dr.
Andersen stated that schools are a reflection of society
and that society is becoming more and more complex; i. e.,
the foreign students in our schools who do not speak
English. Our teachers are expected to teach these students
along with the other children.
Mr. Klaich questioned if the Colleges determine whether an
education student could not perform as a teacher after
graduation, and both Deans responded that they do screen
the students and counsel them into other professions.
Dr. Derby stated that the presentation had been excellent
and that she felt reassured about the education programs.
She questioned whether the Colleges provided exit exams
upon graduation. Dr. Meyers stated that students are
given an exam prior to student teaching along with exit
exams. The student teachers are also provided counseling
during their field experiences if deficiencies are real-
ized. He stated that continuing education is an important
aspect in maintaining teacher education. Dr. Andersen
stated that the National Teacher Exam is given, but it
does not provide a writing sample, which has become a
national concern.
Mrs. Sparks questioned the drug education programs, and
Dr. Meyers stated that school counselors provide this
service to the classroom along with other miscellaneous
programs which teachers do not handle.
The open meeting recessed at 9:30 A.M. to move into Foundation
meetings. The regular meeting reconvened at 10:40 A.M. Thursday,
May 16, 1991 with all Regents present except Regents Whitley and
Hammargren.
14. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee on
Admission Standards
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc Committee on
Admission Standards meeting, held May 15, 1991, were made
by Regent Daniel J. Klaich.
(1) Information Only: Report on Admissions Policies in
the Western States - The Data Subcommittee of the
Regents' ad hoc Committee on Admission Standards has
completed a survey of admission standards of Univer-
sities in the WICHE states. Results of the survey
were presented to the Committee.
Mrs. Kim Harris, Research Analyst, explained the sur-
vey and the various admission categories which the
WICHE states implement. Vice Chancellor Warren Fox
stated that the best admission success rate is the
Washington (Washington Higher Educational Coordinating
Board) admission policy.
Mrs. Harris stated that retention information is un-
available and difficult to access. Mr. Foley stated
that retention information is important and UNS should
look at these profiles in order to address the issue
on retention.
(2) Information Only: Relevant Responses from the 1990
Statewide Survey of Nevada Graduating Seniors - Every
other year the University of Nevada System completes a
study entitled "Postsecondary Plans of Nevada High
School Seniors" that is based on a questionnaire ad-
ministered to all graduating seniors in the high
schools of Nevada. Selected questions about post-
secondary plans of these seniors were presented to
the Committee by Mrs. Karen Steinberg, Director of
Institutional Research, and are filed in the Regents'
Office.
(3) Information Only: Discussion of Future Activities -
The Committee requested that the next meeting be
scheduled when the University data is gathered by
the Data Subcommittee.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the ad hoc Committee on Admission Standards. Dr. Eardley
seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Klaich left the meeting.
15. Report ofn 1990 High School Survey
Mrs. Karen Steinberg, Director of Institutional Research,
presented information from "Postsecondary Plans of Nevada
High School Seniors, 1990" filed in the Regents' Office.
This study, first conducted in 1986 by the Chancellor's
Office, is the third in a series of biennial surveys of
the entire population of Nevada high school seniors. The
survey is designed to provide secondary and postsecondary
educational planners with information about Nevada high
school seniors and their postsecondary plans. Survey
findings, including demographic characteristics of 1990
seniors, their high school experiences, their plans for
the year following graduation, the factors important in
their choice of a postsecondary institution, and their
impressions of UNS Campuses, were discussed. Highlights
of the survey are as follows:
Next Year Plans
More seniors plan to attend school during the year
following high school graduation than in 1986, while
fewer plan to get a job.
More seniors of all income levels, grade point average
and race/ethnicity intend to enroll in school the
year following high school graduation.
Postsecondary Educational Plans
85% of survey respondents intend to pursue postsecondary
education sometime in the future. Of these students,
66% intend to pursue a degree, an increase of 8% over
the 1986 results.
More seniors of all income levels, grade point average
and race/ethnicity intend to pursue a College degree.
College Choice Factors
The most important factor in a student's selection of
an institution is the availability of a particular
program, followed by academic reputation of the insti-
tution.
Institution of Choice
67% of students planning to continue their education
prefer to attend a public institution.
60% of responding seniors prefer to attend a 4-year
institution, while 40% prefer a 2-year institution.
69% of students planning to continue their education
plan to do so in Nevada, a rise of 6% since the 1986
survey results.
3/4 (74%) of students planning to enroll in a 2-year
institution will attend a Nevada College.
2/3 (65%) of students planning to enroll in a 4-year
institution will attend a Nevada College, an increase
of 8% since 1986.
Student Impressions of University of Nevada System
Seniors reported more favorable impressions of UNS than
in 1986. For example, 2/3 of responding students be-
lieved that UNS Campuses had high quality academic
programs, compared with 60% in 1986.
16. Emergency Item to Accept Gift, UNLV
Chancellor Dawson requested approval of an emergency item
to consider acceptance of a gift to UNLV. Due to the
donor's health, the donor has requested that the gift be
accepted prior to the next meeting of the Board of Regents.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of an emergency item to consider
acceptance of a gift to UNLV. Mrs. Berkley seconded.
Motion carried.
17. Accepted Gift, UNLV
Approved the acceptance of a gift in the amount of $500,000
from Ms. Mary Hughes for the benefit of UNLV's student life
program in honor of her late husband John Hughes, a long-
time civic leader.
This generous gift is consistent with those UNLV has re-
ceived already for the three dormitories which have been
named after donors. Following those precedents, authority
was granted to name one of the residence halls the John and
Mary "Mitzie" Hughes Hall.
Mr. Foley moved approval to accept the gift in the amount
of $500,000 from Ms. Mary Hughes and to name one of the
UNLV residence halls for Mr. and Mrs. Hughes. Mrs. Sparks
seconded. Motion carried.
18. Information Only: UNS Research Affairs Council
Chancellor Dawson reported on the newly established UNS
Research Affairs Council and referred to Ref. D, the mis-
sion, which is filed in the Regents' Office.
19. Approved Staff in System Administration Office, UNS
Approved authorization to spend up to $60,000 from the
Board of Regents' contingency reserve fund to hire someone
with Community College expertise for a 1-year period to
address systemwide Community College issues. The person
would address the following: mission statements, academic
and capital improvement master planning, an administrative
salary plan, articulation, and other issues agreed upon by
the Chancellor and the Community College Presidents. This
request is consistent with recommendation number one of the
Regents' ad hoc Committee on Community College Faculty
Relations, chaired by Regent Jill Derby.
Dr. Derby moved approval to spend up to $60,000 from the
Board of Regents' contingency reserve fund to hire someone
with Community College expertise for a 1-year period to
address systemwide Community College issues. Dr. Eardley
seconded. Motion carried.
Mrs. Berkley left the meeting.
20. Approved Constitution, Associated Students, TMCC
Approved the Constitution of the Associated Students of
Truckee Meadows Community College, as contained in Ref. E,
filed in the Regents' Office.
General Counsel Klasic requested the following amendments
be included:
1. Change second sentence in Article X, Section 1, to read:
"A quorum shall consist of a simple majority of the
total Senate voting membership." This would make the
provision consistent with Article V, Section 1.
2. Article X, Section 8, Para. c(b) should be recodified
as Section 8, Para. d.
3. Article X, Section 8, Para. c(7) should be recodified
as Section 8, Para. e, and the name "Executive Commit-
tee" should be changed to "Executive Board" to be con-
sistent with the use of the latter term in the consti-
tution.
4. The following clause should be added to the end of the
sentence in Article XVIII, Section 1, "...and has re-
ceived the approval of the President of Truckee Meadows
Community College and the Board of Regents."
The TMCC Administration and student government agrees with
these amendments.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the Constitution of the
Associated Students of Truckee Meadows Community College
with the above amendments proposed by General Counsel
Klasic. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
Mrs. Berkley returned and Dr. Derby left the meeting.
21. Approved Revisions to ASUN Constitution, UNR
Approved the revisions to the ASUN Constitution, as con-
tained in Ref. G, filed in the Regents' Office.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the revisions to the ASUN
Constitution. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
Dr. Derby returned to the meeting.
22. Approved a Resolution, Lied Foundation/UNLV Agreement
Approved a resolution (#91-9) and an agreement concerning
the Lied Foundation and UNLV, as contained in Ref. F, filed
in the Regents' Office.
The Lied Foundation Trust will be giving $1 million to
UNLV's College of Business and Economics to establish an
institute for real estate studies. The late Ernest F. Lied
was a Las Vegas real estate investor. The donation carries
the requirement that half the funds be used to operate the
Lied Institute for Real Estate Studies through 1995. The
remaining $500,000 is to establish an endowment for the
institute. The Lied Institute for Real Estate Studies will
include a 4-year degree program, continuing education sem-
inars and workshops for practicing professionals, and a
variety of community outreach activities, such as assist-
ing city and county planners as they work with the U. S.
Bureau of Land Management in opening government land to
private and public development.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the resolution and agreement
concerning the Lied Foundation and UNLV. Mrs. Berkley
seconded. Motion carried.
23. Approved Resolution to Sell Bonds, UNR
Approved authorization to arrange for the sale of bonds
in the amount of $10 million for the purpose of financing
student housing at UNR. This was authorized by the 1989
Legislature, under Chapter 118, Statutes of Nevada, 1989.
The resolution (#91-8) is filed in the Regents' Office.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the resolution to authorize
arrangements for the sale of bonds in the amount of $10
million for the purpose of financing student housing at
UNR. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 11:50 A.M. and reconvened at 1:30
P.M. Thursday, May 16, 1991 with all Regents present except
Regents Hammargren, Klaich and Whitley.
24. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman reported on the outstanding faculty achievements
for their respective institutions.
Western Nevada Community College - WNCC Faculty Senate
Chairman Larry Goodnight announced the following WNCC
outstanding faculty:
Dr. Ronald Panik, Science Instructor, pursues independ-
ent research projects. Throughout his tenure at WNCC,
Dr. Panik has researched and published numerous works
on "Vertebrates". Currently, he is revising a manu-
script that will be published by the UNS Press, en-
titled "Amphibians and Reptiles of the Great Basin".
Community College of Southern Nevada - CCSN Faculty Senate
Chairman Candace Kant announced the following CCSN out-
standing faculty:
Frazine Jasper, Nursing Instructor, has contributed to
the Health Sciences program at CCSN, and has played
an important leadership role with the State Board of
Nursing, the accreditation of CCSN's Nursing Department
by the National League of Nursing Accreditation, and
the receipt of a geriatric wellness grant to CCSN by
the U. S. Public Health Service.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - CCSN Faculty Senate
Chairman Candace Kant announced on behalf of UNLV the
following UNLV outstanding faculty:
Maurice Finocchiaro received his Ph. D. from the Uni-
versity of California, Berkeley in 1969. He joined the
UNLV faculty as an Assistant Professor of Philosophy
in 1970, became an Associate Professor in 1974, and
was promoted to full Professor a short three years
later. Maurice has received the Barrick Distinguished
Scholar Award as well as the Morris Award for Excel-
lence in Scholarship. He has five books to his credit
and over 70 articles covering a wide range of topics
in Philosophy. To recognize his outstanding scholar-
ship, his excellent teaching, and his longstanding
service to the University, he has been awarded one of
the most coveted University honors. At this year's
commencement ceremonies he will be promoted to the
rank of Distinguished Professor.
Martha Knack received her Ph. D. from the University
of Michigan in 1975 in Anthropology. She joined the
UNLV faculty in 1977 and became a full Professor in
1987. She has a long list of publications dealing with
relations between Native Americans and non-Indians.
This list includes a book, two monographs, and 10 re-
search articles and book chapters. Most recently she
has been recognized as an outstanding scholar and has
been awarded one of three Barrick Distinguished Scholar
Awards given this year.
Corina Mathieu received her Ph. D. in Spanish and Portu-
guese from Stanford University in 1973. She joined the
Foreign Language Department faculty at UNLV in 1974 and
became a full Professor in 1984. Her accomplishments
include over 25 articles and a book about a 20th century
short story writer from Uruguay. She has recently been
recognized as one of the University's outstanding
scholars and was honored with a Barrick Distinguished
Scholar Award for her many contributions to her disci-
pline and to scholarship at the University.
Stanley Smith received his Ph. D. from Arizona State
University in 1981. He joined the UNLV faculty in the
Department of Biology in 1985 and was promoted to
Associate Professor in 1989. He has over 20 research
articles and 8 externally funded grants to his credit
and he has recently co-authored a book on North Ameri-
can desert plants. These accomplishments have brought
him the esteem of his colleagues and one of the three
Barrick Distinguished Scholar Awards given for out-
standing scholarship.
Gerald Goll received his Ph. D. in 1981 from United
States International University. He joined the Hotel
Administration faculty at UNLV in 1986. Before coming
to UNLV, Dr. Goll had received many teaching awards
at other institutions. His reputation as an outstand-
ing teacher continued at UNLV where he received the
Boyd Distinguished Award for Teaching as well as the
Professor of the Year and the Counselor of the Year
by the W. F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration
Student Association. This year he has been selected
as the University's most outstanding teacher and has
been awarded the Alex and Faye Spanos Distinguished
Teaching Award.
Marilyn Ohlhausen, College of Education, Lilly Fong
Distinguished Professor Award.
Frank Dempster, College of Education, Distinguished
Faculty Award for Research in Education.
Paul Jones, College of Education, Distinguished Faculty
Award for Research in Education.
Moses Karakouzian, Howard R. Hughes College of Engineer-
ing, Distinguished Teaching Award.
Carolyn Sabo, College of Health Sciences, Distinguished
Teaching Award.
Bernard N. Fried, William F. Harrah College of Hotel
Administration, Sam and Mary Boyd Distinguished Teach-
ing Award.
Leslie E. Cummings, William F. Harrah College of Hotel
Administration, Sam and Mary Boyd Distinguished Re-
search Award.
Robert J. Martin, William F. Harrah College of Hotel
Administration, Sam and Mary Boyd Distinguished Service
Award.
Anthony Ferri, College of Liberal Arts, Rita Deanin
Abbey Teacher of the Year Award.
Russell Hurlburt, College of Liberal Arts, William
Morris Award for Excellence in Scholarship.
Bradley Chisholm, College of Liberal Arts, William
Morris Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Stanley C. Grenda, College of Science and Mathematics,
Distinguished Teaching Award.
Truckee Meadows Community College - TMCC Faculty Senate
Chairman Bill Baines announced the following TMCC outstand-
ing faculty:
Virginia Rivers continually improves the Science Program
service to TMCC's students. She is a professional of
many accomplishments. She acts as a mentor for science
part-timers, advising them on teaching problems and
curricula and materials. She retires this year from a
2-year term as Faculty Senator from Arts and Science
and has chaired the Academic Standards Committee and
been active on numerous Senate committees. She estab-
lished a Campus Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the nation-
al honor society for 2-year Colleges, and serves as
Faculty Advisor for that organization. On top of
these accomplishments, Professor Rivers is President
of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society, a nation-
al group of 2- and 4-year College Anatomy and Physi-
ology Instructors. Most significant is the great
pride she takes in her teaching; it is this which caps
the other activities and makes her truly outstanding.
Mr. Klaich returned to the meeting.
University of Nevada, Reno - UNR Faculty Senate Chairman
Elizabeth Raymond announced the following UNR outstanding
faculty:
The UNR Alumni Association has recently honored the
following ten faculty members who were named as faculty
mentors by the top scholars in each College. This
program recognizes excellence and inspiration in teach-
ing by requesting the students who have achieved the
highest grade-point averages in each College to select
the faculty member who has meant the most to them.:
Glen Atkinson, Professor of Economics, College of
Business Administration
Dennis Cheek, Instructor of Nursing, Orvis School
of Nursing
Jerome Edwards, Professor of History, College of
Arts and Science
Joanne Everts, Director of the Child and Family
Research Center, College of Human and Community
Sciences
Donald Hanks, Acting Associate Dean for Resident
Instruction, College of Agriculture
M. J. Hibbard, Professor of Geology, Mackay School
of Mines
Myrick Land, Professor of Journalism, School of
Journalism
M. Bradford Snyder, Associate Professor of Mechan-
ical Engineering, College of Engineering
Gale Starich, Assistant Professor of Physiology
and Internal Medicine, School of Medicine
Judith Whitenack, Associate Professor of Foreign
Languages, College of Education
25. Information Only: Outstanding Student Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Student Govern-
ment Officer reported on the outstanding student achieve-
ments for their respective institutions.
University of Nevada, Reno - ASUN President Derek Beenfeldt
announced the following UNR outstanding students:
Jason Geddes has been a very dedicated individual in
student affairs. He has been ASUN Speaker of the
Senate, Vice President, and President. As a voice
for the students, Jason has truly made an impact in
the effectiveness of ASUN's dealings with University
Administration in the past few years.
Kelly Bland recently graduated from the University
with a degree in Finance. Even with an outstanding
academic record, he was able to be an outstanding
student leader. He was President of Sigma Nu Frater-
nity, ASUN Business Senator and ASUN Executive Vice
President.
Northern Nevada Community College - ASB President Toni
Mendive announced the following NNCC outstanding student:
Katie Killip passed her GED at NNCC in 1988, at the age
of 47, without benefit of any instruction and began to
further her education. She is still working on her
Associate of Arts degree, which she hopes to complete
after the Spring, 1992 semester, and on May 3 of this
year she was honored with the Academic Superiority
Award at NNCC. She works full time as the Director
of the Ruby Mountain Resource Center, a training center
for mentally retarded residents of Elko County. She
recently wrote a proposal to Barrick Goldstrike Mine
which resulted in a $20,000 per month janitorial con-
tract for the Center. This contract puts 13 mentally
retarded people in the public workplace. A pre-school
for mentally retarded children will also be opened at
the Center in June thanks to Katie's becoming certi-
fied as Director through her education at NNCC. Katie
and her husband also oversee a group home where several
mentally retarded residents live, mostly on their own.
Western Nevada Community College - USA President Margaret
Moore announced the following WNCC outstanding student:
Jayne Podratz is currently taking 16 credit hours
while maintaining a 3.8 grade point average. Her
economics teacher describes her as an "active partici-
pant in class, a good student and a pleasure to have".
He was also impressed to hear that Jayne is an active
member of the student government, as she has spoken
to her class about various College activities. As a
Student Body Senator of 1990-91, Jayne has taken an
active part in such activities as Alcohol Awareness
Week and giving a speech before the Legislative Sub-
committee on Higher Education. She has just been
elected the new Student Body President and plans to
have more activities next year which would require
more student involvement. Through her dedication and
concern for others, she has proven she is a true leader.
Truckee Meadows Community College - ASTM President Roy
Potter announced the following TMCC outstanding student:
Dena Baldridge has been a student at TMCC for two years
and is pursuing a degree in Counseling for the Handi-
capped with a minor in Special Education. Her perse-
verance in spite of her disabilities, as well as her
medical problems is commendable. She has Cerebral
Palsy which confines her to a wheelchair most of the
time. Yet she never allows her disability to get her
down, nor has she used it as an excuse to keep from
doing anything. She has been a great asset to the
Student Government Office this last year. Though only
a student-at-large she has far exceeded our expecta-
tions of this position. She does not wait to be told
what to do, she sees a need and fills it. She is also
well liked by both students and staff for her friendli-
ness and warm smile which she readily shares with all
who come in contact with her.
26. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee
A report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Commit-
tee meeting, held May 15, 1991, was made by Regent Joseph
Foley.
(1) Approved the BA in Environmental Studies at UNLV. Ref.
AA-1 is filed in the Regents' Office.
This inter-disciplinary program will provide graduates
with entry level skills in a variety of fields in in-
dustry, government and business. It will involve col-
laborative efforts of a number of Departments and will
be administered through the Office of the Provost.
In addition to offering the BA degree, the Environ-
mental Studies Program will develop a nondegree pro-
gram leading to certification in environmental resto-
ration/waste management by the State of Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection. Community College of
Southern Nevada graduates will have an opportunity to
transfer into the program upon completion of an As-
sociate in Environmental Restoration/Waste Management,
which is under consideration by CCSN.
A proposal for partial funding of the program is being
made to the DOE. It is anticipated that UNLV will
assume total funding responsibility by 1994, with con-
tinued grant funds available for program enhancement.
Estimated expenses, including 6.5 FTE faculty, are
$390,000. It is anticipated that 300 majors will be
enrolled in the program by the 4th year.
Mr. Klaich stated that UNS has been criticized for
participating in research projects with the Federal
Government regarding nuclear waste, and he questioned
whether this program will be regarded in the same
critical manner. Dr. John Unrue, UNLV Senior Vice
President and Provost, responded that the Director of
this program, Dr. James Deacon, has worked to obtain
funding for this program from various sources includ-
ing the Department of Energy. The DOE funds projects
other than nuclear waste projects. Dr. Unrue assured
the Committee that this program will be closely ob-
served.
(2) Approved a separate condensed format for revisions in
existing academic programs or administrative units
which are submitted to the Board of Regents for
consideration. Ref. AA-2 is filed in the Regents'
Office.
The format which is currently in the Board of Regents'
Handbook (Title 4, Ch. 14, Sec. 4, No. 5) will con-
tinue to be used for all new program proposals.
Mr. Klaich requested that an executive summary be
included with each proposal.
Chairman Foley suggested that this new format not be
too streamlined and Dr. Fox stated that he was cog-
nizant of that fact and will use this new format a
few times and then make changes as necessary.
(3) Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 16,
Section 8, Grades and Examination, CCSN, as contained
in Ref. AA-3 which is filed in the Regents' Office.
The faculty have recommended the addition of plus and
minus grades to better meet the needs of the students,
and to correspond with similar grading standards at
UNLV.
Mr. Foley moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Academic Affairs Committee. Mr. Klaich seconded.
Motion carried.
27. Report and Recommendations of the Audit Committee
A report and recommendations of the Audit Committee meeting,
held May 15, 1991, was made by Regent James Eardley.
(1) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
audit of the UNR University Rental Property, July 1,
1989 through September 30, 1990. The audit report is
filed in the Regents' Office.
(2) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
audit of the UNR Stead Apartments, July 1, 1989
through June 30, 1990. The audit report is filed in
the Regents' Office.
Mr. Tom Judy, Assistant Vice President and Controller,
informed the Committee that a new Director has been
hired for the UNR Stead Apartments.
(3) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
audit of the Business Center South Surplus Inventory
Equipment, July 1, 1989 through December 31, 1990.
The audit report is on file in the Regents' Office.
(4) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
audit of the CCSN Community Education, Fall 1990. The
audit report is on file in the Regents' Office.
Acting Chairman Eardley questioned the process in
collecting fees for CCSN Community Education, and
Mrs. Cardinal responded that the CCSN Business
Services Office collects the fees. Mr. Tom Judy, UNR
Assistant Vice President and Controller, stated that
UNR Continuing Education collects its own fees and
then transfers the fees to the UNR Controller's Of-
fice. UNR Continuing Education has the staff to allow
for its own collection process. Acting Chairman
Eardley requested that the same process be followed
throughout the System, in order for the headcount
and FTE numbers, which are reported to the Chancellor's
Office, to be consistent.
The following items were reported from the Information
Agenda of this Committee:
(5) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
follow-up report of the UNS Institutions Investment
Income Allocations. The audit report is on file in
the Regents' Office.
(6) Internal Audit Director Sandi Cardinal presented the
follow-up report of the UNLV Undergraduate Admissions
Fall, 1989. The audit report is on file in the Re-
gents' Office.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Audit Committee. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion
carried.
28. Report and Recommendations of the Budget and Finance
Committee
A report and recommendations of the Budget and Finance
Committee meeting, held May 15, 1991, was made by Regent
James Eardley.
(1) Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 17,
section 8.4, Refund Policy at CCSN, as follows:
4. The following policy is effective for CCSN
beginning with Fall 1991 semester:
a. The refund policy for all students for with-
drawal or net credit reduction shall be:
(1) One hundred percent (100%) if withdrawal
completed prior to the first day of the
semester.
(2) Seventy-five percent (75%) if withdrawal
is completed by the end of the seventh
day of the semester.
(3) No refund shall be given after the period
outlined above.
(4) No refund shall be given for the appli-
cation or admission fee.
(5) Courses that are scheduled to begin after
the beginning of the semester must be
dropped prior to the first class session
for a 100% refund. Once the class has
started, no refund of any amount will be
given.
Mr. Klaich questioned whether the students were in
agreement with the refund policy, and Vice President
Herb Peebles responded in the affirmative.
(2) Approved Handbook changes, Title 4, Chapter, 10,
Section 13, Distribution of Fee and Tuition, School
of Medicine, and Chapter 17, Sections 4 and 10,
Tuition and Student Fees, respectfully, effective
July 1, 1991 as follows:
Title 4, Chapter 10
Section 13. Distribution of Fee and Tuition, School
of Medicine
The distribution of the $2783 registration fee for
students in the School of Medicine shall be the same
as for an undergraduate taking 16 credits; i. e.,
$112 to Capital Improvement Fee Fund, $16 to Student
Union Capital Improvement and $96 to the Activities
and Programs Fund. The balance of $2559 will go to
the School of Medicine budget.
Title 4, Chapter 17
Section 4. Tuition
3. UN medical students receiving WICHE support shall
be assessed $22,800 annually; all other nonresi-
dent medical students shall be assessed $13,189
annually, combined out-of-state tuition and
registration fee.
4. Out-of-state tuition for students who establish
residency during their first year will be "aver-
aged" over their 4-year program of study. Stu-
dents who are non-residents their first year and
residents for the next three years would pay
$7472 per year.
Section 10. Student Fees
UN Medical Students (in-state)
per semester $2,783.00
UN Medical Students (out-of-state)
per semester 6,594.50
UNS Medical Students averaged
per semester 3,736.00
This increase has been incorporated into the 1991-93
Biennial Budget Request. The in-state tuition rates
would be at the median and slightly below the average
for public medical schools in 1990-91. Ref. BF-2 is
filed in the Regents' Office.
(3) Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 17,
Section 13, Residence Hall and Food Service Rates,
UNLV, as contained in Ref. BF-3, filed in the Regents'
Office.
(4) Approved a Handbook change, Title 4, Chapter 17,
Section 11, Special Course Fees, as contained in
Ref. BF-4, filed in the Regents' Office.
Mr. Eardley moved approval of the report and recommenda-
tions of the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Klaich
seconded. Motion carried.
29. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee on
Status of Women
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc Committee on
Status of Women meeting, held May 15, 1991, was made by
Regent Jill Derby.
(1) The Committee adopted the following calendar for the
completion of its tasks:
May-June, 1991
Campus Advisory Committees progress in working on the
Self-Study Guide.
The Committee, through the Chancellor, requests the
Presidents to provide the Committee by June with
a report based on already available EE06 data.
The Committee will request the Presidents to provide
the Committee with a follow-up report in October
based on the 1991 data that Campuses will have
collected for the 1991 EE06 report required by
law.
September 30, 1991
Campus Self-Study Guides are due to Jill Winter,
Center of Applied Research.
October, 1991
Reports of the Campus Advisory Committees on the
Status of Women presented to the Board.
Regents' Committee directs the Campus Committees to
devise a set of goals based on the reports they
have presented.
January, 1992
Campus Committees present goals to the Board of
Regents.
The Committee directs the Campus Committees to submit
a progress report regarding their goals in six
months and one year.
January/February 1992
The ad hoc Committee on the Status of Women presents
its report and recommendations to the Board of
Regents.
(2) The procedures used for collecting and reporting data
for the UNS Affirmative Action report was discussed.
Mrs. Karen Steinberg presented two examples of forms
which the Committee reviewed and are filed in the
Regents' Office. The Committee directed Mrs. Stein-
berg to revise the form so that Campuses can submit
data to the ad hoc Committee on the Status of Women.
Mrs. Steinberg suggested that in submitting these
forms to the Campuses, the ad hoc Committee allow
approximately one year for the Campuses to collect
the required data.
Dr. Derby requested that the Campuses submit current
data information to the ad hoc Committee after which
they will discuss the information in more detail
after current data is submitted to the Committee.
(3) Jill Winter, consultant from the UNR Center for Applied
Research, presented a status report on meetings held
with the UNS Campus Advisory Committees and explained
the Institutional Self-Study Guide on Sex Equity which
was distributed to the Campuses and are filed in the
Regents' Office.
Co-Chairman Sparks informed the Committee that the
UNLV's Women Studies Program was recently filmed and
will be aired on PBS and other local stations. Vice
President John Irsfeld's daughter organized the film-
ing activity.
Dr. Isabelle Emerson, UNLV Faculty Senate Chairman,
thanked Dr. Jill Derby and Mrs. Jill Winter for
addressing the Campus Advisory Committees on a per-
sonal level. Dr. Derby stated that the visits seemed
to have connected the entire process and the Advisory
Committees are more comfortable with the project.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the report and recommenda-
tions of the ad hoc Committee on Status of Women. Dr.
Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
30. New Business
Mr. Klaich requested that a meeting of the ad hoc Committee
on Admission Standards be scheduled when requested informa-
tion is received.
Mr. Klaich requested the issue of Distinguished Professor
be referred to the Academic Affairs Committee for consider-
ation.
Dr. Eardley suggested that future meetings of the Board of
Regents be scheduled on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
The meeting adjourned at 2:00 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
05-15-1991