May 28-29, 1971
05-28-1971
Pages 119-142
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
May 28-29, 1971
The Board of Regents met on the above dates in the Student
Lounge, Elko Community College.
Members present
May 28: Fred M. Anderson M. D.
Mr. James H. Bilbray
Mr. Procter Hug, Jr.
Mr. Harold Jacobsen
Mrs. Molly Knudtsen
Mr. Paul Mc Dermott
Mr. William Morris
Mr. Mel Steninger
Miss Helen Thompson
Members absent: Mr. Archie C. Grant
Louis Lombardi, M. D.
Others present: Chancellor Neil D. Humphrey
President Charles R. Donnelly
President N. Edd Miller
President John M. Ward
President R. J. Zorn
Vice President James T. Anderson
Vice President Donald H. Baepler
Mr. Gene Barbagelata, Deputy Attorney General
Mr. Edward L. Pine
Mr. Herman Westfall
Mr. Edward Olsen
Mr. Mark Dawson
Mr. K. Donald Jessup
Mr. David C. Wilkins
Mr. Marvin Baker
Dr. Edmund Barmettler
Dr. Don Fowler
Mr. Russ Lundgren
Dr. John Vergiels
Mr. Dan Klaich
Mr. Dick Myers
Mr. Shane Stahl
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Jacobsen at 9:10 A.M.
1. Approval of Minutes
Upon motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, and
unanimous vote, the minutes of the meeting of April 23-24,
1971 were approved as distributed.
2. Approval of Preliminary Plans for Elko Instructional
Building
President Donnelly introduced Mr. Hewitt Wells, Project
Architect, who presented the preliminary plans for the ECC
Instructional building. A memorandum from Mr. David C.
Wilkins had been distributed earlier comparing the original
project scope with that contained in the preliminary plans,
as follows:
Preliminary
Area Original Scope Plan Scope
Learning Resource Center 2,800 sq. ft. 3,440 sq. ft.
1 Administrative Office 200 sq. ft.
2 Secretarial Offices 160 sq. ft 855 total
4 Classrooms 2,880 sq. ft. 2,880 sq. ft.
Student Center & Bookstore 1,440 sq. ft. 1,540 sq. ft
Laboratories (1 Faculty Office
included in each lab)
1 Agriculture, Welding &
Automotive 2,160 sq. ft. 2,128 sq. ft.
1 Drafting, Engineering &
Construction Technology 1,440 sq. ft. 1,451 sq. ft.
1 Electronics/Electrical
Technology 1,440 sq. ft. 1,444 sq. ft.
1 Physics & Life Science 1,440 sq. ft. 1,516 sq. ft.
1 Business Occupations 1,440 sq. ft. 1,144 sq. ft.
Total 15,480 sq. ft. 16,398 sq. ft.
In addition, information concerning method of financing,
project budget and time schedule was included with the
agenda, as follows:
1. Method of Financing
State General Fund $375,000.00
ECC Revenue Bonds 90,000.00
Federal Funds (Title I, Higher
Education Facilities Act) 68,000.00
Total $533,000.00
2. Project Budget
Surveys $ 2,000.00
Soil Analysis 3,000.00
Architect/Engineer Fees 36,400.00
Structural Plan Checking 900.00
Plan Checking (Mechanical & Electric) 1,100.00
Construction 412,600.00
Contingency Reserve 12,400.00
Inspection 12,000.00
Material Testing 1,000.00
Furnishings 49,500.00
Advertising 200.00
Sewer Connection Fee 800.00
Building Permit 200.00
Bond/Legal Fees 900.00
Total $533,000.00
3. Time Schedule
Design Phase May, 1971 - October, 1971
Checking October, 1971 - November, 1971
Bidding November, 1971 - December, 1971
Construction December, 1971 - July, 1972
Reservations concerning several areas were noted by the Re-
gents, specifically, the proposed location of the Library,
proposed height of partitions, lack of windows and place-
ment of parking lot in front of building.
Dr. Donnelly stated that the preliminary plans have been re-
viewed by the ECC Advisory Board and a number of reserva-
tions had also been expressed by that group; however, Dr.
Donnelly pointed out that $68,000 of the funding for this
project is anticipated to come from Title I of HEFA, and
application for these funds must be submitted by June 1.
The preliminary plans must be submitted with the applica-
tion.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the preliminary
plans for purposes of submitting the application for HEFA
and that further consideration of the plans be scheduled
as soon as feasible with the anticipation that HEFA would
permit a revision to the preliminary plans submitted to
that agency.
Dr. Anderson moved approval of the Chancellor's recommenda-
tion. Motion seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott.
Mr. Hug moved to table further consideration until Mr. Mike
Marfisi, Chairman of the ECC Advisory Board, could be pres-
ent to discuss the reservations of that Board. Motion
seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried without dissent.
3. ECC Revenue Bonds
Chancellor Humphrey reported that as a result of negotia-
tions with First National Bank, they have agreed to purchase
the $90,000 in revenue bonds for the ECC Instructional
building at 5 3/4% interest with a 20-year maturity. He
requested approval and authorization to have the appropri-
ate resolution drawn.
Motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
4. 1971-73 Capital Improvement Program
Chancellor Humphrey requested discussion of the 1971-73
Capital Improvement Program, noting that information con-
cerning the detail of scope, financing, budgets and con-
struction schedules for the following projects was con-
tained in Ref. E, included with the agenda (Ref. E filed
with permanent minutes).
A. UNLV Land Acquisition - Total Cost $150,000
President Zorn noted that this appropriation is to be
used for the purchase of property from the UNLV Land
Foundation. A parcel presently being held by the
Foundation which the University proposes to acquire is
located in the area near the Teacher Education build-
ing and the Drama Theatre now under construction and
will be used for parking. Acquisition price is be-
tween $120,000 and $130,000. A recommendation for the
exact parcel of land will be made to the Board follow-
ing a meeting with the UNLV Land Foundation. No pri-
ority has been assigned to the expenditure of the bal-
ance of funds.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott,
carried without dissent that President Zorn be author-
ized to proceed with negotiations with the UNLV Land
Foundation for the purchase of the parcel of land
referred to above.
B. UNLV Site Improvement, Landscaping and Utility Extension
- Total Cost $770,000
Chancellor Humphrey introduced Mr. Ralph Eismann and Mr.
Joseph Littlefield, staff members of the State Planning
Board. Mr. Littlefield recommended that the project
budget be amended to increase the Special Consultant's
fee to $10,000 and to reduce the construction contract
to $655,000. Mr. Littlefield also recommended that the
time schedule for this project should be amended to
reflect completion of the construction in July, 1972,
rather than March. He also responded to the questions
raised by the Chancellor concerning the cost estimated
for the aerial survey and for the job inspection.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Dr. Anderson,
carried with Mr. Morris abstaining, that the method
of financing, project budget as amended, project
scope and time schedule as amended be approved.
Discussion resumed in Item #2, Preliminary Plans for Elko
Instructional Building
Mr. Mike Marfisi, Chairman of the Elko Community College
Advisory Board, entered the meeting. He discussed some of
the reservations of the ECC Advisory Board and read the
following letter of recommendation concerning the pre-
liminary plans:
The preliminary plans for the new construction were
first made available to the Advisory Board yesterday
at 4:00 P.M. Although the plans are of a preliminary
nature, the Advisory Board has several reservations
regarding the proposed space utilization. To be as
specific as possible at this time, we firmly believe
that more space should be allocated to the automotive
and agricultural shop areas and less space to the
classroom and learning resources center. Our reason-
ing for these conclusions is that there is an under-
standing with the Legislature that this new facility
will have strong, if not total, emphasis in the voca-
tional-technical skills, particularly in the trade
areas, such as automotive mechanics, agriculture,
electronics, etc. We feel that until such time as the
Legislature may provide further funding for a complete
Campus, that the existing facilities will for the time
being have to take care of our needs in the academic
and some vocational programs which do not require as
much space and equipment.
Our Board was informed yesterday that unless prelim-
inary plans for the building are approved immediately,
we may lose some $68,000 of Federal Funds for which
we have already qualified. We of course do not wish
to lose these funds, but more so do not wish to ap-
prove plans which we feel do not accomplish our pur-
poses. Having made our feelings very clear to Dr.
Donnelly, the architect Mr. Wells, and members of the
State Planning Board, we understand that these plans
are only of a preliminary nature and can be changed
and modified to accommodate our suggestions and at the
same time are sufficient to preserve our hold on the
Federal Funds. With this understanding the Advisory
Board respectfully submits the following recommendation:
That the Board of Regents approve the concepts of
the preliminary plans for construction of the voca-
tional-technical facilities for Elko Community
College at the Elko Campus site.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the preliminary plans
as presented be approved for purposes of the Federal ap-
plication, that additional time be taken to revise the
plans taking into consideration the reservations expressed
by the Advisory Board and by the Board of Regents, that a
second set of preliminary plans then be presented and if
approved, submitted to HEFA with a request for amendment of
the application. If HEFA does not accept the request for
amendment, a decision can then be made concerning the
Federal Funds.
Mr. Marfisi expressed agreement with the recommendation.
President Donnelly concurred.
Dr. Anderson's earlier motion was taken from the table and
carried without dissent.
Discussion resumed on Item #4, Capital Improvement Program for
1971-73
C. UNR Site Improvement, Landscaping and Utility Exten-
sion - Total Cost $230,000
President Miller recommended approval of the method of
financing, project budget, project scope and time
schedule as presented in Ref. E. Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
D. UNLV Construction and Improvement of Athletic Fields -
Total Cost $836,600 - and -
E. UNLV Gymnasium Building - Total Cost $4,787,000
President Zorn recommended approval of the method of
financing, project budget, project scope and time
schedules as presented in Ref. E. Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Miss Thompson,
carried without dissent that the above recommendation
be approved.
F. UNR Physical Education Complex, Phase I - Total Cost
$4,250,000
President Miller recommended approval of the method of
financing, project budget, project scope and time
schedules as presented in Ref. E. Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Mr. Morris moved that this matter be deferred and that
discussion be held on the proposal to remove Physical
Education as a University requirement. Motion seconded
by Mr. Bilbray, carried without dissent.
5. Physical Education Requirements
President Miller recommended that the University Physical
Education requirement be removed effective Fall, 1971. Dr.
Miller noted that this proposal was approved by the UNR
teaching faculty by a vote of 235 to 56. (UNR Class A
Action Bulletin 70-71 #19, identified as Ref. U and filed
with permanent minutes.) Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval.
Mr. Barmettler and Mr. Klaich spoke in support of the
proposal.
In response to an inquiry concerning the policy at UNLV, Dr.
Zorn stated that presently Physical Education is a require-
ment. He noted that the Faculty Senate had reviewed a
similar proposal to this but it had failed to pass. A
suggestion to move Physical Education to a pass-fail grad-
ing system is now under study.
President Miller reviewed the sequence of this proposal at
UNR, pointing out that it had been initiated within the
Physical Education Department and was strongly recommended
by the PE Department faculty.
There was some concern expressed that perhaps the Univer-
sity might suffer from an adverse reaction if the Physical
Education requirement is removed so closely following au-
thorization by the State Legislature for a new Physical
Education facility.
Mr. Klaich stated that he did not believe that anyone
should be forced to take Physical Education in the present
facilities; however, he added that he believed the new
facilities would prove to be a strong attraction and would
be fully utilized by a voluntary enrollment.
Mr. Steninger moved approval of the recommendation. Motion
seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen.
Mr. Morris moved to amend the motion to provide that removal
of the requirment would be temporary until the new facility
is complete. Motion to amend seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott,
carried with five affirmative votes.
Further discussion revealed a misunderstanding as to whether
the above action would provide that the requirement would
automatically revert upon the completion of the facility or
whether it would be subject to reconsideration by the Re-
gents.
Mr. Steninger moved to amend to provide that removal of the
requirement be temporary until further consideration is
given by the Board of Regents at the time of completion of
the new Physical Education facility. Motion to amend sec-
onded by Mr. Bilbray, carried with two opposing votes.
The Board adjourned for lunch and reconvened at 1:15 P.M.
Discussion resumed on Item #5, Physical Education Requirements
With the concurrence of the Board, all previous action
concerning this recommendation was withdrawn and the follow-
ing motion offered as a substitute:
Mr. Steninger moved that Physical Education be removed as
a University requirement at UNR, effective Fall semester,
1971, and remain voluntary until the UNR Physical Education
facilities are complete, at which time the status of the
requirement will be reconsidered by the Board. Motion
seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried with Mr. Mc Dermott and
Mr. Morris opposing.
Discussion resumed on Item #4, Capital Improvement Program for
1971-73
F. UNR Physical Education Complex, Phase I (continued)
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Steninger, car-
ried without dissent that the method of financing,
project budget, project scope and time schedule be
approved as presented in Ref. E.
G. ECC Instructional Building - Total Cost $533,000
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Steninger, car-
ried without dissent that the method of financing,
project budget, project scope and time schedule be
approved as stipulated in Item #2 above.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried with
Dr. Anderson and Mrs. Knudtsen opposing, that a letter be
sent from the Board of Regents to the State Planning Board
expressing the Regents' concern over the delays in comple-
tion of the University's Capital Improvement Projects and
requesting the Planning Board's assistance in expediting
the time schedules.
Upon motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, 16
supplemental items were admitted to the agenda.
6. CSUN Constitution
As noted in the supplemental agenda, Regents Bilbray, Morris
and Mc Dermott had requested consideration of the proposed
CSUN Constitution. A copy was included with the agenda
(identified as Ref. MM, filed with the permanent minutes).
President Zorn reported that he had reviewed the document
and recommended adoption with the changes as suggested by
Mr. Barbagelata, as follows:
Page 7, Section 10.3: Rather than specifying author-
ity of the Board of Regents over CSUN fees, authorized
expenditures by students should be specified.
Page 13, Article XIII, Section 2, should provide that
amendments by initiative method require the approval
of the Board of Regents.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried
without dissent that Article VII, Section 10.A.3 be amended
to read: "The Student Union Board shall be required to sub-
mit their yearly budget to the CSUN Senate. Any funds
budgeted for expenditures, excepting funds appropriated by
the Board of Regents, must have CSUN Senate approval as
hereinafter provided."
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried
without dissent that Article XIII, Section 4 be amended
to read: "Legislation enacted by means of initiative
petition may only be amended or revoked by a vote of the
CSUN members as provided in Article XII, Section 2, and
approved by the Board of Regents."
Mr. Barbagelata recommended that the following policy state-
ment be adopted by the Board of Regents and be applicable
to all existing and future student government organizations:
The Student Body Organization in exercising authority
granted by its constitution shall conform to rules,
regulations and policies as established by the Board of
Regents and to all applicable Statutes of the State of
Nevada.
Motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, carried
without dissent that the above policy statement be adopted.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the CSUN Constitution be approved as
amended.
7. ASUN Constitution
As noted in the agenda the Board of Regents reviewed the
proposed ASUN Constitution in February, 1971 and, follow-
ing recommendations by Deputy Attorney General Barbagelata
and Chancellor Humphrey, "gave interim approval subject to
review and modification by the Board of Regents on or before
the April meeting," and instructed that "the document be
referred to the Administration, the Attorney General and
ASUN for further study ..." In April, ASUN President Dan
Klaich stated that ASUN did not recommend any modifications.
The Board extended interim approval until the May 28-29
meeting.
The ASUN Constitution as submitted by ASUN and endorsed by
President Miller is identified as Ref. N and filed with
permament minutes.
Mr. Barbagelata recommended that the ASUN Constitution be
amended as follows:
Subsection 110.2 To provide an official and representa-
tive student organization with powers
to receive complaints, investigate
student problems, and participate in
decisions involving students;
Subsection 500.1 Delete
Subsection 500.2 The Student Judicial Council with powers
as provided in the University Student
Disciplinary Code.
Section 510.0 Delete entire section
Section 520.0 The Student Judicial Council will hear
and try all cases referred to its juris-
diction by the Division President.
Subsection 520.2B To make recommendations of acquittal,
warning, probation, suspension or
expulsion.
Subsection 520.2C Delete
Subsection 530.0 Delete
Mr. Barbagelata also recommended that provision be made
that any amendment to the ASUN Constitution require Board
of Regents approval.
Mr. Klaich concurred in the recommended changes as did
President Miller, who recommended approval by the Board.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Hug, carried without
dissent that the proposed constitution be approved with the
amendments as recommended.
8. ECC Student Constitution
President Donnelly recommended approval of the proposed
constitution of the Associated Students of Elko Community
College. Chancellor Humphrey concurred. (Constitution
identified as Ref. C and filed with permanent minutes.)
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the proposed Constitution be approved
as submitted.
9. Report of Gifts
Upon motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Bilbray,
gifts and grants as reflected in Ref. A were accepted.
(Ref. A filed with permament minutes.)
10. Report of Personnel Actions
Upon motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, the
following personnel appointments were approved as recommend-
ed by the appropriate officers:
Dwight J. Lindeman, Community Service Coordinator, General
University Extension, UNR, effective May 1, 1971 at a
salary of $987.50 per month
K. Dean Black, Director of Student Union, UNLV, effective
August 1, 1971, at a salary of $13,500
11. Interim Rules and Disciplinary Procedures for Members of
the University Community
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in June, 1970 Interim
Rules and Procedures were adopted by the Board of Regents
and referred to the Administration, faculty, students and
other interested groups for suggestions for revisions.
Subsequently, revisions to the Preamble, Introduction,
Rules and Sanctions were approved in January, 1971 and
revisions to the Procedures were approved in April, 1971
by the Committee of the Whole.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the completed
document as revised by the Committee of the Whole (filed
with permament minutes).
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
12. Amendment to By-Laws
Final adoption of the proposed amendment to Article VI of
the By-Laws as presented in April, was recommended by the
Chancellor (amendment identified as Ref. D and filed with
the permanent minutes).
Motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the amendment be adopted as proposed.
13. Amendment of Board Policy Concerning Jury Duty
President Miller endorsed a request by UNR Faculty Senate
that the Board's policy be amended to allow professional
staff to retain jury fees when received. Chancellor
Humphrey concurred and recommended that Title 4, Chapter 4,
Section 14, Paragraph 2 of the Board of Regents Handbook
be amended as follows:
Any remuneration received in connection with jury duty
or as expert witness may be retained by the faculty
member.
Motion by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
14. Board Meeting Arrangements
Chancellor Humphrey reported that the Center for Religion
and Life has extended an invitation to the Board of Re-
gents to use their facilities for Board meetings held in
Reno. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey recom-
mended the invitation be accepted.
Chancellor Humphrey further recommended that, effective
immediately, a payment of $100 per two-day meeting be made
to the unit hosting the Board meeting to defray the out-of-
pocket costs.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried with-
out dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
15. Student Evaluation of Instruction
Chancellor Humphrey noted that in April the Board provided
$4000 each to UNLV and UNR and $200 to ECC to fund a stu-
dent evaluation of instruction to be conducted during the
current Spring semester. ECC is proceeding with the proj-
ect; however, President Zorn and President Miller have
requested that projects be rescheduled on their Campuses
for Fall semester, 1971.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended the projects be rescheduled
as requested and the authorized funding be retained until
Fall semester, 1971.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Hug, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
Mr. Jacobsen left the meeting and Mr. Mc Dermott assumed the
Chair.
16. Report of Investment Advisory Committee
Chancellor Humphrey recommended confirmation of the Invest-
ment Advisory Committee action as reported in the minutes of
that Committee's meeting of April 23, 1971 (minutes identi-
fied as Ref. G and filed with permanent minutes).
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
17. Administrative Procedures Related to Initial Employment of
Faculty and Administrative Review of Faculty Member before
Being Granted Tenure
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried with
Mr. Hug opposing, that this matter be postponed until the
next meeting.
18. University of Nevada Press
Chancellor Humphrey reported that the Journals of Alfred
Doten, on which Walter Van Tilburg Clark has worked since
1962, are now ready for publication. This work, he noted,
is described by Robert Laxalt, Director of the University
Press, as the most important and most expensive project
yet undertaken by the Press. Publication of this work in
1971-72 presents a major strain on the finances of the
Press (see Ref. K, filed with permanent minutes).
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that $15,000 be made avail-
able from the Board of Regents Special Projects Fund to the
University Press as subsidy for the publication of 1971-72
titles and that, if recovered from book sales, this amount
remain in a special revolving fund to assist in publication
of future titles.
Motion by Mr. Knudtsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent, that the above recommendation be approved.
19. Allocations from the Board of Regents Special Projects Fund
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the following accounts
be established by transfer from the Board of Regents Special
Projects Fund (non-appropriated).
(A) $5000 to each of the four Divisions to be used for
interview expenses of the new faculty;
(B) $3000 each to UNR, CCD & DRI, $4000 to UNLV and $600
to the Chancellor's Office to be used for moving allow-
ances for new faculty.
Chancellor Humphrey further recommended that after recruit-
ing for 1971-72 is completed, a report be made concerning
use of the funds. Expenditure will be by authority of the
President and unused balance will remain in the account,
reducing the need for new monies for these purposes in
1972-73.
Chancellor Humphrey also recalled that in April, 1969, the
Board directed that "it be the policy of the Board that all
moving or relocation expense payments made by DRI require
Board of Regents approval until adoption of a policy to the
contrary." He recommended that this restriction be rescind-
ed and that payment of moving allowances for DRI personnel
be subject to the President's authorization with the under-
standing that payments for such purposes will be limited to
the fund established by the above transfer of $3000.
Motion by Mr. Morris, seconded by Mr. Steninger, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
20. Interim Financing for Physical Education Facilities
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Mr. William Hancock, Man-
ager of the State Planning Board, has notified the Univer-
sity that completion of the design of the Physical Education
buildings at UNR and UNLV can proceed prior to sale of the
bond issues only if interim financing is provided. $218,000
is required for UNR and $244,000 for UNLV. Mr. Humphrey
noted that he had negotiated a $462,000 6-month drawing ac-
count loan for this purpose with First National Bank of
Nevada, to be repaid from the sale of the University reve-
nue bonds and recommended the adoption of the following
resolution for that purpose:
RESOLUTION #71-12
WHEREAS, the 1971 Session of the Nevada Legislature
authorized construction of a Gymnasium at University
of Nevada, Las Vegas at a total cost of $4,787,000; and
WHEREAS, of the total project cost, $2,287,000 is to be
secured by the sale of State General Obligation Bonds
and $2,500,000 is to be secured by the sale of UNLV
Revenue Bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature also authorized construction
of a Physical Education Complex at University of Nevada,
Reno at a total cost of $4,250,000, the total cost of
which is to be provided by the sale of UNR Revenue
Bonds; and
WHEREAS, the State Planning Board has notified the
University that the only feasible way to complete the
design of these projects prior to sale of the bonds is
if the University can provide interim financing; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Regents deems it to be in the best
interests of the University that these projects not be
delayed 6 months;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Neil D. Humphrey,
Chancellor of the University of Nevada System, be and
hereby is authorized to execute an interim construction
loan agreement with First National Bank of Nevada in the
amount of $462,000 for a period of 6 months at an annual
interest rate of 4%.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the above resolution be adopted as
recommended.
21. Estimative Budgets, 1971
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that authority be granted to
establish the Estimative Budgets on the books July 12, sub-
ject to review and approval at the July Board meeting.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried
without dissent, that the above recommendation be approved.
22. Approval of Purchase in Excess of $5000
Chancellor Humphrey reported that the UNS Computing Center
and UNLV have requested permission to purchase one ADS 660
Multiplexor (a 45 telephone line communication device used
in connection with the computer), 7 A45 PCB Interface Cards,
3 A07 OCB Interface Cards and 8 remote site cables for the
Multiplexor. These items must be compatible with the Com-
puting System and cannot be bid. Purchase would be made
from American Data Systems, 8851 Mason Avenue, Canoga Partk,
California, at a total price of $6270. Chancellor Humphrey
recommended approval of the above purchase with payment to
be made 1/2 from an NSF grant and 1/2 from the College of
Science and Mathematics, UNLV.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
23. Memorial Statement Concerning Dr. Helen J. Poulton
President Miller recommended adoption of the following
statement in memory of Dr. Helen J. Poulton:
The University of Nevada is mourning the loss of Dr.
Helen J. Poulton who passed away Sunday, April 25th in
a local hospital. Dr. Poulton served the University
in several key positions, most recently as Archivist,
since joining the faculty in 1958.
Born on April 22, 1920 in Warren, Ohio, Dr. Poulton
earned an A. B. degree, with Honors, from San Jose State
College in 1942 with a major in History. In 1946 she
earned an M. A. degree in History, again with Honors,
from the University of Oregon. 3 years later she
completed her studies in American History, earning a
Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of
Oregon. Once more resuming her studies, she won an
M. A. degree in Library Science in 1951 from the Uni-
versity of Michigan.
Before coming to the University of Nevada Dr. Poulton
served as Social Science Librarian and Head Reference
Librarian at Oklahoma State University and as Chief
Reference Librarian at Washington University in St.
Louis. Upon arrival at the University of Nevada in
the Summer of 1958 she single-handedly set about or-
ganizing a 25,000 volume collection now known as the
Life and Health Sciences Library. Following the occu-
pancy of the Getchell Library in 1962, Dr. Poulton was
appointed Social Science Librarian, afterwards becoming
Head of the Reference and Government Publications De-
partments. In July of 1969, she assumed the duties of
University Archivist, a post she filled with distinction
until her death.
As much an Historian, both by formal training and pref-
erence, as a Librarian, Dr. Poulton seized every oppor-
tunity to teach and carry on research in her subject
matter field. At all the Universities with which she
was affiliated Dr. Poulton taught classes in American
History, most frequently focusing upon the Westward
Movement. A meticulous researcher, she published bib-
liographic projects which, in turn, proved to be of
immense help in the research undertakings of other
historians. Her last work, "How to Do Historical Re-
search", is in its final stages of editing prior to
publication by the Oklahoma University Press. A long-
time friend and colleague has agreed to see this project
through to its completion.
Helen Poulton was a remarkable woman quite apart from
her scholarly and professional accomplishments. Her
enthusiasm for her colleagues' achievements was always
greater than what she showed for her own. A busy, in-
defatigable worker, she was never too engrossed with
her own pursuits to deny another's plea for special as-
sistance. Her encyclopedic memory for names, titles,
dates and authors was unfailingly accurate ranging far
beyond her own field of specialization and was a con-
tinual source of help to faculty and students, alike.
She will be missed by those who knew her best not alone
for her knowledge, intelligance and expertise as a
Librarian-Historian, but for her integrity as a person,
her sincerity as a colleague, and her warmth as a
friend.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the memorial statement be adopted by
the Board.
24. School of Medical Sciences
President Miller stated that the report concerning the fi-
nalization of degree programs to be included in the School
of Medical Sciences is not complete and requested extension
until the July meeting.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Hug, carried without
dissent that the request for extension be granted.
25. Student Union Fee for Graduate Students
President Miller endorsed a recommendation by former ASUN
President Frankie Sue Del Papa that a Student Union Fee of
$2 per semester be assessed UNR Graduate Students, effective
Fall semester, 1971. Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the fee be imposed as recommended.
26. Reconsideration of Consolidation Fee
Chancellor Humphrey noted that Mr. Morris had requested re-
consideration of the Board's action at the April meeting
wherein the consolidated fee at UNR was adjusted as follows:
Effective
Present Fall 1971
Registration Fee $130.00 $130.00
Capital Improvement Fee 42.00 84.00a
ASUN Fee 27.50 20.00b
Health Service Fee 18.00 18.00
Intercollegiate Athletics Fee .00c 7.50b
Consolidated Fee $217.50 $259.50
Notes: a Approved by the Board of Regents 12-11-70
b Action of the Board of Regents 4-24-71
c Included as part of ASUN fee
In making his request, Chancellor Humphrey noted that Mr.
Morris had stated that he would like to "limit the discus-
sion to the effect on the Athletic Department budget of the
deletion of 50 cents even though there is not need shown
for funding of Women's Intercollegiate Athletics. Thus, I
would like the Athletic Department Budget before the Board
in order to adequately evaluate the reduction in revenue."
A copy of the proposed Intercollegiate Athletics Estimative
Budget for 1971-72 was included with the agenda; however,
Chancellor Humphrey noted that the budget was not being
submitted for approval but would be resubmitted with addi-
tional detail in July.
Mr. Morris moved that the Intercollegiate Athletics Fee at
UNR be increased to $8 per student per semester and that 50
cents of that fee be earmarked for Women's Intercollegiate
Athletics. Motion seconded by Dr. Anderson, failed with 3
affirmative and 5 negative votes.
27. CSUN Fee Adjustment
President Zorn and CSUN President Dick Myers recommended
that:
(1) The Intercollegiate Athletics fee at UNLV, presently
at $9 per semester, be separated from the CSUN fee of
$21.50 per semester; and
(2) Effective Spring semester 1972 the remaining CSUN fee
of $12.50 be increased to $14.00 with the $1.50 in-
crease earmarked for support of the Drama Theatre
programs.
Chancellor Humphrey endorsed the recommendation, noting that
approval would establish the UNLV Consolidated Fee as fol-
lows:
Effective Effective
Present Fall 71 Spring 72
Registration Fee $130.00 $130.00 $130.00
Capital Improvement Fee 42.00 84.00a 84.00a
Moyer Student Union Fee 27.00 27.00 27.00
CSUN Fee 21.50 12.50 14.00
Health Service Fee 2.00 2.00 2.00
Intercollegiate Athletics Fee .00b 9.00 9.00
Consolidated Fee $222.50 $264.50 $266.00
Notes: a Approved by the Board of Regents 12-11-70
b Included as part of CSUN Fee
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried with-
out dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
28. Student Accident and Sickness Insurance, UNR
President Miller endorsed a recommendation by Dean Roberta
Barnes that:
(A) a new student accident and sickness insurance plan be
accepted with Empire Insurance Co.;
(B) the plan be "automatic unless waived" (i. e., a student
would have to accept the plan unless he specifically
waived coverage); and
(C) the fee be $9 per semester -- $8.65 for the insurance
and 35 cents to the Student Health Service but be
available to absorb a potential increase in fee.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
29. Recognition of Phi Delta Alpha Fraternity
President Miller requested official recognition be extended
to Phi Delta Alpha Fraternity at UNR. Ref. T, included
with the agenda and filed with permanent minutes, cited the
activity of this organization during the past two years.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
30. UNR Auxiliary Enterprises Operations
A. Transfer of Corporate Bond Monies - President Miller
and Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the
following transfers from HHFA Corporate Trust No. 30
reserved to repay Auxiliary Enterprises funds expended
for equipment and building repairs related to HHFA
financed Auxiliary Enterprise buildings:
Equipment Building
Reserve Reserve Total
Student Housing $ 3,058.99 $10,661.90 $13,720.89
Dining Commons 3,204.93 4,119.30 7,324.23
Total $ 6,263.92 $14,781.20 $21,045.12
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
B. Transfers to Cover Deficits - Mr. Pine reported the fol-
lowing balances in UNR Auxiliary Enterprises accounts as
of May 7, 1971:
Deficit Accounts
1-61-3001 Dining Commons $33,609
1-61-4001 University Village 1,858
1-61-4002 White Pine 9,317
1-61-4006 Juniper 899
1-61-4010 Clearing Account 4,213
1-61-3001 Aux. Ent. Res. 107
1-61-3303 Aux. Ent. Res. 1,352
Total Deficits $51,355
Surplus Accounts
1-62-5001 University Rentals $ 8,237
1-61-3002 Snack Bar 25,205
1-61-4007 Nye Hall 6,516
1-62-4003 Manzanita 23,568
1-62-4004 Lincoln 20,520
Total Surplus $84,046
Net Balance of Aux. Ent. Accounts $32,691
Mr. Pine recommended that $51,355 of deficit accounts be
funded by transfer from surplus accounts in Auxiliary
Enterprises. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the transfers be approved as recom-
mended.
C. Proposed Increase in Room, Board and Apartment Rates -
President Miller recommended a $99 or 10% increase in
the basic room and board fee at UNR and approval of a
series of optional plans, as follows:
Current Recom'd Dollar
Option Plan Charge Charge Increase
Double Occupancy
Room & Board (20-meal plan) $495.00 $544.50 $ 49.50
Room & Board (14-meal plan) 482.00 530.20 48.20
Room & Board (15-meal plan) 455.00 500.50 45.50
Room only (double) 238.00 261.80 23.80
(or $3/day)
Single Occupancy
Room & Board (20-meal plan) $610.00 $671.00 $ 61.00
Room & Board (14-meal plan) 597.00 656.70 59.70
Room & Board (15-meal plan) 570.00 627.00 57.00
Room only (single) 353.00 388.30 35.30
(or $3.50/day)
Board Only .00 $3.50/day
Summer Session
Room & Board (dbl. 21 meals) $45.50/week
Room & Board (dbl. 15 meals) 38.50/week
Room & Board (single 21 meals) 49.00/week
Married Student Housing
(Monthly) $ 65.00 $ 75.00 $ 10.00
National College of State Trial Judges
(Four Weeks)
Room & Board (double) $216.00 $290.00 $ 74.00
Room & Board (single) 304.00
Room & Board (Judge & wife) 419.00 464.00 45.00
Children (14-20 years) 130.00
(12 and older) 135.50
(7-13 years) 103.00
(12 and under) 101.50
(1-6 years) 76.00
Justification for the recommended increase, Ref. W, and
comparison of present rates at western State Universi-
ties, Ref. X, were also submitted and are filed with
permanent minutes.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, car-
ried without dissent that the proposed increase be
approved, effective June 1, 1971.
D. Estimative Budgets for 1971-72 Based on Proposed New
Rates - Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the
Estimative Budgets for Auxiliary Enterprises, UNR, for
1971-72 (identified as Ref. Y and filed with permanent
minutes).
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, car-
ried without dissent that the estimative budgets be
approved as submitted.
31. Stead Campus
A. Voluntary Reversion of a Portion of the Stead Air Force
Base Property - Mr. Pine reported that DHEW, Division
of Surplus Property Utilization, has requested that the
University revert a portion of Stead not now being uti-
lized by the University. A letter from Mr. Mel Summers,
DHEW, concerning this reversion and a map showing the
area to be reverted were included with the agenda (iden-
tified as Ref. Z and filed with permanent minutes).
President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Steninger,
carried without dissent that the above recommendation
be approved.
B. Stead Dining Commons - President Miller stated that it
is not possible to continue to operate the Stead Dining
Commons without substantial financial loss and funds
for subsidy are not available. He requested authoriza-
tion to close the facility not later than October 1,
1971. A food vending area, including sandwiches and
beverages, would be established in the present Dining
Commons area and food would be catered to conferences
from the UNR Dining Commons. Chancellor Humphrey recom-
mended approval.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
32. Right of Way Grant
President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey recommended that a
right of way grant be awarded Sierra Pacific Power Company
and Nevada Bell of 191.6 feet from the north side of Kimlick
Lane to the Animal Research Facility at Main Station Farm.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
33. Purchase in Excess of $5000, UNR
A. Mr. Pine reported that the following bids were received
April 13, 1971 for a photomat processor:
Armanko Office Supply, Reno $6835
Cal-Inc., Sacramento 6995
Itek Corp., San Francisco 7315
President Miller recommended award of the bid to Armanko
Office Supply. Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
B. Mr. Pine reported that bids were opened May 20, 1971 for
laboratory furniture for 10 rooms in Chemistry building.
The bid documents listed furnishings by rooms, with
priorities prepared by the Space Committee of the De-
partments of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The low bidder
was E. H. Sheldon Equipment Co., the supplier of the
original equipment. Low bids were as follows:
Room Number Low Bid Accumulated Total
307 $16,958.37 $16,958.37
310 3,252.44 20,210.81
306 19,993.51 40,204.32
321 7,633.72 47,838.04
008 1,920.13 49,758.17
212 4,315.46 54,073.63
113 2,718.71 56,792.34
014 3,451.53 60,243.87
016 11,999.72 72,243.59
Mr. Pine reported that the low bidder has agreed to a
total price of $70,536.58; funds are available in the
amount of $76,490.29, out of which installation costs
must also be paid. He stated that a request has been
made to the State Planning Board to use the balance in
their appropriated funds for this building of $13,212.
If the request is approved, Mr. Pine recommended that
the total bid of $70,536.58 be accepted. If the Plan-
ning Board does not participate, he recommended that a
contract totaling $60,243.87 be awarded, leaving Room
016 unfurnished. President Miller and Chancellor
Humphrey concurred in Mr. Pine's recommendation.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Steninger, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
C. Lease Purchase of Hay Baler - President Miller recalled
that in April, a request by the College of Agriculture
for authorization to lease-purchase a hay baler for use
on Main Station Farm was tabled to allow for additional
information. He noted that additional information had
been provided (Ref. AA filed with permanent minutes) and
renewed his recommendation for approval. Chancellor
Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen,
carried with Mr. Bilbray opposing, that the lease-
purchase be approved as requested.
34. Progress on B & G Projects
A report on the status of capital improvement projects under
the supervision of UNR was presented by Mr. Pine.
35. Memorial Statement Concerning Dr. Henry A. Bergolofsky
President Zorn requested adoption of the following statement
in memory of Dr. Henry A. Bergolofsky:
The Regents of the University of Nevada System
express sincere sorrow over the death of Dr. Henry A.
Bergolofsky, 43, Professor of Accounting in the College
of Business and Economics at the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas.
Dr. Bergolofsky, who was a member of the Accounting
faculty for 5 years, was a superior teacher and was
loved by both his students and colleagues. Stricken
by leukemia two years ago, he taught more than 1/2 that
time courageously and uncomplainingly. His colleagues
will mourn for those students of the next quarter-
century who will be deprived of his presence in teach-
ing.
The Board of Regents extends its sincere sympathy to
his father, brothers, and other surviving members of
his family.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the above statement be adopted as
presented.
36. Renewal of Saga Food Service Contract, UNLV
President Zorn recommended renewal of the Saga Contract at
UNLV for 1971-72. Details of the renewal negotiations were
included with the agenda (identified as Ref. EE and filed
with permanent minutes). Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Steninger, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
37. UNLV Grading System Changes and Change in Policy Concerning
Board of Regents Review of Grading System
President Zorn endorsed a recommendation by the UNLV Faculty
Senate for adoption of following grading system for UNLV:
(1) The following symbols are used as grades:
A Superior I Incomplete
B Above Average N No Credit
C Average S Satisfactory (used in Pass-
D Below Average Fail Courses)
F Failing U Unsatisfactory (used in Pass-
Fail Courses)
H Hold Grade (used for research
projects extending beyond one
semester)
(2) N Grade
Since grades should not be given as a punishment for
failure to properly withdraw from courses, but rather
should represent the instructor's evaluation of course
material, the N grade would be given if a student
leaves a course without properly withdrawing. In addi-
tion, the N grade could be used by an instructor when
he determines that a student has not completed the
basic requirements for the course and does not wish
to receive an Incomplete (see Incomplete policy below).
The N remains on the student's transcript and indicates
that the instructor did not have enough information to
record any other grade. This grade would not result in
negative penalty points for the student, but simply in-
dicate that no credit was given for the course.
(3) I Grade
If a student has not completed all of the requirements
for the course at the end of the semester with a reason
good enough to satisfy the instructor, he may receive
an Incomplete for the course. Incompletes would revert
to a designated grade after one year if the require-
ments have not been made up by that time. Thus, if a
student wishes to receive an I rather than an N, it
is his responsibility to make up whatever requirements
he lacked at the end of the semester.
(4) X Grade
The X grade would be restricted to research projects
extending beyond one semester. At the time the project
is successfully completed, the instructor would then
submit a grade to replace the X.
(5) Repeat Policy
A student may be allowed to repeat any couse once and
not have the original grade computed in his GPA. The
original grade would remain on the transcript with a
slash through it.
(6) Pass-Fail Option
When a student registers for a course under the pass-
fail option, the grade received in the course is not
computed in his GPA. The instructor will record S for
satisfactory completion of the requirements for the
course, U for unsatisfactory, I for incomplete or N
for no credit. (See N policy above.)
(7) Dropping a Course
A student may drop a course during the first 8 weeks of
the semester without possibility of failure. After
this period a student may withdraw from any one or more
courses up until the beginning of finals week. After
the first 8 weeks the instructor must give the student
either an N (no credit) or F (if the instructor clearly
has had enough material turned in at the time of with-
drawal to determine that the student necessarily would
fail the course). The latter would probably occur if
a student decided to withdraw just prior to final exam-
ination week and was clearly failing at that time.
President Zorn noted that the Senate also passed the follow-
ing statement to allow for immediate implementation of the
above proposal:
A person now (Spring Semester, 1971) repeating a course
in which he has received an F can have the F removed
effective immediately.
The Senate stipulated that the responsibility for having an
F removed rests with the student; the removal will not be
automatic but will be done on request.
President Zorn presented the following motion by the Faculty
Senate, with his endorsement:
That the UNLV Faculty Senate go on record regarding such
policy changes as pass-fail as requiring only President
Zorn's approval for implementation. Proposals such as
pass-fail would only be sent to the Regents as informa-
tion items, details of implementation need not be of
concern to the Regents.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the specific
changes in the grading system as proposed by the UNLV Facul-
ty Senate. However, he stated, he did not recommend the
proposal to change the Board's power to approve grading
systems.
Motion by Mr. Steninger, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the changes in the grading system be
approved as requested by the UNLV Faculty Senate but that
the Board retain its power to approve grading systems.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Hug, carried without
dissent that the UNR faculty review the provision in the
UNLV grading system whereby a line is drawn through an F
when the course in which an F is earned is repeated success-
fully and the F is then not computed in the grade point
average.
38. UNLV Reorganization
The "Final Report of the President's Ad Hoc Committee on
Developing University" was presented to the Board in April
for preliminary review (copy of report filed with permanent
minutes). As noted in the agenda, the recommendations con-
tained in the report were approved by a faculty vote of 118
to 110.
President Zorn and Vice President Baepler reviewed the rec-
ommendation contained in the report. Dr. Paul Aizley, new
Chairman of the UNLV Faculty Senate, Dr. Janet Travis, mem-
ber of the Ad Hoc Committee, and Mr. Dick Myers, CSUN Pres-
ident, all spoke in support of the proposed reorganization.
President Zorn referred to a letter directed to the Regents
from the Graduate Council, noting it had been distributed
for the Board's information.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the reorganiza-
tion as proposed in the Final Report of the Ad Hoc Commit-
tee.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the proposed reorganization be approv-
ed.
Mr. Hug suggested that the UNLV Administration and faculty
should be complimented for the excellent study represented
by the reorganization proposal. Mr. Morris agreed.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Hug, carried without
dissent that a letter of commendation be sent to the Com-
mittee.
39. Request for Waiver of Requirement of Nevada Constitution
Mr. Bilbray requested that consideration be given to grant-
ing a waiver of a UNLV requirement of one credit in the
Nevada Constitution, based on a request from Clive Hickman,
a student at UNLV.
Dr. Baepler stated that this student had been informed that
he may satisfy this requirement by successfully challenging
the course or by taking it through correspondence. Dr. Zorn
agreed, stating that an investigation reveals this student
has received an unusual number of waivers of requirements
already and he did not recommend additional waivers.
Mr. Mc Dermott moved that the request for waiver of this
requirement be denied. Motion seconded by Mr. Morris, car-
ried with Mr. Bilbray opposing.
40. Policy Concerning Acknowledgement of Gifts
Chancellor Humphrey reported that in 1964, the Board direct-
ed that "a gift to the University of Nevada can be accepted
only by the Board of Regents." In conformity with that pol-
icy gifts are acknowledged by the Secretary of the Board,
often duplicating acknowledgements at the Campus level.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the Presidents continue
to acknowledge gifts received by their Divisions and that
receipt of such gifts continue to be reported to the Board
of Regents for acceptance but that the practice of sending
acknowledgements from the Board of Regents be discontinued
except for gifts of $1000 or more or those of special inter-
est to the Board.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
41. Baccalaureate Degree Program in Nursing, UNR
President Miller reported that UNR has received notifica-
tion from the Board of Review for Baccalaureate and Higher
Degree Programs of the National League for Nursing of con-
tinuing accreditation to UNR's baccalaureate degree program
in Nursing. He noted that this continuation of accredita-
tion is significant and the next accreditation visit in
Nursing will not occur until Spring of 1979.
42. Regional Medical Program
President Miller endorsed a recommendation by Dean George
T. Smith that the School of Medical Sciences be designated
as the planning and development agency for the Regional
Medical Program in Nevada (recommendation contained in Ref.
KK, filed with permament minutes). Chancellor Humphrey
recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Hug, seconded by Mr. Morris, carried without
dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
43. Approval of Purchase in Excess of $5000, UNR
Mr. Pine requested authorization to enter into an agreement
with the B & L Disposal Company for garbage collection for
$1325 per month. He noted that the disposal company pro-
viding the service has received a 300% increase in present
rates; however, this arrangement will establish an annual
garbage collection charge approximating the present fee.
President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey recommended ap-
proval.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
44. Status Report of Capital Improvements
A status report on UNS Capital Improvements, under the
jurisdiction of the Nevada State Planning Board, was dis-
tributed with the agenda.
45. Approval of Purchase in Excess of $5000, UNLV
President Zorn reported that bids were opened May 14 for the
purchase of 8 non-programmable and 8 programmable electronic
calculators and 4 card readers. Complete bids were received
from two firms with Wang Laboratories making an alternate
bid:
Wang Laboratories, Tewksburg, Mass $26,999
Alternate Bid 40,052
Monroe, Inc., Las Vegas 28,778
Dr. Zorn noted that the Wang Laboratories' low bid did not
meet specifications and recommended that the bid be awarded
to Monroe, Inc., Las Vegas, for $28,778. Chancellor
Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Mc Dermott, seconded by Miss Thompson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
46. Transfer of Funds, ECC
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the following
transfer of funds:
#20 $13,440 from Contingency Reserve to Instruction, Pro-
fessional Salaries. The 1970-71 Work Program was
developed on the assumption of 150 FTE students. 182
FTE students enrolled. These additional students have
generated the need for additional part time instruc-
tors and this transfer provides the needed funds.
Mr. Hug moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr.
Bilbray, carried without dissent.
Chancellor Humphrey reported the following transfers for
information:
#21 $1000 from Contingency Reserve to Administration,
Operating, to provide sufficient funds for the bal-
ance of the 1970-71 fiscal year.
#22 $1500 from Contingency Reserve to Administration,
Wages, to provide sufficient funds for the balance
of the 1970-71 fiscal year.
#23 $1450 from Contingency Reserve to Library Wages to
provide sufficient funds for the balance of the
1970-71 fiscal year.
47. Community College Division
President Donnelly submitted a report and recommendations
for the Community College Division, specifying plans for
the service areas of each of the 3 Colleges: Elko, present-
ly in operation, Western Nevada and Clark County, planned
to open in Fall, 1971, and the programs to be offered by
each. He noted that the 3 Colleges will follow 5 basic
programs: occupational education, University parallel edu-
cation, community services education, developmental educa-
tion, and a strong counseling and guidance program. To
implement the 2 new Colleges, President Donnelly requested
approval of the following recommendations:
(1) The Administrative Offices for Western Nevada Community
College be assigned in Carson City;
(2) An Executive Vice President for that College not be
employed at this time, due to budgetary restrictions,
and the duties be assigned to Leon Van Doren, Curricu-
lum Specialist in the Office of the President, CCD; and
(3) The Administrative Offices for Clark County Community
College be placed in the facilities to be leased from
the Review-Journal located on Main Street in Las Vegas.
(Copy of President Donnelly's report filed with permanent
minutes.) Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Mr. Bilbray moved approval, seconded by Dr. Anderson, car-
ried without dissent.
48. Security Disclaimer
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION #71-13
BE IT RESOLVED that each of the following Regents who
are citizens of the United States will not require,
nor will have, and can be effectively denied, access
to classified information in the possession of the
organization and does not occupy a position that would
enable him to affect adversely the organization's
policies or practices in the performance of contracts
for the Government:
Paul D. Mc Dermott William W. Morris
Helen R. Thompson Mel Steninger
Mr. Hug moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Bilbray,
carried without dissent.
49. Transfer to Cover Deficit, UNR
Mr. Pine reported that General University Extension, Con-
tinuing Education had the following balances as of May 6,
1971:
Deficit Account: 1-1-62-7001 Stead Dining Com.($14,082.04)
Deficit Account: 1-1-62-7052 Stead Apartments 10,191.89
Net Balance of Accounts ($ 3,890.15)
Mr. Pine requested that $14,082.04 deficit be partially
funded by transfer of the $10,191.89 surplus and the re-
maining deficit be covered from Operations through June 30,
1971. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval.
Mr. Bilbray moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Mc
Dermott, carried without dissent.
50. Augmentation of 1970-71 Budget, UNR
A. President Miller requested Board of Regents approval to
seek Governor O'Callaghan's permission to augment the
1970-71 Work Program for UNR by $33,925. This request
is necessitated by the following factors:
(1) The 1971 Legislature passed S. B. 49 wherein the
University is to pay 100% of the employees' Health
and Accident Insurance. This becomes effective
with the June payment and will amount to $7500 for
the month.
(2) The 1971 Legislature granted and funded a 5% salary
increase for all classified employees retroactive
to January 1, 1971. It is the University's policy
to provide technical employees the same salary in-
crease as classfied employees; however, the Legis-
lature did not appropriate the funds for the tech-
nical employees salary increase. This will cost
$14,535.
(3) In the conversion of employment contracts from A
(12-months) to B (academic years) it is necessary
to pay accumulated annual leave. All employees
who are converting from an A to a B contract are
taking the month of June off on annual leave and
only the balance remaining as of June 30, 1971
will have to be paid. This will cost $11,890.
Approved the 1970-71 Work Program estimates for non-
appropriated revenue and revised estimates based upon
actual collections and known receivables and the dif-
ference between these two figures were illustrated in
Ref. RR (filed with permanent minutes). Actual collec-
tions are estimated to exceed the original 1970-71 Work
Program estimate by $64,656 for UNR, thereby providing
sufficient money to fund this augmentation. Chancellor
Humphrey recommended approval.
Mr. Hug moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Mc
Dermott, carried without dissent.
B. President Miller requested Board approval to seek per-
mission of the Director of the State Department of
Administration to augment the 1970-71 Work Program for
the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative
Extension Service by $56,930 and $29,502 respectively.
Revenue sources were illustrated in Ref. SS, filed with
permament minutes. Provisions for granting such a re-
quest are made in Chapter 659, Section 6, of the 1969
Statutes of Nevada. In developing a Work Program for
the Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension
Service, it has been the policy to use the last actual
allocation from the Federal government as the estimate
for the next year. At the time the actual appropriation
is known, permission to augment the spending authority
is requested. The 1970-71 actual allocation is now
known and serves as the basis for this request. The in-
creased funds are appropriated for special projects and
will be expended for these projects.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Mr. Mc Dermott moved approval. Motion seconded by Mrs.
Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
51. Interim Rules and Disciplinary Procedures
Mr. Hug moved that the Rules and Disciplinary Procedures as
adopted earlier be amended to insert a provision omitted
from the draft: that is, that Section 9 under Procedures,
Paragraph A, the last two sentences be amended to read: The
Administrative Officer shall marshall and present the evi-
dence against the person charged. Such hearings shall be
closed to all persons other than General Hearing Officer,
the person charged and the Administrative Officer, a single
adviser for each of them, and witnesses while they are pre-
senting evidence. Motion seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, car-
ried without dissent.
The meeting adjourned at 4:45 P.M. and reconvened on Saturday,
May 29, 1971, at 8:05 A.M. with all Regents and Officers who were
present the previous day again in attendance except for Miss
Thompson.
52. Appearance by UNR Students
At the request of Tony M. Victoria, transmitted through
President Miller, 3 students from the College of Arts and
Science, UNR, appeared on behalf of the Wildlife Biology
students. The purpose of their visit, as explained by Mrs.
Carleen Evjen, was to express their concern over the inte-
gration of the Wildlife Biology Program in the College of
Agriculture's Renewable Natural Resources Program.
53. Work Program for General University Operation for 1971-72
Chancellor Humphrey presented 3 documents which he request-
ed be consulted while discussing the proposed Work Program:
(1) Transmittal Letter with the Work Program document;
(2) Data on Student Fees, Western State Public Universi-
ties, 1970-71 and 1971-72; and
(3) Faculty Load Study, Fall, 1970, for UNR and UNLV.
Mr. Jacobsen reported that a petition had been received
from UNR students in protest to the proposed increase in
the out-of-state tuition (petition on file in Chancellor's
Office).
Chancellor Humphrey reviewed the recommendations contained
in the letter of transmittal, noting that the following
assumptions were used in developing his recommendations for
the 1971-72 Work Program:
Revenue
(1) The Registration Fee at UNR and UNLV will remain at
$130 per semester for full-time students (UNR - 7
credits or more, UNLV - 9 credits or more), and $16
per credit for part-time students.
(2) Tuition for non-residents (assessed full-time students
only) at UNR and UNLV will be $600 per semester in
addition to the registration fee. This is a $200 in-
crease over 1970-71.
(3) The Registration Fee at the Community Colleges will be
$8 per credit (a $2 increase) and the tuition for non-
residents will be $5 per credit in addition to the
Registration Fee. Tuition is not presently charged by
the Community Colleges.
(4) All tuition and fee waivers are to be abolished and
100% collection is assumed. A grants-in-aid program
replaces the fee waiver concept.
President Zorn recommended that allocation for grants-
in-aid at UNLV be increased by $35,620, double that
presently proposed for registration fees, with $20,000
to come from salary savings and the balance from the
UNLV Contingency Reserve. Distribution of these addi-
tional grants-in-aid would be in conformity with the
percentage allocations approved earlier for fee waiv-
ers. (Note: Allocation of in-state and out-of-state
fee waivers approved for 1970-71 academic year at UNLV
were: Music - 20%, Athletics - 50%, and Other - 30%).
Chancellor Humphrey stated that if this is approved
for UNLV and not for UNR, it perhaps results in an
inequity which the Board should take into consideration
in making its decision. Also, he cautioned that this
kind of action might create an unnecessary problem with
the Legislature.
Mr. Bilbray moved that the grants-in-aid allocation to
UNLV be increased by $35,620 with the resulting grants-
in-aid to be divided between Athletics and Other areas
as stipulated by President Zorn. Motion seconded by
Mr. Morris.
Chancellor Humphrey stated that he did not recommend
an increase in the number of waivers (grants-in-aid)
now authorized; however, if it were to be done this
was the correct procedure.
Mr. Steninger stated that he was opposed to taking
money from other areas for additional grants-in-aid
when the Administration has stated that this money is
needed in those other areas. Mrs. Knudtsen agreed.
Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
Yes - Dr. Anderson, Mr. Bilbray, Mr. Hug, Mr.
Morris, Mr. Mc Dermott
No - Mr. Steninger, Mrs. Knudtsen
Abstain - Mr. Jacobsen
(5) Revenue from the Federal subvention for Land Grant
Colleges has been reduced from $207,000 for 1970-71
to $150,000 for 1971-72 based on information as to
probable appropriation by Congress. This is divided
$84,000 or 56% to UNR and $66,000 or 44% to UNLV.
This division is consistent with the way the 1971-73
budget was approved.
(6) All UNR and UNLV Divisions having Federal and other
research grants and contracts earn "indirect cost"
payments to offset overhead expenses of administering
the projects. Currently, the indirect cost payment is
divided 25% to General University Operation, 50% to a
research development fund and 25% to the Department
conducting the research. The 1971-72 Work Program
budgets 75% to General University Operation, 12 1/2%
to a separate research development fund and 12 1/2% to
the Department conducting the research. DRI has been
allocating 95% of earned indirect cost to DRI general
operations and 5% to an account controlled by the
principal investigator. The DRI practice is to con-
tinue.
President Miller recommended that the allocation of
indirect cost payments remain as presently administered
at UNR; that is, 25% to General University Operation,
50% to a research development fund and 25% to the De-
partment conducting the research. He proposed that if
the present allocation is continued, he would arrange
to recover a large share into the President's Office,
thereby permitting greater discretion in the allocation
of funds than would be permissible under the Chancel-
lor's recommendation.
Chancellor Humphrey explained the rationale in making
his recommendation for a 75% allocation to General
University Operation, pointing out that the indirect
costs which are being reimbursed in this manner are
being paid directly from Fund 01 - General University
Operation, and therefore, reimbursement should be
made to the same account.
Mr. Steninger moved approval of the Chancellor's rec-
ommendation. Motion seconded by Mr. Mc Dermott, car-
ried with the following roll call vote:
Yes - Dr. Anderson, Mr. Jacobsen, Mr. Morris,
Mr. Mc Dermott, Mr. Steninger
No - Mr. Hug, Mrs. Knudtsen
Abolition of Evening Division
The Evening Division has been abolished at both UNR and UNLV
and absorbed into the regular budget. Classes will still be
offered during the evening but on an "extended day" basis
and counted as part of the load of a faculty member and his
Department. In recognition of the problems which could
result from not having sufficient faculty to offer desired
extra courses, especially for part-time students, an account
has been funded titled "Extended Day Program Supplement".
This is a transfer account available to supplement profes-
sional salary budgets of Departments with part-time faculty
or "overload" payments to regular faculty. If necessary
this transfer account can be supplemented during the year
from the Contingency Reserve.
Intercollegiate Athletics
In order to reduce the opportunity for misunderstanding
concerning the Intercollegiate Athletic Program, all pro-
gram costs paid from the General University Operation Fund
are shown under a separate functional category. This in-
cludes: (a) Coaches' salaries (that part of their annual
effort devoted to coaching, balance is shown in Instruction
and Departmental Research), (b) The salaries of the Di-
rector of Intercollegiate Athletics and any other persons
working in this area (trainers, publicity writers, clerical,
etc.), (c) Operating expense, and (d) Grants-in-Aid for
payment of registration fees and tuition of athletes. Not
included here are the student fees and game receipts which
are recorded separately as Estimative Budget.
Nevada Technical Institute, UNR
The programs of the Nevada Technical Institute have been
divided as follows: Food Service Management, Nursing (AA),
Radiation Technology and Office Administration will be of-
fered by the Western Nevada Community College as previously
directed by the Board. It is recommended that Engineering
Design Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology
programs be administered by the College of Engineering and
the Law Enforcement Program be administered, at least tem-
porarily, by the College of Arts and Science. The position
of Director and two clerical positions are recommended to
be discontinued. The incumbents are recommended for place-
ment as feasible within the System, acknowledging the status
of their appointments.
President Miller recommended that NTI be allowed to remain
as a unit for one more year under the supervision of the
Director. He stated that the phasing out of the 3 remain-
ing programs needs to be handled by an Administrator and,
if the proposal to move the Engineering Design and Electri-
cal Engineering Technology programs to 4 year status is
approved, someone will be required to carry these forward
to a Phase II presentation.
Dr. Anderson moved approval of President Miller's recommen-
dation. Motion seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, lost with two
affirmative and six opposing votes.
Mr. Steninger moved approval of the Chancellor's recommen-
dation. Motion seconded by Mr. Hug, carried with one op-
posing vote.
Sabbatical Leaves
Faculty granted sabbatical leaves for 1971-72 have been
budgeted as follows: If faculty member has a one semester
leave (and therefore receives full salary for his leave)
.50 FTE has been removed from his Departmental budget and
charged to the Sabbatical Leave account. If he has a year's
leave (and therefore receives 2/3 salary) .67 FTE has been
removed from his Departmental budget and charged to the
Sabbatical Leave account and .33 FTE and 1/3 of his salary
remains in the Departmental budget. In the first instance
no supplement is provided the Department to replace the
faculty member on leave and in the second instance the
Department has 1/3 of the budgeted salary to use toward
replacement of the Professor on leave. In this case part-
time faculty or Graduate Assistants may be employed.
Graduate Assistants (Fellows)
Graduate Assistants' salaries are budgeted at $2500 per
academic year; however, in certain cases $2700 or $2900
is the actual salary paid. No Graduate Assistant salary
supplement account has been budgeted and each Department
will be responsible for the total salary paid.
It is recommended that annual employment contracts for
Graduate Assistants be discontinued and that they be re-
tained on a semester basis by Letter of Appointment, sub-
ject to continuation the second semester if their work has
been satisfactory and there is continued need for their
services.
President Miller stated that although he had not opposed
this change when discussed earlier, he has learned that a
one semester Letter of Appointment causes some problems
and requested that he be permitted to offer full year con-
tracts in some cases.
Dr. Zorn suggested there may be some embarrassment to re-
cruiting and suggested that the Letter of Appointment be
accompanied by a letter stating that the Letter of Appoint-
ment would normally be renewed for the second semester
based on satisfactory service.
Mr. Steninger moved approval of the Chancellor's recommen-
dation that one semester Letters of Appointment be used
accompanied by a letter of intent to renew based on satis-
factory service. Motion seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
with two opposing votes.
Graduate Assistants paid either $2500, $2700 or $2900 per
academic year have been assumed to be devoting 20 hours per
week to their assignment. Occasionally, these positions
have been divided among two students and each part-time
Graduate Assistant received a full tuition and registration
fee waiver. Chancellor Humphrey recommended and the budget
reflects, that starting Fall, 1971, the grant-in-aid which
accompanies Graduate Assistant employment be proportional
to the semester salary. This would result in each Graduate
Assistant position receiving only one full grant-in-aid
regardless of how many students were employed in the single
position.
Chancellor Humphrey withdrew his recommendation contained
in the transmittal letter that grants-in-aid for tuition
and fees for Graduate Assistants be paid from the same fund
as their salaries.
Teaching Loads
The goals for each University was a student-faculty ratio of
20:1; and average teaching load of 12 credits per semester,
not more than 2 credits of which were in independent study;
and a continuation of the 1970-71 average class size of 28.6
students in regularly scheduled classes and 5.7 students in
independent study classes. Variations from this goal among
the Colleges, and among Departments within Colleges, occur
for a variety of reasons. Information concerning the assum-
ed 1971-72 teaching load for each Department and a summary
for each College and University is shown in Work Program.
As noted above, University-wide goals were used but there
has been no agreement concerning application of this goal
to various Colleges and Departments although it is generally
agreed that different teaching loads are feasible in dif-
ferent academic disciplines. Additional effort must be
devoted to a determination of teaching load expectations
for Colleges and Departments and to the adequacy of the
number of credits taught as the basic measurement of load.
Also subject to further study is the percentage of time of
Department Chairmen which might be considered administrative
and, therefore, not counted in a student-faculty ratio de-
termination. All of these problems must of necessity await
further study and have no bearing on the way this Work Pro-
gram was developed.
New Programs
In conformity with the appropriations, new instructional
programs at the Community College level will be started this
Autumn in Western Nevada and Clark County. These programs
will function without the benefit of a Campus in whatever
facilities can be secured.
Authorization to start a baccalaureate program in Nursing
at UNLV has been requested and is endorsed. This program
had previously been approved by the Board of Regents, sub-
ject to budget authorization, and a special appropriation
was passed by the Legislature for this program.
No new programs are requested at UNR due to budgetary
limitations.
Unsponsored Research
In 1970-71, UNLV had a $50,000 budget in Statewide Programs
for stimulation of research and both UNR and UNLV had access
to earned indirect cost monies which were allocated outside
the budget. The separate UNLV budget was not appropriated.
I have included $25,000 in both UNR and UNLV as a special
account for the stimulation of research projects by teach-
ing faculty. Decision as to division of this money will be
made by each President and appropriate sub-accounts estab-
lished.
Special Problems at UNR
(1) The System budget increase FY 72 or FY 71 is 13.5% as
approved by the Legislature and before adjustment to
accommodate the change in handling grants-in-aid. The
division of this increase among the 4 divisions was not
uniform: UNR - 3.0%, UNLV - 22.4%, CCD - 315.9% and
DRI - 31.1%. The problem of adjustment of the UNR
budget has been briefly stated in a memorandum dis-
tributed April 23, 1971 by President Miller. (See
Attachment A to Work Program.)
In developing his recommendation for the 1971-72 Work
Program, President Miller instructed all Colleges and
other administrative units to absorb a 5% cut from
their 1970-71 level of support. This was done in many
cases by reducing the operating budget (i. e. supplies,
equipment, in-state travel) or by reducing the salary
budget where positions have been vacant or will become
vacant at the end of the fiscal year due to resigna-
tions or retirement.
This method of budgeting leaves a great deal to be
desired. It appears to assume the equal utility of
all programs and the reliability of present year allo-
cations as guide to next year's needs. The most that
can be said for this technique is that it perhaps keeps
everyone equally unhappy and it is possible within the
time limitations necessary to adopt the new fiscal
year's Work Program.
(2) In the Accounting and Information Systems Department of
the College of Business Administration, President
Miller recommended using one FTE faculty member on loan
from Mechanical Engineering. This is endorsed and rec-
ognized in the budget. In addition, one additional FTE
faculty is recommended over the number included in
President Miller's recommendation. The teaching load
data reveals the rationale followed. President Miller
had also recommended use of .75 FTE from Mechanical
Engineering in the Mathematics Department. This, too,
is endorsed and recognized in the budget. In such
cases, administrative control of the loaned faculty
remains with the original Department; however, the
receiving Department is responsible for the courses
taught.
(3) In the College of Education, faculty have previously
been budgeted full-time in one Department but frequent-
ly used to advantage by another Department requiring
their teaching services. This practice has been rec-
ognized in the budget and the teaching load data ad-
justed accordingly.
(4) The UNR Administration and faculty are to be commended
for their willingness to shift faculty when needed and
the adjustments noted above are quite helpful. Addi-
tional review of some Departments appears justified.
For example, in the College of Education one Depart-
ment has quite a light teaching load and another a
heavier than average teaching schedule. In such cases,
if faculty are adequately cross-qualified, adjustments
should be made and should be reflected in the budget.
The justification of teaching loads and the utilization
of Graduate Assistants in the Physical Sciences needs
to be examined. Many situations need to be examined
carefully before the 1972-73 Work Program is prepared.
(5) The position of Dean of the College of Engineering is
currently vacant due to the promotion of Dr. James
Anderson to Academic Vice President. For several years
there have been discussions concerning the possible
amalgamation of the College of Engineering and the
Mackay School of Mines. Since the Engineering Dean's
position is now being filled on an acting basis within
the College, and since Dean Vernon Scheid of the Mackay
School of Mines is assumed to retire at the end of FY
1971-72, further consideration of the consolidation
should be given during 1971-72. If a conclusion favor-
ing consolidation is reached, then recruitment for one
Dean could proceed taking into consideration the total
responsibility. The position of Dean of the College of
Engineering is budgeted but it is recommended that this
position continue to be filled on an acting basis until
a decision is reached concerning consolidation.
(6) Nuclear Engineering has an exceptionally low student-
faculty ratio which results in a very high cost per
FTE student. It is understood that a College decision
has been made which prohibits admission of new graduate
students to this program. This does not reduce costs
in 1971-72 since the basic expense of operation (two
faculty and related expense) continues even though
there will be even fewer students. Some costs in this
Department have been reduced; e. g., reduction of the
Chairman to 10-month contract. During this Summer and
early Fall, study should be made of the various alter-
natives of deleting this program, or combining it with
some other program and reducing faculty, and a recom-
mendation made through channels to the Board of Regents
in sufficient time that action can be taken which would
be reflected in the 1972-73 Work Program.
(7) A strong case has been made for supplementation of the
operating budget (mainly for equipment) of the Geology-
Geography Department of the Mackay School of Mines.
An additional $10,000 has been provided. Budgeting
techniques for equipment require review, especially
in the physical sciences and the College of Engineer-
ing.
(8) DRI has been paying UNR for services (accounting, B & G
etc.). Part of this payment has been made by DRI sup-
plying part-time teaching faculty and a net payment in
cash to UNR results. Since this distorts the teaching
load-budget data, the total DRI payment is projected
for 1971-72 (based on actual 1970-71 experience) and
the teaching effort reflected in the Departments by
addition of FTE faculty.
12-Month and 10-Month Contracts
During the Governor's review of the University budget and
while the Legislative money committees were reaching a
conclusion, an issue developed concerning the number of
faculty in Instruction and Departmental Research on 12-
month rather than 10-month contracts. UNR has reduced the
number of such contracts for 1971-72. UNLV has discussed
increasing the number of contracts but has not yet submitted
a request to do so.
It is recommended that movement of faculty from 10-month
to 12-month contracts, or vice versa, be subject to individ-
ual review by the Board of Regents and that prior to devel-
opment of the 1972-73 Work Program all 12-month contracts be
subject to re-evaluation and a determination made concern-
ing continuance on the 12-month basis.
Desert Research Institute
Budgeting of the appropriated money for DRI involved alloca-
tion among the Centers and Laboratories to cover the sal-
aries of the administrative heads of those units and such
additional personnel as could be included. The complete
financial plan for DRI's 1971-72 operation will be presented
in July.
Comments Concerning UNLV
There are no significant differences between the President's
recommendation and the Chancellor's recommendation for UNLV.
In the Chancellor's proposal all reserve accounts have been
grouped under "Contingency Reserve" and would be subject to
the same restrictions as to transfer as is presently the
case. Fringe benefits are divided among the principal rec-
ommendation and were grouped in Administration and General
Expense in the President's compilation.
Of significance is the fact that the budget provides for
86 new positions and for very significant increases in the
number of support dollars per full-time equivalent faculty
member in Instruction and Departmental Research. This budg-
et must be viewed as a significant improvement for UNLV.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the Work Program
for 1971-72 as amended by earlier action and of the policies
stated above.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr.
Steninger, carried without dissent.
54. Fee Structure, School of Medical Sciences
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in February, 1971, the
Board approved a fee structure for the School of Medical
Sciences greater than for other UNR programs. The regis-
tration fee was established at $250 per semester ($130 for
other programs) and tuition at $750 per semester (approved
at $500 for other programs for the Fall of 1971). The
difference between the surcharge and the regular fee was
dedicated to a special fund for equipment for the School.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that approval of the recommenda-
tions contained in the Work Program provides for an addi-
tional increase of $100 in the out-of-state tuition to be
effective Fall, 1971, for a total of $600 per semester.
In order to retain the $250 surcharge for the School of
Medical Sciences, President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey
recommend that the tuition of the School of Medical Sciences
be established at $850 per semester, effective Fall, 1971.
Mr. Mc Dermott moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
55. Waiver of Capital Improvement Fee
Chancellor Humphrey noted that at UNLV the Capital Improve-
ment Fee is waived only for those persons where it is a
condition of contract; i. e., faculty dependents and Gradu-
ate Assistants. At UNR this fee is waived for all persons
receiving a waiver of registration fees.
Chancellor Humphrey pointed out that the approval of the
recommendations contained in the Work Program abolishes
registration and tuition waivers, substituting a grant-in-
aid program. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey
recommended that for 1971-72 the waiver of the Capital
Improvement Fee continue at UNR where it is a matter of
contract (faculty dependent, graduate fellows who are
employees) and for recipients of Intercollegiate Athletic
grants-in-aid, thereby allowing time for review of the
fee, the revenue which must be produced to meet bond
service and related matters.
Mr. Bilbray moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Hug,
carried without dissent.
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie M. Smotony
Secretary
05-28-1971