June 29-30, 1995
6-29-1995
Pages 37-63
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OF NEVADA
June 29, 1995
The Board of Regents met on June 29, 1995 in the Student Lounge
on the Cheyenne Campus of the Community College of Southern
Nevada, North Las Vegas.
Members present: Dr. James Eardley, Chairman
Mr. Mark Alden
Mrs. Shelley Berkley (via telephone)
Dr. Jill Derby
Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher
Mr. Madison Graves, II
Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Mr. David L. Phillips
Mrs. Nancy Price
Mrs. Carolyn Sparks
Members absent: Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Others present: President Anthony Calabro, WNCC
Interim President Rita Gubanich, TMCC
President-Elect Carol Harter, UNLV
President Richard Moore, CCSN
President Ron Remington, NNCC
Interim President Ron Smith, UNLV
President James Taranik, DRI
Vice President Bob Hoover, UNR
Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel
Dr. Tom Anderes, Vice Chancellor
Dr. John Richardson, Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairman (or their respresenta-
tives) Scott Casper (UNR), Richard French (DRI), Danny Gonzales
(Unit), Mike Mc Farlane (NNCC), Jerry Landwer (UNLV), Sonny
Lyerly (CCSN), Richard Riendeau (WNCC), Linda Stettler (TMCC),
and Student Association Officers.
Chairman Eardley called the meeting to order at 9:45 A.M. Thurs-
day, June 29, 1995, with all Regents present except Regents
Berkley, Gallagher, Graves, Foley and Phillips. Chairman Eardley
announced that Chancellor Jarvis and President Crowley are at-
tending the Legislature because of the discussion being held
regarding the cost-of-living increase for the University profes-
sional staff and the State classified personnel, and would not
be in attendance. Vice Chancellor John Richardson presided
for the Chancellor and Vice President Bob Hoover presided for
President Crowley. Dr. Jerry Barbee, Dean of Applied Science
and Technology at WNCC, attended the meeting until President
Calabro arrived later in the morning.
1. Adoption of the Consent Agenda
Adoption of the Consent Agenda, identified as Ref. A, filed
in the Regents' Office, containing the following items:
(1) Approved the minutes of the special meeting held
May 2, the minutes of the regular meeting held May
18-19, 1995, and the minutes of the special meeting
held June 2, 1995.
(2) Approved emeritus status for the following:
A. Community College of Southern Nevada - President
Moore recommended approval of emeritus status
for the following, effective July 1, 1995:
Beverly Funk, Professor Emeritus, Office Adminis-
tration
La Rene Watts, Professor Emeritus, Office Adminis-
tration
B. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley
recommended approval of emeritus status for H.
Randall Frost, Emeritus Project Director, Sierra
Nevada Job Corps Center, effective May 1, 1995.
C. University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Interim Presi-
dent Smith recommended approval of emeritus status
for W. Hubert Johnson, Emeritus Director of Con-
tinuing Education and Summer Programs, retroac-
tive to July 1, 1982. Mr. Johnson was among a
small group of individuals who founded many of
the programs in existence at UNLV today.
D. Desert Research Institute - President Taranik
recommended approval of emeritus status for the
following:
Dale F. Schulke, Vice President for Finance and
Administration, Emeritus
Anne Audrain, Assistant Vice President and Con-
troller, Emerita
(3) Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Ted E. Batchman, Dean
of the College of Engineering at UNR, effective July
1, 1995. Tenure will be at the rank of Professor in
the Department of Electrical Engineering.
Approved the appointments with tenure on hire for the
following UNR faculty:
Thomas W. Bell, Chemistry Department, Professor
Judith A. Sugar, Department of Psychology, Associate
Professor
C. Richard Tracy, Biodiversity Center, Professor
(4) Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Tom Bean, full Pro-
fessor with tenure in the Department of Instruction-
al and Curricular Studies (ICS) at UNLV, effective
August 21, 1995.
Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Gary L. Kreps, full
Professor with tenure in the Greenspun School of
Communication at UNLV, effective July 1, 1995. Dr.
Kreps has accepted the position of Executive Direc-
tor of the Greenspun School of Communication.
(5) Approved the following recommendation for promotion
or assignment to rank:
A. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley
recommended the following promotion, effective
July 1, 1995:
Jeanne Wendel to Professor of Economics, College
of Business Administration
(6) Approved granting 17 days of sick leave for Spring
1995, and the Fall 1995 semester for Roosevelt
Fitzgerald, a lecturer in Anthropology and Ethnic
Studies at UNLV.
(7) Accepted the enrollment report for Spring 1995 and
for the 1994-95 annualized enrollments as contained
in Ref. C-7, filed in the Regents' Office.
(8) The Wolf Club, an organization associated with UNR's
athletic programs, has negotiated with First Inter-
state Bank for the purchase and installation of a new
scoreboard and sound system for Mackay Stadium. The
Wolf Club, as with past construction projects, intends
to donate the scoreboard and sound system to the Uni-
versity upon completion of the project. The bank has
requested written documentation to the effect that
the University will accept the gift.
Approved receipt of the gift.
(9) Approved authorization to utilize Capital Improvement
Fee Funds at WNCC in the amount of $10,000 for the
following projects at WNCC:
Replace substandard classroom furniture
on the Carson and Fallon Campuses $10,000
(10) Approved authorization to utilize Capital Improvement
Fee Funds at UNR in the amount of $175,000 to design
and construct an approximately 6500 square foot shell
on top of the new Channel 5 building currently under
construction on the North end of the Campus. The
total cost of this addition will be about $400,000
and private funds will be raised to complete the
project.
The Channel 5 building will be a state of the art
facility when completed and the addition will be used
to house the radio station, KUNR, and the personnel
for the distance education programming. As part of
the consideration for the lease of the land to Chan-
nel 5, UNR will be able to use some of Channel 5's
production facilities in its education programs.
Having the production facilities in the same build-
ing with the staff responsible for the programming
will greatly reduce the costs of productions.
(11) Approved authorization to utilize General Improvement
Fees at UNLV in the amount of $840,000 for the fol-
lowing projects at UNLV:
Continued lease of trailers providing
office space $225,000
Remodeling project for Grant Hall 285,000
Remodeling project for Lilly Fong
Geoscience building 330,000
(12) Approved to seek Interim Finance Committee funding of
the 1995-96 and 1996-97 Cloud Seeding program as
authorized by the 1995 Legislature.
(13) Approved to amend the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 17
in the following sections, as contained in Ref. C-14,
filed in the Regents' Office:
Section 17.2, Stead Campus Apartments
Section 17.3, Other Apartments and Houses Owned by the
University
Section 18.1, University Inn Student Rates
Section 18.2, University Inn Regular Rates
(14) Approved the changes to the Constitution of the United
Student Association of Western Nevada Community Col-
lege. The proposed Handbook changes are to Title 5,
Chapter 19, Article V, Section 3, as contained in
Ref. C-15, filed in the Regents' Office.
(15) Approved the Student Exchange Agreement as contained
in Ref. C-17, filed in the Regents' Office. This
agreement will allow UNLV students the opportunity
to particpate in international exchange programs.
(16) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Southern Nevada
Water Authority (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1996
Amount : $79,943 to UNR
Purpose : UNR Cooperative Extension to
develop and teach water con-
servation programs.
B. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Human Resources (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1996
Amount : $22,018 to UNR
Purpose : Cooperative Extension to carry
out 4-H T. E. C. (Teams Explor-
ing Careers) Program for 24
participants, which targets in-
dividuals at high risk of school
failure due to multiple risk
factors.
C. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1994 through June 30,
1996
Amount : $4,200 add-on to existing con-
tract, for total of $11,000 to
UNR
Purpose : Geodemonographic Analysis of
Potential Superfund sites.
D. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Conservation (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1997
Amount : $49,374 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to perform appropriate
services, provide office space
and employing the State Climatol-
ogist and necessary assistants in
order for him to carry out his
duties under Nevada Law.
E. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Mental Hygiene and Mental Retardation (Inter-
local Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1997
Amount : $11,000 to UNR
Purpose : Mental Hygiene/Mental Retardation
Externship.
F. UCCSN Board of Regents/School of Medicine and the
Nevada Division of Health (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1997
Amount : $23,273 to School of Medicine
Purpose : Medical School to conduct a
craniofacial clinic.
G. UCCSN Board of Regents/School of Medicine and the
Nevada Division of Health (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board through
September 30, 1996
Amount : $5000 to School of Medicine
Purpose : Medical School to coordinate and
present a Sexual Assault Re-
sponse Team Certification Con-
ference to train nurses to quali-
fy as sexual assualt nurse ex-
aminers.
H. UCCSN Board of Regents/School of Medicine and the
Nevada State Welfare Division (Interlocal Con-
tract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1997
Amount : $115,000 per year (instead of
$115,000 total)
Purpose : Study of Medicaid Disabled Re-
cipients (amendment to original
contract).
I. UCCSN Board of Regents/School of Medicine (Inter-
local Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through June 30,
1996
Amount : $4000 to School of Medicine
Purpose : Infectious Disease Consultation
Services.
J. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNLV and Clark County Board
of County Commissioners (Right-of-Way)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board
Amount : $130,000 maximum to UNLV (actual
costs to be paid)
Purpose : Right-of-way to widen Tropicana
Avenue from Koval Lane to Wilbur
Street with all necessary ap-
purtenances and incidental im-
provements, plus design and con-
struction of landscape restora-
tion.
K. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNLV, Nevada Public Works
Board and the Las Vegas Valley Water District
(Easement and Construction Agreement)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board
Amount : $58,702 to Las Vegas Valley Water
District
Purpose : Installation of water facilities
to property generally located on
Tropicana Avenue, west of Mary-
land Parkway, referenced as Clark
County Assessor's Parcel Number
162-22-801-001.
L. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNLV and the Nevada Divi-
sion of Health (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board through
September 30, 1996
Amount : $2000 to UNLV
Purpose : To purchase equipment and materi-
als to support a Mobile Sexual
Assault Awareness Program to in-
struct students on sexual assault
and how to prevent it.
M. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNLV and the Nevada Divi-
sion of Health (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board through
September 30, 1996
Amount : $5000 to UNLV
Purpose : To continue prevention of sexual
exploitation and general health
education to UNLV students and
the local community.
N. UCCSN Board of Regents/Business Center South and
the Mohave Educational Services Cooperative
(Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board to con-
tinue until terminated
Amount : Will be based on goods and serv-
ices purchased
Purpose : Joining bids processed by other
public entities.
O. UCCSN Board of Regents/TMCC and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Motor Vehicles (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1996
Amount : $15,000 to TMCC
Purpose : To conduct a motorcycle safety
and education course.
P. UCCSN Board of Regents/CCSN and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Motor Vehicles (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1996
Amount : $30,000 to CCSN
Purpose : To conduct a motorcycle safety
and education course.
Q. UCCSN Board of Regents/NNCC and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Motor Vehicles (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1996
Amount : $7000 to NNCC
Purpose : To conduct a motorcycle safety
and education course.
R. UCCSN Board of Regents/WNCC and the Nevada Depart-
ment of Motor Vehicles (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1996
Amount : $15,000 to WNCC
Purpose : To conduct a motorcycle safety
and education course.
S. UCCSN Board of Regents/DRI and the State of
Nevada Registration Division (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 to February 15, 1996
Amount : $83,123 to DRI
Purpose : To complete database for Clark
and Washoe Remote Sensing Study
and to compare observed fleets to
Mobile 5A Model.
Mr. Klaich moved adoption of the Consent Agenda, and approv-
al of the prepared agenda with items as specified throughout
the meeting. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
2. Introductions
Regent Derby introduced UNLV President-Elect Carol Harter.
President Moore introduced newly elected Faculty Senate
Chairman Sonny Lyerly; ASCCSN President Barbara Mc Millian;
Interim Provost of the Cheyenne Campus Frazine Jasper;
Interim Provost of the West Charleston Campus Candace Kant;
Provost of the Henderson Campus Ron Meek; Vice President
for Academic Affairs Robert Silverman; and Vice President
for Student Services William Kelly.
President Taranik introduced newly appointed Director of
the Quaternary Sciences Center Stephen Wells, and announced
that former Director Dale Ritter will continue working at
the Quaternary Sciences Center.
President Remington introduced former Faculty Senate Chair-
man Mike Mac Farlane.
Dr. Jerry Barbee introduced Faculty Senate Chairman Rick
Riendeau.
Interim President Ron Smith introduced Faculty Senate Chair-
man Jerry Landwer.
Vice Chancellor Richardson introduced newly elected Faculty
Senate Chairman Danny Gonzales.
USA President Jeanine Powers introduced USA Vice President
Sabrina Mc Kinley.
ASTM President Toni Horne introduced ASTM Vice President
John Cole.
ASUN Speaker of the Senate, Dan Oster, introduced Alex
Criswell, Nevada Student Alliance representative.
UNLV Faculty Senate Chairman Jerry Landwer introduced
former Faculty Senate Chairman Nancy Master.
3. Chairman's Report
Chairman Eardley reported that during the last year five
searches were conducted and that he has sent acknowledge-
ment letters to all the members of the ad hoc WNCC Presi-
dential Search Committee and expressed his appreciation
for the fine job Regent Klaich did as Chairman of the Com-
mittee.
In addition, he thanked Regent Sparks for serving as Chair-
man of the ad hoc CCSN Presidential Search Committee,
Regent Derby for serving as Chairman of the ad hoc UNLV
Presidential Search Committee, Regent Graves for serving
as Chairman of the ad hoc Chancellor Search Committee, and
Regent Gallagher for serving as Chairman of the ad hoc TMCC
Presidential Search Committee.
President Calabro entered the meeting.
Chairman Eardley expressed his appreciation to the staff who
worked with each of the searches, especially Secretary of
the Board Mary Lou Moser and her assistant Leslie Jacques.
He thanked all the Presidents for their input during these
processes and thanked Interim President Ron Smith and In-
terim President Rita Gubanich for their service during the
respective interim periods.
Chairman Eardley announced that Mr. Dale Schulke, DRI Vice
President for Finance and Administration, would be retiring
on June 30, 1995, and requested those in attendance to give
Mr. Schulke a round of applause for his dedication and
service to DRI over the past 30 years. President Taranik
added that it was through Mr. Schulke's commitment to DRI
that the ring road will be completed along with several
DRI facilities that have been constructed during his tenure.
Regent Klaich expressed his appreciation to Chairman Eardley
for his outstanding leadership while serving as the Chairman
of the Board of Regents during the past two years.
Mrs. Gallagher and Mr. Graves entered the meeting.
Mr. Graves expressed his appreciation to Chairman Eardley
for his mentoring while he served as Vice Chairman of the
Board of Regents and stated that he was proud to serve as
his Vice Chairman. Chairman Eardley thanked Mr. Graves for
his support, especially in taking care of several southern
Nevada functions.
Mr. Phillips entered the meeting.
4. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman reported on the outstanding faculty achievements
for the institution. Ref. B is filed in the Regents'
Office.
University of Nevada, Reno
Gailmarie Pahmeier
Indira Chatterjee
Catherine Fowler
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Susan M. Bozarth
Kari C. Coburn
UNLV Faculty Senate Chairman Landwer announced that Dr.
Jim Stivers was nominated, but wished to decline from this
recognition. Dr. Landwer stated that in his honor UNLV
would like to recognize his work and many contributions to
UNLV.
5. Information Only: Outstanding Classified Employees
At the request of the Board of Regents, each President
reported on the outstanding classified employees achieve-
ments from the institution. Ref. C is filed in the Regents'
Office.
University of Nevada, Reno
Nicole Aguilera
Dawn Arnold
Kathy Morris
Sharon Stewart
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Beverly Hertig
Community College of Southern Nevada
Charles R. White (posthumously)
Truckee Meadows Community College
Deena Kessinger
Maurita Rogers
6. Information Only: Legislative Update
Vice Chancellor Richardson clarifed that this particular
item would address the non-budget legislative issues, while
Item 7 would address the budget issues. A slide presenta-
tion was given on the non-budget legislative issues and a
copy of the slides is filed in the Regents' Office.
Vice Chancellor Richardson informed the Board that it has
just been learned that a proposed amendment to an appro-
priations bill would provide $5 million to UCCSN to pur-
chase equipment and services for the Distance Learning
Network. UCCSN has been diligently working throughout this
legislative session to obtain appropriations for this proj-
ect, which was not included in the Governor's recommended
budget. The amendment would include language specifying
that UCCSN work in cooperation with the Department of
Education.
Mr. Klaich questioned the status of an appropriation for
a Law School study and Vice Chancellor Richardson responded
that an appropriation has been made for such a study. Mr.
Klaich stated that a proposed Law School is inconsistent
with UCCSN's strategic directions. There are other needs
throughout the System that should be addressed. Mr. Klaich
pledged that he would be looking at this proposal very
carefully and will need much convincing that UCCSN needs
a Law School.
Mrs. Gallagher reminded the Board that this will constitute
a third study on a Law School for Nevada. She agreed with
Mr. Klaich that there are other needs to be addressed and
she too would need much convincing.
Mrs. Price requested General Counsel Klasic to review
Assembly Bill 582, because the language refers to "govern-
ment agency" and is not clear if UCCSN is included as a
government agency.
Referring back to the study of a Law School, Mr. Alden
agreed with Regents Klaich and Gallagher and requested the
UNLV President to review this issue. Nevada is partners in
the WICHE Program which provides for Nevada students to
attend out-of-state Law Schools.
Mr. Graves stated that it was his understanding that the
Law School would specifically teach gaming law, and water/
land law. He stated that a Law School would upgrade UCCSN's
reputation. Although it is a great expense and there are
other needs that should be addressed, Mr. Graves encouraged
the members of the Board to keep an open mind to implement-
ing a Law School at UNLV.
Mrs. Sparks informed the Board that she was a member of the
last Law School study. At that time there was a potential
donation to establish a Law School at UNLV. She encouraged
the members of the Board to consider substantial private
donations and possibly incorporate a Law School into UCCSN's
strategic directions.
7. Approved Continuation of UCCSN Expenditures at the FY 1995
Rate and Information Only on the FY 95-97 Operating Capital
Budgets and FY 96 Operating Budget
Vice Chancellor Anderes presented a slide presentation on
the tentative pending final legislative action regarding
the 1995-97 Capital Budgets and the 1995-96 Operating Budg-
et. The slides are filed in the Regents' Office.
Inasmuch as the Nevada State Legislature is still in ses-
sion, it is recommended to continue UCCSN expenditures at
the FY 1995 rate until the Legislature has approved fund-
ing for FY 1996 and an operating budget can be prepared
for Board consideration.
Vice Chancellor Anderes stated that discussions were being
held during this time at the Legislature regarding the
cost-of-living adjustment for the UCCSN faculty and other
non-classified employees and the State classified person-
nel. The proposal is for the UCCSN faculty and other non-
classified employees to receive a cost-of-living adjustment
of 4% in FY 1996 and 3% in FY 1997. Classified employees
will receive an increase of 5% in FY 1996 and 3% in FY
1997.
An increase in UCCSN's merit pool from 2% to 2.5% has been
approved which will put UCCSN closer to other State agencies
in terms of merit pool resources and a biennial increase of
$900,000 for part-time Community College salaries.
Vice Chancellor Anderes stated that the Legislature has
approved a budget of $604.2 million for UCCSN which is a
17.8% increase over the 1993-95 current operating budget.
In terms of State General Fund support, UCCSN will re-
ceive $462.4 million, representing a General Fund increase
of 18.6%. Although student tuition and fees have increased
their percentage of the total budget has decreased. The
State did step up to the plate, along with the students,
for higher education.
Mrs. Price questioned if there was a report of the aggre-
gate figures from all increased fees to students, and Vice
Chancellor Anderes responded that he could be developing a
reporting format to obtain this information.
Mrs. Price questioned whether there was a way to provide
information to include non-general fund expenditures,
not just operating budget expenditures. Vice Chancellor
Anderes reponded that the self-supporting budgets will
address this later in the meeting, although grants and
contracts are not categorized in a reporting format.
Vice Chancellor Anderes stated that he felt UCCSN fared well
during this legislative session.
Upon questioning, Vice Chancellor Anderes explained that
both Universities and the Community College salary schedules
would have to be changed to reflect the cost-of-living in-
crease for professional staff.
Vice Chancellor Anderes proceeded with the slide presenta-
tion on the UCCSN capital construction/renovations for FY
95-97, which is a total of $64.7 million for construction;
$12 million for Campus improvements; and $8,960,000 for
other projects.
Dr. Derby left the meeting.
Mrs. Price questioned whether there had been any changes
toward the actual way UCCSN prepared its budget, and
whether Vice Chancellor Anderes anticipated any other
changes to include linking the budget to academic programs.
Vice Chancellor Anderes responded that he would be dis-
cussing this issue with Chancellor Jarvis and the System
Business Officers to create an internal planning process.
Regents Price and Klaich commended Vice Chancellor Anderes
for the presentation.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to continue UCCSN expenditures
at the FY 1995 rate until the Legislature has approved
funding for FY 1996 and a FY 1996 operating budget can be
prepared for Board consideration. Mr. Alden seconded.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Gallagher left the meeting.
8. Approved 1995-96 Self-Supporting Budgets, UCCSN
Vice Chancellor Anderes presented the 1995-96 Self-Support-
ing Budgets for UCCSN. These budgets were distributed at
the meeting and are filed in the Regents' Office. A slide
presentation was conducted and the slides are filed in the
Regents' Office. Vice Chancellor Anderes explained that
no State funds are expended in the self-supporting budgets;
activities rely generally on the revenues from sources
other than the State.
Mrs. Price questioned whether there was oversight and
assurances that the unrelated business income tax regula-
tions were consistent throughout the System. Vice Chancel-
lor Anderes responded that the System business officers and
controllers have discussed this issue and have attended
seminars addressing this very issue.
Mrs. Price questioned how self-supporting programs are
established, and Vice Chancellor Anderes responded that
the institutions initially establish the program, then,
at the System level, budget information is requested and
compiled. The System Administration office does not con-
duct an extensive review of the programs. However, the
budgets do go through the System Administration office.
UNR Vice President Ashok Dhingra explained that UNR does
have a process whereby the budgets are established and
reviewed by his office. After the program elevates to
a certain funding level, then it becomes a self-supporting
budget.
Mr. Graves moved approval of the 1995-96 Self-Supporting
Budgets. Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion carried.
9. Approved the Appointment, Interim Vice President for
Financial and Administrative Services, CCSN
Approved the appointment of Michael Saurer as Interim Vice
President for Financial and Administrative Services at CCSN,
effective June 26, 1995. The College will initiate the
process for a permanent Vice President by the end of 1995.
President Moore stated that he has accepted Mr. Ruell
Fiant's resignation and Mr. Fiant will be able to return
to the classroom. He thanked Mr. Fiant for his support.
Dr. Derby and Mrs. Gallagher returned to the meeting.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the appointment of Michael
Sauer as Interim Vice President for Financial and Adminis-
trative Services at CCSN, effective June 26, 1995. Mr.
Klaich seconded. Motion carried.
10. Approved the Appointment of Interim President, WNCC
Chairman Eardley presented a recommendation to the Board
for the appointment of Dr. John Richardson as Interim
President at Western Nevada Community College for the period
July 1-9, 1995. Dr. James Randolph, newly appointed WNCC
President, will begin service on July 10, 1995.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the appointment of Dr. John
Richardson as Interim President of WNCC until July 10, 1995.
Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
11. Approved the Appointment of Vice President for Academic
Affairs, DRI
Mr. Graves moved approval of the appointment of Dr. John
Hess as Vice President for Academic Affairs at DRI. Mrs.
Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
The open meeting recessed at 11:40 A.M. for lunch and Foundation
meetings and reconvened at 1:10 P.M. Thursday, June 29, 1995
with all Regents present except Regents Berkley and Foley.
12. Approved Resolution: Anthony Calabro, WNCC
Approved the following resolution in honor of Western Nevada
Community College's President Anthony Calabro:
RESOLUTION #95-7
WHEREAS, after 12 years of dedicated service and myriad
accomplishments, Dr. Anthony Calabro will retire from
his distinguished term as the second President of West-
ern Nevada Community College on June 30, 1995; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro has skillfully led West-
ern Nevada Community College through a period of
tremendous growth, change and academic development; and
WHEREAS, among his many achievements, Dr. Anthony
Calabro created and developed the WNCC Foundation and
spearheaded the College's first capital fund-raising
campaign; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro oversaw major capital
construction at both the Carson City and Fallon Campus-
es, to accommodate strong and persistent growth at
WNCC; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro opened the College Family
Services Center to provide child care to students,
faculty and staff, as well as parenting services and
a laboratory setting for the College's early childhood
education program; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro instituted many new aca-
demic programs, as well as expanding existing programs,
in the areas of machine tool technology, drafting tech-
nology, environmental sciences, criminal justice, legal
assistance, piano pedagogy, early childhood education,
industrial technology and word processing; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro initiated partnerships
with outside entities to bring distance learning capa-
bilities to WNCC, especially in its highly successful
Nursing program, enabling students from outlying com-
munities to gain higher education instruction in their
home communities, via interactive video instruction;
and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro embraced partnerships with
the school districts in WNCC's 7-county service area
through innovative programs like Tech Prep and School-
to-Work initiatives, and through entities such as the
K-16 Council; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro championed the need to
improve articulation between Nevada's Universities
and Community Colleges, culminating in the Transfer
Center programs; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro embranced the Total
Quality Management philosophy of decision-making and
provided many opportunities and forums for faculty
and staff to learn and practice this management
philosophy; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony Calabro has had a remarkable
Presidency and moved Western Nevada Community College
forward on so many fronts, and serviced as a Nevada
educational leader for 20 years; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the University and Community College
System of Nevada Board of Regents extend their admira-
tion and appreciation to Dr. Anthony Calabro on the
occasion of his retirement from the Presidency of
Western Nevada Community College.
Dr. Derby moved approval of the resolution honoring WNCC
President Anthony Calabro. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Motion carried.
13. Information Only: Chancellor Evaluation Procedure
Chairman Eardley and Vice Chancellor Richardson presented
the principles for evaluation of the Chancellor, as con-
tained in Ref. D, filed in the Regents' Office. Chairman
Eardley requested the members of the Board to review the
reference material and to contact either himself or Vice
Chancellor Richardson if they should have any suggestions.
Mrs. Price stated that a broader constituency would assure
varied points of view on the person being evaluated. She
also felt that the evaluation process should include a
measurable indicator.
Dr. Derby stated that by conducting a closed session, the
evaluation from every member of the Board would be included.
Mr. Klaich noted that the meetings to be conducted through-
out the evaluation process may constitute public meetings
which would then have to be noticed.
In response to Mrs. Price, Vice Chancellor Richardson stated
that the proposed evaluation process stated, "The Chair of
the Board of Regents is responsible for conducting the
evaluation of the Chancellor. The Chair shall be assisted
by 2 members of the Board selected by the Board." Dr.
Richardson explained that these evaluators represent the
Board along with outside constituencies. These evaluators
will interview the other members of the Board and an annual
closed session will be held. Regarding the measurable
outcomes, Dr. Richardson suggested that Appendix I (Per-
formance Areas for Review) could allow for measurable
indicators or quantifiable numbers.
Mrs. Gallagher noted that the contact with the very broad
constituencies during President Crowley's evaluation
process did not work, and she cautioned the Board.
Chairman Eardley stated for the record that Chancellor
Jarvis was not involved in developing this process, and
Dr. Richardson added that Chancellor Jarvis had reviewed
the reference material as it was released in the agenda
packet.
14. Approved UCCSN Diversity Information and Goals
Information on UCCSN student and staff demographics for
Fall 1994 was presented by Mrs. Karen Steinberg, Director
of Institutional Research.
Mrs. Steinberg made a slide presentation, and the slides
are filed in the Regents' Office. She presented the
annual report on diversity within the UCCSN. The "1994
Affirmative Action Report" provides statistics on both
the UCCSN student and employee populations. Over the 9-year
period between 1985 and 1994; the data show that the UCCSN
student body has become more diverse. During this period,
female enrollment increased 2% from 54% to 56% Systemwide,
while minority enrollment increased 7% from 11% to 18%.
In the Fall of 1994 of the 63,271 students enrolled in
UCCSN institutions, 5% (3067) were Black, 6% (4081) were
Hispanic, 5% (3274) were Asian and 2% (959) were Native
American. Asian and Native American students were repre-
sented in the UCCSN student body in approximately the
same proportions as in the 1993-94 Statewide high school
graduating class, while Black and Hispanic students re-
mained under-represented Systemwide.
The statistics on UCCSN employees indicate a mixed pattern
with regard to diversity. Budget reductions in recent
biennia have limited the opportunity for recruitment of
women and minorities. During the 4-year period between
1991-94, while the proportion of female employees increased
2% from 47% to 49%, the proportion of minority employees
slipped 1% Systemwide from 14% to 13%. Women, Asians and
Native Americans were represented in the UCCSN labor force
in approximately the same proportion as in the Nevada State-
wide labor force, while Blacks and Hispanics remained under-
represented.
A report on UCCSN diversity goals was also presented to the
Board. The long-range goals for diversity among UCCSN stu-
dents are generally to reflect the diversity found in the
service populations as defined as the State population,
composition of high school graduates, composition of service
counties, etc. The long-range goals for diversity among
UCCSN employees are based on institutional affirmative
action programs.
Mrs. Steinberg explained that the extensive reports will be
distributed to the institutions and to others upon request.
Summary reports were distributed at the meeting and are
filed in the Regents' Office.
Mrs. Price stated that it is important that the Chancellor's
Office emphasize its commitment to diversity.
Mrs. Steinberg reported that only through self-reported data
are the data compiled. Students report this data during
registration; however, telephone registration is making this
more difficult, along with the difficulty of establishing
classifications. She did note that all of society, not
just Nevada, is working on the classification issue.
Mrs. Steinberg noted that this is the first time the "UCCSN
Diversity Goals" has been compiled and the institutions
have provided long-range goals and a 5-year benchmark for
measuring the data.
Nevada leads the western states in minority students. Each
institution is different, therefore different goals are
mentioned in the report. The institutions are encouraged
to work with the Chancellor's Office in setting goals.
Mr. Klaich moved to adopt the UCCSN Diversity Goals as
presented. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Dr. Derby applauded the progress that has been made in this
area and commended the staff for compiling the data.
Motion carried.
A question was posed whether an identifiable position in
Chancellor's Office would be created for facilitating
diversity efforts, and Mrs. Steinberg indicated that the
Chancellor would be addressing this issue and would report
to the Board the reorganization efforts for the Chancellor's
Office staff.
Mrs. Steinberg assured the Board that every effort would be
made to work with the institutions' diversity committees
and affirmative action officers to enhance communication,
professional development and Campus climate issues.
Mrs. Steinberg indicated that future reports would include
assessment of progress against the goals in the annual
diversity reports, and would include institutions' prog-
ress in diversity as one criteria for Presidential evalua-
tions.
15. Report and Recommendation of the Academic Research and
Student Affairs Committee
A report and recommendations of the Academic, Research and
Student Affairs Committee was made by Regent Dorothy Galla-
gher, Chairman.
The following action items were reported to and approved by
the Academic Research and Student Affairs Committee at its
June 28, 1995 video conference meeting:
1. Criteria for Submission of New Organizational Units to
the Academic, Research and Student Affairs Committee
2. Approval of UCCSN Organizational Units
3. AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant, CCSN
4. Choice of Catalog to Satisfy Graduation Requirements
for Community College Students
Mr. Graves moved approval of the report and recommendations
of the Academic Research and Student Affairs Committee.
Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
Mrs. Price brought to the attention of the members of the
Board that in vitro fertilization problems that have oc-
cured at the University of California-Irvine.
16. Approved Naming of Institute of Justice Studies, UNR
Approved naming UNR's Institute of Justice Studies after
Governor Grant Sawyer. A letter of recommendation was
distributed and filed with the permanent minutes. Vice
President Hoover highlighted the many accomplishments of
Governor Sawyer which were contained in the letter.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval to name the UNR Center for
Justice Studies the Grant Sawyer Center for Justice
Studies at UNR. Mr. Graves seconded.
Mr. Robert D. Fess, law partner and executive assistant to
Governor Sawyer, spoke on behalf of Governor Sawyer and
related his deepest appreciation for this honor. Governor
Sawyer had recently suffered a stroke and was unable to
attend the meeting.
Mr. Klaich stated that too often UCCSN needs to thank in-
dividuals in the private sector and does so by naming
projects after them; however, the Board does not often
enough honor someone for their lifetime contributions of
giving to the State of Nevada. By naming this institute
after Governor Sawyer it gives the Board the opportunity
to say "Thank You" and the opportunity to preserve Gover-
nor Sawyer's greatest contributions to the State of Nevada
and to society.
Mrs. Sparks added that she was pleased to make this an-
nouncement while the Governor can enjoy the honor. Gover-
nor Sawyer has done so much for Nevada and higher educa-
tion and she stated that he would take much pride in the
honor.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Berkley was brought into the meeting by telephone hook-up.
17. Report and Recommendations of the Audit Committee
A report and recommendations of the Audit Committee was
made by Regent Carolyn Sparks, Chairman:
The following action and information items were reported to
and approved by the Audit Committee at its June 27, 1995
video conference meeting:
1. Audit Report and Recommendation, Extended Education
Division, UNLV
2. Bank Reconciliation Process, UNLV
3. Cash Receipts Procedure
4. Transfer Audit
5. Disclosure Forms
18. Approved the Appointment of President, TMCC
The report and recommendations of the ad hoc TMCC Presi-
dential Search Committee was made by Dorothy Gallagher,
Chairman. She reported that the Regents' ad hoc TMCC
Presidential Search Committee is coming forth without a
recommendation, and that the Institutional Advisory Com-
mittee has recommended Dr. Kenneth Wright. She requested
further discussion from the members of the Board.
Considerable discussion ensued with all Regents, and the
following persons, participating.
Linda Stetter, Chairman of the Institutional Advisory
Committee
Toni Horne, ASTM President
Dan Mc Clure, Counselor
Eric Lauitzen, Chairman of the Department of Art
John Yarnevich, Instructor
Mr. Graves moved approval of the appointment of Dr. Kenneth
Wright as TMCC President at an annual salary of $110,000,
$6000 automobile allowance, $5000 hosting, and 1/2 retire-
ment to be paid by UCCSN, and moving expenses in compliance
with State regulations. Mrs. Berkley seconded.
Motion carried on a roll call vote:
Ayes: Regents Berkley, Derby, Graves, Klaich, Price,
Sparks
Nays: Regents Alden, Gallagher, Phillips
Mr. Klaich moved to unanimously approve the appointment.
Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
The meeting recessed to allow Mrs. Gallagher to make the appro-
priate telephone calls and she reported back to the Board,
which can be found after Item #20. Upon reconvening all Regents
were present except Regents Foley, Gallagher, Graves and Price.
19. Approved Resolution for Authorization for Sale of Bonds, UNR
Approved authorization of the sale of $1,400,000 University
and Community College System of Nevada Universities Revenue
Bonds (University of Nevada, Reno -- Student Union) Series
September 1, 1995 (Resolution #95-8).
Bids will be solicited and a recommendation brought to the
Board for consideration at its September 7, 1995 meeting
after the bids have been received.
Mr. Graves moved approval of the sale of revenue bonds for
UNR's Student Union. Mr. Alden seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Graves returned to the meeting.
20. Approved Resolution: Federal Student Loan Programs
Approved the following resolution concerning Federal student
Loan Programs:
RESOLUTION #95-10
WHEREAS, for nearly half a century, the federal govern-
ment has attempted to ensure that the lack of financial
resources is not a barrier that prevents any qualified
student from going to College, and
WHEREAS, that commitment to access for all qualified
students is now threatened by legislative proposals
to reduce federal spending, and
WHEREAS, Nevada is experiencing unprecedented growth
in the number of high school graduates seeking access
to the Community Colleges and Universities, and
WHEREAS, helping American famililies meet the costs
of College has paid handsome dividends in the past
and will continue to do so in the future; NOW THERE-
FORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Board of Regents of the University and
Community College System of Nevada urge the federal gov-
ernment to maintain student loan programs that encour-
age College participation and make tangible higher edu-
cation as a key element of the American Dream.
Mr. Todd Story, UNLV student, addressed the Board stating
that as a full-time student, who has worked 40 hours per
week, he still needed to receive financial aid. It is
because of the financial aid he has received that he was
able to continue seeking his education.
Dr. Derby moved approval of the resolution supporting the
federal student loan programs. Mrs. Berkley seconded.
Mr. Graves stated that he was having a difficult time
speaking against scholarship money for students, but he
felt that the testimony and this resolution does not ad-
dress the other important implications that are involved.
He stated that this was a political resolution that would
be endorsing UCCSN's current policy on the federal level,
and that this is where he had a problem with the issue.
Mr. Graves stated that he would oppose this resolution
unless further clarification was given.
Dr. Derby stated that this resolution opposes any reduc-
tions in federal spending for student loans. Mr. Graves
stated that the repayment of these loans is an issue with
many problems. Dr. Derby stated that the resolution was
written in broad terms to urge continuation of the student
loan program.
Mrs. Berkley stated that she was approached by some stu-
dents that were concerned with the federal loan programs.
She did not feel that higher education should be balanced
on the backs of students and explained that for every $1
spent on education, the federal government receives $5.
She stated that she would not have completed her educa-
tion without the student loan program. She stated that
there is legislation before Congress to eliminate this
program and this resolution has nothing to do with politics.
She stated that as Regents, the Boards need to deliver
higher education at an affordable cost to the students and
the Board should take a stand on this issue.
Dr. Derby added that the language was specifically written
in broad terms to speak to this issue. It is an issue of
higher education that goes beyond a partisan ship. She
stated that the Board of Regents is elected on a non-
partisan ballot because education is non-partisan. The
financial aid programs impact access for students.
Chairman Eardley requested that the resolution be dis-
tributed to the appropriate persons, including Nevada's
Congressional Delegation.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Gallagher returned to the meeting.
18. Approved the Appointment of President, TMCC (continued)
Mrs. Gallagher reported that she had contacted Dr. Kenneth
Wright and offered him the position of President at Truckee
Meadows Community College, which he accepted.
Mrs. Gallagher stated that she would meet with Dr. Wright
upon his arrival to discuss the various issues that were
discussed during the deliberations of the Regents' ad hoc
TMCC Presidential Search Committee meeting. She told Dr.
Wright that she would fully support his Presidency. He
has agreed to begin his appointment on August 1, 1995, but
would be conducting business prior to that start date.
Mrs. Gallagher reported that the other two candidates were
unreachable at this time, but that she would continue to
contact them.
21. Approved Handbook Changes, International and Study Abroad
Program
Approved the change to the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 14,
Section 6, Review of New International Student Programs,
as contained in Ref. F, filed in the Regents' Office.
Note: This item was moved from the Consent Agenda.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the Handbook change re-
garding the Review of New International Student Programs.
Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
22. Approved the Election of Officers
In accordance with Board of Regents Bylaws, Title 2,
Article IV, Section 2, an election for officers of the
Board was held.
Chairman Eardley called for nominations for Chairman of
the Board.
Mr. Alden nominated Mr. Madison Graves, II.
Mr. Klaich moved approval to close the nominations for
Chairman of the Board. Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion
carried.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the election of Mr. Madison
Graves, II as Chairman of the Board. Mrs. Berkley
seconded. Motion carried.
Chairman Eardley called for nominations for Vice Chairman
of the Board.
Mr. Klaich nominated Dr. Jill Derby.
Mr. Alden moved approval to close the nominations for
Vice Chairman of the Board. Mr. Phillips seconded.
Motion carried.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the election of Dr. Jill
Derby as Vice Chairman of the Board. Mrs. Berkley seconded.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Berkley, having taken part by telephone, left the meeting.
23. Report and Recommendations of the Status of Women Committee
A report and recommendations of the Status of Women Com-
mittee was made by Regent Jill Derby, Chairman. She re-
ported on a joint meeting which was held with the Chairs
of the Campus Status of Women Committees and the Regents'
Status of Women Committee.
The following information items were reported to and ap-
proved by the Status of Women Committee at its June 6,
1995 meeting:
1. Presentation of Annual Campus Progress Report
2. Review of Recommendations of the Report and Recom-
mendations of the Reqents' Committee on the Status
of Women
3. Report of Group Reviewing Chapter 6 of the UCCSN Code
Dr. Derby moved approval of the report of the Status of
Women Committee. Mr. Graves seconded. Motion carried.
24. Approved Resolution: James Eardley
Approved the following resolution honoring Chairman of the
Board James Eardley:
RESOLUTION #95-9
WHEREAS, James Eardley has made the pursuit of academic
excellence and the education of students his top pri-
orities throughout his 40-year career in education; and
WHEREAS, both as President of Truckee Meadows Community
College and as a Regent, James Eardley has been a major
force in the development of comprehensive Community
Colleges in Nevada and has championed their 6-fold mis-
sion of University transfer, applied science and tech-
nology, business and industry partnering, developmental
education, community service and student services; and
WHEREAS, James Eardley was first elected to the Uni-
versity of Nevada Board of Regents in 1986 and the
Regents have benefited enormously from his experience
in and wisdom about higher education; and
WHEREAS, James Eardley served as Vice Chair of the Board
of Regents from 1991-93 and as Chairman of the Board of
Regents from 1993-95, guiding the Board through numerous
critical decisions and transitions with good humor and
constructive leadership; and
WHEREAS, James Eardley and his wife Barbara have devoted
their lives to the betterment of public education in
Nevada; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED that the University and Community College Sys-
tem of Nevada Board of Regents extend their profound
appreciation to James Eardley for his vision of the
mission of public higher education in Nevada and for
his devoted service as Chairman of the Board.
Mr. Graves moved approval of the resolution honoring Dr.
James Eardley. Mr. Alden seconded. Motion carried.
25. Information Only: Report on Attorney General's Lawsuit
General Counsel Klasic reported on the status of Del Papa v.
Board of Regents in that he has answered the complaint and
the Attorney General hopes to begin depositions during the
Summer and Fall months.
26. Information Only: Public Comment
UNLV Faculty Senate Chairman Jerry Landwer reported to the
Board that he has started a telephone campaign to the Legis-
lature on the issue of the cost-of-living adjustment. He
noted that the reduced cost-of-living adjustment for pro-
fessional University staff is being based on the increase
of the merit pool, which does not seem logical. He ques-
tioned whether there was anything else the UNLV faculty
could be doing to persuade the Legislature to keep the
cost-of-living adjustment equal to that of the State's
classified employees.
Mr. Graves stated that the Board of Regents is in total
support of the University professional staff receiving the
same cost-of-living increase as the State's classified
employees and reported that the Chancellor is at the
Legislature at this time trying to persuade the Legisla-
tors.
USA President Jeanine Powers expressed her appreciation to
the Regent members who served on the ad hoc WNCC Presi-
dential Search Committee and wanted them to know that
they are very appreciated.
The meeting adjourned at 4:55 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
06-29-1995