The Board of Visitors of Old Dominion University met for its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 20, 1990, at 2:45 PM in Webb University Center. Present were:
Richard F. Barry III, Rector
Gene R. Carter, Sr.
George Dragas, Jr.
James K. Hall
Ann H. Kilgore
Beverley R. Lawler
Jackson K. Parker
J. Michael Pitchford
Gammiel Poindexter
H. B. Price III
Joyce Strelitz
Sybil M. Walker
Robert E. Washington
Brenda T. Williams
Absent were:J. William Howell
Arnold B. McKinnon
William C. Wiley
Also present were:William B. Spong, Jr., President
Sharon L. Brown
Dana D. Burnett
Paul J. Champagne
Elizabeth Clarke-Heltz
Stephen P. Daniel
The Honorable James. W. Dyke, Jr.
Ruth C. Jones
David F. Harnage
Myron S. Henry
E. Wayne Higgins
Patrick B. Kelly
Kay A. Kemper
Donna W. Meeks
Donna S. Morris
Tara J. Overton
J. Frank Sellew
David T. Shufflebarger
Douglas C. Smith
Richard A. Staneski
Philip Walzer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 5, 1990
Rector Barry asked for approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of April 5, 1990. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the minutes were approved as distributed.
RECTOR'S REPORT
Rector Barry asked board members to adopt the 1990-91 calendar. Following a brief discussion during which concern was raised about the lack of time currently allowed for committee meetings, Mr. Pitchford made a motion that 1990-91 board meetings be scheduled, on a trial basis, to meet over two days, beginning on Wednesday and ending on Thursday. The motion was seconded by Mr. Washington and unanimously supported. The following calendar was adopted (subject to change):
BOARD OF VISITORS CALENDAR
1990-1991
BOARD OF VISITORS MEETINGS
September 26-27, 1990
November 14-15, 1990
April 10-11, 1991
June 19-20, 1991 (Annual Meeting)
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Monday, July 16, 1990, 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 28, 1990, 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 23, 1990, 3:00 p.m.
Monday, December 10, 1990, 3:00 p.m.
Monday, January 14, 1991, 3:00 p.m.
Monday, February 11, 1991, 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 11, 1991, 3:00 p.m.
Monday, May 13, 1991, 3:00 p.m.
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The Rector called on the President for his report. President Spong distributed the President's Annual Report 1989-90 and the second edition of the University's pictorial calendar for 1990-91. He commended the staff of the Office of University Relations for their work on both publications and asked the Board to read the annual report, which contains a collective and comprehensive report of the University's activities during the past academic year, at their convenience.
President Spong reported that on Monday the University entered into a formal agreement with CEBAF (Continuous Electron Beam Accelerator Facility). He commented that the University, (particularly the College of Engineering and the Physics Department) will benefit greatly by formalizing it's relationship with CEBAF.
The first batch of football fee refund checks were mailed and the second batch will be mailed within the next week. The amount of the checks range from $5 for one semester to $164 for the entire refund period.
The Norfolk Foundation has donated $200,000 to the University to refurbish that part of Crittenton Hall which will be used to house the oceanographic center.
President Spong introduced Dr. James W. Dyke, Jr., Secretary of Education. Secretary Dyke commented that he has been visiting with the boards of the state colleges and universities to learn more about what is going on at the different institutions and to communicate those issues of importance to Governor Wilder and his administration. He is interested in establishing a dialogue with each of the institutions so that he can become an advocate for those institutions as he visits around the Commonwealth and the nation and so that the institutions and the administration can work together to achieve excellence in education. This on-going dialogue is particularly important in a year of budget difficulties when institutions will have to make some difficult decisions. Governor Wilder's administration strives to be supportive of Old Dominion University's mission.
Secretary Dyke expressed his appreciation to the Board for their impending action on the resolutions regarding divestiture in South Africa and adoption of Executive Order Number One. The Governor feels very strongly about both issues. Creating an atmosphere where there is equal employment opportunity for all Virginians is high on the Governor's agenda and the administration plans to work with universities to implement their affirmative action plans so that more minorities and women are recruited as students, and for faculty and higher administrative positions.
The administration will be working with the colleges and universities to implement recommendations from the report of the Commission on the University of the 21st Century. These recommendations include providing incentives for faculty members to be good teachers and advisers as well as researchers, and creating a partnership between elementary/secondary education and higher education.
Another priority of the administration is to develop "communities of civility" on college and university campuses. The administration is very concerned with the increase of tension - racial and sexual - on college and university campuses nationwide, and therefore is asking all Virginia state colleges and universities to draw up plans to show how they plan to respond to this so that people will understand that we need to tolerate one another, particularly at a time when we are seeking to promote diversity on our campuses. We cannot have polarization existing on our campuses based on that very diversity. Fortunately the situation is not as severe in Virginia as it is in other states, but we want to deal with it before it becomes a crisis situation. The Governor plans to hold a meeting with the college presidents as a group in late August to discuss this issue.
Secretary Dyke concluded by saying that he is looking forward to working with Dr. Koch on issues that are of particular interest to Old Dominion University. The administration is prepared to work with Dr. Koch to carry out the mission of Old Dominion University so that everyone will know what a fine institution it is.
President Spong distributed a list of Old Dominion University's accomplishments and ongoing activities. Secretary Dyke commented that the administration appreciates the efforts made by Old Dominion University to limit the rate of tuition increases. These efforts have not gone unnoticed by Richmond.
Mr. Lawler commented that he'd like to see more meetings among members of the Boards of Visitors of all the state colleges and universities and the administration so that there can be an exchange of ideas on policy issues. Secretary Dyke said he would work with State Council to set up more frequent meetings of this type.
Rector Barry commented that the Board has spent a great deal of time discussing the recruitment and retention of minority faculty, students and high ranking administrative staff and has had varying degrees of success. While Old Dominion's record in recruiting minority students is among the best in the Commonwealth, the University has not been as successful in recruiting minority faculty and administrators because the supply of candidates is much smaller. It remains at the top of the agenda for discussion at meetings of the Academic Affairs Committee, however, suggestions and input from the administration would be appreciated. Secretary Dyke replied that an advising committee which was implemented during the previous administration has been expanded and is presently working with the institutions to develop recruitment and retention techniques. Emphasis will be placed on creating a larger pool of candidates.
Rector Barry also commented that he found the communities of civility a fascinating concept and would be interested in hearing more on this issue so the Board can participate from the outset. Secretary Dyke said that copies of his speech to State Council, which go into greater detail on this issue, will be distributed by Gordon Davies. The administration will not try to regular speech or conduct, but hopes to create an atmosphere on each campus where people have a better understanding and tolerance of one another. If this is going to work, the personal involvement of the presidents and boards of visitors is necessary.
The Rector thanked Secretary Dyke for his comments.
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER ONE (90)
Following a brief introduction by Rector Barry, a motion to approve the following resolution was duly made, seconded, and unanimously adopted:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER ONE (90)
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President, the Board of Visitors adopts as policy the Governor's Executive Order Number One (90), "Equal Employment Opportunity" as stated below:
EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER ONE (90)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
By virtue of the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby declare that it is the firm and unwavering policy of the Commonwealth of Virginia to assure equal employment opportunity for all state employees and for all applicants for state employment.
This policy specifically prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or political affiliation, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities.
State appointing authorities and other management principals are hereby directed to take affirmative measures, as determined by the Director, Department of Personnel and Training, to emphasize the recruitment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, and older Virginians to serve at all levels of state government.
This policy does not permit or require the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance standards, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment.
Allegations of violations of this policy shall be brought to the attention of the Office of Equal Employment Services of the Department of Personnel and Training. No state appointing authority, other management principals, or supervisors shall take retaliatory actions against persons making such allegations.
Any state employee found in violation of this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.
This Executive Order supersedes and rescinds Executive Order Number One (86), Equal Employment Opportunity, issued by Governor Gerald L. Baliles on January 11, 1986.
This Executive Order shall become effective upon its signing and will remain in full force and effect unless amended or rescinded by further executive order.
Given under my hand and under the Seal of the Commonwealth of Virginia this 13th day of January, 1990.
/s/ Lawrence Douglas Wilder
Governor
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT BOARD POLICY NUMBER 1102
Rector Barry called on Mrs. Kilgore to present the resolution. Mrs. Kilgore moved adoption of Board of Visitors Policy #1102: "Communications With the Board of Visitors." The motion was seconded by Mr. Pitchford. Rector Barry called for discussion. Mr. Lawler commented that he is concerned with the perception of this action and hopes that everyone understands that this resolution simply states that the president has the authority to develop the methods by which constituent groups will communicate with the Board and that in no way will this curtail communications. It will, more than likely, expedite communications.
Admiral Parker commented that he doesn't see this as denying anyone their right to access to the Board; it merely puts some discipline into the process so that the potential for eroding the president's authority is minimized. Mr. Hall added that he sees it as being a move to strengthen the presidential office.
Mrs. Poindexter commented that she has some concern with the new policy because the current policy, in her view, has worked well during the time she's been a member of the Board. It was her opinion that board meetings are enhanced by the comments of the invited guests.
Mr. Pitchford commented that when he was student body president 13 or 14 years ago, he operated under the current policy. At that time, however, without question, all communications were channeled through the president. It seems that what has developed during the last few years is an aberration of the original intent of the policy. This new policy will give a certain level of discipline to the process and, more importantly, will make it incumbent upon the president to seek out and identify problems and/or good news to bring to the Board in a more organized fashion.
Dr. Carter commented that, in his view as an administrator, the proposed policy is the proper way to function. He interprets the new policy as being a reaffirmation of the Board's concern for two-way communication between itself, the administration, and the constituencies the University serves. The responsibility is being placed in the proper location - the presidential office - and the Board, in turn, holds the president accountable for carrying out that responsibility.
The Rector asked Dr. Frank Sellew, President of the Alumni Association, for his comments. Dr. Sellew said that the Alumni Association views the communications between the Board of Visitors and the Association as a "training ground" for future volunteers for the University. In fact, two members of the Board - Mike Pitchford and Jim Hall - had their start on the Alumni Association. It provides an opportunity to be involved in committees and to understand the workings of the university administration and the Board of Visitors. However, after the Association carefully reviewed the proposed policy and its intention, and in anticipation of Dr. Koch's reputation for involvement of all parties that are concerned, particularly the alumni support, the Association would support the proposed resolution.
Rector Barry pointed out that the proposed resolution is not the original proposal. A number of criticisms were voiced about the original proposal and the Board has tried to accommodate those concerns.
The Rector called on Dr. Paul Champagne, Chairman of the Faculty Senate, for his comments. Dr. Champagne said that he interprets the proposed resolution exactly as others have expressed - that this is just a way to bring some order to the process and not a means to break down communication. The Faculty Senate would support this resolution.
The Rector called on Ms. Tara Overton, Student Body President, for her remarks. Ms. Overton indicated that although she prefers the current policy, she would have no problem supporting the one proposed. If, however, a future president happens not to be as open to communication as President Spong or President Koch, she would like to see the Board reconsider this policy.
With no further discussion, the following resolution was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT BOARD POLICY NUMBER 1102:
"COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE BOARD OF VISITORS"
WHEREAS, a question has arisen as to seemingly conflicting policies of the Board with respect to formal communication between the Board and the University Community; and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to identify a specific mechanism for formal communication between the Board and the University Community; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed that formal communication to the Board from the University Community, and from the Board to the University Committee, is best provided through the Office of the President.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Board Policy numbered 1102, approved on June 15, 1972; as revised September 16, 1983, is hereby repealed, and in its place and stead the following Policy is hereby enacted:
Communications With the Board of Visitors
1. It is the policy of the Board of Visitors that there shall be useful exchange of information between the Board and the various constituencies served by the University. The purpose of this policy is to enable the Board to make informed judgments in taking actions that affect the governance of the University. To that end, the President, as Chief Executive Officer, is charged with the responsibility of maintaining communication between the Board and the various University constituencies, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and members of the communities served by the University, as appropriate.
2. The President is expected to inform the Board in an accurate and timely fashion of the views of various University constituencies and to apprise and educate the Board concerning significant issues, opportunities, achievements, and concerns that have or will confront the University and those constituencies. To aid in that process, the President is encouraged to invite other members of the University community to attend and participate in meetings of the Board or its committees. The President, in choosing representatives of constituencies to participate in meetings, may select representatives from existing support organizations now serving the University, such as:
Faculty Senate
Student Senate
Alumni Association
University-affiliated Foundations
In addition, when relevant and appropriate, the President may, from time to time, arrange for other informed faculty, staff, students, alumni, benefactors, friends, and interested parties to present views to the Board or its committees.
3. Members of any University constituency who desire to make their views known to the Board on a particular issue should request the President to present those views to the Board, or request the President to provide them with the opportunity to do so in person at a future meeting of the Board or one of its committees. It is within the discretion of the President to determine the most appropriate way for those views to be communicated to the Board.
4. In order to ensure that the Board is conversant with the wide variety of issues, opportunities, achievements, and concerns that exist in the University community, the President is encouraged to provide the Board with broadest possible exposure to University life. In addition to the foregoing, this may be accomplished by presentations by members of the University community at the meetings of the board or its committees, and on-site meetings or informational sessions held in a variety of University facilities and locations, both on and off the main campus.
RESOLUTION TO REPEAL BOARD POLICIES AND PROCEDURES NUMBERED 1101, 1110, 1201, AND 1202
Mrs. Kilgore presented the following resolution which, upon a motion duly made and seconded, was unanimously passed:
RESOLUTION TO REPEAL BOARD POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
NUMBERED 1101, 1110, 1201 AND 1202
WHEREAS, the Board has amended its Bylaws incorporating the substance of a number of Board Policies and Procedures; and
WHEREAS, the need for certain Policies and Procedures no longer exists.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Board Policies and Procedures numbered 1101, 1110, 1201 and 1202 be repealed.
REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES
STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
The Rector called on Mr. Lawler, vice chairman, to give the report of the Student Affairs Committee in the absence of Chairman McKinnon. Mr. Lawler reported that the Committee viewed a video summarizing the athletics program over the past year. The sailing team won two national championships; the Lady Monarchs field hockey team lost only two matches all season and finished second in the NCAA championship; the baseball team earned a spot in the NCAA tournament; the soccer team received a first-ever NCAA division I tournament bid; the Lady Monarchs basketball team advanced to the second round of the NCAA tournament; and the wrestling team finished their season winning three of their final four matches. Jim Jarrett commented on the fact that student athletes are also doing well academically.
Dr. Maggi Curry-Williams, assistant to the vice president for student services, described the Parents' Association program. The Association, which is only four years old, has taken an active role in the University by recruiting students, suggesting program improvements, and fundraising. In the past three years the Association has raised enough money to fund two endowed and two annual scholarships. Ms. Curry-Williams introduced Mrs. Ruth Rothman, vice president of the Parents' Association, who shared her extensive involvement with the program and the University.
Dr. Richard Parrent, director of admissions, reported that due to the decline in the number of high school graduates, the University has experienced a decline in the number of freshman applicants for next year. This parallels the situation at other state institutions. Last fall our freshman applications were down 15 percent from the year before, and the situation will not improve this year. However, transfer applications increased by one percent and graduate applications have increased by 14 percent. In addition, Old Dominion University has been selected as a sponsoring member of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, and will enroll eight national merit finalists next year.
Dr. Dana Burnett reported on student retention. Students are being tracked over a six-year period to study the drop-out rate and to see which students leave the University for a period of time and then return. Nationally, 43 percent of the freshman class graduates; at Old Dominion University 45 percent of the freshman class graduates. In addition, the graduation rate for black and white students is similar, as is the rate for provisional students.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
The Rector called on Mrs. Kilgore for the report of the Academic Affairs Committee. Mrs. Kilgore reported that Dr. John Broderick, interim director of inter-national programs, reported on the linkage agreements between Old Dominion Univer-sity and other universities around the world. He said that half of the linkages now in place have been initiated within the last eighteen months, and the oldest ones date back only to 1982. Old Dominion now has eleven such agreements.
Dr. Myron Henry reported on promotions in academic rank and reviewed the annual report of the Academic Affairs Committee for 1989-90. He provided an update on the self-study which will begin in the next few months. The steering committee is in the process of preparing the first preliminary report which is due to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in July.
The following resolutions were brought forth as recommendations from the Committee and were unanimously approved:
PERSONNEL APPOINTMENTS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitor approves the following personnel appointments:
Name and Rank - Salary - Effective Date - Term
Dr. Derya Alasya - $46,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Engineering Management
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Alasya received a B.S. in Computer Science, an M.S. and a Ph.D. in Engineering Management in 1985, 1987 and 1989 respec-tively from the University of Missouri-Rolla. From September 1988 to May 1989 she was employed as a graduate student assistant at Missouri Incu Tech Foundation. Since January 1988, Dr. Alasya has been employed as a graduate research assistant at the Center for Technology Transfer and Economic Development at the University of Missouri-Rolla. Dr. Alasya has one publication to her credit and has given a presentation at the ORSA/TIMS National Conference. She is a member of the Institute of Industrial Engineers and the American Society of Engineering Management.
Mr. Erland James Baesler - $29,400 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Speech Communication and Theater Arts
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Baesler received a B.A. in Human Relations/Communication and an M.A. in Communication in 1983 and 1985 respectively from San José State University. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Arizona. Since 1985 Mr. Baesler has been employed as a graduate teaching and research associate in the Department of Communication at the University of Arizona. Mr. Baesler has several publications to his credit and has presented papers at meetings and conventions. He is a member of the International Communication Association and the Speech Communication Association.
Ms. Rebecca O. Barclay - $29,200 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of English
(Tenure Track)
Ms. Barclay received an A.B. in Theatre Arts in 1973 from Randolph-Macon Women's College and an M.A. in English in 1977 from Farleigh Dickinson University (United Kingdom). She is currently working on her Ph.D. in English from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Ms. Barclay was employed during the fall and spring of 1986 and the academic year 1987-88 as an instructor in the Department of English at Old Dominion University. Since August 1988 she has been employed as a teaching assistant and writing consultant at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Ms. Barclay has numerous publications to her credit and has given several presentations at conferences and meetings. She is a member of the National Council of Teachers of English, the Society for Technical Communication, and the Speech Communication Association.
Dr. Przemyslaw Bogacki - $34,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Bogacki received an M.S. in Mathematics in 1986 from A. Mickiewicz University in Poznan (Poland) and a Ph.D. in Numerical Analysis in 1990 from Southern Methodist University. Since August 1987 Dr. Bogacki has been employed as a teaching assistant at Southern Methodist University and as a research assistant during the summers of 1987 and 1988. He has had three papers accepted for publications in SIAM Journal on Scientific and Statistical Computation, 10, Applied Mathematics Letters, 2, and Computer and Mathematics With Applications.
Mr. Craig M. Cameron - $29,200 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of History
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Cameron received a B.A. in History in 1980 from Connecticut College and an M.A. in History in 1986 from the University of Chicago. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in History from the University of Chicago. From 1980 to 1984 Mr. Cameron served in the United States Marine Corps. During the 1988-89 semester, Mr. Cameron was employed as a Preceptor for the Committee on International Relations at the University of Chicago and as an instructor since January 1990. Mr. Cameron has one publication forthcoming, "Marines in World War II," Historical Dictionary of the United States Marine Corps.
Dr. Loretta Cardinale - $32,400 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Educational Curriculum and Instruction
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Cardinale received a B.S. in Biology/Microbiology and an M.Ed. in Science Education in 1976 and 1987 respectively from Gannon University, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in 1990 from The Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Cardinale was employed as an instructional team teacher in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at The Pennsylvania State University during the summer and spring of 1988, as an instructor during the 1988-89 academic year in the Office of Continuing Education, and as a supplemental instruction supervisor in the Learning Assistance Center since the fall of 1989-90.
Dr. Dongsae Cho - $55,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Associate Professor of Finance
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Cho received a B.B.A. in Accounting in 1968 from Korea University, and an M.A.S. in Accounting and a Ph.D. in Finance in 1977 and 1982 respectively from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Since 1982 Dr. Cho has been employed as an assistant professor at the University of Minnesota. He has numerous publications to his credit and has given presentations at meetings and conferences. He is a member of the American Risk and Insurance Association and the Western Risk and Insurance Association.
Ms. Elizabeth Anne Dowling - $31,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
(Tenure Track)
Ms. Dowling received a B.G.S. in Basic Sciences and an M.S. in Physical Education in 1980 and 1985 respectively from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is currently working on her Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Virginia. From 1978 to 1987 Ms. Dowling was employed as a part time instructor in the Department of Health Science/Biology at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and in the Department of Health and Physical Education at Virginia Commonwealth University during 1986-87. Since 1987 Ms. Dowling has been employed as a graduate assistant in the Department of Health and Physical Education at the University of Virginia. She has several publications to her credit and has given numerous presentations at meetings and conferences. Ms. Dowling is a member of the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance; American College of Sports Medicine and the National Society of Cardiopulmonary Technology.
Ms. Elaine J. Hall - $31,100 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Sociology and Criminal Justice
(Tenure Track)
Ms. Hall received a B.A. in Sociology in 1963 from the University of California at Santa Barbara and an M.A. in Sociology in 1985 from the University of Connecticut. She is currently working on her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Connecticut. From 1985 to 1989 Ms. Hall was employed as a teaching assistant/ lecturer at the University of Connecticut. Since 1990 she has been employed as a lecturer at the University of Hartford. Ms. Hall has several publications to her credit and has given presentations at conferences and meetings. She is a member of the American Sociological Association, Eastern Sociological Association and Sociologists for Women in Society.
Mr. Robert Handfield - $51,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Management Information Systems/Decision Sciences
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Handfield received a B.S. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics in 1985 from the University of British Columbia. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Operations Management from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. During the spring and fall of 1988-89 Mr. Handfield was employed as a teaching and research assistant at the University of North Carolina. He has several publications to his credit.
Dr. Dana A. Heller - $31,500 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of English
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Heller received a B.A. in English in 1980 from Goddard College, an M.F.A. in Creative Writing in 1982 from Columbia University, and a Ph.D. in English in 1989 from City University of New York. From September 1985 to May 1988 Dr. Heller was employed as a graduate assistant at Hunter College. Since September 1989 she has been employed as a visiting assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island. Dr. Heller has several publications to her credit and has given presentations at conferences and conventions. She is a member of the Modern Language Association and the American Culture Association.
Dr. Jiashi Hou - $34,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Hou received a B.S. in Mathematics in 1982 from Shanghai University of Science and Technology (China), and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics in 1984 and 1989 respectively from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Since July 1986 Dr. Hou has been employed on the research staff of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Columbia University. He has sixteen publications to his credit. Dr. Hou is a member of the Society of Industrial and Applied Mathematics, the American Mathematical Society and the American Society of Mechanical Engineering.
Dr. Fang Q. Hu - $34,000 - 8/1/90 -10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Hu received a B.S. and M.S. in Mathematics in 1982 and 1985 respectively from Zhejiang University (China) and a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics in 1990 from Florida State University. During the past four years Dr. Hu has been employed as a research assistant in the Department of Mathematics at Florida State University. Dr. Hu has three publications to his credit. He is a member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astro-nautics and the American Mathematical Society.
Dr. Tommie L. Jackson - $36,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of English
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Jackson received a B.A. in English in 1972 from Paine College, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in English in 1973 and 1985 respectively from the University of Nebraska. Since 1986 Dr. Jackson has been employed as an Assistant Professor of English at St. Cloud State University. Dr. Jackson has three publications to her credit with an additional one in press and has given presentations at conventions and conferences. She is a member of the African Literature Association, Modern Language Association of America and the Southern Conference on Afro-American Studies, Inc.
Dr. Andreas Klein - $35,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Physics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Klein received a Diploma and a Ph.D. in Nuclear Experimental Physics in 1981 and 1986 respectively from the University of Basel (Switzerland). Since October 1985 he has been employed as a postdoctoral associate working in experimental pion physics at Los Alamos Meson Physics Facility at New Mexico State University. Dr. Klein has numerous publications to his credit and has given presentations at conferences.
Dr. Wu Li - $34,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Li received a B.S. in Mathematics in 1982 from Zhejiang Normal University (China), an M.S. in Mathematics in 1984 from Hangzhou University (China), an M.S. in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Mathematics in 1990 from The Pennsylvania State University. From 1985 to 1986 Dr. Li was employed as a lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at Hangzhou University. Since 1987 he has been employed as a teaching assistant in the Department of Mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Li has had ten research papers published and has written one monograph. He has also had some of his research results cited in other publications.
Mr. Gregory Noronha - $55,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Finance
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Noronha received a B.S.E. in Engineering in 1984 from the University of Michigan and an M.B.A. in Finance in 1986 from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Finance from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. From 1986 to 1988 Mr. Noronha was employed as a Research Assistant at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and as a part-time instructor since 1988.
Mr. David Putney - $29,200 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Philosophy
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Putney received a B.A. in Japanese Language and Literature in 1973 from the University of Washington and an M.S. in Philosophy in 1985 from the University of Hawaii. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Hawaii. Since 1985 Mr. Putney has been employed as a research lecturer at the University of Hawaii. He was also employed as a lecturer during the summers of 1988 and 1989. Mr. Putney has two publications to his credit.
Dr. Mark W. Scerbo - $37,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Psychology
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Scerbo received a B.A. in Psychology in 1981 from Rutgers University, an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Psychology in 1981 and 1985 respectively from the University of Cincinnati. From September 1985 to February 1987 he was employed as an instructor at the University of Cincinnati. Since March 1987 Dr. Scerbo has been employed as director of research at AT&T Systems Evaluation Center. He has also been employed as an adjunct assistant professor at Rutgers University since January 1988. Dr. Scerbo has numerous publications to his credit and has given presentations at meetings and conferences. He is a member of the Southern Society for Philosophy and Psychology and the Human Factors Society.
Dr. Henry Thurston-Griswold - $30,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Thurston-Griswold received a B.A. in Secondary Spanish/Music in 1981 from State University of New York at Cortland and an M.A. in Spanish and a Ph.D. in Hispanic Literature in 1983 and 1989 respectively from the University of Texas at Austin. From 1985 to December 1989 Dr. Thurston-Griswold was employed as an assistant instructor. Since January 1990 he has been employed as a lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin. He has three publications to his credit and has given presentations at conferences. Dr. Thurston-Griswold is a member of the Modern Language Association, Phi Kappa Phi and Kappa Delta Pi.
Mr. Robert Wojtowicz - $30,100 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Instructor of Art
(Tenure Track)
Mr. Wojtowicz received a B.A. and an M.A. in American Civilization in 1983 from the University of Pennsylvania and an M.A. in Art History in 1984 from Columbia University. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Art History from the University of Pennsylvania. During the summer and spring of 1986 and 1987 Mr. Wojtowicz was employed as a teaching fellow, grader and instruc-tor at the University of Pennsylvania. He was also employed as a project assistant during the summer of 1989 with The Society of Architectural Historians and as a general assistant with the Furness Memorial Shakespeare Library at the University of Pennsylvania. He has several publications to his credit and has given lectures to various organizational meetings.
Dr. Nancy Wulwick - $42,000 - 8/1/90 - 10 mos.
Assistant Professor of Economics
(Tenure Track)
Dr. Wulwick received a B.A. Honours in History and an M.Sc. in Applied Economics in 1970 and 1977 respectively from the University of London, and a Ph.D. in Economics in 1981 from the University of Kent at Canterbury. Since fall 1987 Dr. Wulwick has been employed as an Assistant Professor of Economics at California State University at Sacramento. She has numerous published articles, papers and essays to her credit and has been invited to give presentations at workshops and conferences. Dr. Wulwick is a member of the Southern Economic Association, the Eastern Economic Association and the American Economic Association.
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APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Dr. John P. Broderick as Director of International Programs, effective July 1, 1990.
Dr. Broderick received a B.A. in French/Education from LaSalle University and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Linguistics from Georgetown University. He became a faculty member at Old Dominion University in 1975 and holds the rank of professor in the Department of English. He is the author of two books and numerous articles and papers on language variation, discourse structure, rhetoric, and English as a second language. He served as Associate Dean of Arts and Letters at Old Dominion University from 1982 to 1985, and has had extensive experience in international studies and programming.
In 1980 Dr. Broderick chaired the International Programs subcommittee that proposed the English Language Center, which now provides intensive courses in English as a second language at Old Dominion University. In 1986 he spent several weeks lecturing in Morocco as part of a grant to Old Dominion University from the United States Information Agency, and in 1987-88 he participated in a year-long non-Western studies seminar funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
After becoming Interim Director of International Programs in 1987, he took over management of both the above grants and was awarded two additional grants, one an individual Fulbright Award to spend April 1988 in West Germany studying its system of higher educa-tion, and the other a Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad Grant through which he led a group of 12 faculty to Morocco for six weeks in May and June of 1989 to study linguistics and cultural diversity.
During the three years he has served as interim director, Old Dominion University increased the number of summer study abroad courses from two or three a year to eight. He expects to continue these initiatives and to broaden the number of opportunities for Old Dominion University students and faculty to spend a full year or semester abroad.
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APPOINTMENT OF ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF
ARCHITECTURAL AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Mr. John Payne Hammond as Associate Director of Architectural and Construction Services, with the rank of instructor, effective May 1, 1990.
Mr. Hammond received a Bachelor of Architecture in 1974 from Washington State University and a Master of Architecture in 1975 from the University of Idaho. From August 1986 to August 1989 Mr. Hammond was employed as Assistant Director for Facilities Planning at George Mason University. Since August 1989 he has been employed as Senior Educational Facilities Planner at the University of California at San Diego. He has two publications to his credit. Mr. Hammond is a Registered Architect with the Liberia Commerce of Architects.
Salary: $45,500 for 12 months.
Rank: Associate Director of Architectural and Construction Services/Instructor
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REVISED EMERITUS APPOINTMENT
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves changing the emeritus rank of Dr. Carolyn H. Rhodes from Professor Emeritus of English to Professor Emeritus of English and Women's Studies upon her retirement from the University, effective May 31, 1990.
Rationale: At its meeting of April 5, 1990, the Board of Visitors approved the rank of "Professor Emeritus of English" to Dr. Carolyn H. Rhodes. She has requested that "and Women's Studies" be added to that rank. It was recommended and approved by the department chairman, college dean, vice president for academic affairs and the president.
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SIX-YEAR CURRICULAR PLAN
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the following four program proposals for submission to the State Council of Higher Education as part of the Six-Year Curricular Plan. (Summaries of the program proposals are included in the Academic Affairs Committee Agenda.)
For Possible Initiation in Fall 1991
Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
For Possible Initiation in Fall 1992
Doctor of Philosophy in International Studies
Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics
For Possible Initiation in Fall 1994
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
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APPOINTMENT OF FACULTY MEMBER WITH TENURE
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment and award of tenure to Dr. Brenda S. Nichols in the School of Nursing effective August 1, 1990.
Salary: $60,000 for 10 months effective August 1, 1990. Salary includes a $3,000 stipend for serving as school chair.
Academic Rank: Associate Professor of Nursing
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APPOINTMENT OF FACULTY MEMBER WITH TENURE
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment and award of tenure to Dr. Kae H. Chung in the Department of Management effective August 1, 1990.
Salary: $86,500 for 10 months effective August 1, 1990. Salary includes a $1,500 stipend for serving as department chair.
Academic Rank: Professor of Management
Mrs. Kilgore reported that the Committee recessed and reconvened in executive session. At the conclusion of executive session, the Committee reconvened in open session and reported that it upheld the president's recommendation on the compensation plan for vice presidents.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE
Rector Barry called on Mr. Washington for the report of the Buildings and Grounds Committee. Mr. Washington reported that the Committee received information on the University's application for grant funds available from the National Science Foundation's academic research facility moderniza-tion program. The grant will provide for matching funds to assist the University in the project to renovate the 3,000 square foot building located on 47th Street. This project would provide improved facilities to support oceanographic research programs, physics research and engineering clinic projects. It would also provide for the relocation of the wind tunnel now located in Kaufman Duckworth Hall. The Committee heard a presentation from the architects on this project and reviewed the plans. The building that's proposed for renovation is in excellent condition. It was constructed around 1960 and has been renovated once since then with structural and mechanical improvements. The University already has approval from the Commonwealth to proceed with this project and execute a 20-year lease amortized at cost over time. The University was notified in April that the initial proposal submitted to the National Science Foundation was considered to be among the most competitive reviewed, and the University has been invited to submit a phase II proposal. This detailed proposal will be submitted in July, and the final funding determination should be available in January, 1991. If successful, the University could receive as much as $600,000 in grant funding to support the $1.2 million project.
The Committee heard a presentation from representatives of the Department of Transportation and the architectural design firm engaged to provide an overview of the state highway project to widen Hampton Boulevard. This is a project that the Board has been following with interest for some time. They expect the project to begin construction in August 1991, and take approximately two years to complete. The project will present numerous vehicular, pedestrian and circulation concerns and hardships during the course of construction, but when completed, will provide a number of benefits. Hampton Boulevard will be widened to provide for a two-lane landscaped median divided thoroughfare and the 43rd and 49th Street intersections will also be widened and improved. Traffic and pedestrian circulation lanes will be improved to provide for safety and easier access to the campus. In addition, the front of the campus will be improved by the elimination of the unsightly chain link fence, and all power and communication lines will be placed underground on the west side of Hampton Boulevard.
Wayne Higgins reviewed the capital outlay progress report. All projects are moving along well. The Fine Arts building renovation project has been delayed for approximately one and one half months because of problems with air conditioning, underground obstructions and cables. Those problems have been resolved and the project is moving forward. There is, however, approximately a $50,000 budget overage as a result of some of these problems. The construction of Phase I of Fine Arts is also slightly behind schedule but the project otherwise is moving along well. The construction of Phase I of athletic facilities is almost two months ahead of schedule and is also proceeding well. The Webb Center project and the construction of the parking deck should be out to bid in the very near future.
Mr. Lawler asked if power lines could be placed underground on both sides of Hampton Boulevard, and not just on the west side. Mr. Washington said that to do so would be at the University's expense, since it will not be paid for by the Highway Department.
The Rector called on Mrs. Strelitz to give the report of the Development Committee. Mrs. Strelitz presented the following resolution as a recommendation from the Development Committee, which was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION REGARDING CRITTENTON HALL
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President and the Development Committee, the action of the Board of Visitors on June 16, 1988, to name the Old Administration Building Annex Crittenton Hall is hereby rescinded.
Rationale: The University's success in being awarded a Center for Excellence in Physical Coastal Oceanography has changed the University's plans for the use of the Crittenton Hall facility owned by the Educational Foundation.
Mrs. Strelitz reported that Bill Eisenbeiss provided an update on the progress of the Annual Fund Campaign. At this time the University is 60 percent, or $1 million, towards its goal of $1.6 million. Not only are we ahead in pledges from last year at this time, but we are also ahead in the amount of actual money collected. Many new people have been recruited as volunteers and a lot of enthusiasm has been generated.
Doug Smith reported on the project to enhance the Child Study Center. This project will cost approximately $4 million, $1 million of which is proposed to be raised from the private sector. Mr. Robert Stanton is heading up that effort, which is well underway. This fundraising effort will be focused specifically on those potential donors who are known to be interested in this project.
Donna Morris, Director of Alumni Relations, reported on behalf of the Alumni Association. She reported that approximately 1,000 alumni have been recruited as volunteers in the Annual Fund Campaign, 400 of whom are new volunteers. She also reported that the Association recently sponsored a legislative golf tournament.
David Shufflebarger and Bill Eisenbeiss reported on the activities of the Educational Foundation. There is a decision among the members of that board that they want to become more aggressive in the fundraising area in addition to their responsibilities as stewards of the educational foundation money. The advance campaign, which involves the solicitation of all the members of the seven boards associated with the university, has been very successful and has shown a $25,000 increase over last year.
Jim Jarrett reported on the intercollegiate foundation activities. He reported that the average gift of the 46-member board of trustees is $3,000. He also reported on the additional fundraising activities in which the foundation is engaged, such as advertising and ticket sales and promoting summer camp programs.
Doug Smith shared with the Committee his observations and recommendations for the Office of Development, which he also plans to share with both President Spong and President-elect Koch. His comments generated a lively discussion among the committee members and many comments were made about the University's image and how it can be improved.
The Committee recessed and reconvened in executive session but did not take any action.
FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE
Rector Barry called on Mr. Hall for the report of the Finance and Audit Committee. Mr. Hall reported that the Committee met on June 6 and approved a resolution regarding divestment of individual holdings in those U.S. companies having direct investments in South Africa. The resolution, subject to the Board's approval, reaffirms the Board's 1985 policy regarding the South African situation and directs the Vice President for Administrative Services to implement a policy of divestment in individual holdings in those U.S. companies having direct investments in South Africa. It should be noted that this resolution does not include the holdings of university foundations, as they are independent entities, nor does it include investments of the Common Fund, because the Common Fund is made up of a group of mutual funds. The Common Fund is governed by a policy similar to the University's 1985 policy whereby invest-ments are made in companies that subscribe to the statement of principles for South Africa, previously known the Sullivan Principles. Mr. Hall reported that as additional clarification is provided by the Governor to his executive order 8, investments with the Common Fund may need to be reexamined at some future date. The University has advised its financial advisors to not purchase additional stocks or debt instruments of U.S. companies with direct investments in South Africa. Further, based on a report from the vice president for administrative services, the University intends, subject to the Board's approval of this resolution, to divest of the individual holdings in those U.S. companies within 90 days.
In response to a question from Ms. Poindexter, Mr. Higgins reported that the grand total of funds held by the institu-tion is $6.6 million and, of that amount, slightly less than four percent is invested in U.S. companies with direct involvement in South Africa and will therefore be divested.
Mr. Barry commented that this resolution is intended to be a good faith effort to follow the Governor's directive. The problem that Mr. Hall's committee faces is that the Governor's directive has not yet been clarified in a number of respects and will, in due course, be subject to clarification. This is the Committee's recommendation as to the best the University can presently do, given the interpretation of the Governor's directive.
The following resolution was brought forth as a recommendation from the Committee and was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION REGARDING DIVESTMENT OF INDIVIDUAL HOLDINGS
IN THOSE U.S. COMPANIES HAVING DIRECT INVESTMENTS
IN SOUTH AFRICA
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors of Old Dominion University in 1985 found the apartheid policy of South Africa to be morally repugnant and adopted a policy restricting investment in companies doing business in South Africa; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors desires to reaffirm its strong opposition to the policy of apartheid in South Africa; and
WHEREAS, the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia has issued an executive order concerning the investment of public funds in corporations which have substantive interests in South Africa; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors desires to continue to address this issue responsibly, mindful of its social as well as fiduciary obligations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors of Old Dominion University, exercising its legal authority and responsibility under Virginia Code Sections 23.81 and 55.268.4, directs the Vice President for Administrative Services to begin to implement a policy of divestment in individual holdings in those United States companies having direct investments in South Africa -- that is, material assets controlled by the home corporation, such as inventories, sales offices, manufacturing operations or employees which are so identified on lists published by the Inventory Responsibility Research Center.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board periodically will reexamine the divestment issue, following closely any changes and conditions in South Africa that might warrant reinvestment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the pace of divestment shall be determined by the Vice President for Administrative Services consistent with the Board's legal responsibility, as defined in Code Section 55.268.6, to "exercise ordinary business care and prudence . . . and to consider long and short-term needs of the institution in carrying out its educational . . . purposes, its present and anticipated financial requirements, expected total returns on its investment, price level trends, and general economic conditions." The Vice President for Administrative Services is directed to report regularly to the Finance and Audit Committee and to the full Board on actions taken pursuant to this policy.
Mr. Hall reported that at the June 6th meeting the Committee also approved a resolution to sell commissions from bookstore operations to the extent necessary to retire 20-year 9D revenue bonds to finance the purchase of property along the south side of 43rd Street. This acquisition was previously approved by the Board and the General Assembly. The properties have been acquired and financed by a temporary loan of almost $2 million that was obtained from the state treasury. The University has engaged the firm of Willcox and Savage to serve as bond counsel and to assist the University in securing permanent financing. The current bookstore management contract provides for any payments in an amount equal to several times the anticipated debt service on the bond and, while the contract expires in 1991, any renewal or replacement contract would generate a stream of income substantially in excess of the debt service on the bond.
The following resolution was brought forth as a recommendation from the Committee and was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION TO FINANCE
43RD STREET PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Finance and Audit Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the Committee's recommendation to pledge commissions (financial guarantees) from bookstore operations to the extent necessary to retire twenty year 9D revenue bonds that will be issued to finance the purchase of properties along the south side of 43rd Street. Commissions in excess of the amount needed to fund the annual principal and interest payments shall be available for any lawful purpose.
At the June 6th meeting the Committee received a report on audit for fiscal year 1989 from the Auditor of Public Accounts. This report contains a number of audit deficiencies that need to be addressed. The Committee reviewed a detailed action plan that is intended to correct a substantial portion of these deficiencies by January 1991. Mr. Bill Cole, the director of the University's audit, noted that he was encouraged with this plan and that he would work with the University's staff in addressing this matter. The Finance and Audit Committee will receive regular progress reports until this matter is resolved. It is important to note that in spite of these deficiencies which are being addressed, the audit report did contain an unqualified opinion on the financial statements of the University.
At today's meeting the Committee approved the 1990-91 operating budget and brings it to the Board for its approval. The proposed budget for 1990-91 is $121 million, which represents an increase of 4.8 percent over the 1989-90 budget. In the distribution of funds, a larger share of the University's resources was given to instruction and academic support than was done in 1989-90. The University's general fund base budget was reduced by 5 percent, or $2.6 million, for 1990-91 due to Commonwealth fiscal restraints. The Board authorized the University to offset one half of this reduction by increasing tuition and fees. The remainder of the reduction was addressed by budget reductions across the University. These reductions attempted to protect the University's academic programs. In spite of the reduction, the University did receive new funding for the coming year in certain areas. Among the enhancements are salary increases for faculty at 3.9 percent and for classified staff at 5 percent, expansion of the Virginia Beach Graduate Center, new allocations from the Higher Education Equipment Trust Fund, and renewed funding of the maintenance reserve.
The following resolution was brought forth as a recommendation from the Committee and was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1989-90 OPERATING PLAN
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President and the Finance and Audit Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the proposed expenditure plan as displayed below and as contained in Report 3 of the University's 1990-91 Operating Budget and Plan.
REPORT 3
UNIVERSITY EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
(in thousands)
| Expenditure Categories | Budgeted
1988-89 | Actual
1988-89 | Budgeted
1989-90 | Estimated
1989-90 | Proposed
1990-91 |
| Expenditures and Transfers |  | | | | |
| Educational Programs | | | | | |
| Instruction | $44.600 | $44,227 | $48,394 | $48.370 | $51,502 |
| Research & Sponsored Prog. | 1,499 | 1,480 | 1,572 | 1,572 | 1,572 |
| Public Service | 313 | 282 | 411 | 398 | 382 |
| Academic Support | 10,756 | 10.777 | 9,665 | 9,577 | 10,186 |
| Student Services | 5,550 | 5,267 | 6,114 | 6,010 | 6,341 |
| Institutional Support | 12,601 | 12,304 | 13,675 | 13,504 | 14,039 |
| Operations & Maintenance of Plant | 7,733 | 7,576 | 7,753 | 7,753 | 7,500 |
| Scholarships & Fellowships | 6,432 | 6,142 | 6,247 | 6,247 | 6,676 |
| Transfers | | | | | |
| Mandatory Transfers | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Non-Mandatory Transfers | (1,406) | (1,373) | (972) | (972) | (1,420) |
| Total Educational Programs | $88,078 | $86,682 | $92,863 | $92,463 | $96,778 |
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| Auxiliary Enterprises | | | | | |
| Expenditures | 15,660 | 14,634 | 16,018 | 15,425 | 18,296 |
| Mandatory Transfers | 2,730 | 2,730 | 2,702 | 2,703 | 3,820 |
| Non-Mandatory Transfers | 2,192 | 2,096 | 3,803 | 3,799 | 2,046 |
| Total Auxiliary Enterprises | $20,582 | $19,460 | $22,523 | $21,927 | $24,162 |
| Total Expenditures & Transfers | $108,660 | $106,348 | $115,386 | $114,726 | $121,208 |
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| Summary of University Revenues, Expenditures and Transfers | | | | | |
| Revenues | $109,601 | $108,348 | $115,699 | $114,726 | $121,208 |
| Expenditures and Transfers | 108,660 | 106,142 | 115,386 | 114,390 | 120,940 |
| Contributions to/(Use of) Fund Balance | $941 | $2,206 | $313 | $336 | $268 |
The Finance and Audit Committee also approved a resolution concerning the Frye Award. The following resolution was brought forth as a recommendation from the Committee and was unanimously approved:
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RESOLUTION REGARDING THE FRYE AWARD
RESOLVED, that the Finance and Audit Committee's action of February 24, 1984 to freeze spending for the Frye Award Endowment is hereby rescinded and spending consistent with the University's spending policy for endowed funds is authorized beginning with the 1991-92 fiscal year.
Rationale: This endowment was initially thought to be a scholarship fund. Further research confirms that it is a prize fund and of a sufficient size to begin awards.
At today's meeting, the Committee reviewed quarterly reports pertaining to accounts receivable, prompt payment, Perkins loan default rate, investments, and the annual report of the Committee. These reports are contained in the agenda materials.
Following the open session, the Committee reconvened in executive session for the purpose of discussing legal matters pertaining to the investment of university funds and for the purpose of evaluating the performance of certain university departments, specifically athletics, administrative services, academic affairs and internal audit. The Committee did not take any action when it reconvened in open session.
REPORTS OF INVITED REPRESENTATIVES
The Rector called on Ms. Tara Overton, Student Body President, for her report. Ms. Overton introduced herself and reported that the Student Senate will not meet again until September. During the interim she has been working with the office of Minority Student Services and some of the predominantly black groups on campus to develop a proposal for funding from the State designed to support and promote cultural awareness and understanding at universities. The program, if funded, would include a Unity Week on campus. The proposal has been submitted to the State and Ms. Overton will report the results to the Board.
FACULTY SENATE
Rector Barry called on Dr. Paul Champagne, Chairman of the Faculty Senate, for his report. Dr. Champagne introduced himself and reported that the Senate has dealt with a number of issues since the Board last met. The Senate has made recommendations concerning the sale of complementary copies of textbooks by the Bookstore, the unauthorized sale of solution manuals by the Bookstore, revisions to the grievance policy involving emeritus status, and revisions to the promotion and tenure policy. Most of these have been considered by the Council of Senior Academic Deans and approved by the President.
During the last part of the spring term the Faculty Senate sponsored a luncheon for retiring faculty. At that luncheon gifts from the Faculty Senate were presented to both President Spong and Vice President Healy.
Dr. Champagne is currently working with the President's Office and the Office of Academic Affairs in planning for the faculty forum which is held just prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
In closing, Dr. Champagne commented that the relationship between the Board and the faculty during the last three years has been extremely good and during the last eighteen months the relationship between the faculty and the administration, particularly the President, has been marvelous. He commented that he hopes to see this continue and will do everything in his power to see that it does.
Rector Barry called on Dr. Frank Sellew, President of the Alumni Association, for his report. Dr. Sellew reported that 908 alumni volunteers were recruited this year to work on the Annual Fund Phonathon, thanks to the efforts of Karin Gifuni and Jim Cross.
The Alumni Association sponsored the second annual Law-maker's Invitational Golf Tournament. Dr. Sellew expressed apprecia-tion to Mr. Dragas for his sponsorship and to Mrs. Strelitz for her participation. The Association has also renegotiated the alumni credit card contract with Sovran Bank. The new card will feature a campus scene on it to better identify with Old Dominion University.
The Association mobilized 135 alumni into a legislative network to lobby for the three priority projects in need of state funding and hosted the second faculty service recognition program with the Office of Academic Affairs, as well as two receptions for graduating seniors and two coffee hours for evening students.
The Association hosted an annual scholarship luncheon with the assistance of the Parents' Association. The Outstanding Male and Female Athlete awards were presented and the Outstanding Scholar awards were presented at three commence-ments. The Association sponsored 25 scholarships for superior incoming freshmen, including four presidential scholarships.
The Association is currently conducting a survey of 800 local alumni to determine interest in establishing an alumni expertise program to supplement classroom services. The Association prepared and delivered almost 800 exam survival kits and 2,375 goodstuff boxes to incoming freshmen. The Association sponsored the Alumni War Memorial Plaque placed at the New Administration Building alcove and established within the Educational Foundation the newest presidential scholarship in honor of William B. Spong, Jr.
A class reunion for the 25th anniversary of the Class of 1965 will be held this Saturday. The Association also sponsored reunions for the Class of 1964 and the Classes of 1930-55. Finally, the Association offered several insurance plans to alumni through associated consultants.
Dr. Sellew commented that these only highlight the many activities of the Alumni Association. One of the most important things the Association does as an organization is train interested alumni volunteers as a service to the University. The Association works to involve more alumni on university boards, foundation boards, as well as the Board of Visitors. The Association appreciates inclusion in Board meetings, for this not only allows alumni an opportunity to report to the Board, but it also provides another alumni training experience. Dr. Sellew thanked the Board for appointing him to serve on the Presidential Search Committee and to chair the committee planning President Koch's inauguration in September.
REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Mr. Barry called on Mrs. Kilgore for the report of the Nominating Committee. Mrs. Kilgore reported that on behalf of the nominating committee, composed of herself, Dr. Carter and Admiral Parker, she submits the following slate of officers for 1990-91:
George Dragas, Jr. - Rector
Robert E. Washington - Vice Rector
Brenda T. Williams - Secretary
A motion was made that the nominations be closed and that the Secretary cast a unanimous ballot for the nominees. The motion was seconded and approved.
CALL FOR NEW BUSINESS
Rector Barry called on Mr. Dragas to present resolutions of appreciation for President Spong and Vice President Healy. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the following resolution was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WILLIAM B. SPONG, JR.
William B. Spong, Jr., a Virginian of national and international prominence and academic accomplishment, accepted the call to serve Old Dominion University as its fifth President at a time of great need for leadership.
Mr. Spong, through the exercise of his considerable talent, has guided the University to a level of stability and achievement that it has not known for some time.
Mr. Spong's success in representing the University before the General Assembly, in a climate of fiscal restraint, has demonstrated amply his acute political skills.
Mr. Spong's wise counsel, astute judgment and humor have effectively created a positive change in self-esteem within the University community.
Mr. Spong has, with his calm and gracious manner, in a remarkably short period of time, earned the respect and admiration of Board members, faculty, staff and students.
Mr. Spong's accomplishments in moving the University forward under difficult circumstances are testimony to his leadership abilities and dedication to public service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors expresses its deepest appreciation to William B. Spong, Jr. for his distinguished service as President of Old Dominion University from January 1, 1989 through June 30, 1990.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors, on behalf of a grateful University, awards summa cum laude recognition to William B. Spong, Jr. for his tenure as its fifth President.
SIGNED AND DATED as of the 20th day of June, 1990.
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Richard F. Barry III, Rector
Board of Visitors
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the following resolution was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
GEORGE R. HEALY
Dr. George R. Healy agreed to come out of a well-deserved retirement for the third time to play a critical role in higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Dr. Healy, who has served the Commonwealth of Virginia as scholar, teacher, provost and president of three of the Commonwealth's institutions of higher education, has once again answered the call of public service to serve as Executive Vice President at Old Dominion University.
Dr. Healy, in his capacity as Executive Vice President of Old Dominion University, has demonstrated that his reputation as one of higher education's best administrators is understated.
Dr. Healy, during his tenure at Old Dominion University, has practiced the art of tactful and responsible administration to the extent that even the most complex of matters have been resolved with grace and precision, thus exemplifying the highest standards of administrative excellence.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors expresses its deepest appreciation to Dr. George R. Healy for his distinguished service as Executive Vice President of Old Dominion University from January 1, 1989 through June 30, 1990.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLED, that the Board of Visitors, on behalf of a grateful University, awards summa cum laude recognition to Dr. George R. Healy for his tenure as its Executive Vice President.
SIGNED AND DATED as of the 20th day of June, 1990.
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Richard F. Barry III, Rector
Board of Visitors
In closing, Mr. Barry recognized Mrs. Sybil Walker and welcomed her to the Board of Visitors. He also commented that this would be the last board meeting for Mrs. Strelitz and Mrs. Poindexter, whose second terms of service expire at the end of the month.
Mrs. Kilgore asked the Board to express its appreciation to Mr. Barry for all he has done as Rector. The Board expressed its appreciation with a round of applause.
With no further business to be discussed, the meeting was adjourned.
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