The Board of Visitors of Old Dominion University met on Thursday, April 11, 1991, at 3:00 PM, at the Peninsula Graduate Engineering Center in Hampton, Virginia. Present were:
George Dragas, Jr., Rector
Gene R. Carter, Sr.
Albert B. Gornto, Jr.
James K. Hall
Gabriel Kavadias
Ann H. Kilgore
Hugo A. Owens, Sr.
J. Michael Pitchford
H. B. Price III
Sybil M. Walker
Robert E. Washington
William C. Wiley
Brenda T. Williams
Absent were:Richard F. Barry III
Beverley R. Lawler
Arnold B. McKinnon
Jackson K. Parker
Also present were:James V. Koch, President
James L. Bugg, Jr.
Dana D. Burnett
Paul J. Champagne
Elizabeth Clarke
Stephen P. Daniel
David F. Harnage
Myron S. Henry
E. Wayne Higgins
Patrick B. Kelly
Kay A. Kemper
Donna W. Meeks
Donna S. Morris
Beth Ownley
Sandra Ray
Alfred B. Rollins, Jr.
Chris Sehman
Richard A. Staneski
Edward A. Staylor, Jr.
Philip Walzer
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Rector Dragas called the meeting to order and recognized Dr. Williams, who made the following motion: "Mr. Rector, I move that this meeting be recessed and that we reconvene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters, specifically for discussion or consideration of prospective candidates for the positions of Vice President for Administration and Finance and Executive Director of Development, as permitted by Subsection (A), Paragraph (1), of Section 2.1-344 of the Code of Virginia.
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION AND FOIA CERTIFICATION
At the conclusion of Executive Session, the meeting reconvened in open session and the Rector asked if there were any members who, in their judgment, felt that they could not certify that (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Freedom of Information Act, were discussed and (2) that only such public business matters as were identified in the motion by which the executive session was convened were heard, discussed or considered? If so, he asked such board member(s) to state specifically what he/she felt the departure was. Hearing no dissent, the Rector asked for certification by a vote of Aye. Board members in favor 13; board members opposed 0. The vote on certification passed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 15, 1990
Rector Dragas asked for approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of November 15, 1990. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the minutes were approved as distributed.
RESOLUTION TO AMEND BOARD OF VISITORS BYLAWS
The Rector commented that the proposed amendments combine the Buildings and Grounds and Finance and Audit Committees. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the following resolution was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND BOARD OF VISITORS BYLAWS
RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors approves amendments to Sections 3.01 and 3.02 of the Board of Visitors Bylaws, effective immediately. The revised sections follow.
Section 3.01, Executive Committee
3.01. Executive Committee. (Amended 4/11/91.) The Executive Committee shall consist of eight (8) seven (7) members of the Board, three of whom shall be the elected officers of the Board. The remaining members of the Executive Committee shall be the chairs of each standing committee of the Board. The members of the Executive Committee shall be appointed at the annual meeting of the Board and shall serve until their successors have been duly appointed. Vacancies may be filled at any time by appointment of the Rector.
Section 3.02, Standing Committees
3.02. Standing Committees. (Amended 4/11/91.) In addition to the Executive Committee, the standing committees of the Board shall consist of the Academic Affairs Committee, Development Committee, Finance and Audit Committee, Buildings and Grounds Committee, Administration and Finance Committee, University Relations Committee, and the Student Affairs Committee. The members of the five four standing committees shall be appointed by the Rector for terms of one year and shall serve until their successors have been duly appointed. Members may be reappointed from year to year.
The agenda for each regular Board meeting shall include a report by each committee to the Board.
Unless otherwise specifically provided by the Board, actions of standing committees (except the Executive Committee) must be ratified and approved by the Board of Visitors.
(a) Academic Affairs Committee. The Academic Affairs Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on the academic mission, purpose, plans, and regular and special programs of the University; on awards and honorary degrees; on faculty personnel appointments, policies and procedures, including tenured appointments, policies, and procedures; and on student recruitment and admissions criteria and policies. The Academic Affairs Committee is designated by the Board as the committee with the responsibility of responding, on behalf of the Board, to requests from faculty for review of negative tenure decisions.
(b) Development Committee. The Development Committee University Relations Committee. The University Relations Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on matters and policies pertaining to University fund-raising and public relations.
(c) Buildings and Grounds Committee. The Buildings and Grounds Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on matters and policies pertaining to the purchase, lease, sale, construction, and maintenance of University owned or controlled land and buildings.
(d) Finance and Audit Committee. The Finance and Audit Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on fiscal policies and for overseeing, on behalf of the Board, the fiscal accounts and operations of the University. The major areas over which the committee has responsibility include the budget, audits, investments, fiscal health, and the impact of the above on the University's mission and purpose.
(c) Administration and Finance Committee. The Administration and Finance Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on matters pertaining to the purchase, lease, sale, construction, and maintenance of University owned or controlled land and buildings; on fiscal policies; oversight of the fiscal accounts and operations of the University, including budget, audits, investments, and the impact of the foregoing on the University's overall fiscal condition, mission and purpose.
(e) (d) Student Affairs Committee. The Student Affairs Committee is responsible for making recommendations to the Board on matters and policies pertaining to students and shall con-tinuously assess and appraise the quality of student life.
Each standing committee shall annually review Board Policies and Procedures in its areas of responsibility and recommend revisions as necessary. The standing committees shall have such other duties and responsibilities as are assigned to them by the Board or by the Rector, subject to the Board's approval.
RECTOR'S REPORT
The Rector introduced Mr. Albert B. (Bucky) Gornto, who was recently appointed to fill Mr. Howell's unexpired term, and welcomed him to the Board of Visitors. He then asked each board member to introduce himself or herself.
Mr. Dragas commented that his second term will expire at the end of June, leaving the Rector's position vacant. In addition, the first term of Vice Rector Washington also expires at the end of June. He asked for nominations for an ad hoc commit-tee to determine how to deal with the vacancy and to report back to the Board in June. Mrs. Kilgore nominated Mr. Barry, Dr. Carter and Mr. Pitchford. Dr. Owens made a motion to accept those nominations. The motion was duly seconded and unanimously approved.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
President Koch welcomed the Board to the Peninsula Graduate Engineering Center. He indicated that the Center serves almost 400 students and almost 2,000 students and over 3,000 alumni reside on the Peninsula.
President Koch asked Vice President Kemper for a legislative update. Mrs. Kemper explained the complicated issues surrounding the Governor's veto of the budget amendments and the upcoming veto override session. In Old Dominion's case, the item affected is funding for the Virginia Beach Graduate Center expansion in the amount of $125,000.
President Koch reported that Old Dominion University recently formalized a partnership agreement with Forward Hampton Roads that will allow them to utilize the University's resources when their activities are connected to ODU's mission. In turn, Forward Hampton Roads will give ODU specific access to their resources for research, service and internship opportunities. He provided several examples of how the partnership will work. The University will be involved with Forward Hampton Roads in a business visita-tion and assistance program, whereby representatives from Forward Hampton Roads, ODU and the Chamber of Commerce will visit Chamber members to discuss their needs. Second, the University will be involved in a targeted industry marketing program to identify and attract firms to the area. Old Dominion will also be working with Forward Hampton Roads to develop a brochure that will feature Old Dominion University and Forward Hampton Roads as partners and highlight our services. ODU and Forward Hampton Roads will jointly develop a video that will describe the area and the key role that Old Dominion University plays in the area's economic development. Finally, Forward Hampton Roads will sponsor a number of ODU student internships.
President Koch enumerated Old Dominion University's efforts to strengthen its ties with the minority community. The University's Cultural Center will open in May. The University is currently searching for the assistant to the president for community relations, a position which, among other things, will place a great deal of emphasis on improving our relationships with minority communities throughout Hampton Roads. A President's Fellows Program has been initiated which involves sending, at ODU's expense, highly qualified minority faculty members to earn doctoral degrees at institutions and in disciplines of Old Dominion's choice. In turn, the faculty member must return to ODU in a tenure-track position within three years or will be obligated to reimburse ODU for its expenses. The University anticipates sending approximately three individuals per year. The University will also begin in the fall an administrative internship program for minorities and women. The program will offer adminis-trative internships to tenured faculty members who could benefit from such an experience. These individuals will not be guaranteed an administrative post at Old Dominion once they end their internship, but the experience should give them the credentials to compete for administrative posts which may be available at Old Dominion or elsewhere. A program designed to give faculty and administrators an understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity has been offered for some time now at the University. The program is designed to increase sensitivity to the multi-ethnic and multicultural circumstances in which the University operates. Finally, next year the Community Relations Assistant will develop a partnership with the First Baptist Church of Lambert's Point. President Koch commented that he has had some preliminary discussions with Reverend Anthony Page about how the church and the University can work together in such a partnership.
President Koch announced the appointment of Dr. William Wallace as the Dean of the College of Business and Public Administration begin-ning July 1. Dr. Wallace has been the chief operating officer of the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank for the last ten years and has also been a professor at Duke University and North Carolina State University. He holds the Ph.D. in Economics. President Koch commented that Dr. Wallace was the consensus choice of the faculty and is the sort of individual who will increase interaction between the University and the business community.
The President distributed a letter from the Secretary of Education complimenting the University for receiving an unqualified audit which meets all the management standards. The President praised Wayne Higgins and David Harnage for their leadership in this effort.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Rector Dragas called on Dr. Gene Carter to give the report of the Academic Affairs Committee. Dr. Carter reported that the Committee heard a presentation from Dr. Anne Raymond-Savage, Assistant Vice President for Lifelong Learning and Academic Television Services, on the University's distant education activities. She stated there are 719 students enrolled in telecourses across the United States and that high school seniors taking 100-level courses and U.S. military enrolled in the MBA, MPA and MIS programs will be added next year. She further stated that students taking telecourses are located on the Eastern Shore at community colleges, corporate sites and government agencies. Dr. Savage shared with the Committee a video of a telecourse, which gave the committee members insight as to how the telecourses are being transmitted.
Ms. Edith Barnett, Director of Regional Programs, briefed the Committee on Old Dominion University's activities on the Eastern Shore. Currently there are 547 Old Dominion University students taking courses from the Eastern Shore. Education has the largest percentage of participation at 85%, Nursing at 8% and Arts and Letters at 7%. Programs planned for 1991-92 included a field-based master's in education and more content courses for recertification in mathematics, science, history and English. The Eastern Shore high schools in Northampton and Accomack will be participating in the senior scholars telecourse program that will begin in the fall. The two courses that will be offered to seniors focus on American writers and world religions.
Finally, Ms. Suzanne Stuart, Director of the Peninsula Graduate Engineering Center, briefed the Committee on the background and activities of the Center. She said that the Center has grown from 4,500 square feet to 10,500 square feet since 1986, has recently completed construction of a broadcast studio and TV control room, and has installed a fiber optic link. The Center just completed its first nationwide teleconference from the site this spring. The goals for the Center are to provide technology transfer and professional education, to encourage corporate involvement with Old Dominion University, to facilitate Old Dominion University's visibility on the Peninsula and elsewhere, and to build a solid Peninsula foundation for future growth.
Provost Myron Henry briefed the Committee on SCHEV's response to Old Dominion University's program requests. He said that SCHEV approved an M.A. in Applied Linguistics and a B.S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology for initiation in fall 1992. SCHEV encouraged Old Dominion University to prepare a full proposal for a Master of Fine Arts program in creative writing for initiation in 1994 and deferred approval of a Doctor of Philoso-phy in International Studies program until Old Dominion University has identified accept-able sources of funding. The University will reexamine the M.A. in Media Arts and the M.A. in Art Education to determine whether they should be pursued at a later date.
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
Ms. Karen Dreher Carter - $ 9,000 - 1/1/91 - 5 mos.
Instructor of Community Health Professions and Physical Therapy
Ms. Carter received a B.S. in Physical Therapy in 1985 from Old Dominion University. She is currently pursuing an advanced master's degree in neurology at Old Dominion University. Since April 1986 she has been employed as a Physical Therapist at Riverside Rehabilitation Institute. She is a member of the American Physical Therapist Association.
Ms. Elizabeth Gail McClenney - $13,750 - 1/1/91 - 5 mos.
Cataloging Librarian and Librarian I
Ms. McClenney received a B.A. in Spanish in 1983 from the College of William and Mary and an MSLS in Library Science in 1989 from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. From January 1984 to July 1987 Ms. McClenney was employed as a Monographic Copy Cataloger at the College of William and Mary and from January 1, 1988 to August 1988 as a Catalog Maintenance Clerk at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Since June 1989 she has been employed as a Librarian/Instructor at the William Russell Pullen Library at Georgia State University. Ms. McClenney is a member of the American Library Association and the Georgia Library Association.
Mr. William F. Nimmo - $12,000 - 1/1/91 - 5 mos.
Instructor of Political Science and Geography
Mr. Nimmo received a B.L.S. in Liberal Studies in 1979 from the University of Oklahoma and an M.A. in International Studies in 1985 from Old Dominion University. From 1984 to 1988 Mr. Nimmo was employed as a writer, researcher and consultant specializing in international relations with emphasis on Japan and Far East. Mr. Nimmo was employed as an Adjunct Instructor of History at Chris-topher Newport College (fall 1989), Old Dominion University (fall 1990), the College of William and Mary (fall 1990), and as an Adjunct Instructor of Political Science at Old Dominion University (spring 1990). Mr. Nimmo has published a book entitled Behind A Curtain of Silence: Japanese in Soviet Custody, 1945-1956, 1988, and has several journal articles to his credit. Mr. Nimmo is a member of the Amnesty International, the Association for Asian Studies, and the Japan-American Society of Washington.
Ms. Ann H. Pettingill - $17,692.71 - 1/21/91 - 5 mos.
Head, Library Reference Department and Librarian II
Ms. Pettingill received a B.A. in Economics in 1969 from Vassar College, an M.S.L.S. in 1971 from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, and an M.A. in American Studies in 1975 from California State University-Los Angeles. From 1983 to 1987 Ms. Pettingill was employed as a Serials Librarian at Old Dominion University. Since 1987 she has been self-employed as an artist. She is a member of the American Library Association and the Virginia Library Association.
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APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS
AND COORDINATOR OF PREVIEW
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Ms. Sara Marchello Kuntz as the Assistant Director of Admissions/ Coordinator of Preview, with the rank of instructor, effective March 16, 1991.
Ms. Kuntz received a B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology in 1984 from Knox College and an M.S. in Teaching in 1986 from the University of Chicago. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Urban Services/Education Concentra-tion from Old Dominion University. From 1987 to 1988 Ms. Kuntz was employed as a graduate research assistant with the Institute of Scottish Studies at Old Dominion University, and from 1988 to 1989 as a graduate assistant with the Office of Student Services. Since 1989 she has been employed as Assistant to the Vice President for Student Services at Old Dominion University. She is a member of the Junior League of Hampton Roads and Delta Delta Delta.
Salary: $8,166.67 based on an annual salary of $28,000 for 12 months
Rank: Assistant Director of Admissions/Coordinator of Preview and Instructor
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APPOINTMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY CONTROLLER
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Ms. Catherine S. Austin as the University Controller, with the rank of assistant instructor, effective January 16, 1991.
Ms. Austin received a B.S. in Business Administration in 1978 from Old Dominion University and is currently pursuing an MBA from Old Dominion University. Since January 1982 she has held the positions of Accountant for Financial Analysis and Reporting (October 1982), Supervisor for Gifts and Grants (1983), Assistant Controller-Payroll (1984), and Associate Controller (1985-present). Ms. Austin has been certified by the Virginia State Board of Accountancy and is a member of the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Salary: $21,541.67 based on an annual salary of $47,000 for 12 months
Rank: University Controller/Assistant Instructor
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APPOINTMENT OF THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL OPERATIONS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Ms. Martha R. Williamson as the Director of Financial Operations, with the rank of assistant instructor, effective January 16, 1991.
Ms. Williamson received a B.S. in Commerce in 1981 from the University of Virginia and is currently pursuing an MBA from Old Dominion University. From 1986 to November 1989 she was employed as Assistant Controller of Accounts Payable at Old Dominion University. Since November 1989 she has been employed as Assistant Controller of Compliance and Disbursements at Old Dominion University. Ms Williamson has been certified by the Virginia State Board of Accountancy and is a member of the Tidewater Chapter of Certified Public Accountants and the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Salary: $20,625 based on an annual salary of $45,000 for 12 months
Rank: Director of Financial Operations/Assistant Instructor
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APPOINTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Dr. Jill D. Hangen as Professional Counselor in the Counseling Center, with the rank of assistant professor, effective November 1, 1990.
Dr. Hangen received a B.A. in Psychology in 1985 from Temple University and a Psy.D. in 1990 from the Virginia Consortium for Professional Psychology. From September 1988 to August 1989 Dr. Hangen was employed as a Predoctoral Intern with the Cumberland Consortium for Training in Clinical Psychology. She was also employed as a graduate assistant in the Department of Psychology at Old Dominion University from August 1989 to June 1990. Dr. Hangen is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Psi Chi National Society in Psychology.
Salary: $11,500, based on a twelve-month salary of $21,231.
Rank: Professional Counselor/Assistant Professor
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EMERITUS APPOINTMENTS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the granting of the emeritus rank to the following faculty members upon their retirement from the University. Summaries of the faculty members' careers follow.
Name and Rank
Mrs. Lucille L. Garner
Librarian III Emeritus
Effective Date
January 1, 1991
Name and Rank
Dr. Albert S. Glickman
Eminent Professor Emeritus of Psychology
Effective Date
May 31, 1991
Name and Rank
Dr. Cameron A. Lowe
Associate Professor Emeritus of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting
Effective Date
May 31, 1991
Name and Rank
Mr. Donald K. Marchand
Associate Professor Emeritus of Geological Sciences
Effective Date
May 31, 1991
Lucille L. Garner
Lucille L. Garner began her career with the University Library on June 5, 1967, as a classified staff member in the Acquisitions Section. While working full time, she began enrolling in courses working toward a Bachelor's Degree. She received the degree in 1972, graduating magna cum laude. Having become interested in librarianship, she then enrolled in the School of Library Science at the University of Kentucky, from which she received an M.S.L.S. degree in 1973.
When Lucille Garner returned to Tidewater, she joined the Library faculty as a reference librarian, and began taking graduate courses in English at the University, completing 30 hours of course work. She has also participated in a variety of professional development workshops and seminars at the same time in topics related to her position.
During her career, Lucille Garner served the University and the Library in a variety of ways. She has participated on numerous committees of the Faculty Senate, Library staff association, and those related to professional action. Her service activities have included, among others, participation in the Old Dominion University Women's Association, Annual Fund/Telethon, Senate Marshal for Founders' Day (1983-85), and active involvement in a local book club.
In each of these endeavors as well as in her important role in the Reference Department, Lucille Garner has made many significant contributions to the development of Old Dominion University and is well respected by her colleagues.
Albert S. Glickman
Dr. Albert S. Glickman received a B.A. in Psychology in 1943, an M.A. in Industrial Psychology in 1947, and a Ph.D. in Industrial/ Social Psychology in 1952 from Ohio State University.
In January 1979, Dr. Glickman joined the faculty at Old Dominion University to assume a lead position in the areas of organizational and personnel psychology within the university's organizational-industrial doctoral program. In recognition of his contributions, he was designated as an Eminent Professor. He also served as head of the Organizational Effectiveness Laboratory in the Center for Applied Psychological Studies. Dr. Glickman has been a critical element in the development of the industrial psychology doctoral program, a strong scientist, successful grantsman, and active in service in such important projects as the revision of the university mission and development of the academic affairs strategic plan.
In addition to his wide ranging service to Old Dominion University, Dr. Glickman was Visiting Professor in the Department of Labor Studies at Tel Aviv University (Israel); Vice President of the Advanced Research Resources Organization; Deputy Director and Director, Organization Research Group, American Institutes for Research; Director, Institute for Research on Organizational Behavior, American Institutes for Research; Chief, Personnel Research Staff, Department of Agriculture; Director, Psychological Research Department, U.S. Naval Personnel Research Field Activity; Project Director at the American Institutes for Research; and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Georgia Institute of Technology.
Dr. Glickman has given distinguished service and exceptional dedication to the Department of Psychology, College of Sciences and Old Dominion University. He is highly respected by his colleagues and students for his contributions to his discipline and dedication as a teacher.
Cameron A. Lowe
Dr. Cameron Lowe completed his pre-dental education at the University of Virginia in 1956, and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Georgetown University in 1960. He received his M.S. in Oral Biology from the U.S. Naval Dental School, a Certificate of Residency in Endodontics from the Portsmouth Naval Hospital, and subsequently retired from the U.S. Navy as a Captain.
Dr. Lowe joined the faculty in the School of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting as an associate professor in 1982. He served as Assistant Chairman of the School from 1985 to 1989.
Dr. Lowe played a critical role within the School of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting as lecturer in the basic sciences for dental hygiene and assisting students and clinical instruction in dental hygiene. He also served on a number of key committees within the School of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting, the College of Health Sciences, and the University. Most notably, he served on the SACS Self-Study Committee for the Library. He was honored with election to Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society in 1987.
Dr. Cameron Lowe is an effective and respected educator. He is a highly valuable and appreciated faculty member in the School of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting. Dr. Lowe is respected by his colleagues and students for his contributions to his discipline and dedication as a teacher.
Donald K. Marchand
Donald K. Marchand received a B.S. in Chemistry from West Virginia University in 1947 and subsequently received an M.A. from the same institution in 1950. His first association with Old Dominion University was in 1954 when as an assistant professor, he taught chemistry at the then Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary. He left in 1955 and taught at Randolph-Macon College, Bethany College and Central Missouri State College. He returned to Old Dominion College in 1962.
Donald Marchand was promoted to the rank of Associate Professor in 1966 and served the next three years as Chairman of the Department of Astronomy and Physical Science. In 1969, he accepted the position of Associate Dean of Student Affairs and served in that position for the next six years.
Upon returning to the classroom in 1975, Donald Marchand took up the challenge of teaching as well as developing two upper level courses which allowed non-science junior and senior students to appreciate the long, arduous, and sometimes dangerous course of thought that has lead to current scientific understanding, particularly in the earth sciences, and how this understanding can contribute to solutions of contemporary environmental problems.
Donald Marchand has consistently received high praise over the years from students as well as respect by his colleagues for his contributions to his field, his unceasing willingness to serve Old Dominion University, and as a versatile and thorough teacher.
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EMERITUS APPOINTMENT AND HONORARY TITLE
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, and in recognition of distinguished service to Old Dominion University, the Board of Visitors designates Alfred B. Rollins, Jr., as President Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of History, effective May 31, 1991. A summary of Professor Rollins' career follows.
Alfred B. Rollins, Jr.
Dr. Alfred B. Rollins, Jr. received a B.A. in 1942 and an M.A. in 1946 from Wesleyan University. Between degrees, he received the distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with four clusters for service in World War II. Dr. Rollins' Ph.D. in History was earned from Harvard University in 1953.
On April 27, 1976, Dr. Rollins was named as the third president of Old Dominion University. During his tenure, he skillfully shep-herded a major expansion of the university's state and private funding as well as the development of improved student services, excellence in writing, an honors program, and a new General Education program for undergraduates. A firm graduate mission was solidified in addition to a broadened marine science emphasis and expansion of the university arts program as a result of his efforts. Community and alumni support for the university multiplied during this time.
Dr. Rollins firmly established the university's significance to the region and the state by forging closer relationships with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the U.S. Navy, Norfolk State University, and Eastern Virginia Medical School. Under his leadership, the university formed Common Cause with the College of William and Mary and other colleges and universities in the Southeastern University Research Association (SURA) to bring the multi-million dollar Continuous Electron Beam Accelerator Facility (CEBAF) to Newport News.
Throughout his tenure as president, Dr. Rollins demonstrated his strong commitment to affirmative action. Under his leadership, the Women's Studies program and the Women's Center were established, and the university gave greater support to women's athletics. Support services were established for international, minority and handicapped students, and the university made great strides in recruiting and retaining minority faculty and students.
After leaving the presidency in 1985, Dr. Rollins returned to the faculty as a Professor in the History Department. During this time he has taught a variety of courses in American history, including large lecture sections of the General Education American History class, and has served on numerous departmental, college and university committees.
Dr. Rollins has given distinguished service and exceptional dedication to the Department of History, College of Arts and Letters and Old Dominion University. He is respected by his colleagues and students for his contribution to his discipline and the development of the university.
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EMERITUS APPOINTMENT AND HONORARY TITLE
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, and in recognition of distinguished service to Old Dominion University, the Board of Visitors designates James L. Bugg, Jr., as President Emeritus and Eminent Professor Emeritus of History, effective May 31, 1991. A summary of Professor Bugg's career follows.
James L. Bugg, Jr.
Dr. James L. Bugg, Jr. received his bachelor's degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1941, and an M.A. in History from the University of Virginia in 1942. Returning to the University of Virginia after the war, he completed his Ph.D. in History in 1950.
Dr. James L. Bugg, Jr. served as the second president of Old Dominion College on July 1, 1969, and the first president of Old Dominion University from September 1, 1969 until 1976. During his tenure, he provided able and distinguished leadership as the institution made the challenging transition from a college to a doctoral degree-granting university. He recommended a change in the university's governance structure and created a University Senate in which the faculty, students, and the administrators were represented; established an Office of Information Services to inform the community and the legislature about the university; emphasized the attainment of excellence in selected programs.
Among Dr. Bugg's most significant contributions was the articula-tion of a definite mission for Old Dominion as an urban university. As a follow-up to the mission he outlined five programmatic themes which he saw as especially relevant. These included administration and technology; health-related studies; urban education; marine and atmospheric studies; and urban arts. In addition, Dr. Bugg reorganized the central administration and supported the develop-ment of new graduate, undergraduate and non-credit programs as a means to achieve the new mission. These included the university's first doctoral programs in engineering and oceanography as well as supporting the creation of several new master's programs directly related to the themes.
After leaving the presidency in 1976, Dr. Bugg returned to his teaching and research as the Constance and Colgate Darden Professor of History and Education. He has taught courses in American constitutional history, the history of the frontier, the history and philosophy of higher education as well as introductory courses in American civilization.
Dr. James L. Bugg, Jr. has earned the highest esteem of his colleagues and students at Old Dominion University as an inspiring teacher, scholar, and respected administrator.
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POSTHUMOUS EMERITUS APPOINTMENT
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the granting of the title of emeritus to the former Old Dominion University faculty member listed below. The appointment would be effective upon approval of the Board of Visitors. A summary of the faculty member's career follows.
Name and Rank
Dr. Alan Mandell
Professor Emeritus of Educational Curriculum and Instruction
Rationale: The recommendation to award the title of emeritus to the former faculty member listed above is the result of a request from the Department of Educational Curriculum and Instruction and the College of Education. It is consistent with previous Board of Visitors actions in response to a request of the Faculty Emeriti Association to recognize their former colleagues who were members of the faculty and would have met the criteria for emeritus designation but either retired prior to the implementation of the policy or died prior to retirement. The Association views the granting of emeritus status posthumously as an appropriate means to recognize the contributions of their former colleagues to Old Dominion University. The nominee listed above would have been qualified under the provisions of the current Policy on Emeritus Appointment.
The request to consider the award has been approved by the President. The candidate has been reviewed and recommended by the appropriate department chair, college dean, and the Vice President for Academic Affairs according to the procedures outlined in the Policy on Emeritus Appointments.
Alan Mandell
Dr. Alan Mandell received a B.S. from Holy Cross College in 1946, an M.Ed. in Science Education from the University of Virginia in 1957, and an Ed.D. in Science Education from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill in 1966.
Dr. Mandell joined the faculty at Old Dominion University in 1968 and worked in the science education and microcomputer technology programs until June 1990. Dr. Mandell served as department chairman of Secondary Education from 1970-1974. His leadership role continued in the Curriculum and Instruction Department for many years.
Dr. Mandell was a dedicated teacher who got a tremendous satisfac-tion from helping students and fellow faculty members.
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HONORARY DEGREE NOMINEE
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the award of the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters (L.H.D.) to Tetsuro Nakatani, President of Kitakyushu University, at the May 1991 Commencement. A summary of his career follows.
Tetsuro Nakatani
President Nakatani has had a long and distinguished career at Kitakyushu University, located in Kitakyushu City, Japan, a sister city of Norfolk. President Nakatani was first appointed to the faculty of Kitakyushu University in 1963 after having served three years as a member of the faculty of Kumamoto Commercial University. President Nakatani was educated at Kyushu University where he received B.A. and M.A. degrees. He is the author of several books on business management, including, The Methodology of Management Theory, Business Management, The Way of Thinking in Personnel Management, and Business Philosophy and Corporate Responsibilities. President Nakatani is also the author of numerous articles on personnel management and business and corporate practices.
During the period from 1967 to 1973, President Nakatani served on various councils of municipal and prefectural governments in Japan. He served as Dean of the Faculty of Commerce at Kitakyushu University in 1976 and 1977. Mr. Nakatani was selected as President of Kitakyushu University in 1988. As chief executive officer, President Nakatani has played a major role in the development of a formal agreement between Kitakyushu University and Old Dominion University. As a result of this agreement, several Old Dominion University faculty have served as visiting scholars and exchange faculty to Kitakyushu University. A like number of faculty from Kitakyushu University have served as visiting scholars and researchers at Old Dominion University. The agreement also provides for student exchanges and visits, and already a number of Kitakyushu University students have studied at Old Dominion University for extended periods of time.
In 1989, fifteen faculty from Old Dominion University and Tidewater Community College participated in an Asian Studies faculty develop-ment program at Kitakyushu University. President Nakatani's personal involvement in the faculty development program contributed immeasurably to its success. For his laudable career as an educator and administrator, for his tireless efforts to promote international understanding, and for his considerable support of the growing collaboration between Old Dominion University and Kitakyushu University, Old Dominion University is pleased to award President Nakatani the Doctor of Humane Letters.
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TENURE RECOMMENDATIONS
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Provost and the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the award of tenure to the following members of the faculty at Old Dominion University. The tenure would be effective with the 1991-1992 academic year.
College of Arts and Letters
Dr. Kathleen L. Bell, Department of English
Dr. Elizabeth Lipsmeyer, Department of Art
College of Business and Public Administration
Dr. John B. Ford IV, Department of Marketing
Mr. Timothy C. McKee, Department of Accounting
Dr. Berhanu Mengistu, Department of Urban Studies and Public Administration
College of Education
Dr. Sharon Anne Raver-Lampman, Department of Child Study and Special Education
College of Health Sciences
Dr. Gregory H. Frazer, School of Community Health Professions
Ms. Linda L. Lilley, School of Nursing
College of Sciences
Dr. David J. Burdige, Department of Oceanography
Dr. Andrew S. Gordon, Department of Biological Sciences
Dr. David G. Lasseigne, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Dr. Dayanand N. Naik, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Dr. Richard D. Noren, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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APPOINTMENT OF THE DEAN OF THE
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Academic Affairs Committee, the Board of Visitors approves the appointment of Dr. William H. Wallace as the Dean of the College of Business and Public Administration effective July 1, 1991.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Visitors approves the award of tenure to Dr. William H. Wallace as Professor of Finance, effective July 1, 1991.
Salary: A twelve-month salary of $102,000.
President Koch commented that sitting with the Board today are two individuals who have given so much to the University - James Bugg and Alfred Rollins. The strength of Old Dominion University today is due in large part to their respective efforts during their presidencies. Both have chosen to retire at the end of this academic year and President Koch thought it appropriate that the Board recognize them today by awarding them the University Medal upon their retirement. Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the following resolutions were unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE UNIVERSITY MEDAL
TO JAMES L. BUGG, JR.
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President, the Board of Visitors approves the awarding of the University Medal to James L. Bugg, Jr., President Emeritus and Eminent Professor Emeritus of History, upon his retirement from Old Dominion University on May 31, 1991.
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RESOLUTION AWARDING THE UNIVERSITY MEDAL
TO ALFRED B. ROLLINS, JR.
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President, the Board of Visitors approves the awarding of the University Medal to Alfred B. Rollins, Jr., President Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of History, upon his retirement from Old Dominion University on May 31, 1991.
The President asked Dr. Bugg and Dr. Rollins to come forward to receive certificates of appreciation and sculptures by Vic Pickett.
ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Rector called on Mr. Hall to give the report of the Administration and Finance Committee. Mr. Hall reported that the newly formed Administration and Finance Committee met today in anticipation of the approval of the Bylaws amendment to combine the Buildings and Grounds and Finance and Audit Committees. The Committee has two resolutions for the Board's consideration, the first of which is a resolution authorizing the issuance of 9C revenue bonds to finance a portion of the Webb Center Addition Project.
The following resolution was brought forth as a recommendation from the Committee and was approved (with Mr. Wiley abstaining):
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ISSUANCE OF 9C REVENUE
BONDS FOR THE WEBB CENTER ADDITION
WHEREAS, there has been passed by the General Assembly of Virginia an act entitled "Commonwealth of Virginia Higher Educa-tional Institutions Bond Act of 1991" (the "Act") which has been or is expected to be signed by the Governor;
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act, the Treasury Board of the Commonwealth of Virginia (the "Treasury Board") is authorized, by and with the consent of the Governor, to sell and issue bonds of the Commonwealth of Virginia for the purpose of providing funds, with other available funds, for paying the cost of acquiring, constructing, renovating, enlarging, improving and equipping certain revenue-producing capital projects at certain institutions of higher learning of the Commonwealth and for paying issuance costs, reserve funds and other financing expenses (the "Financing Expenses"), all in accordance with the provisions of Section 9(c) of Article X of the Constitution of Virginia;
WHEREAS, such revenue-producing capital projects include an addition to and renovation of the Webb University Center (the "Project") at Old Dominion University (Capital Outlay Project Number 13751) (the "Institution"); and
WHEREAS, the Treasury Board is proposing to sell and issue bonds pursuant to the Act for such revenue-producing capital projects, in one or more series;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF VISITORS OF OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY:
Section 1. The Board of Visitors of the Institution (the "Board") requests the Treasury Board to sell and issue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $6,978,942 to finance all or a portion of the cost of the Project plus Financing Expenses (the "Project Bonds"). The Project Bonds will be identified by amount and maturities by the State Treasurer upon issuance of any bonds.
Section 2. The Board (a) covenants to fix, revise, charge and collect a comprehensive student fee and other rates, fees and charges for or in connection with the use, occupation and services of the Project and (b) pledges such rates, fees and charges remain-ing after payment of (i) the expenses of operating the Project and (ii) the expenses related to all other activities funded by the comprehensive student fee ("Net Revenues") to the payment of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Project Bonds. The Board further covenants that it will fix, revise, charge and collect such rates, fees and charges in such amounts so that Net Revenues will at all times be sufficient to pay, when due, the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Project Bonds and on any other obligations secured by Net Revenues (such payments collectively the "Required Payments"). The Project Bonds shall be secured on a parity with such other obligations so secured by Net Revenues (other than any obligations secured by a prior right in Net Revenues). Any Net Revenues pledged herein in excess of the Required Payments may be used by the Institution for any other lawful purpose.
Section 3. It is hereby found, determined and declared that, based upon responsible engineering and economic estimates and advice of appropriate officials of the Institution, as shown on the Financial Feasibility Study attached hereto as Exhibit A, the anticipated Net Revenues pledged herein will be sufficient to pay the Required Payments so long as the aggregate amount of net debt service on the Project Bonds actually payable in any bond year does not exceed the amounts assumed in the Financial Feasibility Study.
Section 4. Within 30 days of issuance and receipt, the Board covenants that the Institution will furnish the Treasury Board its general purpose financial statements, audited by a firm of certi-fied public accountants or the Auditor of Public Accounts which shall include a schedule of revenues and expenditures for auxiliary enterprise systems. At the same time, the Institution will furnish the Treasury Board a certificate of the chief financial officer of the Institution stating whether Net Revenues were sufficient to pay Required Payments during the period covered by such financial statements. If Net Revenues were insufficient to pay Required Payments during such period, such certificate shall include the Institution's plan to generate Net Revenues sufficient to make Required Payments in the future.
Section 5. The Board covenants that so long as any of the Bonds are outstanding, the Institution will pay to the State Treasurer, not less than 30 days before each interest or principal payment date, the amount certified by the State Treasurer to be due and payable on such date as principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Project Bonds.
Section 6. The Board covenants that the Institution will pay from time to time its proportionate share of all expenses incurred in connection with the sale and issuance of any series of bonds that includes Project Bonds (the "Bonds") and all expenses thereafter incurred in connection with the Bonds, including without limitation the expense of calculating any rebate tot he United States of the earning derived from the investment of gross proceeds of the Bonds, all as certified by the State Treasurer to the Institution.
Section 7. The Board covenants that the Institution will not take or omit to take any action the taking or omission of which will cause the Bonds to be "arbitrage bonds" within the meaning of Section 148 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, including regulations issued pursuant thereto (the "Code"), or otherwise cause interest on the Bonds to be includable in the gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax purposes under existing laws. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Institution will pay from time to time its proportional share of any rebate to the United States of the earnings derived from the investment of the gross proceeds of the Bonds.
Section 8. The Board covenants that the Institution will proceed with due diligence to undertake and complete the Project and that the Institution will spend all of the available proceeds derived from the sale of the Project Bonds for costs associated with the Project and appropriated for the Project by the General Assembly.
Section 9. The Board covenants that the Institution will not permit the proceeds of the Project Bonds to be used in any manner that would result in (a) 5% or more of such proceeds being used in a trade or business carried on by any person other than a governmental unit, as provided in Section 141(b) of the Code, (b) 5% or more of such proceeds being used with respect to any output facility within the meaning of Section 141(b)(4) of the Code, or (c) 5% or more of such proceeds being used directly or indirectly to make or finance loans to any persons other than a governmental unit, as provided in Section 141(c) of the Code. The Institution need not comply with such covenants if the Institution obtains the written approval of the State Treasurer and an opinion of nationally recognized bond counsel acceptable to the Treasury Board that such covenants need not be complied with to prevent the interest on the Bonds from being includable in the gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax purposes.
Section 10. The Board covenants that for so long as any of the Bonds are outstanding, the Institution will not enter into any operating lease, management contract or similar agreement with any person or entity, other than a state or local governmental unit, for all or any portion of the Project without first obtaining the written approval of the State Treasurer and an opinion of nationally recognized bond counsel acceptable to the Treasury Board that entering into such agreement will not cause the interest on the Bonds to be included in the gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax purposes.
Section 11. The Board covenants that for so long as any of the Bonds are outstanding, the Institution will not sell or dispose of all or any part of the Project without first obtaining the written approval of the State Treasurer and an opinion of nationally recognized bond counsel acceptable to the Treasury Board that such sale or disposition will not cause interest on the Bonds to be included in the gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax purposes.
Section 12. The officers of the Institution are authorized and directed to execute and deliver all certificates and instru-ments and to take all such further action as may be considered necessary or desirable in connection with the sale and issuance of the Bonds.
Section 13. The Board acknowledges that the Treasury Board will rely on the representations and covenants set forth herein in issuing the Bonds, that such covenants are critical to the security for the Bonds and the exclusion of the interest on the Bonds from the gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax purposes, that the Board will not repeal, revoke, rescind or amend any of such covenants without first obtaining the written approval of the Treasury Board, and that such covenants will be binding upon the Board so long as any of the Bonds are outstanding.
(Exhibit A, Webb Center Addition Feasibility Study, is contained on pages 12-64 of the Administration and Finance Committee Agenda)
The second item pertains to the administration's proposed comprehensive fee for the 1991-92 academic year. The comprehensive fee is made up of both tuition and student activity fees; student activity fees will not increase for 1991-92. The tuition increases are consistent with state policy on tuition and fees which mandates a 3 to 1 ratio for out-of-state to in-state tuition and charges out-of-state students the full cost of instruction. In addition, $3.1 million in excess tuition and fee authority granted by the General Assembly is included. These funds will be used to enhance instruction, attract and retain faculty, maintain the physical plant, and respond to the recommendations of the Commission on the University of the 21st Century. If additional budget reductions are made, it may be necessary to call in some portion of these funds to offset such cuts. While these tuition and fees are substantial, they are necessary as the University's general fund support continues to erode. Every effort has been made to control these costs and further fee increases.
The following resolution was brought forth as a recommenda-tion from the Committee and was unanimously approved:
COMPREHENSIVE FEE RESOLUTION 1991-92
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the President, the Board of Visitors approves the following comprehensive tuition cost per semester for the 1991-92 academic year and thereafter until otherwise adjusted by the Board of Visitors. Subject to concurrence of the Secretary of Education and the State Council of Higher Education.
Comprehensive Fee Per Semester for the 1991-92 Academic Year
 | IN-STATE | | OUT-OF-STATE | |
| TUITION AND FEES | | TUITION AND FEES | |
| FROM | TO | FROM | TO |
| REGULAR SESSION | | | | |
| Full-Time (12-16 Hours) | $1,248.00 | $1,392.00 | $2,916.00 | $3,432.00 |
| Undergraduate (Per Cr Hr) | $104.00 | $116.00 | $243.00 | $286.00 |
| Graduate (Per Cr Hr) | $130.00 | $148.00 | $321.00 | $375.00 |
| Teaching Assistant | $130.00 | $148.00 | $130.00 | $148.00 |
| Research Assistant | $130.00 | $148.00 | $130.00 | $148.00 |
| Ph.D. Assistantships (1) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| | | | |
| SUMMER SESSION | | | | |
| Undergraduate (Per Cr Hr) | $104.00 | $116.00 | $243.00 | $286.00 |
| Graduate (Per Cr Hr) | $130.00 | $148.00 | $321.00 | $375.00 |
| Teaching Assistant | $130.00 | $148.00 | $130.00 | $148.00 |
| Research Assistant | $130.00 | $148.00 | $130.00 | $148.00 |
| Ph.D. Assistantships (1) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| | | | |
| OFF-CAMPUS | | | | |
| Undergraduate (Per Cr Hr) | $98.00 | $110.00 | $108.00 | $145.00 |
| Graduate (Per Cr Hr) | $98.00 | $110.00 | $108.00 | $145.00 |
(1) A graduate teaching or research assistant who has completed a master's degree or its equivalent and is admitted as a matriculated student into a doctoral program and enrolls for and completes a minimum of 9 hours of graduate credit per semester or 3 hours in the summer may be granted a waiver of full tuition and fees.
NOTE: The comprehensive fee includes a student activity fee of $34.35 per credit hour for regular session and summer session students.
An overload fee is charged to undergraduate students who enroll for 17 or more units each semester. The fee is set at one half the rate of the per credit hour comprehensive fee rounded to the nearest dollar.
Mr. Hall reported that the Committee considered and approved the revised design concept for a proposed fountain and sculpture garden to be located between the new Fine Arts Center and Webb Center. The area will consist of a fountain, art display areas, lighting for evening use, seating walls and landscaping. It will be ideally suited for university receptions and art displays. The architectural firm of Stoiber and Associates has offered to provide design services for the project at no cost to the University. Mrs. Barbara Clements, daughter of former dean Heinz Meier, and one of her associates will serve as project architects. The garden will be funded by a combination of university funds and private donations.
The Committee received a status report on a number of projects that have been initiated to improve the appearance of campus. These projects represent an investment in campus beautification that exceeds $700,000. By the end of this fiscal year, landscaping work will have been completed for the Visual Arts Building, the Fine Arts Center, the athletic zone of campus, the print shop, the Chandler Hall parking lot, and Powhatan Apartments parking lot. Other improvements consist of campus entrance planting at 49th Street and Powhatan Avenue, plant replacement throughout campus, and installation of bicycle racks.
Following a review of the standing reports which were included with the agenda, the Committee reconvened in executive session for the purpose of evaluating the performance of certain university departments and for the purpose of discussing legal matters within the jurisdiction of the Board. Following the executive session, the Committee reconvened in open session and no further business was conducted.
President Koch distributed a resolution authorizing supplemental contributions to defined contribution programs. He provided background on the General Assembly's actions which decreased the State's contribution to the defined contribution programs. The General Assembly also authorized institutions to make up the difference with non-general funds. Although Old Dominion does not have funds to do so for all members, the proposed resolution authorizes the University to do so in selected instances in order to attract and retain highly qualified individuals. It is not anticipated that this will be done often. Because of the statute of limitations, it will not apply to anybody who joins after the today's date.
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the following resolution was unanimously approved:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRIBUTIONS
TO DEFINED CONTRIBUTION RETIREMENT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, §51.1-126.C of the Code of Virginia, as amended, authorizes institutions of higher education to adopt a supplementation program for those faculty who were members of an alternate retirement plan, pursuant to §51-1-126.A, prior to January 1, 1991, and;
WHEREAS, the General Assembly has authorized institutions of higher education to supplement contributions to faculty retirement accounts in an amount up to 2.17 percent of creditable compensation, and;
WHEREAS, such supplementation, if any, may be made from funding sources other than general funds, tuition or fees, now therefore;
BE IT RESOLVED, that the President is authorized to supplement the annual retirement contributions to those faculty who belong to a defined contribution retirement program and were members of said program prior to January 1, 1991, in an amount not to exceed 2.17 percent of the individual faculty member's creditable compensation, and;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding for such contributions, if any be made, shall be from appropriate sources other than general funds and tuition and fees.
STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
The Rector called on Mrs. Kilgore for the report of the Student Affairs Committee. Mrs. Kilgore reported that Dr. Burnett briefed the Committee on a number of issues affecting students, including admissions, financial aid and university support of returning student reserves who had been called to serve in Desert Storm.
Chris Sehman, Student Body President, reported on a number of student activities, including a plan for a computer driven electronic communications system, a recycling project, and some ideas for further discussion related to student academic life, the student evaluation of academic advising and tenured faculty, and the development of a cultural awareness course for students.
Captain Stubbs and Lt. Colonel Casey, leaders of the Army and Navy ROTC programs, briefed the Committee on the University's ROTC programs.
In light of the recent publicity on drug use on university campuses, the committee learned about a peer counseling program for drug and alcohol education. Talethia Harrell, a member of one of the campus sororities, told about a drug and alcohol education program established by the frater-nities and sororities. Michelle Webster, President of the Golden Key Honorary organization, reported on a drug program which her organization sponsors in the local elementary schools.
Dr. Jarrett introduced coaches for two of ODU's most successful athletic teams. Assistant Coach Yogi Hightower represented Coach Beth Anders of ODU's national champion field hockey team. Wrestling Coach Gray Simons reported that his squad finished the season ranked 20th in the Division I national rankings.
UNIVERSITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Rector Dragas asked Mr. Washington to report on behalf of the University Relations Committee. Mr. Washington reported that the Committee heard from Kay Kemper, Acting Vice President for University Relations, who reported on her office's recent activities and future plans. The Office of University Relations was reorganized on December 1, 1990, and now includes Public Information, Publications and Graphics, Governmental Relations, Special Events, Alumni Relations, and Development. Effective July 1, 1991, the Print Shop and Mail Room will also become a part of that office. Major changes include renaming a vacant position to Associate Vice President for University Relations and Executive Director of Development. That person will also serve as the chief administrative officer to the Intercollegiate and Educational Foundations. Other areas of responsibility in the Office of Development will be the annual fund, major gifts, regional campaigns, prospect research, information systems, and corporations and foundations.
Vice President Kemper also briefed the Committee on recent activities of the Office of Alumni Relations. The Alumni Association has 16 active chapters across the United States, with four new chapters scheduled to be formed by the end of the summer. New chapters are planned for San Francisco and Montgomery County, Maryland. During the past six weeks, President Koch and Director of Alumni Relations Donna Morris visited alumni in cities across the country, including Nashville, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. In the next six weeks, President Koch will visit alumni in Hawaii, Chicago, Seattle and other cities where more than 100 alumni reside. The alumni respond-ed enthusiastically to these visits and a number of programs are planned with them. The Alumni Association Board will be restructuring effective July 1. The composition of the Board of Directors will be reorganized to include increased participation of alumni outside Virginia. The position of Vice President for University Relations has been created to serve as liaison with those functions at the University. The Board will be meeting for a strategic planning session on May 18.
In the Office of Development, a consultant has been hired to assist with the search for the Associate Vice President for University Relations. To date, there are 18 individuals whom the consultant feels meet the qualifications for the position based on interviews and paper credentials. Vice President Kemper plans to visit several of these individuals and will bring two or three of them to the campus. Several members of the Board of Visitors as well as campus and other community leaders will be asked to participate in interviews, and selection should be made by the end of May.
With respect to the Annual Fund, the University is about half way toward reaching its goal of $1.2 million for this year's campaign. The University's goal is to obtain 10% more in cash than in 1990. The faculty/staff campaign has obtained 56% of its $25,000 goal, with only 8 of 20 units reporting. In the advance campaign, there has been an 8% increase in contributions over last year, with 100% participation from the Educa-tional Foundation and the Alumni Association. A Development Council has been established to provide a forum for exchange of information concerning development and to serve as an advisory group to the development program. The Committee was pleased with the progress that has been made.
Vice President Kemper ended her briefing with a viewing of the University's new promotional video.
CALL FOR NEW BUSINESS AND ADJOURNMENT
Rector Dragas asked if there was any new business to come before the Board. Hearing none, the meeting was adjourned.
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