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SAGINAW VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
BOARD OF CONTROL
MAY 6, 2006
REGULAR FORMAL SESSION
INDEX OF ACTIONS
RES-1689 RESOLUTION TO THANK EMILY HAMMERBACHER
AND THE ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES FOR THEIR
SERVICE AS STUDENT ASSOCIATION MEMBERS
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
RES-1690 RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE ANDY SUSZEK
AND REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STUDENT
ASSOCIATION ON THEIR ELECTION
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
RES-1691 RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE THE 2005-2006
SVSU BOWLING TEAM ON WINNING THE
UNIVERSITY’S THIRD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
RES-1692 RESOLUTION TO GRANT UNDERGRADUATE AND
GRADUATE DEGREES
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
RES-1693 RESOLUTION TO GRANT HONORARY DEGREE
TO SENATOR MIKE GOSCHKA
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
RES-1694 RESOLUTION TO ELECT OFFICERS OF THE
BOARD OF CONTROL
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
RES-1695 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN HEALTH SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
RES-1696 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE MASTER OF SCIENCE
IN HEALTH LEADERSHIP DEGREE PROGRAM
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
RES-1697 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FACULTY PROMOTIONS,
JULY 1, 2006
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RES-1698 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FACULTY TENURE,
JULY 1, 2006
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
RES-1699 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE INSURANCE POLICY
REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTED PARTIES
OR VENDORS
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
BM-1039 MOTION TO MOVE TO INFORMAL SESSION TO
DISCUSS COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ISSUES
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
BM-1040 MOTION TO RECONVENE IN FORMAL SESSION
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
BM-1041 MOTION TO ADJOURN
APPROVED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
MINUTES
BOARD OF CONTROL
Regular Formal Session
May 6, 2006
9:30 a.m.
Board of Control Room, Third Floor Wickes Hall
Present: Abbs
Gamez
Gilbertson
Karu
Law
Sedrowski (via conference telephone)
Wilson
Yantz
Absent: Braun
Others
Present: D. Bachand
L. Beuthin
J. Blecke
D. Boehm
J. Boehm
A. Campbell
F. Dane
D. Dorion
E. Hamilton
E. Hammerbacher
J. Howard
R. Maurovich
S. Novak
C. Ramet
B. Schaefer
R. Schneider
T. Sidle
J. Stanley
A. Suszek
G. Thompson
J. Vogl
R. Yien
Press (1)
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Yantz called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m. with Board members Abbs, Gamez, Karu, Law, and Sedrowski (by conference telephone) present.
II. PROCEDURAL ITEMS
A. Approval of Agenda and Additions to and Deletions from Agenda
The presentation of the Staff Members of the Month and the Report on Leadership Programs were deferred to the June agenda. A resolution to congratulate the 2005-2006 bowling team on winning the University’s third national championship was added.
The agenda was APPROVED as revised.
B. Approval of Minutes of March 13, 2006 Regular Formal Session
It was moved and supported that the minutes of the March 13, 2006 Regular Formal Session be approved.
The minutes were unanimously APPROVED as written.
C. Recognition of the Official Representative of the Faculty Association
Professor Gary Thompson, President-Elect of the Faculty Association, was introduced to the Board.
D. Communications and Requests to Appear Before the Board
There were no communications or requests to appear before the Board.
III. ACTION ITEMS
1. Resolution to Thank Emily Hammerbacher and the Elected Representatives for their Service as Student Association Members
RES-1689 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, Student Association President Emily Hammerbacher has been actively involved in the affairs of Saginaw Valley State University throughout her student years, demonstrating outstanding leadership qualities and abilities; and
WHEREAS, Emily Hammerbacher and the elected representatives listed below served students and the University with dedication during the 2005-2006 academic year;
Julie Akright Libby Isenhart
Anderson Bearden Kelly Keen
Reginald Blockett Steve Lewitzke
Jeanna Byers Lim Moh Tan
Jessica Chandler Nick Madaj
Justin Findlay Chelsea Robl
Jessica Gibson Elizabeth Schafer
Barbara Gordon Kelly Stewart
Brittany Griffin Andrew Suszek
Maggie Hammerbacher Ashley Verner
Michelle Herbon Kenny Williams
Ashley Issacsen
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University formally expresses its appreciation to Emily Hammerbacher and the representatives for their dedicated service on behalf of the University and its student body.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Board conveys its best wishes to Ms. Hammerbacher and the representatives for continued academic and future professional success.
Chairperson Yantz expressed appreciation to Ms. Hammerbacher and the representatives of the Student Association for the outstanding job they did over the past year.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
2. Resolution to Congratulate Andy Suszek and Representatives of the Student Association on their Election
RES-1690 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The Student Association represents the formal structure for student participation in the affairs of the University; and
WHEREAS, The individuals listed below were recently elected by vote of their fellow students to assume leadership positions in the Student Association for 2006-2007;
President
Andy Suszek
Representatives
Aaron Brown Delia Kashat
Brittany Burns Nick Kitchen
Jeanna Byers Steve Lewitzke
Lauren Clark Nick Madaj
Bridget Charland Tori Oxley
Jonathon DiBartolomeo Mari Pionk
Brittany Giordano Eric Read
Brittany Griffin Chelsea Robl
Barb Gordon Carly Toyzan
Libby Isanhart Ashley Verner
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University offers its congratulations and best wishes to the aforementioned leaders on their election to office;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Board conveys its pledge to work with these leaders toward the betterment of Saginaw Valley State University.
Mr. Suszek told the Board that he is a political science major, and that this is his fourth year as a member of the Student Association.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
3. Resolution to Congratulate the 2005-2006 SVSU Bowling Team on Winning the University’s Third National Championship
RES-1691 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The 2005-2006 Saginaw Valley State University Bowling Team captured the school’s third National Championship as sanctioned by the United States Bowling Congress; and
WHEREAS, Team member and junior Anthony LaCaze was named Honorable Mention All-American by the National Collegiate Bowling Coaches Association; and
WHEREAS, Team member and junior Anthony LaCaze and team member and freshman Dan MacLelland were named to the 2006 Intercollegiate Bowling Team Championships All-Tournament Team; and
WHEREAS, The 2005-2006 Bowling Team won the Sectional Title in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and defeated 12 other schools en route to competing in the national championships; and
WHEREAS, The 2005-2006 Bowling Team finished the regular season ranked third in the nation in CollegeBowling.com’s weekly poll.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University congratulate Coach Dan Dorion and team members Anthony LaCaze, Dan MacLelland, Steve Novak, Jason Howard, LeRoy Anderson, Andrew Campbell, Greg Kuehnl and Toby Sidle for attaining this high level of achievement and commend Coach Dorion and the team for their outstanding record. Their commitment to excellence and performance has brought national distinction to the University and its athletic program.
Joe Vogl, Director of Athletics, told the Board that Coach Dan Dorion has been at SVSU for 16 years. His teams won national championships in 1991, 1997, and 2006.
Coach Dorion introduced four members of the SVSU Bowling Team: Jason Howard, Steve Novak, Andrew Campbell, and Toby Sidle.
Chairperson Yantz congratulated Coach Dorion and the team for a truly outstanding season.
(Trustee Wilson joined the meeting at 9:40 a.m.)
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
4. Resolution to Grant Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees
RES-1692 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, Saginaw Valley State University is granted the authority to confer undergraduate and graduate degrees as outlined in Section 5 of Public and Local Acts of Michigan 1965; and
WHEREAS, Operating Policy 3.101 Article III of the Board reserves to the Board the authority to grant degrees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University approve the awarding of undergraduate and graduate degrees at the May 6, 2006 Commencement as certified by the faculty and the Registrar.
President Gilbertson noted that this will be the University’s largest commencement ever, even though three commencements are now held each year. Eight hundred and eighty-one students are eligible to graduate this semester: 686 will participate in the ceremony.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
5. Resolution to Grant Honorary Degree to Senator Mike Goschka
RES-1693 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, Senator Mike Goschka’s distinguished political career includes serving three terms as a member of the Michigan State House of Representatives and two terms as a Michigan State Senator; and
WHEREAS, Senator Goschka is a lifelong resident of Michigan and represents the people of the Thirty-Second Senate District, which encompasses Saginaw and Gratiot Counties; and
WHEREAS, Senator Goschka has compiled an outstanding record of public service. As a member of the State House of Representatives, he served on the House Agriculture, Education, Tax Policy, and Oversight and Ethics Committees. As a State Senator, he has served on the Senate Appropriations Committee and has chaired the Subcommittee on Higher Education; and
WHEREAS, Mike Goschka has been a constant champion for establishing basic student support for all Michigan universities. He has introduced legislation to ensure the feasibility of State support for new infrastructure and building projects and has sponsored legislation to reduce healthcare costs to Michigan counties; and
WHEREAS, Senator Goschka has remained active in numerous organizations, from Saginaw County historical societies to conservation clubs, and has served on the Advisory Boards of the Child Abuse and Neglect Council and the Saginaw City Rescue Mission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University approve the granting of the Honorary Doctor of Laws degree to State Senator Mike Goschka to be presented at the May 6, 2006 Commencement.
President Gilbertson noted that Senator Goschka’s wife was graduating from SVSU today, with a Master’s degree from the College of Education.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
6. Resolution to Elect Officers of the Board of Control
RES-1694 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control Bylaws stipulate that a Nominating Committee shall be appointed by the Board to recommend candidates for each office;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Nominating Committee of Ruth A. Braun, Lawrence E. Sedrowski, and Leola Wilson submit for election the following slate of officers of the Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control for 2006-2007.
Chair Jerome L. Yantz
Vice Chair David R. Gamez
Secretary Kizhakepat P. Karunakaran, M.D.
Treasurer D. Brian Law
Trustee Wilson reported that the Nominating Committee was proud to submit the slate of officers listed above.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
7. Resolution to Approve Bachelor of Science in Health Science Degree Program
RES-1695 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University reserves the authority to approve the establishment or discontinuation of degree programs and academic majors; and
WHEREAS, A Bachelor of Science in Health Science Degree will serve the needs of various student constituencies: undergraduates exploring career options in health or human services or those interested in gerontology, individuals changing careers or currently employed in health or human services but who seek a related degree, and students entering the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program; and
WHEREAS, Support for a Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree program has been expressed by members of the health and human services community and by members of various University disciplines; and
WHEREAS, The SVSU Faculty ratified the program on March 16, 2006 and the Subcommittee of the President’s Council of State Universities of Michigan approved the program on April 7, 2006; and
WHEREAS, The University has reallocated and committed resources to support this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University approve the Bachelor of Science in Health Science Degree program effective July 1, 2006.
President Gilbertson told the Board that the development of the new Bachelor of Health Science Degree Program and the Master of Science in Health Leadership Degree Program was the result of a lengthy process originating in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. After being ratified by the faculty, the proposed degrees were taken to the Presidents Council of State Universities of Michigan in Lansing for approval at the State level. Approval by the Board of Control is the final stage of the process.
Dr. Janalou Blecke, Dean of the College of Nursing & Health Sciences, noted that the degree programs had been two years in the making. The advice and counsel of several external advisory groups had been sought. Those groups and potential students are very excited about both degrees, as they will offer opportunities that were not available previously at SVSU. Several already existing interdisciplinary courses will be utilized.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
8. Resolution to Approve Master of Science in Health Leadership Degree Program
RES-1696 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University reserves the authority to approve the establishment or discontinuation of degree programs and academic majors; and
WHEREAS, A Master of Science in Health Leadership Degree will provide an interdisciplinary graduate program for those individuals seeking preparation for leadership in health and human services organizations; and
WHEREAS, Support for a Master of Science in Health Leadership degree program has been expressed by members of the health and human services community and by members of various University disciplines; and
WHEREAS, The SVSU Faculty ratified the program on March 16, 2006 and the Subcommittee of the President’s Council of State Universities of Michigan approved the program on April 7, 2006; and
WHEREAS, The University has reallocated and committed resources to support this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Control of Saginaw Valley State University approve the Master of Science in Health Leadership Degree program effective July 1, 2006.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
9. Resolution to Approve Faculty Promotions, July 1, 2006
RES-1697 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, promotions to various academic ranks represent formal and traditional recognition of faculty accomplishments:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following faculty members be granted promotions to the ranks specified, effective July 1, 2006.
Rank of Assistant Professor
Herd, Vanessa Brooks Social Work
Hlavacek, Amy Mathematical Sciences
Hlavacek, Jan Mathematical Sciences
Rank of Associate Professor
Chubb, Andrew Chemistry
Clark, Russell Electrical & Computer Engineering
Colwell, Nancy Mathematical Sciences
Gilbreath, Carolyn Teacher Education
Kalmar, Kathy Teacher Education
Mathur, Nameeta History/Geography
Sunderman, Frederick History/Geography
Rank of Professor
Ahmad, Hamza Mathematical Sciences
Gardner, Eric English
Huntley, Deborah Chemistry
Lively, Debra Teacher Education
Owocki, Gretchen Teacher Education
Shih, Marian Physics
Stanton, David Biology
Teed, Paul History/Geography
President Gilbertson told the Board that the above-named faculty members had undergone an elaborate process during which they were reviewed by their respective Departments and Colleges and by the Professional Practices Committee (PPC). They are being recommended for promotion by the President and the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
10. Resolution to Approve Faculty Tenure, July 1, 2006
RES-1698 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, Faculty tenure provides continuous employment of a faculty member for at least a basic two-semester appointment during each fiscal year, and
WHEREAS, Tenure status is achieved when a faculty member is recommended by the Professional Practices Committee and by the Administration for continuous appointment henceforth,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following faculty member be granted tenure, as provided by the terms of the SVSU - Faculty Association agreement, effective July 1, 2006.
Vanessa Brooks Herd Assistant Professor, Social Work
President Gilbertson told the Board that Professor Herd had gone through the usual process for granting tenure.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
11. Resolution to Approve Insurance Policy Requirements for Contracted Parties or Vendors
RES-1699 It was moved and supported that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, The University engages vendors who provide support services for academic and administrative functions of the institution; and
WHEREAS, It is good risk management practice to protect the University from potential liability and economic loss;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the attached policy which sets forth insurance coverage requirements for contracted parties or vendors be adopted. (See Appendix One: Insurance.)
James G. Muladore, Vice President for Administration & Business Affairs, stated that it is good risk management practice to require vendors or contracted parties who perform services on the campus to have insurance coverage as well as contracts with the University to protect it from liability. A minimum limit of $1,000,000 for each occurrence for bodily injury and property damage is the industry norm.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
IV. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
There were no Information or Discussion Items.
V. REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
President Gilbertson thanked the Board for their willingness to move the Regular Formal Session which had been scheduled for May 5th to this morning.
VI. OTHER ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION OR ACTION
12. Motion to Move to Informal Session to Discuss Collective Bargaining Issues
BM-1039 It was moved and supported that the Board move to Informal Session to discuss collective bargaining issues.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
The Board moved to Informal Session at 9:58 a.m.
13. Motion to Reconvene in Formal Session
BM-1040 It was moved and supported that the Board reconvene in Formal Session
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
The Board reconvened in Formal Session at 10:45 a.m.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
14. Motion to Adjourn
BM-1041 It was moved and supported that the meeting be adjourned.
The motion was APPROVED unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:46 a.m.
Respectfully submitted:
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Jerome L. Yantz
Chairman
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K.P. Karunakaran
Secretary
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Jo A. Stanley
Recording Secretary
Secretary to the Board of Control
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