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1 Zoom Meeting Guidelines
The meeting agenda will still be run by Chairman Davis. Board Liaison, Kelly Moran, will run the virtual aspects of the meeting (display presentation, give speakers the ability to speak, and manage the chat, etc.). Joy Folmar will take attendance, record the meeting minutes, and record the roll call votes.
Joining the Meeting x The Zoom meeting will open 30 minutes before the scheduled meeting time to give Trustees an opportunity to test technology. x All Trustees must change their participant name to their full name, if it is already not showing. This will ensure we know who is present and who is voting. o To change your name, scroll the mouse over the microphone and camera icons and two buttons will appear the say “mute” and “more”. Click on “more” and select “rename”. A window will open and you will be able to edit your name.
Audio x Ensure that sound and video (if wanted) are enabled on your device. A roll call will be done at the beginning of the meeting to ensure everyone can hear one another. x Your microphone will be muted by the meeting moderator, unless you “raise your hand” to speak. When you are finished speaking, “lower your hand”.
Questions + Motion x Via Zoom Video Conference: To ask a question or make a motion click the “raise your hand” in your Zoom session to request to speak. You will then be unmuted and allowed to ask your question or begin a motion. Instruction on how to “raise your hand” in Zoom is available at: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/205566129 x Via Phone Conference: To ask a question or make a motion, you will be promoted to “raise your hand” by pressing “*9” to request to speak. You will then be unmuted and allowed to ask your question or begin a motion. Instruction on how to “raise your hand” by phone is available here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362663
Voting x A roll call vote will be taken for each motion. All trustees will be unmuted for each vote.
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2 COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES QUARTERLY MEETING WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2020 | 6:00 PM
Virtual Meeting Via Zoom: https://calu.zoom.us/j/97350363853 Phone Option: 646-558-8656| Meeting ID: 973 5036 3853
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER James Davis II. RECORDING ATTENDANCE Joy Folmar III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. September 16, 2020 – Regular Meeting IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS V. APSCUF COMMENTS Craig Smith VI. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT James Davis VII. PACT UPDATE Stephen DeFrank VIII. UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT’S REPORT Geraldine M. Jones IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Academic Affairs Sandra Guthrie 1. Quarterly Update B. Enrollment Management Tony Amadio 1. Quarterly Update C. Administration and Finance Larry Maggi 1. Review of Annual Financial Statements 2. Quarterly Contracts and Purchases (Action Item) 3. 2020-2021 Budget Review 4. Quarterly Projects Update D. Student Affairs Justin Nwokeji 1. Quarterly Update E. Communications and Marketing Robin Betza 1. Quarterly Update F. University Development and Alumni Relations Stephen DeFrank 1. Quarterly Update X. EXECUTIVE SESSION (IF NEEDED) XI. ADJOURNMENT
3 MEETING MINUTES
4 California University of Pennsylvania Council of Trustees Regular Quarterly Meeting Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Note: Meeting held via Zoom Meeting Minutes
I. CALL TO ORDER The Council of Council of Trustees at California University of Pennsylvania met in regular session on Wednesday, September 16, 2020, via Zoom. Chair Davis called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
II. Recording Attendance Roll call indicated the following were in attendance:
Present: Robin Betza, Jim Davis, Stephen DeFrank, Maria Dovshek, Sandra Guthrie, Barry Niccolai, and Justin Nwokeji.
Note: Larry Maggi joined the Zoom meeting at 6:55 p.m.
Absent: Tony Amadio, James Harris, and Sean Logue.
Geraldine Jones, University President; Dan Engstrom, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dave Garcia, Vice President for Enrollment Management; Bob Thorn, Vice President for Administration & Finance; Nancy Pinardi, Vice President for Student Affairs; Christine Kindl, Vice President for Communications and Marketing; Tony Mauro, Vice President for University Development & Alumni Relations; and Kelly Moran, Chief of Staff to the President.
III. Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Trustee DeFrank, and seconded by Trustee Niccolai, to approve the minutes from the June 3, 2020, regular quarterly meeting.
Yeas: All Nays: None Motion Passed
A motion was made by Trustee Niccolai, and seconded by Trustee Betza, to approve the minutes from the August 5, 2020, special meeting.
Yeas: All Nays: None Motion Passed
IV. Public Comments There were no public comments.
5 V. APSCUF Comments Craig Smith, Local APSCUF President, provided remarks on behalf of ASPCUF.
VI. Chairman’s Report Chairman Davis thanked PASSHE attorney, Mike Ferguson, for all his work and dedication to CALU and wished him in his new role with the system integrations. Laura Neal will be assuming the duties as Cal U’s day-today counsel.
VII. PACT UPDATE Trustee DeFrank provided a PACT update.
VIII. University President’s Report President Jones gave a report which included updates on the following: x Clarion and Edinboro Integrations x Middle States Evaluation
IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Academic Affairs 1. Quarterly Update Interim Provost Engstrom reported on a new advising program, Appreciative Advising, a student-centered approach that personalizes the academic advising and course scheduling experience to meet students’ individual needs. He also complimented the faculty for adjusting to teaching online for the semester. B. Enrollment Management 1. Quarterly Update Vice President Garcia reported encouraging enrollment numbers – a .063% in fall headcount from a year ago. He also remains optimistic about enrollment projections moving forward, citing several resources, including the ReUp Network. Cal U was among the first universities to join the national initiative, which provides a path to graduation for students who have some college experience, but no degree. After one year of this partnership, Cal U has enrolled 42 students for Fall 2020 and that figure could double in a year. C. Administration and Finance 1. Quarterly Contract and Purchases A motion was made by Trustee Maggi, and seconded by Trustee Niccolai, to approve the contracts and purchases for the period of April 21, 2020 through July 20, 2020, negotiated and/or awarded by the President or her designee, as well as all contracts for consultative services.
Yeas: All Nays: None Motion Passed
2. 2019-2020 University Budget Review VP Thorn reviewed the 2019-2020 university budget.
6 3. 2020-2021 University Budget Approval A motion was made by Trustee DeFrank, and seconded by Trustee Maggi, to approve the 2020-2021 University Budget.
Yeas: All Nays: None Motion Passed
4. Quarterly Update Vice President Thorn updated the trustees on budget and finances, and the pandemic’s influence on those numbers. He also provided an update on the Campus Master Plan, which will reduce the campus footprint by about 174,000 square feet. He also reported that 184 student-athletes earned PSAC Scholar- Athlete status (3.25 grade-point average or higher) and 253 made the Athletic Director Honor Roll (3.0 or higher). Collectively, Cal U’s teams earned a 3.52 overall GPA.
D. Student Affairs 1. Quarterly Update Vice President Pinardi reported on the ways her staff welcomed students with a wide variety of educational and entertainment programs and activities as part of this year’s Welcome Weekend. The core of the original Welcome Weekend program stayed intact after the shift from an in-person program to a virtual program. To promote engagement and help new students adjust to college life, Student Affairs organized educational and entertainment programs that will continue through the first 30 days of the semester.
E. Communications and Marketing 1. Quarterly Update Vice President Kindl discussed how the Welcome Center – often the place where students and their families get their first impression of the University – was reimagined after its move from Eberly Hall to the Natali Student Center. The creative services team worked with the Admissions Office and Facilities Management staff to transform a portion of the bookstore into a space that both welcomes and informs families while reinforcing the Cal U’s brand. Wayfinding signage installed throughout the student center will help future students and families find their way to the new Welcome Center.
F. University Development and Alumni Relations 1. Quarterly Update Vice President Mauro reported that his office has raised more than $4.8 million in cash donations and pledges for fiscal year 2019-2020, which exceeds the division’s eight-year average. This total includes $2,651,370 in cash donations, an increase of $621,349, or 31%, over the division’s eight-year average.
X. EXECUTIVE SESSION None
XI. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Barry Niccolai, and seconded by Justin Nwokeji, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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2020 – The Year of Faculty Innovation Throughout these challenging times, the faculty, staff, and students of Eberly College of Science & Technology remained committed to our mission, vision, and values. Our community of scholars have developed strategies to support each other and our students in navigating the remote learning environment.
Faculty continue to identify and implement innovative learning methods to support student learning. We have leveraged community partnerships and grant opportunities to create quality opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. 2020 has presented a year of challenges for California University of Pennsylvania and It is an honor to serve alongside colleagues the world around us. When COVID-19 that continually demonstrate the ability to forced us into this world of remote work and remain visionary and agile during times of learning, no one imagined our remote world uncertainty and complexity. Our vision to be would continue through the end of the year. a leader in innovative teaching, research, and community involvement in order to Eberly College of Science & Technology is a address the future needs of our students, community of scholars committed to student alumni, industry stakeholders, and the success and access to high-quality graduate Commonwealth remains at the forefront of and undergraduate education in STEM and everything we do as members of Eberly professional fields of study. We achieve College of Science & Technology. student success through innovative learning methods, a high level of student-faculty- community interaction, basic and applied Sincerely, research, educational outreach, and community partnerships. Brenda Fredette
9 academic success leading to increased Cal U Receives retention, persistence, and graduation. $2.1 Million Title III Grant College Innovation Network (CIN)
California University of Pennsylvania has been Cal U is a founding member of the College awarded a five-year, $2.1 million grant from the Innovation Network (CIN). The College U.S. Department of Education. The Title III Innovation Network connects member Strengthening Institutions program helps educational organizations with Ed Tech Institutions of Higher Education become self- innovations designed to advance student sufficient and expand their capacity to serve academic, career, and life outcomes. low-income students. CIN functions are facilitated by WGU Labs, an The “Transforming Obstacles into Opportunities” affiliate of Western Governor’s University. All grant will implement five strategic activities: costs associated with CIN membership and appreciative advising, supplemental instruction, piloting Ed Tech innovations are covered by professional development to enhance classroom WGU Labs through funding from the Charles instruction for engaging student learning, Koch Foundation. alignment of Academic Success Center support services with campus initiatives, and work- Cal U of PA’s collaborative team represents a based learning experiences. The funded broad array of expertise from across campus. activities will be available to all students, with The areas represented on this grant from CAL U some additional supports specifically provided include: Eberly College of Science and for academically at-risk students. This grant will Technology Dean’s office, Office of Student also increase the unrestricted endowment funds Success, Office of Institutional Research, Utech. to improve institutional fiscal stability. Participating universities in the first cohort This collaborative initiative will involve faculty decided on four priorities: Access and Equity, and staff co-leads for each of the strategic Student Engagement, Faculty Readiness for activities. Funding supports addition of a Project Remote Learning, and Early Alert Systems. The Manager, Academic Achievement Specialist, participating institutions are given great flexibility and Work-based Learning Experiences to determine what solutions and priorities align Coordinator. with their needs. Cal U will examine integration of D2L/Brightspace with our early alert system, Successful implementation of program activities Starfish. is expected to improve student engagement and
10 Assisting with the Transition to Remote Delivery Dr. Paul Hettler and Dr. Elizabeth Jones assisted faculty with online and remote learning. Each held four online office hours dedicated to consulting with faculty on a wide variety of topics related to course delivery. In early October Dr. Jones offered a virtual “Applying the Quality Matters Rubric” workshop to 21 faculty. Drs. Hettler and Jones facilitated online sections of the Quality Matters “Improving your Online Course” workshop with 24 completions. They are currently facilitating the “Designing your Online Course” workshop with 14 active participants.
According to Dr. Hettler, “Through this process, I have really come to understand at a different level the needs of our faculty. The workshops In May 2020, 12 Cal U faculty took Online have been a great way to share innovative Learning Consortium’s Science Lab Mastery techniques with faculty and then see in real time Course as a part of the “train the trainer” how they are implemented in their courses. The framework to provide faculty with professional best part has been that faculty have found new development opportunity to enhance their skills methods for their online courses, but have also in providing effective online laboratory started to think in new ways about their face-to- experience to students. face classes as well.” After finishing the five-week training program, Dr. Jones stated “The exciting thing for me has these faculty worked on designing a similar been finding how to use tools that we already training module available to all CalU faculty.culty have in different ways. Through these Under Dr. Mario Majcen’s lead this trainingn workshops and activities this semester I’ve been module was developed in July, and in eearly able to share this knowledge with many faculty August training was offered to all CalU facufaculty. so that they can make an immediate difference In total, additional 19 faculty were successfullycess u in their courses.” trained before the start of Fall 2020 semester.meste Cal U’s Teaching and Learning Center provided As a participant, Dr. Larry Horath stated “I found training on D2L/Brightspace, Zoom, and it to be challenging and educational. In the Mediasite. Overview trainings were completed future, due to remote instruction, I will be using by 132 faculty and sub-session trainings each some of the concepts and techniques had at least 100 participants. provided.”.
The training will be provided again during winter break.
11 Supporting the Student Experience
Veterinary Technology students spent several days at a Washington County farm. Under the Outdoor or socially distanced “boot camps” supervision of Dr. Nancy Pugh, students allowed faculty to provide hands-on experiences practiced performing AVMA required essential to students in specialized majors. tasks such as physical examinations, blood draws, and injections. Students in ENS 423 Wildlife Management Techniques lab were offered the opportunity to “I love to actually get to experience what it’s like meet in the field while the rest of the class was to work with an animal instead of reading a zoomed into the experience. Students in this textbook,” student Coco Pahanish says. “I’m particular lab were collecting data on detection thankful there was a way to make it work this probability among observers to find "carcasses" semester. It’s my favorite.” in wildlife surveys, as part of a larger unit on estimating numbers of animals in wild To provide students with meaningful research- populations. All of the students were able to based lab experiences, Michell Valkanas observe the survey technique, and the students (adjunct) became certified as a Tiny Earth in the field collected data that was shared to the instructor and incorporated the Tiny earth entire class for manipulation and interpretation. curriculum into the microbiology lab course. This is a project that allows students to be involved in According to Dr. Carol Bocetti "In the remote discovering new antibiotic-producing soil learning format, many hands-on experiences microbes (https://tinyearth.wisc.edu/). provided in my course were replaced by videos produced by wildlife professionals from around the country in a greater diversity of habitats for a larger variety of wildlife species than students would have seen here in Southwest Pennsylvania. However, no video can give a student the full experience compared to the real hands-on feel of wrestling a jammed trigger plate of a live-trap, or untangling the strings of a Six of these students were able to present their mistnet, or stomping through briars as you research from these microbiology labs at the search for carcasses in a mortality survey. This Regional Science Consortium Virtual semester, my students got both!" Conference!
12 Students in the Department of Nursing & Health Dr. Pratibha Menon obtained certification in the Sciences were engaged in experiential learning Agile development method using the Mendix and provided demonstrations of essential platform. The storyboarding methods available skills/competencies in a laboratory setting, while in Mendix proved to be incredibly valuable, observing all recommended personal-protection allowing the students and Dr. Menon to strategies and following CDC guidelines. brainstorm how the current food supply chain Flexibility was a key component for Nursing as systems could be altered to prevent food waste. many of our students are registered nurses Each of the eight project teams proposed their providing direct care for patients in hospital unique approach to building a more efficient settings. food chain system that would connect food donors to people and organizations in need of food.
Dr. Menon believes he projects were significant to students, as the pandemic had made us all attentive to the food insecurity problems in our communities and encouraged students to work as a team to solve a problem that would bring value to the community.
Leveraging Remote Opportunities to provide Industry Recognized Certificates Incorporating an iPad from our Teaching and Learning Center, Dr. Schickel was able to do interactive hands-free demonstrations and equipment operations during Zoom lab sessions. The students were able to complete all the creative and technical print-ready design The Mechatronics Engineering Technology steps using the Adobe software to which they faculty incorporated Tooling U – SME training have access. While students were not able to modules to educate students in concepts such get their own hands on the press, Dr. SchickelSchick as metal working and welding that are believes that the live interactive platemakingaking and traditionally taught in a laboratory setting. press run demonstrations provided a viablei Tooling U – SME is used by more than half the learning experience as evidenced by thehe overallov Fortune 500 manufactures and educational positive quality of their project submissions.ions. institutions for workforce development. With the assistance of Mechatronics faculty, students in MTR 300 are on their way to obtaining Creating Learning Opportunities approximately 40 manufacturing certificates. through the Pandemic University Robots Academy was used in the The senior capstone courses play a critical role Robotics Teaming course. University Robots is in connecting student learning in their Computer a Danish manufacturer of smaller flexible Information Systems curriculum. The pandemic industrial collaborative robot arms. Interactive impacted the way they usually sourced and training for their latest generation of e-series tracked projects for these capstone courses the robots was offered to students in RET 210. All campus students to communicate their ideas. students completed 14 modules and obtained 3 certificates.
13 Eberly College of Science & Technology Welcomes Dr. Thomas Dr. Brenton Wilburn (Department of Computer Science, Information Systems and Engineering Wickham As Interim Assistant Dean Technology) leads the “HAL” project to create a small-scale robotics platform from scratch. This project started before the COVID-19 outbreak but continued through it. Using the very limited funds available in the RET program from lab fees, faculty used their creativity to fabricate robotic platforms. The average cost of a robotic platform available in the market is $750. The faculty were able to design two versions that cost less than $350 each. A total of ten platforms are in production, and all are expected to be finished before the end of this year.
2021 Master’s Tournament Dr. Thomas Wickham joined the Dean’s Office Opportunities in August 2020 as Interim Assistant Dean of the College.
Dr. Wickham has been a member of the Cal U family for the past 20 years. He brings an abundance of experience as a faculty member, former department chairperson, and membership on many University committees.
In his capacity as Interim Assistant Dean, Tom will assist with management of accreditation, assessment, and strategic planning. He willwil share responsibility for leadership and operational oversight of the College.
Meet Hal The 2021 Master’s tournament has been scheduled for April 5-April 11, 2021 and Professor Justin Barroner was able to secure multiple student positions at the event in order to expand their influence at the Masters Golf Tournament. Assuming COVID-19 allows this will be the programs 5th year helping to manage operations at the tournament. Barroner says “This experience allows our students to gain valuable skills at one of the largest, most significant stages in all sport. Students will be working within various departments including tournament operations, merchandising and golf swing analysis.”
14 Dr. Ghassan Al-Sinbol's (Department of Eberly College of Science & Computer Science, Information Systems and Technology – Faculty Grants and Engineering Technology ) “CAL U Curiosity Rover” project was sponsored by CAL U FPDC Honors for 2020-2021 academic year. The goal of this project is to develop a robotics research Dr. Thomas Mueller, Department of Business, platform. This robot is expected to start roaming Economics and Enterprise Sciences, has CAL U campus autonomously in the very near received $23,500 for a project entitled “State future. View Program Development and Operations for the State of Pennsylvania” from the US Geological Survey through America View.
Dr. Chad Kauffman, Department of Mathematics and Physical Sciences, has received $94,200 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for a project through the American Meteorological Society.
M. Scott Zema, Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, was appointed to the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification Standards Committee. Dr. Jacob Bethem and Dr. Susan Ryan Dr. Carol Biddington and Dr. Rebecca Hess (Business, Economics, & Enterprise Sciences) (Department of Exercise and Sports Studies) are serving as co-guest editors for the open- assisted Dr. Roseann Wood (CalU DHSc grad – access journal Sustainability for a Special Issue 2019) with her publication in Woman’s Mid-Life entitled "Impacts and Sustainability of Tourism, Health Journal. Hospitality, and Events
Professor Justin Barroner, Professor James Dr. Nan Li (Business, Economics, & Enterprise Pond, Dr. Barry McGlumphy and Dr. Jeffrey Sciences) presented a research paper about the Hatton (Department of Exercise and Sports use of a mobile app for online learning at the Studies) secured a partnership with TechnoGym annual conference of National Association of International to help expand the marketing reach Business, Economics and Technology. of the Graduate Exercise Science and Health Promotion program. Dr. Olaniyi S. Iyiola (Mathematics and Physical Kyle Fredrick and Dan Harris (Department of Sciences) is a guest editor for the open access Biology, Geology, and Environmental Sciences) journal Symmetry. The topic: New Trends in began their 2020-2021 re-elected terms serving Fractional Calculus and Applications in on the Board for the Pittsburgh Geological Engineering and Infectious Diseases. Society. Dr. Leandro Junes (Mathematics and Physical Dr. Lisa Kovalchick (Computer Science, Sciences) has been working on independent Information Systems, and Engineering research with a student. They have submitted Technology) received the Best Paper Award at four problems for publication in a professional the 2020 Conference on Computing Education. journal (The Fibonacci Quarterly) and plan to publish even more in Spring 2021. 15 (QUROOPHQW0DQDJHPHQW
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ENROLLMENT UPDATE GRADUATE ENROLLMENT Winter 2020 and spring 2021 enrollments Graduate enrollments are the primary driver trending upwards. for increased enrollments.
Projections for winter session are trending Fall 2020 experienced an increase in overall upward as student registrations are up student enrollment after 10 years of consecutive compared to last year at this point in time. As a enrollment decreases. One primary reason for reminder, winter session is 100% online which this increase was due to graduate enrollments. provides students an opportunity to take courses Ben Brudnock was hired as the director of over the Holiday break away from campus. graduate admissions in January of 2020. Mr. Spring 2021 registrations are projecting an Brudnock brought his graduate enrollment increase in total overall enrollment compared to experience from Waynesburg University where last year at this point in time. Graduate he served as Director of Graduate Admissions. enrollments are the primary drivers for this Ben also has experience with corporate increase. As of mid-November, graduate partnership which Cal U was starting to develop. registrations were up 321 students. Most of that increase comes from graduate global online In addition to adding Ben’s leadership for the enrollments. Undergraduate enrollments are graduate admissions office, here are some other trending downward primarily in face to face significant changes made in Ben’s area. enrollments. Overall, total enrollments are projected to increase for winter and spring • Utilization of the new CRM Slate platform semesters. Enrollment growth in a time of • Partnership with the Educational pandemic is significant and much appreciation Advisory Board (EAB) for adult-learner goes out to faculty, staff, and students who have populations gone above and beyond the call of service. • Adoption of Virtual Information Sessions • Project Manager for Educational Alliance By the numbers: program • Winter session enrollment up 9% as of mid-November Quick Facts: • Spring 2021 registrations are up 8% as • Graduate enrollment increased for fall of mid-November 2020 by 5.9% • Spring 2021 graduate online registrations • Projected enrollment increases for winter are up more than 29% as of mid- and spring semester November • Increase in prospect attendance for graduate information sessions
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The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs COVID 19 PANDEMIC IMPACT and Veterans Club hosted the 47th Annual Never has there been a time like this pandemic Observation Event for higher education and enrollment. Cal U continues to lead in hosting this event more than any other institution. Mid-March, 2020 was around the date when Cal U decided to send all students and all Cal U held its annual observation event to honor employees home for the remainder of the spring Veterans’ Day and all of the men and women semester. We had large events planned for the who are currently serving or have served in the following week but we had to cancel them due to United States Armed Forces. President Jones the pandemic. This point in time is important gave a welcome and thanked those who served because higher education and Cal U had to or are currently serving. President Jones has make significant changes in a short amount of always supported our military and veteran time. students at Cal U. Dr. Susan Morris-Rutledge served as keynote speaker. How has the pandemic impacted enrollment? COVID 19 has had some negative impacts on The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs enrollment management but it also has had coordinated several events during Veterans’ positive impact. Here is a look at both week 2020. Plans are being developed to outcomes. continue activities for spring 2021.
Negative Impact Career and Professional Development Center • Nationally, Freshmen enrollment down (CPCD) hosted Virtual Events for fall 2020 13% in fall 2020 Helping students and alumni to make • Nationally, undergraduate enrollment connections. down 4.4% • Community College enrollment down More than 200 students and alumni made 9.5% connections at the Professional Development • Freshmen applications for fall 2021 down Virtual Conference, co-hosted by the Cal U by 10% to 25% Career and Professional Development Center • 1st gen and underrepresented freshmen and the Clarion University Career Center. Nine applications are down nationally sessions presented by employers and Career • Cal U freshmen applications are down Center staff were offered. 17% for fall 2021 • FAFSA Filers are down nationally The CPDC helped more than 75 students and alumni make nearly 200 connections with 15 Positive Impact employers attending the Business and Technology Virtual Job & Internship Fair in • Increase campus visit opportunities via October. Cal U Graduate Admissions also virtual options offered a session on graduate school • Host more open house visit programs via opportunities. virtual options
• Increase attendance for graduate informational sessions • Increase with student engagement with career services
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Financial Aid Update Disbursing Federal, State, and CARES Act funding for fall 2020-21.
In August, Student Financial Aid office created an online application process for the CARES Act funding. Approximately $100K was reserved from the big awarding process of CARES Act funding back in March 2020. For fall 2020, enrolled students had the opportunity to apply for additional CARES Act funding based on financial hardship caused by COVID 19.
With the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) going live on October 1, the financial aid staff has increased outreach efforts to increase the number of filers. Nationally, the number of student FAFSA filers are down significantly. Staff members are participating with admissions recruitment virtual events and open house programs to get the word out about completing the FAFSA. Plans are being developed to continue outreach efforts for winter and spring season.
The Financial Aid office is working closely with Student Accounts office with providing support for students having issues with registration due to outstanding balances owed. Staff attended virtual Cal U Ready sessions with Student Accounts to meet with students.
Welcome Center moves from Eberly Hall to Natali Student Center Visitors to campus will be starting their tour from a different location.
After many years of the Welcome Center greeting visitors from Eberly Hall, now families will start their visit at the Natali Student Center. The new location is situated next to the Campus Book Store and is close by to Chick-fil-A. Guest parking is reserved behind the Gold Rush entrance side. Much appreciation goes out to communications and marketing, parking services, facilities, finance administration and admissions.
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AUDITED FINANCIAL 2020-2021 BUDGET REVIEW STATEMENTS Enclosed for review purposes is California’s 2020- The Audited Financial Statements for the period 2021 Educational and General budget update for ending June 30, 2020 and 2019, prepared by the fourth quarter. CliftonLarsonAllen, will be provided electronically to the Council of Trustees under separate cover. The information provided details the Original Budget approved for fiscal year 2020-2021 and the current year-end projections, which include QUARTERLY CONTRACTS AND adjustments to student enrollment, other revenues PURCHASES and fees, as well as operational expenses. Action Item ENCLOSURES Each year, California University consciously expends funds for the betterment of faculty, staff, 1. Contracts and Purchases students and the University. a. Over $10,000 b. $10,000 and Under As called for by Act 188 of 1982, the Council of 2. Explanation for Selected Contracts and Trustees shall “review and approve all contracts Purchases and purchases negotiated or awarded by the 3. 2020-2021 Educational and General Budget president with or without competitive bidding and all contracts for consultative services entered by the president”.
For the period of July 21 through October 20, 2020, a total of $3,592,147.85 was recorded for the third quarter. Purchases and contracts with a value over $10,000 totaled $2,740,603.71; purchases and contracts $10,000 and under totaled $851,544.14. Enclosed with this report is an overview that provides insight into each purchase and/or contract, with an explanation detailing each expense over $10,000.
Approval of the quarterly contracts and purchases is required from the Council of Trustees.
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THE ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE DIVISION IS COMPRISED OF THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS:
Accounting, Keith Curran, Comptroller Administrative Services, Thomas Taylor, Director of Administrative Services Athletics, Karen Hjerpe, Director of Athletics Environmental Health and Safety Facilities Management, Michael Kanalis, Director of Facilities Management Human Resources, Eric Guiser, Director of Human Resources Parking and Transportation, Chris Johnston, Director of Parking and Transportation Payroll, James Ahearn, Director of Payroll Purchasing, Melissa Walker, Director of Purchasing Student Accounts, Jack Rogers, Director of Student Accounts University Police, Edward McSheffery, Chief of Police University Technology Services, Paul Allison, Associate Vice President for Information Technology
Fawn Petrosky, Associate Vice President for Administration and Finance Robert J. Thorn, Vice President for Administration and Finance
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CONTRACTS AND PURCHASES OVER $10,000
PO Number Cost Center Vendor Description Amount 4500631807 1511201001 Campus Labs, Inc. Software License $15,791.00 4500628768 1511207146 IBM Corp. Software License $50,034.00 4500632964 1511220009 Peregrine Academic Services, LLC. Assessment Material $13,279.00 4500628132 1511220009 Peregrine Academic Services, LLC. Student Assessments $13,279.05 4500628388 1511220025 Airgas USA, LLC. Compressed Gas $63,900.00 4500630196 1511230032 NASE Certification $68,800.00 4500630197 1511230032 NASE Certification $19,435.00 4500628078 1511300016 Dell Marketing LP. Computer Hardware $441,996.78 4500631607 1511300016 Dell Marketing LP. Computer Hardware $31,700.00 4500627969 1511300016 Dell Marketing LP. Professional Services $35,642.86 4500632202 1511300016 Intertech Ci A/V Equipment $42,054.00 4500629870 1511300016 Labster, Inc. Software License $21,000.00 4500629864 1511300016 Respondus, Inc. Software License $21,000.00 4500631312 1511303001 Educational Computer Systems, Inc. Loan Processing $44,000.00 4500632224 1511307002 Whitmoyer Auto Group 2020 Ford Cargo Van $23,750.00 4500629822 1511311002 Ehrlich Pest Control Pest Control $19,296.00 4000060558 1511311003 Thermogenics Corp. Maintenance Agreement $19,850.00 4500627985 1511420005 Transact Campus, Inc. Cal U Penn Migration $36,411.40 4500629867 1511510007 Knepper Press Corp. Printing/Mailing $16,140.00 4500628987 1511510007 Knepper Press Corp. Printing/Mailing $80,080.00 4500630159 1511510007 Knepper Press Corp. Printing/Mailing $24,115.00 4000060687 1511510104 niche.com Student Recruitment $15,990.00 4500631759 1511520001 Anthology Inc. of Missouri Software $87,745.00 4500629355 1511700018 Knepper Press Corp. Mailing $22,300.00 4500630839 1511700038 Gecko Labs, Inc. Software $20,000.00 4500631317 1511700038 Graduate Management Admission Council Student Recruitment $15,000.00 4500627971 1511700038 Mongoose Research, Inc. Professional Services $20,998.00 4500630850 1511800001 Presidio Networked Solutions, Inc. Software Subscription $47,666.64 4500628531 1511800003 BMC Software, Inc. Software License $15,002.07 4500628934 1511800003 GovConnection Software $37,000.00 4500628981 1511800003 Ellucian Support, Inc. Software Maintenance $308,985.00 4500630612 1511800003 Oracle America, Inc. Software Support $186,453.84 4500627754 1511800003 WEPA, Inc. Student Printing $20,000.00 4500632339 1511900001 Arms Software, LLC. Software Renewal $18,500.00 4500628765 1511900001 Borden Perlman Athletic Insurance $42,765.00 4500631285 1513701002 Verity Consulting, Inc. Speaker $15,000.00 4000060850 1524010003 Steel Fit, LLC. Maintenance Agreement $16,000.00 4500629240 1524010003 Airgas USA, LLC. Compressed Gas $60,000.00 4500629962 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Legal Services $13,125.96 4500627773 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Legal Services $25,615.11 4500627775 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Legal Services $13,683.15 4500627788 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Legal Services $13,022.28 4000061140 1533110232.1 Kindercare Learning Center, LLC. Childcare Services $21,000.00 4500630335 1533110252.1 AT&T Technology $14,400.00 4500628790 1533110252.1 B&H Photo-Video Computer Hardware $12,660.00 4500629744 1533110252.1 Verizon Computer Hardware $13,084.91
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4000060868 1533210081.1 Pheasants Forever, Inc. Professional Services $85,329.66 4000060807 1533210081.1 David J. Putnam Professional Services $18,500.00 4000061071 1533210094.1 Pheasants Forever, Inc. Professional Services $45,000.00 4000061077 1533210094.1 Bluacres, LLC. Professional Services $97,450.00 4000060703 1533210095.1 Bluacres, LLC. Professional Services $24,300.00 4000060584 1533210095.1 Pheasants Forever, Inc. Professional Services $243,563.00 4000060707 1533210095.1 David J. Putnam Professional Services $22,500.00 4500630347 1533210096.1 Darla Holmes Professional Services $15,600.00 4000061080 1561100107.2 Grounds for Play Professional Services $10,810.00 Total $2,740,603.71
CONTRACTS AND PURCHASES $10,000 AND UNDER
PO Number Cost Center Vendor Description Amount 4500627948 1511101001 Flowers by Regina Blanket Order $2,200.00 4000061010 1511101001 United Safety Services, Inc. Range Hood Cleaning $630.00 4500631081 1511101001 Kelly Moran Reimbursement $89.99 4500631085 1511101001 EMS Software, LLC. Software Agreement $4,372.29 4500628574 1511104001 Mon Valley Independent Legal Advertisement $68.75 4500628557 1511104001 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Legal Advertisement $124.90 4500630226 1511104001 Mon Valley Independent Legal Advertisement $68.75 4500630228 1511104001 Uniontown Herald Standard Legal Advertisement $67.60 4500630224 1511104001 Washington Observer-Reporter Legal Advertisement $117.20 4500630656 1511104001 Flowers by Regina Blanket Order $150.00 4500632079 1511104001 PACT Membership Fees $1,750.00 4500628301 1511201001 amazon.com Educational Research $15.39 4500629915 1511201001 Dell Marketing, LP. Telecommunication Equipment $68.78 4500628947 1511201003 Webstaurant Store Office Supplies $85.56 4500629757 1511201008 amazon.com Classroom Materials $115.93 4500631311 1511201008 amazon.com Computer Hardware $32.99 4500631494 1511201008 Apple, Inc. Computer Equipment $2,537.00 4000061156 1511201010 Allison Lange Speaker $300.00 4500631700 1511201020 George Steven Atkins Consultant $300.00 4500629324 1511201026 KDC Printing $224.00 4500630329 1511201026 Uline Office Supplies $536.01 4500631774 1511201026 Cal U Bookstore Promotional Items $539.80 4500632575 1511201026 Uline Office Supplies $1,037.01 4500630666 1511201027 Eugene Joe Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500630665 1511201027 Levi Naylor Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500630693 1511201027 Marissa Kinnick Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500630688 1511201027 Matt Mascari Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500630689 1511201027 Matthew Mier Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500630685 1511201027 Philip Burge Internship Supervisor $300.00 4500631987 1511201030 Proctoru, Inc. Proctoring Fees $55.25 4500631143 1511201035 Evisions Software Renewal $1,290.00 4500631213 1511201035 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Hardware $189.62 4500630370 1511201036 CDW Government LLC. Computer Equipment $701.32 4500632602 1511201036 Knepper Press Corp. Printing $1,090.00
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4500632735 1511201036 KDC Printing $140.00 4500633176 1511201036 Consortium for Student Retention Virtual Conference Registration $400.00 4500630321 1511201037 Bee Graphix Promotional Items $2,595.34 4500632811 1511202006 John Watkins Reimbursement $147.58 4500628229 1511207146 SAS Institute, Inc. Software $6,220.00 4500630701 1511207146 Dobil Laboratories, Inc. Support Agreement $4,450.00 4500630868 1511210001 Foundation for California Drawing Project $2,500.00 4500631064 1511210001 Knepper Press Corp. Yard Signs $600.00 4500631903 1511210001 Uline Office Supplies $100.20 4500632419 1511210001 Quality Matters Certification Fees $300.00 4500632856 1511210001 NAPDS Conference Registration Membership Fees $175.00 4500633061 1511210001 PAC-TE Virtual Conference Registration $200.00 4500628711 1511210003 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $285.00 4500628688 1511210003 Dick Blick Art Materials Classroom Supplies $930.31 4500628909 1511210003 Dick Blick Art Materials Classroom Supplies $410.02 4500629177 1511210003 Dick Blick Art Materials Promotional Items $3,850.00 4500629331 1511210003 Ceramic Supply Classroom Supplies $245.00 4500629363 1511210003 Dick Blick Art Materials Classroom Supplies $588.00 4500629956 1511210003 amazon.com Classroom Materials $16.97 4500629984 1511210003 Rio Grande Albuquerque Classroom Supplies $653.28 4500631242 1511210003 ottofrei.com Classroom Supplies $725.70 4500632137 1511210003 Standard Ceramic Supply Co. Classroom Supplies $536.50 4500629809 1511210005 paddle.com Software $99.00 4500630595 1511210005 Sweetwater Sound, Inc. Classroom Supplies $2,525.00 4500628292 1511210006 Rose Brand Theatre Drapes $720.00 4500628809 1511210006 B&H Photo-Video Classroom Materials $3,596.00 4500628807 1511210006 Best Buy Classroom Supplies $149.95 4500629419 1511210006 Overhead Door Company of Greater Pgh. Repairs $822.00 4500629528 1511210006 Rose Brand Classroom Supplies $244.86 4500629725 1511210006 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $260.37 4500629740 1511210006 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $163.69 4500629897 1511210006 B&H Photo-Video Educational Supplies $1,184.95 4500630782 1511210006 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $359.52 4500630860 1511210006 Josh Taylor Classroom Supplies $300.00 4500631098 1511210006 Mirand Haymon Zoom Session $1,000.00 4500631341 1511210006 Apple, Inc. Computer Hardware $3,279.00 4500631989 1511210006 Stage Managers Association Virtual Conference Registration $100.00 4500632363 1511210006 Apple, Inc. Apple Credit $299.99 4500632815 1511210006 Schaedler Yesco Distribution, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $340.00 4500630849 1511210010 Kimberly Vanderlaan Reimbursement $1,000.00 4500632384 1511210033 Louis Jacobson Speaker $500.00 4500632380 1511210033 Alan I. Abramowitz Speaker $500.00 4500632426 1511210033 Amber Gaffney Speaker $500.00 4500632373 1511210033 Jon Delano Speaker $500.00 4500632392 1511210033 Marvin Tony Norman Speaker $500.00 4500632412 1511210033 Rachel Lynn Bitecofer Speaker $500.00 4500632377 1511210033 William Binning Speaker $500.00 4500631574 1511220001 Consortium for Student Retention Virtual Conference Registration $350.00 4500632320 1511220001 Leadership Pittsburgh, Inc. Tuition $5,900.00 4500633001 1511220001 Fred Pryor Seminars Membership Fees $299.00
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4000060771 1511220007 Biotek Instruments, Inc. Maintenance Agreement $3,427.00 4500628296 1511220007 Fisher Scientific Company Classroom Supplies $376.14 4500628256 1511220007 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $36.66 4500628288 1511220007 Roberta Busha Pre-Plan Spend $800.00 4500628248 1511220007 Brian K. Paulson Reimbursement $750.00 4500628458 1511220007 Genewiz, Inc. Lab Supplies $150.00 4500628943 1511220007 VWR International, Inc. Lab Supplies $160.26 4500629051 1511220007 amazon.com Lab Supplies $126.98 4500629945 1511220007 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $79.98 4500630061 1511220007 Connecticut Valley Biological Lab Supplies $72.35 4500630085 1511220007 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $155.80 4500630209 1511220007 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $6,728.40 4500630576 1511220007 Rodent Pro Lab Supplies $212.50 4500631023 1511220007 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $47.17 4500631940 1511220007 amazon.com Lab Supplies $347.99 4500632519 1511220007 Rodent Pro Classroom Supplies $174.50 4500633010 1511220007 Rodent Pro Classroom Supplies $202.00 4500633005 1511220007 Regional Science Consortium Membership Fees $3,000.00 4500629914 1511220009 Association of Energy Engineers Training $1,250.00 4500630670 1511220009 Accreditation Council for Business Accreditation Fees $2,950.00 4500633009 1511220009 Assoc. for Financial Counseling Virtual Conference Registration $384.00 4500630770 1511220010 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $622.99 4500630808 1511220010 Tri State Supply Company Software Support $5,487.00 4500631089 1511220010 Accucut Lab Supplies $94.00 4500631130 1511220010 amazon.com Lab Supplies $99.99 4500631589 1511220010 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $495.58 4500632572 1511220010 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $145.56 4500633013 1511220010 amazon.com Educational Supplies $107.96 4500633014 1511220010 ISCAP Virtual Conference Registration $75.00 4500633126 1511220010 ISCAP Virtual Conference Registration $75.00 4500631164 1511220011 staples.com Office Supplies $27.91 4500631210 1511220011 Kathleen Morouslae Reimbursement $425.00 4500631191 1511220011 Robin Weaver Reimbursement $425.00 4500631194 1511220011 AONL Virtual Conference Registration $425.00 4500627698 1511220016 Uline Lab Supplies $64.80 4500632096 1511220016 Sigma-Aldrich, Inc. Classroom Supplies $37.50 4500628101 1511220043 NASCO Lab Supplies $2,115.60 4500628462 1511220043 MWI Veterinary Supply Co. Vet Tech Supplies $1,439.06 4500630121 1511220043 IDEXX Labs, Inc. Lab Supplies $344.70 4500630947 1511220043 NASCO Lab Supplies $30.05 4500630941 1511220043 Valley Vet Supply Lab Supplies $47.48 4500632074 1511220043 NASCO Lab Supplies $99.20 4500632370 1511220043 Covetrus Lab Supplies $175.45 4500629444 1511220044 Fisher Scientific Company Lab Supplies $139.06 4500629533 1511220044 Qiagen, Inc. Lab Supplies $174.00 4500631364 1511220044 Microbial Genome Sequencing Center Lab Testing $720.00 4500628990 1511230003 Best Buy Classroom Supplies $79.99 4500628984 1511230003 amazon.com Software $189.90 4500628626 1511230007 Calipso, LLC. Software License $500.00 4500631288 1511230007 JDM Pioneering Software $3,276.00
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4500632569 1511230007 Apple, Inc. App Purchase $249.99 4500629745 1511230008 Pearson Education Book $53.32 4500630567 1511230008 Pennsylvania Counseling Association Virtual Conference Registration $135.00 4500630569 1511230008 Pennsylvania Counseling Association Virtual Conference Registration $125.00 4500632919 1511230008 NBCC Certification Department Maintenance Fees $75.00 4500631289 1511230010 International Clinical Subscription Fees $675.00 4500632273 1511230010 American Physical Therapy Assn. Accreditation Fees $4,500.00 4500628274 1511230014 Lash Sporting Goods Award Plaque $95.00 4500629949 1511230014 CAATE Accreditation Fees $4,500.00 4500630340 1511230016 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $49.99 4500631709 1511230016 Knepper Press Corp. Recruitment $390.00 4500628130 1511230017 The Gottman Institute Online Training $550.00 4500630857 1511230020 Council for Opportunity in Education Membership Fees $4,050.00 4500627756 1511230025 Harbor Freight Tools Classroom Supplies $19.98 4500627752 1511230025 Michaels Classroom Supplies $23.98 4500629036 1511230025 amazon.com Computer Hardware $179.95 4500629640 1511230025 Musician's Friend Classroom Supplies $299.99 4500633127 1511230025 Market Street Sports Group Advertisement $850.00 4500632958 1511230032 Wellcoaches, Corp. Classroom Training $9,900.00 4500628535 1511230038 amazon.com Classroom Materials $129.99 4500630800 1511230038 Trajecsys Corporation Online Reports $3,450.00 4500631124 1511230038 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Cleaning Service $3,588.00 4500632042 1511230038 Cal U Bookstore Classroom Supplies $2,888.50 4500632564 1511230038 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Equipment $137.52 4500631784 1511240001 Council of Graduate Schools Membership Fees $5,749.00 4500633048 1511240001 Council of Graduate Schools Virtual Conference Registration $286.00 4500630176 1511240005 Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Speaker $500.00 4500630659 1511240005 Lauren Ober Zoom Lecture $500.00 4500631252 1511240005 Alisha Wormsley Zoom Lecture $500.00 4500631611 1511240005 Knepper Press Corp. Marketing Items $195.00 4500632312 1511240005 Regional Science Consortium Virtual Conference Registration $175.00 4500628318 1511260001 Specialty Store Services Library Supplies $41.97 4500628449 1511260001 Uline Office Supplies $123.00 4000060770 1511260001 Bibliotheca, LLC. Maintenance Agreement $2,759.18 4500631367 1511260001 amazon.com Office Supplies $59.90 4500629526 1511300003 batteryjunction.com Electrical Supplies $36.80 4500630332 1511300003 Beacon Supply Company, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $145.96 4500630474 1511300003 Filtech, Inc. HVAC Parts $2,069.60 4500631578 1511300003 Wolf Creek Company Maintenance Supplies $108.57 4500631736 1511300003 Pittsburgh Air Systems, Inc. HVAC Parts $1,418.71 4500631734 1511300003 Rice Electric Company, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $1,277.00 4500632734 1511300003 Aqua Pure Solutions Replacement Parts $859.40 4500632794 1511300003 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Carpentry Supplies $278.50 4500632796 1511300003 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Electrical Supplies $906.70 4500627997 1511300005 Campbell Durrant Beatty Palombo Legal Services $41.00 4500629738 1511300005 Campbell Durrant Beatty Palombo Legal Services $123.00 4500627745 1511300016 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Equipment $4,711.34 4500627755 1511300016 Event Hydration Solutions, Inc. Touch Free Water Dispensers $1,053.00 4500627883 1511300016 amazon.com Wellness Supplies $289.90 4500627989 1511300016 Scott Electric Co. Electrical Supplies $718.33
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4500628123 1511300016 amazon.com Office Supplies $89.00 4500628097 1511300016 Highway Appliance Microwaves $909.86 4500628107 1511300016 Innovative Educators Webinar $425.00 4500628226 1511300016 amazon.com Classroom Materials $244.95 4500628225 1511300016 amazon.com Medical Supplies $49.99 4500628217 1511300016 Proimprint Promotional Items $1,138.50 4500628290 1511300016 B&H Photo-Video Classroom Supplies $671.97 4500628294 1511300016 B&H Photo-Video Classroom Supplies $5,688.00 4500628311 1511300016 L M Colker Company, Inc. Janitorial Supplies $2,284.30 4500628259 1511300016 Pittsburgh Water Cooler Maintenance Supplies $194.40 4500628261 1511300016 Uline Office Supplies $115.00 4500628240 1511300016 Uline Safety Supplies $196.00 4500628291 1511300016 Rose Brand Theatre Supplies $793.28 4500628339 1511300016 BSN Sports Apparel $3,000.00 4500628360 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $1,289.20 4500628541 1511300016 amazon.com Classroom Supplies $608.01 4500628942 1511300016 VWR International, Inc. Lab Supplies $1,447.23 4500629195 1511300016 Adinstruments, Inc. Software $400.00 4500629422 1511300016 amazon.com Classroom Materials $418.90 4500629347 1511300016 Avogadro's Classroom Supplies $299.50 4500629442 1511300016 Edvotek, Inc. Lab Supplies $1,740.00 4500629564 1511300016 McGraw-Hill Education, Inc. Classroom Supplies $3,162.00 4500629538 1511300016 Office Depot Classroom Supplies $131.99 4500629639 1511300016 Foldscope Instruments, Inc. Classroom Supplies $449.92 4500629571 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Computer Software $2,266.00 4500629570 1511300016 Northern Tool Janitorial Supplies $578.00 4500629753 1511300016 amazon.com Classroom Materials $1,109.70 4500629722 1511300016 amazon.com Lab Supplies $607.68 4500629698 1511300016 Digi-Key Corp. Lab Supplies $276.48 4500629704 1511300016 Flinn Scientific Lab Supplies $99.00 4500629730 1511300016 Nat'l. Board Prof Teaching Standards Software $8,500.00 4500629803 1511300016 Society of Manufacturing Engineers Subscription Fees $3,570.00 4500630090 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $885.71 4500630101 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $6,728.40 4500630112 1511300016 VWR International, Inc. Lab Supplies $1,876.14 4500630075 1511300016 Adinstruments, Inc. Software $1,125.00 4500630230 1511300016 Cal U Bookstore Mailing $307.50 4500630213 1511300016 padcaster.com Media Equipment $768.81 4500630270 1511300016 EBSCO Subscription Services E-book $52.41 4500630261 1511300016 amazon.com PPE Supplies $342.86 4500630255 1511300016 Educational Solutions Enterprises Software $3,500.00 4500630388 1511300016 Foldscope Instruments, Inc. Classroom Supplies $175.00 4500630380 1511300016 Science Interactive Group Classroom Supplies $6,929.00 4500630318 1511300016 Edvotek, Inc. Lab Supplies $1,218.00 4500630428 1511300016 WEPA, Inc. Student Printing $4,000.00 4500630564 1511300016 Quality Matters Software License $2,000.00 4500630780 1511300016 Quality Matters Classroom Supplies $885.61 4500630942 1511300016 Quality Matters Certifications $1,000.00 4500631123 1511300016 State Chemical Manufacturing Co. Automotive Supplies $423.00 4500631140 1511300016 Sweetwater Sound, Inc. Classroom Supplies $3,583.90
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4500631448 1511300016 Quality Matters Training $400.00 4500631609 1511300016 B&H Photo-Video Computer Equipment $292.20 4500631583 1511300016 Gallaway Safety & Supply Safety Supplies $526.00 4500631813 1511300016 amazon.com Training Manual $110.99 4500631953 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $2,396.45 4500632249 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Lab Supplies $529.55 4500632258 1511300016 Johnny's Selected Seeds Lab Supplies $58.95 4500632520 1511300016 Carolina Biological Supply Co. Classroom Supplies $2,380.45 4500629750 1511301001 Society for HR Management Membership Fees $219.00 4500631185 1511301001 AAUW Membership Fees $175.00 4500632820 1511301001 Eric Guiser Reimbursement $104.00 4500628255 1511305001 T&T Printing Office Supplies $570.00 4500630077 1511305001 T&T Printing Office Supplies $1,100.00 4500630578 1511305001 T&T Printing Office Supplies $185.00 4500629465 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Storeroom Supplies $725.24 4500630554 1511306004 Graybar Electric Co., Inc. Storeroom Supplies $473.55 4500630550 1511306004 Scott Electric Co. Storeroom Supplies $327.45 4500630652 1511306004 Standard Auto Supply Automotive Supplies $96.56 4500630934 1511306004 Art Snyder Div. of Janitors Janitorial Supplies $402.36 4500630935 1511306004 Sunnyside Supply, Inc. Janitorial Supplies $149.60 4500630936 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Janitorial Supplies $585.48 4500631026 1511306004 Sherwin-Williams Storeroom Supplies $90.72 4500631631 1511306004 vbeltguys.com Belts $21.22 4500631656 1511306004 Scott Electric Co. Storeroom Supplies $644.54 4500631739 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Janitorial Supplies $897.04 4500632135 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Storeroom Supplies $70.60 4500632521 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Storeroom Supplies $559.32 4500632620 1511306004 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Storeroom Supplies $509.88 4500627806 1511306006 United States Postal Service Mail Permit $240.00 4500629425 1511306006 amazon.com Office Supplies $440.00 4500629480 1511306006 amazon.com Office Supplies $24.95 4500631454 1511306006 Amasti/Pitney Bowes Office Supplies $169.59 4500632917 1511306006 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter Rental $1,008.00 4500629562 1511306007 Grimco, Inc. Copy Center Supplies $219.00 4500631169 1511306007 Veritiv Office Supplies $1,451.50 4500631323 1511306007 Veritiv Office Supplies $618.40 4500632737 1511306007 Uline Office Supplies $200.00 4500633008 1511306007 Veritiv Office Supplies $1,600.60 4500630518 1511307002 Versatube Building Systems Carport $2,967.30 4500627803 1511309001 Trapuzzano Uniform Repairs $34.00 4500628233 1511309001 Galls, Inc. Apparel $285.89 4500628972 1511309001 WSM Trainers And Consultants Officer Training $5,400.00 4500629349 1511309001 Galls, Inc. Magazine Holder $48.99 4500630950 1511309001 Clery Center for Security On Campus Membership Fees $3,500.00 4500631128 1511309001 Galls, Inc. Apparel $164.93 4500631087 1511309001 Witmer Public Safety Group Apparel $2,354.64 4500632083 1511309001 Witmer Public Safety Group Equipment $72.02 4500632282 1511309001 Ialefi Membership Fees $100.00 4500632515 1511309001 Galls, Inc. Officer Apparel $909.96 4500632644 1511309001 Galls, Inc. Officer Apparel $64.00
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4500628235 1511310001 Scott Electric Co. Electrical Supplies $236.40 4500629367 1511310001 NFPA International Membership Fees $475.00 4500629351 1511310001 Omnilert, LLC. Text Alert Service $7,000.00 4500630293 1511310001 bulbamerica.com Electrical Supplies $21.98 4500630331 1511310001 Equiparts Maintenance Supplies $476.26 4500631031 1511310001 Scott Electric Co. Fire Alarm Batteries $924.96 4500631216 1511310001 PA Dept. of Public Welfare Permit Fees $750.00 4500632276 1511310001 W.W. Grainger, Inc. PPE Supplies $579.30 4500632290 1511310001 International Code Council, Inc. Recertification Classes $324.00 4500632277 1511310001 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Safety Supplies $2,632.80 4500632278 1511310001 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Safety Supplies $123.90 4500633011 1511310001 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Safety Supplies $417.36 4500632586 1511311002 Golf Cart Garage Battery Charger $299.95 4500628498 1511311003 Capp, Inc. HVAC Parts $789.00 4500628767 1511311003 Capp, Inc. HVAC Parts $26.00 4500629688 1511311003 Capp, Inc. HVAC Parts $155.00 4500629729 1511311003 Trane Co. Labor/Repairs $1,918.00 4500629690 1511311003 Trane Co. Repair Parts $564.19 4000060964 1511311003 Combustion Service & Equipment Maintenance $9,218.00 4500630357 1511311003 Tobey-Karg RCD Maintenance $1,100.00 4500631032 1511311003 Capp, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $398.00 4500631038 1511311003 USA Bluebook Maintenance Supplies $291.19 4500631096 1511311003 Capp, Inc. Shop Supplies $210.00 4500632136 1511311003 Capp, Inc. Shop Supplies $105.00 4500632626 1511311003 Scott Electric Co. Maintenance Supplies $148.28 4500633018 1511311003 Tri State Supply Company HVAC Parts $392.96 4500628526 1511311004 Builders Hardware Hardware $2,182.31 4500629928 1511311004 Door Services Corporation Maintenance Supplies $194.34 4500628476 1511311005 Garon Products Incorporated Carpentry Supplies $2,876.37 4500629408 1511311005 BC Industrial Supply Shop Supplies $251.93 4500629569 1511311005 Lowe's Carpentry Supplies $346.38 4500629716 1511311005 amazon.com Building Supplies $278.88 4500630166 1511311005 Lowe's Carpentry Supplies $389.23 4500630291 1511311005 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Carpentry Supplies $122.30 4500631458 1511311005 Lowe's Blinds $149.35 4500632005 1511311005 Lowe's Shop Tools $289.42 4500632162 1511311005 Lowe's Paint Supplies $49.96 4500632623 1511311005 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $710.48 4500632797 1511311005 Lowe's Carpentry Supplies $99.80 4500632900 1511311005 Lowe's Maintenance Supplies $782.34 4500632904 1511311005 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Paint $1,451.36 4500632961 1511311005 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Shop Supplies $69.42 4500628149 1511311006 Scott Electric Co. Electrical Supplies $331.12 4500629463 1511311006 Graybar Electric Co., Inc. Electrical Supplies $532.74 4500630211 1511311006 Big Beam Electrical Supplies $384.00 4500630275 1511311006 Graybar Electric Co., Inc. Maintenance Supplies $673.74 4500630353 1511311006 Midwest Electrical Testing Electrical Supplies $225.00 4500630333 1511311006 Scott Electric Co. Electrical Supplies $968.48 4500630481 1511311006 Graybar Electric Co., Inc. Lighting Supplies $666.00 4000061037 1511311006 SD Myers, LLC. Professional Services $5,682.00
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4500629980 1522010007 Eastern Refrigeration Supply Maintenance Supplies $175.00 4500630254 1522010007 HVAC Parts Warehouse HVAC Parts $160.74 4500632274 1523010003 L M Colker Company, Inc. Chair Glides $1,254.86 4500628920 1523010007 Scott Electric Co. Electrical Supplies $570.00 4500628925 1523010007 L M Colker Company, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $539.08 4500631030 1523010007 Capp, Inc. HVAC Parts $1,445.00 4500628228 1524010003 amazon.com AV Equipment $25.99 4500628227 1524010003 amazon.com Computer Accessories $21.94 4500628297 1524010003 Power Systems, Inc. Recreation Supplies $885.08 4500628435 1524010003 Craftmaster Hardware Hardware $1,219.00 4500628470 1524010003 Advantage Sport & Fitness, Inc. Fitness Equipment $312.00 4500628931 1524010003 Advantage Sport & Fitness, Inc. Wipe Dispenser $1,896.00 4500629053 1524010007 Rice Electric Company, Inc. Maintenance Supplies $807.00 4500632087 1524010007 Lowe's Janitorial Supplies $75.29 4500627796 1525010003 T2 Systems, Inc. Digital Iris $180.00 4500627794 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Legal Services $5,872.49 4500627770 1525010003 Signature Control Systems, LLC. Maintenance Agreement $740.00 4500629372 1525010003 T2 Systems, Inc. Digital Fees $180.00 4500630231 1525010003 Hub Parking Technology USA Maintenance $300.00 4500631027 1525010003 Tony Morgovich Signs $408.00 4500632268 1525010003 Hub Parking Technology USA Parking Garage $200.00 4500632318 1525010003 Pepper Hamilton, LLP. Professional Services $3,820.14 4500632266 1525010003 Tony Morgovich Signs $30.00 4500628070 1533110199.1 Fondriest Environmental, Inc. Lab Supplies $118.75 4000061230 1533110210.1 Pheasants Forever, Inc. PennDOT Wetland Project $3,557.74 4500627739 1533110231.3 National Council for Behavioral Online Training $600.00 4500631971 1533110231.4 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Equipment $1,315.04 4500630361 1533110232.1 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Equipment $4,320.00 4500631469 1533110232.1 Village of FPC. Annual Report/Conference $2,740.00 4500628327 1533110246.1 Assn. of Procurement Technical Assistance Membership Fees $1,788.08 4500629523 1533110246.1 IHS Global, Inc. Subscription Fees $1,000.00 4000060995 1533110247.2 Matthew Tutay Training Services $3,000.00 4500628125 1533110252.1 Seton Hill University Computer Hardware $4,970.40 4500628614 1533110252.1 School Outfitters, LLC. Classroom Equipment $227.76 4500628793 1533110252.1 B&H Photo-Video Computer Hardware $859.98 4500629267 1533110252.1 CDW Government, LLC. Computer Hardware $4,456.28 4500629900 1533110252.1 B&H Photo-Video Computer Hardware $604.52 4500630384 1533110252.1 B&H Photo-Video Computer Hardware $5,900.00 4500630826 1533110255.1 Outreach Systems Membership Fees $9,000.00 4500630803 1533110255.1 Riverside Center for Innovation Postage $200.00 4500630818 1533110255.1 Kate Glodek Reimbursement $699.96 4500630812 1533110255.1 IHS Global, Inc. Subscription Fees $881.48 4500630846 1533110255.1 Verizon Telephone Service $1,600.00 4500630822 1533110255.1 Govology Training/Webinars $3,997.00 4500632571 1533110255.1 Assn. of Procurement Technical Assistance Registration Fees $1,240.00 4500630821 1533110256.1 MEAEOPP Membership Fees $200.00 4500630809 1533110256.1 PA Trio Membership Fees $200.00 4500631453 1533110256.1 K & K Insurance Insurance Premiums $1,121.75 4500631818 1533110256.1 PA Trio Registration Fees $875.00 4500632246 1533110256.1 National Student Clearinghouse Program Fees $425.00
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4500632238 1533110256.1 H & H Publishing Company, Inc. Subscription Fees $404.50 4500630819 1533110257.1 MEAEOPP Membership Fees $200.00 4500630807 1533110257.1 PA Trio Membership Fees $200.00 4500630824 1533110258.1 MEAEOPP Membership Fees $200.00 4500630810 1533110258.1 PA Trio Membership Fees $200.00 4500631276 1533110258.1 H & H Publishing Company, Inc. Assessment Test $404.50 4500631932 1533110258.1 PA Trio Registration $400.00 4500628067 1533210085.1 Hach Co. Classroom Supplies $129.13 4500629198 1533210085.1 Hach Co. Lab Supplies $93.27 4000061031 1533210094.1 David J. Putnam Wetlands Restoration $5,000.00 4500628639 1533210096.1 Positive Action, Inc. Research Material $4,697.50 4500630815 1533610201.1 Proxity Electronic Commerce Subscription Fees $1,200.00 4500632281 1533610204.1 amazon.com Student Awards $300.00 4500632283 1533610204.1 amazon.com Student Awards $100.00 4500632284 1533610204.1 amazon.com Student Awards $600.00 4500633129 1533610205.1 Cal U Bookstore Promotional Items $97.70 4500628554 1533620024.1 CPD Industries Computer Accessories $2,044.22 4500629896 1533620024.1 Apple, Inc. Computer Equipment $9,580.00 4500629891 1533620024.1 CDW Government, LLC. Software License $657.30 4500630259 1533620024.1 PASSTHEBIGABAEXAM Classroom Materials $516.00 4500630355 1533620024.1 Dell Marketing, LP. Computer Equipment $3,679.89 4500631605 1533620024.1 playosmo.com Classroom Materials $7,900.00 4500631667 1533620024.1 proedinc.com Computer Software $1,375.00 4500631664 1533620024.1 Attainment Company, Inc. Classroom Materials $995.00 4500631772 1533620024.1 Inclusive TLC. Computer Hardware $5,990.00 4500631729 1533620024.1 Learning A To Z Software $1,034.56 4500631816 1533620024.1 amazon.com Computer Supplies $359.00 4500632002 1533620024.1 Riverside Insights Classroom Materials $395.14 4500632146 1533620024.1 Behavior Analysysts, Inc. Classroom Materials $799.00 4500629547 1561100111.2 MWI Veterinary Supply Co. Vet Tech Supplies $697.58 4500631803 1561100111.2 Idexx Labs, Inc. Software $9,059.44 4500627707 1561100122.1 A G Mauro Company Door And Hardware $1,290.00 4500629979 1561100122.1 Graybar Electric Co., Inc. Electrical Supplies $480.96 4500630180 1561100122.1 84 Sign Shop Signs $5,237.50 4500631461 1561100122.1 84 Sign Shop Banners And Signage $2,630.50 4500633015 1563121015.1 Industrial/Commercial Elevator Co. Elevator Repairs $7,450.50 VARIOUS VARIOUS staples.com Office Supplies $1,250.78 Total $851,544.14
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EXPLANATION FOR SELECTED CONTRACTS AND PURCHASES
1. Software License - $15,791.00 This purchase provided Campus Labs software for use by students to complete evaluations of University faculty.
2. Software License - $50,034.00 This purchase provided for a one-year renewal of IBM’s SPSS Statistics Standard Campus Edition Campus Value Option term license subscription and support.
3. Student Assessments - $13,279.00 Student Assessments - $13,279.05 This purchase provided by Peregrine Global Services Corporation provides higher education assessment, educational, and support services required for the Bachelors in Business Administration, Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance – MACC, Write & Cite MBA 700 and Academic Leveling Course Suite programs.
4. Compressed Gas - $63,900.00 This purchase provides liquid nitrogen cylinders needed for the NMR magnet used in the chemistry laboratories.
5. Certification - $68,800.00 This purchase provided for global online graduate Exercise Science and Health Promotion students enrolled in PRF 701 (summer 2020) to obtain national certification through the National Association of Speed and Explosion (NASE).
6. Certification - $19,435.00 This purchase provided for global online undergraduate Wellness and Fitness students enrolled in FIT 125 (summer 2020) to obtain Level 1 certification through NASE.
7. Computer Hardware - $441,996.78 This purchase provided the virtual desktop infrastructure required for University remote learners to access laboratory courses.
8. Computer Hardware - $31,700.00 This purchase provided fifty new Dell Latitude 3310 laptop computers for student use during remote learning.
9. Professional Services - $35,642.86 This purchase through Dell provided VMware consultation and learning credits for implementation of the new University VMware.
10. A/V Equipment - $42,054.00 This purchase through Intertech Ci provided a new digital projector and installation services for the Steele Hall Theatre.
11. Software License - $21,000.00 This purchase provided online science lab software by Labster Inc. to support all University science courses used by remote students.
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12. Software License - $21,000.00 This purchase provides the Respondus Monitor license as a companion product for the University LockDown Browser software used to monitor online student examinations.
13. Perkins Loan Processing - $44,000.00 This agreement provides for Perkins Loan processing services for fiscal year 2020-2021 through Educational Computer Systems, Inc.
14. 2020 Ford Cargo Van - $23,750.00 This purchase provided for a 2020 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van as a replacement vehicle for the University.
15. Pest Control - $19,296.00 This one-year service agreement provides pest control services for all campus buildings.
16. Boiler Inspection and Testing - $19,850.00 This service provided for the professional services of Thermogenics Corporation for yearly boiler inspection and safety checks.
17. Cal U Penn Migration - $36,411.40 This purchase provided hardware and accessories by Transact Campus used for University dining services.
18. Printing/Mailing - $16,140.00 This purchase provided for the envelopes, folders, and certificates used to notify newly accepted students.
19. Printing/Mailing - $80,080.00 Postage - $22,300.00 This purchase provided for the printing and mailing of marketing materials for the senior mail flow for student recruitment purposes.
20. Printing/Mailing - $24,115.00 This purchase provided for the printing and mailing of the “Next Steps” brochure sent to all accepted students providing guidelines for action to be taken throughout the year.
21. Student Recruitment - $15,990.00 This service by niche.com provides the Undergraduate College Reach marketing package that obtains leads for student recruitment.
22. Software - $87,745.00 This purchase provides iModules’ Alumni Engagement software used by the University Alumni Association to increase participation, improve event management and increase attendance of University alumni.
23. Software - $20,000.00 This purchase provided Gecko Engage and Capture Talk cloud-based software used to contact prospective and accepted students through text.
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24. Student Recruitment - $15,000.00 This purchase through EAB provided a mailing list from the Graduate Management Admission Council for student recruitment.
25. Professional Services - $20,998.00 This purchase from Mongoose Research provides the Cadence Messaging Platform used to communicate with current and prospective students.
26. Presidio Software Subscription - $47,666.64 This software purchase provides Umbrella Cloud Security through Presidio, a three-year software and security platform for use on University faculty and staff computers.
27. Software License - $15,002.07 This purchase provided for a one-year software renewal of BMC FootPrints Service Core software and client management support.
28. Software - $37,000.00 This purchase provided for a one-year software renewal of Fortinet Firmware through GovConnection, to include phone support, firmware and general updates.
29. Software Maintenance - $308,985.00 This purchase provided for the renewal of the Banner Applications maintenance contract through Ellucian Support, Inc. for fiscal year 2020-2021.
30. Software Support - $186,453.84 This purchase provided for a one-year renewal of the Oracle software license update and technical support services for the period August 31, 2020 through August 30, 2021.
31. On-Campus Print Stations - $20,000.00 This purchase provided a cloud-based print management solution, WEPA, to students allowing them to upload their documents to the WEPA print cloud from any computer, tablet, or mobile device with an internet connection. Users can also access cloud storage providers.
32. Software Renewal - $18,500.00 This purchase provided the annual ARMS web and mobile software subscription for the Athletic department used for recruiting, compliance, camps and scholarships.
33. Athlete Insurance - $42,765.00 This purchase provided for athletic accident insurance through Borden Perlman Insurance Agency for fiscal year 2020-2021.
34. Consultant Services - $15,000.00 These services provide a Crime Scene Investigator Course, utilizing University personnel, for police officers in Allegheny County through Verity Consulting.
35. Maintenance Agreement - $16,000.00 This service agreement by Steel Fit Equipment Services provides monthly maintenance for the cardio and weight equipment in Herron Recreation and Fitness Center.
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36. Compressed Gas - $60,000.00 This purchase provided the centralized compressed gas contract through Airgas USA for gas cylinder leases used by various University departments.
37. Legal Services - $13,125.96 Legal Services - $25,615.11 Legal Services - $13,683.15 Legal Services - $13,022.28 These expenses provided for the professional services of Pepper Hamilton, LLP for the construction assessment and litigation as it relates to the failure experienced in the University’s Vulcan Parking Garage in August 2016.
38. Childcare Services - $21,000.00 This service provides childcare services through Kindercare Learning Centers for Veterans and single parents (married, parenting students space permitting) working towards a college degree at the University.
39. Technology - $14,400.00 This purchase provided twenty-four AT&T hotspots for students, staff and faculty for internet access at home as required for online learning and remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
40. Computer Hardware - $12,660.00 This purchase provided twenty Shure microphone and sound systems for faculty use in classrooms required for remote classroom instruction due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
41. Computer Hardware - $13,084.91 This purchase provided fifteen Verizon hotspots for students, staff and faculty for internet access at home as required for online learning and remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
42. Professional Services - $85,329.66 This agreement provides for construction services, through Pheasants Forever, Inc., for the PennDOT SGL 302 Wetland Restoration project.
43. Professional Services - $18,500.00 This agreement provides for technical and management services, by David J. Putnam, for the PennDOT SGL 302 Wetland Restoration project.
44. Professional Services - $45,000.00 This agreement provides for the management and construction services, through Pheasants Forever, Inc., for the Reservoir Road Wetland Mitigation project (PennDOT Project 18) in Blair County.
45. Professional Services - $97,450.00 This agreement provides for construction services, through BluAcres, for the Reservoir Road Restoration project (PennDOT Project 18) in Huntingdon County.
46. Professional Services - $24,300.00 This agreement provides for construction services, through BluAcres, for the Boyer Run Stream Restoration project (PennDOT Project 13) in Westmoreland County.
47. Professional Services - $243,563.00 This agreement provides for construction services, through Pheasants Forever, Inc., for the Boyer Run Stream Restoration project (PennDOT Project 13) in Westmoreland County.
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48. Professional Services - $22,500.00 This agreement provides for the design, project coordination and construction services, by David J. Putnam, for the Boyer Run Stream Restoration project (PennDOT Project 13) in Westmoreland County.
49. Professional Services - $15,600.00 This purchase provides for an independent contractor to perform as the program coordinator for the Positive Action program at the Monessen Middle School.
50. Professional Services - $10,810.00 This purchase delivered by Grounds for Play provided the relocation and installation of the playground fencing and concrete curbing for the Rutledge Institute at Morgan Hall.
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2020-2021 EDUCATIONAL AND GENERAL BUDGET
ORIGINAL PROJECTED 2020-2021 BUDGET YEAR-END EDUCATIONAL AND GENERAL BUDGET FY 2020-21 FY 2020-21 Variance Revenue: Tuition $59,199,717.00 $60,045,427.00 $845,710.00 Fees $13,341,759.00 $12,982,357.00 ($359,402.00) State Appropriation $34,181,375.00 $34,181,375.00 $0.00 All Other Revenue@ $6,200,810.58 $5,600,810.58 ($600,000.00) Total Revenue $112,923,661.58 $112,809,969.58 ($113,692.00)
Expenses: Personnel: Salaries & Benefits $82,242,936.00 $81,482,437.25 ($760,498.75) Non-Personnel: Utilities $1,875,952.00 $1,875,952.00 $0.00 Student Aid, Scholarships, Tuition Discounting $7,972,487.00 $7,972,487.00 $0.00 All Other Non-personnel (Operating) Expenses $17,787,802.00 $17,437,802.00 ($350,000.00) Transfer for Capital Projects & Debt Principal Payments $2,876,212.00 $2,876,212.00 $0.00 Total Expenses $112,755,389.00 $111,644,890.25 ($1,110,498.75)
Total Revenues Less Expenses $168,272.58 $1,165,079.33 $996,806.75
@ Investment Income, Gifts, Housing Profits, Ticket Sales, Conferencing Revenue, Food Service Commissions, & other miscellaneous revenue * E&G only, excludes Compensated Absences and Postretirement Benefits
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Highlight on: Supporting our Students through Health and Wellness
Student Affairs division staff and faculty have created and collaborated in many different health and wellness initiatives that have taken place virtually during the fall 2020 semester. The mental, emotional, and physical health of our students is of utmost importance, especially during times of nationwide isolation. These initiatives have been implemented in order to offset some of the anxiety and stress that our students have reported experiencing during this semester.
Some of these highlighted programs were: Adulting 101, Faculty Professional Development Committee workshops that focus on mental health, stress management workshops, a survey created by the Wellness Center faculty and staff titled “Stress and the Student”, ongoing counseling services, and group therapy.
The Student Affairs Retention Committee has continued their weekly program called “Adulting 101” in order to provide students with basic life lessons that they may not otherwise have been given the opportunity to learn. Topics thus far have included: Successful remote learning, healthy relationships, getting involved, finances, first aid, fitness, life skills (such as how to fold a fitted sheet properly), my diverse autobiography, and resiliency. The programs have all had a live audience of students and have been recorded and uploaded to the committee’s webpage for future viewing.
The Faculty Professional Development Committee received two trainings by Student Affairs faculty to date. The first topic, presented by Dr. Jayna Bonfini from the University Counseling Center, was titled “Mental Health Matters.” This presentation taught faculty how to support students’ mental health and how to recognize signs of distress in order to help their students. The second workshop, hosted by Dr. John Massella, Director of the Office for Students with Disabilities, was titled “Working with Neurodiverse Students.” In this presentation, he discussed common barriers impacting students with neurodiverse needs while developing skills and strategies to improve student outcomes. Both of these presentations helped to bring awareness to professors concerning student needs and also provided resources that may help their students.
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The Academic Success office shared results of a survey sent out during mid semester. Of the roughly 900 students that responded to the survey, over 500 of them reported struggling with mental health in some capacity. As a result, Rachel Michaels, Director of Student Wellness Support Services was asked to provide a presentation on stress management techniques and available resources, as well as providing an opportunity for open dialogue for students who participated in the presentation.
In October, the Counseling Center faculty and Ms. Michaels created a survey to identify trends in student mental health. There was a large response to the survey with just over 1,100 students participating. The survey posed eight questions that aimed to identify the main stressors our students are facing, as well as how they are experiencing stress physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Questions 6 - 8 were open ended with over 800 students responding. The survey found that the top five stressors our students are facing during the fall 2020 semester include: Academic workload/grades, job stressors (such as time management, finding work-life balance, etc.), COVID-19 fear, money/financial aid, and mental health. The Counseling Center faculty and Ms. Michaels are currently working to identify additional ways to address these concerns for our students.
The Counseling Center faculty currently consists of two professional faculty and three graduate and doctorate level interns. All individual counseling has been conducted via HIPPA-compliant Zoom sessions for the fall 2020 semester. Counseling is advertised through daily campus announcements and it has proven to be quite effective, as the Counseling Center is almost at maximum capacity. To keep up with the demand for counseling and also to help students engage with one another, there have been a variety of counseling groups added throughout the semester. These groups include, sexual assault survivors, addiction support PASSHE-wide, family therapy, peer support, Black Lives Matter listening circles, and a one-time post-election stress support group.
Student Affairs Committees
Student Affairs committees were created from the diligence and invaluable work of the long- standing Student Affairs Council that was comprised of area directors, coordinators and team leads. In addition to the change in the Council’s make up and mission over the years, the Council realized a need for subcommittees to target specific areas of need within the division for the benefit of our students, staff and University. The committees below have been established
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and identified to correlate with our strategic plan and mission of Student Affairs as a whole. The co-chairs and members are reviewed each year and changes made as needed to provide opportunities for all staff to have the option to serve on various committees and experience all aspects of Student Affairs.
Student Affairs Council serves as a recommending body for strategic plan development; direction of division-wide assessment efforts; and committee oversight. The committee co-chairs are currently Jim Pflugh, associate dean for student conduct, and Missy Dunn, director of student activities, programming and leadership.
Activities: • Approved a funding request from the Retention Committee for a monograph. • Approved missions and goals from the newly formed Professional Development and Communication committees. • Revised the Council’s mission and goals to reflect the new vision for the committee.
Student Affairs Assessment Committee leads the coordination for assessment within Student Affairs. The committee co-chairs are currently Nancy Skobel, associate dean for student affairs/women’s center director/victim advocate, and Diane Hasbrouck, director of volunteer programs and service learning/director of commuter and non-traditional student services.
The committee has developed three goals to lead their work over the current year: Goal #1: Coordinate professional development workshops utilizing needs assessment data. Goal #2: Create a digital resource library. Goal #3: Review and/or update annual assessment forms.
Activities: • Prepared assessment leads for Middle States virtual site visit. • Developed division-wide student employee cognitive and practical skills learning outcome rubric. Three assessment leads will utilize for fall 2020 semester: Office for Students with Disabilities, Student Conduct, and Student Media Services. • Coordinated the following assessment lead workshops by five year reporting cycle: . Unit Program Outcome . Needs Assessment . Benchmarking . Satisfaction . Self-study
Division-wide assessment activities (coordinated by Nancy Skobel): • Workshop for assessment leads to prepare for Five Year Program Review: Counseling Center, Recreational Services, and Volunteer Programs and Service Learning. • Assured compliance of 21 Administrative Assessment Plans for 2020-2021 in Nuventive, the University’s Assessment program.
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Student Affairs Communications Committee mission is to educate, innovate, and enrich communication between Student Affairs, SAI, and the University stakeholders. The committee was newly formed in September 2020. The current co-chairs are Tom Hasbrouck, assistant director of recreational services, and Pam DelVerne, director of technology services for the Student Association, Inc. (SAI)
Goals: 1. To provide Student Affairs and affiliates with effective communication strategies through education and best practice methods. 2. To refine media outlets to streamline communications. 3. To promote and educate Student Affairs and SAI professionals to align marketing with University branding guidelines. 4. To define and create recommendations for division-wide social media communications.
Current activities: • Developing a survey that seeks to understand the media usage habits of our students, and their preferences regarding communicating and seeking information during this time of remote operations. The results of this survey will help inform our methods of communicating with students during remote operations. • Identifying shortcomings in communications within the division, and exploring opportunities to improve on current methods.
Student Affairs Diversity Committee serves as a catalyst for change through awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion. The committee co-chairs are currently Sheleta Camarda-Webb, associate director of on campus living/director of multicultural affairs and diversity education, and Becky McMillen, executive director, university conference services.
The Diversity Committee strategically planned for the 2020 fall semester by providing staff, faculty, and students with opportunities to listen and learn from each other through several different programs.
Virtual Listening Circles were held for staff and students. These programs were intentionally facilitated discussions focused on race, ethnicity, and social justice. In conjunction with the Counseling Center, these programs allowed for conscientious introspection, thoughtful engagement, and the space to develop action items towards recognizable and positive changes.
The committee also hosted three "What's the T?" virtual events this semester opened to the entire Cal U Community. "What's the T?" focuses on national narrative topics that impact the campus community.
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September: Barb Letourneau, Cal U Assistant Volleyball Coach, shared a live cultural comfort food cooking demonstration. Barb shared stories from her childhood home in Brazil and cultural influences, all while cooking a chicken and kale dish, pictured right.
October: In partnership with the Women's Studies department, the committee hosted speaker Allison K. Lange to present on the women's suffrage movement and discussions on gender and power.
November: Speaker, Professor Emeritus, Sam Lonich presented, Demystifying Suicide. The committee felt this topic was necessary as the stresses of being virtual have been hard on our community and has increased mental health pressures.
The committee looks forward to a return to campus this semester with continued hybrid events. To continue to provide an outlet for these critical conversations, the Listening Circles and "What's the T?" programs will again take place for the entire community in the spring.
Student Affairs Professional Development Committee serves as a catalyst for professional development, personal growth, and community building among the members of the Student Affairs Division.
In our shared vision of “Increasing professional competence,” we serve as living exemplars to our students in the ways we improve ourselves through professional development.
Goals of the Committee for fall 2020/spring 2021 include:
1. The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee will do one monthly training for the Student Affairs division. (IE: Strength Finders, webinar/Ted Talk, PowerPoints from any student affairs professional who is knowledgeable about a certain topic that could be of interest to the division.) 2. The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee will do one, hands-on training per semester. (IE: Fire extinguisher, First Aid/CPR, Technology Demo) when possible. 3. The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee will collaborate with other departments on campus to provide training that would increase our toolboxes, but also assists our students and incoming students. (IE: Academic Success, Admissions, Teaching & Learning Center, University Technology Services) 4. The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee will host a facility tour per semester. (IE: Natali, Carter Ground Floor Hall, Herron, Convocation Center, Housing Office - Start with Student Affairs facilities then add Dixon, Noss, Manderino) when possible.
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Current activities: • Distributed survey to all Student Affairs staff and faculty asking to record their participation in University-wide standing committees, Student Affairs committees and professional associations. The survey also asked for staff member willingness to serve on such committees in the future. • Planning Stages on a “How to Return to Work” session in December. This will include tips on getting up and getting moving, mask policies, who is where now, and office configurations.
Student Affairs Retention Committee (SARC) serves to identify opportunities to create and enhance engagement to support student retention and success. The committee co-chairs are currently Dr. Jayna Bonfini, assistant professor/counselor, and Becky Barnhart, residence hall director.
Activities: • The committee has been coordinating Adulting 101 workshops since the first week of the fall semester. The topics for fall are provided below: . Successful Remote Learning . Get Involved on Campus . Finance Part 1 . Your Health Matters . Rec Services from Home . Finance Part 2 . Spooky Life Skills . Your Diverse Autobiography . Strengthening Resilience . Students Rights at Cal U . How to Write a Resume . Be a Good Human • The committee purchased “The Looming Enrollment Crisis” report from The Chronicle of Higher Education. This report provided critical information for the committee to use to help create programming and implement ways to assist in retaining our students. • Spring 2021 committee plans include outreach with other offices on campus, such as Academic Success and the Career Center. Instead of having weekly workshops, biweekly workshops that fall under a monthly theme such as career readiness or time management will be implemented.
Student Affairs Targeted Programming Committee identifies emerging trends and topics to forecast division-wide programming opportunities. The committee co-chairs are currently Kim Cupplo, senior accountant-SAI, and Terry Carnathan, coordinator of informal recreation and wellness.
Committee Goals:
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1) Identify gaps in the programming calendar where an event is needed, and collaborate with other areas to fill in the calendar with events. 2) Increase student participation through more effective marketing. 3) Develop a roadmap for students to be distributed at move-in day that markets events and where to find events and other important resources. Activities: • Continued to collect data from the Student Affairs division on virtual events for each month’s University online event calendar. https://www.calu.edu/calendar/ • Student, Destiny Brooks was added to the committee membership this quarter.
Destiny is a junior majoring in Marketing with a minor in Communications. She is also a member of the Student Activities Board and a Peer Mentor. She gives honest feedback to the committee about the kinds of programming that students want to see and what sources of communication students are using to find information on programming.
Auxiliary Services Cal U Student Bookstore, CalCard, Dining & Hospitality Services, Vending Services, and PSECU (Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union)
Auxiliary Services is supporting the University’s transition to remote learning and preparing for the safe return of our students to campus in the spring through the following contributions: • The CalCard Office staff, Terry Wigle, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, and Anthony Steve, Student Affairs System Administrator participated in the Transact (formerly Blackboard) Virtual East User Conference to become familiar with the most up to date information in support of ID card operations. • Cal Card Office has implemented a mobile ordering technology so that dining orders can be placed via a mobile phone app with a scheduled time when the order will be ready for pick up. • Currently developing a solution to utilize meal plans in vending machines to dispense boxed meals. • Tap adapters are being added to dining cash registers to reduce CalCard handling. • The Bookstore is processing online orders daily, shipping clothing, gifts, textbooks and course-related supplies to members of the University community. • As winter courses are online only and many of the spring courses will be offered in an online format, the Bookstore is continuing our partnership with the major publishers to offer digital access codes via direct email to students rather than physical access codes that require shipping, thereby allowing students instant access to course materials and eliminating shipping costs. • The Bookstore participated in “Homecoming at Home” by collaborating with Alumni Relations to provide a 20% off discount code to Cal U alumni.
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• The Bookstore provided a 20% discount coupon to all current students in support of Student Government’s Student Appreciation Week. • The Bookstore and PSECU participated in the University’s Fall Open House program by providing informational videos. The bookstore also provided a coupon code for potential students to receive a discount for online orders. • The Bookstore and PSECU participated in the Cal U Ready virtual retention event sponsored by Academic Success during October. Participating students completed departmental-specific modules and could jump into a “Zoom room” to ask questions or get additional program information. • PSECU marketing outreach efforts for the fall included promotions for new student members, faculty, staff and alumni. . The Get$50 promotion for new student members is scheduled to continue through the spring semester. . The faculty/staff membership promotion will continue until December 31, 2020. New accounts can receive $150 when adding direct deposit; regulations and details can be found at PSECU.com/150 using the promo code FS150. . Alumni promotions have been shared with Alumni Relations for distribution. Offers include: Join and set up direct deposit and receive $150 (visit psecu.com/150 using the promo code 150OFFER), and members can apply for the Founders Card and receive $150 (visit psecu.com/alumni). • PSECU continued to create new virtual learning opportunities via webinars (located at psecu.com/learn) that were shared with various campus departments. • PSECU participated in the Student Affairs Retention Committee’s “Adulting 101” series in September with a presentation aimed at budgeting and managing money in times of crisis. • PSECU delivered two live Zoom presentations for the TRIO students outlining family financial conversations and creating a positive financial mindset. • PSECU sponsored the purchase of graduation caps for the spring class of 2021. Additionally, PSECU brochures and cell phone cardholders were included in the graduate gift boxes provided to graduating students by the University.
Center for Volunteer Programs & Service Learning (VPSL)
• In September, 163 students attended workshops to learn about service in a virtual world and an additional 80 students requested the information. • A new reporting and tracking service hours program (Timecounts) was unveiled for students to upload their service activities. • A virtual Club and Organization Fair was a weeklong series highlighting over 30 clubs. • The VPSL Director co-presented for the Get Involved Discussion for the Adulting 101 Series. • In partnership with Cal Catholic, VPSL is facilitating a card writing program for students to write cards to the elderly who are homebound or in nursing homes.
Cal U Cupboard
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• As of November 10th, 35 students requested both food and personal hygiene items from the Cupboard, five students requested personal hygiene items only, and 21 students requested food only. • A total of 170 requests for assistance were received and 3,940 food items and 624 personal hygiene items and school supplies were distributed. • The Cupboard is also working with the local community for Thanksgiving programs, food donations and resources for students. • Two students from a Social Work class are service-learning volunteers for the Cupboard this semester.
For more information about the Cal U Cupboard, or to make a donation or request supplies, visit calu.edu/student-life/cupboard.aspx.
Commuter and Non-Traditional Student Services (CNTSS)
CNTSS has remained in contact throughout the fall as a way for commuter services to remain connected and engage students. Support is being given to students who need additional academic resources.
A needs assessment survey will be distributed to gather feedback about how to support our commuter students as they return to campus.
Conference Services
Best of Awards Winner
California University of Pennsylvania has been named the “Best Venue for Youth Retreats and Camps! The campus was nominated by Unique Venues, a national marketing and membership organization for properties and event planners. Voting was open to the public in August and September, and official announcements will be revealed on December 9th, 2020. We thank everyone who supported us in the voting process!
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The summer camp program managed by Lindsay Mongell, Director of Events, welcomed approximately 3,200 camp attendees in 2019. Before implementation of COVID-19 safety protocols, plans for summer 2020 were to welcome more than 4,000 camp attendees to campus. Sports teams, academic groups, bands, theater organizations, and church groups were among those that utilize Cal U’s conference spaces for youth retreats and camps.
As a part of the nomination process, a client shared the following quote: “There are numerous welcoming spaces for groups to gather, and there are many facilities and opportunities available to promote physical health and wellness.
We have been most impressed by the beauty and accessibility of the campus, but the University’s greatest resource is its people”, said David Ackerman, with Penn West Youth Conference.
The Conference Services department, pictured to the right, prides itself on prioritizing the attendee experience at a high customer service level. However, this award reflects years of hard work from not only Conference Services, but also the greater Cal U campus community. David’s quote above reflects the community effort from all Cal U personnel (facilities, police, athletics, recreational services, housing, dining, catering, etc.) who go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure each event is successful.
We are honored to be named the Best Venue and look forward to the recognition this award will bring to Cal U.
In addition to celebrating this achievement, the Conference Services team is preparing for a return to campus. While no external attendees will be permitted on campus this spring, the team continues to collaborate with internal areas (academic affairs, athletics, facilities, and Student Affairs colleagues) for return to campus protocols and procedures.
Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL)
Scholarship
• Fraternity & Sorority Life sent academic progress requests for week four and week ten of the fall semester through Starfish to an average of 200 faculty. During the week four- progress survey, 46% of the faculty responded and 47% responded during the week 10 survey. • Midterm grade reports were compiled for each chapter and shared with each chapter president and scholarship chair so that the scholarship chair could work with individuals
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who show signs of struggling academically at midterm. The FSL director reached out to each individual with a D, F, or unofficial withdrawal at midterm to encourage them to meet with professors and to use the resources available through the Vulcan Learning Commons (tutoring center). Sixty-nine students were contacted.
Membership Recruitment
Recruiting new members was challenging this semester as all recruitment events were held via Zoom. The sororities successfully added 11 new members and Acacia fraternity added one new member.
Awards & Recognition
• Acacia alumnus Eric Zwigart received the Pavlak/Shutsy Award from the California University of Pennsylvania Alumni Association during Homecoming Week in October. Zwigart also donated gallons of hand sanitizer and motion dispensers to place around the Acacia fraternity house. • Cal U alumnus Guy Holmes was presented with Acacia Fraternity's, The Order of Pythagoras Award by Patrick W. McGovern the Executive Director of the International Fraternity.
Community Service
The fraternities and sororities continued to support a variety of community service and philanthropic efforts throughout the fall semester.
Acacia Fraternity held a fundraiser to support the Covid-19 Solidarity Fund to benefit first responders, and served as Trick-or-Treat Crossing Guards in California Borough on October 31st.
Phi Sigma Sigma held a fundraiser in collaboration with iHop in Uniontown to raise money for the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation.
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Sigma Kappa Sorority members participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, created a social media campaign to support Breast Cancer Awareness throughout the month of October, and created a social media campaign to increase hazing prevention awareness during National Hazing Prevention Week.
A group of Sigma Kappa sisters were selected to take the pledge for "These Hands Don't Haze" to kick off the National Anti-Hazing Week, which was posted on the FSL Instagram.
Chapters and governing councils met regularly on Zoom throughout the semester, held virtual initiation ceremonies and continued their leadership activities to stay connected to Cal U.
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The sororities participated in a social media campaign to encourage members to vote.
Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority hosted virtual Homecoming events for active sisters and alumnae throughout Homecoming Week. They also held a sisterhood event at a local pumpkin patch.
Sigma Kappa hosted their Founder’s Day event via Zoom. Twenty four active sisters and five alumnae gathered for an afternoon that included the Founder’s Day ceremony, and several fun activities. Joining the celebration was alumna Faye Cole from the chapter’s first initiation class in November 1959.
Dr. Jayna Bonfini from the University Counseling Center and the Center’s intern, Ashley Farabaugh facilitated a workshop for all sorority women to share stress management skills necessary to navigate through 2020.
Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI)
The central focus of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for this quarter included: Continuing to provide ‘brave’ spaces for intentional conversations about race, cultural and other notable world topics that impact the daily lives of our students and campus community including:
• Monthly professional staff Listening Circles. • Collaboration with Admissions office to include inclusive language in admissions information.
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• ODEI Open House - Knowledge is Power, virtual learning session featuring historical and current social justice events.
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Monthly Cultural Recognitions: • National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15th – October 15th, highlighted virtual events sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute: https://cwis.calu.edu/announce/view.aspx?ID=23503 • LGBT History Month, October 1st – 31st • Celebrating Intersectionality: https://cwis.calu.edu/announce/view.aspx?ID=23612
2020 Jennie Adams Carter Award: A Story Comes Full-Circle Honoring the Life and Legacy of Cal U’s First African American Graduate
This year’s award recipient was Geraldine M. Jones, University President.
Our virtual tribute included remarks from Mr. Bill Carter, Jennie’s great-great-grandson, and loving accolades and tributes from First Gentleman, Jeff Jones, Autumn and Courtney, First- daughters and Jurnee, the First-granddaughter. Additional honors were offered by several of President Jones family, friends and colleagues. The committee felt it was a fitting and well- deserved honor to bestow on President Jones as she ends a storied career as a dedicated educator and leader at California University of Pennsylvania.
ODEI collaborations and events: • Co-facilitated a four-part diversity training for Applied Information Management Institute - TRIO program with Dr. Codie Stone, Department of Humanities. Topics covered included: . Brave Spaces and Vulnerability . Intersectionality and Systems of Privilege and Oppression . Building Your Toolbox: Resources . Finding an Accountability-Accomplice • ODEI created a presentation for new faculty orientation. • Writing Your Diversity Autobiography - Overview of DEI and social justice historical figures and events; exercise that allowed participants to reflect on how and where they learned about diversity and people different from themselves.
Presidential Advisors on Diversity Equity and Inclusion: As fall 2020 began, the newly established Presidential Advisors on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion started the next chapter of California University’s DEI journey. Committee members will participate in workgroups to address our initial areas of focus:
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• Hate and Insensitive Incident Intervention/Response Team & Diversity • Training/Professional Development • Policies/Practices & Resources • Campus Climate Survey • Strategic Plan • Communication
Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD)
The OSD roster currently identifies 395 students with 80 new students this fall.
OSD Director, Dr. John Massella provided the following services: • Five on campus consultations to faculty and six off campus consultations for regional clinicians and state/government organizations. • Presented at Washington and Jefferson College on Identification and Diagnosis of Substance Use Disorders. • Provided on campus presentation for faculty and staff on Neurodiversity. • Participated in online trainings: Addictive Behavior and Relapse, Recognizing Stigma Embedded in Diagnostic Criteria, and Providing Counseling and Clinical Services in a Distance or Virtual Format. • Provided a narrated PowerPoint on disability services for new faculty orientation.
Recreational Services
• Recreational Services launched weekly trivia events via Zoom and Kahoot online programs throughout the semester on Thursday nights for students. Collaborations for the trivia events included: Campus Ministries, Student Activities Board, Alumni Affairs, Student Government, and the Military and Veteran’s Affairs Office. Trivia themes included Logos, Disney, Cal U History, US Wars & Cal U Veterans, Billboard Music, Halloween Movies, Movie Soundtracks, and more. • Launching a video series for group fitness classes and outdoor recreation education that can be used by students, faculty and staff for academic classes and personal health. • Held a virtual Riddle Scavenger Hunt on the HRFC Instagram page. • Collaborated with the Student Affairs Retention Committee for an Adulting 101 session for students focused on recreational services. • Recreational Services was proud to collaborate with SAB, SAI, Student Affairs Targeted Programming Committee, and the Cal Times for virtual activities for students and several social media follower contests throughout the semester. eSports • Recreational Services hosted a variety of eSport games this semester including: . Rocket League . APEX . “Among Us” joint event with Student Government and Vulcan Gaming Club.
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Group Fitness/Wellness Group Fitness is offering virtual workout classes on YouTube and Mediasite. These classes are provided in collaboration with Cal U’s own graduate students, faculty and staff.
Outdoor Recreation The staff are launching a virtual series of training videos related to outdoor recreation to educate our members and students and to prepare them for future events in person on campus. These videos hosted on Mediasite are also available to faculty members for use in their classes by simply linking the videos to their D2L course shell. This video series includes hiking survival tips and Wilderness Survival.
Sports Clubs • Sports Clubs at Cal U, in alignment with the NCAA Division II athletic teams and the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference have cancelled all fall semester competitions and activities. Many of the current sports clubs leagues have announced plans to extend the spring 2021 seasons to attempt to complete their seasons. These leagues and specific Sports Clubs include: . American Collegiate Hockey Association (Ice Hockey) . Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (Equestrian) . National Cheerleading Association (Cheerleading) . National Club Baseball Association (Baseball) . National Small College Rugby Organization (Men’s and Women’s Rugby) . Region 1 Soccer (Soccer) . Society for Creative Anachronism (Fencing & Medieval) . United States Collegiate Archery Association (Archery) . USA Ultimate (Ultimate Frisbee)
Ice Hockey Club alumnus, Josh Famularo (’14) recently became the first Ice Hockey Club alumnus to win the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning this past October. Famularo was the Vulcans student equipment manager while completing his business degree. Josh’s out of classroom experiences and education at Cal U propelled him into working in the professional ice hockey business. https://www.calu.edu/news/2020/cal-u-grad- stanley-cup.aspx
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Student Activities & Leadership
September - Virtual Family Weekend
Friday, September 25th
Family Boom Boom Bingo! For the whole family with Bingo, fun and prizes! https://www.degy.com/boom-boom-bingo/
Saturday, September 26th
Members of the Student Affairs staff and the Parent and Family Portal held an open discussion for students and their families on Cal U and how the semester was going for their student. They had the opportunity to ask questions, meet support staff members, and learn about the remainder of the semester.
https://youtu.be/1OToZ-CRsfU "THE WIN $#!+ FROM HOME VIRTUAL GAME SHOW" Livestream game show designed to get students and families together, interact, and make them feel connected to our campus. This event featured magic that was developed exclusively for this show, along with several fun, interactive online games. https://josephtran.com/virtual-magic- shows/
October Activities
Show Biz Quiz with Derrick Knopsnyder https://www.neon-entertainment.com/game-show- show-biz-quiz/
Halloween Fest with The Self Hypnosis Mastermind Nadeen kept students entertained: https://gpentertainment.com/artist- information.php?a=Nadeen--Virtual-Self-Hypnosis- Show-&id=228
“Tiger King” themed escape room with NEON Entertainment: https://www.virtual.neon- entertainment.com/variety/
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Trivia Thursday’s in partnership with Recreational Services. These virtual events held via ZOOM offer the winner a $25 gift card and have a different theme each week.
One, in-person event was held at Vulcan Village in October.
The Student Activities Board held a “Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch” event.
One-hundred pumpkins were placed outside of the clubhouse area and students picked up the pumpkins at their leisure.
The Student Activities Board then held a pumpkin decorating contest on Instagram where the winner received a $25 Amazon gift card as a way to engage those students living on the Vulcan Village property.
Virtual Homecoming Events were held the week of October 5th through the 10th.
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November Activities
The Student Government Association sponsored Student Appreciation Week. The events were held virtually the week of November 2nd - 6th.
In addition to these events, a series of video messages were provided to Cal U Students via Twitter. These messages came from President Jones, Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Nancy Pinardi, Campus Minister, Pete Ware, Residence Hall Director, Becky Barnhart, Student Trustee, Maria Dovshek, and Administrative Assistant in the Student Association, Nicole Arthur.
https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1325297542645604354 President Jones https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1324529363417792513 Pete Ware https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1324157456851914758 Becky Barnhart https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1323777108116754433 Maria Dovshek https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1323432659507466242 Vice President Pinardi https://twitter.com/calustudentgov/status/1324882227466035200 Nicole Arthur
The Student Activities Board held a virtual Paint Social event on November 11th. Students registered though Instagram and had paint kits sent to them prior to the event. Taught by Cal U alumna, Lindsey Leonard, this event was held over Zoom and included a Thanksgiving themed painting with a Cal U touch.
Student Conduct
Revisions to the code of conduct for compliance with the new federal Title IX regulation has continued along with finalization of revisions to the Gender Based/Sexual Misconduct (Title IX) Policy in conjunction with the Title IX Coordinator and campus Title IX committee.
The Associate Dean has been tasked with the development of a behavioral intervention team and worked to identify members and resources to guide the process. The Associate Dean has collaborated with the chair of the behavioral intervention team at Clarion University in this process.
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The Associate Dean participated in a webinar – Racial Battle Fatigue – and completed 20 courses offered by SUNY’s Student Conduct Institute along with participation in several divisional, University and State System committees throughout the fall semester. The Associate Dean participated in the Middle States review process as part of the University Middle States team. The Associate Dean developed and implemented a survey for PASSHE institutions on the use of the Student Conduct Institute’s on-line training for the conduct directors. The Associate Dean has been coordinating working groups for System institutions utilizing the Guardian database for conduct and collaboration planning among Clarion, Cal U and Edinboro conduct offices. The Associate Dean serves on the Association for Student Conduct Administration’s (ASCA) Membership Committee, co-chairs the committee’s Recruitment and Retention subcommittee, and participates in the Association’s Pennsylvania Members Roundtables.
The Associate Dean presented two sessions for the Retention Committee’s Adulting 101 series on communication and student rights, and developed a video for introducing new faculty members to student conduct processes.
A total of 23 cases have been adjudicated through the Student Conduct process for the fall 2020 semester to date. This number represents a sharp decline due to campus conducting classes and activities under remote operations. Two cases are moving through the conduct process – one for physical assault and one for drug and weapon violations. A final analysis of cases for the semester will be provided in the next quarterly report.
Cases included the following code violations for fall 2020:
Alcohol 3 Drugs 8 Physical Assault 4 Violation of 1 Sanctions Disruptive 8 Encouraging or 5 Unauthorized 9 Violation of 1 Behavior Facilitating Presence University Violations Policy Domestic 1 Forcible Entry 1 Violation of local, state 1 Vulcan 1 Violence or federal law Village Visitation
Students were found not responsible for 12 of the violations above and Limited Immunity from substance violations was granted in one case. The following sanctions were imposed for students found responsible for violations:
Referral to B.A.S.I.C.S. 1 Counseling Referrals 2 University Probation 4
Banned from Campus 5 Registration Holds 3 Written Warning 4
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Location of Incidents
Smith Hall 2, 9% 6, 26% University 4, 17% Vulcan Village
Cal. Boro 11, 48%
Class Standing at Time of Incident
Graduate, 0 Senior, 5 Junior, 5 Sophomore, 4 Freshman, 9
0 2 4 6 8 10
Student Media Services
• Media Services continued to provide services to Student Affairs, Student Association, Inc. (SAI), the campus, and the community during the fall remote operations. • Media Services held their first virtual Open House on September 1st. • All student media staff are members of the newly formed Student Affairs Communications Committee, with team lead Pam DelVerne named as co-chair.
Cal Times
While the Cal Times print edition is on hiatus this fall semester during the University’s remote operations due to the pandemic, the Cal Times student news staff worked remotely and published 102 stories on the Cal Times website (caltimes.org) and on social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. The stories were also emailed to subscribers of the Cal Times weekly newsletter.
The Cal Times digital platforms posted strong gains in the number of viewers and followers of its website and social media accounts. From September to November, the Cal Times website recorded 15,667 users on the site. The Cal Times weekly newsletter added over a hundred new
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subscribers for a total of 374. Instagram jumped to 1,048 followers. Cal Times Twitter had 1,647 followers, and Cal Times Facebook page followers increased to 1,880.
Cal Times reporters received four “Best of SNO” awards for excellence in student journalism. Hannah Wyman, news editor, won awards for three stories. Johanna Eisel, reporter, received one award. Winning stories were published on the national “Best of SNO” student news website and Twitter account.
CUTV
Departmental productions and collaborations: • Produced 30+ videos for the virtual organization fair. • Produced seven videos for Student Government for Student Appreciation Week. • Produced, in collaboration with Alumni Relations, a virtual “Homecoming Memories” retrospective and “Vulcan Football on Homecoming” both used during Homecoming @Home, this year’s virtual Homecoming. • Digitally converted archived tapes from the 23 Homecoming parades, beginning with 1986. • Digitally converted archived tapes of “CUTV Flashbacks”, “Vulcan Classics”, and “The Curse of Clyde” student-produced show and uploaded to our YouTube channel. These shows have only aired previously on CUTV’s cable channel.
Student productions: • Senior, Thomas Caton produced an episode of his talk show, “Caton’s Corner”. • Sophomore, Trevin Keteles and the CUTV student crew produced a new edition of the shows, “Forechecking”, “Fantasy Football Freakshow”, and “The Gauntlet.”
Community productions: • Directed and produced a virtual fundraising auction for The Village Educational Childcare Center’s Shoe & Purse Bash on November 1st. The show was broadcast live on CUTV’s YouTube channel. This production included producing four informational videos about The Village and The Rutledge Institute for Early Childhood Education Center that were used as informational pieces during the broadcast.
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Gary Smith, CUTV Director of Operations, is collaborating with, consulting on, and doing all post-production and filming support for the Theatre Department’s production of the two fall 2020 shows. The First Year Student show aired mid-November, and the Winter show, which will be aired closer to the Christmas holiday.
CUTV can be viewed on Armstrong Cable - Channel 60, Atlantic Broadband – Channel 17, and on their YouTube channel at youtube.com/cutvsports1.
Multimedia Access Center/Technology Services
The Multimedia Access Center, or Mac Lab, remains closed for the fall semester. Technology services, via Pam DelVerne, continued collaboration on divisional and Student Association, Inc. (SAI) projects outlined below.
• Social Media campaigns . Student Appreciation Week video series . Student Affairs Welcome Back video series . Virtual Family Day promotion • Club Activities - Among Us gaming tournament for Student Appreciation Week with the Vulcan Gaming Club and Recreational Services eSports.
WCAL
Since the radio station is student-operated and students were not on campus, the campus radio station continued use of automated programming during this quarter.
• Several deejays recorded shows at their homes for station playback during normal time slots. • Deejay Kidney (junior, Caitlyn Lenkey) hosted a series of recording artist interviews on the social media platform, TikTok. • Student Broadcasting Association members continued to meet via Zoom and Discord during the quarter.
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• Station Business Manager, Zach Hixenbaugh secured a renewal of an underwriting contract with a local insurance company. . eBoard began planning a virtual Lock-In charity fundraiser for the spring semester.
Threat, Response, Assessment and Intervention Team (TRAIT)
The TRAIT team convened as needed to review issues relating to violence, security and potential threats. This team provides a structural way to share information regarding potential acts of violence that allow for purposeful strategic intervention. The team is led by Dr. Tim Susick, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs.
September, October, November 2020
Nature of Incident Action(s) Taken Resolution Student reported friend Associate Vice President Wellness Support Director posted concerning comments reached out and alerted made contact and referral to on Facebook. Wellness Support Director. counselor. Counselor conducting tele-counseling. Out of state student reached Associate Vice President Counselor & Wellness out for counseling. referral to Wellness Support Support Director researched Director. out-of-state counseling agencies near student’s hometown as referral. Request from Academic Associate Vice President Student was fine, thankful for Success for wellness check contacted Vulcan Village staff concern and was provided on student. for wellness check. resources to consider. Off campus student reported Wellness check on student, Hospital released student to concern over roommate. student transported to mother. Long-term hospital. counseling plan developed.
University Housing
On Campus Housing/Residence Halls
The University Housing Office continues to serve students remotely during the fall 2020 semester. The staff developed a newsletter to share information about housing related and campus-wide activities to connect with would-be residents.
In conjunction with University facilities staff, residence hall directors conduct weekly rounds through their prospective residence halls to monitor/identify potential maintenance concerns.
University Housing rolled over 998 active residence hall contracted students to spring 2021. Upon surveying these students, 481 students responded indicating interest in returning to on-campus housing in the spring term.
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During this quarter, two University Housing staff also supported the Office of Academic Success, Peer Mentoring, and Parent & Family Engagement office. University Housing staff represents the office on several committees including Starfish, Professional Development, Retention, and Student Affairs Council committees.
University Housing staff developed the following webinars to support virtual outreach and engagement: Residential learning, conduct, assessment in higher education, social justice, restorative justice and academic success, and retention practices.
The University Housing office is currently conducting a virtual recruiting process for Community Assistant positions. Successful candidates will be named by the end of the fall term.
With the announcement of spring 2021 reopening of the residence halls, University Housing staff are working swiftly to prepare the halls and complete assignments for students to better ensure a safe return to campus. Following the protocols outlined by the University level three reopening plan, 612 beds are available and the residence halls will follow single room/bath occupancy guidelines, with a limited number of exceptions for roommates. Student-athletes and students with experiential majors have priority assignments, students not priority-assigned will be placed on a waitlist.
The RD’s are planning a virtual Community Assistant training in preparation for the spring semester. CAs will complete D2L modules before returning to campus. Upon return, the staff will immediately begin prepping for move-in day in January.
The staff has set these additional residence hall protocols to align with University level three operations: • CAs will conduct virtual programming and hall meetings. • Floor and wing lounges may have no or limited availability. • The computer labs will be open at 50% capacity. Spring 2021 will bring many new exciting changes to University Housing. The Residence Life program is in transition from a programming model to a residential curriculum. This curriculum will help the University Housing staff to assess the programs and meet the student’s needs. A few key points to understand about a residential curriculum are: • Very intentional and student centered. • Goal oriented. • Utilizes learning outcomes. • More structured. • Easy to assess. • Focus on individualized student learning. Housing and Residence Life looks forward to welcoming students back to campus and creating a safe, successful environment for our residents.
Vulcan Village
• Occupancy - As of mid-November, Vulcan Village is 40% occupied with 305 students. • Fall 2020 Operations
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. The Vulcan Village Office continues to operate on a Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. schedule to serve our students, as well as continuing to offer on call and emergency maintenance response. . The following amenities are still being offered to students through our online scheduling system. The scheduling process is working out well and students are abiding by amenity protocols. o Fitness Center, Computer Lab, and Package Pickup o All locations are professionally cleaned three times per week and disinfected three times per day by the property team. • Spring 2021 - Beginning preparations for spring 2021 students, including the scheduled move-in day process offered in August 2020.
Wellness Center
Alcohol and Other Drug Awareness, Education and Prevention (AOD)
• The Alcohol and Other Drug Education office is continuing to meet with students via Zoom to conduct BASICS and CASICS sessions to be in compliance with the University Student Code of Conduct regulations. • The director attended a virtual three-day training for SAFE Project: Bridging Prevention and Recovery in order to promote prevention initiatives and expand on recovery support.
AOD Prevention Awareness Recovery Center (PARC)
The director is continuing to provide information to students in search of addiction and recovery support. Due to COVID-19, many 12-step meetings are not being conducted and a virtual platform may provide necessary support for those in recovery.
Counseling Center
Campus therapists include two full-time faculty members and four part-time interns. There is currently a search underway for an additional faculty counselor or psychologist. In addition to individual client sessions, thirty-five outreach programs to Cal U students and faculty have been conducted including workshops focused on stress management, resiliency, trauma-informed teaching, and work-life balance.
A needs assessment entitled “Stress and the Student” was sent to Cal U students so that the Center can better target specific stressors. Over 1,100 students responded and as a result, the Center is facilitating a counseling group on coping skills and planning additional outreach events (e.g., anxiety and procrastination workshops) for the remainder of the term. Many students in the survey indicated that their stressors are concerned with the schoolwork, finances, and mental health. About 80% of students who took the survey reported anxiety-related symptoms and roughly, half were experiencing symptoms related to depression.
Therapists virtually attended seven professional workshops including ACCF, PA Psychological Association, Emily Program, Greenbriar, and the Chronicle of Higher Education. Therapists also presented at professional conferences (e.g., HRSA addiction webinar) to audiences outside of Cal U.
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Fall 2020 client statistics as of October 30th (all sessions conducted via tele-health): • Total Clients: 110 • Number of counseling sessions: 429 • Crisis interventions: 9 • Most frequently reported symptoms: Anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. • All sessions conducted via telehealth
End V (Violence) Center - Advocacy for Sexual Violence, Interpersonal Violence, and/or Stalking
• The following numbers reflect victims/survivors who were seeking or who received services during the current reporting period: Assault (3), domestic/dating violence (4), and sexual harassment (1). Demographics of clients served: Female (8); Caucasian (4), and African American (4). • Victim services provided: Victim advocacy (10), crisis intervention (3), campus judicial advocacy (1), criminal justice advocacy (1), academic accommodation (2), and housing accommodation (1). • Training Programs: For purposes of this report, training means providing information to professionals on sexual assault, dating/domestic violence and stalking to improve their response to victims/survivors as it relates to their roles within the University. . Title IX Committee – five meetings . SUNY Student Conduct Institute • Prevention/Education programs: For purposes of this report, education is defined as providing general information that will increase public awareness of sexual violence, interpersonal violence and stalking: Adulting 101 – Healthy Relationships • Awareness: . Green Dot Action Day . Virtual Club and Organization Fair
Health and Wellness Education
• Rachel Michaels continues to direct the efforts of the University Contact Tracing Team, which aims to stop the spread of COVID-19 and identify members of the campus community who may have been unintentionally exposed to the virus. A campus app to minimize the spread of COVID-19 was recently evaluated and accepted by the team. • Rachel Michaels, in collaboration with a Counseling Center intern, presented on Stress Management Tips for Academic Success. • Two flu shot clinics were conducted in partnership with Rite Aid pharmacy at Vulcan Village. • The director is currently in discussions with Central Outreach Wellness Center in order to provide free sexually transmitted disease and infections testing at Vulcan Village.
Student Health Services
• Student Health Services professional staff continue to collaborate with the PASSHE AOD Coalition Coordinator and staff from the University of Pittsburgh’s Program Evaluation Research Unit (Pitt PERU).
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• In collaboration with Pitt PERU, a refresher course on SBIRT was held in September for the nursing staff of the Health Center. • In October, the Nurse Supervisor, Debra Anderson and the Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Tina Pierce presented during the Innovations in Prevention - California University Addictions Conference 2020, “ Examining More Than Throat Cultures”… Transforming Collegiate Culture with SBIRT. • During the fall semester, the nurse supervisor participated in weekly Zoom meetings with the PASSHE health directors, as well as weekly Think Tank meetings with other local universities. • The nurse supervisor and nurse practitioner continue to collaborate with Monongahela Valley Hospital to acquire testing material to be able to test symptomatic students for COVID-19. • The Student Health Center preparedness planning was ongoing daily this fall to work towards face to face return to campus in the spring, including working on testing protocols and an outdoor testing site. • In collaboration with Human Resources, Student Health Services performed employee temperature checks during a week in November monitoring approximately 45 employees per day. • A search has begun to replace the 11:00 p.m. – 7 a.m. nurse vacancy.
Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) activities throughout September, October and November included ongoing meetings concerning Covid-19, along with coordination efforts with other University departments and health agencies. Additionally, the CRNP updated resource and referral materials for the Student Health Center and created training presentations in preparation for spring opening.
Student Wellness Support Services
The role of the Director of Student Wellness Support Services is to direct the care of University students to the appropriate on or off campus resource to ensure student physical, mental, and emotional health, as well as personal and academic success.
Referred to: September 2020 October 2020 November 2020
Counseling Center 24* 30 7*
Student Affairs VP 2 2* Office Academic Success 1 2 1*
Housing 1*
End V Center 1*
OSD 2*
COVID Resources 8* 4*
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Other (general 5 3 information, UTech) 37* 40* 6*
Total = 83 students *Student was referred to more than one office.
Women’s Center
• Eight students have enrolled in the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) Program to date. This $389,468 grant enables military-connected single mothers and fathers, two parent families, and low-income students with children to have child care while they work to earn their degree. Cal U collaborates with the Village of FPC in California to provide childcare services. Due to COVID-19, a new partnership with KinderCare has also been established to provide childcare services. • Educational workshops for Hand-in-Hand participants: On-line Utilizing Microsoft Sway . Time Management https://sway.office.com/t0SuUXWWm9hoBmXg. . Stress Management https://sway.office.com/azpIzQXIWkobjzj1. . Self-Care https://sway.office.com/W5vBFoaUqF2pQSmr. . Parent-Child Relationships https://sway.office.com/kwNfBvQDsN4og9XT. • Educational Workshops: . Women’s Equality Day – Iron Jawed Angels documentary . Picture It: The Women’s Suffrage Movement, Gender, and Power . RGB documentary • Awareness: Virtual Club and Organization Fair
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THE NEWS YOU NEED announced. By mid-November, the section had Our challenge: Convey crucial information received nearly 3,800 views, with more than to audiences who are tuning in remotely 1,500 views of the Guide to Operations and about 300 views of the Frequently Asked Questions. The digital communications team Although Cal U’s campus was quiet this quarter, expects the high volume of traffic to persist as there was plenty of “big news” to share with we approach the start of the spring semester. current and future students, faculty, staff, alumni and other stakeholders. • Workforce and Program Changes The Office of Communications and Marketing It was important that we reassure our Cal U was called upon to convey timely, accurate community by providing accurate information information about spring reopening plans, about faculty reassignments and academic workforce and program adjustments, and program reductions – especially after a series of university integration, among other topics. Each speculative articles about possible retrenchment required a targeted communications plan: in the local and regional press.
• Level Up: Spring Reopening News releases and follow-up conversations with reporters corrected the record and led to Once Cal U’s plans for the spring semester were subsequent articles that correctly explained announced, emails, online news, a press Cal U’s decisions. release and social media posts directed students, parents and employees to updated Meanwhile, emails from President Jones were information on our existing coronavirus website, developed with students in mind, delivered to all www.calu.edu/coronaplan. campus accounts, and shared via the Campus Compass newsletter for parents and families. There readers could find our four-level Guide to Operations, which outlines details of the spring Communications and Marketing also distributed semester’s anticipated Level 3 operations; an “talking points” to staff members in areas such updated FAQ for Students; and our ongoing as admissions, financial aid, student affairs and report of positive COVID-19 cases. alumni relations. These brief guides provide accurate, easy-to-understand answers that staff Our University community has come to know can utilize in conversations with current and this website as the go-to source for information future students and their families. about Cal U’s plans during the pandemic. The main “corona plan” webpage received nearly • University Integration 1,000 views in the first 24 hours after the spring Communications regarding plans for university return to partial campus operations was integration have been carefully calibrated to
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align with messaging from the State System and more than 1,000 times, while shares to vintage our partner campuses. CUTV clips sent dozens of people to YouTube to watch the full Homecoming video. In October, President Jones successfully placed an “op-ed” in five news outlets to emphasize the The University’s announcement about Spring expanded opportunities for students envisioned 2021 reopening plans generated the most through integration. Emails to the campus comments of the quarter, at 42, with a sentiment community and links to System communications that was mostly positive. are promoting transparency throughout the integration planning process. Sadly, the public relations team also addressed the tragic loss of a student-athlete. Although the A new webpage (www.calu.edu/integration) University had suspended all athletics activity in explains the vision for integration and links to a March, Jamain Stephens’ death made national page of answers to Frequently Asked Questions, news because of its ties – as his family revealed as well as State System websites where news, – to COVID-19. The University went to great integration timelines and other resources are lengths to provide accurate information to the available to the public. public while respecting the family’s privacy. PR AND SOCIAL MEDIA Throughout September, while news outlets aired Activities continue to educate and engage interviews and commentaries, our campus family expressed its grief on social media. Memorial posts were widely shared, and The communications and public relations team reminders that the Counseling Center was open focused this fall on demonstrating the wonderful reached a total of 6,819 people, garnering 284 learning opportunities and extracurricular events reactions, 37 comments and 126 shares. taking place while Cal U was operating remotely.
Press releases and our online news page (calu.edu/news) invited the public to events including the Homecoming@Home celebration, a virtual career fair, the first installment of the Graduate Speaker Series, and the University’s popular Post-Election Analysis Forum, which drew about 130 viewers from across the country to hear nationally recognized panelists dissect the 2020 election results. MARKETING Team adapts strategies to changing times News stories also drew attention to successful student interns and alumni, as well as faculty The marketing team has adapted its strategies expertise. These stories keep our own Cal U to account for changes in audience behavior as community informed, and they help to raise the pandemic continues. awareness of the University among prospective students and the general public. For example, although Cal U continued to reach general audiences in the greater Pittsburgh area Social media engagement also brought people with the new “Unlock Your Story” television ad, together. Photos of Homecoming boxes being the 30-second spot also is being used to raise packed, pictures of past celebrations and a awareness of the University among a targeted lineup of Homecoming events each were viewed group of high school students and their families.
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Because of restrictions at many high school Future students remain heavily involved in football games, local broadcasts have become virtual activities, and digital advertising “must-see TV” for families and fans. Purchasing campaigns continue to play an important role in air time during high school sports broadcasts on bringing them to our website – and to Cal U. WTOV, FOX and TribLive TV put Cal U’s name and message in front of this key audience. In fact, digital advertising placed with partner Carnegie-Dartlet is the third leading inbound This fall our TV advertising with WPXI received source of traffic to the Cal U website. Between 6.9 million impressions, reaching about 1 million July 1 and Nov. 16, 2020, those digital ads, individuals. Comcast ads added 3.4 million which focus on undergraduate enrollment, have impressions, reaching about 600,000 viewers. been seen more than 7.7 million times. Through WTOV and Fox, of the Sinclair broadcasting those ads, 782 people have applied, requested group, ran 197 spots in September and October, information or registered for a Cal U event. reaching 635,858 individuals. Digital advertising for our graduate programs In addition to air time, the Trib Total Media also has been successful. sports package included an online “billboard.” It had more than 2 million pageviews, by some 560,000 users, during a 10-week period. DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS Website drives traffic to academic pages To supplement carefully selected broadcast placements, the marketing team continued to Search engine traffic to Cal U’s academic utilize OTT (“over-the-top”) advertising to serve program pages has grown considerably in 2020, Cal U’s message to the growing audience that thanks to a digital communications strategy that watches television on streaming services. OTT focuses on offering robust, information-packed and addressable TV received over 2.7 million pages and related career content. impressions in a non-skippable mode this fall. Compared to the same time period last year In total, our TV spots received well over 14 (Jan. 1-Nov. 16), the website has seen a 108% million views and reached 2.8 million people. increase in organic traffic to undergraduate program pages, with especially large gains in As motorists return to the highways, Cal U has both ranking and organic traffic for the begun to refresh its outdoor campaign as well. mechatronics, commercial music technology, In addition to sites in our traditional five-county drone technology and theatre programs, in area, the team worked with Enrollment particular. Management staff to identify out-of-state locations where billboards could supplement the Website visitors also are engaging with Cal U at awareness being created through the admission a far higher rate – a sign that our website team’s outreach. content is effective. The “conversion rate” for undergraduate inquiries through organic traffic Targeted digital campaigns in the vicinity of the has doubled compared to last year. billboards added another layer of awareness and helped the marketing team gauge the On the graduate side, there has been a 103% effectiveness of the out-of-state strategy. increase in organic traffic to webpages highlighting Cal U’s doctoral programs. Cal U currently has 12 billboards in the greater Pittsburgh area and 15 more in Ohio, West And a 24% increase in organic traffic to Virginia and Maryland. In total, they received graduate programs has resulted in a 43% over 13 million impressions this fall. increase in the conversion rate for inquiries.
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Organic traffic comparison of academic program pages
January 1 – November 16 (2020 vs. 2019)
Research conference goes digital
The digital communications team worked with the Center for Undergraduate Research, as well as faculty and staff across campus, to take the Fall Creative Works and Research Event into a virtual environment. Students from Cal U and other State System universities had the opportunity to present their research and creative works online and to participate in a live presentation.
The digital communications team designed a system students could use to submit their video presentations, created more than 30 videos on YouTube, helped livestream the synchronous event, created a website for the public to view the presentations, and gave Cal U faculty and staff members the ability to judge presentations in an entirely online format.
CREATIVE SERVICES Recruitment materials taking shape
The creative services team’s most critical project this quarter has been developing an orchestrated series of print materials for prospective students. This “mail flow” supplements digital and in-person communications from the Admissions Office and supports the University’s enrollment management goals by providing tangible touchpoints with high school sophomores, juniors and seniors.
The centerpiece of the collection is the viewbook. Intended to reach high school juniors at a pivotal point in their college search, it tells the story of Cal U through a compelling mix of photos, infographics, “fun facts” and short stories. The creative team takes pride in creating an appealing, informative viewbook that authentically reflects the Cal U experience.
The creative team has not let pandemic restrictions hinder their work. In collaboration with their colleagues in marketing and admissions, they are developing a viewbook with all the energy and impact of previous publications. A deep library of eye-catching images, a fresh design concept and creative typography are coming together to create a standout product.
This quarter, creative services staff also supported requests for products ranging from logos and branded promotional materials to the congratulatory yard signs and commemorative Commencement booklets that will be delivered to our 2020 winter graduates.
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Video pays tribute to POWs, MIA
For the 47th year, California held a Veterans Day Observance to honor those who have served in the military. This year, the observance included videos created by the creative services team and streamed to a Zoom audience.
One highlight: a video featuring the Table of Remembrance, a solemn ceremony that honors POWs and MIAs. Narrated by Cal U ROTC student Bennett Zboyovsky, the video captures both the ceremony’s symbolism and the deep emotion behind this tribute to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
The Table of Remembrance video has been provided to the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, so they can use it whenever the ceremony cannot be performed in person. To watch this moving tribute to our service members, visit Cal U’s YouTube page, www.youtube.com/user/CalUofPA, and search for “Table of Remembrance” or use this QR code:
IN OTHER NEWS …
The next edition of the Cal U Review looks at the myriad ways that teaching and learning continued during a semester of remote operations. Also featured: a look back at the career of our retiring President Jones, recognition of the latest inductees to the Athletics Hall of Fame, and stories about student interns and successful graduates. The magazine will reach more than 60,000 alumni households shortly after the winter holidays. … Wayfinding signage and branding on the glass doors to the new Welcome Center have been installed, completing that high-profile renovation. … Planning is under way for production of the 2021-2022 Academic Catalog, a collaborative project with the registrar, College deans and Office of Academic Affairs. … The Office of Communications and Marketing congratulates Bruce Wald ’85, former sports information director and our PR team’s longtime information writer, on his retirement in September.
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The Office of University Development and Received a $313,000 donation from a Alumni Relations supports the mission of the friend of the University for scholarship University by securing tangible assets from support. private sources including individuals, corporations and foundations. Received a $60,000 donation from an Emeriti Faculty member to support the It is our mission to develop the lifelong Library. involvement of Cal U alumni and friends with the University, as they are our most valuable Received $50,000 from an alumnus to constituency. We strive to be trusted stewards, support student retention and foster who are committed to strengthening alumni youth students. engagement and to collectively fostering relationships that further enrich the lives of our Held the third annual Cal U Athletics Day alumni as well as our students. of Giving on September 22, 2020. Over 350 donors contributed more than $42,000 for scholarships for student Development Milestones: athletes. These amounts doubled the number of the donors and fundraising totals from last year. The California University of Pennsylvania Development Team has achieved the following Received $25,000 from a foundation for milestones during the reporting period of the Cal U Building Fund. September, October and November, 2020. Received $12,000 from Emeriti Faculty members to establish a scholarship for Major / Leadership Gifts, students majoring in the physical Foundation, Corporate Giving: sciences.
For fiscal year 2020 / 2021 reporting (FY Worked with donors to establish various to date), University Development and endowed and immediate award Alumni Relations raised $760,937 in scholarship funds. cash donations and pledges. This is an increase of 10% over the division’s nine- Continued working with corporations and year average. This includes over foundations on partnership programs, $750,000 in cash donations which is an which include scholarship donations, increase of 30% over the division’s nine- program support and career services and year average. internships.
81 Planned Giving: Worked with the Senior Class of 2020 Planned giving activities continue to increase as and the Student Ambassadors Club to we work to educate alumni on the benefits of raise funds for the Class of 2020 including Cal U in their estate plans and Endowed Scholarship. A check will be informing them of the options that are available. presented during Commencement in May, 2021. Engaged in active discussions with various alumni to finalize their estate Continued to work on existing appeals commitments for future proceeds. These and create new affinity giving appeals for estates conservatively total over various alumni segments. $2,100,000.
Several pending estates are currently Alumni Activities: being monitored, with the total bequest to Cal U conservatively estimated at over The Alumni Relations Office has made a $1,700,000. strong and decisive transition to be a leader in engagement during the COVID-19 crisis Received over $400,000 in realized and beyond, providing digital guidance, bequests and finalized an estate bequest support, and entertainment for alumni and the that will provide an additional $300,000 greater University community. The Alumni for student scholarships. Relations Office has planned and will continue to support and engage alumni through various digital programming and face Affinity Engagement / Annual to face events in the future. This past quarter, the Alumni Relations office has: Fund: Compiled at least two new social Affinity giving continues to increase as Cal U media posts daily, provided alumni are provided opportunities to donate to entertainment, educational, and something they believe in and support. Many webinar based programming through Greek organizations, clubs and groups have the alumni podcast- The Vulcan established, or have expressed interest in Nation, continued producing The establishing, endowed scholarships. Several Vulcan Gazette (monthly e-newsletter) donors have made multiple affinity gifts in the and has managed all alumni social last year as well. media accounts.
For fiscal year 2020 / 2021 reporting (FY Hosted the first digital Homecoming to date), the Annual Fund raised event “Homecoming @Home.” The $157,482 in donations and pledges. This programming included a “Homecoming in is an increase of $10,000 over the a Box”, campus tour, trivia, alumni division’s nine-year average. learning, classic parades, football and a virtual 5K, among other programming Established a brick fundraising campaign highlights. Over 5,000 alumni for Greek alumni. To date, over 125 participated in these events, making it bricks have been purchased. This effort the largest homecoming event in the 71 has raised over $11,000 to endow a new year tradition. The week also helped to scholarship. Bricks will be placed in raise several thousand dollars for the Cal Greek Life Commons, a new brick area U Cupboard and the Class of 2020 behind the Kara Alumni House. Endowed Scholarship.
82 Launched the Alumni Learning o W.S. Jackman Award of Consortium, a partnership with other Distinction - Dr. Saroyi Morris ’92 – alumni organizations to provide Program manager for the Coastal professional and personal development Health District of the Georgia learning opportunities to alumni. This no- Department of Public Health, and cost-to-alumni program provides on- member of the board of directors for demand content from internationally the Georgia Public Health Assoc. recognized speakers as well as Cal U alumni, faculty, and staff. Details on o Michael Duda Award for Athletic programming can be found at Achievement - Brooque Williams ’10 https://alumlc.org/calu. – International professional basketball player and a member of Debuted a new YouTube show featuring the Cal U Athletic Hall of Fame. TED-Style Talks with notable alumni. The new series “Conversations at The o Pavlak / Shutsy Special Service Forge” focuses on personal and Award - Eric Zwigart ’98 - CEO of professional insights for rising students, RPP Products. recent alumni, and other alumni across the lifespan about topics relevant and o Professional Excellence Award - important to their success. This series Shujuane Martin ’01, ’03 - Chief can be found on the Cal U Alumni operating officer for the Private Association channel on YouTube. Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette Inc. Partnered with other departments across o Young Alumni Award - Adisa campus to help promote the American Hargett-Robinson ’16 - On-air Democracy Project’s Debate Watch, producer for the Department of inviting alumni to participate in the Veterans’ Affairs and member of the conversations through the Discord app. National Assoc. of Black Journalists.
The following 2020 Alumni Award o Meritorious Award - Fred Smith Jr. winners have been selected and ’83 - President and CEO of KFS recognized through special episodes of Strategic Management Services. the Vulcan Nation podcast and will all be featured in the next issue of the Cal U o Rear Admiral William R. Furlong Review. Award for Military Service - Donna Barbisch ’84 - Retired U.S. Army o John R. Gregg Award for Loyalty major general and CEO of Wicked and Service - Carolyn Tardd ’78 - Solutions. Retired Cal U athletics department staff member. o Illustrious Californian - William Viola II ‘69 - Entrepreneur, martial o C.B. Wilson Distinguished Faculty arts instructor and MMA pioneer. Award - Dr. Kelton Edmonds - Cal U professor and former director of the The Alumni Association Board of University’s Frederick Douglass Directors is seeking nominations for eight Institute program. (8) board vacancies. Interested parties should submit nominations, including a short bio, no later than 12/18/2020 to [email protected] for review.
83 Below is a tentative monthly schedule of planned upcoming University Development and Alumni Relations programming. Events are added regularly so please check the Alumni Relations section of the Cal U website, www.calu.edu/alumni/events-reunions, for a complete listing. For more information, please contact the Alumni Relations Office at (724) 938-4418.
December 2020 Vulcan athletics preview Virtual alumni holiday party (with DJ) Video podcasts Audio podcasts Vulcan Gazette Graduate sendoff Geographical virtual alumni event
January and February 2021 Alumni Learning Consortium - white label webinars Bi-monthly Cal U webinars Virtual Homecoming (programming to be announced) Video podcasts Audio podcasts American Democracy Project event Vulcan Gazette Geographical virtual alumni event
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2021 Meeting Schedule
Regular quarterly meetings of the California University Council of Trustees are held at 6 p.m. in the President's Conference Room, Old Main Hall. Prior to the Trustee meeting, an informational session is held for the Trustees at 4 p.m., followed by a dinner at 5 p.m.
Due to COVID-19, meeting may be held remotely via Zoom. Details will be shared with the Trustees prior to the meeting.
Quarterly Meeting Dates March 3, 2021 June 2, 2021 September 15, 2021 December 1, 2021
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