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Texa s A & M University, Pra irie V iew A & M University, Ta rleton Sta te University, Texa s A & M University-King sville, Texa s A & M University-C orp us C hristi, Texas A & M International University, W est Texas A & M University, Texas A & M University-C om m erce, Texas A & M University-Texarkana, Texas A & M University-C entral Texas, Texas A & M University-San A ntonio, Texas A & M A griLife Research, Texas A & M A griLife Extension Service, Texas A & M Engineering Experim ent Station, Texas A & M Engineering Extension Service, Texas A & M Forest Service, Texas A & M Transportation Institute, Texas A & M Veterinary M edical D iagnostic Laboratory, Texas A & M Health Science C enter Texas A & M System Sponsored Research Services, Texas A & M System Technology C om m ercialization Consent Agenda Items Agenda Consent Board of Regents of Board Meeting of the of Meeting September20153, 8/26/15

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS MEETING OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM September 3, 2015

Prairie View A&M University (None)

Tarleton State University

C-1) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring Ms. Euphemia Edem for Her Achievements in Track and Field

C-2) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Men’s Rodeo Team

C-3) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Men’s 4x400 Relay Team

Texas A&M International University

C-4) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “University Services Scholarship Endowment”

C-5) Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016

Texas A&M University

C-6) *Namings of Academic Rooms and Spaces in Francis Hall

C-7) Approval of a New Master of Ocean Science and Technology Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-8) Approval of a New Master of Science in Business Degree Program and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-9) Approval of a New Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-10) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi-Endowment”

Texas A&M University-Central Texas (None)

Texas A&M University-Commerce

C-11) *Naming of the East Greenhouse on the University Farm

C-12) *Naming of Road Located Within the Rodeo Facilities on the University Farm Consent Agenda September 3, 2015 Page 2 of 4 Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

C-13) Approval of a New Bachelor of Arts Degree Program with a Major in Graphic Design, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

C-14) *Naming of Rooms at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Center at the Tio and Janell Kleberg Wildlife Research Park

C-15) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Athletics Hall of Fame”

C-16) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Women’s Athletic Scholarship”

Texas A&M University-San Antonio (None)

Texas A&M University-Texarkana (None)

West Texas A&M University

C-17) Authorization to Award an Honorary Degree to Mr. Johnny Trotter

C-18) Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016

C-19) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Women’s Basketball Team

C-20) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Women’s Track & Field Team

C-21) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Equestrian Team

C-22) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Softball Team

C-23) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Baseball Team

C-24) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Men’s Track & Field Team

C-25) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Men’s Golf Team

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (None)

Texas A&M AgriLife Research (None)

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (None) Consent Agenda September 3, 2015 Page 3 of 4 Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (None)

Texas A&M Forest Service

C-26) Confirmation of Appointment and Commissioning of Peace Officer

The Texas A&M University System/Board of Regents

C-27) (Revised) Approval of Minutes

C-28) Approval of Revised List of Authorized Signers for Revolving Fund Bank Accounts for System Members

C-29) Approval of Changes to the Admission Standards for System Member Universities for the 2016-17 Academic Year

C-30) Approval of Revisions to System Policy 03.02 (Policies for the Establishment and Revision of Mission Statements and Tables of Programs)

C-31) Approval of Revisions to System Policy 08.01 (Civil Rights Protections and Compliance)

C-32) Approval of New System Policy 11.10 (Academic Program Requests)

C-33) Approval of Revisions to System Policy 31.04 (Holidays)

C-34) Granting of the Title of Emeritus/Emerita, September 2015, The Texas A&M University System

C-35) Confirmation of Appointment and Commissioning of Peace Officers

Report

Report of System Construction Projects Authorized by the Board

*Certified by the general counsel or other appropriate attorney as confidential or information that may be withheld from public disclosure in accordance with Section 551.1281 and Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code.

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A&M System ...... The Texas A&M University System A&M-Central Texas ...... Texas A&M University-Central Texas A&M-Commerce ...... Texas A&M University-Commerce A&M-Corpus Christi ...... Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi A&M-San Antonio ...... Texas A&M University-San Antonio A/E ...... Architect/Engineer AgriLife Extension ...... Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service AgriLife Research ...... Texas A&M AgriLife Research BOR ...... Board of Regents FP&C ...... Facilities Planning and Construction NCTM ...... National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing POR ...... Program of Requirements PUF ...... Permanent University Fund PVAMU ...... Prairie View A&M University RFS ...... Revenue Financing System TAMHSC ...... Texas A&M Health Science Center TAMIU ...... Texas A&M International University TAMUG ...... Texas A&M University at Galveston TAMUT ...... Texas A&M University-Texarkana Tarleton ...... Tarleton State University TEES ...... Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station TEEX ...... Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Texas A&M at Qatar ...... Texas A&M University at Qatar Texas A&M ...... Texas A&M University Texas A&M-Kingsville ...... Texas A&M University-Kingsville TFS ...... Texas A&M Forest Service THECB ...... Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board TIGM ...... Texas A&M Institute for Genomic Medicine TIPS ...... Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies TTI ...... Texas A&M Transportation Institute TVMDL ...... Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory UTIMCO ...... The University of Texas Investment Management Company WTAMU ...... West Texas A&M University Tarleton State University

C-1) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring Ms. Euphemia Edem for Her Achievements in Track and Field

C-2) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Men’s Rodeo Team

C-3) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Men’s 4x400 Relay Team Agenda Item No.

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 23, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring Ms. Euphemia Edem for Her Achievements in Track and Field

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring Ms. Euphemia Edem for her achievements on the Tarleton State University Outdoor Track and Field Team.

“WHEREAS, Euphemia Edem, a native of Calabar, Nigeria, was a graduating senior at Tarleton State University majoring in Kinesiology in spring 2015; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Edem was a member of the 2015 Tarleton Outdoor Track and Field Team; and

WHEREAS, she broke four individual school records in the indoor long jump, indoor triple jump, outdoor long jump, outdoor triple jump, and a team school record for the 4x100 relay; and

WHEREAS, she completed the 2015 outdoor season undefeated in the long jump claiming six- straight first-place finishes, broke the Lone Star Conference record in the long jump, and received the 2015 Lone Star Conference Outdoor Track and Field Female Athlete of the Year award; and

WHEREAS, she became the first female athlete in Tarleton history to win a national championship at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II 2015 Track and Field Finals; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the achievements of Ms. Euphemia Edem on the Tarleton Outdoor Track and Field Team in 2015; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to Ms. Edem and to the Archives of Tarleton State University as an expression of congratulations for her excellence on the track.

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Agenda Item No. June 23, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

F. Dominic Dottavio, Ph.D. President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Agenda Item No.

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 23, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Tarleton State University Men’s Rodeo Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team for their achievements.

“WHEREAS, the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team has a long history of championships in the arena; and

WHEREAS, the members of the 2015 Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team are Landon Williams, Jace Lane, Jace Melvin, Brody Cress, Kody Lamb, and Devan Reilly, and their head coach is Mr. Mark Eakin; and

WHEREAS, in 2015 the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team were champions of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s Southwest Region; and

WHEREAS, 2015 marked the seventh-straight appearance of the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team in the championship event of the College National Finals Rodeo, which is considered the ‘Rose Bowl’ of college rodeo; and

WHEREAS, the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team has been crowned national champions for the third time in program history; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Williams’ tie-down roping national title is the 11th individual championship and 3rd championship in the event in Tarleton’s history in the arena, and the 3rd straight year Tarleton has had an individual national champion; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the achievements of the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team in 2015; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the members of the Tarleton Men’s Rodeo Team, Mr. Mark Eakin, and to the Archives of Tarleton State University as an expression of congratulations for their excellence in the arena.

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Agenda Item No. June 23, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

F. Dominic Dottavio, Ph.D. President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 23, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Members of the Tarleton State University Men’s 4x400 Relay Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team for their achievements.

“WHEREAS, the members of the 2015 Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team were Terrance Gross, Cameron Krc, Clarencio Guerrero, and Gilson Umunnakwe, and their head coach was Mr. Pat Ponder; and

WHEREAS, the 2015 Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team set a new school record for the event; and

WHEREAS, the Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team won the 2015 national championship for the event at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field Finals; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the achievements of the 2015 Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team in 2015; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the members of the 2015 Tarleton Men’s 4x400 Relay Team, Mr. Pat Ponder, and to the Archives of Tarleton State University, as an expression of congratulations for their excellence on the track.

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Agenda Item No. June 23, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

F. Dominic Dottavio, Ph.D. President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Texas A&M International University

C-4) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “University Services Scholarship Endowment”

C-5) Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016

Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D., President Texas A&M International University

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “University Services Scholarship Endowment”

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize the president of Texas A&M International University to establish a quasi-endowment account to be entitled the “University Services Scholarship Endowment.”

Background Information:

In fall 2010, students passed a referendum authorizing the collection of the endowment fee to create an endowment for general and study abroad scholarships. The Board approved this fee at the May 2011 Board meeting. With the consolidation of fees approved at the May 2014 Board meeting, the endowment fee was consolidated into the university services fee. Authority is requested to establish a new quasi-endowment with a transfer of university service fee funds. The purpose of the new endowment will be to continue funding general and study abroad scholarships.

The university is seeking to establish a quasi-endowment as part of an overall gift policy that will allow for longer term investment of these funds.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

The “University Services Scholarship Endowment” quasi-endowment will be created with a $375,000 transfer of university services fee funds. The earnings from the quasi-endowment will be used to provide general and study abroad scholarships. Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 15, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “University Services Scholarship Endowment”

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System authorizes the president of Texas A&M International University to establish a quasi-endowment account to be entitled the ‘University Services Scholarship Endowment.’ The account will be funded by a transfer of $375,000 from the university services account. Payout distributions from the newly created quasi-endowment will be used to provide income for general and study abroad scholarships at Texas A&M International University.”

Respectfully submitted,

Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D., President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

______John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

______Maria L. Robinson Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D., President Texas A&M International University

Subject: Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016, Texas A&M International University

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize faculty development leave for FY 2016 at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU).

Background Information:

System Policy 31.03, Leaves of Absence, and System Regulation 12.99.01, Faculty Development Leave, require that a recommendation for faculty development leave be submitted by the university president to the chancellor for recommendation to the Board of Regents for approval. At TAMIU, the application is submitted with support of the academic department, college dean, university development leave committee (elected by the general faculty), provost and vice president for academic affairs and president.

As shown in the exhibit, TAMIU requests approval for faculty development leave for one faculty member for FY 2016.

TAMIU is in compliance with the statutory requirement that no more than six percent of eligible faculty be on development leave at any time.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

No additional funding is required. Department faculty members are assuming the recommended faculty members’ teaching loads by adjusting course offerings the next academic year. Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 22, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016, Texas A&M International University

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, in accordance with System Policy 31.03, System Regulation 12.99.01 and Sections 51.101-108 of the Texas Education Code, authorizes faculty development leave to the faculty member as shown in Exhibit , Faculty Development Leave List FY 2016, Texas A&M International University.”

Respectfully submitted,

Ray M. Keck, III, Ph.D. President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs ITEM

EXHIBIT FACULTY DEVELOPMENT LEAVE LIST FY 2016 TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Years of TAMIU Tenured, Name/ Tenure- Title/ Track Semester of Department Service Leave Location and Brief Description of Leave

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Pablo Camacho- 9 Fall 2015 Leave will be spent at Spain’s Universidad de Alcalá de Henares (UAH), working to Gutiérrez further develop Dr. Camacho-Gutiérrez’s research on corporate governance through Associate study of Spanish manufacturing firms. During the leave, Dr. Camacho-Gutiérrez will Professor use his expertise in econometric estimation techniques with specialties of UAH’s Economics faculty in analyzing a Spanish database with material from numerous firms. Dr. Camacho-Gutiérrez plans on publishing his work. He has also been offered continued access to the database after his stay has ended, providing him opportunity to continue his studies. These activities will assist TAMIU with establishing new collaborations, widening the School of Business’ profile in the MBA-Spanish program, allow continued networking with other European academic programs and enhance his teaching regarding corporate governance and finance. The leave is expected to benefit TAMIU students as findings from the research are incorporated into lectures/seminars that in turn will open opportunities for them.

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C-6) *Namings of Academic Rooms and Spaces in Francis Hall

C-7) Approval of a New Master of Ocean Science and Technology Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-8) Approval of a New Master of Science in Business Degree Program and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-9) Approval of a New Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

C-10) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi-Endowment” Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Michael K. Young, President Texas A&M University

Subject: Approval of a New Master of Ocean Science and Technology Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Proposed Board Action:

Approve the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University (Texas A&M) leading to a Master of Ocean Science and Technology (M.O.S.T.), authorize the submission of this degree program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for approval and certify that all applicable THECB criteria have been met.

Background Information:

A series of trends such as the exploration and exploitation of energy resources in deeper waters offshore (e.g. Gulf of Mexico), the continued growth of human populations along the coast, and growing efforts to predict and mitigate coastal hazards (e.g. hurricanes, tsunami, oil spills, and harmful algal blooms) have lead to an expansion of opportunities in the area of ocean science technology and a need for highly trained master’s level scientists.

The proposed M.O.S.T. will provide students with education and training from scientists working at the cutting edge of ocean science throughout the global ocean, from the Gulf of Mexico to the waters around Antarctica. The College of Geosciences has been a leader in ocean observation for more than 50 years and has close ties with the International Ocean Discovery Program and offshore energy industry.

The degree will satisfy the growing demand for trained ocean science and technology professionals in both the public (e.g. integrated global ocean observing systems) and private sectors (e.g. energy and transportation industries).

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

There are minimal new costs associated with the new M.O.S.T.. The new degree will rely on faculty who are already members of the Department of Oceanography, and existing funds within the department will be sufficient to meet the costs of adding this degree program.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 13, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Approval of a New Master of Ocean Science and Technology Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System approves the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University leading to a Master of Ocean Science and Technology.

The Board also authorizes submission of Texas A&M University’s new degree program request to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for approval and hereby certifies that all applicable criteria of the Coordinating Board have been met.”

Respectfully submitted,

Michael K. Young President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

______Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

ATTACHMENT TO ITEM Texas A&M University

Master of Ocean Science and Technology (CIP 40.0607.0002)

Program Review Outline

BACKGROUND & PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Administrative Unit: College of Geosciences (Department of Oceanography)

The proposed Master of Ocean Science and Technology (M.O.S.T.) will be a unique program for the state of Texas. It will provide students with education and training from scientists who are active researchers and educators working at the cutting edge of ocean science throughout the global ocean, from the Gulf of Mexico to the waters around Antarctica. The College of Geosciences is in an ideal position to offer this new degree due to its leadership in ocean observation for more than 50 years, close ties with the International Ocean Discovery Program and the offshore energy industry. A unique feature of this program is that the curriculum has been designed to interface with existing bachelor degrees taught in the College of Geosciences. This integration will enable the most capable undergraduate students to obtain both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in five years in an accelerated degree program.

The educational objectives of this program will be to: 1) provide students with a basic understanding of the major concepts in oceanography that can be applied in ocean science careers; 2) provide students with the skills and tools to evaluate and analyze data, particularly large datasets of the type generated by ocean observing systems; 3) to facilitate critical thinking and problem solving.

The proposed degree will require 36 semester credit hours. It will be a non-thesis program with all students completing a capstone learning experience.

The proposed implementation date is spring 2016.

Texas A&M University (Texas A&M), certifies that the proposed new degree program meets the criteria under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Section 5.45 in regards to need, quality, financial and faculty resources, standards and costs. New costs during the first five years will not exceed $2 million.

I. NEED

A. Employment Opportunities

There is a growing need for trained ocean science and technology professionals, both in the public (e.g. integrated global ocean observing systems) and private sectors (e.g. energy and transportation industries). A series of trends are leading to an expansion of opportunities in this sector, including the exploration and exploitation of energy resources in deeper waters offshore (e.g. Gulf of Mexico), the continued growth of human populations along the coast, and growing efforts to predict and mitigate coastal hazards

Page 1 of 4 (e.g. hurricanes, tsunami, oil spills, and harmful algal blooms). Perhaps the greatest opportunity will come from the growth of ocean observing systems, integrated systems designed to collect, store and deliver ocean data. The construction and maintenance of these systems will provide countless opportunities for professionals for decades to come. Texas is ranked third in numbers of jobs in the marine science and technology industry. However, education and training opportunities in Texas in ocean science and technology do not match other coastal states such as New Jersey and California. The development and growth of ocean observing has created the need for highly trained master’s level scientists, a need that is currently overlooked by educational institutions in Texas.

B. Projected Enrollment

Projected enrollment is based on enrollment in existing graduate programs in Oceanography, the rapid growth of the undergraduate minor in Oceanography, and the rapid growth of the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Environmental Geosciences. Based on these developments, it is projected that 10 to 15 students per year will graduate with the M.O.S.T. after five years (see table below):

Year Change of New Attrition Graduation Cumulative Cumulative Major/Transfers Students Headcount FTSE (New only) 1 0 9 0 0 9 7 2 0 7 0 5 16 12 3 0 12 1 7 23 17 4 0 15 1 11 30 23 5 0 20 1 14 38 29

C. Existing State Programs

There are currently no masters programs that offer training in ocean science and technology within the state of Texas. The proposed program would be unique to Texas A&M and provide a needed opportunity for education and training within Texas in this emerging field. The M.O.S.T. is designed specifically to give students the range of skills needed for careers in ocean observation, data analysis, and related fields. The only comparable program in the United States is the Masters in Operational Oceanography offered by Rutgers, the state university of New Jersey.

Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in ocean science within Texas include programs in Oceanography, Marine Biology, and Marine Sciences. An M.S. in Marine Biology is currently offered by Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG), Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and Texas A&M. The degree is focused on the ecology and physiology of marine organisms and does not conflict with the proposed degree. Similarly, the focus of the M.S. in Marine Science that is offered by the University of Texas is in marine biology and chemistry. Students in the M.S. in Oceanography degree program pursue relatively specialized studies focused on marine geology, physics, chemistry, or biology. Moreover, the M.S. degrees are research-orientated programs.

The Master of Marine Resources Management (M.M.R.M.) and Master of Maritime Administration and Logistics (M.M.A.L.) are non-thesis masters programs offered by Page 2 of 4 TAMUG. The proposed degree was developed in consultation with colleagues at TAMUG. These programs should be regarded as complementary rather than competitive. The growing choice of specialist graduate degree programs and the rising rates of graduation indicate that Texas A&M is poised to become a national leader in ocean science education; the proposed M.O.S.T. would add to this momentum by offering educational opportunities in a new and emerging field.

II. QUALITY & RESOURCES

A. Faculty

The Department of Oceanography currently has 29 teaching faculty, with 18 based in College Station and 11 at TAMUG. Two additional faculty members will be joining the College Station faculty in fall 2015. All faculty have a Ph.D in Oceanography or related science discipline. No additional faculty positions will be required for this program.

B. Program Administration

The program will be administered by the Department of Oceanography within the College of Geosciences. Day-to-day management of the program will be led by the head of the Department of Oceanography. No additional administration positions are anticipated.

C. Other Personnel

The program will be supported by four administrative staff and a Graduate Advisor within the Department of Oceanography. No additional personnel positions are anticipated.

D. Supplies, Materials

Adequate supplies for teaching are available within the Department of Oceanography and College of Geosciences. There are clear procedures and resources available for requesting additional materials and supplies to support teaching if needs arise. New costs for supplies are estimated at $1,500 per year.

E. Library

The Texas A&M Libraries contain sufficient resources to support the proposed program. The current Oceanography collection is 11,432 books and 659 serials (i.e. journals and book series) and continues to grow. The digital library offers access to e-books and journals via the university Howdy portal both on and off campus. The department will work with Mr. Rusty Kimball, the Oceanography librarian, to ensure that needs continue to be met in ocean science and technology.

F. Equipment, Facilities

The Department of Oceanography is well equipped to provide this program. Facilities include the O&M Building and the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group (GERG) facility in College Station, and the new Ocean and Coastal Studies Building Page 3 of 4 (completed in 2010) and associated facilities (marina and sea life center) in Galveston. Substantial resources are being invested in the development of new facilities at GERG, including the recent purchase of a pair of Slocum gliders, which are remotely-operated vehicles used to take measurements from the ocean while being controlled from the shore. Students in the proposed program will gain experience with state-of-the art technologies and tools used in ocean science research.

III. NEW 5-YEAR COSTS & FUNDING SOURCES

Costs for the proposed degree will be minimal as instruction can be met with existing resources along with the addition of new faculty arriving for the fall 2015.

NEW FIVE-YEAR COSTS SOURCES OF FUNDING

Formula Income (General Faculty $ 109,512 $ 270,376 Revenue) Program Administration $ 0 Statutory Tuition $ 72,000 Graduate Assistants $ 0 Reallocation $ 109,512 Supplies & Materials $7,500 Designated Tuition $ 182,232 Library & IT Resources $0 Other Funding: $ 199,751 Equipment, Facilities $ 0 Other $ 0 Estimated 5-year Estimated 5-Year $117,012 Revenues (Total $ 833,871 Costs Student-Based Funding)

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AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Michael K. Young, President Texas A&M University

Subject: Approval of a New Master of Science in Business Degree Program and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Proposed Board Action:

Approve the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University leading to a Master of Science in Business (M.S.B.), authorize the submission of this degree program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for approval and certify that all applicable THECB criteria have been met.

Background Information:

The M.S.B. degree program will prepare graduate students with non-business undergraduate degrees and less than 18 months of work experience for careers that combine the knowledge and skills acquired from their undergraduate degree programs with core business knowledge and skills acquired during the M.S.B. program.

Students will complete 36 semester credit hours of general business coursework in one year. The goal will be to enroll 50 students each year. Student demand and employment projections for this degree are high.

The M.S.B. degree is a broad, general business degree with content taken from across the core business disciplines. The M.S.B. will differ from the traditional Master in Business Administration (M.B.A.) in two distinct ways: 1) M.B.A. students have five to seven years of work experience on average prior to beginning the program; and 2) most M.B.A. programs are not one-year long.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

A program fee of $15,000 per student per year (over normal graduate tuition and fees) will be submitted for approval to fund the program costs. A portion of the program fee will be used to hire a faculty member to serve as Academic Director. The academic director will teach in the program, serve as mentor for the M.S.B. students, and supervise all aspects of the program, including admissions. Other faculty in the program will be from existing Mays Business School faculty and will be paid overload compensation.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 5, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Approval of a New Master of Science in Business Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System approves the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University leading to a Master of Science in Business.

Respectfully submitted,

Michael K. Young President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs ATTACHMENT TO ITEM

Texas A&M University

Master of Science with a major in Business (CIP 52.0201.00)

Program Review Outline

BACKGROUND & PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Administrative Unit: Mays Graduate Programs, Mays Business School

The Master of Science in Business (M.S.B.) degree program will prepare graduate students with non-business undergraduate degrees and less than 18 months of work experience for careers that combine the knowledge and skills acquired from their undergraduate degree programs with core business knowledge and skills acquired during the M.S.B. program.

The degree will consist of 36 semester credit hours taken from across the core business disciplines. Students will matriculate in the summer and complete degree requirements the following May.

The proposed implementation date is summer 2016 (students will begin orientation and courses in July/August 2016).

Texas A&M University (Texas A&M) certifies that the proposed new degree program meets the criteria under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Section 5.45 in regards to need, quality, financial and faculty resources, standards and costs. New costs during the first five years will not exceed $2 million.

I. NEED

A. Employment Opportunities

Comparable master’s programs are offered at other universities in the U.S. These programs are collectively referred to as Master in Management (MiM) programs. Reported job-market outcomes for MiM graduates cite consulting and marketing as the two largest employment sectors for MiM graduates. M.S.B. students will compete in these same labor markets.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the annual job outlook for management consultants to grow at a rate of 19% from 2012-2022, faster than the average for all occupations.1 Demand for the services of these workers will grow as organizations continue to seek ways to improve efficiency and control costs.

1 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Management Analysts, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/management-analysts.htm (visited February 23, 2015).

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The BLS projects the annual job outlook for marketing analysts to grow 32% from 2012- 2022, nearly twice the average for all occupations.2 Employment growth in this sector will be driven by an increased use of big data in market research. This expansion will cover all industries that seek to: 1) understand the needs and wants of customers; and 2) measure the effectiveness of marketing and business strategies.

A broad array of companies hired MiM graduates in 2013. The websites of MiM programs at University of Florida, Duke University, University of Michigan, and Notre Dame listed the following companies as employers of MiM graduates: PepsiCo, Target, General Motors, American Airlines, Ernst and Young, Protiviti, Citibank, Deloitte Consulting, Accenture, IBM, General Electric, E&J Gallo Winery, and Aon. Most of these companies currently recruit undergraduate and graduate students from Texas A&M. Thus, the Texas A&M Career Center has established relationships with potential employers of graduates from the M.S.B. program.

B. Projected Enrollment

The M.S.B. program goal is to receive 150 applications, admit 75 applicants, and enroll 50 students for the first year and maintain a class size of 50 students each year. The program will be marketed to Texas A&M undergraduate students and the enrollment goal represents less than 2% of the population of Texas A&M juniors.

C. Existing State Programs

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board program inventory does not differentiate between programs similar to this proposed degree and the traditional Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A.). However, there are two major distinctions between the traditional M.B.A. program and the new M.S.B. program: 1) M.B.A. students have five to seven years of work experience on average prior to beginning the program; and 2) most M.B.A. programs are not one-year long. The only university in Texas to have a similar degree program appears to be at Southern Methodist University.

II. QUALITY & RESOURCES

A. Faculty

The M.S.B. degree is a broad, general business degree with content taken from across the core business disciplines. One section of each course will be taught per term. Therefore a number of core faculty will devote less than 50% of their time to the program.

All full-time graduate faculty currently employed in the Mays Business School will be eligible to teach in the M.S.B. program. Faculty will teach in the program on an out-of- load basis and the cost will be covered by a program fee.

2 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Market Research Analysts, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/market-research-analysts.htm (visited February 23, 2015).

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B. Program Administration

The Mays Graduate Programs in the Mays Business School will administer the program. A faculty member will be hired using a portion of the program fee to serve as the academic program director.

C. Other Personnel

One full-time staff member will be hired to provide administrative assistance to the academic director and to assist in program coordination.

D. Supplies, Materials

Supplies and materials will be acquired as needed. Costs for such supplies are included in the Costs and Funding Sources table below.

E. Library

The library resources currently available for Texas A&M and Mays Business School students will be sufficient to meet the needs for the students in this program.

F. Equipment, Facilities

All classes will be held in the master’s classrooms in the Cox Wing of the Wehner Building. Offices for the academic director and program coordinator will be located in a current M.B.A. workspace and office in Wehner 340F. The space will be reconfigured to accommodate office space as well as a lobby space for the students. New equipment will be purchased or available office equipment repurposed. The equipment in classrooms and in the West Campus Library will support the needs of the program. The Master’s Student Lounge and the Team Rooms on the second floor of Wehner will be a place for student teams to meet.

G. Accreditation

There are no plans to pursue accreditation beyond current accreditations.

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III. NEW 5-YEAR COSTS & FUNDING SOURCES

NEW FIVE-YEAR COSTS SOURCES OF FUNDING

Faculty $1,080,000 Formula Income $769,179 Program Administration $0 Statutory Tuition $370,000 Graduate Assistants $0 Reallocation $0 Supplies & Materials $175,000 Designated Tuition $1,042,882 Library & IT Resources $40,000 Other Funding:

Equipment, Facilities $0 Student Program Fees* $5,291,614 Clerical Support $256,000 Application Fees $59,375 Other (Administration) $135,000 Board Authorized Tuition $370,000 Estimated 5-Year Estimated 5-year $1,686,000 $7,903,050 Costs Revenues

*Pending Board of Regents approval

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Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Michael K. Young, President Texas A&M University

Subject: Approval of a New Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Proposed Board Action:

Approve the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University (Texas A&M) leading to a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering (B.S. ITDE), authorize the submission of this degree program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for approval and certify that all applicable THECB criteria have been met.

Background Information:

The B.S. ITDE degree program is intended to prepare students for careers in emerging, interdisciplinary engineering fields. The proposed degree is designed to meet the General Criteria of the Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET) and accreditation will be sought at the appropriate time.

The educational objectives of the B.S. ITDE degree will be to produce graduates who are prepared to create products, processes, or services that require application of knowledge from fields that are intersections of two or more accepted engineering and/or scientific fields, and advance engineering knowledge and/or practice in emerging interdisciplinary fields.

The curriculum will involve a mentored plan of study. Students will receive significant guidance and academic advice from the Director of Interdisciplinary Engineering Programs and Advising Committee. Concentrations and plans of study will define a coherent engineering subject that meets the student’s personal interests and goals. Examples may include areas such as material engineering, robotic vision, and energy engineering.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

The proposed B.S. ITDE will consist of currently existing courses. Students selected for the program will come from those completing the first year engineering curriculum thus additional instructional resources will not be required. Current faculty and staff will be assigned administration and advising for the program.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 15, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Approval of a New Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering Degree Program, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System approves the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University leading to a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering.

Respectfully submitted,

Michael K. Young President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs ATTACHMENT TO ITEM

Texas A&M University Bachelor of Science with a major in Interdisciplinary Engineering (CIP 14.0101.00)

Program Review Outline

BACKGROUND & PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Administrative Unit: Dwight Look College of Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering (B.S. ITDE) degree program will consist of 128 semester credit hours (SCH) and is intended to prepare students for careers in emerging, interdisciplinary engineering fields. The B.S. ITDE degree program is designed to meet the General Criteria of the Engineering Accreditation Commission for ABET and accreditation will be sought at the appropriate time. Guidance and academic advising will be provided through the Office of the Director of Interdisciplinary Engineering Programs.

The educational objectives of the B.S. ITDE degree will be to produce graduates who are prepared to accomplish all of the objectives listed below and who will, within two to five years after graduation, indeed accomplish at least two of the following objectives: • Create products, processes, or services that require application of knowledge from fields that are intersections of two or more accepted engineering and/or scientific fields; • Advance engineering knowledge and/or practice in emerging interdisciplinary fields; • Pursue lifelong learning activities, which may include licensure or advanced degrees; • Contribute time, talent, and ideas to improve communities and the profession.

Students entering the proposed B.S. ITDE degree program will develop a mentored degree plan of study tailored to their personal interests and goals. Guidance and academic advice will be provided by the Director of Interdisciplinary Engineering Programs and Advising Committee (Director). This process will help ensure the satisfaction of requirements for ABET accreditation. Concentrations and plans of study will be approved by the director. Each student will complete 66 SCH that satisfy the general education core curriculum and a set of required courses for engineering majors.

The remaining 62 SCH will be composed from two or more sequences of engineering courses that span sophomore to senior-level instruction. When combined, the set of engineering sequences shall define a coherent engineering subject. For example, sets could be robotics and computer-human interaction, which could prepare a student to work in the robotics field, or computational flow and parallel computing, which could prepare a student to work in the field of turbulent flow computation.

The proposed implementation date is fall 2016.

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I. NEED

A. Employment Opportunities

The B.S. ITDE degree program will prepare undergraduate students for careers that cross disciplinary boundaries in emerging fields. Emerging fields are those specializations that combine elements of more than one traditional discipline into a new specialization. Using the national projections developed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, it is found there is a demand for students with interdisciplinary engineering degrees. For example, in the interdisciplinary area of architectural engineering (which can be considered a combination of the conventional civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering disciplines), the projections for 2015 indicate a need for 3,680 new architectural engineers. The long-term job demand for architectural engineering in 2022 is 13,100 new architectural engineers.

Recently Texas A&M conducted an industry survey that included a brief description of the proposed B.S. ITDE program along with two questions, each with yes or no answers. The (Texas A&M) Career Center distributed the survey to 1,800 representatives from companies that usually hire engineering students. One question pertained to hiring, and for this question, 66% of the respondents indicated that their company would consider hiring students with a B.S. ITDE. A second question asked if students with a B.S. ITDE would add value to their company. Fifty-seven percent of the respondents indicated that such students would add value to their company workforce.

B. Projected Enrollment

The Dwight Look College of Engineering (Look College) currently admits entering freshmen into the general engineering program in which most students follow a common first-year engineering curriculum. Following completion of the first-year curriculum, students interested in the proposed B.S. ITDE degree program will apply using the same entry-to-a-major process for all existing engineering majors. The number of students admitted to the program following the first-year curriculum is projected to be 25 per year. The number of students admitted as entering freshmen into engineering will not change with this program.

C. Existing State Programs

A review of existing programs in Texas produced no programs like the proposed B.S. ITDE degree program. The University of Texas at Austin offers a dual degree option through the Cockrell School of Engineering and the Plan II Honors Program of the College of Liberal Arts. The University of Texas at El Paso was recently approved for the only undergraduate program using the same general engineering CIP code. The major is titled Engineering Leadership. It focuses on fields related to architectural and engineering management and construction management rather than providing the flexibility of the proposed program.

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II. QUALITY AND RESOURCES

A. Faculty

No new faculty positions will be required to establish the program. Course work will consist of courses used in other undergraduate degree programs. The Look College will assign the equivalent of two full-time equivalent faculty to the B.S. ITDE degree program as core faculty. Additionally, faculty from across the college, in the form of at least one tenured or tenure-track faculty from each department, will serve as support faculty. The core and support faculty will bring teaching experience that ranges from sophomore to senior-level courses. The core faculty will provide expertise in senior design.

B. Program Administration

The B.S. ITDE degree program will be managed by the director and a committee composed of a tenured or tenure-track faculty representative from each engineering department. The department representatives will be selected by the associated department head. The director and these faculty representatives will be commonly referred to as the Advising Committee.

C. Other Personnel

Clerical staffing support will be provided by the Look College. Department and college graduate teaching assistants will provide support for laboratory instruction. No additional personnel will be required.

D. Supplies, Materials

No additional supplies or materials will be required.

E. Library

No additional library resources will be required.

F. Equipment, Facilities

Each engineering department currently houses all the laboratory, computational and pedagogical resources to support the proposed program. The newly established 16,000 sq. ft. Engineering Innovation Center (EIC) in the Look College is well-equipped to support interdisciplinary interactions among undergraduate students at various stages of the program. The EIC resources include more than 7,000 sq. ft. of multiuser collaboration spaces available to students for extended hours including weekends. It also includes a 6,600 sq. ft. fabrication area with access to 3D printing, laser cutters, lathes and mills to support the development of multidisciplinary team project prototypes, and access to conference room for remote collaborations with industry. The EIC offers

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students access to informal programs such as Aggies Invent and Pop-Up Classes, which promote collaborations across majors, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

G. Accreditation

The B.S. ITDE program curriculum is designed to meet the General Criteria of the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. ABET requires that an institution seeking accreditation for a new engineering degree program apply for an accreditation visit in the first fall after students have graduated from the new degree program. All engineering programs in the Look College are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, so the Look College is very familiar with expectations for accredited engineering programs. The Look College will use its experience with the accreditation process in seeking accreditation for the B.S. ITDE degree program.

III. NEW 5-YEAR COSTS & FUNDING SOURCES

The proposed degree will use existing resources and the costs and funding shown below reflect reassignments and reallocations of these existing resources. Students will enroll in existing courses across disciplines rather than the standard engineering degree, thus no new funding will be realized in the way of tuition or formula funding. Costs are based on time allocated for current faculty and staff assigned administrative and advising responsibilities.

FIVE-YEAR COSTS SOURCES OF FUNDING

Faculty $0 Formula Income $0 Program Administration $760,000 Statutory Tuition $0 (Administrator and Staff) Graduate Assistants $150,000 Reallocation $910,000 Supplies & Materials $0 Designated Tuition $0 Library & IT Resources $0 Other Funding: $0 Equipment, Facilities $0 List other funding $0 Other $0 Estimated 5-Year Costs $ 910,000 Estimated 5-year Revenues $910,000

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AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Michael K. Young, President Texas A&M University

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University Entitled the “Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi- Endowment”

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize the president of Texas A&M University (Texas A&M) to establish a quasi-endowment invested with the System Endowment Fund entitled the “Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi- Endowment” to provide support to KAMU-FM.

Background Information:

M. Joan Griffiths named Texas A&M KAMU-FM as beneficiary of an IRA account. A total of $104,153.48 was received from this account in June, 2015.

It is recommended by Rodney Zent, Director of Educational Broadcast Services, that funds be used to establish a quasi-endowment in the amount of $104,153.48 to be invested with the System Endowment Fund. The earnings from the endowment will be used to support KAMU- FM.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

Income generated from this quasi-endowment will be used to support KAMU-FM. Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President July 9, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Authorization to establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University entitled the “Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi- Endowment”

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System authorizes the president of Texas A&M University to establish a quasi- endowment entitled the ‘Joan Griffiths KAMU-FM Quasi-Endowment.’ The account will be created with funds received by Texas A&M University KAMU- FM as a beneficiary of an IRA account established by M. Joan Griffiths. Endowment earnings from the quasi-endowment will be used to support KAMU-FM.”

Respectfully submitted,

Michael K. Young President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

______John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

______Maria L. Robinson Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer Texas A&M University-Commerce

C-11) *Naming of the East Greenhouse on the University Farm

C-12) *Naming of Road Located Within the Rodeo Facilities on the University Farm

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

C-13) Approval of a New Bachelor of Arts Degree Program with a Major in Graphic Design, and Authorization to Request Approval from the THECB

Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Flavius C. Killebrew, President/CEO Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Subject: Approval of a New Bachelor of Arts Degree Program with a Major in Graphic Design, and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Proposed Board Action:

Approve the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (A&M-Corpus Christi) leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, authorize the submission of this degree program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for approval and certify that all applicable THECB criteria have been met.

Background Information:

Graphic design is a creative and inspiring process that combines art and technology to create visual concepts to communicate ideas and information from client to audience. Rooted in traditional art and design, the Graphic Design curriculum will teach students the impact design can make in advertising, marketing, public relations and publishing through the exploration of diverse problem-solving methodologies, innovative investigations, and creative research in all forms of visual communication. Graphic Design has been a popular minor at A&M-Corpus Christi for a number of years.

According to the U. S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, graphic designers generally need a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field and a professional portfolio that demonstrates their best design work. Students will graduate from A&M-Corpus Christi with the portfolios and skills to be very competitive in the design workforce.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

The program will require the addition of two tenure-track faculty positions, one in the third year and one in the fifth year. Four new graduate assistant positions will also be added over the first five years to support lower level art courses.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-CORPUS CHRISTI Office of the President April 27, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Approval of a New Bachelor of Arts Degree Program with a Major in Graphic Design and Authorization to Request Approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System approves the establishment of a new degree program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design.

The Board also authorizes submission of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s new degree program request to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for approval and hereby certifies that all applicable criteria of the Coordinating Board have been met.”

Respectfully submitted,

Flavius C. Killebrew President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

ATTACHMENT TO ITEM Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Graphic Design (CIP 50.0409.00)

Program Review Outline

BACKGROUND & PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Administrative Unit: School of Arts, Media and Communication in the College of Liberal Arts, Department of Art.

Graphic design is a creative and inspiring process that combines art and technology to create visual concepts to communicate ideas and information from client to audience. Rooted in traditional art and design, the Graphic Design curriculum will teach students the impact design can make in advertising, marketing, public relations and publishing through the exploration of diverse problem-solving methodologies, innovative investigations, and creative research in all forms of visual communication. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Graphic Design at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (A&M-Corpus Christi) will receive an education grounded in inquiry, analysis, critical and creative thinking, teamwork, civic knowledge and engagement, personal and social responsibility, and problem solving.

The B.A. in Graphic Design will require 120 semester credit hours (SCH) which will consist of 54 SCH of required courses in art and graphic design and their application. A professional portfolio will be prepared as part of a capstone course. Students will interact with local, regional, national, and international industry professionals through participation in AIGA (the professional association for design), become involved in community-oriented design programs, and meet visiting lecturers. Through this exposure, students will build a network with the potential of gaining internships and/or full-time positions.

The proposed implementation date is fall 2015.

A&M-Corpus Christi certifies that the proposed new degree program meets the criteria under 19 Texas Administrative Code, Section 5.45 in regards to need, quality, financial and faculty resources, standards and costs. New costs during the first five years will not exceed $2 million.

I. NEED

A. Employment Opportunities

As of 2010, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) recorded the employment of 15,300 graphic designers within the state and estimates that there will be a 14% increase in employment by 2020. These employment numbers are the fourth largest in the United States, which saw 260,000 employed graphic designers in 2012. Both the TWC and the Bureau of Labor Statistics separate the role of graphic designer from other positions that students receiving a degree in graphic design may fill: advertising promotions and marketing managers, art directors, desktop publishers, drafters, industrial designers,

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multimedia artists, production artists, and web developers.1 Multiple sources note that the total number of design professionals in the United States is estimated to be closer to 370,000 of whom 81% have at least a bachelor's degree.

Graduates with a B.A. in Graphic Design will find employment as junior designers, designers, production artists/assistants, web designers, in-house designers, magazine designers, book designers, brand identity specialists, visual information specialists, multimedia designers and may work for the following types of companies: for- and not- for-profit organizations, academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, federal, state, and local government agencies, hospitality companies, marketing firms, advertising firms, design firms, museums and cultural institutions, and many other industries.

B. Projected Enrollment

Enrollment is expected to begin at 25 students and grow to about 138 students over the first five years.

C. Existing State Programs

There are similar programs at nine public universities in Texas: at Lamar University, Prairie View A&M University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas State University, The University of North Texas, The University of Texas at Austin, The University of Texas at El Paso, the University of Houston, and West Texas A&M University. The nearest program, in Houston, is over 200 miles away from Corpus Christi.

II. QUALITY & RESOURCES

A. Faculty

Two current tenure-track faculty will be assigned to teach predominantly in this area. Two additional tenure-track faculty members will be added, one in the third and one in the fifth year of the program. In addition, five other tenure-track faculty members and one professional track faculty member will teach occasional courses in the program. All faculty will have terminal degrees related to the program. Five-year faculty costs are estimated at $672,706 ($106,240 new, $566,466 reallocated).

B. Program Administration

The program will be administered under the Art Department and no new administrative costs are anticipated.

C. Other Personnel

One new graduate assistant will be added each year beginning in the second year to help with lower-division art courses that support the program.

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D. Supplies, Materials

No additional supplies or materials are anticipated.

E. Library

Current library resources are sufficient to provide initial support for the proposed program. Additional library resources would complement existing resources with an estimated annual expense of $3,500 per year.

F. Equipment, Facilities

Computer laboratories for Graphic Design were built and equipped two years ago. Ongoing software licensing costs are estimated at $7,000 per year and replacing laboratory computers in year three is estimated at $55,000 for a five-year cost of $90,000.

G. Accreditation

Future plans include seeking accreditation from The National Association of Schools of Art and Design. While not directly an accreditation of this program, the Graphic Design degree will serve as an important addition to the Art Department as it strives to meet requirements for this professional accreditation.

III. NEW 5-YEAR COSTS & FUNDING SOURCES

NEW FIVE-YEAR COSTS SOURCES OF FUNDING

Faculty Formula Income $ 444,625 New $106,240 Reassigned $566,466 Statutory and Designated Program Administration $ 0 $ 798,288 Tuition

Graduate Assistants $ 101,200 Reallocation $ 566,466 Supplies & Materials $ 0 Other Funding: $ 0 Library & IT Resources $ 16,500 Equipment, Facilities $ 90,000

Other (clerical staff) $ 0 Estimated 5-Year Costs $ 880,406 Estimated 5-year Revenues $ 1,809,379

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Texas A&M University-Kingsville

C-14) *Naming of Rooms at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Center at the Tio and Janell Kleberg Wildlife Research Park

C-15) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Athletics Hall of Fame”

C-16) Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Entitled the “Women’s Athletic Scholarship” Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Steven H. Tallant, President Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University- Kingsville Entitled the “Athletics Hall of Fame”

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize the president of Texas A&M University-Kingsville to establish a quasi-endowment entitled the “Athletics Hall of Fame.”

Background Information:

The purpose of this fund is to support athletic alumni stewardship events and general discretionary funds in support of Javelina Athletics. The source of funding is revenue generated from alumni and friends who attend and support the annual Hall of Fame weekend events, hosted by Javelina Athletics.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

All amount reflected will be fully funded from revenues generated through the university’s licensing program.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-KINGSVILLE Office of the President June 1, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University-Kingsville Entitled the “Athletics Hall of Fame”

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System authorizes the president of Texas A&M University-Kingsville to establish a quasi-endowment to be entitled the ‘Athletics Hall of Fame.’ The source of funding is revenue generated from alumni and friends who attend and support the annual Hall of Fame weekend events, hosted by Javelina Athletics.”

Respectfully submitted,

Steven H. Tallant President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

Maria L. Robinson Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer

Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Steven H. Tallant, President Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University- Kingsville Entitled the “Women’s Athletic Scholarship”

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize the president of Texas A&M University-Kingsville (Texas A&M-Kingsville) to establish a quasi-endowment entitled the “Women’s Athletic Scholarship.”

Background Information:

The purpose of this fund is to support undergraduate scholarships across any/all of Texas A&M- Kingsville NCAA women’s intercollegiate athletics programs. The initial source of funding is the Javelina Athletics “Women’s Gala,” and other interested individuals, corporations, foundations or special events making additional gifts in support of Women’s Athletic Scholarships at Texas A&M-Kingsville. Scholarship recipients will meet and maintain Texas A&M-Kingsville and NCAA requirements for acceptance, initial and continuing eligibility.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

All amounts reflected will be fully funded from revenues generated through the university’s licensing program.

Agenda Item No.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-KINGSVILLE Office of the President June 1, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Authorization to Establish a Quasi-Endowment at Texas A&M University-Kingsville Entitled the “Women’s Athletic Scholarship”

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System authorizes the president of Texas A&M University-Kingsville to establish a quasi-endowment to be entitled the ‘Women’s Athletic Scholarship.’ The initial source of funding is the Javelina Athletics “Women’s Gala,” and other interested individuals, corporations, foundations or special events making additional gifts in support of Women’s Athletic Scholarship at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.”

Respectfully submitted,

Steven H. Tallant President

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

Maria L. Robinson Chief Investment Officer and Treasurer

West Texas A&M University

C-17) Authorization to Award an Honorary Degree to Mr. Johnny Trotter

C-18) Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016

C-19) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Women’s Basketball Team

C-20) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Women’s Track & Field Team

C-21) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Equestrian Team

C-22) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Softball Team

C-23) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Baseball Team

C-24) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Men’s Track & Field Team

C-25) Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the Men’s Golf Team Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: J. Patrick O’Brien, President/CEO West Texas A&M University

Subject: Authorization to Award an Honorary Degree

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize the president of West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) to award an Honorary Doctor of Agricultural Business and Economics to Mr. Johnny Trotter.

Background Information:

In accordance with System Policy 11.07, Granting of Honorary Degrees, WTAMU submits this request to award an Honorary Doctor of Agricultural Business and Economics to Mr. Johnny Trotter. A summary of Mr. Trotter’s accomplishments is attached.

This nomination was received from an alumnus of WTAMU, Mr. Stan Sigman, and received support from the Department of Agricultural Sciences faculty who served on the ad hoc committee, as required in the WTAMU rule 11.07.99.WI, Granting of Honorary Degrees.

With Board authorization, this degree will be awarded in December 2015 at WTAMU’s commencement.

WTAMU wishes to award an honorary doctor of agricultural business and economics to Mr. Johnny Trotter to acknowledge his outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions to society by providing outstanding service in the field of agricultural business. Mr. Trotter was raised in the Texas Panhandle and has contributed to the Panhandle his entire life. He attended West Texas State and has been a leader in the agricultural industry, most notably his service as President and General Manager of Bar-G. In addition, Mr. Trotter partnered with a group of area leaders to create the Spicer Gripp Memorial Youth Foundation that sponsors an annual fundraising event to support scholarships for students at WTAMU.

A&M System Funding or other Financial Implications:

None. Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 27, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Authorization to Award an Honorary Degree

I recommend approval of the following minute order:

“The president of West Texas A&M University is authorized to award an Honorary Doctor of Agricultural Business and Economics to Mr. Johnny Trotter.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien, President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

______John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

______James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs ATTACHMENT TO ITEM Johnny Trotter

Career

 President of Livestock Investors LTD, d.b.a. Bar –G Feedyard – 125,000 head capacity, Hereford, Texas  President and CEO of XCL Feeders Inc. - 6,000 head capacity, Hereford, Texas  President of Bar –G Cattle Company, Hereford, Texas  President and owner of Bar –G Trucking Inc., Hereford, Texas  President of Texas Auto Investors Inc., d.b.a. Whiteface Ford, Hereford, Texas  Frontier Capital Group, LTD., Dimmitt, Texas  Trotter Farms Deaf Smith and Castro Counties  Stockholder & Director First United Bank, Lubbock, Texas  Stockholder & Director First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) Abilene, Texas  Deaf Smith Enterprises LP Hereford, Texas  Quality Distiller Grain Hereford, Texas  Panhandle Express Transportation LLC Hereford, Texas  Trotter-Lloyd Partnership Abilene, Texas  Trotter-Scarmardo Partnership Hearne, Texas  Trotter-Parker Partnership Jones County Mississippi  Trotter-Eastwood San Marcos, Texas

Boards served (past & present)

 1988-90 Director of Texas Cattle Feeders  1997-99 Director of Texas Cattle Feeders  1990-present Beef-PAC Trustee for Texas Cattle Feeders  1995 - present First Financial Bank Director, Hereford, Texas  1996 – present First United Bank Director, Dimmitt, Texas  2003 - present First Financial Bankshares (FFIN) Director, Abilene, Texas  Sears Methodist Retirement Center past Trustee, Amarillo, Texas  King’s Manor Methodist Retirement Home Director, Hereford, Texas  Ceta Canyon Methodist Retreat Camp past Trustee, Happy, Texas  American Quarter Horse Association Director and Executive Committee Member, Amarillo, Texas  First United Methodist Church, Hereford, Texas (numerous committees)  2005 – 2012 Agriculture Advisory Board for US Congressman Randy Neugebauer  2014 - present American Horse Council Trustee, Washington DC  2014 - Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller Transition Team

Associations

 American Quarter Horse Association – 2014 President, Texas Director, past Vice-Chair Studbook and Registrations Committee, Racing Committee  Texas Cattle Feeders – Marketing Committee & Beef Pac Trustee  National Cattlemen’s Beef Association – Marketing Committee  Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association  Syntex Animal Health Roundtable Member  Texas Bankers Association member  IFCA (International Feedlot Cowboy Association)  United States Team Roping Champions Association  World Series of Team Roping Association Page 1 of 2

 West Texas Rehabilitation Center District Representative  West Texas A&M University Alumni Association (Silver Phoenix level)  West Texas A&M University Foundation  Spicer Gripp Memorial Youth Foundation – Executive Committee Chairman

Community Involvement and Support:

 First United Methodist Church, Hereford, Texas  Nazarene Christian Academy, Hereford, Texas  Don & Sybil Harrington Cancer Center, Amarillo, Texas  St. Anthony’s School, Hereford, Texas  Hereford High School, Hereford, Texas  Hereford Cattlewomen, Hereford, Texas  Kings Manor United Methodist Retirement Center, Hereford, Texas  Make A Wish Foundation, Hereford and Amarillo, Texas  American Heart Association, Amarillo, Texas  Amarillo Area Foundation, Amarillo, Texas  Donated a new meeting room at Ceta Canyon Methodist Retreat in Honor of Rev. Clifford Trotter & In Memory of Dee Anne Trotter, Happy, Texas  Established 3 Presidential Scholarships at West Texas A&M University (Dee Anne Trotter Scholarships), Canyon, Texas  Established the Spicer Gripp Scholarship at West Texas A&M University, Canyon, Texas  Established the Bob Givins Scholarship at West Texas A&M University  Originated the Dee Anne Trotter Deaf Smith County 4-H Scholarship, Hereford, Texas  Helped with the Bellamy Brothers in flying “Beef to Bosnia” for the U.S. troops  Deaf Smith and Castro County Livestock Show Buyer  American Quarter Horse Association Foundation  West Texas Rehab Center – Abilene & San Angelo, Texas  Winners Circle Equine Therapy, Canyon, Texas

Honors & Awards

 1986 Young Cattlemen Leadership member from the State of Texas for National Cattleman Beef Association  1993-1994 Deaf Smith County Friend of 4-H award  1999 Nominated for the Golden Nail Award in Amarillo, Texas  Inducted to “Old Main Society” at West Texas A&M University, 2000  Hereford Lions Club & Deaf Smith County 2005 Citizen of the Year  Tri State Western Heritage Hall of Fame 2006  2014 President American Quarter Horse Association  2015 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame inductee

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Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: J. Patrick O’Brien, President/CEO West Texas A&M University

Subject: Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016, West Texas A&M University

Proposed Board Action:

Authorize faculty development leave for FY 2016 at West Texas A&M University (WTAMU).

Background Information:

System Policy 31.03, Leaves of Absence, and System Regulation 12.99.01, Faculty Development Leave, require that a recommendation for faculty development leave be submitted by the university president to the chancellor for recommendation to the Board of Regents for approval. At WTAMU, the application is submitted with support of the academic department, college dean, university development leave committee (elected by the general faculty), provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and president.

As shown in the exhibit, WTAMU requests approval for faculty development leave for three faculty members for FY 2016.

WTAMU is in compliance with the statutory requirement that no more than six percent of eligible faculty be on development leave at any time.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

No additional funding is required. Department faculty members are assuming the recommended faculty members’ teaching loads by adjusting course offerings the next academic year. Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 27, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Granting of Faculty Development Leave for FY 2016, West Texas A&M University

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, in accordance with System Policy 31.03, System Regulation 12.99.01 and Sections 51.101-108 of the Texas Education Code, authorizes faculty development leave to the faculty members as shown in Exhibit , Faculty Development Leave List FY 2016, West Texas A&M University.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

James R. Hallmark, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs ITEM

EXHIBIT FACULTY DEVELOPMENT LEAVE LIST FY 2016 WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

Years of West Texas A&M University Tenured, Name/ Tenure- Title/ Track Semester of Department Service Leave Location and Brief Description of Leave

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Roy Issa 11 Fall 2015 – Leave will be spent at the FH JOANNEUM University of Applied Sciences, Institute Associate Spring 2016 of Engineering, Graz, Austria, as recipient of a Fulbright Program award. Dr. Issa will Professor be teaching thermal science courses and also developing new thermal courses for the Mechanical Aviation and Production Technology program. Dr. Issa will conduct research at FH Engineering JOANNEUM University on the application of nanofluids (nanoparticles dispersed in a liquid medium) in the enhancement of the cooling efficiency in heat exchangers. Twenty students from FH JOANNEUM University will work with Dr. Issa on various design aspects. Cultural differences will impact how students value natural resources in Austria and utilize the benefit of material recycling. Dr. Issa plans to develop a faculty-led study abroad program in engineering for WTAMU students to research in a diverse environment. COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Melody Loya 14 Fall 2015 Leave will be spent in Costa Rica in a Spanish immersion program at the Institute for Associate Central American Development and Studies. Immersion in the Spanish language will Professor help with language proficiency when later applying for a Fulbright Scholar award in Social Work Latin America. Dr. Loya will travel to Nicaragua with students from the Institute to learn about its culture and social justice issues. Dr. Loya plans to conduct research about the concept of privilege and white racial attitudes. This experience would provide an opportunity for Dr. Loya to share her studies and research with WTAMU students to broaden their worldview and to promote social justice by helping students experience another culture with humility and respect. Page 1 of 2

SYBIL B. HARRINGTON COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND HUMANITIES Andrew Reynolds 6 Fall 2015 Leave will be spent in Mexico, primarily in the Yucatán Peninsula, to work on his Assistant Professor book manuscript, The Visual City: Technology, Art and Literature in Spanish Spanish America, 1880-1930. Living in the colonial city of Mérida will allow Dr. Reynolds to explore the ancient and modern cultures and to write about how state leaders, cultural producers and the public handled the transition into a new era in Latin America. Incorporating Mexican cultures and literatures into Dr. Reynolds’ classes will expose students to the rich heritage of Mexico. Also immersion in the Spanish language with a Mexican dialectic will improve communication with Mexican and Mexican- American students.

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Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 27, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Women’s Basketball Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Women’s Basketball Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Women’s Basketball Team won the Lone Star Conference (LSC) regular season title (15-1 record) and tournament championship for the 13th time in school history on March 7, 2015; and

WHEREAS, second year head coach Mark Kellogg was named the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Region 6 Coach of the Year and finalist for WBCA National Coach of the Year for the second-straight season, as well as CaptainU National Coach of the Year, while becoming the quickest coach in program history to 50 career wins (in 55 games) with a current record of 62-6; and

WHEREAS, senior Chontiquah White was named LSC Player of the Year and sophomore Sasha Watson was named LSC Defensive Player of the Year, and both were named first team all- conference; and junior Madison McLain earned honorable mention, as well as Sasha Watson being named South Central Region Tournament MVP; while Chontiquah White and senior Haylee Oliver were also named to the all-tournament team; and

WHEREAS, the 30-3 overall record was the sixth time since 1980-81 the Lady Buffs have won 30 or more games in a season, while marking the second time of back-to-back 30 win seasons in program history, while recording 21-straight wins during the season, marking the fifth-longest winning streak in program history; and

WHEREAS, the Lady Buffs finished ranked No. 6 nationally and helped West Texas A&M University improve to 23rd nationally in the NACDA Director’s Cup through the winter season; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M Women’s Basketball Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M Women’s Basketball Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 2, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Women’s Track & Field Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Women’s Track & Field Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Women’s Track & Field Team won its second-consecutive Lone Star Conference (LSC) Indoor Championship and finished a program-best 14th and 20th at the NCAA Indoor and Outdoor National Championships, respectively; and

WHEREAS, during the indoor season, Darren Flowers was named LSC Head Coach of the Year for the second-straight season, 17 total athletes qualified for the National Championships, 13 won LSC Championships, 12 were named LSC All-Conference, and 18 were tabbed United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Region (indoor and outdoor); and

WHEREAS, Bri Leeper earned the prestigious NCAA Elite 89 Award for the second-consecutive season during outdoor competition, seven total Lady Buffs were named to the LSC All-Academic Teams, along with Capital One Academic First-Team All-District honors going to Bri Leeper, Emma Love and Libby Strickland; and

WHEREAS, during the NCAA Indoor National Championship, Sharon Kwarula (60mH), Malika Ouedraogo (triple jump), and Libby Strickland (high jump and pentathlon) were named USTFCCCA First-Team All-America and Holly Cunigan (shot put) was named Second-Team All-America; and

WHEREAS, during the NCAA Outdoor Championship, Jasmine Pitts (4x1), Bri Leeper (4x1), Libby Strickland (4x1), Shanice Cameron (4x1), Holly Cunigan (shot put), Mireia Guarner (1500m), and Sharon Kwarula (400mH) were named USTFCCCA First-Team All-America while Kwarula (100mH) and Malika Ouedraogo (triple jump) also earned Second-Team All-America honors; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Women’s Track & Field Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M University Women’s Track & Field Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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Agenda Item No. June 2, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 2, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Equestrian Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Equestrian Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Equestrian Team won its ninth-consecutive Regional Championship and third- consecutive National Semi-Finals Championship in the Western discipline and finished third as a team in Western at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) National Championship; and

WHEREAS, Maggie Lanham earned an individual national championship in Team Advanced Horsemanship and Angela Bradley earned an individual national championship in Individual Advanced Horsemanship; and

WHEREAS, Cana Fitzgerald earned two individual reserve national championships in Beginner Walk/Trot and Individual Beginner Horsemanship; and

WHEREAS, the Lady Buffs qualified nine athletes to compete at the IHSA National Championship in 13 team or individual Western events and one in Hunt Seat competition; and

WHEREAS, the equestrian team also placed second in the Regional Championship in the Hunt Seat discipline, earning reserve high-point team honors; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Equestrian Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M University Equestrian Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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Agenda Item No. June 2, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 27, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Softball Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Softball Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Softball Team won the Lone Star Conference (LSC) regular season title (22-6) for the second straight season and hosted the LSC Tournament at Schaeffer Park in Canyon, Texas on May 1-2; and

WHEREAS, the 10th year head coach, Kevin Blaskowski, achieved his 700th career victory on March 31st, and Renee Erwin, Lacey Taylor, Stacey Ramirez and Allie Smith were named All-Americans for their efforts. Renee Erwin was honored as the Daktronics Ron Lenz National Player of the Year for the second straight season to become the only back-to-back winner in Division II history; and

WHEREAS, nine Lady Buffs were honored by the LSC with postseason honors including three Golden Glove selections while Renee Erwin was named the league’s Player of the Year and Allie Smith was tabbed the LSC Freshman of the Year; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Softball Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M University Softball Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.” Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 2, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Baseball Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Baseball Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Baseball Team won a share of its first Lone Star Conference (LSC) regular season championship in program history; and

WHEREAS, seventh-year head coach Matt Vanderburg was named LSC Co-Coach of the Year as he guided the Buffs to a school-record 23-12 record in conference play; and

WHEREAS, the Baseball Team earned its second-straight trip to the NCAA Tournament with a berth in the South Central Regional, earning its third victory in two years in the NCAA Tournament; and

WHEREAS, the 36-20 overall record was the second-best record in program history, the third- straight season of over 30 wins and the seventh overall since baseball was reinstated at West Texas A&M University in 1994; and

WHEREAS, the Buffs had ten athletes named to the All-LSC Team with Tyler Gibson, Paul Lujan, Trace Hansen, Josh Day and Ryan March earning first team all-conference honors, while Paul Lujan earned multiple All-America honors including National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association First Team All-America; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Baseball Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to The West Texas A&M University Baseball Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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Agenda Item No. June 2, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President June 2, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Men’s Track & Field Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Men’s Track & Field Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Men’s Track & Field Team finished a program-high 22nd at the NCAA Indoor Championship, a second-best 19th overall finish at the NCAA Outdoor Championship, second-place at both indoor and outdoor Lone Star Conference (LSC) Championships, and along with the men’s Cross Country Team, finished a school-best eighth overall in the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Program of the Year Rankings; and

WHEREAS, between indoor and outdoor competition, 17 total athletes qualified for the National Championships, 13 won LSC Championships, 13 were named LSC All-Conference, and 20 were tabbed USTFCCCA All-Region; and

WHEREAS, Baptiste Moreu was named LSC Academic Player of the Year for the third time in his career while six total Buffs were named to the LSC All-Academic Team, along with Capital One Academic First-Team All-District honors going to Baptiste Moreu and Zach Daniel; and

WHEREAS, during the NCAA Indoor National Championship, Lorenzo Johnson (60mH) and Baptiste Moreu (mile) were named USTFCCCA First-Team All-America and Kemarki Absalom (long jump), Tommy Curry (200m), and Arnau Erta (60mH) were named Second-Team All- America; and

WHEREAS, during the NCAA Outdoor Championship, Lorenzo Johnson (110mH), Arnau Erta (110mH), and Damien Bourguin (400mH) were named USTFCCCA First-Team All-America and Zach Weatherly (shot put) and Duke Kicinski (discus) were named Second-Team All-America; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Men’s Track & Field Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M University Men’s Track & Field Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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Agenda Item No. June 2, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Agenda Item No.

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Office of the President May 29, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution Honoring the West Texas A&M University Men’s Golf Team

I respectfully request the Board of Regents’ approval of the following resolution honoring the Men’s Golf Team for its accomplishments at West Texas A&M University.

“WHEREAS, the Men’s Golf Team qualified for its first NCAA National Championship round finishing 17th at the championships; and

WHEREAS, junior Ethan Peterson earned the prestigious honor of winning the NCAA Elite 89 Award for men’s golf with a 3.92 grade-point average (GPA) in finance as the student-athlete with the highest cumulative GPA at the men’s golf championship; and

WHEREAS, the Men’s Golf Team earned it first trip to the postseason in four years and just the second in the past 13 years; and

WHEREAS, West Texas A&M University advanced past the regional round for the first time in program history; and

WHEREAS, the Buffs had two players named to the Lone Star Conference All-Academic Team (Ethan Peterson and Logan Leggett), while Oscar Spolander, Ethan Peterson and Logan Leggett earned all-conference; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that we, the members of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, gratefully recognize the accomplishments of the West Texas A&M University Men’s Golf Team on its outstanding season; and, be it, further

RESOLVED, that this resolution be included in the minutes, and copies thereof be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, and be presented to the West Texas A&M University Men’s Golf Team and to the Archives of West Texas A&M University as an expression of appreciation and respect for this team.

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Agenda Item No. May 29, 2015

ADOPTED, this 3rd day of September 2015.”

Respectfully submitted,

J. Patrick O’Brien President/CEO

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

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Texas A&M Forest Service

C-26) Confirmation of Appointment and Commissioning of Peace Officer

Agenda Item No.

AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING

Submitted by: Tom G. Boggus, Director Texas A&M Forest Service

Subject: Confirmation of Appointment and Commissioning of Peace Officer

Proposed Board Action:

Confirm the appointment and commissioning of Texas A&M Forest Service (TFS) employee, Jeremy J. Wagner, as a peace officer.

Background Information:

Section 88.103, Texas Education Code, provides that the Director may appoint not to exceed twenty-five (25) employees of TFS to serve as peace officers in executing the law enforcement duties of that agency.

Mr. Wagner’s assignment will be as an additional duty peace officer in Humble, Texas. Mr. Wagner will be fulfilling a need for additional law enforcement in the Southcentral Texas region of the state. His appointment will enhance TFS’ ability to further address major arson fire problems and timber theft as well as the increased demand for determining basic fire causes through the region, enforcing misdemeanor fire violations after the determination of cause and origin of all TFS responded fires.

Mr. Wagner has completed all the requirements for certification and licensing set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.

The TFS Law Enforcement Department will have a total number of commissioned peace officers of twenty-one (21) with the latest appointment of Mr. Wagner.

The remaining four (4) positions will be filled over a period of the next several years as full-time equivalents become available or additional duty officers are increased.

A&M System Funding or Other Financial Implications:

Mr. Wagner will be entitled to hazardous duty pay as a result of this appointment at the rate of $10 per month for each year of service as an employee of the state in a position that requires the performance of hazardous duty, up to and including 30 years of service.

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TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE Office of the Director July 1, 2015

Members, Board of Regents The Texas A&M University System

Subject: Confirmation of Appointment and Commissioning of Peace Officer

I recommend adoption of the following minute order:

“In accordance with System Policy 34.06, Appointment, Commissioning and Authority of Peace Officers, the Board of Regents confirms the director of Texas A&M Forest Service’s appointment and commissioning of Mr. Jeremy J. Wagner as a peace officer for the system, subject to taking the oath required of peace officers.”

Respectfully submitted,

Tom G. Boggus Director

Approval Recommended: Approved for Legal Sufficiency:

______John Sharp Ray Bonilla Chancellor General Counsel

Billy Hamilton Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer

______Mark A. Hussey Vice Chancellor and Dean Agriculture and Life Sciences The Texas A&M University System/Board of Regents