March 24, 2016
Dr. Toni Murdock Mr. Matthew Kilcoyne R.H. Perry & Associates 2607 31st Street, NW Washington, DC 20008
Dear Dr. Murdock and Mr. Kilcoyne:
I very much appreciated hearing of my nomination for the Presidency of the University of Louisiana System. As a result, I am pleased to submit this confidential letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, and five references for your consideration. This leadership opportunity is a remarkable match to my personal values and goals with a professional career path that promotes the success of transformational universities that are highly student-centered and community-engaged: a clear and defining mission of the University of Louisiana System. The opportunity to address the major issues in higher education from a System perspective is both challenging and inviting, as well.
Additionally, the remarkable timing of this position opening allows me to consider returning to Louisiana where I began my academic career at the University of Louisiana- Monroe School of Pharmacy and enjoyed successful professional growth over a fifteen year period progressing from the faculty to Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies and Research. This period enabled my significant participation and contributions to the growth of ULM and to the University of Louisiana System developing an intimate understanding of Louisiana.
I believe that my nearly 35 year career can provide the Preferred Qualifications as a strategic thinker and person of vision identified for the next UL System President:
Have successful experience as a college/university president or senior administrator (multiple campus experience is an added plus); Possess expertise in strategic planning, finance, and board relations:
I have had the privilege to serve at five universities including Ball State University (2014-2016), the University of Maine (2011-2014), Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (2006-2011), the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (1999-2006) and the University of Louisiana, Monroe (1981-84; 1988-1999) advancing from the Professoriate to the Presidency. These universities represent a diverse range of comprehensive, land grant and urban cultures that have provided a personal set of experiences, values, and skills uniquely preparing me for leadership and impact. These universities have ranged in size from 12,000 to 29,000 students; full-time instructional faculty up to 950; up to 220 campus degree programs; individual University budgets of nearly $450M and in University Systems with budgets up to $830M.
These institutions have provided deep academic experience in managing undergraduate, graduate (master’s/doctoral), and professional programs (including architecture, business, education, law, engineering, agriculture, and health sciences such as veterinary medicine, medicine, nursing, public health, dental medicine, pharmacy, and allied health sciences) as well as administrative experience in managing diverse teams through strategic human resources. This experience has resulted in significant contributions to community workforce preparation, economic development, and quality of life.
My administrative career has been defined by enabling each institution to more quickly realize its academic vision through focused strategic planning and enhanced resources development. At each university, I have modeled a creative and entrepreneurial spirit that has fundamentally enhanced the quality and impact of each institution. This entrepreneurial spirit, no doubt grounded in my six years of corporate experience, complements my practical commitment to sound fiscal management essential during these times of economic uncertainty.
As President of Ball State University, I was at the forefront of leading a refreshed university vision and planning process (The Centennial Commitment 18 by ’18) in preparation for the University’s Centennial in 2018. Key focus areas included programs defined as Student-Centered, Community-Engaged, and best practices guiding all planning and operations consistent with a model 21st Century Public Research University. Key success metrics included:
overall increases in student enrollment (2.6%) to 21,196 students; student success in retention and graduation rates with four year rates showing the highest rate of increase for all Indiana public universities (12% over five years to 44.7%); balanced annual budget with new 2015 Moody’s and Standard and poor’s Bond Ratings maintained at Aa3 due to “the University’s strong, integrated management approach”; new community economic development partnerships with the city, county, and state; and consistently providing high quality student life experiences that were inclusive and diverse.
As President of the University of Maine, I led a transformational strategic planning process known as the Blue Sky Project promoting student success and community engagement. The Blue Sky Project succeeded quickly as an inclusive, creative, and integrated approach to planning and implementation. The University enjoyed unprecedented success in:
2 student recruitment (22% increase in new freshmen in two years) and retention (a 5% increase to 81% first to second year retention in just two years); renewal of the physical plant ($85M invested in FY 2013); continued success in research and development with average annual research expenditures of $100M from FY 2011-13 (ranking in the Top 100 public American Research Universities by the Center for Measuring University Performance); supporting University Cooperative Extension through a successful legislative bond initiative; increased advancement success demonstrated by the highest total endowment to date ($232M) and greatest number of new first time donors in 2013 (2,000 giving $2.7M); The University of Maine continues to be highly ranked as a Tier 1 university of choice by U.S. News and World Report, Forbes Magazine, Princeton Review, and Fiske Guide.
As Provost at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, I led five academic imperatives related to (1) academic quality and assessment, (2) student success through improved retention, (3) faculty development and diversity, (4) enrollment management, and (5) educational outreach. Such efforts contributed to:
unprecedented numbers of new and more diverse student applications at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; extramural grant funding increasing by 32% to $30M; annual ranking as a top, “up and coming” Midwest Institution in its category by U.S. News & World Report; and citation of the Senior Assignment Capstone Experience as a national best practice by the American Association of Colleges and Universities.
In my roles as Senior Vice Provost and Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies at UNLV, I contributed to UNLV achieving our vision of becoming a nationally recognized, premier urban research university. This was possible, in part, by developing an effective, team-oriented, and agile divisional organization that strategically leveraged diverse sources of funding with strategic faculty and graduate student recruitment leading to:
increasing annual extramural funding by the faculty from $59M to $95M in three years; increasing the number and quality of graduate programs from 74 to 108 (including 34 doctoral programs) over 7 years; external validation of institutional success by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the National Science Foundation, and Academic Analytics indicating that UNLV became one of the fastest growing institutions in America for research and scholarly productivity; the Center for Measuring University Performance 2008 Annual Report published by Arizona State University indicating that UNLV was the fifth fastest growing
3 institution in receipt of total research dollars among the Top 156 public American Research Universities from 1997-2006.
Understand the role of a system president in facilitating and assisting the campus presidents in achieving the mission and goals of their institutions; Understand and support performance model funding:
As a senior administrator of member institutions in university systems in Louisiana, Nevada, Illinois, Maine and Indiana, I have routinely worked closely with System Officers and Governing Boards (Regents, Trustees, and Commissioners) as well as through regional organizations including the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, and the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools to aggressively address higher education challenges and seek cost-effective solutions and, in turn, successfully promote and advocate for the local and statewide agenda for higher education. As a member of the University of Maine System Presidents Council, Southern Illinois University Academic Affairs Group, the Nevada System of Higher Education Research Affairs Council, and several Louisiana Board of Regents Advisory Committees, I regularly worked with higher education and State leadership to further institutional and state-wide commitments to student access and success. These activities have included developing ongoing partnerships with local and regional community colleges to improve articulation. Also, working with the University of Maine System and the Indiana Commission of Higher Education, I assisted in developing and implementing performance funding strategies and metrics to promote institutional success in student retention and graduation as well as development of high impact academic programs.
Be an effective communicator for higher education to influence legislators and constituents in support of the System and mission; Have experience in communicating and working with state legislators:
I have worked with respective legislative delegations to coordinate federal and state appropriations requests to support campus growth and development. We achieved increased Indiana State appropriations (3%) related to successful performance funding and affirming Ball State as Indiana’s “Entrepreneurial University” as well as managing $204 M in ongoing campus construction projects including a recently approved $62.5M new Health Professions Building. Working with Maine’s federal delegation, we obtained significant federal support of competitive research and outreach programs of nearly $90M over three years.
Working with Illinois State leadership and the SIUE Administrative Team, $82M in capital funding for the new Science Building Complex was obtained to support rapid growth in sciences and health sciences education and research on the SIUE campus. I participated on the SIUE Administrative Team that laid the groundwork for the $14.2 M Engineering Building Addition and the $16M Art & Design Building Addition and Renovation. These initiatives were part of a series of highly impacting capital projects
4 since 2004 of nearly $ 300M for renovation and construction transforming the SIUE academic enterprise.
At UNLV we obtained approximately $100M in federal appropriations from 2003-2006 to support campus academic, research, and outreach initiatives as a result of close coordination between the Division of Research and Graduate Studies and the Nevada Congressional Delegation.
Be willing to engage in major fundraising efforts and a substantial commitment to community and business relations; interact with community and state organizations, boards, and activities; and actively participate in professional education organizations:
In this fiscal climate it has been imperative to exercise the entrepreneurial approach to build a portfolio of diverse resources supporting the academic enterprise. This is especially applicable to building partnerships with the corporate sector. In Indiana, Maine, Illinois, and Nevada, I have promoted and served on respective University Research Foundation and Innovation Boards of Directors to attract significant corporate and governmental partners. I have also been extensively involved in fundraising activities at each University to identify, foster, and maintain donor relationships in support of university growth through individual or corporate discussions including formal Comprehensive Campaigns of $50M, $150M, and $500M. I have personally cultivated a number of Endowed Chairs, Endowed Professorships and major seed funding for research and academic centers/institutes totaling nearly $10M.
With a continued commitment as a public advocate for each of the institutions and their role in improving the quality of life for the state’s citizens, I have consistently served the community including as a member on several hospital Boards of Directors and several state task forces such as the Governor’s Task Force on Environmental Health in Louisiana, and the Governor’s Commission on Medical Education, Research, and Training in Nevada.
My career has also been punctuated by leadership on a national scale demonstrated in: being an engaged member of the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU); commitment to strategic planning and campus transformation including cost- effective improvements in campus infrastructure; strategic promotion of research and economic development through public:private partnerships most recently demonstrated by Ball State’s leadership with the Indiana Lt. Governor’s statewide Launch Indiana Entrepreneurship Initiative and UMaine’s major innovative technology in off-shore wind/renewable energy; scholarship on university leadership and change, promoting Honors education, promoting undergraduate health sciences education, and science-based chemical risk assessments protecting public health;
5 recent leadership among approximately 600 university presidents in campus and community sustainability as the former Vice Chair/Chair-Elect of the Climate Leadership Network (formerly the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment) Executive Committee
Exhibit a collaborative management style and seek input before decision-making; Know how to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships:
This record of administrative success is related to my core value that meaningful leadership is servant leadership, a style and philosophy that focuses primarily on the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong. Through this process of empowerment both the individual and the organization thrive. Whether characterized by successful administrative progression, innovative management and programing, scholarly productivity, teaching and research awards, or national recognition, my career has been committed to a pursuit of excellence both individually and collectively with student, faculty, staff, and community colleagues. I know of no other proven way to serve and lead.
In closing, it is important to note that I have voluntarily chosen to take a short sabbatical from the Ball State Presidency and to officially resign in April, 2016. My decision to step away from my current position is primarily based upon a sincere desire to fully focus on seeking a new position consistent with a leadership opportunity such as defined with the University of Louisiana System.
Thank you for your time in review of my credentials and qualifications. I look forward to the possibility of future conversations.
With best personal regards, Paul W. Ferguson (by email) Paul W. Ferguson, Ph.D., DABT
6 CURRICULUM VITAE OF PAUL WESLEY FERGUSON, Ph.D., DABT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTACT INFORMATION 2
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION 2
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Responsibilities/Noteworthy Accomplishments)
Academic Positions President, Ball State University 3 President, University of Maine 8 Provost, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 13 Vice President for Research, University of Nevada, Las Vegas 17 Vice Provost and Graduate Dean, University of Louisiana, Monroe 21 Research Specialist, USC/Los Angeles County Medical Center 23 Corporate Positions Senior Staff Toxicologist, Unocal Corporation 24 Research Biologist, Pennwalt Corporation 24
TEACHING EXPERIENCE AND COURSE DEVELOPMENT 24 THESIS/DISSERTATION SUPERVISION
SCHOLARSHIP AND PUBLICATIONS 27
FUND RAISING: FUNDING FROM PHILANTHROPY, GRANTS AND CONTRACTS Philanthropy/Development 36 Academic Program Development 38 Toxicology and Biomedical Research 38
MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 39
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE National, Regional, and State Committees 39 Community Development Committees 41 Service Related to Toxicology 42
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION, HONORS, AND AWARDS Administrative Recognition 43 Teaching and Research Awards 43 Scholarship Awards 44
INVITED PRESENTATIONS University Seminars 44 State and Regional Meetings and Conferences 45 National Meetings and Conferences 47
CONTINUING EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Higher Education Administration 48 Scientific Courses and Symposia 50
PERSONAL INFORMATION 51 2
CURRICULUM VITAE OF PAUL WESLEY FERGUSON, Ph.D., DABT
EDUCATION
1976 - 1981 University of California, Davis Ph.D., Pharmacology and Toxicology
Degree Program: Offered through the Pharmacology and Toxicology Graduate Group integrating curricula and laboratory research rotations in the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
Teaching Assistant, Department of Environmental Toxicology (1978, 1980): Introduction to Toxicology (ET 10). Elective, survey course for undergraduates taught with Dr. Robert Krieger. Class size approximated 500 students and provided experience in large class lecture, small group discussions, and laboratory project design.
Dissertation: Carbofuran Disposition in the Rat (Rattus norvegicus) After Oral, Intravenous and Inhalation Exposures. Research Advisors: Dr. Robert I. Krieger (Chair), Dr. Otto G. Raabe, Dr. James N. Seiber
Scientific Language Competency: Russian
1970 - 1974 Whittier College, Whittier, California B.A., Biology Major; History Minor (With Highest Honors)
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
1985 – 2020 Diplomate, American Board of Toxicology (DABT) [Recertification Achieved Every Five Years Since1985] 3 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Academic Positions
2014- 2016 President Ball State University
Ball State University, located in Muncie, Indiana, is a comprehensive public research university categorized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a research university, high research activity (RU/H). The University has distinguished itself with a distinctive approach to teaching and learning. Approximately 150 baccalaureate, 77 master’s, and 15 doctoral degree programs are offered through the Colleges of Applied Sciences and Technology; Architecture and Planning; Communication, Information, and Media; Fine Arts; Sciences and Humanities; the Miller College of Business, Teachers College, Honors College, and The Graduate School. A new College of Health has recently been approved. Founded in 1918, the University has a current enrollment of approximately 21,000 students, 3,800 employees including 950 faculty members. The University Budget is approximately $450 M and manages total Foundation assets of $ 230 M.
Served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Institution with responsibility to:
Directly and efficiently manage the University through supervision of the President’s Cabinet including the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President for Business Affairs, Vice President for Student Affairs, Vice President for Advancement, Vice President for Information Technology, Vice President and General Counsel, Vice President for Information Technology, Vice President for Enrollment Services, Vice President for Strategic Communications, and the Director of Athletics.
Lead the Faculty and Administrators toward collaborative enhancement of the University’s academic achievements and strong reputation consistent with the Ball State University strategic plan, The Centennial Commitment (18 by ’18).
Work effectively with Ball State University Board of Trustees and the campus community; the business and non-profit communities; regional and state political leaders as well as the Washington delegation to bring resources to the institution in achieving its mission.
Collaborate with the Ball State University Foundation and the Alumni Association in friend- and fund-raising in support of the University vision and mission.
Continue to strengthen academic quality and the perception of educational quality and value of the University to the people of Indiana and the Nation. Support the University’s agenda in the sciences and technology as well as scholarship in the humanities and social sciences and creative expression. Nurture the culture of campus sustainability.
Accelerate the development of Ball State’s research and economic development capabilities as a lead institution for advancing the social, cultural, economic, intellectual, and creative vitality of Indiana.
Assert innovative leadership in building enrollment quality and contributing to measurable student achievement and success.
Play an active and vibrant role in the life of the University promoting a sense of community and engagement. 4
Noteworthy Accomplishments
Advanced Ball State University Strategic Directions
Based upon extensive discussions and assessment, a new and refreshed strategic plan, The Centennial Commitment (18 by ’18) was developed and presented to the Ball State community in the first State of the University Address on 2/5/15. This plan is a refreshed, consolidated, and improved approach from the recent Advancing Indiana plan. To date, The Centennial Commitment has been rapidly accepted and embraced by all in the Ball State community and has been integrated into departmental planning for the next year.
Key focus areas of Student-Centered, Community-Engaged, and best practices consistent with a 21st Century Public Research University are guiding all planning and operations at Ball State University. Key new stimulus initiatives from the strategic plan to be privately funded from the Foundation include The Academic Excellence Grants ($4.2M) and The Ball Centennial Student Fellowships ($3.6M)
The Cabinet and the Strategic Planning Leadership Team have facilitated a smooth implementation of The Centennial Commitment. [http://centennialcommitment.bsu.edu/]. This inclusive process resulted in a demonstrable positive improvement in campus morale, enhanced collaboration, reduced silos, and commitment to the future
Successfully Addressed Ball State University Key Performance Areas
o Leadership Development. Within the first year, The Cabinet-level leadership team has been stabilized with excellent personnel; the new Strategic Plan has been fully development and implemented; Significant personnel decisions have been evaluated and personnel changed in a timely manner with dignity; Substantive and impactful changes in organizational management have successfully been accomplished.
o Enrollment Management. Despite changes in leadership, a remarkable new organization has evolved with greater leadership, morale, collegiality, and new personnel equipped to develop a long range, strategic enrollment management plan. Fall 2015 total student enrollment increased by 2.6% over 2014 up to 21,196 and included increased new student enrollment (6.3%), graduate enrollment (8.3%), undergraduate transfers (6.6%), and total online enrollment (14.9%). The number of new freshmen decreased by 3.2% since 2014.
o Balanced Budget/Finances. In FY 2015, Ball State University closed the books in the black with a surplus of $6.1 million in the general fund. The University budgeted $345.2M in general fund revenues and expenses. Actual revenues outpaced expenditures by $0.8 million. 2015 Bond Ratings by Moody’s and Standard and Poor’s were maintained at Aa3 praising “the university’s strong, integrated management approach.”
The current Financial Ratio for the University, which is calculated by dividing current assets by current liabilities, increased slightly from 4.08 in 2014 to 4.11 in 2015. This ratio measures the University’s ability to meet short term obligations 5 with short term assets. One of the most basic determinants of clear financial health is the availability of expendable net position to cover debt.
The Viability Ratio measures the University’s ability to fund these long-term obligations. At June 30, 2015, the University’s Viability Ratio was 1.36. A ratio above 1 indicates that the University is able to respond to adverse conditions as well as attract capital from external resources and fund new objectives. These two financial ratios confirm that the University is in a very strong financial position as it enters FY 2016. The Unrestricted Net Assets of the University, primarily operating cash and reserve funds set aside for strategic purposes, increased by $1.8 million in fiscal year 2015, discounting the state pension liability. This net increase in assets allowed the University to bolster some self- insurance reserves and set aside additional funds for future capital investments. These unrestricted net assets allow the University both a substantial financial cushion for short term losses in revenue and a solid basis for strategic investments in University priorities.
o Student Success. Excellent progress has been achieved in student retention efforts. The four year graduation rate was reported at 44.7% this year up from 32.6% in 2009. The four year rate is the highest five year change (12%) reported by ICHE for all Indiana public state universities. The overall first to second year rate was 81.5%. Retention rates for most at-risk groups have increased as well.
Successfully Generated New Revenues for Ball State University
Significant efforts and attention were directed towards assessing sources of revenue during this first year of transition as well as review of areas in need of improvement for future revenue growth. Successful development of the Biennial Budget resulted in: o 3% increase in appropriations due to improved performance funding in graduation rates, high impact degree production, overall degree production, and service to at-risk students. o Line item funding for “The Entrepreneurial University” and the Indiana Academy. o New $1M line for Entrepreneurial Partnerships with Launch Fishers and the Office of the Lt. Governor. o $62.5 M for a new Health Sciences and Professions Building (our #1 Priority). o Completion of the Cardinal Commitment Athletics Fundraising Campaign surpassed the goal at $20.6M with an annual giving report of $12M. o The Office of Sponsored Programs has reported new external funding received in FY 15 for grants and contracts at $12.1 M with a current portfolio of active grants totaling $45M. o The Ball State University Foundation investment earnings to date reflect a 4.25% return increasing the total portfolio to $201,141,109: an increase this past year of $8,277,233.
Successfully Managed Ball State University Resources
During this first year, significant focus has been directed to assessing and improving business processes to ensure cost-effective operations as well as optimizing task to talent within the Ball State community.
6 As part of the extensive review of business practices, several university divisions have undertaken at the President’s directive a reorganization/assessment of structure and operations to improve management and cost-effectiveness.
The following units have completed a 6-month reorganization with vastly improved structures and best practices management: o The Office of General Counsel consolidating all university attorneys. o The Advancement Enterprise integrating the Alumni Association, Office of Development and The Foundation, all within the BSU Foundation. o Division of Governmental Relations and Community Engagement o Division of Enrollment Services and Division of Strategic Communications o Office of Sponsored Programs Administration integrating pre- and post- awards management. o Office of Internal Audit and Auditing Services with new direct report to the Office of the President.
University Facilities Improvements and Construction
FY 2015 was a busy construction year at Ball State. The University completed, was approved to begin, or had under construction $203.8 million in construction projects. Those projects include:
o A new Health Professions Building - $62.5 million (Approved) o Geothermal Project Construction - $24.7 million (In progress) o Botsford / Swinford Residence Hall renovation - $40.1 million (Completed) o Schmidt / Wilson Residence Hall renovation -$35.7 million (In progress) o Renovation of the Applied Technology Building - $12.9 million (In progress) o As part of the Cardinal Commitment: Developing Champions Athletics Campaign: . The Ronald and Joan Venderly Football Team Complex -$3.7 million (In progress) . Improvements to the Baseball and Softball fields -$5 million (In progess) . Worthen Arena New Floor $0.3 million (Completed) . Scheumann Football Stadium Turf and Stadium Improvements - $0.7 million (Completed) . Briner Sports Complex Improvements - $0.3 million (Completed) . Charles W. Brown Planetarium - $5.4 million (Completed) . Emens Auditorium Lobby Renovation and Expansion - $5 million (Approved) . Various and miscellaneous projects - $7.5 million (In progress)
Enhanced the Quality of Ball State University Student Life
Significant success has been achieved with the partnership between the President and the Division of Student Life.
o The strong commitment to a safe and secure living, learning, and working environment is clear and demonstrated by the highly effective programming and participation rate of our students.
o Student Affairs programming continues to be worthy of a national model by providing high quality student development opportunities. Providing 2,523 student programs with a total student attendance of 210,967 clearly indicates a commitment to the quality of our 7 student development programs. Also, the impressive growth and maturity of Greek Life over the past nine years, guided by the Greek Life Strategic Plan, is evident by the 7% growth in membership currently at 2,178, improved All Greek GPA from 2.8 to 3.12, increased community service hours by 342%to 31,815, and the increase in philanthropy dollars raised by 308% to $171,123. Of singular notice is the BSU Dance Marathon that truly represented a student-driven and student centered approach to community engagement that provided $502,000 to Riley Children’s Hospital this year alone. o One of the most remarkable and signature aspects of the impact of Student Affairs is the quality of the Housing and Residence Life programming. The high return rate (40%) of our upperclassmen to campus residency, the high value of the 13 Living/Learning Communities for 2,258 residents of diverse disciplines certainly contributes to the higher GPA, credit hours, and retention rates. o The strong commitment to our student’s multicultural competencies has been traditionally evident in Student Affairs. The mature and timely responses this past year evident in the Beneficence Dialogue Program coupled to the Campus Climate Survey that have guided our campus to mutually beneficial conversations. o Career Preparation and advising through the stellar work of the Career Center add a special identity to our vision of being a model of student-centeredness. The ability to touch 2,535 students with career coaching as well as 3,400 students participating in the KEY Careers during Summer Orientation is a remarkable task. o The Division of Student Life has made substantive and tenacious approach to fully addressing the issues of sexual misconduct through innovative and contemporary approaches. The Step In. Speak Up Campaign, with significant participation by the President, is an example of a Ball State approach using technology, peer and mentor counseling, educational programs, as well as solid student affairs programming expertise to effectively address a significant issue of our time on college campuses. This caring and professional approach is also clearly seen through Student Affairs’ management of alcohol and other drug issues, crisis management and student behavioral issues. o Strong academic and athletic performance were demonstrated by our student-athletes this year with full engagement by the President hosting student teams and attending numerous athletic events. Major successes include: The cumulative grade point average for student-athletes after the 2015 spring term was 3.329; Sixteen of nineteen teams had a grade point average over 3.0;105 student-athletes made Academic All- Conference; In the NCAA Academic Progress Report (APR), all 19 teams had a multi- year score of 954 or higher and six teams had a score above 990, with Women’s Golf leading with a perfect score of 1000.
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2011- 2014 President Professor, Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences The University of Maine
The University of Maine, located in Orono, is the flagship campus of the University of Maine System and stands as Maine’s only Land and Sea Grant Institution. The University of Maine offers 88 bachelor’s, 64 master’s and 30 doctoral degree programs through the Colleges of Education and Human Development; Engineering; Honors; Liberal Arts and Sciences; Natural Sciences, Forestry and Agriculture, The Maine Business School, and The Graduate School. Founded in 1865, the University has a current enrollment of approximately 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. University Budget: $356 M. Strongly committed to serving the citizens of Maine through Cooperative Extension as well as innovation, research and economic development programs, the University of Maine has recently achieved approximately $100 M in annual research expenditures and manages a total endowment of $268 M.
Serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Institution with responsibility to:
Accelerate the development of Maine’s research university as the lead institution for advancing the social, cultural, economic, intellectual, and creative vitality of the State.
Strengthen academic quality and the perception of educational quality and value of the University to the people of Maine and the Nation. Support the University’s research agenda in the sciences and technology as well as scholarship in the humanities and social sciences and creative expression. Nurture the culture of sustainability across the campus. Play an active role in the life of the University Community.
Assert innovative leadership in building enrollment and contributing to measurable student achievement and success.
Directly manage the University through supervision of the President’s Cabinet including the established Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Senior Vice President for Administration and Finance, Vice President for Research, Vice President for Student Affairs, Vice President for Development and Alumni Affairs, Senior Advisor to the President and newly created or added to the Cabinet Vice President for Innovation and Economic Development, Vice President for Enrollment Management, Vice President for Human Resources and Administration, and the Director of Athletics.
Work effectively with The Board of Visitors and the campus community; the business and non-profit communities; regional and state political leaders as well as the Washington delegation to bring resources to the institution in achieving its mission.
Collaborate with the University of Maine Foundation and the Alumni Association in friend- and fund-raising, including building the annual giving program and a future comprehensive campaign. 9
Partner with the University of Maine System Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, his staff, and fellow System Presidents to advance higher education in Maine providing leadership for the “public agenda” to serve the needs of the people of the State.
Noteworthy Accomplishments
Maintained and Enhanced Financial Sustainability. Strategies were developed and implemented in the midst of national and state fiscal limitations and uncertainty that:
(1) Maintained university budget management momentum achieved by ending the 2012, 2013 fiscal years with a budget surplus. (2) Maintained development/advancement momentum by successfully completing Campaign Maine in 2011 ($157 M). (3) Developed and implemented new, ongoing university-wide initiatives to ensure efficiency and cost savings while continuing to provide outstanding service and academic excellence. (4) Worked closely as a vital partner with the University of Maine System to assist in achieving significant success in System fiscal management striving to meet established metrics of the annual University of Maine Measures of Progress and aspirational enrollment goals.
o Sound Fiscal Management. Maintained sound financial management of the UMaine $356M budget operation achieving balanced FY 2012, FY 2013 budgets each with year-end surplus. All year-end financial ratios were positive.
o Aggressive Enrollment Management. Recruited and hired a new UMaine Vice President for Enrollment Management reporting to the Provost with a charge to develop an aggressive enrollment management plan by Fall 2012 to (1) build an effective enrollment management organization and strategy to optimize tuition stream revenue through strategic student recruitment and retention of a diverse student population (including in-state, out-of-state, and international students), (2) improve financial aid planning, and (3) to analyze tuition pricing to determine the most efficient balance between the generation of operating revenue, student affordability, and market competition. 2011-2013 enrollments reversed the trend of declining enrollments resulting in the highest number of entering Freshman in UMaine history for Fall 2013(22% increase in new first year students since 2011).
o Cost Savings. The Division of Administration and Finance worked diligently to manage and optimize the use and economics of the physical plant to reduce costs. Reviewed energy contracts to successfully negotiate an electrical T&D rate discount resulting in savings of $250,000; optimized natural gas consumption in lieu of residual oil; procured natural gas commodity rates favorable to the budget; and low electric rates are now locked in through calendar year 2013.
o Planning. Restructured the Office of Facilities and Management back within the Division of Administration and Finance to more closely monitor construction costs, ensure compliance, initiate and formalize space planning with a goal to reduce operating costs, formalize a 20-year housing master plan to enhance the 10 student residential experience and establish funding priorities and strategies for capital renewal consistent with the new Blue Sky Strategic Plan.
o Technology Infrastructure. The Five Year IT Strategic Plan was completed and the resulting document and strategies have had input and buy-in from the entire campus community. Additionally, UMaine joined the GigU Consortium, a group of 37 research universities nationwide to foster faster broadband connections and partnered with GWI becoming one of the first gigabit community networks in the country. o Philanthropy and Capital Projects. An effective strategy for stewardship and cultivation of traditional and new donor relationships with the President was developed with the UMaine Foundation, Office of Development and the Alumni Association. The $157 M Capital Campaign was officially closed and donors thanked through personal letters and a Capital Campaign Celebration. The President’s Advisory Council was formed to improve communication, strategic thinking, and partnership among all of the fundraising partners (Alumni Association,UMaine Foundation, 4-H Foundation, Pulp and Paper Foundation) with the University. A total of $ 46.5M was raised since completion of Campaign Maine. During the six years prior to Campaign Maine, an average of just $14M was raised annually. The FY 13 Annual Fund reported a 6% increase in total donations ($1.5M) as well as a record 2,000 new donors giving $2.7M. As of 6/30/13, combined endowments held for the benefit of UMaine were at an all time high of $232M. New and traditional donor partnerships were particularly evident in recent capital projects currently underway (approximately $85M) on the UMaine campus to enhance teaching, research, and outreach activities: o Offshore Wind Laboratory addition to the Advanced Structures and Composites Center, $25.4M, 37,000 sq. ft.-the first of its kind in the country. Completed in 2012. o Stewart New Media/Art Complex, $9.5M, completed in 2013. o Memorial Gym and Fieldhouse Renovation, $15.0M, to be completed in 2014. o Emera Astronomy Center, $5.2M, to be completed in 2014. o Forest Bioproducts Research Institute Technology Research Center-Old Town, $2.1M, completed in 2012. o Paul Mitchell Batting Pavilion, $454,000, completed in 2012. o Alfond Way Athletics Venue, $370,000, completed in 2012. o Nutting Hall-School of Forestry Energy Improvements, $3.8M, completed in 2012. o The Thomas Hosmer Fund for Maintenance and Repair, $7.9M, now is available as an endowment for regular funding.
Priority Initiatives were developed to re-invest in and support the comprehensive flagship, research university targeting urgent academic and research quality initiatives in both undergraduate and graduate education.
o Presidential Stimulus. Through the 2012 Presidential Requests for Visions of Excellence (PRE-VUE) Program, the campus submitted 45 proposals for competitive review and funding for which 6 were selected at a funding level of 11 approximately $1.2M for a period of three years. Priority projects, funded by budget reallocation, include: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising Center. The Center for Undergraduate Research. Pre-Tenure Faculty Research and Creative Activity Fellowship Program. University of Maine Humanities Center: Humanities for the 21st Century. Cooperative Extension: Increasing University of Maine Recruitment, Enrollment and Retention through Black Bear 4-H Science. Increasing UMaine Web Standards to Strengthen the UMaine Brand. o Research Infrastructure Support. In collaboration with the Provost and Deans, University Research Council and consistent with the Strategic Plan for Implementation for Enhancement of Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity a number of research infrastructure pilot initiatives were launched: $533,385 of indirect cost dollars were reassigned for purchase of prioritized research equipment and other priority research infrastructure needs. Identified and invested resources strategically in priority initiatives supporting world class centers of excellence including the Advanced Structures and Composites Center (operations support to build and launch an offshore wind turbine-the first of its kind in the United States), the Climate Change Institute (pilot indirect cost return policy change fostering new research faculty hires to explore polar impacts), and the Forest Bioproducts Research Institute Pilot Plant for production of nanofibrils. Seed funding for the Franco-American Centre, established to study and preserve the Franco-American culture in Maine. o Student Success and Academic Quality. In 2013 improved 1st to 2nd year overall student retention rate from 76% to 81% compared with a national peer rate of 72%. The College of Engineering demonstrated a 1st to 2nd year retention rate of 88%. Hired a new Director of Academic Assessment, new Honors College Dean, and new Director of the Center for Undergraduate Research. Fostered a new campus conversation about the role of signature, core, emerging and evolving academic programs as part of an assessment of the academic inventory. Established four new Blue Sky Scholarships ($500 each) through the Undergraduate Student Government to pursue personal and professional development; Established the Presidential Research Impact Award ($2,000) to be presented annually at the Graduate Student GradExpo for the graduate student and mentor who best exemplify the combined teaching, research, and service mission of the University of Maine, and established two Blue Sky Graduate Fellowships ($25,000 each) to foster doctoral degree completion and recognize excellence in graduate student performance and service. o New Community Engagement Initiatives. Strengthened emerging academic, research, and athletics initiatives including: 12 Fostering new partnership between the Library of Congress and the UMaine Folklife Center. Received $3 million from the Blackstone Charitable Foundation to apply Innovation Engineering strategies to economic development in Maine. Fostered new partnership with the Margaret Chase Smith Foundation to manage the Margaret Chase Smith Library and Museum. UMaine’s new 40,000 sq.ft.Technology Research Center in Old Town will help to commercialize fuel, chemical, and advanced material technologies for forest bioproducts.
Created and fostered new Athletics Engagement Initiative to enhance, support, and integrate the UMaine Division I Athletics Program with campus and state communities. Since 2011 UMaine experienced unprecedented overall success in fan attendance and national rankings in football, ice hockey and baseball. Partnership in 2013 with the newly constructed, $65M Cross Insurance Center Arena in Bangor, ME, became the new home of UMaine Black Bear Women’s and Men’s Basketball.
Significantly Transformed the UMaine Community by Building a Broader Foundation for Communication and Planning. Re-connected with constituencies to support open and collaborative planning, built trust and confidence in a new administration as a foundation for effective strategic planning, and addressed priority university needs and issues in a timely, fiscally sound, and symbolic manner to affirm deep administrative commitment to the UMaine tradition of excellence as a comprehensive research university.
o New and Innovative Strategic Plan. Designed and led the Blue Sky Project, the University of Maine’s strategic planning process culminating in the final document: The Blue Sky Project: Reaffirming Public Higher Education at Maine’s Flagship University. Review and analysis of the Blue Sky Ideas contributed to the ultimate development of the Five Major Pathways to a New UMaine which have guided the University in achieving a new vision, focus, and management strategy. The Pathways include: (1) Revitalizing Maine through research, innovation and economic development partnerships with UMaine; (2) Establishing Financial Sustainability in Theory and Practice, (3) Promoting a Culture of Excellence through Faculty and Staff Development and Enhanced Communication;(4) Transforming the Undergraduate and Graduate Student Experience; and (5) Restoring the Dream: Stewardship of Place.
The Blue Sky Plan was approved by the University of Maine System Board of Trustees in July 2012. Strategic Initiatives and implementation plans were fully addressed by the Implementation Phase in Year 2 and are now fully institutionalized in the Integration/Sustainability Phase of Year 3.
o Enhanced External and Internal Community Engagement. Improved and maintained regular interactions between diverse constituencies and the UMaine administration including the Faculty Senate, Student Leaders, Professional and Classified Staff, Department of Athletics, Alumni and UMaine Foundation, UMaine Board of Visitors, University of Maine System Senior Staff and Board of Trustees, Local, State, and Federal legislative delegations, and national higher education associations (e.g. APLU, NEBHE). 13
o Redesigned UMaine Marketing and Communications. Restructured and imbedded the Office of Marketing and Communications within the Office of the President under supervision of the Senior Advisor to the President. Improved management of the 19-member Office, increased marketing expertise with broader national impact, and instituted branding awareness and compliance throughout the UMaine community. Also established a new marketing campaign articulating the values and excellence of UMaine to broader constituencies. Enhanced success with enrollment management, fund-raising, external relations, and internal morale reflect the impact of this campaign.
2006 – 2011 Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Professor of Pharmacology/Toxicology and Biology Adjunct Professor, Environmental Sciences Program Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville (SIUE)
Chief Academic Officer at the Edwardsville campus of Southern Illinois University (located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region). SIUE enrolls 14,133 total students (2,700 graduate and professional students), employs 860 faculty and 1,438 staff offering approximately 100 degree programs (baccalaureate through doctorate) in the College of Arts and Sciences, Schools of Business, Education, Engineering, Graduate Studies, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Dental Medicine. University operating budget: $295 M. The SIU System operates with a $660 M budget, serves 35,000 students, and offers a total of 124 baccalaureate, 113 masters, and 37 doctoral degrees.
Member, Chancellor’s Council coordinated university planning and management initiatives. Served as the campus chief executive in the Chancellor’s absence. Member, the SIU Academic Affairs Group. Participated in regular meetings of the SIU Board of Trustees to ensure review, implementation and evaluation of academic programs are in accord with policies of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Responsible for academic planning, budget, and personnel management of the Division of Academic Affairs:
The Office of Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs consisting of the Senior Staff (Associate Provost for Academic Planning and Program Development, Associate Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School, Assistant Provost for Academic Innovation and Effectiveness, Assistant Provost for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion, Assistant to the Provost for Human Resources, Assistant to the Provost for Policy and Communication, Director of Business Affairs).
The Academic Deans of the College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Business, Education, Engineering, Graduate School, Library and Information Services, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Dental Medicine (on a separate campus in Alton, Illinois).
The Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology/Chief Information Officer who directs University Information Technology Services (ITS Administration, Network and Systems Infrastructure, University Information Systems, and Client Support Services).
The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management including the Offices of Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, and the Career Development Center. 14
The Office of Institutional Research and Studies.
East St. Louis Educational Center, an educational urban outreach/diversity initiative to underserved families in East St. Louis consisting of the SIUE Charter High School, federally funded Head Start/TRIO Programs serving 300 staff, 4,000 students.
Member, Development Advisory Group of the SIUE Capital Campaign designed to enhance donor development/private giving to SIUE through the SIUE Foundation. Facilitate activities of the academic deans with the SIUE Foundation donor teams.
Noteworthy Accomplishments:
National Recognition for Academic Excellence: o 2009-2010. U.S. News and World Report identified SIUE as one of only 68 institutions nationwide as “up and coming institutions to watch for academic innovation.” o 2010. Washington Monthly Magazine ranked SIUE in the top 15 public comprehensive master’s institutions nationwide for contribution to the public good (social mobility, research, and service). o 2009-2010. Ranked in the top third of all institutions nationwide by the National Science Foundation in grants funding/expenditures ($29.3.M). o 2006-2010. Association of American Colleges and Universities listed the SIUE Senior Assignment capstone experience as a national best practice.
Five Academic Affairs Imperatives were developed to serve as strategic guidelines to promote academic excellence: Academic Quality/Effective Assessment, Student Success, Faculty Development, Enrollment Management, and Educational Outreach.
Reorganization, Revitalization, and Team Building within Academic Affairs. As Provost, reviewed and optimized diverse strengths and areas of experience in the Division through reorganization along relevant, responsive, and discrete areas of responsibility. Major changes included: o Revised the position of Associate Provost for Academic Planning and Program Development with additional responsibilities for student success/advising and educational outreach. o Restructured the office of Graduate Dean to Associate Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School to promote faculty scholarship and external funding. Extramural funding increased 30% in FY 10 ($28M total) over FY 06. o Created the new position of Assistant to the Provost for Policy and Communication to promote consistent University policies and practices and enhanced emphasis on academic integrity by students. o Created the new position of Assistant Provost for Academic Innovation and Effectiveness to assume a greater role in Higher Learning Commission Accreditation/AQIP (Academic Quality Improvement Program) and improved Academic Program Review, University-wide Assessment, the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Program, and Senior Assignment. Formed a new University-wide Quality Council to work with the Assistant Provost ensuring consensus-based actions directed towards continuous quality improvement. o Redefined the position of Assistant Provost for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion to promote faculty professional development opportunities within a just and inclusive campus environment. Formed a new University-wide Diversity 15 Council to work with this Assistant Provost ensuring consensus-based actions. o Restructured University Information Technology Services with a new organizational structure reporting to the Provost through a new Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology/Chief Information Officer to provide innovative, high quality and efficient services.
Major Academic Affairs Initiatives in Support of the University Strategic Plan. o Reaffirmation of University Reaccreditation in 2008 by the Higher Learning Commission through the Academic Quality Improvement Plan (AQIP). o General Education Program (The Lincoln Plan) revised for 2010 Implementation. o New Freshman Seminar promoting retention developed for Fall 2007 class.
o Reaffirmed National Program Accreditations in Business (AACSB), Social Work (NASW), Education (NCATE), Theatre/Dance (NAST), Music (NASM), Nursing (CCNE, CRNA), Engineering and Computer Science (ABET) and achieved first time accreditation for the new School of Pharmacy (ACPE). o New doctoral programs including the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), and cooperative Ph.D. in Engineering with SIUC. o Initiated new B.S. SIUE Nursing Program Cohort beginning in Fall 2010 on the Carbondale Campus catalyzed by a $500,000 federal HRSA appropriation. o Implemented the new Center for Integrated Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education to promote STEM education, research and outreach. o Working with the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Administration, System President, and State Legislative Delegation obtained approximately $220 M in funding for capital improvements supporting the academic enterprise, most recently including the new $80M Science Center.
Increased Student Success. Building upon the great success of vibrant freshman enrollments, a foundation for a more intensive focus on student retention at both the undergraduate and graduate levels has been developed to include strong partnerships between the Divisions of Academic and Student Affairs o Developed concept and built new Student Success Center to become an optimum integration of student support services o Transferred the Office of Academic Advising, Instructional Services and SOAR (programs for underrepresented students at risk) from the College of Arts and Sciences to the Provost’s Office restructuring into a more integrated unit. o Developed a University-wide academic advising plan as a cornerstone to improving retention with development of a professional advisor cadre. o Facilitated with the Graduate Dean new strategies to improve lagging graduate program enrollments particularly in Education and Business as well as initiatives to increase graduate student stipends to a more regionally competitive level. o From 2006-2010 improved six-year graduation rates by 5.4% and second year persistence rates by 3.6%.
Revitalized the Offices of Enrollment Management and Educational Outreach to improve student recruitment and financial aid programs. o Annual new student applications (Freshman, Transfer, and Graduate Students) increased from 10,384 to 15,567 between 2006 and 2010 (50% increase). o Fall 2010 Freshman class enrollment was largest in university history (2,030). o Fall 2010 Total Student Enrollment (14,133) was largest in university history. o Applications from underrepresented groups increased from 1615 to 4,333 between 2006 and 2010 (168% increase). Admissions from these groups 16 increased from 748 to 1966 (163%). o Annual Student Financial Aid processed increased from $ 58M to $ 92.8M from 2005 to 2009 (60% increase) including new need-based programs. o Increased Summer Enrollment by 5.2% from 2007-09; ratio of Summer:Fall enrollment reached 46%, the highest of all Illinois universities.
Faculty Development Initiatives in Support of the SIUE Vision for National Recognition as a Premier Metropolitan University. A number of programs were developed, evaluated and/or revised in collaboration with the Faculty Senate to improve faculty success including: o Formation of the SIUE Teacher/Scholar Model Working Group to lead campus discussion/develop consensus on faculty expectations/performance.
o Developed the Transforming Teaching and Learning Initiative to provide diverse faculty development opportunities to meet the challenges of the 21st Century learner. o Revision of the Faculty Grievance Policy. o Reviewed and implemented a new Faculty Salary Equity Plan. o Revised the Deans Evaluation Policies. o Improved Provost Office policies and practice enhancing faculty support in the areas of academic integrity, tenure/promotion, ombuds services, and immigration processing of non-U.S. citizen faculty hires.
Community Economic Development Initiatives within the SIUE University Park: o Improvements in operations and management of the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (the only facility of its kind in the nation) and secured $9-10 M in state/ federal appropriations from 2006-2010. o Completed development of new academic and research laboratories ($4 M investment) in the Biotechnology Laboratory Incubator Building dedicated to Biology, Chemistry, Geographical Information Systems, and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Drug Design and Discovery).
Strategic approaches for community partnerships between the academic units and the SIUE East St. Louis Education Center to enhance diversity and promote community engagement with a significantly underserved population. o Facilitated a transformation of the SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School curriculum and learning outcomes through new partnership with the SIUE School of Education and Office of the Provost. o Improved management and operation of TRIO and Head Start Programs serving East St. Louis and Southern Illinois to ensure compliance-based standards.
Improved Strategic Planning with Budget Development for Academic Affairs. Examples of transformative initiatives include: o Designed and implemented a novel Nursing Program/Course Fee to ensure reliable revenue stream ($450,000/yr) to support high enrollment growth in nursing (currently at 200 students). o Implemented a budget model balancing tuition rates with expenditures for creating the new School of Pharmacy at full staffing of 50 faculty for 320 students with limited State funding. o Led proactive, timely and consensus-based budget reduction strategies for the Division of Academic Affairs with significantly reduced state funding from FY 09- 11. Managed approximately 7-8% budget reduction while maintaining focus on 17 academic quality, limiting staff growth, avoiding faculty furloughs, and promoting revenue from enrollment growth and external funding.
2003-2006 Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies Professor of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Chief Campus Research Officer at campus with 29,000 students (6,000 graduate students), 2400 faculty and staff (850 faculty) offering approximately 220 degree programs(baccalaureate through the doctorate) in the Colleges of Liberal Arts, Fine Arts, Business, Education, Engineering, Urban Affairs, Sciences, Law, and Health Sciences (Schools of Dental Medicine, Allied Health Sciences, Nursing, Public Health). Annual operating budget: $318 M.
As founding Vice President, responsible for initial division organization, executive team and program building, and strategic planning for defining campus research vision.
Responsible for approximately 100 administrators, professional and classified staff in the Division of Research and Graduate Studies: o Office of Research and Graduate Studies o Associate Vice President for Research and Economic Development (Office of Technology Transfer) o Associate Vice President for Research and Community Outreach (Public Lands Institute) o Associate Vice President for Research Services (Sponsored Programs, Protection of Research Subjects, Animal Care and Use Program, Faculty Grants Programs) o National Supercomputer Center for Energy and the Environment o Harry Reid Center for Environmental Studies, Barrick Museum of Natural History, UNLV Arboretum. o Council of University Centers, Institutes, Museums and Laboratories o Biotechnology and Research Complex at the Shadow Lane Biomedical Sciences Campus (School of Dental Medicine) o The Graduate College o UNLV Research Foundation.
Member of the President’s Cabinet. Served as Acting Provost in the absence of the Executive Vice President and Provost.
Represented UNLV on the Research Affairs Council for the Nevada System of Higher Education coordinating major research, scholarship, and economic development programs in Nevada’s colleges and universities. Statewide programs included EPSCoR (NSF, NASA, DOD, and DOE) and BRIN/INBRE (NIH). Also, represented UNLV on the 18 Council on Research Policy and Graduate Education (CRPGE) of the National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC).
Coordinated federal appropriations requests in support of UNLV research and economic development programs with the Nevada Congressional Delegation.
Supervised work of the Dean of the Graduate College in development and management of 108 graduate programs (including 34 doctoral [Ph.D., Ed.D., D.M.A., J.D. and D.M.D.] degree programs), $10 million Graduate Assistantship Program, and graduate student professional development programs.
Creator and Executive Editor, UNLV Fusion, The inaugural UNLV Research Magazine
Noteworthy Accomplishments:
Restructured and organized a robust research organization to meet the strategic vision and demands of UNLV as an engaged research university. Leadership and management activities have focused on personnel, budget, program development, graduate studies, research administration, infrastructure, resource development, and economic diversification initiatives (with the Nevada Development Authority) in the Southern Nevada region (2003-2006).
Increased total graduate degree programs from 75 (with 18 doctoral programs) to 108 (with 32 doctoral programs and 2 professional degrees: JD, DMD).
Increased graduate student funding both in number and quality. The number of Graduate Assistantships increased from 515 to 1018 (98% increase). Actual stipends increased in value with new provisions for student health insurance. Novel funding programs, such as the President’s Graduate Research Fellowships, were developed from private funding through cooperation with the UNLV Foundation and provided increased stipends to outstanding doctoral students.
Increased total University extramural sponsored program funding from $59 M to $95 M (61%); total research funding increased from $31M to $69 M (123%) during 2003- 2006. Major federal funding sources included the Departments of Energy, Defense, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, Education, NSF, and NIH.
o The Center for Measuring University Performance 2008 Annual Report indicated that UNLV was the fifth fastest growing institution in receipt of total research dollars among the top 156 American Research Universities from 1997-2006.
Coordinated receipt of approximately $100 M in federal appropriations with the Nevada Congressional Delegation supporting UNLV research and economic development programs in southern Nevada (2003-2006).
Promoted and supervised development of the UNLV Research Foundation, a 501(c) 3 organization formed to support research and economic development initiatives for UNLV in the areas of alternative energy sources, hydrogen fuel, materials sciences,and public health sciences; development of the 113 acre UNLV Harry Reid Science and Technology Park; and a variety of research/business development initiatives on the Shadow Lane Biomedical Sciences Campus. Annual budget grew to 19 approximately $20 M (2003-2006).
Led campus-wide initiative to identify twelve major Macrothemes defining primary research and academic interdisciplinary clusters of the University. Subsequent identification of five priority Macrothemes that catalyzed development of a new $100 M Institute for Science, Engineering and Technology facility expressly dedicated to research and economic development.
2001-2003 Senior Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate College Professor of Toxicology University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Second-ranking administrator in Academic Affairs coordinating strategic planning, implementation, assessment, and integration of academic, research and creative activities (approximately 86 million dollars annual budget for instruction, academic support and research). Served as Acting Provost in the Provost’s absence.
Chair of the University Cabinet Implementation Oversight Committee, a sub-Cabinet task group consisting of divisional associate vice presidents and designed to ensure strategic implementation of major initiatives and directions set by the President’s Cabinet.
Provost’s liaison with the Council of Deans, Department Chairs, and Division Directors in areas of academic and research policy, programs and procedures
Coordinated Faculty Development Programs to promote excellence in academic, research and creative activities including supervision of the University Teaching and Learning Center (six professional staff).
Supervised the Division of Educational Outreach that includes the university’s continuing education programs, community outreach activities and the Summer Session (30 staff)
Noteworthy Accomplishments Led campus-wide review and reorganization of biomedical and health sciences programs forming the Division of Health Sciences to include Schools of Dental Medicine, Nursing, Health and Human Sciences and developing School of Public Health. In 2003, led the programming for the School of Public Health in Nevada, given that rapid population growth threatened the capacity of the state's public health agencies to cope with new and emerging public health issues. Approved by the Board of Regents in 2004, SPH brought together programs housed in other colleges — environmental and occupational health, health promotion, and health care administration — as well as several research centers — the American Indian Research and Education Center, the Center for Health Disparities Research, and the Nevada Institute for Children's Research and Policy. 20 Reorganization of continuing education and community outreach activities into a new Division of Educational Outreach
Facilitated self-study and accreditation activities, including the national search for founding dean, during start-up of the new UNLV School of Dental Medicine
1999-2003 Dean of the Graduate College Professor of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Chief Academic Officer for Graduate Programs with approximately 5,000 graduate students (total university student population of 25,000). Academic programs included 64 master’s programs (MA, MBA, MArch, MEd, MFA, MHA, MM, MPA, MS, MSN, MS-Ed, MSN, MST, MSW), 2 specialist programs (Ed.S.) and 24 doctoral programs (Ph.D., Ed.D., D.M.A.).
Responsible for support and development of financial resources and awards for graduate students, graduate faculty, and the Graduate College with a budget of approximately eight million dollars.
Responsible for strategic planning, development and implementation of policies and procedures of the Graduate College in association with members of the Graduate Council, Graduate Student Association, and Provost’s Academic Council. Working with the Graduate College Committees (Executive, Faculty and Student Issues, New Program Evaluation, Program Review, Curriculum, and Graduate Student Funding) approved new graduate-level courses and degree requirements, Graduate Faculty membership, reviewed academic quality of graduate education and promoted sufficient graduate student funding through assistantships and fellowships.
Supervised the twelve-member UNLV Graduate College Staff responsible for Graduate College Admissions and Records, Student Services (Recruitment, including participation with Academic Advancement in a McNair Scholars Program, Orientation, Professional Development, Thesis and Dissertation Review) and the Graduate Assistantship Program.
Member of University Councils and Committees including the President’s Research and Development Task Group, Provost’s Academic Council, Council of Deans, Faculty Senate Priority and Program Review Committee, Enrollment Management Task Force.
Committee Chair of national searches for Asst. Vice President for Enrollment Management/Dean of Admissions (2000-01), School of Dentistry Dean (2001-02), Teaching and Learning Center Director (2001-02), College of Sciences Dean (2002).
Professor of Toxicology and Member of the Graduate Faculty in the Colleges of Sciences, Urban Affairs and Education. Participate in graduate programs in Biology (M.S., Ph.D.), Environmental Science (M.S., Ph.D.), Chemistry (M.S.) and Health Promotion (M.Ed.) through research, lecture presentations, thesis and dissertation committee service.
Noteworthy Accomplishments: 21 Facilitated nine new graduate degree programs (Special Education Ph.D., Executive Ed.D. Educational Leadership, Learning and Technology Ph.D., Teacher Education Ph.D., Higher Education Administration Ph.D., Biochemistry M.S., Executive MBA, Dual MBA/M.S. Hotel Admin., Professional M.A. Criminal Justice).
Initiated Graduate Certificate Programs and Graduate Student Professional Development Program in College Teaching
Improved University process for regular academic assessment of graduate programs
Implemented new hardware and software technology for Graduate College Office Staff to improve admissions/ records processing as well as improved electronic services
1996 -1999 Vice Provost 1993 -1999 Dean for Graduate Studies and Research Professor of Toxicology, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences The University of Louisiana at Monroe (formerly Northeast Louisiana University)
Chief Academic/Research Officer for approximately 30 graduate programs and responsible for policies and procedures governing M.S., M.M., M.Ed., M.A., M.B.A., Ed.S., S.S.P., Ed.D., and Ph.D. programs in the Colleges of Business Administration, Pure and Applied Sciences, Liberal Arts, Education and Human Development and Pharmacy and Health Sciences consisting of approximately 1,000 students out of the total university student population of 12,000.Overall University budget of approximately $100 M.
Member of the Presidential Cabinet as the third ranking University officer. Participated in the administration of the University through additional service on the Presidential Administrative Council, Academic Affairs Executive Council, Graduate Council (ex officio) and Research Council (ex officio)
Chief Research Officer responsible for policies and procedures involving University research and projects including development, review and approval of submitted proposals to sponsoring agencies. Participated in statewide and national committees to promote and coordinate Louisiana research initiatives.
Responsible for promoting professional development of faculty and students including working with College Deans to develop faculty seminars on tenure and promotion enhancing faculty scholarship, coordinated Faculty appointments to University Committees, and served as liaison with the Teaching and Learning Resource Center.
Served as Chair of the Health Sciences Administrative Council (HSAC) consisting of campus pharmacy, allied health sciences, and nursing administrators to coordinate strategic planning and budgeting in the health sciences.
Responsible for initiatives relating to academic advancement, served as liaison to the Office of Public Affairs to promote the academic agenda of the University. 22 Coordinated academic publications: Executive Editor of Res Scholaris, Graduate and Undergraduate Catalogs, Faculty Handbook and Graduate Student Handbooks.
Provided leadership in strategic planning of the University, chairing the Strategic Planning Task Group; responsible for integrating the academic agenda of the colleges into the overall University strategic plan including the Ten-Year Reaffirmation of Accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Published the first formal University Strategic Planning documents (Vision 2000) used to guide the University as well as to meet new Louisiana Board of Regents requirements
Worked closely with the Provost to respond to student and faculty appeals, in developing and monitoring the budgets for the Division of Academic Affairs, Academic Enhancement Funds, Institutional Effectiveness and Instructional Support (approximately 40 million dollars annually)
Served as Committee Chair or Co-Chair of national searches for: Dean, College of Education; Dean, College of Pure and Applied Sciences, and Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness.
Continued involvement in undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service programs in The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (including the Louisiana Poison Control Center) in the areas of environmental toxicology of pesticides, occupational health, and chemical-related health risk communication
Noteworthy Accomplishments: Founding Dean of the Office of Graduate Studies and Research
Led development of three new doctoral programs to transition the institution from a Comprehensive to a Carnegie Doctoral II University
Improved policies and procedures related to enhancing graduate student development, graduate faculty criteria and academic program review
Increased total extramural funding by 75% in five years (% of total funding as research dollars increased from 5 to 20% )
Facilitated receipt of a 5 year, $2.3M National Science Foundation Delta Rural Systemic Initiative program for K-12 math, science and technology education reform with the College of Education (one of five in the nation)
Developed intramural grants program which awarded $450,000 to faculty and staff in 5 years for professional development activities
Developed the Presidential Summer Sabbatical Program to foster international scholarship
Served as founding Executive Editor of the academic journal of the faculty, Res Scholaris, which received awards of excellence in writing by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education
23 1988 - 1993 Professor and Head, Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology Director, Toxicology Program College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Northeast Louisiana University
Coordinated teaching, research and community service activities of ten Ph.D. faculty members in the Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology; Coordinated curriculum development for pharmacology/toxicology courses serving the Schools of Pharmacy, Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Medical Technology within the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Overall responsibility for the baccalaureate toxicology program. Responsibilities included recruitment and advisement of students and curriculum development.
Independent research program included the study of relationships between xenobiotic metabolism and toxicity, disposition of inhaled toxicants and chemical related health risk assessment.
University Committees: Facilities and Campus Planning (Chairman, Campus Facilities Master Plan Subcommittee), Library Site (Chairman), Sigma Xi Chapter Status. School of Pharmacy Committees: Executive, Graduate Studies, Curriculum and Space
Noteworthy Accomplishments: Founded and served as the first Director, Louisiana Institute of Toxicology
Developed the B.S. program in Toxicology into the largest program in the nation (130 majors)
Recruited and led a Division Faculty to obtain $1.2M in extramural funding in five years
Co-Chaired the first national symposium on undergraduate education in toxicology at the 1993 Annual Meeting of the Society of Toxicology
Developed, recruited, and hired the first 1 million dollar Endowed Chair in Toxicology in the nation (Dr. Hari Mehendale from the University of Mississippi Medical Center).
1981 - 1984 Assistant Professor of Toxicology College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Northeast Louisiana University
Responsible for all toxicology coursework to pharmacy, toxicology, nursing and allied health students
Independent research program included six graduate students evaluating relationships between chemical metabolism and toxicity.
University service included membership on School of Pharmacy committees for Hazardous Waste, Curriculum and Graduate Studies. 24 Noteworthy Accomplishments: Founded and implemented the B.S. Program in Toxicology; the first such program in the South
Served on the first Environmental Health Task Force in Louisiana; resulted in the formation of the first statewide Tumor Registry
1973 - 1974 Research Specialist, Womens' Hospital, Department of Pathology Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Studied relationships between placental pathology and toxemia of pregnancy with Dr. Bruce Woodling of the USC School of Medicine Department of Pathology.
Corporate Positions
1984 - 1988 Senior Staff Toxicologist Medical Department Unocal Corporation Los Angeles, California
Overall responsibility for coordinating Medical Department support (i.e., toxicology, industrial hygiene, epidemiology, occupational medicine) to the Law Department. Gave and reviewed depositions, responded to interrogatories and prepared toxicity briefs and other toxicology support as required.
Coordinated Toxicology Division health risk assessments. With the Division of Epidemiology and Environmental Medicine reviewed and responded to industry and government risk assessments of chemicals or new experimental data relevant to Unocal products and operations.
Provided expert advice in complying with State and Federal regulations governing hazardous chemicals and in reviewing proposed new legislation.
Oversaw design, conduct, review and reporting of toxicity testing contracted by Unocal to commercial toxicology laboratories.
Provided expertise in toxicology of products associated with Unocal oil shale and geothermal operations.
1974 - 1976 Research Biologist Pennwalt Corporation, Monrovia, California
Research and Development of agricultural chemicals as post-harvest fungicides. 25 TEACHING EXPERIENCE: COURSES DESIGNED AND TAUGHT
Undergraduate Courses (University of Louisiana School of Pharmacy)
Introductory Toxicology (3 credits). Survey of the occurrence, properties and harmful effects of natural and man-made toxic substances in personal, occupational and global environments.
General Toxicology (3 credits). Biochemical basis of chemical toxicity including toxicodynamics, biotransformation, toxicokinetics, mutagenicity, carcinogenicity, testing.
General Toxicology Laboratory (1 credit). Laboratory exercises to accompany General Toxicology. Three hours laboratory.
Industrial Hygiene I (3 credits). An introduction to industrial hygiene covering its history, ethics, general principles and priorities. Regulatory agencies and standards pertaining to occupational safety and health.
Industrial Hygiene II (3 credits). Procedures for conducting workplace surveys including methods of controlling exposure to workplace hazards and problems regarding indoor air quality and ergonomics.
Industrial Hygiene Laboratory (1 credit). A laboratory dedicated to the practical application of industrial hygiene. Three hours laboratory.
Clinical Chemistry and Toxicology (3 credits). Principles of basic clinical chemistry and toxicology procedures applied to enzymes; endocrine function; electrolytes and blood gases; renal function; gastric, pancreatic and intestine function; biochemistry of pregnancy; therapeutic drug monitoring and analysis of toxic substances.
Analytical Toxicology (1 credit). Quantitative and qualitative methods of chemical analysis of toxic substances.
Analytical Toxicology Laboratory (3 credits). Laboratory exercises to accompany lecture course in Analytical Toxicology. Six hours laboratory.
Seminar (1 credit). Students are required to make oral presentations and discuss special current problems in the field of toxicology. Involves presentation and class participation. A final comprehensive examination will cover all aspects of the discipline of toxicology.
Graduate Courses (University of Louisiana School of Pharmacy)
Forensic Toxicology (2 credits). Quantitative and qualitative toxicological analyses.
Industrial Toxicology (2 credits). Chemical hazards in the workplace; regulatory and medico-legal programs, product safety, worker health protection, chemical- related health risk assessment.
26 Advanced Pharmacology (3 credits). Cellular mechanisms of drug action. Areas of emphasis include receptor theory, drug disposition and factors affecting responses to drugs.
Advanced Toxicology (3 credits). Cellular mechanisms of adverse chemical effects in biological systems. Areas of emphasis include principles of pathology, genotoxicity, carcinogenicity, teratogenicity and toxic responses of major organ systems.
Advanced Toxicology Laboratory (1 credit). Common laboratory techniques used to evaluate chemical toxicity. One hour lecture.
Advanced Directed Study (1-3 credits). Xenobiotic Metabolism, Toxicology of Inhaled Pesticide Aerosols, Health Risk Assessment, Environmental Agents and Asthma.
Graduate Courses (University of Maine)
Higher Education Leadership (1 credit seminar). University Presidential Leadership College of Education and Human Development.
DIRECTION OF GRADUATE STUDENT DISSERTATIONS AND THESES
Chair (University of Louisiana School of Pharmacy)
Paula L. Griswold (Ph.D., 1993). Comparative Disposition of Lead in Adult and Neonatal Sprague-Dawley Rats with Emphasis on the Hypothalamic-Hypophyseal- Gonadal Axis. Robinan Gentry (M.S., non-thesis, 1992). Nancy A. Jeter (M.S., non-thesis, 1998). Vidya V. Kunjathoor (Ph.D., 1993). Effects of Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes on Metabolism and Biological Effects of Selected Xenobiotics in Sprague-Dawley Rats. Dr. Greg Lawrence (M.S., non-thesis, 1993). Victor McFarland (Ph.D., 1994). Evaluation of Field-Generated Accumulation Factors (AF) Predicting the Bioaccumulation Potential of Sediment-Associated PAH Compounds. Payne Nalley (M.S., Non-Thesis, 1994). Efat Nasri Nasrabadi (M.S., 1983). Relationships Between In Vivo Toxicity and Metabolism of Abate in Rats. Usha A. Pillai (Ph.D., 1993). Effect of Bleomycin-Induced Fibrosis on Pulmonary Metabolism of Xenobiotics in Sprague-Dawley Rats. Prathibha S. Rao (M.S., 1992). Comparative Inhibition of Acetylcholinesterase in Rodent and Human Blood. Annette M. Shipp (Ph.D., 1984). Comparative Effects of 5-Fluorouracil and Selected N- Substituted Fluorouracil Analogs on Cultured L1210 Murine Lymphocytic Leukemia Cells. Randy Viator (M.S., non-thesis, 1992).
Committee Member (ULM: 1989-1999, UNLV: 1999-2004)
Pharmacology and Toxicology 27 Mahesh Kulkarni (M.S., 1989) Daniel Farrar (M.S., 1992) Bryan Shipp (M.S., 1996) Mary Lee Hogg (M.S. 1989) Chandra. Ghosh (Ph.D., 1992) Prathibha Rao (Ph.D., 1996) Somesh Choudury (Ph.D., 1990) Renu Bhardwaj (M.S., 1992) Raj Mangipudy (Ph.D., 1997) Robert Judd (Ph.D., 1990) Sanjay Chanda (Ph.D., 1994) Swarupa Kulkarni (Ph.D., 1997) Marilyn Ziegler (Ph.D., 1991) Abe Dalu (Ph.D., 1994) Chuck Barton (Ph.D., 1998) Mike Honeycutt (Ph.D., 1992) Sushmita Chanda (Ph.D., 1995) Liu Jiang (Ph.D., 1998) Tamal Chakraborti (Ph.D., 1992) Bharat Damle (Ph.D., 1995) Shuou Zhao (M.S., 1998)
Biology Geology Chemistry Jianyi Zhang (M.S., 1993) Shawn McCarty (M.S., 1994) J. Rong (M.S., 1992) Jan Cavalier (M.S., 1992) Joe Stafford (M.S.,2000) Karl Kingsley (Ph.D., 2001)
Exercise Science Health Promotion Kelli Kirkland (M.S., 1998) Stacey Allen (M.Ed., 2000) Sharon Deweese (M.Ed., 2002) Michelle Schaan (M.Ed., 2001) Eva Choy (M.Ed., 2003) Diane Towery (M.Ed., 2001)
Environmental Science Vicki Tripoli (Ph.D., 2000) Stephen Twomey (M.S., 2002) Andrea Golli (M.S., 2004) SCHOLARSHIP AND PUBLICATIONS
122 publications including 38 peer-reviewed journal articles, 44 abstracts of presentations at professional meetings,10 book chapters/encyclopedia entries,12 public editorials/newsletters/magazine articles, and 18 major university publications.
Journal Articles
FERGUSON, PAUL W. and James S. Ruebel (2015). The Catalytic Impact of Honors. Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council. 16 (2), Fall/Winter, 11-14.
FERGUSON, PAUL W., Gene E. Hall, and Julie D. Hopwood (2015). Leading and Managing the 21st Century Research University: Creating, Implementing, and Sustaining Strategic Change. International Journal for Leadership and Change. 3 (1), 29-39.
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2013). A Sustainability State of Mind: Smart Growth for UMaine as a Green Campus with Blue Sky Thinking. Presidential Perspectives. 2013-2014 Series: Chapter 9, pp 3-7. Aramark.
Hansen, Steven L., Wrobbel, E. D., Hopwood, Julie D., and FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2011). Pilgrim’s Progress: Lessons in Shared Governance. Academic Leadership Journal. 9(3). Summer.
Hopwood, J.D., Scott, V.G. and FERGUSON, P.W. (2011). Case Study Transforming Suspected Academic Misconduct Among Undergraduate Health Science Professionals into Ethical Program Policy and Practice. J. College and Character 12 (2). 1.
Matthews, J., Pingle, M., Sullivan, R., FERGUSON, P., Rogers, J., and Buxton, I. (2005). Economic Justification for a Public School of Pharmacy: Lessons for Nevada. Proc. West. 28 Pharmacol. Soc. 48, 1.
FERGUSON, P.W., Hopwood, J.D., Sinatra, G.M., and Wallmann, H. W. (2005). Selected Legal Issues Influencing Evaluation of Physical Therapist Graduate Student Professional Behaviors in the Academic Environment. Journal of Physical Therapy Education. 19 (1), 15.
Katchen, M., La Pierre, A., Charlin, C., Brucker, B., and FERGUSON, P.W. (2001). Evaluating Potential Health Risks in Relocatable Classrooms. Journal of School Health. 71 (4), 159. (Featured by Reuters Health, 5/11/01)
Kirkland, K., Thomas, L, Washam, C., and FERGUSON, P.W. (2000). The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Body Composition of High School Females. Louisiana Health Physical Education Recreation and Dance Journal 64(1), 8.
Rakes, G.C. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1998). Graduate Teaching Assistants: Assessing the Need to Improve Preparation for the Classroom and Laboratory. National Forum of Applied Educational Research Journal, Fall, 12 (1).
Blaylock, B., Abdel-Nasser, M., McCarty, S., Knesel, J., Tolson, K., FERGUSON, P. and Mehendale, H. (1995). Oral administration of the pesticide permethrin suppresses cellular immune function in BALB/c mice. Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 54 (5), 97.
Pillai, U.A., Schlenk, D., Frith, C. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). Effect of Bleomycin- induced fibrosis on pulmonary metabolism of selected xenobiotics. Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society 146, 261.
Rao, P.S., Roberts, G.H., Pope, C.N., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). Comparative inhibition of rodent and human erythrocyte acetylcholinesterase by Carbofuran and Carbaryl. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology 48, 78.
Pillai, U.A., Ace, L.N., Dick, R.M., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1993). Carbofuran metabolism and acetylcholinesterase inhibition in the isolated perfused rat lung. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology 45, 141.
McFarland, V.A., Reilly, F.J., Clarke, J.U. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Dioxin Toxic Equivalents (TEQs) in Dredged Sediment Evaluation. Water Quality '92: Proceedings of the 9th Seminar. Environmental Laboratory. U.S. Army Engineers Waterways Experiment Station. Vicksburg, MS.
Judd, R.L., Kunjathoor, V.V., Pillai, U.A., FERGUSON, P.W., and Medon, P.J. (1992). Effects of Tolbutamide and Glyburide on pyruvate kinase flux in isolated rat hepatocytes. Life Sciences 50, PL203.
Clark, C.R., FERGUSON, P.W., Katchen, M.A., and Craig, D.K. (1992). Two-generation reproduction study of hydrotreated shale oil vapors. Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 18, 227.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Pope, C.N. (1992). Acute toxicities of commonly used pesticides. Louisiana Pharmacist 51(2).
FERGUSON, P.W., Bourn, W.M., Roberts, B.L., and Pope, C.N. (1991). A B.S. Toxicology 29 Program: Description, Resources, Student Profiles and Graduate Placement. American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education 55, 243.
FERGUSON, P.W., and Keller, W.J. (1991). Common Poisonous Plants in the Home and Garden. Louisiana Pharmacist 50(2), 8.
Withers, B.F., FERGUSON, P.W., and Swift, D.A. (1991). Chemicals, Cancer and Risk Assessment. Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society. January, 143, 33.
Shipp, A.M., Holshouser, M.H., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1990). Cytotoxicity of three novel fluoropyrimidines in cultured L1210 murine lymphocytic leukemia cells. Pharmaceutical Research 9(12), 1294.
Clark, C.R., FERGUSON, P.W., Katchen, M.A., Dennis, M.W., and Craig, D.K. (1989). Comparative acute toxicity of shale and petroleum derived distillates. Journal of Toxicology and Industrial Health 5(6), 1005.
FERGUSON, P.W. (1989). The Pharmacist and Chemical Risk Assessment: Providing a Perspective. Louisiana Pharmacist, February, 48(2), 10.
Clark, C.R., Walter, M.K., FERGUSON, P.W., and Katchen, M. (1988). Comparative dermal carcinogenesis of shale and petroleum derived distillates. Journal of Toxicology and Industrial Health 4(1), 11.
Hatfield, G., Yang, D., FERGUSON, P.W., and Keller, W. (1985). Identification of toxic alkaloids from the Calcaratus subspecies of Lupinus arbustus. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 33, 909.
Holshouser, M.H., Shipp, A.M., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1985). Synthesis and antitumor activity of a series of Ftorafur analogs: The effect of varying electronegativity at the 1'-position. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry 28, 242.
FERGUSON, P.W., Medon, P.J., and Nasri, E. (1985). Temephos (Abate) metabolism and toxicity in rats. Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 14,143.
FERGUSON, P.W., Medon, P.J., and Watson, C.F. (1984). Effects of aqueous extracts of Acanthopanax senticosus on parathion toxicity in mice. Acta Pharmacologica Sinica 5(4), 278.
Medon, P.J., FERGUSON, P.W., and Watson, C.F. (1984). Effect of Eleutherococcus senticosus extracts on hexobarbital metabolism in vivo and in vitro. Journal of Ethnopharmacology 10(2), 235.
FERGUSON, P.W., Keller, W.J., and Risinger, F.O. (1984). Normacromerine fate in the rat. Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 73, 692.
FERGUSON, P.W., Dey, M.S., Jewell, S.A., and Krieger, R.I. (1984). Carbofuran metabolism and toxicity in the rat. Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 4, 14.
Medon, P.J., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1984). Safety evaluation of common pediculicides. Louisiana Pharmacist, July, 23.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Stagg, M.P. (1983). Iron toxicity in the rat: An animal model for the 30 undergraduate laboratory. American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education 47, 39.
FERGUSON, P.W., Jewell, S.A., Krieger, R.I., and Raabe, O.G. (1982). Carbofuran disposition in the rat after aerosol inhalation. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry 1(3), 245.
FERGUSON, P.W., Clark, C.R., Gee, S.J., and Krieger, R.I. (1981). Phenobarbital treatments lower DDT body burden in rhesus monkeys. Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 10, 263.
FERGUSON, P.W., Anderson, J.H., and Krieger, R.I. (1979). Secondary thrombocytopenia in a rhesus monkey following phenobarbital treatments. Laboratory Animal Science 29, 94.
Krieger, R.I., FERGUSON, P.W., and Gee, S.J. (1979). An elective survey course for undergraduates, "Introduction to Toxicology." Veterinary and Human Toxicology 21, 352.
Abstracts of Professional Presentations
Hansen, Stephen L., Wrobbel, E.D., and FERGUSON, P.W. (2010). Pilgrim’s Progress: Lessons in Shared Governance. American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Shared Governance Conference and Workshops. Washington, D.C.
Hopwood, J.D. and FERGUSON, P.W. (2010). Restoring Academic Integrity in the Age of Technology: A Guide to Balancing the Time with the Crime. Clemson University Center for Academic Integrity Annual International Conference. Long Beach, CA.
FERGUSON, P.W., Hall, G., Papenfuss, R., and Regin, C. (2003). Understanding Change Processes in Social Systems and Their Applications in Environmental Health Promotion. Advancing Environmental Health Promotion Workshop, Las Vegas, NV (Sponsored by ATSDR/CDC).
McFarland, V.A., Lutz, C.H., Clarke, J.U. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). A bioaccumulation potential screening test for dredged sediments is improved using empirical accumulation factors (AFs). Annual Meeting of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry.
Bartow, T.A., Lawrence, G.A., Pillai, U.A., Ferrington, H.R., Shipp, B.K. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). Comparative in vitro hepatic and pulmonary metabolism of carbofuran. The Toxicologist 14(1), 387.
McCants, J.C., Kelly, M.R. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). Effects of bleomycin-induced fibrosis on inhaled fluorescein disposition. The Toxicologist 14(1), 433.
Bartow, T.A., Lawrence, G.A., Pillai, U.A., Ferrington, H.R., Shipp, B.K., and Ferguson, P.W. (1993). Comparative in vitro hepatic and pulmonary metabolism of carbofuran. Annual Meeting of The South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, Northeast Louisiana University
McCants, J.C., Kelly, M.R. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1993). Effects of bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis on inhaled fluorescein disposition. Annual Meeting of The South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, Northeast Louisiana University, Monroe, LA.
McFarland, V.A. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1993). Predictive capability of field-generated 31 polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) accumulation factors. Annual Meeting of The Division of Environmental Chemistry, American Chemical Society, San Diego, CA.
FERGUSON, P.W., Bourn, W.M., Pope, C.N. and Roberts, B.L. (1993). A Bachelor of Science Toxicology Program: Description, Resources, Student Profiles and Graduate Placement. The Toxicologist 13, 243.
Pillai, U.A., Samant, U.R., Frith, C.H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1993). Effect of fibrosis on pulmonary metabolism of p-nitroanisole. The Toxicologist 13, 59.
McFarland, V.A., Vaughn, E.M., McCant, D.D. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). PCBs can stimulate or inhibit molting in the crawfish, Procambarus clarkii. Annual Meeting of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry. Cincinatti, OH.
Pillai, U.A., Samant, U.R., Frith, C.H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Effect of fibrosis on pulmonary metabolism of p-nitroanisole. Annual Meeting of the South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology. University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis.
Rao, P.S., Roberts, G.H., Pope, C.N. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Comparative inhibition of rodent and human erythrocyte acetylcholinesterase by carbofuran and carbaryl. Annual Meeting of the South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology. University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis.
McCants, J.C., Bowen, L.E. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Operational parameters of a new small animal nose only exposure chamber. Annual Meeting of the South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology. University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis.
Pillai, U.A., Ace, L.N., Dick, R.M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Carbofuran metabolism and toxicity in the isolated perfused rat lung. The Toxicologist 12, 164.
Kunjathoor, V.V., Buckles, T.E., Pillai, U.A., Medon, P.J. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Effects of diabetes on metabolism and toxicity of p-nitroanisole in Sprague-Dawley rats. The Toxicologist 12, 166.
Rao, P.S., Roberts, G.H., Griswold, P.L. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Comparative activity of rodent and human acetylcholinesterase. The Toxicologist 12, 125.
Pillai, U.A., Ace, L.N., Dick, R.M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1991). Carbofuran metabolism and toxicity in the isolated perfused rat lung. Annual Meeting, South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology. September 13, 1991, Mississippi State University.
Rao, P.S., Roberts, G.H., Griswold, P.L. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1991). Comparative activity of rodent and human acetylcholinesterase. Annual Meeting, South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, September 13, 1991, Mississippi State University.
Pillai, U.A., Kunjathoor, V.V., Dick, R.M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1991). Carbofuran toxicity and clearance in the isolated perfused rat lung. FASEB Journal 5(4), A483.
Kunjathoor, V.V., Rao, P.S., Pillai, U.A. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1991). Carbofuran toxicity in diabetic rats. FASEB Journal 5(4), A483.
Griswold, P.L., FERGUSON, P.W., Medlock, K.L., Sheehan, D.M., Wyrick, D., Webb, P.J., 32 Divine, B.L. and Forrester, T. (1991). Lead-induced alterations of the uterine estrogen receptor in postnatal rats. The Toxicologist 11, 82.
Griswold, P.L., FERGUSON, P.W., Medlock, K.L., Sheehan, D.M., Wyrick, D., Webb, P.J., Divine, B.L. and Forrester, T. (1990). Lead-induced alterations of the uterine estrogen receptor in postnatal rats. South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, November 9, 1990, National Center for Toxicological Research, Jefferson, AR.
Pillai, U.A., Kunjathoor, V.V., Dick, R.M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1990). Carbofuran toxicity and clearance in the isolated perfused rat lung. South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, November 9, 1990, National Center for Toxicological Research, Jefferson, AR.
Judd, R.L., Kunjathoor, V.V., Pillai, U.A., FERGUSON, P.W. and Medon, P.J. (1990). Effect of Glyburide on 14C-Alanine metabolism in isolated rat hepatocytes. Diabetes 39:273A
Ryer-Powder, J., Bui Q., FERGUSON, P.W. and Clark, C.R. (1990). Guidelines for determination of target organ toxicity. Annual Meeting of the Southern California Section, Society of Toxicology. January 26.
Pope, C.N., Chapman, M.L., Chakraborti, T.K. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1990). Correlation of blood and tissue cholinesterase (ChE) inhibition after parathion exposure. The Toxicologist 10, 342.
Judd, R.L., Kunjathoor, V.V., Ye, Y., Pillai, U.A., FERGUSON, P.W. and Medon, P.J. (1990). Effect of Tolbutamide on 14C-sodium bicarbonate and 14C-alanine metabolism in isolated rat hepatocytes. FASEB Journal 4(3), A710.
Judd, R.L., Kunjathoor, V.V., Pillai, U.A., FERGUSON, P.W. and Medon, P.J. (1989). Effect of Tolbutamide on gluconeogenesis and carbon dioxide production from lactate in isolated hepatocytes. Annual Meeting, South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology, November 10, 1989, University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Nasri, E. (1984). Abate toxicity and pharmacokinetics in rats after acute and subacute exposures. The Toxicologist 4, 11.
Shipp, A.M., Holshouser, M.H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1984). Effects of 5-Fluorouracil analogs on DNA and RNA synthesis in cultured L1210 cells after MFO activation. The Toxicologist 4, 133.
Risinger, F.O. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1984). Comparative effects of Malathion on plasma cholinesterase and behavior in hens. The Toxicologist 4, 57.
Holshouser, M.H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1983) . Facile synthesis of some glycol metabolites of phenethylamines. Proc. Acad. Pharm. Sci. 13(2), 173.
Medon, P.J., FERGUSON, P.W. and Watson, C.F. (1983). Effects of Siberian Ginseng extracts on hexobarbital sleep times and metabolism in vitro. Proc. Acad. Pharm. Sci. 13, 91.
FERGUSON, P.W., Medon, P.J., Briley, T.C. and Watson, C.F. (1983). Effects of Siberian Ginseng extract on parathion toxicity in mice. The Toxicologist 3, 51.
Medon, P.J. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1983). Acute effects of Agkistrodon piscovorus 33 leukostoma venom on blood glucose levels and acetylcholinesterase activity in vitro. Proc. Acad. Pharm. Sci. 13(2), 218.
Shipp, A.M., FERGUSON, P.W. and Holshouser, M.H. (1983). Enhanced cytotoxicity of three 5-Fluorouracil analogs to cultured L1210 cells after MFO activation. Proc. Acad. Pharm. Sci. 13, 91.
Holshouser, M.H., Shipp, A.M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1983). Synthesis and antitumor activity of novel Ftorafur derivatives. The effect of varying electronegativity at the 1'-position. Proc. Acad. Pharm. Sci. 13, 80.
FERGUSON, P.W., Jewell, S.A., Krieger, R.I. and Raabe, O.G. (1981). Carbofuran disposition in the rat after aerosol inhalation. Abstracts of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Annual Meeting, 56.
FERGUSON, P.W., Jewell, S.A., Krieger, R.I. and Raabe, O.G. (1981). Carbofuran toxicity in the rat after aerosol inhalation. The Toxicologist 1, 5.
FERGUSON, P.W., Dey, M.S., Jewell, S.A. and Krieger, R.I. (1981). Carbofuran distribution and metabolism in the rat after oral and intravenous exposures. The Toxicologist 1, 93.
FERGUSON, P.W., Gee, S.J., Krieger, R.I., Raabe, O.G. and Teague, S.V. (1980). Carbofuran inhibition of acetylcholinesterase in the rat following oral and intravenous exposures. Abstracts of Society of Toxicology Annual Meeting. A41.
Clark, C.R., FERGUSON, P.W., Gee, S.J. and Krieger, R.I. (1978). Chlorohydrocarbon excretion and liver monooxygenases in rhesus monkeys (Macaca mulatta) following chronic DDT exposures and SKF 525-A treatments. Toxicol. Appl. Pharmacol. 45, 336.
Book Chapters / Encyclopedia Entries
FERGUSON, P.W. and Hopwood, J.D. (2010). Foreword to Adventures in the Academy: Professors in the Land of Lincoln and Beyond. (Charles Berger, Larry Lafond, and Aldemaro Romero, Eds.). Distributed by University of Arkansas Press.
Medon, P.J., and FERGUSON, P.W. (2009). Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Education: A Strategic Commitment to Change for the Public Good. A Model for Change: SIUE in the 21st Century. 50th Anniversary Essays on the Future. (Charles Berger, Ed.), Edwardsville.
FERGUSON, P.W. (2009). Foreword to A Model for Academic Change: SIUE in the 21st Century. 50th Anniversary Essays on the Future. (Charles Berger, Ed.), Edwardsville.
Foster, S.E. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1998). Chlorophenols, Corrosives. Encyclopedia of Toxicology. Philip Wexler (Editor-in Chief). Academic Press. San Diego.
Jeter, N.A. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1998). Corticosteroids, Cromolyn. Encyclopedia of Toxicology. Philip Wexler (Editor-in-Chief). Academic Press. San Diego.
Bartow, T.A. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1998). Carbofuran. Encyclopedia of Toxicology. Philip 34 Wexler (Editor-inChief). Academic Press, San Diego.
McFarland, V.A., and FERGUSON, P.W. (1994). TBP Revisited: A ten year perspective on a screening test for dredged sediment bioaccumulation potential. Dredging ’94. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Dredging and Dredged Material Placement. E. Clark McNair, Jr. (Editor). American Society of Civil Engineers, New York, NY.
FERGUSON, P.W., Craig, N. (1984). Carcinogens in the Community Environment. Environment and Health in Louisiana: The Cancer Problem. Task Force on Environmental Health, Louisiana State Planning Office, Baton Rouge, LA.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Moore, R. (1984). Carcinogens in the Occupational Environment. Environment and Health in Louisiana: The Cancer Problem. Task Force on Environmental Health, Louisiana State Planning Office, Baton Rouge, LA.
FERGUSON, P.W., Correa, P. and Craig, N. (1984). Carcinogens in the Personal Environment. Environment and Health in Louisiana: The Cancer Problem. Task Force on Environmental Health, Louisiana State Planning Office.
Public Editorials / Professional Newsletters / Magazine Articles
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2015). Toward Beneficent Entrepreneurship. Indianapolis Business Journal. April 4, 2015.
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2013). Why UMaine deserves your vote. Bangor Daily News. October 30, 2013.
Hart, David D., and FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2013). How UMaine is Driving Sustainability, Research. Bangor Daily News, July 4, 2013.
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2013). UMaine President Touts University’s Role to Portland Business Community. Bangor Daily News. January 9, 2013.
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2012). Maine Voices: UMaine Plan Emphasizes School’s Role as Partner in Moving State Forward. The Blue Sky Plan Focuses on Aligning the University’s Resources with Maine’s Traditional and Emerging Needs. Portland Press Herald. September 5, 2012.
FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2011). Maine Voices: Innovation Course Boosts Entrepreneurship. The University of Maine and Other Groups Hope to Get Young Mainers on a Fast Track to Success. Portland Press Herald. October 23, 2011.
Rakes,T.A., Kelley, L.H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (2000). SACS Accreditation 2000: Meeting Standards of Excellence into the Next Millennium- The Role of Accreditation in the Life of the University. Res Scholaris.5.30.
FERGUSON, P. (2000). Promoting gender equity in graduate education. UNLV College of Education Multicultural & Diversity Newsletter 4(4). 20.
Barlow, H. and FERGUSON, P. (2000). The UNLV McNair Scholars Institute. UNLV College of Education Multicultural & Diversity Newsletter 4(3).7. 35 FERGUSON, P.W. (1999). Graduate education: Continuing challenges for inclusion and diversity. UNLV College of Education Multicultural & Diversity Newsletter 4(1). 2.
FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Chemicals: Where do the real risks lie? Environmental Solutions. Right-To-Know Council, Baton Rouge (Summer).
FERGUSON, P.W. (1987). Placing Chemical Hazards in Perspective. California Fertilizer Association News. December.
Major University Publications
University Strategic Plans and Annual Reports
FERGUSON, P.W., Schumacher, B., Hopwood, J, and Todd, J. (Eds.) (2015). Annual Report of Progress at Ball State University. The Centennial Commitment (18 by ’18).
FERGUSON, P.W., Hopwood, J.D., and Nagle, M. (2014). Blue Sky Highlights. The 2014 Annual Report of the University of Maine.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Hopwood, J.D. (Eds.). (2013). Blue Sky Impacts. The 2013 Annual Report of the University of Maine.
FERGUSON, P.W., and Hopwood, J.D., and Fairman, J. (Eds.). (2013). The President’s Roundtable. The University of Maine as a Flagship University: Role, Relevance and Requirements.
FERGUSON, P.W., Hopwood, J.D., and the Blue Sky Leadership Planning Team (2012). The Blue Sky Project: Reaffirming Public Higher Education at Maine’s Flagship University. The University of Maine Strategic Plan (2012-2017).
FERGUSON, Paul W. and Hopwood, Julie D. (Eds.). (2010). Summary of Major Accomplishments. Division of Academic Affairs Annual Report 2009-2010. Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
FERGUSON, PAUL W., Thomas, Susan, and Hopwood, Julie D. (Eds.) (2008). FY 2007 Performance Report: Fulfilling the Illinois Commitment. Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
FERGUSON, PAUL.W., DiBella, S., and Hopwood, J.D. (2005) Annual Report of the Division of Research and Graduate Studies, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
FERGUSON, PAUL W., DiBella, S., and Hopwood, J.D. (2004). Annual Report of the Division of Research and Graduate Studies, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
University Handbooks and Guides
Hopwood, Julie D.; Odom, Patty; McLellan, Jeffrey, and FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2010). University Immigration Procedures Handbook. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Hopwood, Julie D.; Hanvey, Cheryl, and FERGUSON, PAUL W. (2010). Southern Illinois 36 University Edwardsville 2010 Faculty Handbook (rev.)
FERGUSON, P.W. and Barlow, H. (2000). Graduate Student Guide. Graduate College, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Barlow, H. and FERGUSON, P.W. (2000). Graduate Assistant Handbook. Graduate College, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Creekmore, W.N. (1997). Guidelines for the Preparation of Field Studies, Theses & Dissertations. Office of Graduate Studies and Research, Northeast Louisiana University.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Creekmore, W.N. (1997). Handbook for Graduate Assistants. Office of Graduate Studies and Research, Northeast Louisiana University.
FERGUSON, P.W. and Judd, R.J. (1997). Handbook for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. Office of Graduate Studies and Research, Northeast Louisiana University.
FERGUSON, P.W., Thomas, L. and Washam, C. (1997). Handbook for Ensuring Protection of Human Research Subjects. Office of Graduate Studies and Research, Northeast Louisiana University.
Undergraduate Teaching Manuals
FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Introductory Toxicology. Northeast Louisiana University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Honeycutt, M. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Laboratory Exercises in Analytical Toxicology. Northeast Louisiana University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Griswold, P.L., Pope, C.N. and FERGUSON, P.W. (1992). Laboratory Exercises in General Toxicology. Northeast Louisiana University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
FUND RAISING: FUNDING OBTAINED FROM PHILANTHROPY OR GRANTS/CONTRACTS $ 10,057,814 in funds have personally been obtained for University education and research programs as an individual or team member of a Donor Development Team obtaining philanthropic gifts from individual and/or corporate donors ($ 8,856,691); or as Principal Investigator, Co- Principal Investigator, or Co-Investigator on grants and contracts ($1,201,123).
Private Gifts Through Philanthropy/Development
FERGUSON, P.W., Arrington, S., Schumacher, B., Hancock, F., Lavery, R., and Keaney, T. (2015). The David Letterman Collection. Donation of the David Letterman Collection from his 33-year Late Night Career including awards and memorabilia to Ball State University. David Letterman and Worldwide Pants Production Co.
FERGUSON, P.W., Goldsby, M., King, T., Falling, S., Bott, J., Schumacher, B., and Hancock, F. (2015). The John H. Schnatter Institute for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise 37 at Ball State University. John H. (Papa John) Schnatter and the Charles Koch Foundation. $3,200,000
FERGUSON, P.W., Bott, J., and Davis, B. (2015). The Edward F. Wozniak Entrepreneurial Engagement Fund at Ball State University. Michael and Sandra Wozniak/Wozniak Industries. $100,000
FERGUSON, P.W., FERGUSON, G. and Ball State University Foundation (2015-16). Founding/Matching Gifts for the Ball State Centennial Student Fellowships. $ 255,000
FERGUSON, P.W., Hecker, J., and Cummings, P. (2013). The University of Maine Institute for Leadership and Democracy. Founding Support from Peter and Megan Madigan and the Evangeline Jackson Estate through the UMaine Foundation. $ 200,000
P.W. FERGUSON, E. Rolfson, P. Cummings, and D. Humphrey (2012). Construction of a new planetarium and observatory on the UMaine campus. Matching Gift. Emera, Inc. $1,000,000
V. Brown, P.W. FERGUSON, S.Locke, and T. Saunders (2011). Development of a 21st Century STEM Learning Center at the SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Graebe, through the SIUE Foundation. $1,000,000
J. Caupert, P. Hundley, and P.W. FERGUSON (2010). Fractionation System Equipment Donation to the SIUE National Corn to Ethanol Research Center. Cereal Process Technologies $826,691
N. Emmanuel and P.W. FERGUSON (2008). Student Need Scholarships. Bank of Edwardsville., Edwardsville, IL. $25,000
L.L. Swearingen and P.W. FERGUSON (1999). Kitty DeGree Endowed Professorship in Biology. Kitty DeGree ($60,000) and the Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund ($40,000) through the NLU Foundation. $100,000
P.W. FERGUSON (1989-1999). Professional/Program Development Funds Donated from Corporate Toxicology Consulting. $20,000
P.W. FERGUSON and B. Marshall (1994). Waste Management Endowed Professorship in Toxicology at Northeast Louisiana University. Waste Management Co. ($60,000) and the Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund ($40,000) through the NLU Foundation. $100,000.
P.W. FERGUSON (1994). Seed Grant for the Louisiana Institute of Toxicology. Louisiana Chemical Association. $5,000
38 L.L. Swearingen, W.M. Bourn, and P.W. FERGUSON (1992). Establishment of the Mary E. and Darrell L. Calhoun Chair in Pharmacology at the NLU School of Pharmacy. Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund-Eminent Scholars Program ($400,000) and Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Calhoun ($600,000) through the NLU Foundation. $1,000,000
P.W. FERGUSON (1992). Establishment of the NLU Institute for Chemical Risk Assessment. Louisiana Chemical Association ($10,000) and Clement International ($15,000). $25,000
D.D. Vines, W.M. Bourn, and P.W. FERGUSON (1990). Establishment of the Kitty DeGree Eminent Scholar's Endowed Chair in Toxicology at the NLU School of Pharmacy. Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund-Eminent Scholars Program ($400,000) and Kitty DeGree ($600,000) through the NLU Foundation. $1,000,000
Academic Program Development Funding from Grants/Contracts
S.F.Silverton, P.J. Fos, D. DePaola, and P.W. FERGUSON (2003). Building Research into the Mission at UNLV (Planning Awards Improvement to Research Infrastructure in Dental Schools). National Institutes of Health (R24). $148,969
P.W. FERGUSON (2001). UNLV Faculty Development Program for Biomedical Research. Nevada Biomedical Research Infrastructure Network (BRIN)-NIH Program Grant. $737,792 (Component of 3-year $6 M grant led by Dr. Lee Weber, University of Nevada, Reno)
Papenfuss, R., P.W. FERGUSON, G. Hall, andC. Regin (2001). A National Workshop on Environmental Health Promotion. Agency for Toxics Substances and Disease Registry/Centers for Disease Control Workshop Support Program. $142,290
P.W. FERGUSON (1995). Unlocking the Secrets to Writing Successful Grants: A Grant Writing Workshop for Junior Faculty. Louisiana Board of Regents/National Science Foundation. $3,375
Toxicology Research Funding from Grants/Contracts
P.W. FERGUSON (1992-1994). Pesticide Metabolism and Toxicity in the Lung. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. $34,495
P.W. FERGUSON, P. Desai and B.L. Roberts (1992-1994). Development of the H4IIE Hepatoma Bioassay to assess TCDD - Toxic Equivalents in Sediments. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Waterways Experiment Station. $87,571
V.A. McFarland and P.W. FERGUSON (1991). Effects of Polychlorinated Biphenyls on Molting in Crawfish. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Waterways Experiment Station. $7,642 (renewal grant) 39
P.W. FERGUSON and J.C. McCants (1991). Evaluation of Exposure Parameters for the In- Tox Nose-only Aerosol Inhalation System. In-Tox, Inc $10,000 (in-kind equipment grant)
V.A. McFarland and P.W. FERGUSON (1990). Effects of Polychlorinated Biphenyls on Molting in Crustaceans. United States Army Corps. of Engineers Waterways Experiment Station. $8,320
P.W. FERGUSON (1990). Effects of Fibrosis on Xenobiotic Metabolism by the Lung. Louisiana Cancer and Lung Trust Fund. $16,269
S.L. Morris and P.W. FERGUSON (1984). Effects of Inhaled Parathion Aerosols on Lung Metabolism of Benzo(a)pyrene. Cancer Association of Louisiana. $1,500
A.M. Shipp and P.W. FERGUSON (1983). Comparative Effects of 5-Fluorouracil and Selected N-Substituted Fluorouracil Analogs on DNA and RNA Synthesis of Cultured L-1210 Murine Leukemia Cells. Cancer Association of Louisiana. $1,500
P.W. FERGUSON and M.H. Holshouser (1982). Normacromerine Metabolism in Sprague- Dawley Rats. Northeast Louisiana University Research Committee. $1,400
MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Society of Toxicology (1978-present) American Public Health Association (2002-2006) Society of Research Administrators (2003-2006) Council of Graduate Schools (1999-2006) Western Association of Graduate Schools (1999-2006) Conference of Southern Graduate Schools (1993-1999) Louisiana Council of Graduate Deans (1993 - 1999, Chair: 1995) South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology (1988 - 1994) American College of Toxicology (1988 - 1991) American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (1989 - 1992) American Industrial Hygiene Association (1981 - 1991) Society of Risk Analysis (1985 - 1990) American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (1981 - 1984, 1988 - 1993) Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society (1990-2003)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
National, Regional and State Committees
2015 Presidential Panelist, NCAA Pathway Program. Contributor/Mentor to the leadership and professional development program for senior level college administrators aspiring to become Athletics Directors. Indianapolis, IN
2014-2016 Member, Council of Presidents, Mid-America Athletics Conference (MAC) 40 2014-2016. Member, Sustainability Development Committee, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU).
2011-2016 Member, Council of Presidents, Association of Public Land Grant Universities
2012-2015 Vice Chair/Chair Elect, Steering Committee, American Association of College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC).
2011-2014 Member, Council of Presidents, University of Maine System
2011-2014 Member, President’s Council, America East Athletic Conference
2010-2011 Member, Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Council on Academic Affairs. Member, Committee on Economics of Higher Education/Committee on Institutional Quality and Effectiveness.
2010 Member, St. Louis (Midwest) Medical/Dental Advisory Board for the United States Army.
2008-2011 Consulting Expert, The Learning Alliance. A national consortium of leaders in higher education affiliated through the University of Pennsylvania under the leadership of Dr. Robert Zemsky.
2006-2011 Member, Illinois Ethanol Research Advisory Board. Governor-appointed board comprised of industry, government, and university members to ensure that the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (located on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus) aligns its mission, resources and capabilities with research and market needs.
2006 Member, Nevada Commission on Medical Education, Research and Training. Appointed by Governor Kenny Guinn to the 18 member commission to review and recommend improved strategies to improve health care in Nevada through optimum education/research programs.
2005- 2003 Member, Nevada Medal Selection Committee. National Award presented by Nevada’s Desert Research Institute for outstanding contributions to the fields of science or engineering.
2004 Member, Reaccreditation Site Team, Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA. (Evaluator for School of Law, School of Professional Studies, Graduate Programs, and the English Language Center).
2003 - 2004 Invited Review Panelist, NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program: Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Structural Biology Panel.
2001 - 2003 Member, Accreditation Steering Committee, UNLV School of Dental Medicine. 41 2000 - 2006 Member, Leadership Council, UNLV Center for Health Promotion
1999 Evaluator, Substantive Change Site Visit Team for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to the University of South Florida
1999 Member, Louisiana Board of Regents Task Force on Licensure and Certification as a Performance/Incentive Funding Indicator
1998 - 1999 Member, 1999 Annual Meeting Program Committee Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
1998 - 1999 Member, Industrial Targets Advisory Council, Louisiana Board of Regents.Council appointed to identify and promote partnerships between Louisiana universities and corporations to improve economic development
1997 Member, Reaccreditation Site Team for Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to Columbia International University, Columbia, South Carolina
1994 - 1995 Member, Professional Education Committee, Louisiana Office of Public Health Disease Control Committee
1994 - 1997 Member, Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality Health and Safety Indicators Technical Committee
1993 - 1995 Member, Board of Directors, Louisiana Cancer Coalition. Statewide Coalition formed to focus on Louisiana's cancer concerns.
1993 - 1995 Member, Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality-Public University Task Force appointed by DEQ Secretary Kai Midboe to assist the State in achieving more efficient scientific management of the State's environmental resources.
1992 - 1995 Member, Advisory Panel, Louisiana Office of Public Health Selected by Louisiana Office of Public Health to work with 20 statewide experts to assist in conduct of 3-year 2 million dollar project to evaluate possible links between environmental chemical exposures and adverse health outcomes.
1991 Vice-Chairman, Northeast Louisiana Coalition on Smoking and Health Community organization of the American Lung Association, Heart Association, March of Dimes, working for smoke-free indoor air.
1990 - 1991 Member, Public Advisory Committee, Louisiana Comparative Risk Project Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Appointment by DEQ Secretary Paul Templet to assist the State in establishing priorities for identifying and reducing environmental health risks.
42 1990 - 1993 Toxicology Consultant, Louisiana Attorney General's Office Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
1990 - 1993 Member, Board of Directors Associated Universities for Toxicology Research and Education (AUTRE)
1983 - 1984 Member, Governor's Task Force on Environmental Health. Appointment to 13-member commission by Louisiana Governor David Treen to examine relationships between environmental chemicals and high cancer incidence.
Community/University Development Committees
2015-2016. Member, Board of Directors, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN.
2015-2016. Member, Board of Directors, Central Indiana Corporate Partnership
2015-2016 Member, Board of Directors, Innovation Connector, Muncie, IN.
2010-2011 Member, NCAA Division 1 Certification SIUE Steering Committee Chair, Academic Integrity Subcommittee.
2007-2009 Member, Board of Trustees, Alton Memorial Hospital, Alton, IL.
2007- 2011 Member, Board of Directors, SIUE University Park. (Vice Chair, 2008-Pres.)
2003-2006 Member, Board of Directors, UNLV Research Foundation (Vice Chair, 2005-2006)
2002 - 2003 Member, Board of Directors, Whittier College Alumni Association
2002 - 2003 Chair, Subcommittee to Address Economic Linkages, Council for Community/University Collaborations, Las Vegas, NV
1993 - 1998 Member, Board of Trustees, North Monroe Hospital, Monroe, LA
1993 - 1996 Member, Citizen Advisory Council, Riverwood International Corporation
1992 - 1993 Member, Advisory Board, Children's Hospital at St Francis Medical Center, Monroe, LA
1991 - 1992 Member, Leadership Ouachita: One of 35 individuals selected by the Monroe, Louisiana Chamber of Commerce to participate in a leadership program promoting community leadership and decision-making.
Professional Society Service, Journal Review, External Peer Review
2008 - Pres. Lifetime Member, Paracelsus Circle. Society of Toxicology Education Endowment Fund. 43 1997 - Pres. External Peer Reviewer for Tenure and/or Promotion Applications Dr. Carolyn Drews-Botsch, Emory University (to Professor) Dr. Shawn Gerstenberger, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (to Professor) Dr. Sam Mahrous, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy (tenure) Dr. Glenda Rakes, University of Tennessee at Martin (tenure) Dr. Pankaj Desai, University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy (tenure) Dr. Steven Holladay, Virginia Tech College of Vet. Medicine (tenure) Dr. Louis Ace, University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy (to Professor) Dr. Robert Judd, Auburn University College of Vet. Medicine (tenure)
1992 - 1993 Vice-President, South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology
1989 - 1991 Councilor, South Central Chapter, Society of Toxicology
1986 - 1988 Member, Science and Technical Committee, Environmental Working Group. A coalition of California business, industry and agriculture formed to prepare toxicology-related materials for State agencies and panels implementing Prop.65 (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act).
1980 - 1999 Reviewer of texts or manuscripts for Toxicology Letters, Life Sciences (Pharmacology Letters), Journal of Ethnopharmacology, American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, John Wiley and Sons Publishers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION, HONORS, AND AWARDS
Administrative Recognition
2009 Honorary Membership in the Golden Key International Honor Society nominated by student members for service and support to the academic success of students at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
2008 Faculty Member of the Month awarded by the Residence Housing Association for commitment to inspiring and supporting students in the academic environment at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
2006 The Ferguson Fellowship established by the UNLV Graduate College for the support of a masters or doctoral student with demonstrated excellence in research and scholarship.
2006 Presidential Citation for Long-Standing and Meritorious Service to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas
2001 Habitat for Health Award. Given by the UNLV Health Promotion Graduate Program for dedication to the principles of health promotion while providing mentorship or exemplar status for others. 1999 Presidential Citation for Exemplary Leadership and Extraordinary Service to the University of Louisiana, Monroe.
Teaching and Research Awards 44 2009 Inclusion into Who’s Who in Pharmacy Higher Education.
1999 Grand Prize Award for Res Scholaris, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Annual Meeting (Photographic Design).
1997 Grand Prize Award for Res Scholaris, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Annual Meeting (Scientific Feature Writing).
1996 Award of Excellence for Res Scholaris, Council forThe Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Annual Meeting (General Writing).
1992 Teacher of the Year, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Northeast Louisiana University.
1991 Outstanding Faculty Member, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Award by the Residence Hall Association, Northeast Louisiana University.
1990 Researcher of the Year, Northeast Louisiana University. Award sponsored by the Northeast Louisiana University Alumni Association.
1990 Outstanding Faculty Member, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Awarded by Omicron Delta Kappa (Honor Society at Northeast Louisiana University).
1990 Researcher of the Year, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Northeast Louisiana University.
1989 Outstanding Faculty Mentor, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Awarded by the Mortar Board Society (Honor Society at Northeast Louisiana University). Scholarship Awards
1996 Initiated into the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.
1979 Initial Recipient of the Society of Toxicology Research Fellowship Award. Sponsored by the Procter and Gamble Co. (national competition for graduate students in toxicology). UC Davis.
1978 University of California Regents Fellowship in Pharmacology and Toxicology. UC Davis.
1978, 1980 National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Training Grant in Toxicology. UC Davis.
1979, 1980 University of California Jastro-Shields Research Scholarship. UC Davis.
1970, 1974 John Stauffer Science Fellowship,Sperry and Hutchinson Foundation Scholarship; Varsity Letterman, Tennis Team. Whittier College.
INVITED PRESENTATIONS 45 University Seminars
Twenty Five Years of Louisiana Toxicology (2007). 25th Anniversary Celebration of the ULM Toxicology Program: Keynote Address. University of Louisiana, Monroe.
The Engaged Research University: A 21st Century Vision (2006). Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA.
The Engaged Research University: A 21st Century Vision (2005). The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL.
Creating Academic Vision (2005). East Carolina University, Greenville, NC.
Current Issues and Directions in Graduate Education (2004). The University of Washington Graduate School. Seattle, WA.
Maintaining Academic Quality in the Midst of Rapid University Growth (2002). Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.
Current Perspectives on Public Health Education and Practice. (2001). University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK.
Developing an Administrative Style Based Upon Academic Core Values (2001). Butler University, Indianapolis, IN.
Strategic Directions in Graduate Studies and Research (1999). San Jose State University, San Jose, CA.
Promoting Good Science: The Key to Public Health in the 21st Century (1997). San Diego State University Graduate School of Public Health, San Diego, CA.
The Role of the Lung in Carbofuran Disposition: A Model for Inhaled Carbamate Insecticides (1993). University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Minneapolis, MN.
Carbofuran: A Model of Inhaled Pesticide Toxicity (1989). Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS.
Principles of Industrial Toxicology (1989). Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
Regulations and Health Risk Assessment (1988).Southwestern Univ. School of Law. Los Angeles CA .
The Toxicologist and Health Hazard Determinations (1987). San Diego State University Graduate School of Public Health, San Diego, CA.
Liver Biopsy in Rhesus Monkeys (1979). Letterman Research Institute. San Francisco, CA.
State/Regional Meetings and Conferences
That Vision Thing. Keynote Address with Dr. Kay Bales. LEAD Greek Student Leadership 46 Symposium. Ball State University. (2015).
Connecting College and Career. Conference Facilitator, H. Kent Weldon Annual Conference for Higher Education, Indiana Commission for Higher Education. (2015).
The Legacy and Passion for Peace of Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Address. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Breakfast. Ball State University (2015). Muncie, IN.
Presidential Panel: Plenary Response to Keynote Address by Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin. 150 Years After Morrill: New Models and New Expectations-Redefining Higher Education’s Role in Local and Regional Economic Impact (2012). New England Board of Higher Education Regional Meeting. Boston, MA.
Presidential Panel. American College & University President’s Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) Regional Symposium (2011). Boston, MA.
Living in a World of Toxic Chemicals (2009). Presentation to Middle School and High School students. SCIFEST 2009: The International Science Festival. St. Louis, MO.
Lessons in Leadership from Abraham Lincoln. Community event presenting acclaimed historian, Doris Kearns Goodwin, in celebration of the Lincoln Bicentennial sponsored by the SIUE Graduate School and Office of the Provost. Hosted and formally introduced Dr. Goodwin Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville (2009).
A Toxicologist in the Land of Philosophers: Introductory Comments Revisiting Socrates and Hemlock (2007). Illinois Philosophical Association Annual Conference. Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
Having the Heart of an Apprentice (2007). Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Initiation Ceremony and School of Pharmacy Awards Banquet Keynote Addresses. Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
A Conversation on Energy. Community event sponsored by ConocoPhillips and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville providing public discussion on current energy issues related to public policy, energy conservation, public and environmental health (2007). Hosted and served as Panel Moderator.
Public Health Education and Training in Nevada (2003). Nevada Public Health Association Annual Meeting. Las Vegas, NV.
The Emerging Role of Technology Transfer in a Rapidly Developing Research University (2003). Best of the New West Entrepreneurship Public Policy Forum. Incline Village, NV
UNLV as an Engaged Research University (2003). Nevada Alliance for Defense, Energy and Business, Las Vegas, NV.
Understanding Drugs Used for Special Needs (1994). Annual LEEP Summer Institute on Best Practices in Early Intervention for Preschoolers with Special Needs. Northeast Louisiana University College of Education.
Environmental Impact on Cancer Risk (1992). Symposium on Cancer in Louisiana sponsored by the American Cancer Society, Baton Rouge, LA. 47
Toxicology and Chemical Risk Assessment (1992). Symposium on Cancer in Louisiana sponsored by the Louisiana Chemical Association, Baton Rouge, LA.
Assessing Risks (1992). Earth Talks - a panel discussion for Baton Rouge business and community leaders. Baton Rouge, LA.
Earth Day and the Impact on Environmental Awareness (1992). Earth Day Keynote Address, Northeast Louisiana University, Monroe, LA.
The NLU Toxicology Program (1991). Role, Scope and Mission Presentation, Louisiana Board of Regents Planning and Research Committee, Baton Rouge, LA.
Chemicals and Cancer in Louisiana (1991). Joint Senate Committee on Cancer, Louisiana State Senate, Baton Rouge, LA.
The NLU Toxicology Program (1991). Louisiana Environmental Federation, Shreveport, LA.
Natural Toxins in Louisiana (1990). Northeast Louisiana University Pharmacy Continuing Education Series. Shreveport, Monroe, Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA.
Placing Chemical Hazards in Perspective (1990). Annual Meeting of The Louisiana/ Mississippi Societies of Medical Technologists, Jackson, MS.
Respiratory Physiology and Pathology (1990). Northeast Louisiana University Pharmacy Continuing Education Series. Shreveport, Lake Charles, Baton Rouge and Monroe, LA.
Pesticide Metabolism and Toxicity (1989). Sigma Xi Society. Northeast Louisiana University, Monroe, LA.
Placing Hazards in Perspective (1988). California Fertilizer Association Meeting. Visalia, CA.
Environmental Carcinogens (1983). Northeast Louisiana University Pharmacy Continuing Education Series. Shreveport, Monroe, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, LA. Carcinogens in the Louisiana Environment (1983). Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. New Orleans, LA.
National Conferences
Making the Case for Graduate Education with your President and Board (2015). Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) Summer Workshop Plenary Session. Quebec, Canada.
Making Informed Decisions Regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance Investing (2015). The Foundation Leadership Forum, Association of Governing Boards (AGB). Naples, FL.
Creating a Campus Culture of Sustainability (2014). The Presidents’ Climate Leadership Summit. Boston, MA
Strategies for Improving the Capital Infrastructure, Targeting and Securing Financial Resources. (2013). Janet Waldron, Tracy Filosa, James Kadamus, and Paul W. Ferguson. Association of 48 Public and Land Grant Universities Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C.
A Sustainability State of Mind: Smart Growth for UMaine as a Green Campus with Blue Sky Thinking (2013). American College and University President’s Climate Commitment Steering Committee Meeting, Portland, OR.
Evolving Challenges for the 21st Century Land Grant University: Reaffirming Relevance and Mission (2012). Plenary Presentation, The Justin Morrill Symposium, The Justin Morrill Homestead, Strafford, VT.
More Than a Village: It Takes a University. New Models for Enrollment Management (2010). American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) Academic Affairs Summer Meeting. Chicago, IL. (Paul W. Ferguson, Susan L. Thomas, and Scott Belobrajdic).
An Introduction to Toxicology: Science for the Millennium (1999). Paracelsus Goes to the K-12 Classroom Workshop for Teachers. 38th Annual Meeting of the Society of Toxicology. New Orleans, LA
How to Determine "Good Science" (1993). Interpreting and Reporting Health and Environmental Risk: An Interactive Health Risk Communication Conference. Louisiana State University Manship School of Mass Communication and The Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, LA.
Foundations for Understanding Chemical Risks (1993). Cancer Incidence and Risk along the Industrial Corridor: Seventh Annual Ramsay Oncology Lecture. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, LA.
Toxicology and The Health Sciences (1993). Second Forum on Undergraduate Education in Toxicology, Society of Toxicology Annual Meeting, (Session Co-Chair). New Orleans, LA.
Linkage of a Large General Course to Upper Division Coursework (1992). Society of Toxicology Forum on Undergraduate Toxicology Coursework. Seattle, WA.
Principles of Risk Management (1989). 21st Annual National Conference on Radiation Control, Baton Rouge, LA.
Carbofuran Disposition in the Rat after Aerosol Inhalation (1983). Inhalation Toxicology Symposium. Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry. Arlington, VA.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MEETINGS ATTENDED
Higher Education Administration
American College & University President’s Climate Change Commitment Steering Committee Planning Meeting/Launch of the new Climate Leadership Network. Decatur, GA. October 4-5, 2015.
Association of Governing Boards (AGB) Foundation Leadership Forum. Naples, FL. January, 2015.
Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) 125th Annual Meeting. Denver, CO. 49 November, 2012. Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Council of Presidents Summer Meeting and Celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the Morrill Land Grant Act. Library of Congress and Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C. June, 2012.
American College & University Presidents’ Climate Change Commitment Leadership Summit. American University, Washington, D.C. June, 2012.
Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Council on Academic Affairs Summer Meeting. National Research Agenda, Defining the “New Normal” Fiscal Climate, The Future of Doctoral Education, Promoting Baccalaureate Degree Attainment by Community College Students, Successful University STEM Programs. Portland, OR., July, 2010.
Re-Inventing Higher Education: Designing Learning Environments for the 21st Century. AASCU/EDUCAUSE Presidential Team Conference, University of Central Florida. (Team Leader) July, 2010.
Legal Issues in Higher Education. University of Vermont 17th Annual Conference. Campus Violence and Crime, Race on Campus, Professional Ethics for Faculty and Administration, Performance Reviews, Federal Higher Education Legislation. October, 2007.
Teaching, Learning and Faculty Work. Chief Academic Officers Annual Winter Meeting, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) San Antonio, TX. Feb. 2007.
Symposium on Global Learning for the 21st Century. American Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU). Georgetown University, Washington, D.C., January, 2007.
Strategies for Campus Leadership. Technology Trends that are Transforming Academe. The Chronicle of Higher Education Technology Forum. Las Vegas, NV. November, 2006.
Successful Public University Research Parks; A Nation of Learners; Conflict of Interest from the Individual to the Institution; 2005 NRC Assessment of Doctoral Programs: Report on Methodology and Launch of Implementation; Recognizing, Promoting, and Measuring Excellence in the Humanities. National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC) Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, November, 2003.
Electronic Theses and Dissertations; Legal Issues in Graduate Education; Evolving Role of the Graduate Dean. Council of Graduate Schools Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA December 5- 9, 2000.
Evaluator Training and Orientation Workshop. Northwest Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges, Seattle, WA. February, 2000.
Contemporary Issues in Graduate Education (Graduate Certificates, Preparing Future Faculty Programs, Assessing the Quality of Doctoral Education, New Professional Master’s Degrees, New Computer Databases for Student Management). Annual Meeting of the Council of Graduate Schools, Washington, D.C. December, 1999.
Teaching and Learning: New Paradigms for the 21st Century. Annual Meeting, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Atlanta, GA. December 6-8. 1998. 50 Legal Issues in Higher Education (Employment Law Update, Top Ten Hiring and Firing Mistakes, Separating Fact from Fiction on Campus, Sexual Harassment Programs, Campus Trends in Employment Relations, Key Things to Consider in Employing Faculty, Revisiting the Student Code of Conduct). University of Vermont 8th Annual Conference. October 4-6, 1998.
Conducting Accreditation Self-Studies. Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Annual Meeting. December, 1996, Nashville, TN
Strategies For Changing Times in Higher Education. January 25-26,1996, National Science Foundation. Baton Rouge, LA.
Fund Raising and Graduate School Advisory Councils, Review of Academic Programs, Student-Faculty Interactions: The Graduate Dean as Problem Solver. December 6-9, 1994, Council of Graduate Schools, Seattle, WA.
Uses of High-Tech in Graduate School Operations. February 19-21, 1994, Conference of Southern Graduate Schools, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Developing Trends in Accreditation for Higher Education, Planning Strategies for an Uncertain Future. December 16-17, 1993, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Atlanta, GA.
Positive Negotiating Skills. July 29-31, 1987, Situation Management Systems, Inc., Los Angeles, CA.
Face to Face Communication. June 12-14, 1985, RMA Consulting, Los Angeles, CA.
Basic Leadership. May 29-31, 1985, Keilty, Goldsmith and Boone, Los Angeles, CA.
Scientific Courses and Symposia
Cytokines as Indicators of Toxicity: The Immune System and Beyond. March, 1998. Annual Meeting of the Society of Toxicology. Seattle, WA.
Advanced Topics in Risk Assessment. March 14, 1993, Society of Toxicology.New Orleans, LA. Physiologically - Based Pharmacokinetic Models. February 23, 1992, Society of Toxicology, Seattle, WA.
Target Organ Toxicity: The Respiratory Tract, Advanced Metabolism. February 12, 1990, Society of Toxicology, Miami Beach, FL.
Diabetes: Education Update. October 21, 1989, North Monroe Hospital, Monroe, LA.
Regulatory Toxicology: Assessment of Human and Environmental Health Hazards. February 27, 1989, Society of Toxicology, Atlanta, GA.
The Determination of "No Significant Risk" Under Proposition 65. December 16, 1987, University of California, Davis, Davis, CA.
LD50 Requirements for Pesticides Approval-Past, Present and Future Man-Made Fibers and Chronic Disease. July 13-17, 1987, The Toxicology Forum, Aspen, CO. 51
Comparison of Genetic Versus Receptor Mediated Mechanisms in Carcinogenesis - Carcinogen Risk Assessment. April 6-8, 1987, Society for Risk Analysis, National Academy of Sciences, Washington, DC.
Quantitative Methodology for Cancer Risk Assessment: Environmental Toxicology. March 3, 1986, Society of Toxicology, New Orleans, LA.
Mid-America Toxicology Course. April 28-May 3, 1985, University of Kansas, Kansas City, KS.
Renal Toxicology. March 18, 1985, Society of Toxicology, San Diego, CA.
Advances in Health Risk Assessment For Systemic Toxicants and Chemical Mixtures. October 23-25, 1984, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Cincinnati, OH.
Effluent Toxicity Testing. August 10, 1984, Society of Environ.Toxicology and Chemistry Aurora, CO.
Basic Concepts of Immunotoxicology. February 22, 1982, Society of Toxicology, Boston, MA.
Inhalation Toxicology. March 2, 1981, Society of Toxicology, San Diego, CA.