Rhatigan Student Center Renovation Process Prepared for Higher Learning Commission

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Information and Approval Steps Leading to the Rhatigan Student Center Renovation

Additional information Information and Approval Steps Leading to the Rhatigan Student Center Renovation Process Prepared for Higher Learning Commission

Minutes from the October 29. 2009 Meeting of the RSC Renovation Committee

• Three students attended the meeting: Zach Gearhart, Jessica White and Ivy Mullen • Zach Gearhart, Student Body President, was scheduled to attend the meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents to introduce the RSC Renovation project • Wade Robinson, Vice President for Campus Life and University Relations, updated the Committee on meetings held with Academic Affairs, WSU Alumni Association, and the Office of Multicultural Affairs concerning the RSC Renovation

Memorandum from Wade Robinson. Vice President for Campus Life and University Relations, on February 20, 2010 to the President's Advisory Staff Concerning the Rhatigan Renewal Student Survey

• Dr. Wade Robinson informed the President's Advisory Staff on the need to conduct a survey of the student body concerning the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Although there was not policy or statute requiring a survey, it was decided that it was important to get the input of currently enrolled students.

Minutes of the March 10, 2010 Meeting ofthe Wichita State University Student Government Association Approving the Required Debt Service for the RSC Remodeling Project

"RSC Remodeling Project-Department requested $2,500,126. Committee recommended $2,500,126. There were no questions. Passed by a roll call vote of 15-8-1."

Agenda Item for the Fiscal Affairs and Audit Committee of the Kansas Board of Regents for the December 14, 2011 Meeting Concerning the Adoption of the Bond Resolution to Issue Revenue Bonds through the Kansas Development Finance Authority (KDFA)

• Bonds were to be issued in an amount not to exceed $33 million plus costs and reserves • Purpose of the bonds was to finance the costs of renovating, making improvements to, and · equipping the Rhatigan Student Center • Bonds were to be secured and debt serviced with a pledge of a dedicated per credit hour student fee and other appropriate, unencumbered special revenue funds of the University

1 Information and Approval Steps Leading to the Rhatigan Student Center Renovation Process Prepared for Higher Learning Commission

Minutes from the December 14-15, 2011 Meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents

"General Counsel Julene Miller presented a proposed Resolution for Wichita State University that would authorize the issuance of revenue bonds in one or more series in an aggregate amount not to exceed $33,000,000 plus costs and reserves. The purpose of the bonds is to finance the costs of renovating, making improvements to, and equipping the Rhatigan Student Center. The bonds will be secured and debt serviced with a pledge of a dedicated per credit hour student fee and other appropriate, unencumbered special revenue funds of the University. This Resolution also contains language that allows the refinancing of series 2002P student housing bonds. Regent Downey-Schmidt made a motion to adopt the Resolution and to authorize the Chair and the President and CEO to execute the Resolution and related bond documents. Following the second of Regent Perkins, the motion carried."

2 RSC Renovation Committee Meeting Notes

October 29, 2009

Attending:

Wade Robinson Jim Herrman John Gist Maria Ciski Gary Brichacek Zach Gearhart Woody Depontier Jessica White David White Ivy Mullen Philip Jordan Don Burris Chuck Roush Mary Herrin

Zach Gearhart mentioned that he was scheduled to attend the Board of Regents meeting to introduce the RSC Renovation.

Jim Herrman and David White discussed re-evaluation of the Building Design.

Jim Herrman discussed campus departments that have expressed interest in being represented inside the RSC when the renovation is complete. Those departments included: • Post Office • Print Shop • Alumni Association • Office of Multicultural Affairs

Wade Robinson updated on meetings held with Academic Affairs, Alumni Association, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Mary Herrin.

There was discussion on the cost of the building and how the amount would be funded.

Elizabeth King will meet with the Foundation board in mid February or March to discuss whether they will take the project as a fund raising effort.

There was discussion as to what areas would be renovated and that at this time consideration is being given to a phased renovation. Wade Robinson discussed that the RSC renovation would be phased. Phase 1 would renovate the RSC. Phase 2 would consider renovation of areas to the west of the RSC including the CAC Theater. Questions were asked about the proximity of Human Resources and if that building would be included in future renovation plans.

Wade Robinson and Jim Herrman discussed the timeline. • February 2010 - Student Fee Hearings • February/March 2010-A decision on the part of the Foundation to take on the project and assist with fundraising Herrin, Mary

From: Robinson, Wade Sent: Saturday, February 20, 201 O 2:00 PM To: Beggs, Don; Ayres, Ted; Hutchinson, John; Sexton, Eric; Schlapp, Andrew; Robinson, Wade; Herrin, Mary; King, Elizabeth; Miller, Gary Cc: Herrman, Jim Subject: Rhatigan Renewal Student Survey

**Confidential Message**

Good afternoon everyone. I want to update the President's Advisory Staff on an important item so you are aware of the latest with the Rhatigan Renewal project. Late this past week Jim Herrman and I decided that we would conduct a brief student survey about the Rhatigan Renewal project as we move forward with the planning and approval processes. The feedback we have received this past month in all our presentations and information sessions has been overwhelmingly positive and supportive of the project. It is obvious for several reasons that we need to quantify the level of support as we move forward through the various levels of approval. As a result, we will be conducting a very brief survey of students enrolled in Spring 2010. While there is no policy or statute requiring us to do this it is important we do this survey.

Several people are working at this time to make this happen and the plan is to do it Monday and Tuesday this week. The plan is that the e-mail message below will be sent mid-morning on Monday to all students currently emolled this Spring semester. There will be an embedded web link that does not yet exist (it will be set up Monday morning) that students can click on to go directly to the short survey and overview. I am working to contact people who work with current WSU students in different capacities to let them know what we are doing and ask that they encourage students to go to their official Wichita State (wichita.edu) e-mail address and please respond to the survey.

I will confirm with you Monday m~rning when the web link is active and when the e-mail will be going out to all students. Please do not communicate anything to students or other staff until I send you my note Monday morning in case there are any problems moving the survey from the test environment and taking it live. Students will need to log on with their MYWSU ID and password and they will only be able to complete the survey one time. The survey is brief and we are only asking two questions. We are asking if they support the Rhatigan Renewal project and how frequently they use the Rhatigan Student Center. There is an information section in case they are not aware of the project and have not attended an information session, visited the Rhatigan Renewal web page, or visited the Rhatigan Renewal Facebook page.

The importance of doing this Monday and Tuesday of this week is because the results will be important in the discussion of student fees that will take place Wednesday of this week. Let me know if you have any questions and I will be connecting again with you Monday morning.

Thanks,

Wade

************ February 22, 2010

Dear Students,

We need your immediate help.

1 Over the past four weeks students and staff members at WSU have been presenting information across campus about the renovation and addition project being proposed for the Rhatigan Student Center. The feedback and ideas from students have been very helpful as we move forward in the project planning and approval process. I am asking you to complete a brief survey so I can gather additional student feedback regarding the project. Please use the following link and complete the survey by 5:00 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, February 23rd).

(WEB LINK)

Thank you for your continued involvement in the Rhatigan Renewal project.

Sincerely,

Wade A. Robinson, Ph.D. Vice President for Campus Life & University Relations

GO SHOCKERS!

Thinkers, Doers, Movers & Shockers

WICIH :IT.A STATE UNIVERSITY

2 Wichita State Universi\,,J · Student Government Association 2009-2010 Student Senate Minutes Twenty-Third Meeting, March 10, 2010

I. CALL TO ORDER Vice President White called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL Roll was called with Senators Hefley, Sullard and Wilson absent.

ID. PUBLIC FORUM Dr. Jim Rhatigan addressed the Senate regarding his support of the Rhatigan Renewal'Project.

Jeff Emerson spoke in regard to the Rhatigan Renewal Project and advised he was not in support of the project. Question by Senator Hassan.

Joe Woodward, WSU Student, spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Ketteman, Goss, Hassan, T. Emerson, Shore, Islam, Tokunboh, Wong and President Gearhart.

Adam Ferri, WSU Student, addressed the Senate regarding his support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Ketteman, Wong, Hassan, Goss, J. Emerson, Buller and President Gearhart.

-Vice-President White called a ten minute recess.

-Vice-President White called the meeting back into order at 8:06 p.m.

Chelsea Johnson, WSU Student, spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal.

Kelly Eaton, WSU Student, spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Ketteman, Hassan, Shore, Tokunboh, Goss and Eshghi.

Brent Bowers spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators T. Emerson and Eshghi.

Vanessa Foster, WSU Student, spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project.

Brittany Carson spoke in support of the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Tokunboh, Hassan, Shore, Goss, Ketteman, President Gearhart and Vice-President White.

Marcus Crump and Andre Steel, WSU Student, spoke in support for the Rhatigan'Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Hansen, Miller, Tokunboh, Goss, Eshghi and President Gearhart. There was a motion and a second to close the question. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

-There was a motion and a second to extend the meeting past 9:30 p.m.

Vice-President of Campus Life and University Relations Dr. Wade Robinson addressed Senate in regard to the benefits of the Rhatigan Renewal and explained the funding. Questions by Senators Buller, Goss, Miller, Eshghi, Ketteman, McNeal, Islam and T. Emerson.

-Vice-President White called at a ten minute recess.

-Vice-President White called the meeting back into order at 10: 10 p.m.

1 Dean of Students Dr. Cheryl Adams addressed senate regarding the student fees process.

Senator Tyler Emerson spoke in opposition to the Rhatigan Renewal Project. Questions by Senators Goss, Shore, Rongkawit, McNeal, Islam, Tokunboh, Hassan, Wong and President Gearhart. There was a motion and a second to close question. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

V. OFFICERS REPORTS A. Zach Gearhart, President of the Association -No report. B. Jessica White, Vice President of.the Association -Advised of the rules of debate for the meeting. -Questions by Senators Buller and Shore. C. Elizabeth Pearson, Treasurer of the Association -Discussed the previous audit and an error in the previous Treasurer's accounting.

VI. OTHER REPORTS A. Samantha Ternes, Director of Public Relations -Was absent and left no report. B. Stacy Goss, Legislative Director -Advised of amendments that she had worked on. -Announced a Safety Awareness Seminar that would be discussed after Spring Break. C. Terecia Miller, Campus Issues Chair -Discussed issues being covered in the Campus Issues Committee regarding International Students, surveys, students with disabilities, transportation, resource packets and vending machines. D. Matthew Sullard, Academics Chair ~Absent and left no report. E. Seth Rongkawit, Budget and Finance Chair - Discussed recommendations for funding of Safe Riders.

VII. OLD BUSINESS A. FB030 - Student Fees Special Request Vice-President White presenteq Item A. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read. There were.no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

B. FB031 - Student Fees Special Request Vice-President White presented Item B. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read. Question by Senator Miller. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

C. FB032 - Student Fees Special Request Vice-President White presented Item C. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read . .Questions by Senators Hassan and Islam. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

D. FB033 - Student Fees Special Request Vice-President White presented Item D. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

E. FB034 - Intra-Agency Transfer Vice-President White presented Item E. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote, Passed by a voice vote.

F. FB035 - Intra-Agency Transfer Vice-President White presented Item F. Treasurer Pearson let the printed copy stand as being read. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. 2 I • Passt .JY a voice vote. I, ·

G. FY'll Student Fees Budget Vice-President White presented Item G and amended the Agenda to ready FY' 11 and not FY' 10. Treasurer Pearson gave reading to the Student Fees Budget. Fixed Line Items Educational Opportunity Fund - Department requested $206,328. Committee recommended $206,328. Question by Senator Ketteman. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. ICAA Operations - Department requested $2,178,419. Committee recommended $2,178,419. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Koch Areria-Bank of New York- Department requested $585,000. Committee recommended $585,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Building Excellence Campaign-Phase 1 (Eck Stadium) - Department requested $169,400. Committee recommended $169,400. Questions by Senators Hassan and Goss. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Sub-Total ICAA - Departments requested $2,933,019. Committee recommended $2,933,019. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. International Scholarship Fund - Department requested $25,000. Committee recommended $25,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Rhatigan Student Center Operations:-- Department requested $2,082,080. Committee recommended $2,082,080. Questions by Senators Ketteman, Wong and Hassan. Senators Buller and Goss debated. Senator Buller inquired of Administration. Dr. Robinson and Dean Adams commented. There was a motion and a second to end debate. Vice-President White called a yoice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Vice-President White called a voice vote for the Rhatigan Student Center Operations. Passed by a voice vote. RSC Repair and Replacement Reserve - Department n~quested $104,720. Committee recommended $104,720. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

--Vice~President White called a ten minute recess.

-Vice-President White called the meeting back into order at 12: 17 a.m.

RSC Remodeling Project- Department requested $2,500,126. Committee recommended $2,500,126. There were no questions. Senators Buller, Ketteman, Shore, Eshghi and McNeal debated. Vice-President White passed the gavel to Legislative Director Goss and spoke in debate. Senators Buller, Ketteman, Goss, Eshghi, Islam, T. Emerson, Tokunboh, Wong, Rongkawit, Hassan, J. Emerson, Goss and Treasurer Pearson continued the debate. There was a motion and a second to close debate and move to the previous question. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Vice-President White called a roll call vote for the RSC Remodeling Project. Passed by a roll call vote of 15-8-1. Subtotal Rhatigan Student Center - Department requested $4,686,926. Committee recommended $4,686,926. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice President White called a roll call vote. Passed by a roll call vote of 14-8-1. Sunflower Operations - Department requested $155,500. Committee recommended $153,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Sunflower Equipment Reserve - Department requested $5,000. Committee recommended $5,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Subtotal Sunflower- Department requested $160,500. Committee recommended $158,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

3 -Trea,,yier Pearson read the Total Fixed Line Items-1v.«1 _._,Jdget Requests was $8,011,773. Total Committee Recommendations was $8,009,273. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a roll call vote. Passed by a roll vote of 15-7-2.

Non-Fixed Line Items Baja SAE (Engineering) - Department requested $22,039. Committee recommended $22,039. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Basketball Band - Department requested $51,051. Committee recommended $51,051. Senator Miller spoke in regard to the recommendation. Questions by Senators Tokunboh and Rongkawit. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

-Vice-President White called a five minute recess.

-Vice-President White called the meeting back into order at 2:18 a.m.

CDC Assistant Teacher Program - Department requested $115,000. Committee recommended $115,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Center for Student Leadership- Department requested $225,300. Committee recommended $153,300. There were no questions. Senators Buller, Goss, McNeal, Wong, Miller, Hassan, Shore, Eshghi, Rongkawit, President Gearhart and Dean Adams debated. There was a motion and a second to end the debate. Vice-President White called a roll call vote to end debate. Motion failed with a vote of 8-9. Senator Hassan continued debate. There was a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion failed due to a lack of a second. Senators Ketteman, Hansen, Miller, Islam; Shore, Treasurer Pearson and Dr. Robinson continued debate. There was a motion and a second to end debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Vice-President White called a voice vote regarding the committee's recommendation for the funding of the Center for Student Leadership of $153,000. Passed by a voice vote with four voting against. · Coop. Education Program-Services - Department requested $9,000. Committee recommended $9,000. Question by Senator Ketteman. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Crit-0-Rama - Department requested $3,200. Committee recommended $3,200. Questions by Senators Hassan and Ketteman. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Spirit Squad - Department requested $68,001. Committee recommended $60,500. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Spirit Squad-National Competition - Department requested $20,800. Committee recommended $20,800. Question by Senator Ketteman. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Dance Squad - Department requested $26,642. Committee recommended $26,642. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Dance Squad-National Competition - Department requested $14,200. Committee recommended $14,200. Question by Senator T. Emerson. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Heskett Center Operating Account- Department requested $580,849. Committee recommended $588,280. Question by Senator Hassan. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Capital Equipment Reserve - Department requested $25,000. Committee recommended $25,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Sports Clubs- Department requested $31,785. Committee recommended $31,785. Question by Senator Ketteman. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. 4 WSU Rowing Team- Department reqm,--v-· .,1·_85,571. Committee recommended $185,571. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Total - Department requested $823,205. Committee recommended $830,636. Question by Senator Hansen. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Mikrokosmos - Department requested $3,000. Committee recommended $3,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Model UN - Department requested $16,660. Committee recommended $16,660. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Safe Ride Program - Department requested $85,000. Committee recommended $85,000, with a proviso that future student fee funding may be reduced if outside funding is found for the program. Question by Vice-President White. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. SGA Individual Allocations - Department requested $12,500. Committee recommended $12,500. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. · SGA Office Expenditures - Department requested $101,272. Committee recommended $101,272. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. SGA Allocations - Department requested $40,000. Committee recommended $40,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Shuttle Bus - Depa1tment requested $3,000. Committee recommended $3,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called·a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Student Activities Council - Department requested $128,300. Committee . recommended $128;300. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by avoice vote. · Student Advocate - Department requested $11,929. Committee recommended $11,679. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Student Health- Department requested $696,303. Committee recommended $666,571. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Student Legal Aid - Department requested $3,000. Committee recommended $3,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Formula Team-Engineering- Department requested $23,155. Committee recommended $23,155. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Shift Space Gallery- Department requested $42,485. Committee recommended $38,623. Question by Senator Buller. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Collegiate Readership Program - Department requested $78,000. Committee recommended $78,000. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote. Other Requests and Allocations Counseling & Testing Ctr - Prevention Services - Department requested $32,909. Committee recommended $0_ There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

-Vice-President White called a five minute recess.

-Vice-President White called the meeting back into order at 3:57 a.m.

5 -Trea., __ .cr Pearson read the Total Non-Fixed Line Item" - ·1 utal Budget Requests was $2,655,951. Total Committee Recommendations was $2,517,128. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

-Treasurer Pearson read the Total Student Fees Budget-Total Budget Requests was $10,667,724. Total Committee Recommendations was $10,529,146. There were no questions. There was no debate. Vice-President White called a roll call vote. Passed by a roll call vote of 15-7-2.

VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Student Organization Recognition . Vice-President White presented Item A. There was a motion and a second to table New Business. Vice-President White called a voice vote. Passed by a voice vote.

B. FB036 - Intra-Agency Transfer

VIII. REMARKS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Senator Ketteman, Dean Adams and Treasurer Pearson remarked.

IX. FINAL ROLL CALL The meeting was adjourned with silent roll call at 4:07 a.m. on March 11, 2010.

6 RSG

Fiscal Affairs and Audit Consent Agenda Item December 14, 2011

ADOPT BOND RESOLUTION - RHATIGAN STUDENT CENTER - WSU

Summary and Staff Recommendation Wichita State University requests that the Board of Regents adopt a Resolution authorizing the issuance of KDFA Revenue Bonds in one or nwre series in an aggregate amount not to exceed $33,000,000 plus costs and reserves. The purpose of the Bonds is to finance the costs of renovating making improvements to, and equipping the Rhatigan Student Center. The Bonds will be secured and debt serviced with a pledge of a dedicated per credit hour student fee and other appropriate, unencumbered special revenue funds of the University.

KDFA and WSU would also like to take this opportunity to refinance series 2002P student housing bonds, and are requesting that the adopted Resolution contain authority to do so.

The Resolution further authorizes the Chair and the President and CEO to execute the Resolution, a Pledge of Revenues Agreement and various other documents relating to the security and payment of such Bonds in such form as is approved by the General Counsel to the Board and necessa1y to accomplish the purposes set forth in the Resolution and the issuance of the Bonds.

Background The Kansas Development Finance Authority (KDFA), created by the 1987 Kansas Legislature, K.S.A. 74-8901, et seq., has authority to issue bonds on behalf of the State for projects authorized by the Legislature. K.S.A. Supp. 74-8905(b) provides, in part, that:

The authority may issue bonds for activities and projects of state agencies as requested by the secretary of administration. Research facilities of state educational institutions shall be subject to the provisions of this subsection (b). No bonds may be issued pursuant to this act for any activity or project of a state agency unless the activity or project either has been approved by an appropriation or other act of the legislature or has been approved by the state finance council acting on this matter which is hereby characterized as a matter of legislative delegation and subject to the guidelines prescribed in subsection (c) of K.S.A. 75- 3711c, and amendments thereto.

A project to expand and renovate the Rhatigan Student Center was authorized by the Legislature in Chapter 118, Section 118(d) of the 2011 Kansas Session Laws, the latter of which provides:

In addition to the other purposes for which expenditures may be made by Wichita state university from the moneys appropriated from the state general fund or from any special revenue fund or funds for fiscal year 2012 or fiscal year 2013 ..., expenditures shall be made by Wichita state university from moneys appropriated JLN\600374.399\KBOR RESOLUTION (11-30-11) 1 from the state general fund or from the state general fund or funds (sic) or from any special revenue fund for fiscal year 2012 or for fiscal year 2013 to provide for the issuance of bonds by the Kansas development finance authority in accordance with KS.A. 74-8905, and amendments thereto, for a capital improvement project to construct Rhatigan student center: . . Provided, however, That expenditures from the moneys received from the issuance of any such bonds for such capital improvement project shall not exceed $33,000,000, plus all amounts required for costs of bond issuance, costs of interest on the bonds issued for such capital improvement project during the construction of such project, credit enhancement costs and any required reserves for payment of principal and interest on the bonds: And provided further, That all moneys received from the issuance of any such bonds shall be deposited and accounted for as prescribed. by applicable bond covenants: And provided further, That debt service for any such bonds for such capital improvement projects shall be financed by appropriations from any other appropriate special revenue fund or funds, including but not limited to, money deposited in such fund or funds from amounts derived pursuant to KS.A. 19-5001 et seq., and amendments thereto.

Pursuant to these authorizations, KDFA proposes to issue Revenue Bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $33,000,000, plus all amounts required for costs of issuance, costs of interest on such revenue bonds during the construction of the project, credit enhancement costs, and any required reserves for the payment of principal and interest on such revenue bonds, for the purpose of funding the bulk of the project.

Wichita State University has asked the Board of Regents to adopt a Resolution authorizing the issuance of such KDFA Revenue Bonds. The purpose of the Bonds is to finance the costs to renovate, improve and equip the Rhatigan Student Center on the Wichita State University campus. The bonds will be secured and debt serviced with a pledge of revenues derived by the University from a dedicated per credit hour student fee and other available unencumbered funds of the University.

The Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) has served the Wichita State University campus for the past 50 years. As the building has aged over the years, it has become increasingly apparent that areas of the building need to be upgraded in an effort to accommodate students, faculty and staff of the University. Many existing areas of the RSC fall short of meeting the needs of its patrons. These include a lack of space for the growing student-related departments within the RSC, antiquated elevators that no longer can be fixed due to a lack of replacement parts, need to meet or exceed ADAAG Standards concerning accessibility, a shortage of meeting space, deteriorating east patio, lack of natural light in the building, need for more student lounge space, and aging infrastructure that is inefficient and antiquated.

A study was commissioned in 2007 to have an architectural firm evaluate the existing building and the needs of all the departments, student groups, faculty and staff. After assessing the current needs and recognizing the potential for future growth, conceptual plans were developed that addressed the needs that were identified throughout the process of the study. The proposed plans include approximately 58,000 square feet of new space, an outdoor event area, renovation of 80% of the existing building, and upgrades to building infrastructure. The project is currently in the construction document phase. Following the bidding and contracting phase, it is anticipated that construction of the project will begin around May of 2012 with an approximate two year completion date. The newly remodeled facility is targeted for full occupancy during the summer of 2014.

KOFA and WSU would also like to take this opportunity to refinance series 2002P student housing bonds, and are requesting that the adopted Resolution contain authority to do so.

In conjunction with the issuance of the proposed bonds, since KOFA has and will incur expenses in relation to the issuance of the proposed bonds and subsequent administration of the Resolution and Pledge of Revenues Agreement(s), it will be necessary to execute an Administrative Agreement to provide for reimbursement of those expenses, as well as other documents and certificates necessary to accomplish the purposes set forth in the Resolution and the issuance and delivery of the bonds.

The Board is asked to approve the Resolution (set out in full below) which approves the issuance of the bonds and authorizes the Chair and the President and CEO of the Board to execute the Pledge Agreement and Administrative Agreement in such form as is approved by the General Counsel and to execute any and all other documents and certificates necessary to accomplish the purposes of the Resolution and the issuance of the bonds. Staff recommends approval of the resolution.

RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION OF THE KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS APPROVING THE ISSUANCE BY THE KANSAS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY OF ITS KANSAS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS (KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS - WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY) TO PROVIDE ALL OR A PORTION OF THE FUNDS NECESSARY TO RENOVATE, MAKE IMPROVEMENTS TO AND EQUIP THE RHATIGAN STUDENT CENTER LOCATED ON THE CAMPUS OF WICIDTA STATE UNIVERSITY AND TO REFUND CERTAIN KANSAS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY BONDS ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS AND WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PLEDGE OF REVENUES AGREEMENT AMONG THE KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS, WICIDTA STATE UNIVERSITY AND THE KANSAS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY THAT CONTAINS CERTAIN · COVENANTS AND PROVISIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE PLEDGE OF CERTAIN FUNDS OF WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY THAT WILL PROVIDE FOR THE PAYMENT OF SUCH BONDS.

WHEREAS, the Kansas Board of Regents (the "Board") is vested under the Constitution and laws of the State of Kansas with supervision and control over Wichita State University located in the City of Wichita, Kansas (the "University"), and is autho1ized under such laws to adopt this Resolution and perform, execute and carry out, or cause to be performed, executed and carried out, the powers, duties and obligations of the Board under this Resolution in connection with the University's Rhatigan Student Center located on the Wichita campus of the University (the "Student Center") and with the University's student housing facilities (the "Housing System"); and WHEREAS, the Board has heretofore detemrined that it is advisable to renovate, make improvements to and equip the Student Center (the "Project"); and

WHEREAS, the Project has been authorized by Chapter 118, Section 161(d) of the 2011 Kansas Session Laws (the "Act"); and

WHEREAS, the Board has adopted a requirement that state universities will fund annual maintenance, repair and rehabilitation from either gifts, existing university resources, student fees or operating revenues of said facilities and the University has a plan to do so for the Project; and

WHEREAS, the Act authorizes the Kansas Development Finance Authority (the "Authority"), on behalf of the Board and the University, to issue its revenue bonds with respect to the Project in one or more selies in an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $33,000,000, plus all amounts required for costs of bond issuance, costs of interest on such revenue bonds during the construction of the Project, credit enhancement costs and any required reserves for the payment of principal and interest on such revenue bonds (the "Project Bonds"); and

WHEREAS, the Act provides that the debt service for the Project Bonds shall be financed by appropriations from any appropriate special revenue funds or funds of the University; and

WHEREAS, prior to the issuance of the Project Bonds, the Authority will receive from the Secretary of Administration a request to issue revenue bonds for the purpose of financing costs the Project and paying related costs and reserves on behalf of the Board and the University; and

WHEREAS, the Authority has heretofore issued its Kansas Development Finance Authority Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2002P (Kansas Board of Regents - Wichita State University Housing System Renovation Project) dated October 1, 2002 (the "Series 2002P Bonds"); and

WHEREAS, in conjunction with the issuance of the Project Bonds it may be beneficial to the Board and the University to authorize the Authority to issue refunding revenue bonds (the "Refunding Bonds") to refund all or a portion of the outstanding Series 2002P Bonds; and

WHEREAS, the University has requested that the Project Bonds and the Refunding Bonds (collectively, the "Bonds") be issued by the Authority on behalf of the Board and the University pursuant to K.S.A. 74-8901 et seq.; and

WHEREAS, the University has advised the Board that the University intends to apply revenues derived from certain student fees to repayment of the Project Bonds and Housing System revenues and certain student fees to the repayment of the Refunding Bonds, but has requested that the Bonds be secured by the pledge of generally available unencumbered funds of the University; and

WHEREAS, the Board, upon recommendation of the University, hereby finds and detemrines that the Bonds be issued by the Authority on behalf of the Board and be secured by the pledge of generally available unencumbered funds of the University; and

WHEREAS, in conjunction with the issuance of the Bonds, it is necessary to authorize the execution of a Pledge of Revenues Agreement among the Board, the University and the Authority (the "Pledge Agreement"), which contains certain covenants and provisions with respect to the pledge of generally available unencumbered funds of the University, which will secure and provide for the payment of the Bonds; and

WHEREAS, it is recognized that the Authority has and will incur additional expenses in relation to the issuance of the Bonds and subsequent administration and enforcement of the Pledge Agreement; and the Board and the University desire to reimburse the Authority for said additional expenses through the execution of an Administrative Service Fee Agreement (the "Administrative Agreement"). NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Board hereby approves the issuance of the Project Bonds by the Authority on behalf of the Board and the University, in one or more series to finance all or a portion of the costs of the Project in an aggregate principal amount not in excess of the limitations described in the Act. The Board hereby further approves the issuance of the Refunding Bonds by the Authority on behalf of the Board, in one or more series to refund all or a portion of the Series 2002P Bonds. The Bonds shall be issued substantially in the form and with the repayment terms and provisions contained in the information presented to the Board by the Authority and the University, all as may be approved by the Chair or his/her designate and the General Counsel to the Board.

SECTION 2. The Board hereby authorizes and instructs the Chair and President and CEO of the Board to execute on behalf of the Board the Pledge Agreement, the Administrative Agreement and such other documents and certificates necessary to accomplish the purposes set forth in this Resolution and ·the issuance of the Bonds, in such forms as are approved by the General Counsel to the Board. The Board further authorizes the President of the University to execute on behalf of the University the Pledge Agreement, the Administrative Agreement and such other documents and certificates necessary to accomplish the purposes set forth in this Resolution and the issuance of the Bonds, in such forms as are approved by the General Counsel to the University.

SECTION 3. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption:

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We, the undersigned Chair and President and CEO of the Kansas Board of Regents (the "Board"), hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was lawfully adopted by the Board at its meeting held on December_, 2011.

KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS

(SEAL)

Ed McKechnie, Chair ATTEST:

By______Andy Tompkins, President and CEO KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS MINUTES December 14-15, 2011

The December 14, 2011, meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents was called to order by Vice Chairman Tim Emert at 1 :50 p.m. The meeting was held in Board offices located in the Curtis State Office Building, 1000 S.W. Jackson, Suite 520, Topeka. Proper notice was given according to law.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Ed McKechnie, Chairman Tim Emert, Vice Chairman Christine Downey-Schmidt Mildred Edwards Fred Logan Dan Lykins RobbaMoran Janie Perkins Kenny Wilk

APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regent Moran moved that the minutes of the November 16-17, 2011 meeting be approved. Following the second of Regent Perkins, the motion carried.

INTRODUCTIONS President Beggs reported that a statewide symposium called Kansas In Question - Beyond 150: Deciding Who We'll Become was held in Wichita earlier this month. The symposium featured individuals from across the State of Kansas who demonstrated leadership, responsibility and interest in the well-being of Kansas. President Beggs also introduced Wichita State University's Professor Ron Matson, who was named Teacher of the Year for outstanding undergraduate instruction. Chancellor Gray-Little introduced Stephen Mazza, KU's new dean of Law, and Kelsey Murrell, a KU student who received a Rhodes Scholarship.

GENERAL REPORTS

REPORT FROM CHAIR 1 Chairman McKechnie reported the Board hired the 16 h President of Emporia State University, Dr. Michael Shonrock, last week. He thanked the members of the Emporia State University presidential search committee and Interim President H. Edward Flentje. Chairman McKechnie stated that earlier this month he attended Wichita State University's commencement ceremonies, and the frrst meeting of the Wichita State University presidential search committee. Additionally, the Chairman announced that Board members will spend time with legislators on Wednesday, January 18 and that there will not be a regular Board meeting on that day. All January agenda items will be covered on Thursday, January 19. He also announced that the Thursday, May 17 Board meeting will be held at the Kansas City Kansas Community College campus. Kansas Board of Regents -2- December 14-15, 2011

REPORT FROM PRESIDENT AND CEO President Tompkins stated the Kansas Board of Regents received a $1.6 million grant from Jobs for the Future's Accelerating Opportunity Initiative. The award will help adults in Kansas earn credentials and skills needed to succeed in today's jobs. Additionally, this award aligns with the Board's second strategic goal, which is to achieve participation in the state's higher education system that better reflects the state's demography and more fully engages adult learners.

REPORT FROM COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS The Council of Presidents' report was presented by President Schulz. The Council received reports from the Council of Business Officers (COBO), the Council of Chief Academic Officers (COCAO), and the Council of Government Relations Officers (COGRO). COBO reported on proposed revisions to the Limited Retirement Health Care Bridge policy, which the Presidents approved and will forward to the Board for consideration, and a request from the universities' classified staff to further enhance their leave plan. The Council of Presidents will continue to discuss this issue with COBO. COCAO presented a new Ph.D. program in Journalism and Mass Communication for the University of Kansas, which the Council approved and will forward to the Board for consideration. COGRO reported they had their first meeting and the group will meet every Thursday during the legislative session. The Council of Presidents also thanked Dri Flentje for his service as ESU's interim president.

President Hammond stated the men and women serving in the military will soon be returning to Kansas. The six state universities, Board staff, the Kansas Department of Labor, and the Governor's Office are working together on how to help these individuals with their educational and career needs.

REPORT FROM COUNCIL OF FACULTY SENATE PRESIDENTS Tom Vontz presented the Council of Faculty Senate Presidents' report. · Mr. Yontz thanked Board staff for keeping the Council updated on transfer and articulation and presented several questions to the Board on quality assurance and course-specific outcomes. The Council also reviewed the Arizona Transfer Portal and overall, the Council believes it is an excellent informational tool. Additionally, the Council commended the System Council of Government Relations Officers for beginning work on a system-wide fact sheet that describes the value of higher education.

The Board asked the Council to present its questions on transfer and articulation to the Transfer and Articulation Task Force.

REPORT FROM STUDENTS' ADVISORY CON.[MJTTEE Tyler Thompson presented the Students' Advisory Committee report. Mr. Thompson stated some students attended the symposium Kansas in Question - Beyond 150: Deciding Who We'll Become held in Wichita earlier this month. The Committee worked with the Board's Director of Government Relations and Communications on selecting a date for the student's higher education day at the Statehouse, which is now scheduled for Monday, February 6. Additionally, the Committee plans to organize a community seivice project for the afternoon of February 6. Kansas Board of Regents - 3 - December 14-15, 2011

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Regent Edwards stated the Board's Academic Affairs Standing Committee reviewed performance agreements and the Academic Affairs section of the Board's policy manual.

FISCAL AFFAIRS AND AUDIT Regent Downey-Schmidt presented the Board's Fiscal Affairs and Audit Standing Committee report. The Committee reviewed the policy manual sections that were assigned to them and sent some of the policies back to the Council of Business Officers for further discussion. The Committee also discussed the EPSCoR grant awards and background on the new Tiered Technical Education Funding Formula.

GOVERNANCE The Governance Committee report was presented by Regent McKechnie. The Committee reviewed the CEO evaluation forms and approved the form that was used by the Regents last year. The Committee also reviewed and adopted a policy on the reporting of child sexual abuse. Those recommendations will be brought to the full Board.

AMEND AGENDA Chairman McKechnie amended the agenda to add "Approve Policy on Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse," as number 2 under D. Other Matters.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Regent Emert moved, with the second of Regent Lykins, that the Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried.

Fiscal Affairs and Audit

FY 2013 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN -KSU Kansas State University received approval to amend its FY 2013 Capital Improvements Plan to construct a physics research addition to Cardwell Hall. The new facility will be energy efficient and designed to LEED standards and will have the capacity for future expansion. The project's estimated cost is $14.4 million, which will be funded with private gifts. A combination of research and private funds will pay for the utilities, custodial, routine and maintenance costs.

RENOVATED SPACE IN SUTHERLAND BUILDING- KUMC The University of Kansas received approval to renovate approximately 11,000 square feet of clinical space on the second floor of the Sutherland Building on the Medical Center campus. The estimated cost of the project is approximately $700,000, which will be funded through the Kansas University Endowment Association. Kansas Board of Regents -4- December 14-15, 2011

RENOVATED SPACE IN DELP BUILDING - KUMC Approval was given to the University of Kansas to renovate approximately 7,000 square feet in the Delp Building on the Medical Center campus. The construction costs are estimated to be $588,436. It will be funded with tuition, restricted fees and rehabilitation and repair funds. The rehabilitation and repair funds are being reallocated from the Campus Interior Maintenance allocation.

CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION AGENDA

Presentation

UPDATE ON WICIIlTA STATE UNIVERSITY'S STRATEGIC PLAN AND ASPIRATIONAL GOALS President Beggs presented Wichita State University's strategic plan. Wichita State University aspires to be nationally recognized as a leading institution among urban serving universities. To reach this goal, WSU will focus on the following measures: 1) Student Diversity, 2) P-16 Education Pipeline, 3) P-16 Education Workforce, 4) Wichita Metro-Area Placements, 5) Cooperative Education and Work-Based Learning Placements, and 6) Amount of Externally Funded Research. Under each of these measures are specific benchmarks which will be used to evaluate WSU' s performance among its peer institutions in the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities. President Beggs noted "1 addition to WSU' s primary measures, WSU is committed to being a national leader in intercollegiate athletics.

(PowerPoint filed with Official Minutes)

BREAK The Chair called for a short break at 3:07 p.m. and resumed the meeting at 3:20 p.m.

AMEND AGENDA Chairman McKechnie amended the agenda to add "Adopt Resolution for the Emporia State University Presidential Search Committee Members," as number 3 under D. Other Matters.

UPDATE ON UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS' STRATEGIC PLAN AND ASPIRATIONAL GOALS Chancellor Gray-Little presented the University of Kansas' Bold Aspirations. The Chancellor stated the University of Kansas is already a great public international research university, but KU wants to be counted among the very top tier of the nation's best institutions. The University of Kansas is currently ranked 48 out of 94 public comprehensive doctoral research universities and aspires to be 29 within the next 5 to 10 years. To become a top tier institution, KU is focusing on the following three key areas: 1) Educating Leaders, 2) Building Healthy Communities, and 3) Making Discoveries that will Change the World. Under each of these areas are specific benchmarks and processes for reaching the benchmarks.

Regent Logan praised KU's plan and urged the Chancellor to bring the Board a Comprehensive Admissions Policy for consideration this spring. Giving KU greater authority over its admissions policies will have a clear, positive impact on its national rankings. A Comprehensive Kansas Board of Regents - 5 - December 14-15, 2011

Admissions Policy need not be about restricting access at KU; it should be viewed as an opportunity to give students, teachers and parents a clear picture about what is expected to succeed at KU. Regent Logan asked the Chancellor to consult with key stakeholders, and stated some of the global objectives for a Comprehensive Admissions Policy might include the following:

1) Improve retention and graduation rates for KU students 2) Attract students who can be successful at a research-oriented institution 3) Keep more academically talented students in-state 4) Admit the number of students KU has the capacity to teach and serve effectively 5) Keep students engaged and challenged academically during their senior year in high school 6) Maximize state, institutional and student resources by admitting students whose previous academic preparation and motivation indicate a high probability of being successful at KU 7) Enable KU to more actively manage and shape its entering student enrollment

Regent Logan moved for the Chancellor to bring a proposed Comprehensive Admissions Policy for the University of Kansas back to the Board this spring, and Regent Emert seconded. Regent Wilk noted the other universities have the same opportunity as KU. The motion carried.

(PowerPoint and Handout filed with Official Minutes)

Academic Affairs

QUALIFIED ADMISSIONS REPORT Gary Alexander, Vice President of Academic Affairs, presented the report on qualified admissions for the 2010-2011 freshmen class and 2010-2011 transfer students. The Board is required by K.S.A. 76-717 to submit a report to the Legislature on the following three categories of student admissions: 1) the number and percentage of freshmen class admissions permitted as exceptions to the minimum admissions standards established in the statute; 2) the number and percentage of resident transfer student admissions permitted as exceptions to the minimum admissions standards; and 3) the number and percentage of non-resident transfer student admissions pennitted as exceptions to the minimum admissions standards. The Board discussed whether this report is still pertinent. Regent Logan moved to have Board staff review the sections of K.S.A. 76-717 that require an annual report on the exception windows and consider whether it needs to be sent to the Office of the Repealer. Regent Lykins seconded and the motion carried.

Fiscal Affairs and Audit

FY 2013 HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICE RATE ADJUSTMENTS SUBMITTED BY STATE UNIVERSITIES (FINAL ACTION) Vice President Duffy presented the proposed FY 2013 housing and food service rate adjustments for final action. Regent Logan moved to approve, and Regent Edwards seconded. The motion carried. Kansas Board of Regents - 6 - December 14-15, 2011

(Complete Listing of Adjustments filed with Official Minutes)

BOND RESOLUTION - RHATIGAN STUDENT CENTER - WSU General Counsel Julene Miller presented a proposed Resolution for Wichita State University that authorizes the issuance of revenue bonds in one or more series in an aggregate amount not to exceed $33.000,000 plus costs and reserves. The purpose of the bonds is to finance the costs- of renovating, making improvements to, and equipping the Rhatigan Student Center. The bonds wiH be secured and debt serviced with a pledge of a dedicated per credit hour student fee and other appropriate, unencumbered special revenue funds of the University. This Resolution also contains language that allows the refmancing of series 2002P student housing bonds. Regent Downey-Schmidt made a motion to adopt the Resolution and to authorize the Chair and the President and CEO to execute the Resolution and related bond documents. Following the second of Regent Perkins, the motion carried.

(Resolution filed with Official Minutes)

ALLOCATION OF FY 2013 REHABILITATION AND REPAIR APPROPRIATION - SYSTEMWIDE FY 2013 proposed allocation of the Rehabilitation and Repair appropriation was presented by Eric King, Director of Facilities. He expects $35,000,000 will be available from the Education Building Fund. Mr. King noted the amounts have increased from last year because the crumbling classroom bonds have been retired. Regent Downey-Schmidt moved that the project list for the FY 2013 rehabilitation and repair appropriation be approved. With the second of Regent Moran, the motion carried. The following summary reflects the authorized totals:

Allocation

The University of Kansas $9,404,000 The University of Kansas Medical Center 3,938,000 Kansas State University 10,465,000 Wichita State University 3,843,000 Emporia State University 2,114,000 Pittsburg State University 2,583,000 Fort Hays State University 2,653,000 TOTAL $35,000,000

EPSCoR PROPOSALS Blake Flanders, Vice President for Workforce Development, presented the recommended EPSCoR proposals. The EPSCoR/STAR Program Review Committee reviewed the proposals and made the following funding recommendations:

1) For the Kansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (K-INBRE) project at the University of Kansas, the Committee recommends $60,000 for FY 2012 to provide matching funds for the $3,586,264 NIH grant. This award provides almost 60:1 leverage for state funds (federal:state). Kansas Board of Regents -7 - December 14-15, 2011

2) For the Kansas NASA EPSCoR program at Wichita State University for "Biosensor Networks and Telecommunication Subsystem for Long-Duration Missions, EVA Suits, and Robotic Precursor Scout Missions project, the Committee recommends $54,500 year one/$21,000 year two/$21,000 year three for a total of $96,500. The total funding from NASA is $750,000. This award provides a 7.77:1 leverage for state funds (federal:state).

3) For the Kansas NASA EPSCoR program at Wichita State University for Cure Management for Bonded Composite Repair project, the Committee recommends $52,500 year one/$52,500 year two/$52,500 year three for a total of $157,500. The funding from NASA for the project is $750,000. This award provides a 4.76:1 leverage for state funds (federal:state).

Regent Downey-Schmidt moved to approve the funding recommendations for the EPSCoR proposals. Following the second of Regent Edwards, the motion carried.

Other Matters

GRANTING OF HONORARY DEGREES AT THE UNIVERSITY'S SPRING 2012 COMMENCEMENT - KU Chancellor Gray-Little presented four nominations for the first honorary degrees to be bestowed by the University of Kansas at its 2012 commencement. Regent Emert moved to approve and Regent Perkins seconded. The motion carried. The following individuals will receive honorary degrees at the University of Kansas' 2012 commencement:

Sheila C. Bair - Doctor of Law Robert J. Dole-Doctor of Law Kirke L. Mechem - Doctor of Arts Alan Mulally - Doctor of Science

CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE POLICY Regent McKechnie introduced a proposed Child Sexual Abuse policy. This policy was reviewed and approved by the Governance Committee. The Board asked that each university have a policy in place by the end of January. Following discussion, Regent Logan moved to approve. Regent Emert seconded and the motion carried. The following policy was adopted:

REPORTING OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE Each university shall specifically address and adopt procedures for the mandatory reporting, to appropriate law enforcement agencies, of any child sexual abuse witnessed by staff or faculty. For purposes of this provision, child sexual abuse means those crimes defined in K.S.A. 21-3501 et seq. that relate to minors as victims.

EMPORIA STATE UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE MEMBERS RESOLUTION Regent McKechnie introduced a Resolution addressed to each of the Emporia State University Presidential Search Committee Members. The Resolution expresses the Board's gratitude and Kansas Board of Regents - 8 - December 14-15, 2011 thanks the members for their service. Regent Emert moved to adopt, and Regent Perkins seconded. The motion carried.

(Resolution filed with Official Minutes)

PRESENTATION The Regents formally thanked Dr. H. Edward Flentje for serving as interim president at Emporia State University.

RECESS Chairman McKechnie recessed the meeting at 5:04 p.m.

RECONVENE Vice Chairman Emert reconvened the meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 15.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Tim Emert, Vice Chairman Christine Downey-Schmidt Mildred Edwards Fred Logan Dan Lykins RobbaMoran Janie Perkins Kenny Wilk

MEMBER ABSENT: Ed McKechnie, Chairman

REPORTS

REPORT FROM THE COMMUNITY COLLEGES President Calaway, Johnson County Community College, President Reist, Highland Community College, and President Givens, Kansas City Kansas Community College, presented a report on the Northeast Kansas community colleges. The colleges are partnered with the regional small business development center to help create jobs. They are also working with returning military members to help them pursue their educational needs. Additionally, each college highlighted different programs and partnerships that are occurring on their campuses.

REPORT FROM THE TECHNICAL COLLEGES President Edleston presented the Technical Colleges' report. President Edleston stated there was a meeting with the Governor regarding secondary students and technical education. There is a concern that not enough high school students are choosing technical education, and the Governor has assembled a taskforce to examine the issues.

REPORT FROM WASHBURN UNIVERSITY President Farley presented a report on Washburn Institute of Technology. Washburn Tech wants to meet the workforce needs of the area, but there is an issue of attracting students to certain programs. President Farley stated there needs to be a change in the way technical education is Kansas Board of Regents - 9 - December 14-15, 2011 viewed. Currently, Washburn Tech has affiliations with local high school and 30% of its student body is high school students.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Regent Perkins ·moved, with the second of Regent Edwards, that the Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried.

Academic A((airs

ADDITIONAL DEGREE GRANTING AUTHORITY FOR COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, ARGOSY UNIVERSITY, SOUTH UNIVERSITY, AND GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Columbia University received approval to offer a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems.

Approval was given to Argosy University to offer the following degrees: 1) Master of Arts in Education in Education Administration, 2) Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, 3) Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology, 4) Master of Arts in Sport Exercise Psychology, 5) Master of Arts in Health Services Management, 6) Master of Public Health, 7) Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology, 8) Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, 9) Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership, 10) Doctor of Education in Pastoral Community Counseling, and 11) Doctor of Education in Teaching and Learning.

South University received approval to offer the following degrees: 1) Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, 2) Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management, 3) Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, 4) Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies, 5) Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 6) Master of Business Administration, 7) Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration, 8) Master of Public Administration, 9) Master of Science in Criminal Justice, 10) Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology, 11) Master of Science in Leadership, 12) Master of Science in Nursing, 13) RN MSN, and 14) Doctor of Business Administration.

Grand Canyon University received approval to offer a Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration.

DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAM SUBMITTED FROM JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Johnson County Community College received approval to offer a Medical Coding program (51.0713) at the Certificate B level (32 credit hours). The program will be housed at JCCC's new Olathe Health Education Center and will be funded through the reallocation of several existing resources from the college's general fund, capital outlay, and grant funding (HRSA). The program will utilize several Kansas Board of Regents - 10 - December 14-15, 2011

faculty from programs currently offered in related areas, and only one full-time and two adjunct faculty will be required.

CONSIDERATION OF DISCUSSION AGENDA

Academic A{fairs

NEW DEGREE GRANTING AUTHORITY FOR FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF lVJISSOURI - KANSAS CITY Vice President Alexander presented the request for new degree granting authority for Full Sail University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Following discussion, Regent Edwards moved to approve. Regent Logan seconded and the motion carried. The following degrees were approved:

Full Sail University: 1) Bachelor of Science in Computer Animation 2) Bachelor of Science in Digital Cinematography 3) Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Business 4) Bachelor of Science in Game Art 5) Bachelor of Science in Game Design 6) Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design 7) Bachelor of Science in Internet Marketing 8) Bachelor of Science in Mobile Development 9) Bachelor of Science in Music Business 10) Bachelor of Science in Music Production 11) Bachelor of Science in Sports Marketing and Media 12) Bachelor of Science in Web Design and Development 13) Bachelor of Pine Arts in Creative Writing for Entertainment 14) Master of Science in Education Media Design and Teclmology 15) Master of Science in Entertainment Business 16) Master of Science in Internet Marketing 17) Master of Arts in New Media Journalism 18) Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing 19) Master of Fine Arts in Media Design

University of Missouri-Kansas City: 1) Bachelor of Liberal Arts 2) Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene 3) Bachelor of Nursing (RN-BSN) 4) Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Education 5) Master of Science in Nursing 6) Doctor of Nursing Practice 7) Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Kansas Board of Regents - 11 - December 14-15, 2011

2012-2013 PERFORMANCE AGREEMENTS Vice President Alexander presented thirteen proposed performance agreements covering calendar years 2012 and 2013. He noted the Board's Academic Affairs Standing Committee is developing a inodel to better align institutional performance agreements with Foresight 2020. Regent Edwards moved to approve. Following the second of Regent Logan, the motion carried. The following agreements were approved:

Emporia State University Fort Hays State University Barton County Community College Cowley College Dodge City Community College Fort Scott Community College Highland Community College Johnson County Community College Labette Community College Neosho Community College Salina Area Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College

Presentation

UPDATE FROM THE KANSAS STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Commissioner DeBacker gave an update on the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE). She stated the State Board of Education adopted a strategic agenda and highlighted the areas that align with higher education. Commissioner DeBacker reviewed the reading and math trends for Kansas students and showed that student achievement is beginning to level off. Additionally, the Commissioner reviewed the areas that KSDE is working on, which includes closing the achievement gap between certain groups, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) flexibility waiver, the new accreditation system for Kansas schools, the possible new school finance formula, and the next generation of assessments.

(PowerPoint filed with Official Minutes)

SHORT BREAK Vice Chairman Emert called for a short break at 10:35 a.m. and resumed the meeting at 10:46 a.ID.

Academic A(fairs

TRANSFER PRESENTATION: ARIZONA TRANSFER WEBSITE Judy Heasley gave a presentation on the Arizona university system's transfer website. The Arizona system developed an online transfer and articulation website that provides entry portals for college students, high school students, and advisors. The Arizona system also allows each institution to retain its unique course numbers while providing a shared system number to Kansas Board of Regents - 12 - December 14-15, 2011 identify each course for transfer. The numbering system is also located on a website and allows students or advisors to perform a college search, course search and number search to determine transfer equivalencies. Ms. Heasley stated two key individuals in the Arizona system will meet with the Board's Transfer and Articulation Task Force to discuss details and challenges of establishing and maintaining the Arizona transfer system.

POLICE SCIENCE/CRIMINAL JUSTICE ALIGNMENT Blake Flanders, Vice President of Workforce Development, presented the proposed Police Science/Criminal Justice alignment. The alignment projects include fourteen institutions that currently have AAS degree programs in this discipline. Regent Edwards moved to approve, and Regent Moran seconded. The motion carried.

(Criminal Justice/Police Science Program Alignment Map filed with Official Minutes)

Fiscal Affairs and Audit

ALLOCATION OF CY 2012 TAX CREDITS FOR STATE UNIVERSITIES AND WASHBURN UNIVERSITY Vice President Duffy presented the proposed allocation of the calendar year 2012 Tax Credit Program for the state universities and Washburn University. The tax credit allocations are made using the "adjusted square footage" formula, which takes into consideration the square footage, age, and complexity of the buildings and infrastructure. Vice President Duffy stated that under current law the tax credits are scheduled to sunset after tax year 2012; however, the Board's legislative package includes a proposal that would extend the sunset from 2012 to 2015. Regent Perkins moved to approve the allocations. Following the second of Regent Downey-Schmidt, the motion carried. The following allocations were authorized:

University ofKansas $ 4,108,177 University ofKansas - Medical Center 1,569,255 Kansas State University 4,331,681 Wichita State University 1,477,011 Emporia State University 865,281 Pittsburg State University 989,093 Fort Hays State University 989,922 Washburn University 669.580 TOTAL $15.000.000

Other Matters

KANSASCAMPUSCOMPACTUPDATE Matt Lindsey, Executive Director of the Campus Compact, presented an update on the Kansas Campus Compact. The Compact's mission is to build and strengthen the collective commitment of those who teach at, work with, and lead Kansas colleges and universities to integrate a commitment to civic engagement and responsibility into the higher educational learning environment. The Kansas Campus Compact students serve an average of 2.33 hours per week Kansas Board of Regents - 13 - December 14-15, 2011 on different projects. A recent project involved packaging meals for famine relief in the Hom of Africa.

(PowerPoint filed with Official Minutes)

ANNUAL REPORT ON WORKFORCE ALIGNMENT Blake Flanders, Vice President for Workforce Development, presented the first aI111uaheport on Foresight 2020's Strategic Goal 5, which is enhancing alignment between the work of the state's higher education system and the needs of the Kansas economy. Vice President Flanders reviewed the educational demands for Kansas jobs, the policy implications for increasing the number of Kansas degrees, and the different Kansas Board of Regents' initiatives that will grow graduates in certain fields. To continue enhancing alignment the following are recommended: 1) continue focusing on economic drivers and STEM, 2) have colleges be flexible with programs they offer to meet workforce demand, 3) monitor success of graduates, and 4) publicize career opportunities.

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ADJOURNMENT The Vice Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:10 p.m.

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