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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS Murray State University November 30, 1995 The Board of Regents of Murray State University met on November 30, 1995, in quarterly session in the Board of Regents Room, Wells Hall, on the campus of Murray State University. The meeting was called to order at 1:40 p.m. by Chairman Sid Easley. Mr. Easley welcomed the visitors . Mr. Richard Lewis gave the invocation. •• Resolutions, adopted Chairman Easley introduced Dr. Mark Malinauskas who expressed appreciation for the recognition for the Honors Program. Dr. France moved, seconded by Mr. Kassing, that the following Resolution honoring the MSU Honors program be adopted. Motion carried. Board of Regents Murray State University Resolution Regarding Honors Program WHEREAS, the student and faculty members of the Murray State University Honors Program bring academic distinction to this institution by being selected to make presentations on the results of their research to state, regional, national, and international societies; and WHEREAS, the student members of the Honors Program, under the direction of Mark Malinauskas, are actively involved and assume leadership roles in departmental and collegiate organizations; and WHEREAS, the student members annually host the President's Invitational West Kentucky Academic Tournament which brings academically gifted students to the campus to engage in intellectual inquiry; and WHEREAS, program members volunteer in various community service projects of the University; and WHEREAS, the contributions of student and faculty members of the Honors Program enhance the intellectual and social life of Murray State University; NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the Board of Regents of Murray State University recognizes the unique contributions the Honors Program makes to the life of the University and offers its appreciation for the efforts this program makes in bringing distinction and recognition to the academic programs of Murray State University. *** Chairman Easley then introduced Football Coach Houston Nutt. Coach Nutt expressed appreciation to the Board of Regents for the recognition for the team and coaches. Mrs. Jones moved, seconded by Mrs. Ford, that the following Resolution be adopted. Motion carried. Board of Regents Murray State University Resolution Regarding Coach Houston Nutt and the 1995 Football Team WHEREAS, Murray State University football Coach Houston Nutt and his 1995 football team have brought honor and distinction to Murray State University; and 10; WHEREAS, their undefeated season of 11-0 is the first since 1933; and WHEREAS, Coach Houston Nutt and the Racers have won the 1995 Ohio Valley Conference championship, the first for Murray State University since 1986; and WHEREAS, Coach Houston Nutt and the Racers have earned a berth in the NCAA I-AA national playoffs, which will bring continuing national attention to Murray State University and the Jackson Purchase area; and WHEREAS, Coach Houston Nutt and his coaching staff, assistant coaches Kim Dameron, Mark Hutson, Larry McClain, Mark Markuson, Danny Nutt, Charley Wiles, Bo Hannaford, Cary Fowler, and Justin Crouse have •• consistently brought outstanding young men to Murray State University and the City of Murray, both on and off the field; and WHEREAS, the 1995 season has seen a tremendous outpouring of attendance and support; and WHEREAS, the University wishes to honor Coach Houston Nutt, his coaches, and players; NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the Board of Regents and the University extend heartfelt congratulations to Coach Houston Nutt, his staff, and players for their outstanding accomplishments in 1995. *** Upon roll call, the following were present: Mr. Thomas A. Burich, Mrs. Beverly J. Ford, Dr. Nancey France, Mrs. Marie Jones, Mr. Brum Kassing, Mr. Philip Lanier; Mr. Richard H. Lewis, Mr. Wells Lovett, Mr. Robert Matthews, and Mr. Sid Easley. Absent: Mrs. Arlivia Gamble. Others present were: Dr. Kern Alexander, President of the University; Mrs. Sandra M. Rogers, Secretary to the Board; Mr. Tom Denton, Treasurer; Dr. James Booth, Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs; Mr. John Fitzgibbon, Interim Vice President for University Relations and Administrative Services; members of the faculty, staff, news media, and visitors. Agenda The following agenda for the meeting was presented: AGENDA Board of Regents Meeting Murray State University November 30, 1995 1:30 p.m. 1. Roll Call 2. Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Regents held on September 8, 1995 3. Report of the President Dr. Alexander 4. Report of the Chairman Mr. Easley 5. Report of the Treasurer Mr. Denton (Financial and Investments Reports for the period of July 1, 1995 to September 30, 1995) 6. Personnel Changes Dr. Alexander A. Faculty Leave of Absence without Pay ~ B. Staff Leaves of Absence without Pay C. Sabbatical Leave 7. Report of the Dean of Admissions and Records Dr. Alexander December 1995 Graduates 8. Committee Reports/Recommendations A. Academic Affairs Mr. Lovett B. Athletic Mrs. Ford C. Buildings and Grounds Mrs. Ford D. Development/Investments Mr. Lovett 11. E. Faculty/Staff Affair~ Mr. Matthews F. Finance/Audit Mr. Easley G. Student Life Mr. Kassing H. Governmental Relations Mr. Matthews I. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Mrs. Gamble 9. Appointments to the University Appeals Board Dr. Alexander Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Regents held on September 8. 1995. approved Mrs. Jones moved that the Minutes of the Board meeting held on September 8, 1995, be approved as submitted. Dr. France seconded and the motion carried. Report of the President President Alexander informed the Board that the University is progressing with renovations and maintenance programs on the campus. The facilities of the U~iversity are recovering from the financial period in 1991 and we are moving. forward to improve them. He further stated that MSU's academic programs continue to be ranked among the best schools in the south and southern United States, both public and private institutions, that have substantial academic reputations. We feel that the quality of our instructional program has increased and has not remained status .quo. While the overall financial condition of the University has not been as it should have been in the past ten years, the faculty and staff of the university have maintained that quality level and increased it over the past several years. The University is preparing a legislative program and has discussed it with legislators. He further solicited support from the Board and alumni to bring issues and the University's program before the legislature. Chairman Easley expressed appreciation for the President's efforts for the past three months with the legislature and the Council on Higher Education: Report of the Treasurer Chair Easley expressed appreciation to Tom Denton and his staff for the clean audit presented to the Finance Committee. Mr. Tom Denton presented and reviewed the financial and investment reports for the period of July 1, 1995 to September 30, 1995. Following a brief discussion, Mrs. Jones moved, seconded by Mr. Lanier, that the Treasurer's Report be approved. Motion carried. (See Attachments #1 and #2) Chairman Easley expressed appreciation to Regent Tom Burich who assisted in pushing through a proposal with the MSU Foundation to invest in equities. Specifically, $3 million of the $14 million invested by the Foundation has been invested with Capital Guardian Funds, which is a large prestigious investment firm in New York. He pointed out that Mr. Burich represents the Board of Regents on the MSU Foundation's Investments Committee. Personnel Changes. Approved President Alexander recommended the following personnel changes: Faculty Leave of Absence without Pay. approved Dr. France moved that the Board of Regents, upon the recommendation of the President of the University, grant a leave of absence without pay to Concetta Culliver,·Department of Political Science, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies, effective 8/1/95 through 5/31/96. Mrs. Ford seconded and the motion carried. 12. Staff Leaves of Absence without Pay; approved Mrs. Jones moved that the Board of Regents, upon the recommendation of the President of the University, approve the staff leaves of absence without pay as listed below: Charles Bowling Building Services 10/13/95--11/24/95 Ruth Drew Admissions & Registrar 10/20/95--12/31/95 Tammy Elkins Food Services 7/26/95--9/11/95 Porter Huie Grounds Maintenance 9/1/95--1/5/96 James Jenkins Grounds Maintenance 10/11/95--11/24/95 Robert Saucier Building Services 9/28/95--11/24/95 Patricia Thornton Building Services 10/26/95--11/24/95 Carolyn Williams Food Services 8/9/95--9/11/95 Dr. France seconded and the motion carried. Sabbatical Leave. granted Dr. France moved that the Board of Regents, upon the recommendation of the President of the University, grant a sabbatical leave to Dr. Allan Beane, Sponsored Programs, for the period of 1/1/96--5/31/96, at full salary for one semester. Mrs. Jones seconded and the motion carried. Report of the Dean of Admissions and Records Mr. Kassing moved that upon the completion of all requirements, individuals recommended by the Dean of Admissions and Records be awarded the respective degree effective December 15, 1995.