BOARD OF REGENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Agenda of September 26, 2003................................................................................ 1-39

Minutes of September 26, 2003.............................................................................. 40-62

Attachments to Minutes.......................................................................................... 63-211

MINUTES

Friday, September 26, 2003, 9:00 a.m.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Herod Hall

Jack Annis Regents’ Room

Alva, Oklahoma

I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF FILING MEETING NOTICE AND POSTING OF THE AGENDA IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETING ACT

The Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges met in regular session at 9:00 a.m., September 26, 2003, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Herod Hall, Jack Annis Regents’ Room, Alva, Oklahoma. Notice of the meeting had been properly filed with the Secretary of State November 14, 2002, and a copy of the Agenda posted by 9:00 a.m., September 25, 2003 in compliance with the Open Meeting Act.

II. CALL TO ORDER AND REGENTS’ ROLL CALL

Board Chair Ryerson called the meeting to order. Roll call established the presence of a quorum with nine Regents present.

Richard Ryerson, Chair, Position 6

Steve Poag, Vice Chair, Position 1

Belva Howard, Regent, Position 2

Marseda Garrison, Regent, Position 3

Jan Gordon, Regent, Position 4

Mickey Thompson, Regent, Position 5

Ann Holloway, Regent, Position 7

Mark Stansberry, Regent, Position 8

Sandy Garrett, Regent, Position 9

GUESTS

Edward Neparko, Oklahoma Conference American Association of University

Professors (AAUP), Weatherford, Oklahoma

Helen Barrett, Alva Review-Courier, Alva, Oklahoma

Rick A. Smith, Municipal Finance Services, Edmond, Oklahoma

Worley Aitken, Municipal Finance Services, Edmond, Oklahoma

Jim Howard, Vice President for Business & Development, Northeastern State

University, Tahlequah, Oklahoma

Jane McDermott, Executive Director, Northwestern Oklahoma State

University Foundation, Alva, Oklahoma

Janet Cunningham, Executive Vice President, Northwestern Oklahoma State

University, Alva, Oklahoma

Steve Valencia, Executive Assistant to the President/Director of Public

Relations, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma

Patti Wilber, Director of the Center for Business Development, Northwestern

Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma

OTHERS PRESENT

University Presidents

Bill Cole, President, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma

Larry Williams, President, Northeastern State University, Tahlequah,

Oklahoma

Paul Beran, President, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva,

Oklahoma

Glen Johnson, President, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant,

Oklahoma

John Hays, President, Southwestern Oklahoma State University,

Weatherford, Oklahoma

Roger Webb, President, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma

Board Administrative Staff

Bette Leone, Executive Director

Sheridan McCaffree, General Counsel

Pat Shiflett, Administrative Secretary

III. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING

R. #26– MINUTES OF JULY 25, 2003

Regent Poag made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to approve the minutes of the July 25, 2003 regular meeting.

Voting for the motion: Regents Poag, Garrison, Howard, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS

A. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Jan Gordon (Attachment A, Pages 63-101)

Informational Items

1. Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Informational Item - Program Modifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Computer Science Emphasis

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Information Science Emphasis

Bachelor of Arts in English - Literature Emphasis

Bachelor of Arts in English - Writing Emphasis

Bachelor of Arts in English Education

Master of Education in Art Education

Master of Education in English Education

Master of Education in Mathematics Education

Master of Education in Natural Science Education

Master of Education in Social Science Education

Master of Education in Technology Education

2. Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Informational Item – Program Deletion

Bachelor of Arts in Library and Information Science

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

A. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT

3. Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Informational Item – Program Addition

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish degree program

The B.A. degree in Spanish is currently offered at Northeastern State University, the University of Central Oklahoma, and Northwestern Oklahoma State University. East Central University, our nearest sister institution, offers only a minor in modern languages.

The proposed program will not require any additional resources or funding. Southeastern already has a strong Spanish education program with an excellent faculty. These same faculty members will teach the Spanish language courses to both Spanish education and B.A. Spanish majors. The flexibility of a Spanish major will greatly extend opportunities to students whose career goals lie outside the field of education.

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Ann Holloway (Attachment B, Pages 102-117)

1. Southwestern Oklahoma State University

R. #27 – CHEMISTRY, PHARMACY AND PHYSICS NORTH WING RENOVATION - PROJECT NUMBER 6650021

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, to ratify the emergency approval granted by Board Chair Richard Ryerson September 20, 2003, regarding the following resolution that would allow for the reimbursement of pharmacy laboratory equipment of approximately $98,000 from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Master Lease Purchase Program. This equipment is the first purchase involved in the renovation of the north wing of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Physics Building.

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

1. Southwestern Oklahoma State University

R. #27

Under federal guidelines, a reimbursement allocation is a designated use of bond proceeds to pay an expenditure which was previously paid from sources other than bond proceeds. According to Internal Revenue Code, Section 1.150-2, certain preliminary original expenditures related to capital projects may be reimbursed from bond proceeds if the Board declares the intent to do so in a formal resolution. This item will serve as the formal resolution for reimbursement of core operating funds expended on purchase approved for the Master Lease Purchase Program.

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Stansberry, Poag, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

2. Southeastern Oklahoma State University

R. #28 – REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2003 – STUDENT UNION PROJECT

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Howard, to approve the following items regarding the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) Revenue Bonds, Series 2003, Student Union Project, in the amount of $8 million for a term of twenty-five years, pledged revenues are student facility fees.

a) Authorize and approve the issuance of the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) Revenue Bonds, Series 2003.

b) Authorize and approve a Bond Resolution dated as of this date, authorizing the form of the financing documents, including but not limited to the Bond Resolution, Bond Purchase Agreement, Official Statement and Trust Agreement.

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

2. Southeastern Oklahoma State University

R. #28

c) Approve and authorize the award of the sale of the Bonds by the Regional University System of Oklahoma, based on the final recommendations of the finance team and as approved by the State Bond Advisor and in the best interest of Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

d) Authorize the officers of Southeastern Oklahoma State University to consummate the transaction including, but not limited to, execution and delivery of any and all closing documents.

e) Authorize the officers of Southeastern Oklahoma State University to execute any closing document required by Bond Counsel to complete the transaction.

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Howard, Poag, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

3. University of Central Oklahoma

a. Projects

1) R. #29 - WANTLAND STADIUM IMPROVEMENTS - SPORTS COMPLEX – PROJECT #1200032

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, for approval to enter into contract negotiations to provide professional architectural services, professional engineering services and sports facilities consultants including

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

3. University of Central Oklahoma

a. Projects

1) R. #29

feasibility studies, programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for the Sports Complex Improvements Project. The interview committee recommends the following five firms in order of preference: (Board approved solicitation of proposals April 4, 2003 - R#149) (Student Facility Fees, Private Funds, Rental Revenue)

a) CDFM2 Architecture Inc./Hornbeek Larsson Blatt Architects

b) LWPB Architects & Planners / DLR Group

c) Allen Brown Architects / Moody/Nolan Sports

d) Architects in Partnership, P.C. / Ellerbe Becket

e) Glover-Smith-Bode, Inc. / Sports Plan Studio

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Stansberry, Poag, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

3. University of Central Oklahoma

a. Projects

Regent Garrett made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to approve the following projects submitted by the University of Central Oklahoma:

2) R. #30 - PARKING, SIDEWALKS, LIGHTS AND LANDSCAPING - BRONCHO LAKE IMPROVEMENTS WATERFALL

PROJECT #1200013

Final completion of the Parking, Sidewalks, Lights, and Landscaping-Broncho Lake Improvements Waterfall as completed on September 8, 2003. The total cost of the contract is $58,317.60. (Board approved the award of the contract to Robert James Construction May 9, 2003 - R#177) (Alumni Association and Cola Funds)

3) R. #31 - TUCKPOINTING & WATERPROOFING REPAIR LIBERAL ARTS BUILDING, THATCHER HALL AND WANTLAND HALL - PROJECT #1200027

Approval of project and preparation of plans and authorization to bid. Project includes exterior joint sealant and mortar repairs to Liberal Arts, Thatcher Hall and Wantland Hall. Cost is $100,000.00. (Section 13 & Physical Plant Funds)

Voting for the motion: Regents Garrett, Garrison, Poag, Howard, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

3. University of Central Oklahoma

a. Projects

4) R. #32 – UNIVERSITY CENTER MISCELLANEOUS RENOVATIONS & IMPROVEMENTS - UNIVERSITY CENTER WEST STAIR REPAIR - PROJECT #1201010

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to approve the project, preparation of the plans and solicitation of bids. The project includes replacement of deteriorated stair nosing and surface repairs for the University Center West Stair at a cost of $100,000. (Board approved the project on June 20, 2003, R. #219) (Physical Plant & Section 13)

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Garrison, Poag, Howard, Gordon, Thompson, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

b. Change Order Approval

Regent Stansberry made the motion, seconded by Regent Howard, to approve the following change orders submitted by the University of Central Oklahoma:

1) R. #33 - WANTLAND STADIUM IMPROVEMENTS - UNITED GOLF LLC - TURF PROJECT #1200032

Change order #3 in the amount of $8,395.00, change order #4 in the amount of $3,379.75 and change order #5 in the amount of $15,301.00. The total Change Order amount is $27,075.75. This is for an additional brick ledge footing at existing west field wall; to create an additional concrete walk to fill the area under the new scoreboard and

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

3. University of Central Oklahoma

b. Change Order Approval

1) R. #33

move and re-install existing flag pole 20 ft.; move location of power and data panels of legs of scoreboard opposite sides of I beams; add trench and two each 2 inch empty conduit from the scoreboard data panel to the east Radio tower area; replace existing goal posts with PGA Posts and installation material and replace 2 each sound system speakers and extend completion time (27) twenty-seven days. (Student Facility Fees)

2) R. #34 - PARKING, SIDEWALKS, LIGHTS AND LANDSCAPING - BRONCHO LAKE IMPROVEMENTS WATERFALL - ROBERT JAMES CONSTRUCTION - PROJECT #1200013

Change Order #1 – increase in the amount of $5,317.00 for additional materials used to restructure the water feature and additional rocks to enhance the cascade effect of the water, locate the extra stone, stone cutting and placement hours, irrigation sleeve, foam sealant, installation and the "manifold" and extend completion time (32) thirty-two days. (Alumni Association and Cola Funds).

3) R. #35 - EAST HALL DEMOLITION - MIDWEST WRECKING - PROJECT #1201003

Change Order #1 - Time extension of (10) ten days. This is for changes in the scope of work to leave existing sidewalks and trees on site and increase fill material quantities. (Auxiliary, State, and Federal Funds)

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

3. University of Central Oklahoma

b. Change Order Approval

3) R. #35

Voting for the motion: Regents Stansberry, Howard, Poag, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

4. East Central University

a) R. #36 - WOMEN'S ATHLETIC LOCKER AND DRESSING FACILITY

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Poag, to approve the solicitation of bids to construct a Women's Athletic Locker and Dressing Facility and to accept the lowest and best bid. This facility will house soccer, softball and women's cross country. Estimated cost is $750,000. The selection of the architectural firm was reported in the July 25, 2003 Board meeting. (Board approved project May 9, 2003 – R. #197) (Student Activity Facility Fees)

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Poag, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

b) R. #37 - DOROTHY SUMMERS AUDITORIUM - RENOVATION SCIENCE HALL – RFD CONSTRUCTION -PROJECT # 2300009

Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrett, to approve the change order increase in the amount of $302.00 to furnish and install conduit and boxes for future speakers in the new seating area under the balcony.

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

B. BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT

4. East Central University

b) R. #37

Voting for the motion: Regents Holloway, Garrett, Poag, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Stansberry, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

C. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Mickey Thompson (Attachment C, Pages 118-119)

1. Informational Items

a. Mr. Robert Ford has been appointed as Staff Auditor for the Regional University System of Oklahoma replacing Mr. Jason Harjo. His employment began September 8, 2003 for an annual salary of $35,000 plus employee benefits, to serve at the will of the Board.

b. Mrs. Misti Cullison has been appointed as Receptionist/Secretary in the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges Administration Office for three-quarter time at an annual salary of $23,400 plus employee benefits, effective September 1, 2003, to serve at the will of the Board.

2. Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges Presidential Evaluation Process

R. #38 – SYSTEMATIC PROCESS FOR PRESIDENTIAL EVALUATIONS

Regent Thompson made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, to recommence a systematic process for presidential evaluations during the 2003-2004 academic year.

Voting for the motion: Regents Thompson, Stansberry, Howard, Poag, Garrison, Gordon, Holloway, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

C. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT

Committee Chair Thompson stated that the spirit of this effort is to be more supportive to the presidents.

2. Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges Presidential Evaluation Process (Continued)

R. #39 – INFORMAL PROCESS FOR PRESIDENTIAL EVALUATIONS

Regent Thompson made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the ongoing efforts of the Personnel Committee and the Presidents’ Council regarding the development of an informal process for presidential evaluations to include:

· Annual presentation of institutional data trends

· Annual presentation of presidential goals and accomplishments

· Biennial assessment of strengths and weaknesses

Voting for the motion: Regents Thompson, Holloway, Poag, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

R. #40 – ROTATION SCHEDULE OF EVALUATIONS

Regent Thompson made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to approve, in concept, a rotation schedule of evaluations. The Personnel Committee will coordinate with the Policy & Procedures Committee regarding any necessary changes to the Regional University System of Oklahoma Policy Manual with respect to formal presidential evaluations.

Voting for the motion: Regents Thompson, Garrison, Poag, Howard, Gordon, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

D. POLICY & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Belva Howard (Attachment D, Pages 120-123)

R. #41 - 5.4.2 TIAA RETIREMENT ANNUITY

Regent Howard made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to amend policy 5.4.2 as indicated effective immediately with the understanding that the implementation of this amendment will not result in a loss of compensation (salary and benefits) for current employees.

RUSO POLICY MANUAL – CHAPTER 5 – GENERAL POLICIES

5.4.2 TIAA RETIREMENT ANNUITY For an eligible, full-time employee who is enrolled in the Oklahoma Teachers' Retirement System and who has attained twenty-three (23) years of age, subject to a one-year vesting requirement, the ~~employing university shall~~ employer may contribute to the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) an amount ~~not less than two and one-half percent (2 ½%)~~ of the employee's annual base salary. ~~to be vested immediately in the employee's account if hired prior to July 1, 2001. Those employees hired after~~ ~~June 30, 2001~~ ~~will be subject to a one-year vesting requirement for this benefit in addition to those stated above.~~ which is approved by the Board. A university may waive the Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement System membership requirement.

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Garrison, Poag, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

R. #42 – SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN FOR ACTIVE EMPLOYEES WITH A DATE OF EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO JULY 1, 1995 (401) (A)

Regent Howard made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrison, to approve the following changes to the Supplemental Retirement Plan for Active Employees With A Date of Employment Prior to July 1, 1995 (401) (A):

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

D. POLICY & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE REPORT

R. #42

ANNEX E

SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN FOR ACTIVE EMPLOYEES WITH A DATE OF EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO JULY 1, 1995 (401) (A)

ARTICLE II

2.1 “Accrued Benefit ” means, with respect to an Eligible Employee, a supplemental monthly annuity due to a Participant commencing as of the first day of the month coincident with his or her Date of Retirement payable beginning the first of the following month as calculated under the greater of:

(a) Method One S.R.A. Calculation (SRA-1) . For an Employee who meets the defined Normal Retirement or Early Retirement Plan definition or is vested under Article VIII of the Plan at the defined Date of Retirement, the written formula will be: one-half (½) of Average Monthly Salary (A.M.S.), less the monthly Teachers’ Retirement Maximum Life Option Annuity (T.R.A.), times the Employee’s number of Service Years divided by twenty-five (25). ~~less the monthly actual TIAA live option annuity income derived from the contributions made on behalf of the Employee by the Oklahoma Regional Colleges to the TIAA/CREF Retirement Plan~~. Notwithstanding any provisions of this Section 2.1 to the contrary, with respect to any currently active Participant the deduction for TIAA will not be used to reduce the benefit of any participant. The monthly actual TIAA life option annuity will be calculated using the assumption of 100 per cent TIAA allocation rather than the Participant’s actual allocation, or

(b) Method Two S.R.A. Calculation (SRA-2) . For an Employee who meets the defined Normal Retirement or Early Retirement Plan definition or is vested under Article VIII of the Plan and has at least ten (10) defined Service Years in the Oklahoma Regional University System immediately preceding date of retirement, the written formula will be: two and four-tenths percent (2.4%) times the Employee’s Service Years times the Employee’s Average Annual Base Salary less the annual Teachers’ Retirement Maximum Life Option Annuity (T.R.A.), ~~less the actual annual TIAA life option annuity income derived from the contributions made~~

IV. REPORT OF BOARD COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS (Continued)

D. POLICY & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE REPORT

R. #42

ANNEX E

SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN FOR ACTIVE EMPLOYEES WITH A DATE OF EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO JULY 1, 1995 (401) (A)

ARTICLE II

~~on behalf of the Employee by the Oklahoma Regional Colleges to the TIAA/CREF Retirement Plan~~ divided by twelve (12). Notwithstanding any provisions of this Section 2.1 to the contrary, with respect to any currently active Participant the deduction for TIAA will not be used to reduce the benefit of any participant. The monthly actual TIAA life option annuity will be calculated using the assumption of 100 per cent TIAA allocation rather than the Participant’s actual allocation.

Notwithstanding any provisions of this Section 2.1 to the contrary, with respect to any Participant whose First Date of Employment is on or after July 1, 1987, the reference in the Method One S.R.A. Calculation to the number of the Employee’s Service Years shall be thirty (30), not twenty-five (25), and the reference in the Method Two S.R.A. Calculation to Service Years in the Oklahoma Regional University System shall be fifteen (15), not ten (10).

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Garrison, Poag, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS

A. R. #43 – SWOSU RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Garrison made the motion, seconded by Regent Howard, for approval of the President’s Recommendations for Southwestern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Hays. (Attachment E, Pages 124-137)

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS (Continued)

A. R. #43 - SWOSU

Voting for the motion: Regents Garrison, Howard, Poag, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

B. R. #44 – NSU RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Garrison made the motion, seconded by Regent Poag, for approval of the President’s Recommendations for Northeastern State University as presented by President Williams. (Attachment F, Pages 138-158)

Voting for the motion: Regents Garrison, Poag, Howard, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

President Williams expressed his appreciation to Mr. Jim Howard, Vice President for Business and Development, for his leadership, commitment, and loyalty. Mr. Howard is retiring after twenty-five years of service to Northeastern State University.

The Board Chair declared a break at 9:55 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:15 a.m.

C. R. #45 – NWOSU RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Poag made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, for approval of the President’s Recommendations for Northwestern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Beran. (Attachment G, Pages 159-167)

Voting for the motion: Regents Poag, Stansberry, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS (Continued)

D. R. #46 – UCO RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Garrison made the motion, seconded by Regent Howard, for approval of the President’s Recommendations for the University of Central Oklahoma as presented by President Webb. (Attachment H, Pages 168-189)

Voting for the motion: Regents Garrison, Howard, Poag, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

E. R. #47 – ECU RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Howard made the motion, seconded by Regent Thompson, for approval of the President’s Recommendations for East Central University as presented by President Cole. (Attachment I, Pages 190-197)

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Thompson, Poag, Garrison, Gordon, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

F. R. #48 - SEOSU RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVED

Regent Poag made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, for approval of the President's Recommendations for Southeastern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Johnson. (Attachment J, Pages 198-207)

Voting for the motion: Regents Poag, Stansberry, Howard, Garrison, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Garrett, Ryerson

Voting against the motion: None

Board Chair Ryerson expressed appreciation on behalf of the Board to President and Mrs. Beran for their hard work in planning the events for Thursday evening.

VI. NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION REPORT

Mrs. Jane McDermott, Executive Director, presented the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Foundation report as of June 30, 2003. (Attachment K, Page 208)

VII. PRESIDENTS’ COUNCIL REPORT

President Hays presented information on the following items, as requested by Board Chair Ryerson at the July 2003 meeting:

· A list prepared by the Presidents’ Council, enumerating activities and actions for providing more assistance to the presidents. (Attachment L, Page 209)

· President Beran is working with Regent Howard regarding the issue of post-tenure review.

President Williams stated that Tulsa County voters overwhelmingly approved $26 million for a campus expansion project, the second phase of development of the Northeastern State University Broken Arrow Campus Master Plan. The money from Vision 2025 will be used to construct science, library and classroom facilities that will expand the campus capacity from 3,500 students to 8,000. This money for construction will be collected as part of the $885 million development package for Tulsa County improvements for education, business, and infrastructure projects. More than 60% of county voters approved the one-penny, 13-year sales tax increase.

Regent Garrett requested that the universities provide their enrollment data to the Regents.

The order of the agenda changed to Item V-C.

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS

C. NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

President Beran presented the following information to the Board:

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS (Continued)

C. NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

1. Economic Impact of Northwestern Oklahoma State University On Oklahoma

Gross State Product Impacts

· Gross State Product (GSP) is the value added in production by the labor and property located in a state in a given year. It is composed of three components: compensation of employees, indirect tax and nontax liability, and property-type income.

· Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s economic impact upon Oklahoma’s GSP is projected to equal $23.520 million in 2004 and increase to $27.310 million in 2020.

· Using a 6% discount rate and the 2004-2020 time frame, the net present value of NWOSU’s economic impact equals $261.177 million.

· 2004 Economic Impact

Household Expenditures $15,120,000

Business Expenditures $ 6,082,000

Employment Impacts

· Given the average employment impact and the number of University full-time employees, NWOSU’s total employment impact upon the state of Oklahoma is 606 jobs.

Income Impacts

· 2004 Economic Impact

Personal Income $12,340,000

Taxes $ 1,945,000

Disposable Personal Income $10,400,000

Real disposable Personal Income $ 7,721,000

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS (Continued)

C. NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

2. Preliminary Enrollment Reports – Enrollments for FY2004 will be on the October agenda

3. Strategic Plan for Northwestern

· Strategic Direction 1

Northwestern will enhance the quality of the educational experience by providing opportunities for students to reach their fullest potential in a personalized, student-centered learning environment.

· Strategic Direction 2

Northwestern will increase its enrollment by actively recruiting and retaining students.

· Strategic Direction 3

Northwestern will strengthen the university community by encouraging and supporting diverse, intellectually-stimulating and community-building activities.

· Strategic Direction 4

Northwestern will expand its support for teaching excellence.

· Strategic Direction 5

Northwestern will seek and build strategic alliances and partnerships with its targeted constituencies and strengthen existing relationships.

· Strategic Direction 6

Northwestern will continue to identify and develop institutional distinctiveness and comparative advantages.

V. PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS (Continued)

C. NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

3. Strategic Plan for Northwestern

· Strategic Direction 7

Northwestern will actively work to find and secure outside funding to support programs and initiatives.

4. The 2002-2003 Accomplishments of Faculty, Staff, and Administration at Northwestern Oklahoma State University.” (Attachment M, Pages 210-211)

The order of the agenda resumed.

VIII. NEW BUSINESS

None

IX. REGENTS’ COMMENTS

None.

X. R. #49 - ADJOURNMENT

Regent Garrison made the motion, seconded by Regent Howard, to adjourn the meeting at 12:05 p.m.

Voting for the motion: Regents Garrison, Howard, Poag, Gordon, Thompson, Holloway, Stansberry, Garrett, Poag

Voting against the motion: None

Submitted by:

_______________________________ ________________________________

Richard N. Ryerson Ann Holloway

Board Chair Secretary

Minutes approved by the Regional University System of Oklahoma this day of ___________, ______.

The next regular meeting of the Regional University System of Oklahoma is scheduled for 9:00 a.m., October 24, 2003, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, Oklahoma.

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

September 26, 2003