MINUTES

 

Thursday, March 13, 2008, 8:00 a.m.

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Russell Building Auditorium, 3rd Floor

Room R301

Durant, Oklahoma

 

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

 

         The Board of Regents of the Regional University System of Oklahoma met in regular session at 8:00 a.m., Thursday, March 13, 2008, in the Russell Auditorium Building, Room R301, Durant, Oklahoma. Notice of the meeting had been properly filed with the Secretary of State on September 17, 2007.

 

         A.  CALL TO ORDER AND REGENTS’ ROLL CALL

 

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

 

Belva Howard, Chair, Position 2

Joe Anna Hibler, Vice Chair, Position 3

Jan Gordon, Secretary, Position 4

Harold Jackson, Regent, Position 1

Connie Reilly, Regent, Position 5

Richard Ryerson, Regent, Position 6

Ann Holloway, Regent, Position 7

Mark Stansberry, Regent, Position 8

Sandy Garrett, Regent, Position 9

 

B.  R. #210 EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

      At 8:02 a.m., Regent Gordon made the motion, seconded by Regent Hibler, to go into Executive Session pursuant to 25 O.S. §307 (B)(1) to discuss hiring the Northeastern State University President.

 

      Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

        

 

II.     RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION

 

         The Board Reconvened in Public Session at 9:15 a.m.

 

         No action was taken.

 

        Vice Chair Joe Anna Hibler recognized those in attendance:

 

         University Presidents

 

         Kim Cherry, Interim President, Northeastern State University, Tahlequah,     Oklahoma

         Janet Cunningham, President, Northwestern Oklahoma State University,      Alva, Oklahoma

         John Hays, President, Southwestern Oklahoma State University,       Weatherford, Oklahoma

         Richard Rafes, President, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma

         Michael Turner, President, Southeastern Oklahoma State University,            Durant, Oklahoma

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

 

         Regional University System of Oklahoma Administrative Staff

 

         Sheridan McCaffree, Executive Director

         Charlie Babb, General Counsel

         Lauren Eichinger, Executive Assistant

 

         Others in attendance

 

         Duane Anderson, Vice President for Academic Affairs, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma

Diane Berty, Vice President for Student Development, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma 

         Alan Burton, Director of Public Information, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Tom Fagan, Vice President for Finance and Administration, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, Oklahoma

         Donna Fritchman, Executive Secretary to the President, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

C. Henry Gold, Interim Director for University Advancement, Professor Emeritus, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Grady Hartman, Accountant, University Advancement, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Dan Hoke, University Photographer, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

Liz McCraw, Dean of Students, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Shannon McCraw, Instructor/Director of Forensics, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Douglas McMillan, Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate and University Studies, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Larry Minks, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         David Pecha, Vice President for Administration, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma

         Raquel Schmitz, Chief of Staff, President’s Office, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Debbie Smarr, Assistant to the President, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

         Steve Turner, Vice President for Finance and Administration, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma

         Ross Walkup, Vice President for Business Affairs, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma

 

 III.      CONSENT DOCKET

 

            Regent Garrett made the motion, seconded by Regent Reilly, to approve the following items on the consent docket.

        

            A.   MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS

               

                    Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting, January 18, 2008

 

            B.  ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT

  Chair Connie Reilly (Attachment A, Pages 37-103)

            

  1.   R. #211 Southwestern Oklahoma State University (Pages 37-43)

 

a.  Program Modification Request for a program requirement change for the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training.

 

 2.    R. #212 East Central University (Pages 44-89)

                                                                             

                               a.  Program requirement change in the Master of Education in Special Education degree.

 

b.  Degree program modification in the School Superintendent Standard Certificate.

 

                               c.    New degree program in Master of Science in Accounting.

 

3.   R. #213 Southeastern Oklahoma State University

          (Pages 90-102)

 

a. Change in the total credit hours in Bachelor of Arts – Spanish minor from 24 to 18.

 

b.  Approval to delete the Physics major – Bachelor of Science in Physics.

 

c. Change in total credit hours in Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting from 72 to 69.

 

d. Permission to add a minor in Bachelor of Business Administration – Finance.

 

e.  Approval to allow students to enter the Master of Technology – Occupational Safety and Health program with a minimum GRE score of 700 or to enter with the submission of a professional portfolio.

 

 4.  R. #214 University of Central Oklahoma

 

      Ratification of Emergency Approval (Page 103)

 

      a.  Delete program option to:

             

     1)   Bachelor of Business Administration: Management-Small Business Management.

 

2)   Bachelor of Business Administration: Management-Hotel and Food Service Administration.

 

3) Bachelor of Business Administration: Business Administration-Business Communication.

 

4)  Bachelor of Business Administration: Economics-Public Administration.

 

      5)    Bachelor of Arts Economics-Applied Economics.

 

b.   Add program option to:

 

      1)    Bachelor of Arts: Political Science-Public Administration.

 

c. Change program option name from Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration-International Trade to Business Administration-International Business.

 

d.   Add new program Bachelor of Arts, Humanities.

 

e.  Change department name for the Department of Economics to the Department of Economics and International Business.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

IV.    REPORT OF RUSO COMMITTEE PROCEEDINGS

        

A.        ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Connie Reilly

                       

                       1. Regent Reilly reported on University accreditation and retention rates.

                                    

            B.    BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Richard Ryerson

                     (Attachment B, Pages 104-119)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the following items on the Southeastern Oklahoma State University Building Committee Report.

 

1.   R. #215 Southeastern Oklahoma State University (Page 104)

 

a. Request approval to accept the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) with CMSWillowbrook as the Construction Manager “At-Risk” for an amount not to exceed $1,167,493 for the Theatre Building (Project No. 660-0777). Funding: Capital Bond Issue for 2005 (Fund 479) and Capital Funds (Fund 295).

 

b.  Request approval to select an architect for services to develop the Campus Master Plan on sidewalks, ADA ramps, building entrances and landscaping for an amount not to exceed $25,000. (Project No. 660-0805). Funding: Special Agency (Fund 700).

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

2.   R. #216 East Central University (Page 105)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the following items on the East Central University Building Committee Report.

 

      a.  University Center Expansion (230-0050)

 

Request permission to select an architect/engineering firm for the redesign of the University Center and McBride Gym and design of a new wellness facility and education and training/convention center. Funding source is Student Activity Facility Fees/Donations.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

3.   R. #217 Northwestern Oklahoma State University (Page 106)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Hibler, to approve the following items on the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Building Committee Report.

 

a.   Ratification of Approval

 

Request ratification of the approval we received in October 2007 from the Building Committee Chair and the Chair of the RUSO Board of Regents for the execution of the contract with Henson Construction Company for the renovation of the Science Building (Project #505-0028) and the Health and Physical Education Building (Project #505-0023).  Approval to bid the projects was given on July 13, 2007 (R #8 and R #9).  The contract amount is $4,985,000 and will be funded through the Higher Education Bond Issue of 2005.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

            Voting against the motion: None

 

4.   R. #218 Northeastern State University (Pages 107-111)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the following items on the Northeastern State University Building Committee Report.

 

a.  Project #4850050 – Broken Arrow Campus Phase I

 

Request approval of amendment #a establishing the Guaranteed Maximum Price of $483,992.36 and permission to award contracts through the Oakridge Construction Management agreement for completion of the Auditorium.  This project will complete this area of Building A which was not completed in the original Phase I project.  This project will be funded through the 2005 State Higher Education Bond Issue.

 

Request approval of Amendment #b establishing the Guaranteed Maximum Price of $860,590.50 and permission to award contracts through the Oakridge Construction Management agreement for completion of the Food Court.  This project will renovate the small food service area initially created  and finish out the area in Building A first floor which was not completed in the original Phase I project.  This project will be funded through the 2005 State Higher Education Bond Issue and 295 Capital Revolving Funds.

 

b.  Project #4850063 – Residence Hall Renovation and Repair

     

Request permission to design and bid renovations to South Leoser Residence Hall.  The project will include masonry repair, restroom/shower renovations, fire alarm/sprinkler system installation, HVAC upgrades, paint, and carpet.  The project cost is estimated to be $2.1 million and will be funded through Infrastructure Fees and Auxiliary income.

 

c.  Project #4850037 – Property Purchase

 

Request permission to purchase residential property located at 905 N. Seminary Avenue in the amount of $60,000.00 plus applicable closing costs.  The house is approximately 1,200 sq. ft. located on a .26 acre lot.  The purchase will be funded through Section 13/New College funds.

 

NSU is requesting permission to purchase residential property located at Dale & Smith Streets in the amount of $100,000.00 plus applicable closing costs.  The house is approximately 1,344 sq. ft. located on a .92 acre lot.  The purchase will be funded through Section 13/New College funds.

 

d.  Project #4850041 – Science Building Renovation

 

Request approval of Change Order #8 with Oakridge Builders, Inc.  There will be a decrease of ($1,373.99) to the contract with Oakridge Builders.  The contract total will be $5,496,108.22.  This project is funded through the 2005 State Higher Education Bond Issue.

 

1)  Conduit at teaching desks – ($6,440.08) contract decrease

 

2)  Landscaping irrigation - $2,854.59 contract increase

 

3)  Handrails at SW entrance - $2,020.11 contract increase

 

4)  Joint removal at classroom 228 - $917.39 contract increase

 

5)  Metal roof panel – ($726.00) contract decrease

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

            Voting against the motion: None

 

 

5.   R. #219 Southwestern Oklahoma State University

(Pages 112-117)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Jackson, to approve the following items on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University Building Committee Report.

 

      a.  Crowder Lake Improvements -- Project #6650042

 

Request ratification of the emergency approval granted on January 17th, 2008, to purchase an 80 acre tract of land located at Crowder Lake in Washita County.  Funds for this project will be provided by the Higher Education Bond issue and Auxiliary funds. 

 

b.   Wellness Center Classroom -- Project #6650016

 

Request permission to bid and award the completion of the west side wellness classroom.  This will be a large elevated classroom for general instructional usage with a budget of approximately $100,000.  Funds for this project are available from the Repairs and Renovation budget of E&G 1.

 

c.   Parking Improvements -- Project #6650037

 

Request permission to bid and award the following projects:

 

1)   Paving the west Security Building parking lot.  

                                        

            2)   Paving the west Conference Center parking lot.

                                        

            3)   Improvements to the parking lots for the Chemistry/

Physics/Pharmacy Building, Rogers/Jefferson Halls,

Stewart Hall and Parker Hall.

 

Auxiliary funds will be used for these projects.  The newly requested parking fee revenue is estimated to generate between $200,000 to $250,000 per year.  Estimated cost of the projects is $250,000.

 

d.   Office of Juvenile Affairs Adjudicated Youth Facility

       -- Project #6650063

 

Request permission to negotiate for up to 160 acres in the Lawton area as a site for the Big Pasture Adventure Program.  This will replace our current rented site in Lawton.

 

 

e.   Office of Juvenile Affairs Adjudicated Youth Facility

       --Project #6650063

 

Request permission to bid and award or construct internally a 7,500 square foot facility at the Big Pasture Adventure Program site in cooperation with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education at an approximate cost of $300,000.  The Office of Juvenile Affairs indirect cost revenue is the source of funds to be used for this project.

 

f.   Colony ODOT Grant project

 

Request permission to bid and award the Colony Transportation Museum/Historical Information Center.  The project is jointly funded by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (80%) and SWOSU.  The project budget is approximately $341,000.

 

g.  Art Building -- Project #6650051

 

Request permission to bid and award the renovation of this structure at an approximate cost of $1,500,000. This project will utilize both internal crews and contractors with SWOSU acting as the general contractor.  Funds for this project are available from the Higher Education Bond issue.

 

                           h.      Bid Tab Sheets

 

                                    Present bid tab sheets for three projects: (1) Practice gym wood floor; (2) Swimming pool repairs; and, (3) HVAC for the Parker Hall Lobby.                          

 

i.   Informational Items

 

The University Alumni Association has purchased a centennial clock for the campus.  It will be located at the corner of Davis and Caddo to serve as a campus entry point.

 

The SWOSU Athletic Association has agreed to fund and construct a Baseball Press Box at the Athletic Complex through the University Foundation. 

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

6.     R. #220 University of Central Oklahoma (Pages 118-119)

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Hibler, to approve the following items on the University of Central Oklahoma Building Committee Report.

 

Request approval of funds for projects as follows:

 

a.     Wellness Center Phase II – Project # 1200044

 

Diversified Construction of Oklahoma, Inc., Indefinite Delivery General Conditions Contractor Request approval for Final Completion of the Challenge Course Rappel Tower project as complete on February 4, 2008.  The total cost of the contract is $83,241.02.  The Board approved the project July, 1999.  (R# 4) (Student Revenue Bond Funds)

                                   

b.     Health and Safety Project – Project #1200060

 

Increase the approved project amount for the Mitchell Hall Catwalk Replacement and Safety Projects from $350,000 to $700,000.  The Board approved the Project July 2007.  (R# 36)  (FY08 Section 13 Offset Funds).

 

c.     Residence Hall Improvements – Project #1201012

 

Increase the approved project amount for the Exterior Stair Replacement at Murdaugh Hall, Phase I from $250,000 to $500,000.  The Board approved the project July 2007. (R# 41)  (Housing Funds).

 

d.     Health and Safety Projects – Project # 1200060

 

Increase the approved project amount for the Thatcher Hall Piping and Insulation Replacement Project from $300,000 to $750,000.  The Board approved the project July 2007. (R#37)  (FY08 Section 13 Offset Funds, FY 09 Section 13 Offset Funds).     

 

e.     Brine Lease and Stipulation and Memorandum of Brine Lease

 

Approval of agreement between the University of Central Oklahoma and Woodward Iodine Corporation covering 160 acres at $50 per acre for a total of $8,000 of the SW/4 of Section 32, in Township 26N, Range 19W, Woodward County, Oklahoma, and authorizing execution of same.

 

f.      Roof Repairs and Replacement - Project #1200043

Approve an increase in budget for Liberal Arts Roof Repairs project from $80,000 to $105,000 and award contract to HCS Roofing, an Aduddell – W.P. Hickman Systems Partnership, in the amount of $83,851. A tabulation of two bids received is attached.  The Board approved the project July 2007. (R# 38) (FY 08 Section 13 Offset Funds)

 

Ratification Items:

 

a.     Health and Safety Projects – Project # 1200060

Ratify award of contract in the amount of $104,821.34 to Simplex-Grinnell, the fire and safety contract provider, for Fire Systems Upgrades and Replacements Phase I.  The Board approved the project July 2007. (R#39) (FY 08 Section 13 Offset Funds)

Information Items:

 

a.   Sports Complex Improvements Projects  – Project # 1200032

 

Two contracts were awarded to Diversified Construction of Oklahoma, Inc., the Indefinite Delivery General Conditions Contractor, for Wantland Stadium South End Zone Erosion Control, Upper and Lower Section, in the amount of $16,330 and $38,426.  The Board approved the project May, 2004.  (R# 223)  (Bond Funds, Private Funds)

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

            C.    AUDIT & FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Joe Anna Hibler

              

1.   R. #221  ACCEPT NWOSU FINANCIAL REPORT

 

Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Ryerson, to accept the NWOSU Financial Report.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

2.   R. #222 ACCEPT TRANSITIONAL AUDIT REPORT

 

Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to accept the transitional audit report for Interim President of SEOSU.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

3.  R. #223 AUTHORIZE CREATION OF RETIREE MEDICAL TRUST

 

Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Gordon to authorize the creation of the Retiree Medical Trust and ratify the Bank of Oklahoma as the initial trustee subject to final approval from the Audit and Finance Committee Chair and General Counsel.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

                        4.  Review and possibly approve increased fees for external auditors.

 

Regents requested an additional written explanation from external auditors. No action was taken.

 

                     5.   R. #224 APPROVAL OF QUALITY ASSURANCE REVIEW IN THE RFP

 

                     Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Gordon, for the approval to include the Quality Assurance Review in the Request for Proposals for Internal Auditing.   

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

                                   

                        6.   R. #225 APPROVAL OF ISSUING RFP FOR EXTERNAL AUDIT.

 

Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrett, to approve the draft of an RFP for external auditors beginning with FY 2009.

     

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

      Voting against the motion: None

 

         D.    SYSTEM ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT –

                  Chair Mark Stansberry

 

                  1.   Post-action report on Higher Education Day.

 

Regent Stansberry reported that the successful Higher Education Day breakfast at the State Capitol. There were 144 people in attendance, including 51 legislators and 43 RUSO affiliates. Regent Stansberry further reported about the Chancellor’s comments.

 

            E.    PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT – Chair Harold Jackson

                             

1.       Approve implementation of final online survey.

 

The pilot survey had a 30.5% response rate. The final survey will be emailed to all students, faculty, and staff on March 26, 2008. The responses will be shared with each individual president and all regents by mid-April.

 

2.      Discuss retaining professional consultant for formal presidential 

reviews.

 

The Committee is continuing to consider contracting comparable regional institutions in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas and Kansas to discover how they conduct formal presidential evaluations. The Committee will have a recommendation for further action at the May meeting.

 

F.     POLICY AND PROCEDURE COMMITTEE REPORT –

         Chair Jan Gordon

 

      Regent Gordon reported that all university policies have been reviewed by the General Counsel and are in compliance with H.B. 2103.

 

V.   PRESIDENTS’ RECOMMENDATIONS

 

         A.    R. #226 EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY (Attachment C, Pages 120-128)

 

                  Regent Gordon made the motion, seconded by Regent Reilly, to approve the President’s Recommendations for East Central University as presented by President Rafes.

 

                  President Rafes reported on the honors and awards ceremony that was held March 7, 2008.  

 

                  President Rafes announced the grant received from the AT&T Foundation of $43,275.                          

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

         B.    R. #227 NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

                  (Attachment D, Pages 129-135)

 

                  Regent Gordon made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the President’s Recommendations for Northwestern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Cunningham.

 

President Cunningham announced the unveiling of “The Ranger” at NWOSU’s Enid campus on February 27, 2008.

 

President Cunningham discussed the renovation of the university’s Health and Sports Science Education and Science buildings.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

The order of the agenda has changed to Item E

 

E.     R. #228 SOUTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

                  (Attachment E, Pages 136-155)

 

                  Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrett, to approve the President’s Recommendations for Southwestern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Hays.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

The order of the agenda has changed to Item C

        

         C.    R. #229 UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

                  (Attachment F, Pages 156-171)

        

                  Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Ryerson, to approve the President’s Recommendations for the University of Central Oklahoma as presented by President Webb.

 

President Webb announced UCO’s 2nd National Campus Security Summit at UCO on April 13-14, 2008.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

                 

D.     R. #230 NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY

                     (Attachment G, Pages 172-183)

 

                  Regent Holloway made the motion, seconded by Regent Hibler, to approve the President’s Recommendations for Northeastern State University as presented by Interim President Cherry.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

Interim President Cherry discussed the planning for NSU’s Centennial celebration to be held in August 2008.                           

 

The Board declared a break at 10:25 a.m.

 

The meeting resumed at 11:05 a.m.

              

The order of the agenda has changed to Item F

 

         F.     R. #231 SOUTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

                  (Attachment H, Pages 184-190)

 

                  Regent Hibler made the motion, seconded by Regent Ryerson, to approve the President’s Recommendations for Southeastern Oklahoma State University as presented by President Turner.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

Regent Gordon departed the meeting at 11:15 a.m.

 

Regent Gordon returned to the meeting at 11:30 a.m.

 

VI.   PRESIDENTS’ COUNCIL REPORT – President Roger Webb and  

        President John Hays

 

         No report.

 

 

VII.   EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT – Sheridan McCaffree

 

Status report on Administrative Office

 

Executive Director McCaffree announced the resignation of the Administrative Assistant.

 

VIII.  CHAIR’S REPORT – Regent Belva Howard

         (Attachment I, Page 191)

 

Regent Howard Ryerson the motion, seconded by Regent Gordon, to ratify the resolution for President Larry Williams.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

 

  IX.  REGENTS’ COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

   X.  NEW BUSINESS

 

         Consideration of any matters not known about or which could not have been reasonably foreseen prior to the posting of the agenda.

 

  XI.  R. #232 EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

At 11:45 p.m., Regent Stansberry made the motion, seconded by Regent Gordon, to go into Executive Session pursuant to 25 O.S. §307 (B)(1) to continue discussion of:

 

1)  hiring Northeastern State University President.

 

2)  employment of presidents of RUSO.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

 

 XII.  RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION

 

         The Board Reconvened in Public Session at 1:55 p.m.

 

R. #233 APPROVAL OF NSU PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES

 

Regent Gordon made the motion, seconded by Regent Holloway, to approve the NSU Presidential Candidates to be interviewed for further consideration.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

R. #234 EXTEND THE DEADLINE REFERENCED IN RUSO POLICY 3.3.13

 

Regent Gordon made the motion, seconded by Regent Stansberry, to extend the previous deadline of April 1, 2008 to May 2, 2008 for purposes of RUSO policy 3.3.13 for calendar year 2008 and for presidents’ contracts only.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

XIII.   R. #235 ADJOURNMENT

 

Regent Ryerson made the motion, seconded by Regent Garrett, to adjourn the meeting at 2:05 p.m.

 

Voting for the motion: Regents Howard, Hibler, Gordon, Jackson, Reilly, Ryerson, Holloway, Stansberry, and Garrett

 

Voting against the motion: None

 

 

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