BOR Minutes: November 20-21, 2003
Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education
Minutes
Regular Meeting
November 20-21, 2003
Montana State University-Bozeman
PO Box 172440
Bozeman, MT
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These Minutes were approved unanimously by the Board of Regents at the January 15-16, 2004 meeting in Helena, MT |
System Issues (Action/Submission & Discussion)
Administrative/Budget Items (Action/Submission & Discussion)
Academic/Student Affairs Items (Action/Submission & Discussion)
Consent Agenda (Staff, Academic/Student Affairs, Administrative/Budget,
Labor Agreements/Other, System)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2003
The full Board reconvened at 7:30 a.m.
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ROLL CALL |
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Roll Call indicated a quorum present. Regents Present: Lynn Morrison-Hamilton, Christian Hur Vice-Chair, Ed Jasmin Chairman, John Mercer, Richard Roehm, Mark Semmens, Lila Taylor, and Superintendent of Public Instruction Linda McCulloch ex officio. Also present was Commissioner Sheila Stearns Regents Absent: Governor Judy Martz ex officio. |
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES |
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Reauthorization Act Update by OCHE staff - Information Item Attachment A Attachment B |
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| Commissioner Stearns presented an update to the Board on the Reauthorization Act. Please see report. | ||
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Long Range Planning Processes (Retrospective) - Discussion Item - Rod Sundsted |
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| Associate Commissioner Rod Sundsted gave an overview of the five-year planning done about three and a half years ago. The review revealed some projections were very close to actuality, while some were off. Based on the wishes of the Board, he will run this projection again using their designated assumptions. Some of those will be deferred maintenance, and unfunded cost of retirements. There is concern that the two sides of the system work with different sets of assumptions, and they will work with OCHE to develop a common set of assumptions the Board considers important. It was noted that across the western states, students are opting to remain home because of the non-resident costs involved. The non-resident student base has fallen, and the market must be aimed at the areas that can afford the cost. A non-resident student will expend about $22,000 in Montana, with about half going to the campus and the other half directly into the economy. With the loss of 300 non-resident students, there is about $6.6 million dollars lost by the Montana economy. The middle- income families have been caught in a higher cost to themselves than either the lower- or the upper-income families. Discounting tuition for the 300 non-resident students by $1,000,000 would retain $5.6 million in the state rather than losing the full amount. The loss of 300 non-resident students has caused the depletion of the contingency fund at UM-Missoula. Next year they will face a shortage of $5,000,000. There is a difference in cost for recruitment of non-resident and resident students. At the next meeting, the campuses will provide the Board with an update of where they are financially, as compared to the budgets which they approved, and UM-Missoula will also give a report on their strategic planning. | ||
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Biennial Budget Planning - Discussion Item - Rod Sundsted |
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Regent Semmens indicated to the Board this item covers the month-by-month budget process recommended by the Budget Committee. This proposal involves the Regents in the budget process nine months early to build in their priorities and still submit the budget to the Budget Office by May of even years. The process culminates in the operating budgets presented to the board in September. The mechanics still need to be worked out, but this is a step in the right direction. This year the process will be collapsing the November and January updates into the January meeting. Commissioner Stearns will request input from a variety of areas, inside and outside the system. The Board has until May for final adoption. Regent Mercer noted they are not positive how this process will work out, but it can be adjusted as they go along. There needs to be fundamental built-ins, they need to generate revenue, and to identify problems common to the MUS, businesses, families and the government, such as retirement costs. The Board will be at the table with the campus CEOs talking about different issues, they will focus on solving fiscal problems, and examine ways to identify the problems common across the state. Regent Roehm noted they will need to look at both revenue and expenses.
Another charge to the committee was review of the reports generated by the campuses with elimination of those no longer needed. Their recommendations will be presented at the January Board meeting. |
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Status report on the Board of Education Indian Education Committee - Regents Hamilton and Roehm Policy Statement Jay Treaty (Jay Treaty Cover Page) Initiatives in Indian Education MUS New Proposal Montana Code Annotated 20-1-501 |
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| Regent Roehm indicated that American Indians are the fastest growing minority in Montana. He referred to the historical documents included with the Agenda, and noted there are 16 action points for follow-up by OCHE. Regent Semmens indicated that although the growth of the Native American student population as a percentage of the entire student body on the campuses is only 3%, it is an increase of 20% in the number of Native American students attending. There are many programs ongoing at the various campuses. Chancellor Sexton indicated the enrollment of Native Americans at MSU-Billings is about 7%. They work with tribal colleges to prepare Native Americans for teaching. They have a high percentage of transfers from the tribal colleges and their graduation rates are increasing. Chancellor Capdeville indicated they have a significant number of Native American students at about 19% of the student population. MSU-Northern does economic development with Fort Peck Community College, they have dual enrollment for students at Stone Child College, and Northern graduated 28 or 29 this last spring. They have a wonderful relationship with the tribal colleges. President Gamble reported that MSU-Bozeman has a number of programs across the campus, but is still underachieving. Native Americans are about 3% of their student population. He also noted that Henrietta Mann had reached the end of her endowed position, and he requested she join him as a special advisor and she agreed. They have a coordinated plan for Indian education to make more impact. They are also developing a plan for working with Indian students and Elders as an advisory group to President Gamble. He also noted that Washington State supported an effort to change state boundaries, which are artificial from Native American history and language, and now recognize the traditional homelands of the tribes. President Dennison indicated that the 7% number was not the goal of the Board. Rather, it was to have proportionality. He does not believe it is wise to put formulae into statute. He agreed with Regent Hamilton that there is good participation by Native Americans in courses offered at the tribal colleges, but low numbers are going on to the four-year campuses. UM-Missoula does have dual enrollment for students at the tribal colleges if they are interested. He noted that Teresa Branch is the advocate for Native American students at UM-Missoula, and there are many support services for these students. Twelve of those are related to scholarly endeavors. Despite all these enhancements, President Dennison noted that UM-Missoula still has a distance to go. Chancellor Ulrich noted they have a teacher education program with Salish Kootenai College. Faculty teach at the partner institution, and students also exchange between the campuses. They are ready to start another cohort of 15 to 20 students. Chancellor Gilmore explained that the program mix at Montana Tech of UM is exactly what American Indian students need, but it is also a difficult program. The major hurdle is math requirements. Every year Montana Tech does a Tour of the Nations, visiting all of the reservations and tribal colleges. They are also attempting to get articulation agreements with tribal colleges. Representative Norma Bixby stated efforts at student retention need to be improved. She noted there are some faculty members who help American Indian students make it through higher education, but recommended more diversity training for the campuses since some professors make the Indian students jump through too many hoops. She believes that dual enrollment is a great idea, and that the campuses also need to help K-12 with professional development for all teachers. She suggested a research project on why these students are not learning to read and do math, as well as ESL classes, and learning to understand how Indian children learn. Representative Bixby cited needs such as parent involvement, retention and recruitment of Indian students, creation of support systems for Indian students on campuses with aid of tribes, visits by financial aid representatives to the tribal colleges, and consistent monitoring of the campus diversity plans. Ellen Swaney encouraged the creation of a committee of the campuses to look at the diversity plan, flesh it out, and set time lines and duties. She believes it would be beneficial to have a system level plan to which all campuses can refer. | ||
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Following a fifteen-minute break, the Board reconvened at 10:25.
Chairman Jasmin announced that Governor Martz would arrive at the meeting around 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. President Gamble introduced Dr. Linda Hyman, Director and Vice President for the Division of Life Sciences. |
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Residency Policy - Discussion Item - Regent Hamilton |
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| Following discussion of changes that could be made to the residency policy for returning Montanans, it was agreed that Commissioner Stearns will work with Chief Legal Counsel LeRoy Schramm to arrive at some resolution of this issue. There appear to be few options, except perhaps the extension of the window now available to Montana residents. | ||
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Quality Benchmarks - Discussion Item - Roger Barber Memo |
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Deputy Commissioner Barber shared ideas gathered from the campuses regarding quality benchmarks. The Board was also presented with a sampling of benchmarks used by other systems. All of these items were approached from different angles by different systems, and did not necessarily measure the same information. Roger Barber requested more specific guidelines from the Board of what they expected to achieve or how they intended to use the benchmarks before he proceeds further. This same issue is before Congress now with the Reauthorization of Higher Education Act. Measures need to be made in three areas: system wide and campus-wide outcomes, and image for marketing. A few specific guidelines offered were responsiveness, effectiveness, measurable missions and goals, caliber of learning experience, quality of life on campus, renowned faculty, publishing histories, faculty/student ratios, output ratios, licenses and certificates earned, grad school placements, employer satisfaction, retention, number of years to graduation, and value of the programs offered.
Regent Hamilton asked Regent Mercer if it was his intention for the members of the group to be approved by the Board before they began working. He indicated he did not. Regent Hamilton then indicated she would vote against the motion under that circumstance.
Regent Semmens recommended the Board review the source materials provided them, and if they have any good suggestions, they provide those to Roger Barber. |
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Economic Road Map Update - Commissioner Stearns |
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| Commissioner Stearns gave a brief update on the progress of this issue. The steering committee so far is made up of David Gibson from the Governor-s office, Clayton Schenck, Terry Johnson, Rod Sundsted, Laurie Neils, and Webb Brown, Director of the Montana Chamber of Commerce. Ideas will be presented to the Board on a regular basis. | ||
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ITEM 121-109-R1103 - Board of Regents Policy and Procedures Manual: Governance and Organization Section 201.7 - By-Laws (Revised) - Action Item - Regent Jasmin |
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ITEM 121-110-R1103 - Amend Policy 940.24 Collection and Remittance of Fees for Student, Non-profit and Non-partisan Organization; The University of Montana-Missoula - Action Item - Regent Hur |
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ITEM 121-111-R1103 - Amend Policy 940.24 Collection and Remittance of Fees for Student, Non-profit and Non-partisan Organization; The University of Montana-Missoula - Action Item - Regent Hur |
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ITEM 121-112-R1103 - Amend Policy 940.24 Collection and Remittance of Fees for Student, Non-profit and Non-partisan Organization; The University of Montana-Missoula - Action Item - Regent Hur |
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Regent Hur declared his conflicts of interest on this issue as being involved with MontPirg for over a year in creating the permissive version; he is a member of the College Republicans; is a UM student; he promised MontPirg at the beginning of his involvement that he would not vote in favor of any elimination outright of MontPIRG-s ability to collect the fees; and MAS took a vote the previous evening stating support for Item k. |
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Scott McCarthy on behalf of MAS Aaron Flint on behalf of ASUM Dan Hartmann on behalf of ASMSU-N |
Carla Amerson on behalf of ASMSU-B Web Holmes |
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Gayle Price Dave Ponder Matt Singer Denver Henderson Andrew Miller Justin Baker Joe Haze Brett Thompson (delivered 1000 signatures) Kimberly Pappas Sapphire Diamond Rink |
Chris Nolan Mathew Jennings Ross Prosperi Rebecca Pettit Megan Graves Jace Christiansen Heather Hinsey Mathew (unknown) Blaine Zollar |
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Joshua Huey Steve Gobel Kayla French |
Klinton Pfeifle Tom Figerelli |
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Joshua Huey Steve Gobel Kayla French |
Tom Figerelli Jay Keenan |
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Klinton Pfeifle Mathew Jennings |
Ross Prosperi |
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The Board recessed at 12:30 for lunch with student leadership followed by a meeting with classified staff representatives. The Board reconvened at 2:05 p.m. |
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Open Forum for Public Input on MONTANA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM ISSUES | |
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Bob Horn, principal of Manhattan High School advised the Board that some of the current seniors in high school are caught in the gap between the old math standards and the new math standards adopted for 2004. Originally, they had been told the new standards would be adopted in 2005, and classes were scheduled accordingly for these students. Since the standards were adopted this year, some seniors are deficient in the math standards.
Erik Burke of MEA-MFT complimented the Board on the tuition waiver for dependents and would like to see it become permanent. He will send a letter to the Board with specific recommendations for budget negotiations before the next legislative session.
Representative Norma Bixby addressed the issue of racism on the campuses. She indicated many Indian students do not go on to the four-year campuses because of racial slurs, and she challenged Regent Hur to take on this issue at the student level.
Aaron Flint, President of ASUM commented on the problem facing middle-income students as tuition rises, and they do not receive additional financial aid. He noted there needs to be equity and some method to retain the middle-income students. Regent Hamilton suggested Mr. Flint look into the College Opportunity for All Act. |
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| d. | ITEM 119-1901-R0503 - Request to establish an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing leading to Licensure as a Registered Nurse; The University of Montana-Helena College of Technology (Action Item) Summary Letter from Carroll CollegeAttachment Application Proposal Proposal Attachment Letter from Carroll College to Board of Nursing Budget Survey Results | |
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| h. | Informational session and business plan concerning the Experience One project at Dillon. UM-W Response Article Letters of Support | |
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Karl Ulrich, Interim Chancellor of The University of Montana-Western, made a presentation to the Board on the history and background of the Experience One program. Faculty members and students also reported on the benefits they derived from using the program. Beginning in fall of 2004, all freshmen will enroll in the Experience One Program, with the balance of the students to be included in the fall of 2005. Mike Klakken of Dillon asked the Board to stop implementation of the Experience One program.
The Board took a ten-minute recess
Chairman Jasmin declared the matter closed and done with. |
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| i. | ITEM 120-2802-R0903 - Approval of Proposal to Offer the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Plumbing; Montana State University-Northern - Action Item Summary Proposal Attachment Attachment 2 Appendices 1 - 4 Appendix V | |
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The following individuals testified to the need for this program, as well as the coordinated efforts made by both the independent and organized sections of the industry to work with Montana State University-Northern to bring this issue to fruition: Cheri Jimeno, Bob Nault (plumbing/heating contractor from Havre), Mark Mackey, Supervisor of Apprenticeship and Training Program, Department of Labor, Steve Nelson, Chairman, State Board of Plumbers, Con Sullivan, Local 41 Plumbers and Pipefitters in Butte, and Lou Dumas, MEM Supply Company. Regent Mercer requested assistance in changing the form covering the financial aspects of all program requests. He appreciated the data provided by the Department of Labor.
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Appeal of Greg Weller - (Appellant will appear by telephone) |
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There was extensive discussion on the facts of this appeal, and the chronology of actions taken by Mr. Weller.
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| The Board recessed at 5:40 p.m. |
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2003 |
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The board reconvened at 8:40 a.m. |
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STUDENT REPORTS |
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Please see attached reports
END STUDENT REPORTS |
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MUS Salaries-Action item-Regent Roehm |
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Chairman Jasmin asked if the motion could be withdrawn and this item become part of the Compensation Committee discussion to be worked out with the Budget Committee plan. Regent Roehm indicated he was asking the campus data people to design an empirical study to be reviewed by the Budget Committee, with the study then to be conducted and analyzed on campus. The results would go back to the board through the Commissioner.
Regent Roehm indicated he did not intend the peer groups to be found only inside Montana, as some positions only have peers at institutions with the stature of Stanford University. Regent Mercer indicated he would not support the motion as it asks staff to conduct a huge project. Regent Roehm indicated the design of the process will be reviewed by the Budget Committee with their input before any action occurs.
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| a. | ITEM 121-101-R1103 - Amend Policy 940.13 - Fee Waivers; Montana University System (Action Item) | |
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| b. | ITEM 121-103-R1103 - Eliminate Policy 971.7.1 Building and Maintenance Fees; Colleges of Technology (Action Item) Attachment | |
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ITEM 121-104-R1103 - Tuition Waiver for Dependents (New) - Office of Commissioner of Higher Education (Action Item) | |
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Clarification was made that this covers individuals who have not yet attained a Bachelors degree. |
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ITEM 121-107-R1103 - Two Year Marketing Proposal; Office of Commissioner of Higher Education (Action Item) Proposal Budget | |
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John Cech gave an overview of the proposed campaign which would target the general population of Montana. He indicated it was a $100,000 package which requests $75,000 from the Board of Regents to be matched with $25,000 from sponsors and partners. The campaign will highlight the impact on existing business, as well as the impact on the quality of life through life long learning. The coordinated campaign has a 32-page booklet, radio and TV spots, development of a ten-minute promotional video, and billboards across the state. Partners will publish and distribute more than 350,000 copies of the booklet, and will also provide technical and artistic help. Regent Hamilton expressed concern with the strategies, and indicated she wanted to see the campaign extended to four or five years. President Dennison pointed out this was actually a $125,000 project since they anticipate two matches of $25,000 each. The financial commitment of the community colleges will vary between $2000 and $3000 depending on the number of partners.
Regent Semmens indicated he would hesitate to commit to three years. Although it is planned only as a one-year program, Regent Hamilton reiterated she wants to develop the idea that it is a long-term project to change opinions in the state and she wants it to continue.
Regent Hamilton indicated the intent of the match is for the community colleges to be part of the proposal, while other partners would be four-year campuses, external partners to MUS, other agencies, banks, and foundations in consortium and responsible for what is already committed. Dean Mary Moe stated the two-year campuses will also be investing their dollars to run the video in their local areas.
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ITEM 121-1003-R1103 - Increase in Authorization for Research Facility; The University of Montana-Missoula (Action Item) | |
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| f. | ITEM 121-2004-R1103 - Authorization to Renovate the Engineering Physical Sciences (EPS) Building; Montana State University-Bozeman (Action Item) Attachment | |
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| g. | ITEM 121-2007-R1103 - Authorization to Construct a Cleanroom in the Engineering Complex; Montana State University-Bozeman (Action Item) Attachment | |
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ITEM 121-2703-R1103 - Authorization to Install Fire Suppression Systems in Various Residence Halls; Montana State University-Billings (Action Item) |
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| i. | ITEM 121-108-R1103 - Authorization to Accept Offer for the Sale of Property Located at 11 Park Road, Havre, Montana; Montana State University-Northern (Action Item) Appraisal Agreement | |
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| j. | ITEM 121-2006-R1103 - Authorization to Accept a Bequest of the Talon Ranch; Montana State University-Bozeman (Action Item) Agreement | |
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Panel Discussion |
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Destination Education Panel Discussion (Tourism) | |
| Regent Mercer indicated he requested this panel discussion in order to work toward
coordinating the marketing of the state of Montana and higher education. Norma Nickerson
moderated the panel, the members being Betsy Baumgart of Travel Montana, Angie Day
of Big Sky Resort, Joe McClure of Big Sky Economic Development Authority, and Kim
Obbink of MSU-Bozeman. The panel provided information on the groups they represent,
and suggested some areas where the MUS could partner with them in marketing. |
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Governor Martz arrived at the meeting at 11:45 a.m. In a prepared speech, Governor Martz announced she was allocating $2.7 million of the federal economic stimulus package to the Montana University System. She designated $450,000 to the community colleges to be distributed on a per student basis. She asked that $250,000 of the allocation be directed to The University of Montana to build upon their distance-learning program which she suggested be directed to rural and isolated K-12 students. Governor Martz concluded her remarks at 12:05 p.m. |
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Return to Panel Discussion Regent Mercer wanted to determine what structure could be developed for the MUS and these agencies to work together. Mention was made of using the alumni groups, and cross-linking university system web sites with those of the various groups. It was recommended that a small group look at the opportunities, and bring recommendations back to the Board. Commissioner Sheila Stearns offered to work with Betsy Baumgart and Norma Nickerson, and perhaps representatives from admissions, continuing education, and university relations. Regent Semmens encouraged the committee to consider three areas: general marketing through links, and print materials; targeted marketing; and event based marketing. He suggested a target market of children under 18, and inquired if there was an opportunity for the MUS to target the Travel Montana packets. He also recommended event collaboration between the tourism industry and educational opportunities occurring on the campuses. Betsy Baumgart indicated Travel Montana has a comprehensive statewide calendar of events and any group may send her items they want posted to the site. END PANEL DISCUSSION |
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| k. | ITEM 121-2701-R1103 - Authorization to Acquire Real Property; Montana State University-Billings (Submission Item) | |
| l. | ITEM 121-2702-R1103 - Authorization to Purchase Real Property (2415 Elm Street); Montana State University-Billings (Submission Item) | |
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ITEM 120-201-R0903 - Approval of Proposal to implement a Two-Year, Outdoor Recreation Management A.A.S. Degree Program as well as a One-Year Certificate Program; Dawson Community College, Glendive, Montana. (Submission Item) Summary Proposal | |
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Nursing Coordinating Group Report - Regents Roehm and Hamilton | |
| Regent Roehm gave a brief explanation on the makeup of this group, indicating it was not to be construed as a committee or subcommittee of any of the entities represented by the individuals. He indicated that Deputy Commissioner Roger Barber is working with the Nursing Board to create a better application form for new programs, which will be used by both the Nursing Board and the Board of Regents. Commissioner Sheila Stearns questioned the long delay in accomplishing articulation between the Certificate program and the AA, which she noted would be a ladder to the BA. Regent Roehm indicated that those involved in the nursing field are very passionate about their work, and he believes the only way to resolve the issue is from the top down. Regent Hamilton indicated she believed the issue should be resolved from the bottom up. Deputy Commissioner Barber reminded the Board that previous groups have been unable to resolve these issues. They began meeting ten years ago and are faced with the same issues today. Dean Ballentine urged the Board to remain patient to see what can be managed from the bottom up approach. She believes that the grassroots are where the changes will happen. | ||
| c. | ITEM 120-2018-R0903 - Authorization to Establish an Upper Division Nursing Campus in Bozeman; Montana State University-Bozeman (Action Item) Summary Proposal Budget Business Plan | |
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In response to a question from Regent Mercer, Provost Dooley indicated the costs are lower than they would have been because of the agreements with Deaconess for resources, and discussions will continue for more benefits. Regent Semmens indicated lawmakers need to be made aware of the costs of programs to produce the needed graduates, and Provost Dooley indicated that nursing education was probably the most expensive education they provide, but it is necessary to bear the cost. Regent Hur indicated he was in favor of Regent Mercer-s motion. Regent Jasmin asked if the program could have super tuition, and Provost Dooley replied that normally super tuition is justified when compensation for graduates is higher than normal. Nursing pay in Montana is a problem. Regent Jasmin stated employers should recognize this and pay more to nurses. Regent Hamilton voiced support for the proposal, but was inclined not to vote for it with the conditions placed by Regent Mercer.
Regent Mercer indicated he wanted the motion to remain that if the program is not funded, then approval is withdrawn. He does not want to see it approved, not funded, but implemented at a later date. Regent Hamilton indicated that if the Board approved the program, they also approved funding from the system level. Regent Mercer indicated that was not accurate, and he didn-t believe it was good policy to approve a program with the statement -we are going to ask a committee for money.- Provost Dooley indicated the action of the Board would not substantially affect their process of going through the Budget Committee on campus. If the Board rejects the proposal, there will be nothing to fund.
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| d. | ITEM 119-1901-R0503 - Request to establish an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing leading to Licensure as a Registered Nurse; The University of Montana-Helena College of Technology (Action Item) Summary Letter from Carroll CollegeAttachment Application Proposal Proposal Attachment Letter from Carroll College to Board of Nursing Budget Survey Results | |
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| e. | Level II Memo (Information Item) | |
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Commissioner Stearns noted that at the request of the Governor, she needed their help to do this. Regent Jasmin recommended coordinating the development of proposals with the Governor-s office. Regent Mercer suggested asking people in the system and others how best to meet the challenge of the Governor, then to bring the plan to the January 15-16, 2004 meeting for approval before giving it to the Governor-s office. Regent Jasmin recommended there be interim consultation with the Governor-s office. Regent Mercer noted that the Governor had already given directions on how to use the funds. Associate Commissioner Rod Sundsted reminded the Board they had passed a policy that these funds would be used to offset tuition. Regent Mercer indicated he hoped that would be one of the ideas considered, but was not sure it totally responded to the Governor-s request. Regent Roehm stated that the Governor had made the proposal in public, they had all heard it, and wondered if they needed the motion. Regent Hur stated they needed formal action for concrete guidance for the Chair and the Commissioner.
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| f. | ITEM 120-2019-R0903 - Approval of Proposal to Establish a Bachelor of Liberal Studies; Montana State University-Bozeman - Action Item Proposal | |
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| g. | ITEM 120-2853-R0903 - Approval of Proposal to Establish an Associate of Arts Degree; Montana State University-Great Falls, College of Technology - Action Item Summary Proposal | |
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| j. | Updated College Prep Exemption Report - Information Item - Roger Barber | |
| k. | Admission Policies - Information Item - Roger Barber Policy 301.1 | |
| l. | UM Admissions Policy - Information Item | |
| Items j., k. and l. were deferred to the January 15-16, 2004 meeting. | ||
| m. | Resolution on Enrollment Caps - Action Item - Regent Roehm Cover | |
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Regent Mercer asked if the Board prohibits the campuses from establishing more stringent standards at the campus level. Provost Muir noted that, as a result of restructuring, the College of Technology is part of the main campus. She noted they try to get students to the level they need. Regent Roehm asked if -institution- replacing -unit- would solve the problem. Chief Legal Counsel LeRoy Schramm replied it would be more confusing if Missoula considers themselves one campus, since they could not tell someone who met their established requirements for the four-year campus they would have to attend the College of Technology. Regent Roehm indicated his intent with this Resolution was to demonstrate that the Board did not want to put a number cap on enrollment.
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| Regent Semmens stated that he needed to leave the meeting due to family and weather
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| n. | Level I Memo (Information Item) | |
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| o. | Writing Proficiency Update Information Item - Jan Clinard Costs Consortium | |
| Item o. was deferred to the January 15-16, 2004 meeting |
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DISCUSSION WITH CAMPUS CEOs/COMMISSIONER Please See Attached Reports |
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Staff Items: |
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ITEM 121-1000-R1103 - Staff; The University of Montana Missoula | |
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ITEM 121-1001-R1103 - Authorization to Confer the Title of Professor Emeritus of Business Administration upon Michael R. Brown; The University of Montana-Missoula |
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ITEM 121-1500-R1103 - Staff; Montana Tech of The University of Montana |
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ITEM 121-1600-R1103 - Staff; The University of Montana-Western |
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ITEM 121-1900-R1103 - Staff; The University of Montana-Helena College of Technology |
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ITEM 121-2000-R1103 - Staff; Montana State University-Bozeman |
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| Regent Hur inquired about the 25% increase for three Biology faculty. President Gamble replied they are part of a constellation of faculty in molecular biology, with contract and grant dollars. Salaries are on the low end of the talent pool, yet these faculty bring in tremendous contract dollars. Regent Mercer noted these are not state dollars. Rather than arguing a high paying job is a bad thing, he believes it should be considered a good thing, especially when the dollars are coming from outside the state. | ||
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ITEM 121-2001-R1103 - Authorization to Confer the Title of Professor Emeritus of Extension upon Woodrow Ekegren; Montana State University-Bozeman | |
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ITEM 121-2002-R1103 - Authorization to Confer the Title of Professor Emeritus of Spanish upon Jack Jelinski; Montana State University-Bozeman |
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ITEM 121-2003-R1103 - Authorization to Confer the Title of Professor Emeritus of Chemistry upon Reed A. Howald; Montana State University-Bozeman |
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ITEM 121-2300-R1103 - Staff; Agricultural Experiment Station | |
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ITEM 121-2400-R1103 - Staff; Cooperative Extension Service | |
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l. |
ITEM 121-2700-R1103 - Staff; Montana State University-Billings | |
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ITEM 121-2800-R1103 - Staff; Montana State University-Northern | |
| n. | ITEM 121-2850-R1103 - Staff; Montana State University-Great Falls College of Technology | |
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Labor Agreements/Other: |
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ITEM 121-2005-R1103 - Authorization of the Appointment of the Fire Services Training Advisory Council; Montana State University-Bozeman | |
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ITEM 121-105-R1103 - Approval of Tentative Agreement with MPEA; Office of Commissioner of Higher Education Memo Agreement | |
| c. | ITEM 121-106-R1103 - Approval of Tentative Agreement with MSU-N Faculty Association; Montana State University-Northern Memo Agreement | |
| d. | ITEM 121-113-R1103 - Approval of the Tentative Agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers; Office of Commissioner of Higher Education Memo Agreement | |
| e. | ITEM 121-114-R1103 - Approval of Tentative Agreement with Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters; Office Commissioner of Higher Education Memo | |
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Regent Hamilton MOVED for APPROVAL of the Minutes of the September 24-25-26,
2003 Regular Meeting in Billings, MT
The Minutes were APPROVED unanimously on a 7-0 vote. 
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With no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m. |