Approved February 21, 2003
THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF MARYLAND
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
December 6, 2002
University of Maryland, Baltimore
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
Vice Chairman Larson moved, Regent Wood seconded and the
Board of Regents voted unanimously to convene in closed and
Executive Session on Friday, December 6, 2002, at University
of Maryland, Baltimore beginning at 8:50 a.m. Those present
were: Vice Chairman Larson, Regents Canter, Chapman, Finan,
Florestano, Houghton, Hoyer, Johnson, Josey, Kendall,
Marcus, Mister, Nevins, Tydings, Wood, Chancellor Kirwan and
Ms. Ryan. The Board of Regents reviewed items on the agenda
that were exempted under the Open Meetings Act for
consideration in closed and executive session. The meeting
adjourned at 9:05 a.m.
Following the public session of the Board, newly-elected
Chairman Kendall moved, Regent Wood seconded and the Board
of Regents voted unanimously to convene in closed and
Executive Session with Chancellor's Council on Friday,
December 6, 2002, at University of Maryland, Baltimore
beginning at 11:00 a.m. Those present were: Regents
Canter, Chapman, Finan, Florestano, Houghton, Hoyer,
Johnson, Josey, Kendall, Larson, Marcus, Mister, Nevins,
Tydings, Wood, Chancellor Kirwan, Vice Chancellors Boesch,
Martin and Vivona; Mr. John Anderson, Assistant Attorney
General; Presidents Bogomolny, Burnett, Heeger, Lowe,
Mote, Ramsay, Interim President Jones, Vice President
Johnson (UMBC), Provost Buchanan (SU), Vice President
Holden (UMES), Vice President James Lovelace (UMBI), Dr.
Parker (CUSF), Mr. Hill (CUSS), Mr. Patton (USMSC), and Ms.
Ryan. The Board of Regents reviewed items on the agenda that
were exempted under the Open Meetings Act for consideration
in closed and executive session. The meeting adjourned at
noon.
Chairman Kendall moved, Regent Wood seconded and the Board
of Regents voted unanimously to convene in closed and
Executive Session with the Chancellor on Friday, December 6,
2002, at University of Maryland, Baltimore beginning at
12:15 p.m. Those present were: Regents Canter, Chapman,
Finan, Florestano, Houghton, Hoyer, Johnson, Josey, Kendall,
Larson, Marcus, Mister, Nevins, Rosapepe, Tydings, Wood,
Chancellor Kirwan, Vice Chancellors Boesch, Martin and
Vivona; Assistant Attorney General John Anderson and Ms.
Ryan. The Board of Regents reviewed items on the agenda that
were exempted under the Open Meetings Act for consideration
in closed and executive session. The meeting adjourned at
1:30 p.m.
Minutes of the sessions are attached.
PUBLIC SESSION:
Vice Chairman Larson called the public meeting of the
Board of Regents of the University System of Maryland to
order at 9:09 a.m. on Friday, December 6, 2002 at
University of Maryland, Baltimore. Those present were:
Vice Chairman Larson, Regents Canter, Chapman, Finan,
Florestano, Houghton, Hoyer, Johnson, Josey, Kendall,
Larson, Marcus, Mister, Nevins, Tydings, Wood, Chancellor
Kirwan, Vice Chancellors Boesch, Martin and Vivona; Mr.
John Anderson, Assistant Attorney General; Presidents
Bogomolny, Burnett, Heeger, Lowe, Mote, Ramsay, Interim
President Jones, Vice President Johnson (UMBC), Provost
Buchanan (SU), Vice President Holden (UMES), Vice
President James Lovelace (UMBI), Dr. Parker (CUSF), Mr.
Hill (CUSS), Mr. Patton (USMSC), Ms. Ryan, USM staff
members, members of the press and other observers.
1.Regent Josey presented the report of the Nominating
Committee (Regents Josey, Marcus and Kendall.)
Regent Nevins placed the name of Clifford Kendall in
nomination as chairman of Board of Regents. Mr.
Kendall has been a highly accomplished and successful
business leader; as an outstanding member of the Board
and exemplifies the leadership that will advance the
Board; is passionate about education, and understands
the difference between governance and management.
Regent Wood seconded the nomination stating that Mr.
Kendall will serve the USM, the Board of Regents, and
citizens of state with honor and distinction.
Unanimously approved.
Regent Larson stated his enthusiastic support of Mr.
Kendall's nomination.
Chairman Kendall thanked the Board for his election as
chair. In his remarks, he said that he is an
enthusiastic supporter of education in Maryland. "I
accept the job enthusiastically and will serve for as
long as it makes sense." Chairman Kendall has spoken
with Governor-elect Ehrlich to advise him that every
member of the Board is interested in doing what is
right and in the best interests of the institutions; he
emphasized that all regents want to work with the new
Governor. Chairman Kendall stated that he and other
members the Board realize that there will be changes on
the Board over the next few years; there will be
problems with decreases in funds; and there will be
changes in priorities/programs. He stated his high
regard for the cadre of exceptional presidents in the
system; and recognized the Chancellor as the premier
education leader in the nation.
In other comments he addressed the issue of collective
bargaining..."I did speak against collective bargaining
for the System when it was being considered in the
Legislature. I did, however, work my way through
college as a union worker in the railroad. I believe
that unions can be a positive factor if management and
union leaders work together to find reasonable
solutions to collective bargaining issues. We now have
collective bargaining and we need to make it work.
There are many positive things that can be achieved if
we work with union representatives and they work with
us to develop reasonable solutions to collective
bargaining issues. Our job is to make this work
without sacrificing the ability to protect the interest
of the System from unreasonable demands. I pledge my
wholehearted support to help find the common, positive
ground to handle collective bargaining issues."
Chairman Kendall also addressed his ties to College
Park. "Another item reported in the press is that I am
a graduate of College Park and a major donor there,
which worries officials at other institutions, because
it increases the flagship campus influence in the
System. When I came on the Board, I made it clear to
everyone that I was interested in developing the System
and its components to the fullest. All of my decisions
have been made on the basis on fairness and equity to
each of the institutions without prejudice for or
against any institution. If anyone believes that I
have inadvertently violated my intent, have some other
concerns, please let me know."
"Members of the Board are interested in making it the
best Board it can be. We have committee looking at
ways we can improve the management, efficiency, and
effectiveness in the way we conduct out affairs. I
support this endeavor and want to be part of improving
our operations. It will be a high priority for me."
"One of the things I admired about the way our past
chairman, Nate Chapman, conducted the Regents meetings,
is that he went out of his way to encourage every
regent to express his/her opinion. He showed a genuine
interest in having a full discussion of issues whether
he agreed with you or disagreed with you. I will
strive to maintain that environment."
"In closing, I would like to express my appreciation to
my follow regents for the honor or letting me serve as
your chairman.
Thank you very much."
A. Welcome and Remarks from the Host Institution
1. President David Ramsay welcomed the regents,
presidents and others to UMB. On behalf of the USM
Presidents, Dr. Ramsay congratulated Chairman Kendall on
election as chair. Dr. Ramsay then presented a brief
overview of the accomplishments of UMB and the problems
of the current state and federal budgetary problems. He
also stated that UMB needs space to carry out
entrepreneurial activities and hopes to open a technology
research park close to the campus.
B. Committee of the Whole
1. The minutes of the October 11, 2002 meeting were
unanimously approved.
2. Report of Chancellor William E. Kirwan
Chancellor Kirwan congratulated Regent Kendall on his
election as chairman. "We are very fortunate to have
you as chairman."
Chancellor Kirwan stated that he has had several good
discussions with Governor-elect Ehrlich and Lt.
Governor-elect Steele and is pleased that they site USM
as one of the state's most important assets. Governor-
Elect Ehrlich has selected two individuals from the
system for his transition team: Dr. Jennie Hunter-
Cevera, President of UMBI and Dr. Susan Schwab, Dean of
the School of Public Affairs, UMCP.
Chancellor Kirwan then presented a brief overview of
the difficult budget situation facing the USM.
Maintain the Momentum Campaign - Dr. Kirwan
complimented President Mote on UMCP's action plan for
the campaign. On Nov. 20, USM hosted a breakfast for
Baltimore legislators and will host others in the
future. USM cohosted a dinner for legislators with
MICUA.
Dr. Kirwan announced the appointment of Mr. Joseph C
Bryce as Associate Vice Chancellor for Government
Relations. He will be working with all legislators and
key state officials through the State and will be an
asset to all of USM.
Dr. Kirwan congratulated President Heeger and UMUC for
winning a $350,000,000 contract for next the 10 years
to bring higher education to members of the military.
C. Report of the Committee on Finance - Regent Nevins
1. Regent Nevins presented the report of the November 21,
2002 meeting of the Committee on Finance.
Regent Nevins moved that items 2-10 be placed on the
consent agenda; seconded by Regent Josey. The
following items were unanimously approved.
2. USM: Revolving Loan Program for Acquisition of Personal
Property
3. UMB: Procurement in Excess of $5 million - Research and
Scientific Equipment
4. UMCP: Tuition Rate for the Executive MBA Program
5. UMCP: Modification of Public/Private Student Housing -
Buildings 4, 5, and 6
6. UMCP: Project Authorization for ICA Fields
7. UMCP: Change in Scope and Funding for the Alumni Center
8. USM: Board of Regents Policy VII-7.11-Leave Reserve
Fund - USM Employees Called to Active Duty
9. USM: Policy on Granting Tuition Remission to Morgan
State University and St. Mary's College
10. Bowie State University: Public/Private Student Housing
Items 12 through 14 were presented as information only:
11. USM: Financial Data Report for the Three Months Ending
September 30, 2002 (information)
12. USM: Report on Institutional Financial Aid for
Undergraduates, FY 2001 (information)
13. USM: MBE Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2002
(information)
14. USM: Quarterly Review of Capital Improvement Projects
(information)
15. 2003 Budget Briefing - Vice Chancellor Vivona
presented an overview of the current budget situation. The
USM has already received a 4.5% cut in funding for FY2003
and will probably receive additional cuts. A mid-year rise
in tuition is being discussed to help defray some of the
funding cuts. Faculty/staff furloughs and layoffs are
possible as well.
D. Report of the Committee on Education Policy - Regent
Florestano
1. Regent Florestano presented a report of the meeting of
November 19, 2002 meeting of the Committee on Education
Policy
2. Regent Florestano moved the approval of the "Results of
Period Reviews of Academic Programs; seconded by Regent
Larson and unanimously approved.
Items three through seven were presented as information
only.
3. Update on Academic Advising: Improvement and
Enhancements)
4. Report on the Workload of the USM Faculty)
5. Maryland-OCR Update
6. Opening Fall Enrollments
7. Report on Student Financial Aid
E.Reports of the Advisory Councils
1. Council of University System Presidents - President
David Ramsay
President Ramsay presented the report on behalf of Dr.
Gira. He reinforced remarks from Chancellor about the
fate of higher education in the current budget
situation. Dr. Ramsay stressed that Presidents need to
educate all state leadership about the relationship
between tuition and financial aide. Other than UMB,
the presidents of campuses that have collective
bargaining units with ASFCME are working to develop
coalition bargaining.
2. Council of University System Faculty - Dr. David Parker
presented the report of CUSF. He first congratulated
Chairman Kendall on behalf of CUSF. CUSF had a productive
meeting with the Chancellor; CUSF has unanimously voted to
offer their services to Governor-Elect Ehrlich and have
extended an invitation to him to attend the February meeting
of CUSF at UMBI which has been accepted.
Regent Florestano suggested that would be helpful for
CUSF to engage in discussions about the budget crisis.
It is important that faculty are involved.
3. Council of University System Staff - Mr. Joe Hill
presented the report of CUSS meeting. Topics addressed were
the current budget situation; Legislative Committee is
working on the Maintain the Momentum campaign; are
requesting a policy change on tuition remission for faculty
and staff allowing individuals to register for no more than
eight credits as opposed to the current language limiting
registration to 2 courses.
4.University System Student Council - Mr. Tyler Patton
stated that the USMSC will interview six candidates for
student regents in December and will send three names
forward to the Chancellor. On January 21, the Council
will sponsor "Annapolis 101" where student council
members visit legislators and host a reception. He
also brought up a request from students that regents
consider a fall break for students - three days during
Thanksgiving week - or the whole week.
Regent Florestano stated that this request has arisen
before but there are problems in getting in the
requisite number of days into the semester unless the
semester begins prior to Labor Day.
Regent Canter expressed his concern for students who
have to go to school for a 14-15 weeks with no break.
Dr. Parker said he had served on the System Calendar
Committee on this issue. One problem is nine-month
contract faculty as well as Labor Day. Dr. Parker
suggested it might be good to have a meeting at the
System level with all constituents to discuss the issue
and see if there is a reasonable alternative.
Regent Canter and Mr. Patton will continue working on
this issue.
F. New Business
Regent Kendall congratulated Regent Hoyer on his new
position as Minority Whip in the U.S. Congress.
Regent Hoyer asked to make comments regarding Regent
Larson. He remarked that he has known Regent Larson for
many years in many capacities and continues to appreciate
his service to this Board of Regents and to the
University System of Maryland as head of the Larson
Commission. He is very impressed with his knowledge and
conviction to higher education. He has served with great
distinction and is looking forward to his continued
contributions to the Board and to the State.
Regent Tydings seconded Regent Hoyer's comments regarding
Regent Larson
Regent Kendall also stated that he had the opportunity to
serve on the Larson Task Force and was very impressed
with Regent Larson's dynamic leadership and is looking
forward to his continued service to the Board of Regents.
G. Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 a.m.