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                 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.


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