Board of Regents' Meeting Minutes

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO

April 12, 2005

The Regents of the University of New Mexico met on Monday, April 12, 2005, l: 00 p.m. in the Student Union Building Ballroom. A copy of the public notice is on file in the Office of the President.

Regents present:

James H. Koch, President
Jack L. Fortner, Vice President
Sandra K. Begay-Campbell
Douglas M. Brown
John M. “Mel” Eaves
Raymond Sanchez
Rosalyn D. Nguyen, Student Regent
President Louis Caldera

Vice Presidents present

David Harris, EVP
Reed Dasenbrock, Acting Provost
Phil Eaton, Vice President, Health Sciences Center
Eliseo Torres, Vice President for Student Affairs
Michael Carroll, Vice President for Advancement
Terry Yates, Vice President for Research and Economic Development

Regents' Advisors present:

Ed DeSantis, President, Faculty Senate
Steve Borbas, President, Staff Council
Kevin Stevenson, President, ASUNM
Buckner Creel, President, GPSA
Coleman Travelstead, President, Alumni Association
Robert Goodman, Chair, UNM Foundation

Others in attendance:

Former Regents Larry Willard, Maria Griego-Raby, and Andrea Cook-Julian.

Members of the administration, faculty, staff, students, the media, and others.

Regent James Koch presided and called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. .

ADOPTION OF AGENDA, Regent Mel Eaves

Motion approved unanimously to adopt the agenda.

Approval of Summarized Minutes of the March 14, 2005 Meeting of the Board of Regents

Presentation of Nambe Lobo Head Appreciation, Regent Jamie Koch

Regent Koch established a new tradition for the University with the presentation of Nambe Lobo Heads as a concrete way of honoring the service of former UNM Regents. This tradition will continue in the future.

Larry Willard, who served as a Regent from 1995-2003, and as President of the Board of Regents from 1997-2003. Regents Koch, Sanchez, Eaves, Begay-Campbell, Brown, Fortner, and Nguyen spoke to the depth of accomplishments, respect, and sincere gratitude they felt for Mr. Willard. His support for the University and the community through education, government and business is unparalleled and greatly responsible for the growth of the university and the state.

Maria Griego-Raby, who served as a Regent from 2003-2005, and Chairperson for the Presidential Search Committee, has now moved to a position serving the State of New Mexico as an appointee by Governor Richardson on the Finance Committee. Regents conveyed their sincere thanks and appreciation for Ms. Griego-Raby's service, style and intelligence in her consistent and ongoing involvement with UNM.

Andrea Cook-Julian, who served as the Student Regent from 2003-2005, played a strong leadership role as Chairperson of the Academic and Student Affairs standing committee of the Board. This was the first time a student has chaired a Regent committee. Regents addressed their respect and admiration for the service and integrity evidenced by Ms. Cook-Julian.

Presentation of Board of Regent Photo Portraits, President Louis Caldera

President Caldera presented Board of Regent portraits as an expression of appreciation to former Regents Larry Willard, Maria Griego-Raby, and Andrea Cook-Julian, and thanked them for the service to the University. .

PUBLIC INPUT NA

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT, President Louis Caldera

• Lobo wins and fans strong, including record crowds at the Mountain West conference. Congratulations to Rudy Davalos and athletic coaches.

• Legislative Session highlights addressed, noting funding line items from the State;

Successful work on the de-coupling of the Lottery Scholarship, UNM Cancer Research Center funding, Law School Library Program,

Dr. Reed Dasenbrock was formally introduced as the Acting Provost.

COMMENTS FROM REGENTS

Regent Campbell reported that the Women's Forum held at UNM was a very positive effort , and encourages the effort to add female Regents to the Board.

Regent Brown noted that from his experience on national boards, it is unusual that foundation income be directed to advancement. He also supported the increasing focus on honoring and recognizing the traditions of UNM and the Regents through the archival process, the annual Budget Summit, and Freshman Convocation Day.
Regent Nguyen congratulated Kevin Stevenson for his excellent work as president of ASUNM.. AGB conference attendance was beneficial, and provided an overview and comparison of national academic challenges. Summary that UNM is in good shape compared to some other universities in the nation.

COMMENTS FROM REGENTS' ADVISORS

Dr. Ed DeSantis, President, Faculty Senate NA

Steve Borbas, President, Staff Council

• Elections on April 13 th will fill 26 seats, and will be held electronically.

• Staff Council presented a formal proposal at the UNM Budget Summit, addressing comprehensive input from the UNM Staff.

• Final Meeting for Steve Borbas, thanked Regents and President for the opportunity to serve the University.

Buckner Creel, President, GPSA

• GPSA elections are in process, also two events showing appreciation to graduate students.

• Thank you to President Caldera and Regents for student support in legislative and other venues.

Kevin Stevenson, President, ASUNM

• ASUNM Elections voted Brittany Jaeger as ASUNM President. May 30, 2005 completes Kevin's term.

• Positive report on the increasing transparency and function of UNM on behalf of the students.

• Closed Week in process, Senate approved, Faculty will be addressing.

Regent Koch asked for a report as progress continues.

Coleman Travelstead, President, UNM Alumni Association

• Mountain West Regional Conference included two successful receptions.

• Annual Easter Egg Hunt held on 3/26/05, attended by over 200 people, with the Lettermen putting out 3500 eggs.

• Star Scholar program is underway, receptions held in Gallup, Silver City and Las Cruces, with over 400 students and parents in attendance. Clovis and Roswell were held 4/6 & 4/7/05 Santa Fe, and Farmington will be held on 4/19, with Albuquerque on May 2 nd .

• Student Recognition Reception will be held on 4/14 to recognize the accomplishments of student leaders on campus.

• Regents are invited to the luncheon on 5/13/05 honoring the classes of l954 and l955.

• Alumni Letterman will host a reception honoring UNM's athletic coaches and graduating senior athletes on 4/13.

Robert Goodman, Chair, UNM Foundation

• Foundation Annual Meeting was held on 4/22/05, 7:30 with a Reception at Lodestar on 4/21.

• A new AVP for Development interview process in development.

• The new chair for the foundation, Bob Bovinette will assume responsibility on 5/13/04. Regent Koch asked John Maes how much the Foundation contributes to Advancement. Response-2 ½ million has been provided to advancement, current balance is 200,000.

REGENT COMMITTEE REPORTS

Audit Committee, Douglas Brown, Chair

No action at this time.

The BOR Audit Committee has received an infusion of energy with the work of Debra Yoshimura. The probation period has been completed, and the office is proactive in addressing any pertinent issues.

ACADEMIC/STUDENT AFFAIRS REGENTS' COMMITTEE, Douglas Brown, Chair

No action items at this time.

Information items :

• GPSA provided a strategic plan for review by the Committee.

Note it is a diverse group GPSA serves on campus.

• Closed week position is in process of being addressed with ASUNM.

• Anderson School and Law School tuition increases are necessary, especially in light of the accreditation challenge the Anderson School will address in 2006.

• Dashboard goals and reports are being reviewed.

• Distinguished Professor of Biology James H. Brown was one of 72 new members elected to the National Academy of Sciences at its 142and annual meeting. Election to the membership is considered one of the highest honors that can be accorded a U.S. scientist.

FINANCE AND FACILITIES REGENTS' COMMITTEE, Mel Eaves, Chair

Motion approved unanimously to approve the Meeting Summary from February 7, 2005.

Motion approved unanimously to approve the disposition of Surplus Property on Listed dated 2/21/05 and 3/18/05.

Motion approved unanimously to approve a Request to Establish a Quasi-Endowment Fund.

Motion approved unanimously to approve of a Student-Managed Investment Fund Proposal, upon the condition that the Anderson School and Executive Board of the Foundation review.

Motion approved unanimously to approve FY 2002A UNM Bonds-Change of Use, with the note that the Regents do have the authority to change the use. Kudos to President Caldera, EVP Harris, and EVP Eaton for presenting this innovative proposal.

Motion approved unanimously to approve a 9.9% Tuition Increase and 4.0% Compensation Increase.

• The Administration will have 60 days (6/14/05) to report back to the Regents. A “preview” report will be provided at the 5/13/05 BOR meeting. BOR on the issues of funding balances, foundation dollars, and compensation. Line items will be reviewed prior to budget approval 6/14/05..

Discussion addressed the following overall issues:

• Advancement, goals, objectives, timeline for results.

• Health Care costs and Hospital growth

• Compensation for Faculty and Staff on more national ratios.

• Use of foundation dollars.

• Funding balances in academic departments.

• Finding existing dollars to apply toward budget.

• Short term fixes versus long term solutions.

• Providing in-depth data to the Regents for their timely review and accurate appraisal.

Information Items:

Contract Information

• UNM Center for High Performance Computing-IBM eServer P5 550;

• UNM Development Office-Investment Performance Measurement and Consulting Services;

• UNM Health Science Center-Strategic Plan for Clinical Integration;

• UNM Hospital, Children's Hospital & Critical Care Pavilion-Construction Materials Testing.

Notification of Results of the February 1, 2005 UNM-Gallup Board and Special Mil Levy Election and Notification of Intent to Sell a Portion of the Bonds.

HEALTH SCIENCES COMMITTEE, Regent Jack Fortner

Regent Fortner yielded to Regent Begay-Campbell for the HSC performance outcome reports. Including, capital outlay, clinical operations strategic plan; key personnel hires and searches; overview by Dr. Paul Kirk; information on UNM care and federal funding, and patient payment plans.

Approval of Appointments to UNM Health Sciences Center Medical Staff

Motion approved unanimously to approve Permanent Appointments to UNMH Medical Staff. (as submitted by HSC, listed in the BOR 4/12/05 Book)

Motion approved unanimously to approve the Reappointments to the UNMH Medical Staff. (as submitted by HSC, listed in the BOR 4/12/05 Book).

Motion approved unanimously to adjourn @ 5:00 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Discussion of limited personnel matters pursuant to section 10-15-1.H (2), NMSA and litigation matters pursuant to section 10-15-1.H (7), NMSA.

The matters discussed in the closed meeting were limited to those specified above.

ADJOURNMENT APPROVED:

ATTEST: _________________________________________
President (Jamie Koch)

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Secretary/Treasurer (Sandra Begay-Campbell)