University Executive Committee Meeting Notes

May 11, 2006

Rollin Richmond
Steve Butler
Rick Vrem
Burt Nordstrom
Jane Rogers
Denice Helwig
Helen Jones
Ann Burroughs
Bob Schulz (for Carl Coffey)
Patty Lindley, Staff Support

Guests:

Randi Darnall Burke
Ward Newmeyer
Cassandra Tex

President’s Report

President Richmond reported:

that he and others met with student leaders recently regarding the housing fee increase and in particular, the use of an index to automatically adjust future fees. It was decided that the Student Fee Advisory Committee function, processes and procedures will be reviewed during the 2006 fall semester. The use of an index will be discussed during the 2007 spring semester.
that a second Ombudsperson will be appointed.
that those who assisted with the Staff Appreciation event contributed to its success and he expressed his thanks.
that he will be working on the 2006/07 budget information and plans to send an e-mail to the vice presidents.

Other reports

Vice President Vrem reported:

that the confirmed numbers for first-time freshmen for the fall semester aresubstantially higher this year, compared to last year.

Helen Jones reported:

that her office has been receiving a number of complaints recently.
that Graduation will be fully ADA compliant, and thanks to the IT staff

Vice President Nordstrom reported:

that a CSU Advancement Fund grant proposal has been submitted for a $60,000 capacity grant and a $7,500 mini-grant.

Vice President Butler reported:

that he plans to select the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management during the week of May 15.

Faculty/Staff BBQ – August 17

An individual needs to be identified to be responsible for arranging the August 17 faculty/staff BBQ. Vice President Coffey will be asked to provide a recommendation at the June 1 University Executive Committee meeting.

Diversity Action Plan

Following discussion, it is planned for each unit to develop a draft plan for review by the University Executive Committee during a one-hour meeting in September. A final draft will be discussed at a subsequent University Executive Committee meeting, followed by a request for comments from the Diversity Plan Action Council, the Academic Senate and others.

ADA Compliance Issues

Cassandra Tex, Ward Newmeyer, and Randi Darnall Burke attended the meeting to review the assistive technology needs for HSU, including estimated costs. It was suggested that they contact Denice Helwig to explore grant funding opportunities.

Commencement Review

Romi Hitchcock Tinseth reviewed the May 13 commencement plans.