University Executive Committee Meeting Notes

President Richmond distributed copies of the “Profile of CSU Employees, Fall 2005.”

President Richmond reported:

that he and Vice President Gunsalus met recently with representatives of the Blue Lake Rancheria (Eric Ramos, Arla Ramsey and Elizabeth Jackson) to discuss student scholarships.
that he is in the process of identifying a faculty and staff representative to provide diversity leadership.
that Emeritus President Robert Maxson will be visiting HSU September 5-7 to participate in budget discussions.
that the HSU Advancement Foundation board members met this week and it was decided that the payout rate for investments will be 3.5% per year and an effort will be made to have these funds available as early as possible.
that he will participate in a business summit on August 24 organized by the City of Arcata and the Arcata Chamber of Commerce.

Anna Kircher reported:

that concerns have been raised regarding the appropriateness of some of the material (photographs) posted on the learning management systems site (Moodle, Blackboard).
that the Banner system handled the increased workload this week, although at a slower rate than usual.
that nine of the sixteen smart classrooms have been completed; the others will be done soon.
that her area will be busy preparing for the new CRM (Customer Relationship Management) product which focuses on student recruitment.

Carl Coffey reported:

that the Science B renovation project is approximately 95% complete and that the permanent furniture for the tiered classrooms is scheduled to be installed in about two weeks.
that the state funded Capital Outlay Program 2007/08 priority list includes the Forbes P.E. Complex Renovation ($1.3 million) and the nursing renovation ($1.1 million). The state Funded Capital Renewal Program 2006/07 priority list includes the Harry Griffith Hall upgrade ($2.3 million), with the Nelson Hall upgrade ($2 million) scheduled in 2007/08. These funds are dependent upon the passage of Proposition 1D.
that student salary ranges ($10.50 maximum) should be reviewed, taking the System ranges ($16.17 maximum), as well as the recent increase in the minimum wage, into account. This will be discussed at a future University Executive Committee meeting.
that a summary of anticipated program costs for FY 07/08 (workers’ compensation, IDL/NDL/UI, auto liability, property, and student professional) indicate an approximate 9.44% reduction in overall costs compared to 06/07.
that the Chancellor’s office continues to review extended/continuing education program reserve fund balances.
that several audits will be started this semester: Disaster and Emergency Preparedness; GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles); FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act); and CalPERS.

Saeed Mortazavi reported:

that the Academic Senate will be discussing distance education, the addition of administrators to the Senate standing committees, and the Outstanding Professor process at their August 29 meeting. Reports relating to campus committees, as well as the DPAC (Diversity Plan Action Council) report, will also be discussed.

Denice Helwig reported:

that the HSU Honorary Degree committee should plan to submit recommendations of nominees by mid-November. President Richmond will contact CSU representatives regarding any possible changes to their current policy.

Rob Gunsalus reported:

that a new, user-friendly web site has been launched which is geared toward students, both current and prospective.
that Humboldt State News Online is being renovated and a new communication tool (Humboldt State Live) for students will be launched in the near future.
that a new temporary employee is being hired to assist with the annual giving program.