Minutes of the University Senate Meeting

Anderson, Ernest

Anderson, Julie

Anderson, Suzanne

Bakke, Matthew

Barkhouse, Wayne

Bass, Gail

Bates, Sandi

Berry, Colleen

Blackburn, Royce

Bowman, Frank

Boyd, Robert

Brekke, Alice

Bridewell, John

Broedel, Hans

Dewar, Graeme

El-Rewini, Hesham

Erickson, Daniel

Ferraro, Richard

Fincke, Adam

Goodwin, Janice

Graziano, Rocky

Hartman, Joseph

Haskins, James

Heitkamp, Thomasine

Hume, Wendelin

Iiams, Michele

Jeno, Sue

Kelley, Robert

Khavanin, Mohammad

Kitzes, Adam

Knight, Barbara

Lawrence, David

LeBel, Paul

Lee, Ethan

Liepold, Loren

Lopez, Michael

Munski, Doug

Murphy, Eric

Perkins, Dexter

Pohlman, Shelley

Poochigian, Donald

Potvin, Martha

Rakow, Lana

Rand, Kathryn

Rice, Daniel

Schwartz, Rhonda

Smith, Bruce

Smith, Wesley

Stofferahn, Curt

Stolt, Wilbur

Tyree, Elizabeth

Ullrich, Gary

Wang, Enru

Widmer, Donovan

Worley, Deborah

Wynne, Joshua

The following announcements were made:

President Kelley presented Ms. Hume with a plaque to thank her for chairing the University Senate. The Senators noted their appreciation with applause.
Dawn Pladson, from the Budget Office and a member of the UND Tuition and Fees Model work group, provided an update on the status of their work. She described the directive from the SBHE regarding the tuition and fee models. There is a ten-member work group at UND that was convened in March. They are building on work that was done the previous year. They have a short timeline and will present draft plans to the Administrative Affairs Council for review and discussion later this month. The change in tuition and fee structure is planned to take place Fall, 2011. The current direction is for one tuition rate with no residency distinction. For undergraduates, there would be a per credit charge up to a 16-credit flat spot over which there would be no charge. The graduate rate will be charged for all credits with no flat spot. There would be no difference between online and on campus. There is also a recommendation regarding fees to eliminate course and access fees, but maintaining program fees. The model is being refined. The proposal was presented to Student Government with the opportunity to provide feedback. There will be more conversations.
Mr. Jackson updated the Senate on the seed money panels. The panels have met and will report back very soon to the Vice President for Research.
Mr. Munski shared an e-mail from the Bookstore Advisory Committee. They are looking at a rent-a–text program. It was presented at the last Student Government meeting. It is being well received so far. If anyone has questions, they are to contact Margaret Myers or Doug Munski.
President Kelly provided an update on the UND nickname and logo transition. He first indicated that UND continues to focus on its core mission and that the University is fiscally sound. He reminded Senators of the upcoming commencements: Law on May 8, General Commencement on May 15, and Medicine on May 16.

May 2009, the State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) voted to retire the UND nickname and logo. April, 2010, the SBHE instructed Chancellor Goetz to instruct President Kelly to retire the nickname and logo. Mr. Kelley indicated that Dr. Bob Boyd has been appointed to lead the transition. He shared the structure for that transition. Three task forces have been appointed: 1) a task force to plan to honor the nickname and logo which will be chaired by Dean Bruce Smith and Kris Compton from Alerus Financial; 2) the Communication task force will be chaired by CIO Josh Riedy and Dean Kathryn Rand; 3) The New Directions task force is the third group. The first two task forces have been activated and working. The New Directions task force, if activated, will think through the process for the new name and nickname. President Kelley described the timeline for their work. For now, he will request that the institution and teams use “North Dakota.” He said that the plan is to go slowly and to “do it right.”

The question period was opened at 4:25 p.m.

Transition questions were taken first:

Mr. Liepold asked Mr. Kelley about the transition schedule and media information regarding a possible Standing Rock tribal vote. Mr. Kelley answered that his instructions from the Chancellor are to begin the process of transition.
Mr. Bridewell asked when the transition to “North Dakota” would begin. Mr. Kelley indicated that the transition begins immediately.
Mr. Kelley was asked about the implications for Athletic league acceptance. He indicated that the Summit League application is activated and is on the June agenda.
There was a question regarding the Englestad Arena. Mr. Kelley indicated that there is full and open communications with the arena and we are looking into any implications regarding the settlement.

Other questions:

Mr. Murphy asked about information regarding the audit and splitting vouchers. Ms. Brekke indicated that the audit report is on the State Auditor website. In that report, are findings for several entities; there are four findings for UND. Regarding policy non-compliance, she indicated that UND has responded to the findings and has detailed steps UND will take to be in compliance for policies and statues.
Mr. Haskins asked about any consequences for UND regarding the audit. Ms. Brekke indicated that UND is going through comprehensive review, that consequences will be considered but it is too early for further comment.
Mr. Murphy asked if the State’s Attorney is taking any legal action. Ms. Brekke stated she is not aware of any.

The question period closed at 4:33 p.m.

The April Senate minutes were reviewed. Mr. Munski moved approval. The motion was seconded by Mr. Poochigian and the minutes were approved as distributed.

The Conflict of Interest/Scientific Misconduct Committee annual report was presented. Mr. Haskins moved approval, Mr. Poochigian seconded the motion and the report was approved.

The Curriculum Committee annual report was presented. Approval was moved by Mr. Murphy and seconded by Mr. Munski. The report was approved.

Candidates for degrees in May, 2010 were presented. Ms. Hume indicated three additions. Approval was moved by Mr. Lopez and seconded by Mr. Perkins. The candidates were approved unanimously.

10.

A statement of provisional approval of summer degree applicants for August degrees was presented. Mr. Haskins moved approval. It was seconded by Mr. Smith. The motion was approved unanimously.

11.

The Curriculum Committee report was reviewed. Approval was moved by Mr. Munski and seconded by Mr. Liepold. The changes were approved unanimously.

12.

The IP policy was presented by Mr. Munski. He asked the Senate to recognize that Jason Jenkins and Colin Combs were available for questions. Mr. Munski moved approval of the policy. The motion was seconded by Mr. Stofferahn. Mr. Haskins asked about mixing the vote for non-senators speaking and approval of the policy. Mr. Munski accepted the friendly amendment and separated the two, thus, the motion to approve the policy stood. Mr. Murphy spoke against the document. Mr. Lopez asked about a NDUS IP policy. Mr. Munski asked to have Ms. Evans be recognized to speak, the Senate approved. She described that the NDUS IP policy will be reviewed this summer by UND and NDSU. Mr. Lopez spoke of concerns regarding the student interest in the policy. Mr. Haskins spoke in opposition regarding student work and the policy. Mr. Munski spoke of a procedural concern if the policy is sent back. Mr. Munski asked for Mr. Jenkins and Mr. Combs to speak to the policy, and the Senate approved. Mr. Jenkins described the IP working group established by the President, their purpose and work. The need was for one single IP policy, rather than two or more. The policy presented is one policy that is improved and fair. Mr. Jenkins then took questions. Discussion ensued. Mr. Combs spoke regarding the policy and any review to change the policy would not have full representation from the various foundations. Mr. Bridewell moved to postpone the vote to the October, 2010 Senate meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Murphy. The motion was approved with a vote of 43 for, 7 against, and 1 abstention.

13.

Mr. Perkins presented the resolution regarding junk food. He moved to have Mr. Rosaasen or Ms. Sargent speak. The motion was seconded by Mr. Haskins and approved. Ms. Brekke described the steps that have been taken to encourage healthy eating and healthy choices. She indicated that the focus is on education in partnership with students. This change has been an evolution.

14.

Mr. Murphy moved to extend the meeting by 15 minutes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lopez. The motion was approved unanimously.

15.

Ms. Sargent indicated they appreciate the input regarding their service. They meet weekly with students regarding their service. Mr. Rosaasen indicated that they also have partnerships with the Wellness Center, looking at education and changing habits. Mr. Erickson described his concern regarding consumption of alcohol. Ms. Hume indicated it was outside the resolution and the concern could be brought back in the fall. Mr. Perkins moved approval of the resolution. It was seconded by Mr. Poochigian. Mr. Bakke spoke against the resolution. Discussion continued. Mr. Bridewell moved to delete the 1, 2, and 5 ”Resolved” statements. The motion was seconded by Mr. LeBel and approved with a vote of 24 for and 22 against. Discussion of the entire resolution continued. Mr. Munski moved deletion of all the “Whereas” statements except the first. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bakke.

16.

Mr. Fincke moved to extend the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bridewell. The motion was defeated.

17.

The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m. due to non-approval of the meeting extension.

Suzanne Anderson

Secretary to the Senate