University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees Summary of Actions Taken at the Regular Meeting Held June 19, 2002
The following is a list of recommendations approved by the Board of Trustees at their meeting held on June 19, 2002, and filed in the Office of the Board of Trustees. The recommendations are listed under the Committee(s) that initially reviewed and approved them. A. Academic Affairs Committee 1. Head Reappointment The Board of Trustees approved the reappointment of Darwin R. Church as Head of the Science, Mathematics and Engineering Division in the Clermont College, effective July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2006. 2. Recommendation for Tenure and Promotion The Board of Trustees approved the granting of tenure and promotion for the following faculty member, effective September 1, 2002.
From Assistant Professor to Associate Professor College of Arts and Sciences Kurt Neuwirth Communication With Tenure
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Emeritus Status for Faculty Members The Board of Trustees approved emeritus status for the faculty members named below, effective upon the date of their retirement from the University:
Barbara L. Hansen, Professor Emerita of English, Raymond Walters College Glen Weissenberger, Judge Joseph P. Kinneary Professor Emeritus of Law, College of Law
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Appointment of Emeriti Faculty – College of Medicine The Board of Trustees approved the appointment of the College of Medicine faculty members named below to the Emeriti faculty of the University of Cincinnati:
John J. Hutton, M.D., Dean Emeritus, effective July 1, 2002 Josef E. Fischer, M.D., Professor Emeritus, effective October 1, 2001 Hamid Sahebjami, M.D., Professor Emeritus, effective July 1, 2002
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Approval of a Full Proposal for Doctor of Audiology Degree The Board of Trustees approved the Full Proposal from the College of Allied Health Sciences for a Doctor of Audiology degree. The Full Proposal is the last step in the multi-stage Ohio Board of Regents program approval process. The purpose of the Doctor of Audiology degree is to prepare audiologists for professional practice as specialists in the evaluation and management of individuals with learning impairment and balance disorders. The Master’s Degree has been the entry level to the profession of Audiology since 1965. Due to technological advances and expanded scope of practice, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association established the doctoral degree as the entry level professional requirement beginning in 2012. The American Academy of Audiology has established the Doctor of Audiology as a membership requirement beginning in 2007. The professional doctorate will replace the Master’s degree for those who are pursuing clinical practice, while the Ph.D. in Audiology will remain primarily for individuals who are pursuing careers in research and teaching.
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Board-Administration Committee 1. Amendment to University Rule 3361:10-5-08 Organization: The Vice President for Administrative Services and Human Resources Business Services* The Board of Trustees approved the amendment of University Rule 3361:10-5-08. The rule was changed to reflect the title of the position used in the search process.
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Appointment of James R. Tucker The Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Mr. James R. Tucker as the Vice President for Administrative and Business Services, effective June 19, 2002.
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Administrative Leave The Board of Trustees approved an administrative leave for James F. McDonough, Dean, Clermont College, with full salary and benefits from September 1, 2002, through August 31, 2003.
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Board-Administration Committee and Finance Committee 1. Agreement between the University of Cincinnati and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Benefits Study Committee The Board of Trustees approved the agreement between UC and the AAUP Benefits Study Committee regarding health care benefits.
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Finance Committee 1. 2002-2003 Current Funds Budget The Board of Trustees approved the 2002-2003 Current Funds Budget. 2. Capital Budget for Approval – Fiscal Year 2002-2003 The Board of Trustees approved the 2002-2003 Capital Budget. The Capital Budget includes five new central campus projects and three project additions, a new branch campus project, and seven new auxiliary projects: Central Campus, General and Education Projects • Eden Quadrangle • Medical Sciences Building (MSB) Rehabilitation Phase I • MSB Expansion (CARE) Project • MSB Interim Renovation • MSB Lab Animal Medicine Renovation • East Campus Student MainStreet Facilities • Surgical Research Unit G & 1 Level Surgery Renovation
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Teachers College/Dyer Rehabilitation Phase II Van Wormer Rehabilitation
Branch Campus, General and Education Projects • Raymond Walters College (RWC) Muntz Hall Renovation Phase II Auxiliary Projects • Stratford Heights Garage • Varsity Village Athletics Center • Varsity Village Outdoor Fields and Courts • Below Grade In-Fill Garage • Master Plan and Utilities Infrastructure Project • New Student Health Services • New University Multipurpose Club 3. Limited Signature Delegation for Healthcare Contract The Board of Trustees approved a limited signature delegation to the President and the Chair of the Board Finance Committee to negotiate and execute medical plan carrier contracts during the Board’s summer recess. The competitive bidding process for the contract closed on May 24, 2002. Subsequent to the bidding closure, a number of administrative processes must be completed prior to the final selection of the new insurance program. Those steps will be finished by mid to late July 2002 and a program will be chosen. It is imperative that the contract be executed as soon as possible following the program selection so the Benefits Department will have the necessary lead time to prepare documentation for the October enrollment period. 4. Limited Signature Delegation for Natural Gas Contract The Board of Trustees approved a limited signature delegation to the President and the Chair of the Board Finance Committee to approve and execute a contract for the purchase of natural gas that will be negotiated by the Department of Facilities Management during the Board’s summer recess. At present market prices for natural gas are low, but are expected to rise in the fall. In order to ensure that the University obtains the best prices for the five-year committed volume contract, the execution of the contract must occur during the summer months. 5. Recommendation to Approve a Contract Modification to the Enterprise License Agreement with Software AG The Board of Trustees approved a modification to the existing Enterprise License Agreement in place between UC and Software AG. The computer software products covered by this agreement provide the technical
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software foundation for the University’s Student Information System (UniverSIS). The revised agreement has a slightly different product mix to better meet current needs and the term has been extended to include an additional two years.
Any questions regarding these actions should be directed to the appropriate Vice President. Copies of the minutes of the June 19, 2002, meeting will be published on the Board of Trustees web page at the University of Cincinnati website after approval at the next meeting of the Board of Trustees. June 20, 2002 Office of the Board of Trustees * Rules and rule changes will be effective only after filing with the state of Ohio and after the appropriate waiting period as required by state law. Copies of the rules with effective dates will be distributed at a later date under separate cover by the Office of the Board of Trustees.