Meeting Notice and Agenda
The State Board of Higher Education will meet Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Minot State
University Conference Center, Student Union, 500 University Avenue West.
The exact time each agenda item will be discussed cannot be assured.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
6:00 p.m. Social at Vegas Hotel, Monte Carlo Room, 2315 N. Broadway Avenue, Minot
Thursday, November 19, 2009
7:30-8:45 Breakfast with campus representatives and briefing on campus issues. Breakfast
will be held in the Missouri Room – located on third floor of the MiSU Student
Union
8:45-9:00 Board members will relocate to the Conference Center on the third floor of the
Student Union
9:00-9:45 Call to Order
1. Review and approve the September 17, 2009 and October 1, 2009, SBHE
minutes
2. Board President’s Report
• Update on UND logo/nickname – Mr. Shaft
• Update on Legal Services Committee – Mr. Shaft
Revised 11-17-09
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• Update on Executive Compensation Study Task Force – Mr. Espegard
• Update on Long Term Finance Plan-Tuition and Fee Task Force – Mr.
Backes
3. Chancellor’s Report
• Update on funding status of UND and NDSU President’s Homes
4. North Dakota Student Association Report
5. Council of College Faculties Report
9:45-10:15 Board Business
6. Approve presidents’ objectives for 2009-10 – Chancellor Goetz
7. Approve chancellor’s objectives for 2009-10 – Mr. Smith
8. Appoint NDSU Presidential Search Committee – Chancellor Goetz
9. Delegate authority to select and contract with NDSU search consultant to
chancellor, following consultation with the SBHE president – Chancellor Goetz
10. Approve interim NDSU President’s contract – Chancellor Goetz
10:15-10:20 Board Policy Manual Revisions
Introduction and first reading
11. Policy 918 – Alcoholic Beverages
Second reading and final passage
12. Policy 403.7 – Common General Education Requirement and Transfer of
General Education Credits
10:20-10:40 Break
10:40-11:00 Consent Agendas
Financial and Facility Consent Agenda
13. Approve BSC requests authorization to increase spending authority from
$640,000 for to $1,625,818 to complete unfinished areas in the National
Energy Center of Excellence from federal and local funds
14. Approve DCB request to proceed with repairs and upgrades to the greenhouse
complex in the amount of $280,000
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15. Approve DSU request to proceed with renovation of Stickney Hall in the
amount of $1,033,000
16. Approve MaSU request for authorization to proceed with the Science – Library
Renovation and Education Addition project at a cost of $4,958,328 and
furthermore, to seek Budget Section authorization of a change in project scope
consistent with NDCC 48-01.2-25.
17. Approve NDSU request for authorization to seek Budget Section approval under
NDCC 48-01.2-25 to increase the project authorization amount for the R.H.
Barry Hall from $20,000,000 to $23,500,000
18. Approve NDSU request for authorization of the Old Main repair and remodeling
rojects in the amount of $784,000
19. Approve NDSU request to replace windows in Churchill Hall in the amount of
$500,000
20. Approve NDSU request to proceed with Code Compliance Upgrades for the
exterior corral and manure storage areas at the Equine Science Center in the
amount of $375,000
21. Approve NDSU request to proceed with Utility and Finish Upgrades in Harris
Hall in the amount of $800,000
22. Approve NDSU request to proceed with a Generator Upgrade at the Heating
Plant in the amount of $826,000
23. Approve NDSU request to proceed with Utility and Finish Upgrades to the
second and third floors of Morrill Hall in the amount of $500,000
24. Approve NDSCS request to proceed with the purchase and installation of a
chiller at Haverty Hall at an estimated cost of $400,000
25. Approve UND request for increased authorization for leak repairs to Odegard
Hall at an estimated cost of $1,600,000 bringing the total authorization of this
project from $1.4 million to $3.0 million
26. Approve UND request for increased authorization of $175,000 for additional
renovation work at Squires Hall bringing the total authorization of this project
from $760,000 to $935,000
27. Approve UND request for authorization to proceed with construction of an
addition to the National Center for Hydrogen Technology (NCHT) facility at an
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estimated cost of $5,000,000. Further request authorization to seek Budget
Section approval to accept and expend $5 million in construction funding per
NDCC 15-10-12.1.
28. Request Board approval for WSC to seek budget section authorization under
NDCC 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending authorization for the WSC
residence hall project from $9,375,000 to $9,875,000
29. Approve WSC request to seek budget section authorization under NDCC section
48-01.2-25 to hire a temporary WSC employee to manage the three construction
projects using capital project funds of up to $200,000 authorized in the 2009
legislative session and interim budget section committee
30. Appoint representatives to the State Grant Advisory Board
11:00-12:00 31. Discussion with CCF
• CCF Voting member on SBHE
• NDUS Strategic Plan and budget priorities
12:00-1:00 Lunch – Missouri Room-3rd Floor Student Center
Topic: Nursing education and community collaboration opportunities
1:00-2:30 32. Motion to go into executive session for attorney consultation regarding
Davidson v. State and SBHE lawsuit and temporary restraining order with
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem
(This recommended motion is: According to NDCC 44-04-19.1 and 44-04-19.2,
the board, hold an executive session for the purpose of attorney consultation
regarding the Davison v. State and SBHE lawsuit relating to the UND nickname
and logo, further, the executive session is limited to board members, the faculty
advisor to the board, chancellor, UND president, board general counsel,
assistant general counsel, board administrative secretary, the attorney general,
and members of his staff.)
The board will meet in the Wesley Room for the executive session and attorney
consultation.
33. Reconvene in the Conference Center
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Academic Consent Agenda
2:30-2:50 Chancellor Goetz recommends approval of the following requests:
34. Approve NDSCS request to offer an A.A.S. degree and a program certificate in
Paramedic (EMT) Technology and to offer this program through distance
education on an ongoing basis
35. Approve UND’s request for an organizational change in the Department of
Earth System Science and Policy; institutional organizational change
36. Approve WSC request to change its organizational structure, including renaming
of its academic units
Major Policy Discussions and Special Reports
2:50-3:20 37. Presentation on two-year education programs at four-year campuses – Dr.
Hillman
3:20-3:30 38. Update on NDUS Strategic Plan – Dr. Krotseng
3:30-3:40 39. Approve Campus Alignment Plans – Dr. Krotseng
3:40-3:50 40. Appoint SBHE Task Force for review of campus missions – Mr. Smith
3:50-4:00 41. Review 2011-13 Biennial budget process – Ms. Glatt
4:00-4:20 42. Demonstration of MiSU Integrated Technology Services/Unified
Communications – Mr. Thursby and Minot State IT Staff
4:20-4:35 Public Comment
4:35-4:40 Announcements
Future Board Meetings
December 17 – conference call
January 21 – conference call
February 18 – LRSC
April 8 – MaSU
4:40-4:45 Review of Board meeting
4:45 Adjourn
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Contact Erika Lorenz-Perry (701) 328-4108 or erika.lorenz-perry@ndus.edu prior to the scheduled meeting
date if auxiliary aids or services are needed.
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THE FOLLOWING MINUTES HAVE NOT YET BEEN APPROVED BY THE SBHE.
ND STATE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Minutes—September 17, 2009
The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) met September 17, 2009 in the University of
North Dakota, Stevens Room of the Energy and Environmental Research Center. The Board
president called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. CT.
Members participating:
Mr. Richie Smith, president
Mr. Jon Backes, vice president
Mr. Mike Haugen joined at 1:30 p.m.by
conference call
Ms. Sue Andrews
Ms. Rachelle Hadland
Mr. Claus Lembke
Mr. Grant Shaft
Mr. Duaine Espegard Dr. Jon Jackson, faculty advisor
Presidents and campus dean participating:
Dr. Larry Skogen, BSC Dr. John Richman, NDSCS
Dr. Ken Grosz, DCB Dr. Joe Chapman, NDSU
Dr. Dick McCallum, DSU Dr. Robert Kelley, UND
Dr. Mike Bower, LRSC Dr. Steve Shirley, VCSU
Dr. Gary Hagen, MaSU Dr. Ray Nadolny, WSC
Dr. Gary Rabe for Dr. David Fuller, MiSU
Staff members participating:
Mr. William G. Goetz, chancellor
Ms. Debra Anderson, public affairs director
Ms. Laura Glatt, vice chancellor for administrative affairs
Dr. Michel Hillman, vice chancellor for academic & student affairs
Dr. Marsha Krotseng, vice chancellor for strategic planning/executive director of CTEC
Ms. Erika Lorenz-Perry, secretary
Ms. Gina Padilla, secretary/assistant director for financial aid
Mr. Pat Seaworth, general counsel
Mr. Randall Thursby, chief information officer
MINUTES
The minutes of the June 18, July 10, July 26-27, and August 11, 2009 SBHE meetings were
presented for approval.
It was moved by Andrews, seconded by Hadland to approve the minutes of the June 18, July 10,
July 26-27, and August 11, 2009 SBHE meetings. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft,
Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
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BOARD PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Mr. Smith reported:
• The Strategic Plan has been under development since the SBHE retreat.
• The academic year is off to a good start.
CHANCELLOR’S REPORT
Chancellor Goetz reported:
• The Strategic Plan will be presented today for preliminary approval. It is important to
recognize the contributions of the campus presidents and the SBHE members in the
development of the plan.
• The inauguration for Dr. Steve Shirley was held at VCSU.
• SBHE members will receive a report on funds allocated as part of the annual budget in
support of student retention.
• A general education review will be conducted at the request of faculty within the
university system.
Karin Walton presented an overview of the Higher Education Consortium for Substance Abuse
Prevention’s Annual Report. Ms. Walton was presented with a plaque to commemorate her
service with the system.
NORTH DAKOTA STUDENT ASSOCIATION REPORT
Ken Story, NDSA President reported:
• The association held its annual retreat in August to discuss legislative relations, the
annual plan, and strengthening institutional participation.
• The association will be developing a student service report card to review the services
offered at NDUS institutions and how the institutions rate.
COUNCIL OF COLLEGE FACULTIES REPORT
Dr. Jackson did not have anything to report for the Council of College Faculties.
BOARD BUSINESS
Appoint NDUS foundation board members
Chancellor Goetz provided a history and overview of the NDUS foundation. He said the
president and vice-president of the SBHE automatically serve on the foundation board.
Chancellor Goetz recommended James Burgum, Pam Kostelecky, and Don Morton be appointed
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to serve four- year terms on the foundation board. He recommended Jeanette Satrom and Jerry
Effertz be appointed to two-year terms on the board.
It was moved by Lembke, seconded by Hadland to appoint James Burgum, Pam Kostelecky,
and Don Morton to four-year terms and to appoint Jeanette Satrom and Jerry Effertz to two-year
terms on the foundation board. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith
voted aye. The motion carried.
Board Policy Manual Revisions
Introduction and first reading
Policy 403.7 – Common General Education Requirement and Transfer of General
Education Credits
In response to a question from Mr. Backes, Dr. Hillman stated that the standards for the
tests listed within the policy are based on the ACE recommended national standards.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Backes to approve Policy 403.7 – Common
General Education Requirement and Transfer of General Education Credits. Andrews,
Espegard, Hadland, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. Lembke was not present. The
motion carried.
Introduction and final passage
Policy 604.1 – Performance Evaluations: Presidents
Policy 604.2 – Performance Evaluation: Chancellor; General Counsel
Mr. Seaworth said these policies were on the June agenda at the request of former board
member Pam Kostelecky. Mr. Seaworth said the policies were tabled at the June meeting
to allow time for review by the Chancellor’s Cabinet. Mr. Espegard suggested that these
policies be reviewed by the compensation committee the board plans to appoint. Hearing
no objection, President Smith stated the policies will remain on the table pending the
review and recommendations by the compensation committee.
Introduction and final passage
Mr. Seaworth stated that these policy changes are being requested to change the name of
Minot State University-Bottineau to Dakota College at Bottineau.
Policy 301.1 – Organization & Titles of Institutions Governed by the State Board of
Higher Education
Policy 307.3 – Branch Campus Governance and Organization
Policy 830.2 – Refund Policy
It was moved by Backes, seconded by Lembke to approve introduction and first reading,
waive the second meeting requirement and immediately approve second reading and
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adoption of Policy 301.1 – Organization and Titles of Institutions Governed by the State
Board of Higher Education, Policy 307.3 – Branch Campus Governance and
Organization, and Policy 830.2 – Refund Policy, effective immediately. Andrews,
Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Budget, Audit, and Finance Committee Recommendations
Chancellor Goetz recommended approval of the following actions of the Budget, Audit, and
Finance Committee.
Mr. Backes provided an overview of the recommendations of the BAFC.
Chancellor Goetz stated that the campuses participating in the STEM initiative will be expected
to meet with each other to identify areas of collaboration. The campuses will also be expected to
report the results of the STEM initiative funding to the SBHE and Legislature.
Chancellor Goetz reported that the proposed changes to the SBHE Policies 302.7 – Budget,
Audit, and Finance Committee will require that more information be provided to the SBHE
members earlier in the NDUS office and SBHE budget development process.
It was moved by Shaft, seconded by Lembke to approve the following Budget, Audit, and
Finance Committee Recommendations:
Approve proposed allocation of 09-11 STEM funding of $250,000 each to UND, NDSU,
DSU, MiSU, MASU, and VCSU.
Approve proposed allocation of 09-11 education incentive funding to doctoral programs of
$130,000 each to UND and NDSU.
Approve proposed tuition rate changes at select NDUS campuses to permit the following:
WSC and MiSU to charge all non-residents, including MN students, the resident rate; LRSC
charge all MN students the resident rate; and, NDSCS to charge all non-residents who live in
residence hall and have a meal plan the resident rate.
Approve NDUS responses to CND-Campus Solution audit and FY2008 NDUS Office
audit.
Approve introduction and first reading, waive the second meeting requirement, and
immediately approve second reading and final adoption of SBHE Policy 802.6 – Budget
Management and Control and SBHE Policy 302.7 – Budget, Audit, and Finance Committee
relating to development and approval of the NDUS office and SBHE budgets, effective
immediately.
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Consent Agendas
Financial and Facility Consent Agenda
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Approve MaSU request for authorization to proceed with Classroom Building improvements
including air conditioning and humidity control, window replacement, and classroom and office
upgrades at a cost of $400,000 to be funded from 2009-10 one-time deferred maintenance
budget.
In response to a question from Mr. Backes, Dr. Hagen said the building updates will use
approximately 20% of the deferred maintenance funding provided to the campus by the
legislature.
It was moved by Backes, seconded by Lembke to approve the MaSU request for authorization to
proceed with Classroom Building improvements including air conditioning and humidity control,
window replacement, and classroom and office upgrades at a cost of $400,000 to be funded from
2009-10 one-time deferred maintenance budget. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft,
Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Approve the MiSU request for authorization to proceed to issue and sell self-liquidating, taxexempt
bonds, in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000 for the purpose of financing construction
of a Wellness Center on the Minot State University campus according to NDCC Chapter 15-55,
Construction of Revenue Producing Buildings at Higher Educational Institutions, to be repaid
through new and reallocated student fees.
Ms. Glatt stated that the bond rating provided by Standard & Poor’s is a medium investment
grade, or an A rating. In response to a question from Mr. Espegard as to whether the revenue
bond is based on fees, Ms. Glatt said it is to be repaid from revenues generated from a new
student fee and reallocation of existing student fees totaling $272 per student per year. In
response to a question from Mr. Espegard, Mr. Seaworth said the state does not guarantee the
bond.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Backes to approve the MiSU request for authorization
to proceed to issue and sell self-liquidating, tax-exempt bonds, in an amount not to exceed
$10,000,000 for the purpose of financing construction of a Wellness Center on the Minot State
University campus according to NDCC Chapter 15-55, Construction of Revenue Producing
Buildings at Higher Educational Institutions, to be repaid through new and reallocated student
fees.
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Approve NDSU request to: 1) seek grant funding for; 2) change the project scope of; and 3)
seek Budget Section approval to increase the spending authority for the Upper Great Plains
Transportation Institute’s (UGPTI) Center for Transportation Building from $8,500,000 to
$13,000,000.
Mr. John Adams from NDSU said this project was originally approved for $8.5 million.
Through partnerships with local and state government entities, they are able to include an
intelligent traffic coordination system to control traffic throughout the Fargo-Moorhead area.
The funds from the partners are contingent on receiving a federal grant. Mr. Espegard said this
project should not be started until all funds are received.
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Ms. Glatt asked for clarification on the requested motion which suggests that the total project
cost is $20,374,000. Mr. Adams said the request is for $13 million. He stated that the other
funding items included in the $20,374,000 are not related to the facility’s construction, but are
instead program funding.
It was moved by Lembke, seconded by Backes to approve the NDUS request to 1) seek grant
funding for; 2) change the project scope of; and 3) seek Budget Section approval to increase the
spending authority for the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute’s (UGPTI) Center for
Transportation building from $8,500,000 to $13,000,000 if federal funds are matched and
committed. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The
motion carried.
Approve NDSU request for authorization to seek grant funding for the renovation of, and
addition to, Dunbar Hall in the approximate amount of $15,000,000.
Mr. John Adams explained that this project is being done to meet the demands of grants from the
National Science Foundation. He said the project will be funded by using America Recovery
and Reinvestment Act funds. He stated that if the federal government approves the grant this
request will come back to the SBHE and Legislature for approval. In response to a question
from Dr. Jackson, Mr. Adams said he would check what impact this will have on billable space.
It was moved by Andrews, seconded by Lembke to approve the NDSU request for authorization
to seek grant funding for the renovation of, and addition to, Dunbar Hall in the approximate
amount of $15,000,000 provided that grant funds are awarded. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland,
Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Backes to approve the following financial and facility
requests:
• Approve NDSU request for authorization to change the name of the Engineering
Technology building on the NDSU campus to Geosciences
• Approve the NDSU request for authorization to proceed with the construction of a
greenhouse at the Towner State Nursery at an estimated total cost of $300,000. The
source is general funds appropriated by the Legislature in the Forest Service 2009-2011
capital project funding line.
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Approve NDSU request for authorization to enter into an easement, lease and permit agreement
for University land with Roers Development, Inc. (RDI) for the construction of a proposed 200
unit housing project adjacent to the T Parking lot (T Lot) on the NDSU campus. All the cost of
improvements and subsequent maintenance will be borne by the RDI.
Mr. Adams provided an overview of the project that has been proposed by Roers Development
through the city shared use agreement. In response to a question from Mr. Backes on the terms
of the lease, Mr. Adams said it is a 50 year lease with a renewal clause. In response to a question
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from Mr. Backes on the terms of the easement, Mr. Adams stated that the easement is for use
during construction only. Mr. Adams said the NDSU counsel has reviewed the lease, but that the
lease has not been finalized at this point.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Andrews to approve the NDSU request for
authorization to enter into an easement, lease and permit agreement for University land with
Roers Development, Inc. (RDI) for the construction of a proposed 200 unit housing project
adjacent to the T Parking lot (T Lot) on the NDSU campus. All the cost of improvements and
subsequent maintenance will be borne by the RDI. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke,
Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Ratify Chancellor’s action to approve the NDSU request for authorization to seek budget section
authorization under NDCC Section 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending authorization for the
NDSU President’s home from $900,000 to $1,470,000.
Mr. Adams appeared on behalf of NDSU and Mr. Jim Miller appeared for the NDSU
Foundation. Mr. Miller explained the expenses incurred with the construction of the president’s
home. Several SBHE members expressed concern and frustration that NDSU and foundation
officials did not seek the required additional authorization for the increased spending and
because institutional funding was used in support of the project, which was not disclosed or
authorized.
In response to a question from Ms. Andrews regarding whether all the outstanding bills have
been included in the funding request, Mr. Miller stated that there is a contingency fee and an
outstanding electrical bill that have been estimated in the figures provided to the SBHE.
It was moved by Lembke to ratify the Chancellor’s action to approve the NDSU request for
authorization to seek budget section authorization under NDCC Section 48-01.2-25 for an
increase in spending authorization for the NDSU President’s home from $900,000 to $1,470,000.
The motion died for lack of a second.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Shaft to reject the proposal for authorization to seek
budget section authorization under NDCC Section 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending
authorization for the NDSU President’s home.
It was moved by Backes, seconded by Andrews as a substitute motion to refer the request to
ratify the Chancellor’s action to approve the NDSU request for authorization to seek budget
section authorization under NDCC Section 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending authorization
for the NDSU President’s home to the Budget Audit and Finance Committee once the final costs
are determined and for the committee to review the current process and bring its
recommendations to the full board. On the motion to substitute a new motion and approve the
substitute motion, Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye.
The motion carried.
Mr. Shaft asked for point of personal privilege to introduce his daughter, Francy, who is
observing the SBHE meeting as part of a civics lesson.
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Approve the UND request for authorization to seek budget section authorization under NDCC
Section 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending authorization for the UND President’s home.
Alice Brekke provided an overview of the costs associated with the construction of the
University house. SBHE members expressed the same concerns and frustrations related to this
project, as they did the NDSU home.
It was moved by Shaft, seconded by Espegard to refer the UND request to seek budget section
authorization under NDCC Section 48-01.2-25 for an increase in spending authorization for the
UND President’s home to the Budget Audit and Finance Committee once the final cost is
determined and for the committee to review the current process and bring its recommendations to
the full board. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The
motion carried.
Ratify Chancellor’s action to approve the WSC request for authorization to seek budget section
authorization under NDCC section 48-01.2-25 for a change in project scope and an increase in
spending authorization for the Williston State College science laboratory project from
$1,610,000 to $2,200,000.
Dr. Nadolny indicated that the project will not proceed until all funds are received. In response
to a question from Mr. Backes about what will be done with the existing facilities, Dr. Nadolny
said the space will house classes currently using portable buildings. Dr. Nadolny said no
additional funds will be needed to convert the existing classrooms.
It was moved by Backes, seconded by Shaft to ratify the Chancellor’s action to approve the
WSC request for authorization to seek budget section authorization under NDCC section 48-
01.2-25 for a change in project scope and an increase in spending authorization for the Williston
State College science laboratory project from $1,610,000 to $2,200,000. Andrews, Espegard,
Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Academic Consent Agenda
It was moved by Andrews, seconded by Hadland to approve the following academic consent
agenda requests:
• Approve joint request from Bismarck State College, Lake Region State College, North
Dakota State College of Science, and Williston State College to terminate paraeducator
program.
• Approve Dakota College Bottineau request to terminate the water quality management
program
• Approve request from Dakota College Bottineau to offer an A.A.S. and certificate in
paramedic technology (EMT) to be offered traditionally and at a distance.
• Approve Dickinson State University request to establish the Theodore Roosevelt Center
• Approve Dickinson State University request to offer a B.S. degree in environmental
science
• Approve the North Dakota State University request to offer an M.Eng. in electrical and
computer engineering
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• Approve request from North Dakota State University to offer an M.S. degree in advanced
athletic training, an M.S. degree in athletic training and a new degree of M.A. Trg.
• Approve the North Dakota State University request to change the title of the Department
of Child Development and Family Science TO Department of Human Development and
Family Science
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to offer a Ph.D. in chemical engineering
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to offer an M.S. and M. Engr. in
sustainable energy engineering
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to terminate the B.S. Ed. combined
major in elementary education and mathematics
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to offer a certificate in conflict
transformation
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to offer a Ph.D. in educational
foundations and research
• Approve the University of North Dakota request to change the name of the Department of
Physics TO the Department of Physics and Astrophysics
• Approve the Valley City State University request for a new Prairie Waters Education and
Research Center
• Approve the Williston State College request to offer an A.A.S. in accounting to be
offered traditionally and at a distance
• Approve the Williston State College request to offer an A.A.S. and certificate in business
management to be offered traditionally and at a distance
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Backes, and Smith voted aye. Shaft was not present.
The motion carried.
Personnel Consent Agenda
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Backes to approve the following personnel consent
agenda items:
• Approve NDSU tenure request recommendation for Dr. Loretta Heuer
• Approve NDSU tenure request recommendation for Dr. Chris Boerboom
• Approve NDSU tenure request recommendation for Dr. Newell Wright
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Major Policy Discussions & Special Reports
Review and approve SBHE Strategic Plan and SBHE goals and objectives
Mr. Smith said the final strategic plan document will be presented to the SBHE in November for
approval. He stated that additional changes will be made to the plan prior to the November
meeting to clearly outline how the strategic plan’s main objectives will be driven by the
stakeholders.
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It was moved by Lembke, seconded by Shaft to approve the draft SBHE Strategic Plan and to
have the plan put on the November SBHE agenda for approval in final form with the
recommended changes. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted
aye. The motion carried.
Progress report on 2008-09 campus alignment plans
Dr. Krotseng presented the progress report on the FY 2008-09 Campus Alignment Plans.
In response to a comment from Mr. Backes, Dr. Krotseng said the reporting requirements of the
campus alignment plans will be adjusted to align with the SBHE strategic plan as it evolves.
Approve annual business plans for Workforce Training
Dr. Krotseng stated that one of the obvious accomplishments of Workforce Training was the
adoption of a new integrated logo and the implementation of a marketing campaign. The intent
of both was to show that while they work together, the regions are also unique. Dr. Krotseng
provided an overview of the annual business plans and regional objectives for Workforce
Training, emphasizing that this is the first year that the Workforce Training regions combined
their reports into a single document.
It was moved by Andrews, seconded by Shaft to approve the annual business plans for
Workforce Training. Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted
aye. The motion carried.
Approve proposed changes to accountability measures
Dr. Hillman presented a recommendation regarding the academic accountability measures that
are no longer required in state statute. He stated that he will later be requesting clarification of
some of the measures by the Legislative Interim Higher Education Committee. Ms. Glatt
provided an overview of the recommendations of the Administrative Affairs Council.
Because different recommendations came from the academic affairs and administrative affairs
councils, Chancellor Goetz recommended that both FR4: Per capita general fund appropriations
for higher education and FR10: Ratio of incentive funding to NDUS total state funding, continue
to be reported.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Andrews to approve the proposed changes to the
accountability measures, with reporting continuing on items FR4 and FR10.
Dr. Hillman said the campuses suggested the non-completers report (EE7: Levels of satisfaction
and reasons for non-completion) be discontinued, but since completion is an issue of concern for
the board, he recommended the item be improved or replaced instead of discontinued.
It was moved by Espegard, seconded by Andrews to amend the motion to read “approve the
proposed changes to the accountability measures, with reporting continuing on items FR4, FR10
and to include the improvement or replacement of item EE7 and to adopt the amended motion.”
Andrews, Espegard, Hadland, Lembke, Shaft, Backes, and Smith voted aye. The motion carried.
Update on progress of 2008-09 IT plan
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Mr. Thursby reported on the progress made to the 2008-09 IT plan. He stated that the
ConnectND Audit report recommended mandating passwords to be changed periodically. A
script has been acquired to extend students passwords to avoid access problems, and if the script
tests successfully it will be implemented. Mr. Backes commended Mr. Thursby and his staff for
the good work they did implementing the audit report recommendations. Mr. Thursby provided
an overview of the NDUS IT Strategic Plan.
In response to a question from Dr. Jackson on if paystubs will only be available online, Mr.
Thursby said that decision has been left to the campuses’ discretion.
Demonstration of Library System and Resources
Mr. Thursby explained that the ODIN library services are operated by HECN and provide
services to higher education, the state library, and K-12 education. Rosi Kloberdanz, Wilber
Stolz, and Tony Stukel provided an overview and demonstration of the updated Odin Library
Services interface. Mr. Thursby expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to demonstrate
for the SBHE the types of technologies that are being implemented.
Update on Tuition and Fee plan
Chancellor Goetz presented an update on the tuition and fee plan and the background to allow
the SBHE to move forward on the financial plan. Chancellor Goetz said a taskforce will be
appointed to study the long-term finance plan. He recommended the tuition and fee study be part
of the charge of the Long-term Finance Plan Committee and an implementation timeline be
defined.
Appoint Long-Term Finance Plan and Tuition and Fees Task Force
Mr. Smith announced the appointment of himself, Mr. Backes, Trudy Collins, Dave Clark, Alice
Brekke, and Chancellor Goetz to the SBHE Long-Term Finance Plan and Tuition and Fees Task
Force, with Chancellor Goetz chairing the task force.
Appoint Executive Compensation Task Force
Mr. Smith explained that the charge of the Executive Compensation Task Force will be to
recommend policy and procedure changes, as necessary, on executive compensation and
evaluation. Mr. Smith appointed Mr. Espegard, Chancellor Goetz and Mr. Haugen to the
taskforce, with Chancellor Goetz appointed as Chair.
College and university president’s briefings on important college and university developments
There were no briefings presented.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Representative Bob Skarphol provided information on the format and content of the legislative
interim committee meetings. Representative Skarpol commented that the interim committee has
been given a directive to get a handle on higher education. In response to a question from Mr.
Espegard on what Representative Skarphol meant by needing to get a handle on higher
education, Representative Skarpol said higher education costs a lot of money, and if the current
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state economy is not maintained we do not want to be in a situation that budget cuts will need to
be made to higher education because it is too dependent. Representative Skarphol encouraged
institutions to be as efficient and productive as possible. He stated that his goal for the interim
committee meetings is to prepare the committee to convene a meeting of the Roundtable on
Higher Education after the middle of next year. In response to a request from Mr. Smith,
Representative Skarpohl said he would provide the SBHE with a copy of the document from
Dennis Jones titled The dreaded “P” word.
Janice Hoffert informed the board that the staff senate has met twice and the by-laws of that
group have been ratified by six institutions.
Dr. Erich Longie, member of the Spirit Lake Sioux, provided testimony in opposition to the
SBHE extending the deadline for the UND nickname and logo decision. He provided written
comments.
Steve Fool Bear, a member of the Standing Rock Sioux, requested that the current SBHE
deadline for the UND nickname and logo be extended to allow democracy and process to take
place.
Archie Fool Bear, member of the Standing Rock Sioux, provided testimony to request the SBHE
to move the deadline for the UND nickname and logo back to give the tribe an opportunity to put
the issue to a vote.
Ron His Horse is Thunder, council chair for the Standing Rock Sioux, thanked the SBHE for not
putting an item on the agenda to extend the deadline date.
Amy Phillips, assistant professor of social work, provided research results on past use of the
Sioux nickname and logo at UND. Copies of articles were submitted to the SBHE for the record.
BJ Rainbow, a senior at UND, provided testimony relating to the conflict the UND nickname
and logo issue has caused between the tribes.
Mary Lou Claymore commented that the pipe ceremony of 1969 on the UND campus that has
been referred to during the UND nickname and logo debate was a ceremony to present President
Starcher with a name, not to approve the use of the nickname and logo.
Mr. Skip Longie, member of the Spirit Lake Sioux, provided testimony in opposition to the UND
nickname and logo.
Chancellor Goetz announced that Erika Lorenz-Perry has been hired as the new secretary to the
State Board of Higher Education.
Review of Board Meeting
Future Board Meetings
November 19 – Minot State University
December 17 – conference call
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January 21 – conference call
February 18 – Lake Region State College
The meeting was adjourned at 3:08 p.m. CT.
Executive Secretary President
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THE FOLLOWING MINUTES HAVE NOT YET BEEN APPROVED BY THE SBHE.
ND STATE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Minutes—October 1, 2009
Revised 11-03-09
The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) met Thursday, October 1, 2009, by conference
call. The Board president called the meeting to order at 9:35 a.m. CT. The call originated in the
NDUS office, 10th floor of the State Capitol, Bismarck, ND.
Members participating:
Mr. Richie Smith, president
Mr. Jon Backes
Mr. Duaine Espegard
Ms. Rachelle Hadland
Mr. Mike Haugen
Mr. Grant Shaft
Ms. Sue Andrews
Dr. Jon Jackson, faculty advisor
Members Absent:
Mr. Claus Lembke
Presidents and campus dean participating:
Dr. Ken Grosz, DCB Mr. Keith Bjerke for Dr. Joe Chapman, NDSU
Dr. Dick McCallum, DSU Dr. Robert Kelley, UND
Dr. Mike Bower, LRSC Dr. Steve Shirley, VCSU
Dr. Gary Hagen, MaSU Dr. Ray Nadolny, WSC
Dr. David Fuller, MiSU
Staff members participating:
Mr. William G. Goetz, chancellor
Ms. Debra Anderson, public affairs director
Ms. Laura Glatt, vice chancellor for administrative affairs
Dr. Marsha Krotseng, vice chancellor for strategic planning/executive director of CTEC
Ms. Erika Lorenz-Perry, secretary
Mr. Pat Seaworth, general counsel
Mr. Randall Thursby, chief information officer
Ms. Cindy Goulet, assistant general counsel
Board Business
Consider request