M A N S F I E L D U N I V E R S I T Y Mansfield, Pennsylvania. Wednesday, November 18, th Floor Community Room, North Hall 2:00 p.m.

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1 Exhibit A M A N S F I E L D U N I V E R S I T Y Mansfield, Pennsylvania Wednesday, November 18, th Floor Community Room, North Hall 2:00 p.m. COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES MINUTES I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Chairman Meyer called the meeting to order at 2:12 p.m. FOR THE RECORD: In accordance with the Sunshine Law, this meeting was advertised in the Wellsboro Gazette on November 4, II. RECORDING OF ATTENDANCE The following Trustees were in attendance: Mr. Thomas A. Browning, Member Mr. Richard P. Cashman, Secretary Ms. Ada Mae Saxton, Member Mr. Louis Setzer, Student Member Mr. Howard J. Smith, Jr., Member Dr. Robert D. Strohecker, Vice Chair Ms. Carol J. Tama, Member The following Trustees were not in attendance: Mr. Charles R. Ike, Member Mr. Lewis B. Lee, Member Mr. Craig G. Litchfield, Member Mr. Ralph H. Meyer, Chair

2 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 2 II. RECORDING OF ATTENDANCE (Continued) Members of the University staff who were in attendance are as follows: Dr. Maravene Loeschke, President Mr. Tekeste Abraham, Director of Purchasing Dr. James Brown, Dean of Arts and Sciences Dr. Joy Burke, Dean of Education, Professional and Graduate Studies Ms. Dia Carleton, Executive Director of Human Resources Ms. Lori Cass, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Mr. William Chabala, APSCUF President Mr. Charles Colby, Associate Vice President for Residence Life Mr. James Harrington, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs Ms. Denise Hopkins, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Dr. Peter Keller, Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs Ms. Anne M. LaVancher, Secretary to the Council of Trustees Dr. Brian Loher, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Mr. Alex Miller, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Mr. Dennis Miller, Director of Public Relations and Publications Ms. Diane Monkiewicz, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Mr. Kelvin Morgan, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Mr. Steve Plesac, Director of Student Activities and Programming Mr. Michael L. Reid, Vice President of Finance and Administration Mr. Curt Tofts, Controller Mr. Larry Watts, SCUPA President Dr. Paul Wendel, Member, Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT Others in Attendance: Mr. Nnaemeka Anosike, Student Ms. Cheryl Clarke, Williamsport Sun-Gazette Mr. Ralph Slyster, President, Student Government Association III. PUBLIC COMMENTS Vice Chairman Strohecker invited public comments. No comments were received. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 23, 2009 (Exhibit A) A motion was made by Mr. Browning, seconded by Mr. Smith, and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of September 23, 2009 as written.

3 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 3 V. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Academic Affairs Report Dr. Keller noted the topics discussed in the Academic Affairs report: Academic Programs review process PDE Chapter 49 update Middle States Review Dr. Kathy Wright and Dr. Clarence Lienhard volunteered to chair the process leading to the evaluation report due in summer 2012 Review of Dr. Peter Keller s goals for B. Finance and Administration Report Mr. Reid noted the topics discussed in the Finance and Administration report: ParenteBeard s review of audit ending June 30, MU was issued an unqualified opinion of financial statements, the highest level of assurance that can be provide Purchase orders over $10,000 from August 16, 2009 through October 15, 2009 Potential acquisition of property in the Mansfield, PA downtown area Budget review and discussion Approval of Purchase Orders of $10,000 or more Upon the recommendation of the Vice President for Finance and Administration and the President, a motion was made by Ms. Saxton, seconded by Ms. Tama, and unanimously carried to approve the purchase orders of $10,000 or more for the period of August 16, 2009 through October 15, 2009 for a total of $184, as identified in Exhibit B. Approval of Acquisition of Property in Mansfield, PA Upon the recommendation of the Vice President for Finance and Administration and the President, a motion was made by Mr. Browning, seconded by Mr. Cashman, and unanimously carried to approve the acquisition of property in the Mansfield, PA downtown area with the intent to lease the property to other corporations such as MDDC for businesses that would benefit MU students. C. Human Resources Report Ms. Carleton noted the topics discussed in the Human Resources Report: PASSHE wellness program Flexible Spending Accounts

4 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 4 V. COMMITTEE REPORTS (continued) D. Student Affairs/Residence Life Report Mr. Colby and Mr. Harrington noted the topics discussed in the Student Affairs/Residence Life Report: Student Affairs events update Co-curricular transcript which is an opportunity for students to keep formal a record of their leadership opportunities while at Mansfield University SGA at the Sayre campus Privatized housing update Campus Watch Care program E. University Advancement Report President Loeschke noted the topics discussed in the University Advancement Report: Dr. Bair discussed various types of gifts, investments and donor prospecting Cultivation: fundraising is up 11%; phone-a-thon is currently breaking records; 13 flagpoles have been sold and a second Steinway has been purchased Dr. Loeschke thanked COT for their generous gifts to the University VI. OLD BUSINESS No items for discussion. VII. NEW BUSINESS Emeritus Status Upon the recommendation of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, the President and in compliance with a poll of the senior faculty, a motion was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Ms. Saxton, and unanimously carried to grant emeritus status to the following individuals: Dr. Celeste Burns, a faculty member in the Education/Special Education Department from February 1975 until January Dr. Janet Fuller, a faculty member in the Education/Special Education Department from August 1981 until December Professor Mary McEwan, a faculty member in the Health Sciences Department from August 1993 until May 2008.

5 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 5 VII. NEW BUSINESS (continued) Emeritus Status (continued) Dr. Mark Robarge, a faculty member in the Criminal Justice Administration Department from August 1981 until August Dr. Charles Seidel, a faculty member in the Psychology Department from September 1967 until May Dr. Jean-Anne Teal, a faculty member in the Music Department from August 1991 until May Professor Michael Vayansky (posthumously), a faculty member in the Chemistry and Physics Department from July 1966 until September VIII. INFORMATION ITEMS International Student Report Dr. Loeschke introduced Mr. Nnaemeka (Emeka) Anosike, a sophomore international biology major from Nigeria. Emeka was chosen to do an internship with the President as a member of the Honor s program. He has been working with various initiatives on campus such as the environmental SPIT, relocation of health center, started soccer club and working to improve his speech making abilities. Emeka talked about the importance of the international program at Mansfield University. The support in activities and services through the program has been critical to his success thus far. He talked about various activities through Mansfield International Student Organization (MISO), language clubs, international program structures and the countries represented at Mansfield University. Emeka discussed how important the International Walkway is to the students and he thanked those who contributed to the walkway. Emeka reported that the state of the international program is in great health. Strategic Plan Implementation Team Report Dr. Loeschke thanked all of the members of the Strategic Plan Implementation Teams for their work and dedication to the plan. Dr. Loeschke introduced the Ensure Quality Faculty and Staff SPIT for their report. Ms. Carleton introduced team members and discussed how they broke down the various sections within the strategic plan, various reward programs, employee development specifically through Monday Morning Mentoring, recruiting and hiring, restructure of the Daily Digest, provided an interactive component to their presentation, and talked about what is next for the group.

6 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 6 IX. EDUCATIONAL FEATURE Co-curricular Transcript Mr. Harrington introduced Mr. Slyster, SGA president and Mr. Steve Plesac, Director of Student Activities and Programming for a report about the co-curricular transcript. The co-curricular program was implemented in Fall 2009 and is designed to work in conjunction with a student s academic transcript chronicling all leadership activities. The student will be able to see areas that need improvement as well as those areas in which they excelled. Mr. Slyster described the process for the transcript as well as a demonstration on how to participate in the program. X. REPORTS President Loeschke President Loeschke provided the following report: Dr. Loeschke noted that even though finances are tight, we are still able to manage the University well The Mansfield University choir just returned from a performing at Yale University Champion magazine has highlighted Mansfield University for a second time with an article about Sprint football Allen Hall is progressing and expected completion is in Fall 2010 Dr. Loeschke noted the strong dedication of MU s faculty and staff Thanks to Cabinet for their work in initiatives such as Student Affairs and Academic Affairs collaboration, Human Resources vision for the department and the University, Academic Affairs dedication to our students; Finance and Administration s help through this difficult financial time and VP Reid s dedication by stepping in to cover Astronomy classes after the sudden death of Professor Vayansky. Student Government Association (SGA) Mr. Ralph Slyster, President SGA, provided the following report: SGA participated in leadership training at Bartell and Bartell SGA is considering purchasing resume building software Athletic budgets and scholarships are being increased for 2010 The remodeling project of the Hut is still in progress Plans are underway to remodel Alumni Hall Student Center An open forum for students will be held next week No report was provided. PACT

7 Council of Trustees Meeting November 18, 2009 Page 7 XI. OTHER BUSINESS No other business to report. XII. DATE OF NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting of the Mansfield University Council of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in the North Manser Dining Room. XIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 3:20 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Anne Lavancher Anne M. LaVancher Recording Secretary