BOARD OF GOVERNORS RETREAT AND MEETING June 16-17, 2016 CSU Mountain Campus, Hotchkiss Lodge Amended June 15, 2016 WEDNESDAY, June 15, 2016 Board of Governors Dinner (social event) 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY, June 16, 2016 Board of Governors Breakfast (Dining Hall) 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. COMMENCE RETREAT 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Welcome and Setting the Stage for the Day 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Review of FY16 – How Did We Do? 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Focus on the Financials 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Break (15 mins) Public Policy Issues Impacting Higher Education 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 noon Lunch (1 hour) Public Policy Issues Impacting Higher Education, continued 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Weaving System Strategy, Budget/Financial Planning, and the Institutions’ 1:45 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Strategic Plans into Board’s Work Throughout the Year Break (15 mins) Pulling It All Together 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. COMMENCE BOARD MEETING – CALL TO ORDER 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 1. DISCUSSION OF RESERVES POLICY 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 2. BOARD CHAIR’S AGENDA 3:30 p.m. – 3:35 p.m. 3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 3:35 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. A. Colorado State University System Minutes of the May 5, 2016 Board and Committee Meetings Minutes of the May 6, 2016 Board and Committee Meetings 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION 3:40 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. 1
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BOARD OF GOVERNORS RETREAT AND MEETING
June 16-17, 2016
CSU Mountain Campus, Hotchkiss Lodge
Amended June 15, 2016
WEDNESDAY, June 15, 2016
Board of Governors Dinner (social event) 6:00 p.m.
Rennels, Vice President for Engagement, CSU; Karl Spiecker, Vice President, Finance and
Administration, CSU-Pueblo; Nancy Sturtevant, International Programs, CSU; Robert Sturtevant, Soil
and Crop Sciences, CSU; Louis Swanson, Vice President for Engagement, CSU; Chelsea Tan, CSU;
Pamela Toney, Vice President of Student Operations, CSU-Global Campus; Wenjim Wang, CSU
After a breakfast presentation on the educational experiences of four CSU international students, Chair
Mosher reconvened the business meeting and asked Ms. Parsons to begin the strategic mapping update.
STRATEGIC MAPPING
Talent Market: Ms. Parsons recounted that the talent market was a topic identified at last year’s June
retreat as a challenge for higher education institutions. Data on recruitment, retention and development of
high quality staff was gathered from each of the three CSU System campuses for the presentation.
Personnel costs are the single largest expenditures for each of the campuses.
Dr. Miranda commented on how the university’s success is dependent on attracting, retaining and
supporting high quality faculty and staff. The presentation is focused on faculty who have similar
responsibilities at each of the three institutions, whereas staff responsibilities vary widely, and the faculty
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data on hiring and search processes is more readily available. Faculty are the core of the university with
the academic interaction and curricular design, and faculty have a primacy in shared governance.
Dr. Miranda reviewed the major issues for hiring and supporting faculty. When asked if students provide
feedback on the quality of faculty, Dr. Miranda responded there are reports on level of preparedness in
entry level courses. When asked about faculty impressions on the quality of students, the response was
generally very positive feedback is received.
Dr. Miranda described the major issues in retaining faculty and commented on the challenges when
responding to recruitment offers faculty have received from other institutions. When asked if
tenure/tenure track transfers from another university, Dr. Miranda responded it is not automatic but it is
common practice to consider transferred faculty for tenure.
Dr. Miranda reviewed hiring highlights that include there were approximately 1,300 applicants for 67
positions at CSU-Global Campus; 1,075 applicants in 26 searches for CSU-Pueblo in the past year; and
CSU successfully recruited 97% of the top candidates in the last three to four years. Demographics on
male/female ratios and minorities were provided for each of the three campuses. Compensation relative to
peers is generally within the same parameters for initial salary offers. When asked if faculty were willing
to take less in compensation for the opportunity to live in Colorado, Dr. Miranda responded that, while
there may be a slight leeway, the cost of living factor has eroded that consideration in recent years.
When asked about acting proactive to fill positions vacated by retirement, Dr. Miranda responded there
are demographics for the overall faculty population but no way to accurately predict when retirements
will occur. Governor Doherty noted there is a transitional program that sometimes provides a good
indication and is helpful for the departments. Dr. Miranda explained the transitional program is generally
implemented by faculty teaching one of the two semesters to phase out of teaching.
Dr. Miranda reviewed retention highlights that include CSU-Global Campus has recently retained 92% of
faculty; and, over the past four years, CSU-Pueblo has averaged eight faculty and CSU has averaged
twenty-four faculty leaving annually. He provided examples of retention cases that include salaries or
other investments such as additional staff support or laboratory facilities. Statistics indicate CSU
generally retains 80% to 85% of retention cases. Expectations for teaching and research are important to
retention discussions and, for CSU and CSU-Pueblo, are enunciated in the faculty manual and faculty
handbook respectively.
In response to questions, Dr. Miranda and Dr. Frank explained how CSU endowed chairs that are
available at three different levels can be important for prominent targeted hires. CSU generally has a
philosophy of being proactive for retention, although there is no formal program. Search firms are
generally not engaged for faculty hires and each discipline has its own disciplinary outlets in addition to
general outlets. While there is a public perception that Colorado is a great place to live, there are
challenges for hiring faculty, particularly with compensation. Dr. Frank also noted there has been a
national perception that faculty are overpaid which also creates challenges.
Dr. Takeda-Tinker commented on the tightness in the workforce for the level of staff that CSU-Global
Campus has been seeking. CSU-Global Campus is now being more successful in recruiting staff by
utilizing the same model used to recruit faculty.
Dr. Frank provided an historical context on how CSU in the past invested heavily in salaries and less in
benefits, and then the shift in the focus on benefits that occurred. While capacity has grown on benefits,
the focus needs to again be redirected towards salaries.
Dr. Di Mare commented on differences for CSU-Pueblo with a lower cost of living and she noted the
need to invest more in salaries to be competitive. With the recent crises in higher education, the candidate
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pool has improved. When asked if regional comprehensives are viewed as a transitional stepping stone to
larger research universities, Dr. Di Mare responded that generally is not the case and outstanding teaching
records are the main focus for regional comprehensive universities.
When asked about construction costs and salaries, Dr. Frank responded salaries are funded from the
general fund or restricted funds and less than 2% of the general fund expenditures are for debt service.
Most of the debt service is paid through dedicated student fees or donor funds. Utilities costs and some
deferred maintenance costs are paid through the general fund and the newer buildings are more energy
efficient.
Strategic Mapping Update: Ms. Parsons reviewed the three capabilities across the System identified at
last year’s retreat that provided the foundation for work accomplished this past year. Highlights were
shared on the accomplishments of the ad hoc intersystem task force that were achieved under the direction
of Dr. Lovell with a focus on admissions and enrollment.
June Board Retreat: Ms. Parsons provided a preview for the upcoming June retreat that includes
revisiting the strategic mapping with the return of last year’s facilitator to examine the progress made and
the efforts needed to ensure sustained success. Other retreat topics include financial metrics, reserves and
strategies, and national and state public policy issues. The first day and the morning of the second day
will be focused on the retreat to be followed by a brief official business meeting.
Additional System-Wide Collaboration: Ms. Parsons reviewed highlights that included CSU-Global
Campus joined CSU in hosting a table at the 61st and Pena Blvd. station on the kickoff day for the A line;
the CSU Ascend team visited CSU-Pueblo and PEDCO to explore opportunities; CSU-Pueblo faculty are
developing a new Todos Santos course; communications and advancement staff from the Denver office
are working to create collaborative opportunities; and the IT collaboration group continues to meet to
integrate resources.
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY REPORTS
Student Representative: Governor Sydoriak commented on his experiences this past year as the ASCSU
President and made suggestions on how to improve shared governance. Daniela Pineda Soraca, the
incoming student representative, was introduced. In response to Governor Sydoriak’s remarks, Chair
Mosher commented on the year-round budget and tuition process. Ms. Johnson noted there has been
representation from all constituency groups for the parking discussions and encouraged student
participation at the upcoming parking roundtable discussions. Chair Mosher thanked Governor Sydoriak
for his service on the Board.
Faculty Representative: Governor Doherty indicated his written report summarizes the work of the
Faculty Council since the previous Board meeting. At the most recent meeting, there was a presentation
of the first Rosenberg Faculty Council Service Award that was created through an endowment
established to honor Harry Rosenberg, the council’s first elected chair. Governor Doherty reflected on
the progress made during the past year with the parental leave policy, the salary exercise, and more input
into the strategic and budget planning processes. Work will continue on non-tenure track faculty issues,
service recognition, shared governance, communications with a new website, parking plan alternatives,
faculty recruitment and retention, diversity, and the re-envisioning CSU initiative.
President’s Report: Dr. Frank commented on international strategic partnerships that CSU has created,
noting in particular programs and partnerships in east Africa. He presented the 2016 Ram Pride Award to
Paul Evangelista, and Bob and Nancy Sturtevant for their efforts to collect and deliver 20,500 textbooks
to Hawassa University in Ethiopia. Mr. Sturtevant commented on the experience and expressed
appreciation for the recognition.
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Dr. Frank reviewed highlights from the written report including the February launch of the $1 billion
“State Your Purpose” campaign with $610 million already raised; the accomplishments of faculty
members; the public relations award received by External Relations; and the joint funding agreement with
the Colorado wheat growers for an intellectual property program. The recent Climate Smart Agricultural
Symposium was well attended with representatives from the offices of the Governor, Secretary of
Agriculture and the Commissioner of Agriculture.
Dr. Frank reviewed highlights from the most recent CSU Accountability Report including the shift from
state support to the individual consumer; the distribution of funding within the institution which has not
dramatically changed over time; and comparisons to national peers. He then asked Ms. Parsons to provide
a stadium update.
Ms. Parsons reported the stadium construction continues to be on budget and on schedule with 100% of
the construction documents that will allow for CSU to draw down on the contingency budget. The
Stadium Advisory Group is working on campus construction issues that include other projects. The Game
Day Experience Committee is focused on game day operations with input from internal and external
constituency groups. Gold Crown Management has been engaged to assist with evaluating disposition of
Hughes Stadium and the Urban Land Institute will also be assisting to bring together stakeholder groups.
Ms. Parsons reported premium seating sales have exceeded the pro forma at 102% and 75% of total
capacity. When asked about tracking donations such as the anonymous non-naming rights gift, Dr. Frank
explained how the financial model will be populated when the stadium begins operations. In addition to a
graphic representation on donations, another potential standalone report could be prepared for
sponsorships. Mr. Anderson reported 2,100 bricks have been sold towards the 2,500 goal which is a way
for individuals to contribute to the stadium project. Overall this has been the best year in history in terms
of athletic gifts and athletic donors.
When asked about the total donations for the stadium, Mr. Anderson responded $53 million has been
raised. Dr. Frank recounted how the decision was made to finance the entire project over 40 years with
contingencies in the pro forma and no specific target for philanthropy. When asked about premium
seating, Mr. Anderson responded there are three options with incentives for 3-year, 5-year and 7-year
commitments and he outlined the pricing for suites, club seating and loge boxes. Ms. Parsons noted there
was a new video on the stadium website that provides an overview of the different seating assets.
The meeting then recessed for a break at 10:42 a.m. and reconvened at 10:57 a.m.
CSU-GLOBAL CAMPUS REPORTS
Faculty Report: Governor Deemer recounted changes that have occurred at CSU-Global Campus during
his tenure on the Board including the growth in the number of faculty; the training provided for faculty;
the implementation of Schoology that has greatly improved class scheduling and the setup process; and
the new compensation schedule for faculty. He expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the
Board and introduced the incoming faculty representative, Dr. Stephanie Quinn. Chair Mosher thanked
Governor Deemer for his service.
President’s Report: Dr. Takeda-Tinker reported CSU-Global Campus has students in 54 countries, of
which 17% are military personnel. CSU-Global Campus has been providing master degree curriculum for
Saudi Electronic University under the SEU brand for the past four years and 48 women recently
graduated with master’s degrees from the Women’s University that opened two years ago. Dr. Takeda-
Tinker thanked Governors Munn, Robbe Rhodes and Gustafson for participating in the HLC site visit and
acknowledged Governors Mosher, Tuor, and Robbe Rhodes who will be participating in the June 4th
commencement. She then asked Ms. Toney to present the pilot Institutional Loan Program (ILP).
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Ms. Toney explained that CSU-Global Campus currently has over 15,000 students and continues to grow
with 10% of students at risk of not finishing their degrees because they do not have enough left in their
FFA lifetime cap despite CSU-Global Campus’ Tuition Planning process. A new three-year ILP pilot to
increase completion rates while increasing student accountability is being launched through Heartland
ESCI, the lender that works with CSU and CSU-Pueblo for their Perkins loans. CSU-Global Campus is
not eligible for federal Perkins loans.
The ILP will be targeted at undergraduate students with at least 90 credit hours who must sign a
promissory note and complete an entrance counseling program to understand the debt. The maximum
loan is $10,000 and requires $25 per month payments toward the principal while in school and full
repayment begins six months after the last day of attendance. With the assumption that 20% of these
students could potentially not graduate, the risk assessment for loss during the pilot phase ranges from
$64,000 to $82,000. Currently CSU-Global has a very low student default rate of 4.8%.
Dr. Takeda-Tinker noted tuition planning will continue to be done upfront while micro loans for
competency-based exams that have been offered will be discontinued. When asked about experiments
mentioned at a previous meeting, Dr. Takeda-Tinker recounted that CSU-Global Campus applied for two
experiments through the DHE. CSU-Global Campus was accepted for an alternative credit program with
a non-regionally accredited partner. The second experiment that is still pending is for dual enrollment
through high schools with Pell grants to cover the costs. In response to a question, Dr. Takeda-Tinker
explained CSU-Global Campus offers 9 different scholarships for each trimester with certain required
qualifications.
CSU-PUEBLO REPORTS
Faculty Report: Governor Mincic indicated the written report includes information on the Faculty Senate
meetings. Five program enhancement proposals are currently under consideration. A CSU-Pueblo
construction management team recently took first place in a regional competition for the Associated
School of Construction and CSU-Pueblo was the only Division II school that competed. The residual
effects for this win include local, state and national publicity; a $25,000 gift for an endowment account; a
$150,000 challenge donation from one of the department’s advisory committee members; and all of the
students have received job offers. The department has also received a $35,000 grant through the federal
highway administration to run the National Summer Transportation Institute for two weeks in June for
middle school students. Governor Mincic expressed his appreciation to Dr. Di Mare and the Board for
their support and commented on the need to recruit the finest quality of faculty. Chair Mosher thanked
Governor Mincic for his service on the Board.
President’s Report: Dr. Di Mare listed the five program enhancement proposals that are currently under
consideration that might be developed as anchor programs for the university. The Center for Security
Studies is rapidly evolving; a CSU-Pueblo team toured the PuebloPlex that will provide numerous
opportunities; CSU-Pueblo has been named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber-Defense
Education; and representatives from CSU-Pueblo will be meeting with two universities in Taiwan who
are interested in the institution’s cyber and homeland securities programs and certificates.
With the passage of SB191, $900,000 from marijuana tax proceeds would be appropriated to CSU-Pueblo
and help move forward the Institute for Cannabis Studies; an MOU will be developed with several state
and federal agencies that would provide access to different grants; and efforts will continue to create a
cannabis journal and international conference. Through a new partnership with the Smithsonian Institute
that began through HACU involvement, five students from CSU-Pueblo have been selected for summer
internships. The university’s capital campaign has raised $18 million towards the $25 million goal.
At the request of Dr. Di Mare, Dr. Kreminski reported that, through the Center for Teaching and Learning
which is funded through a Title V grant, Dr. Eric Mazur from Harvard conducted a community workshop
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at CSU-Pueblo on collaboration in the classroom. Through the same program, there will be a STEM
education presentation in the fall by 2001 physics Nobel Laureate Dr. Carl Wieman. Dr. Di Mare reported
a donation of $300,000 annually for three years is anticipated from one of the local hospitals to expand
the nursing program.
CHANCELLOR’S REPORT
CSU System Engagement Hubs: Dr. Frank asked Ms. Rennels for an update on the engagement hubs. Ms.
Rennels indicated a four-year plan was outlined in the meeting materials. Recent successes include raising
the profile for CSU Extension; an innovation study for northwest Colorado completed through the Office
of Engagement in the Dept. of Agriculture; potential Ascend and Climate Smart agricultural initiatives;
and positive results from the county commissioners’ surveys. She commented on the importance of
regional initiatives and strong community partnerships. Dr. Frank added that Dr. Swanson and Ms.
Rennels have taken the lead in refining extension coming into a new era with regional engagement centers
or hubs providing services on a regional or local level.
National Western Center: Dr. Frank asked Ms. Parsons to provide an update. Ms. Parsons reported the
CSU Water Center program plan has recently been the main focus; work continues with the City of
Denver to launch RFPs for overall program management and individual project management for the site;
work continues with the various partners; CSU is participating in a Denver urban waterways restoration
study; and CSU is participating in the hearings to designate the 1909 Building as an historical landmark.
The most recent newsletter and a written report were provided to the Board.
CSU-Pueblo Financial Sustainability: Dr. Frank explained the graphic provided in the meeting materials
illustrates the conversations that have occurred to help CSU-Pueblo build a foundation for future success.
The first tier of support relates to expenses and debt, including long-term debt for the housing bond issues
and short-term fluctuation protection for both revenues and expenses. Dr. Frank acknowledged the work
of Dr. Di Mare and her team on longer term expense control through the routine budget process.
The second tier relates to quality with assistance through seed capital and cornerstone academic programs
to build an academic base that attracts the next generation of students and faculty. Real estate support has
also been provided through the CSU Foundation and there is the RFP for P3 opportunities related to the
physical development of the campus. Ways to provide infrastructure assistance including shared IT
systems continue to be explored. Under Dr. Lovell’s leadership, efforts are underway to develop a more
integrated academic infrastructure.
Governmental Relations: Dr. Frank reported the CSU System legislative relations team during the 2016
Colorado legislative session was involved in over 100 bills; actively involved in more than two dozen
bills; and addressed 50+ fiscal notes. The CSU System was able to essentially hold steady with state
funding in the Long Bill that includes $1.5 million for controlled maintenance, $12.5 million for the CSU
chemistry building, and $1.8 million for CSU-Pueblo technology. There were discussions early in the
session on potential CORA changes; those discussions have now been referred to groups for further
study. The Board of Governors appointments for Governors Mosher, Munn and Singleton were
confirmed. The negative news is it will be more difficult to utilize the state intercept program, and the
appropriation of tuition and fees has returned to the General Assembly after nearly half a decade of being
essentially delegated to the governing boards of higher education institutions.
Ms. Parsons reported the federal lobbyist for the CSU System anticipates not much will be accomplished
between now and the November election. A funding request has been submitted to the Colorado
delegation, although the expectation is it will be difficult to get funding in the current appropriations
cycle. There are national proposals for several good initiatives including 21st Century care for medical
innovation and cancer research.
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Association of Governing Boards (AGB) Conference: Dr. Frank reported he, Ms. Parsons and Governor
Robbe Rhodes recently attended the annual meeting in Washington, DC, and afterwards he and Ms.
Parsons had a positive series of meetings with the Colorado delegation. Governor Robbe Rhodes
commented on how previous AGB meetings focused on qualitative measurements on outcomes and
student learning. This year the sessions were focused on measuring differently in different disciplines and
there was a strong emphasis on the governing boards’ understanding of how to stress test the institutions.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND RESOLUTIONS
Chair Mosher reviewed the items to be approved on the consent agenda that include minutes from the
April 28th Executive Committee meeting wherein two naming opportunities were approved related to the
Natural Resources Building expansion within the Warner College of Natural Resources and the Alumni
Center for the CSU Alumni Association. Motion/Action: Governor Munn moved to approve the consent
agenda; Governor Robbe Rhodes seconded; and the motion passed unanimously.
Chair Mosher reported there were four resolutions for the Real Estate/Facilities Committee discussed in
the executive session the previous day. The first resolution was for approval of a long-term lease for the
University of Colorado Health in the new CSU Health and Medical Center. Motion/Action: Governor
Tuor moved to approve; Governor Singleton seconded; and the motion carried unanimously.
Three CSU naming opportunities discussed in the executive session are as follows: the Hybrid Cardiac
Interventional Suite within the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; the Institute for
Biologic Translational Therapies with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; and
the Trio House within the Division of Student Affairs. Chair Mosher asked for one motion to approve all
three resolutions unless there was a request to take individual action. Motion/Action: Governor Johnson
moved to approve; Governor Singleton seconded; and the motion carried unanimously.
NEXT MEETING
Chair Mosher indicated the next meeting will be held June 15-17 at the CSU Mountain Campus. An
overview of the campus tour to be held at the conclusion of the May meeting was provided. With no
further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 12:08 p.m.
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Section 4
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Section 5
Real Estate and Facilities
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Section 6
Evaluation Committee
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Section 7
Public Comment
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Section 8
Meeting Evaluation
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APPENDICES
Appendix I: Correspondence
Appendix II: Reading Material
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APPENDIX I
Correspondence
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CSUS Board of Governors Correspondence Received [dates] Date Received Email/Letter From Subject Response May 27, 2016 Email Bob Vangermeersch Athletics May 31, 2016 May 24, 2016 Email Mike Pruznick Comments on Coloradoan
Site
May 27, 2016
June 5, 2016 Email Bob Vangermeersch Athletics June 8, 2016
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Geary,Melanie
From: CSUS BoardSent: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 3:41 PMTo: [email protected]: RE: and even more irresponsibility in higher ed
Good afternoon Mr. Vangermeersch, This email acknowledges receipt for your email to the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System. Your correspondence will be shared with the Board of Governors. Best regards, Melanie Geary Office of the Board of Governors Colorado State University System 475 17th Street, Suite 1550 Denver, CO 80202 From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, May 27, 2016 9:42 PM To: CSUS Board <[email protected]> Subject: Fwd: and even more irresponsibility in higher ed
G'Day CSU BOG Please send this email to all 15 members of the CSU Board of Governors. Sound familiar? You may substitute CSU for UC any place and get what's happening at CSU. $20,000,000 + deficits within the CSU athletics dept. Don't believe Dr. Frank about the hogwash of a ''slight deficit'' of $3.2 M. Show some gumption and start asking appropriate questions. Regards Bob Vangermeersch Fort Collins CO. -----Original Message----- From: Deborah Shulman <[email protected]> To: Shulman,Steven <[email protected]>; Bernasek,Alexandra <[email protected]>; Keller,Robert <[email protected]>; Hogler,Ray <[email protected]>; Bob VanGermeersch <[email protected]>; Dimitris Stevis <[email protected]>; Gerry Horak <[email protected]>; Carl Wangsvick <[email protected]>; Carl Patton <[email protected]>; Mary Meyer <[email protected]>; Jean Opsomer <[email protected]>; John Kefalas <[email protected]> Sent: Fri, May 27, 2016 8:45 pm Subject: and even more irresponsibility in higher ed
CSU is not alone. This is a nationwide disease. What is the cure? http://citybeat.com/cincinnati/article-32706-robin_hood_in_reverse.html
From: [email protected]: Thursday, June 02, 2016 2:23 PMTo: Chancellor OfficeSubject: Re: Did Professor personally attacks high school student?Attachments: csu-fixed-doc-schaeffer.png
CSU, I see that the individual in question changed his posting to remove his affiliation with CSU, as you can see in the attached. Thank you, that fully addresses my concern. My concern was with a CSU Director making a personal attack against a high school student and that is no longer the case, it is now a private citizen issue. This is exactly why I don't my employment information in my facebook account. Yes, it is unfortunate that facebook does this, but we know it does. I realize you have a lot of employees and inappropriate personal comments will be associated with the university from time to time. Thank you for having a process that deals with this instead of ignore it. If there is a more appropriate place for me to report this in the future, please let me know. Thank you, Michael Pruznick > BEG: Chancellor Office <[email protected]> (Fri, > 27 May 2016 22:04:19 +0000) > > Dear Mr. Pruznick, > > Thank you for making us aware of the concern regarding comments from a > Colorado State University employee on the Coloradoan’s website. We > certainly appreciate your concern for the propriety of the situation > and for the young student involved, and we have discussed and reviewed > this issue in light of your concerns. Colorado State University > respects the First Amendment rights of our employees and their freedom > to express opinions publicly on topics of personal interest and public > concern. However, we do ask that they use care when associating their > university title with personal commentary so as not to create the > appearance of speaking in a professional capacity or on behalf of the > institution. (Unfortunately, the Coloradoan’s use of Facebook for its > comments section complicates matters because the system automatically > pulls up professional titles from Facebook data.) We will reaffirm the > position of the University and the CSU System that all employees > should take care to differentiate personal opinions from their > professional CSU roles. > Thanks again for sharing your concern. Dr. Tony Frank Chancellor > Colorado State University System > > ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐ > From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
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> Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 2:09 PM > To: CSUS Board <[email protected]> > Subject: Did Professor personally attacks high school student? > > BOG, > > Please look into this issue and take the appropriate action. I know > it might be a personnel issue and I won't be able to get details, but > if someone could at least confirm that my complaint has been entered > into the correct process and info me that the process was completed, > that would be appreciated. Even if I cannot get details, at least > knowing it went though the process is reassuring. > > The letter referenced below was written by a local high school > student. This student may or may not have a job. We do not know. > This looks like an inappropriate personal attack by a CSU Director > using their official position with the university. Also, please note, > how his comment inspired a subsequent personal attack. > > Thank you for looking into this issue > Michael Pruznick, Citizen > > REFERENCES: > > http://www.coloradoan.com/story/opinion/2016/05/19/letter‐community‐se > rvice‐part‐learning/84555156/ > > Letter: Community service should be part of learning > > Steven Doc Schaeffer ∙ > Director ‐ Engineering Manufacturing Education Center at Colorado > State University How about getting a job, Ryland? That will give you > "real world" experience and a little money to put in your pocket. > That's how we do it in a free society. > > END: Chancellor Office <[email protected]> (Fri, > 27 May 2016 22:04:19 +0000) >
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From: Geary,MelanieSent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 5:42 PMTo: Geary,MelanieSubject: FW: Letter to the 15 governors
From: CSUS Board Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 5:41 PM To: '[email protected]' <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Letter to the 15 governors
Good afternoon Mr. Vangermeersch, This email acknowledges receipt for your email to the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System. Your correspondence will be shared with the Board of Governors. Best regards, Melanie Geary Office of the Board of Governors Colorado State University System 475 17th Street, Suite 1550 Denver, CO 80202 From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Sunday, June 05, 2016 8:42 PM To: CSUS Board <[email protected]> Cc: [email protected] Subject: Letter to the 15 governors
TO: all 15 members of the board Please forward to each of the 15 governors.
An Open letter to the CSU Board of Governors 6-2-16
Dear Governors
By now I'm sure you’re aware that the CSU president is soliciting
the BIG 12 to join their conference.
A good question to ask is: ''Will this help CSU from an academic perspective?”
I have conducted an informal, non-scientific poll of active and
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retired CSU professors, along with various other academics.
In all cases, the conclusive response is: NO, this is NOT an
academically advantageous move!
Another question to ask is: “Will joining the BIG 12 cure the Athletics Department’s
devastating losses (over $20,000,000 per year)?”
Let's examine some possible responses. A. Sure, an influx of media dollars may look good; however, what will it cost CSU to be competitive?
B. The CSU Athletics budget is approximately $38 M dollars, of which over $20 M is subsidized by the taxpayers and students. The average Athletics budget for the 10 teams presently in the
BIG 12 is $97 M! C. The new CSU football stadium will have 36,000 seats. The
average capacity of a BIG 12 facility is 61,000 seats, which is
70% bigger than CSU’s new stadium. D. The average capacity of the BIG 12 basketball arena is
13,100, which is 50% larger than CSU's Moby Arena which has
a capacity of 8,700 (and it’s usually less than half full).
Here are a few recommended questions for Dr. Frank, assuming
he asked for the Board’s permission to solicit the BIG 12: 1. Will you provide a pro forma financial plan that shows the
cost/benefit analysis of joining the BIG 12?
2. How will the break-even cost of the new stadium ($18.2 M) be
factored into the financial documents?
3. How do you reconcile your August 2015 statement indicating
the Athletics Department’s ''slight deficit'' ($3.2M) with the NCAA report that shows a $20 M subsidy necessary to balance their
budget?
Dr. Ken Starr, President/Chancellor of Baylor University , was
quoted as saying: “I was kept behind a veil of ignorance.''
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