The Lincoln University Board of Trustees met on Saturday, April 20, 2002, in the Vail Hall Board Room. Mrs. Adrienne G. Rhone, Chairwoman, called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m. Dr. Calvin S. Morris gave the opening prayer.

Trustees in attendance: Dr. Robert L. Albright, Mr. James S. Avery, Dr. William E. Bennett, Mr. Warren R. Colbert, Mr. Barry Cooper, Mr. Frank C. Gihan, William C. King Esq., Dr. Ernest C. Levister, Michael P. Meehan Esq., Dr. Calvin S. Morris, Mr. J. Vernon Peterson, Mrs. Adrienne G. Rhone, Ms. Sharlene V. Roberson, Mr. Donn G. Scott, The Hon. W. Curtis Thomas, Mr. Craig L. Tucker, Mr. David E. Warr; Ex-officio Trustees: Dr. Ivory V. Nelson; Faculty Representative: Dr. Penelope J. Kinsey; Emeritus Trustees: Mr. Walter D. Chambers, Dr. James A. Parker, Rev. Leroy Patrick, Mr. William A. Robinson. Voting Strength: 18

Trustees absent: Dr. Leonard L. Bethel, Ms. Carol Ann Campbell, Richard H. Glanton Esq., Dr. David Knox, Chief S.I. Odogwu, Mr. Malcolmn D. Pryor, Mr. Manuel N. Stamatakis, Mr. Dwight S. Taylor, Regina L. Warren Esq., The Hon. LeAnna M. Washington, The Hon. Hardy Williams; Ex-officio Trustees: The Hon. Johnny J. Butler for Governor Mark S. Schweiker, Mr. Frank Meehan for Secretary of Education Charles B. Zogby; Student Representative: Mr. Jovan Davis; Emeritus Trustees: Dr. Frank T. Coleman, Mr. Theodore Robb, Dr. Kenneth M. Sadler; Honorary Trustee Mr. Julius Rosenwald.

Secretary Gihan presented the February 16, 2002, Board of Trustees meeting minutes for Board approval.

Motion made by Mr. Gihan; seconded by Ms. Roberson.

Favor: Unanimous
Oppose:
Abstain:
Motion carried.

CHAIRWOMAN'S REPORT

Sesquicentennial Celebration Due to funeral services for University student Mr. Albert Jackson at 9:00 a.m. in Philadelphia, the 8:30 a.m. Sesquicentennial Celebration session has been postponed. Chairwoman Rhone acknowledged new Trustees Craig L. Tucker, Michael Gary, and LeAnna M. Washington in her absence. Board members rotating off the board on June 30, 2002, are Trustees James S. Avery, Jovan T. Davis, William C. King, Penelope J. Kinsey, S.I. Odogwu, and Malcolmn D. Pryor. The Chairwoman's Report was accepted as information.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

CORRECTION.
The statement, "An Ad-Hoc Faculty Committee is conducting a full review of the University's Core Curriculum. Presently, the Core-Curriculum has a 49-semester requirement," was corrected to, "An Ad-Hoc Faculty Committee is conducting a full review of the University's Core Curriculum. Presently, the Core-Curriculum has a 49-semester credit hour requirement."

The President's Report was accepted as information.

Dr. Nelson introduced George Buchanan, Esq., who joined the University on April 15, 2002, as University Legal Counsel.

TREASURER'S REPORT

The Treasurer's Report for the period ended March 31, 2002 was accepted as information.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

Mr. J. Vernon Peterson moved that all committee reports be accepted as information; seconded by Dr. Albright. Motion carried unanimously.

BUSINESS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Mr. Donn G. Scott, Chair of the Business Affairs Committee, presented the following resolution for Board approval:

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF FIREMEN & OILERS, SEIU, AFL-CIO, CLC-LOCAL 473

RES104_042002

WHEREAS, the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Trustees of Lincoln University of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education (University) and the National Conference of Firemen & Oilers, SEIU, AFL-CIO-Local 473 (Union) will expire June 30, 2002; and

WHEREAS, representatives of the University and the Union met and bargained in good faith.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiated by the two parties provides for, among other things, wage increases to eligible Union employees over a five-year contract · Year 1: Average of 4.5% (2% across-the-board with an additional 2.5% to build a skilled-base compensation structure); · Year 2: 2.5% across-the-board; · Year 3: 2.5% across-the-board; · Year 4: 3% across-the-board; · Year 5: 3% across-the-board. The legal sufficiency review letter provided by legal counsel is incorporated by reference to this Resolution. Motion made by Mr. Scott; seconded by Drs. Levister and Albright.

Favor: Unanimous
Oppose:
Abstain:
Motion carried.

BUILDINGS & PROPERTY, BUSINESS AFFAIRS, AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEES

Ms. Sharlene V. Roberson, Chair of the Student Affairs Committee, presented the following joint resolution for Board approval:

STUDENT HOUSING INITIATIVE

RES105_042002

WHEREAS, Lincoln University has determined that its housing is currently near capacity; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University has determined that its housing is not keeping pace with the amenities offered to prospective students when compared to competitor institutions of higher learning; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University is planning to increase its recruitment and retention efforts to enlarge its enrollment; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University has presently determined that the construction of new dormitory facilities appears to be financially feasible; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University has presently determined that its five year needs are best met by 400 new beds on the main campus; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University has determined that, subject to Board approval, it intends to (1) apply for funding for the most economical and effective financing of the project and (2) issue separate Requests for Proposal for architectural design, construction management, and construction; and

WHEREAS, Lincoln University will select a bond counsel as may be required by the funding source. The basis of bond counsel shall include the following criteria: (1) cost; (2) significant experience with these types of transactions, and (3) the level of minority and/or female participation as part of the financing team either as employees of the firm or via sub-contract.

NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Board of Trustees of Lincoln University approves the recommendation of the President to move forward with the acquisition of financing for new dormitory facilities that meet the University's needs; and

FURTHER, that the Board of Trustees of Lincoln University concurs with the decision of the Administration to cancel a previously issued RFP which was for a design/build/manage privatized housing facility; and

FURTHER RESOLVED THAT not later than the November 2002 Board meeting, the President will present for recommended approval by the Board of Trustees the most economical and effective method of financing and constructing the project including, but not limited to, completing the project in phases. Motion made by Ms. Roberson, seconded by Mr. Avery.

Favor: Unanimous
Oppose:
Abstain:
Motion carried.

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Dr. Ernest J. Levister, Chair of the Audit Committee, presented the following resolution for Board approval:

INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

RES106_042002

WHEREAS, in 1994, the Lincoln University Board of Trustees appointed the independent certified public accounting firm of KPMG, LLP to perform the examination of and render an opinion on financial statements of Lincoln University to the Board of Trustees; and

WHEREAS, after eight (8) years, the Board of Trustees decided to reissue a Request for Proposal (RFP) to audit its financial statements; and

WHEREAS, four (4) proposals were received by Lincoln University to conduct audits on the financial statements of the University; and the administration and the Audit Committee of the Board have made evaluations of said proposals; and

WHEREAS, the Audit Committee of the Board recommends to the Board of Trustees to appoint the independent auditing firm of Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio & Associates, PC to perform the examination of and render an opinion on Lincoln University's financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2002, June 30, 2003 and June 30, 2004, subject to yearly renewal by the Board of Trustees.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Lincoln University board of Trustees hereby appoints the independent auditing firm of Thompson, Cobb, Bazilio & Associates, PC to perform the examination of and render an opinion on Lincoln University's financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2002.

Motion made by Dr. Levister, seconded by Mr. Peterson.

FAVOR: 16
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN: 2
Motion carried.

EDUCATIONAL POLICIES & ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Dr. Robert L. Albright, Chair of the Educational Policies & Academic Affairs Committee, presented the following resolutions for Board approval:

2002 GRADUATES

RES107_042002

WHEREAS, the Registrar will certify candidates for the B.A., B.S., M.H.S., M.S.R., M.Ed., M.S.M. and M.S.A. degrees at the end of April 2002; and

WHEREAS, the Faculty will approve these candidates at the end of April 2002.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT President Ivory V. Nelson shall be authorized to award degrees to students whose names appear on the list certified by the Registrar and approved by the Faculty. Motion made by Dr. Albright, seconded by many.

FAVOR: Unanimous
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN:
Motion carried.

FACULTY PROMOTIONS AND/OR TENURE

RES108_042002

WHEREAS, members of the Faculty have applied for promotion and/or tenure; and

WHEREAS, the Promotion, Tenure and Severance Committee has reviewed the candidates for promotion and tenure and made its recommendations; and

WHEREAS, the Deans of the Schools have reviewed the candidates for promotion and/or tenure from their respective Schools and made their recommendation; and

WHEREAS, the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs has reviewed the applications and the recommendations of the Committee and the Deans; and

WHEREAS, the President has approved the recommendations of the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Assistant Professor Mr. Neal Carlson be promoted to Associate Professor; Assistant Professor Dr. Lennell R. Dade be promoted to Associate Professor; Associate Professor Dr. Robert Langley be promoted to Professor; Professor Dr. Gwinyai H. Muzorewa be granted tenure; Assistant Professor Mr. Charles Pettaway be promoted to Associate Professor; Assistant Professor Dr. Violet Plantz be granted tenure; Assistant Professor Dr. Benson Prigg be promoted to Associate Professor; Associate Professor Dr. Ganga Ramdas be promoted to Professor; Assistant Professor Dr. Susan E. Safford be promoted to Associate Professor; and Assistant Professor Dr. Kaukab Siddique be promoted to Associate Professor. Motion made by Dr. Albright, seconded by Dr. Morris.

FAVOR: 15
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN: 3
Motion carried.

SABBATICAL LEAVES

RES109_042002

WHEREAS, Article XIII of the Faculty By-Laws provide for sabbatical leaves; and

WHEREAS, Article 16.3 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with LUC-AAUP provides that such leaves shall be granted each year with a cap at five (5) of the tenured Faculty members; and

WHEREAS, the Promotion, Tenure and Severance Committee evaluated the application; and

WHEREAS, the Deans and the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs have reviewed the application; and

WHEREAS, the President has approved the recommendation of the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Trustees grants sabbatical leave to Dr. William K. Dadson.

Motion made by Dr. Albright; seconded by Mr. Avery.

FAVOR: 17
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN: 1
Motion carried.

PROMOTION, TENURE, SABBATICAL OBJECTIVE CRITERIA

RES110_042002

WHEREAS, the Lincoln University Board of Trustees encourages faculty development and high achievement; and

WHEREAS, the Lincoln University Board of Trustees annually reviews recommendations from the University's Promotions, Tenure, Severance Committee and as a result, takes appropriate action on the candidates for faculty promotions, tenure, and sabbaticals; and

WHEREAS, the University's Promotions, Tenure and Severance Committee has been asked to develop, in concert with the faculty of Lincoln University, specific criteria for the evaluation of teaching, scholarship and University and Community service for the purposes of faculty promotion and tenure. The criteria must include a formula which clearly and consistently quantifies the relative weights of teaching, scholarship and service that must be used in the recommendation for promotion and tenure; and

WHEREAS, the criteria and evaluation system should take into consideration the mission and goals of Lincoln University.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the criteria and evaluation system which serves as the template for recommendations by the University's Promotions, Tenure, and Severance Committee shall be reviewed and updated prior to the Committee's review of faculty candidates for promotions, tenure and sabbaticals and the submission of those recommendations to the Lincoln University Board of Trustees. Future Lincoln University Board of Trustees action is contingent upon the successful completion of the review. Motion made by Dr. Albright; seconded by Dr. Morris.

FAVOR: Unanimous
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN:
Motion carried.

TRUSTEES, DEGREES & NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE

Mr. Frank C. Gihan, Chair of the Trustees, Degrees & Nominations Committee, presented the following resolutions for Board approval:

APPOINTMENT OF UNIVERSITY TRUSTEE

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WHEREAS, Article VI, Section 11, of the Lincoln University By-Laws (revised November 20, 1999) sets forth the functions of the Committee on Trustees, Degrees, and Nominations; and

WHEREAS, the Committee on Trustees, Degrees, and Nominations has made its recommendation for the appointment of one (1) University Trustee to serve in accordance with Article II, Section 2(D) of the University By-Laws.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Lincoln University Board of Trustees hereby approves the recommendation of the Committee on Trustees, Degrees, and Nominations for the appointment of Ms. Phyllis G. Woolley as University Trustee to serve in accordance with Article II, Section 2(D) of the University By-Laws. Motion made by Mr. Gihan; seconded by Mr. Peterson.

FAVOR: Unanimous
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN:
Motion carried.

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

RES112_042002

WHEREAS, Article I, Section 2(D) of the Lincoln University By-Laws (revised November 20, 1999) provides that one of the eighteen University Trustees shall be a student representative who shall serve for a term of one year; and

WHEREAS, by Resolution dated February 19, 2000, the Board of Trustees approved the Student Government Association (SGA) process of determining the student representative to the Board of Trustees; and

WHEREAS, the process approved provides, pursuant to the Constitution of the SGA, that the SGA President will be the student representative to the Board of Trustees.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Mr. Michael Gary is hereby appointed Student Representative to the Board of Trustees in his capacity as President of the SGA, for a term expiring June 30, 2003. Motion made by Mr. Gihan, seconded by Mr. Avery.

FAVOR: Unanimous
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN:
Motion carried.

BOARD OFFICERS (FY 2002-03)

RES 113_042002

The Trustees, Degrees, and Nominations Committee submitted the following slate of Board officers for Fiscal Year 2002-03: Chair: Mrs. Adrienne G. Rhone Vice Chair: Mr. Frank C. Gihan Secretary: Dr. Calvin S. Morris Treasurer: Mr. Howard E. Merlin Parliamentarian: Dr. Robert L. Albright Mr. King opened the floor for nominations. Motion made by Mr. Peterson to accept the Committee's recommendation; seconded by Dr. Albright and Ms. Roberson.

FAVOR: Unanimous
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN: Motion carried.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

On behalf of the Executive Committee, Chairwoman Rhone offered the recommendation to extend the term of service of the contract of Lincoln University President Dr. Ivory V. Nelson to conclude August 2006. Motion made by Mrs. Rhone; seconded by Mr. King.

FAVOR: 17
OPPOSE:
ABSTAIN: 1
Motion carried.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:50 a.m.

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