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Minutes of Meetings of the Board of Trustees of State University of New York

May 6 and 7, 2013

The Board of Trustees of the State University of New York met on May 6 and 7, 2013 at

Hudson Valley Community College, 80 VanDenburgh Avenue, Troy, New York pursuant to notice sent by the Office of the Secretary of the University on April 23, 2013.

May 6, 2013 3:00 p.m.

Trustees Present: Chairman McCall, Dr. Dullea, Dr. Ehrenberg, Dr. Fatta, Dr. Good, Mrs. Lewin, Dr. Lichtman, Dr. O’Brien, Mr. Rea, Ms. Sanford, Mr. Spielvogel, Mr. Staller Trustees Present via video: Mr. Belluck (NYC), Mr. Hunt (NYC), Mr. Murad (Syracuse), Mr. Socarides (NYC), Mrs. Warren-Merrick (NYC) Others Present: Chancellor Zimpher, Mrs. Duncan-Poitier; Ms. Gambrill, Ms. Hengsterman, Mr. Howard, Mr. Hutzley, Dr. Lavallee, Ms. LoTurco

1. CONVENING OF PUBLIC MEETING

Chairman McCall convened the Public Meeting at 2:59 p.m. which was held at Hudson

Valley Community College, Troy, New York. It was noted there were seventeen members

participating, including two non-voting members, and five trustees participating via video from

New York City and Syracuse. Chairman McCall declared a quorum and stated there will be a

number of resolutions and several personnel matters to act on.

2. CONVENING OF EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 3:02 p.m. Chairman McCall called for an Executive Session under provisions of

Section 105 of Article 7 of the Public Officers Law, as follows:

(1) “discussing matters relating to the appointment and employment of particular persons”,

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(2) “discussing the University’s litigation strategy in the pending case of NYSNA v. SUNY”,

(3) “discussing collective negotiations relating to United University

Professions pursuant to Article 14 of the Civil Service Law.”

In addition, during this time the Board may seek and receive legal advice from the

University’s General Counsel, which attorney-client communications are exempt from the Open

Meetings Law pursuant to Section 108 of Article 7 of the Public Officers Law.

Upon motion of Dr. Fatta, seconded by Mr. Spielvogel, it was unanimously agreed to

convene an Executive Session for the purposes specified by Chairman McCall. No action was

taken in executive session by formal vote.

Chairman McCall recessed the Executive Session at 6:00 p.m.

May 7, 2013 12:30 p.m.

Trustees Present: Chairman McCall, Mr. Belluck, Dr. Dullea, Dr. Ehrenberg, Dr. Good, Mrs. Lewin, Dr. Lichtman, Dr. O’Brien, Mr. Rea, Ms. Sanford, Mr. Staller, Mr. Spielvogel Trustees Present via video: Mr. Hunt (NYC), Mr. Murad (Syracuse), Mr. Socarides (NYC) Trustees not Present: Dr. Fatta, Mrs. Warren-Merrick Others Present: Chancellor Zimpher, Mrs. Duncan-Poitier; Ms. Gambrill, Ms. Hengsterman, Mr. Howard, Mr. Hutzley, Dr. Lavallee, Ms. LoTurco

1. CONVENING OF PUBLIC MEETING

Chairman McCall convened the Public Meeting at 12:36 p.m., which was held at Hudson

Valley Community College, Troy, New York. It was noted there were fifteen members

participating, including two non-voting members in person, and three trustees participating via

video from New York City and Syracuse.

Chairman McCall declared a quorum.

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2. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

Chairman McCall thanked President Matonak and his entire team at Hudson Valley

Community College (HVCC) for being wonderful hosts and noted the great work this institution

has been doing through economic development and their technology programs. Chairman

McCall then asked President Matonak to say a few words.

President Matonak thanked Chairman McCall and stated it was a pleasure to have the

Board of Trustees visit the campus and detailed the many improvements done on campus in

addition to the development of new facilities.

Chairman McCall then summarized his activities since the last Board meeting which

included:

The Eagle Academy for Young Men. Chairman McCall was delighted to have

visited this public school in New York City on April 4. This institution trains and

prepares young men from minority communities for college.

Workforce Education Roundtable. Chairman McCall along with Johanna Duncan-

Poitier participated in this roundtable on April 16. This was hosted by Labor

Commissioner Peter Rivera and presided over by Lieutenant Governor Robert

Duffy. This event brought together SUNY, CUNY, State Ed, Dept of Labor and

Empire State Development to talk about examples of how these entities have

been able to meet the demand for skilled workers around the state. This is the

beginning of an ongoing dialog to bring together our organizations to promote

collaboration and job growth.

SUNY Chief Diversity Office/Affirmative Action Officers Workshop. On April 17

Chairman McCall offered welcoming remarks about strengthening our diversity in

campuses across the SUNY System. This event was hosted by Carlos Medina,

Associate Provost and Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and

Inclusion.

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Association Governing Board Conference on Trusteeship. From April 20th-23rd

Chairman McCall, Chancellor Zimpher and Mr. Howard attended this conference

which gave them the opportunity to network with other Board members from

public and private colleges across the country. At this conference Chancellor

Zimpher gave a wonderful presentation about SUNY and the Challenges in

Higher Education.

Cornell University Board of Trustees Meeting. The Chairman attended the

Cornell University Board of Trustees on March 27-28 and presented an overview

of the SUNY- Cornell relationship and how to better collaborate between our

institutions. The Cornell Board of Trustees Chairman Robert Harrison pointed

out that it was the first time in 17 years since the Chairman of the SUNY Board of

Trustees has addressed the Cornell Board of Trustees. He then presented a

slideshow of the significant relationship between Cornell and SUNY.

Chairman McCall was pleased to report that SUNY has made major progress toward the

MWBE goal of 20% which was established by Governor Cuomo. He also indicated that

currently the overall utilization was at 16.6% and the fourth quarter was 19.65%. During his

remarks Chairman McCall showed a presentation indicating such progress, and also

encouraged SUNY campuses to do even better. Chairman McCall thanked Brian Hutzley and

Pam Swanigan for their efforts.

Chairman McCall then invited Chancellor Zimpher to give her report.

3. CHANCELLOR’S REPORT

Chancellor Zimpher thanked President Matonak and the entire family at Hudson Valley

Community College (HVCC) for their hospitality during the Board meeting. She noted that

HVCC was one of the premier community colleges in the SUNY system with unique programs

such as the Workforce Development Institute, which coordinates customized training for many

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businesses and government agencies while creating industry partnerships that generate job

opportunities for all their graduates. Chancellor Zimpher continued her report by recommending

her presidential appointments. Her first recommendation was the appointment of Dr. Merodie

Anne Hancock as President of the State University of New York Empire State College. She

then summarized Dr. Hancock’s qualifications.

Chairman McCall invited Dr. Hancock to say a few words. Dr. Hancock began by

expressing her gratitude for the opportunity to lead this unique institution which has data as its

focus. Dr. Hancock noted that by speaking with the Empire State College faculty and staff it

was clear to her that they believe in their mission and she is thrilled to be able to uphold the

continued progress of that mission.

Chairman McCall then called on Mr. Howard to read the resolution.

Appointment of Dr. Merodie Anne Hancock as President of the State University of New York Empire State College

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Ms. Sanford, the following resolution was

approved by affirmative votes from all present.

Resolved that the appointment of Dr. Merodie Anne Hancock as President of the State University of New York Empire State College, at a salary of $225,000, effective on or about July 1, 2013, be, and hereby is, approved. (2013-020)

Chancellor Zimpher continued her report by recommending Dr. Debra Hollar Thatcher as

Acting President of the State University of New York College at Cobleskill. She then

summarized Dr. Thatcher’s qualifications.

Chairman McCall noted that the Board met with Dr. Thatcher for a formal interview

earlier. He then called on Mr. Howard to read the resolution.

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Appointment of Dr. Debra Hollar Thatcher as Acting President of the State University of New York College at Cobleskill

Upon motion of Mrs. Lewin, seconded by Mr. Spielvogel, the following resolution was


Resolved that the appointment of Dr. Debra Hollar Thatcher as Acting President of the State University of New York College at Cobleskill, at a salary of $170,000, effective June 1, 2013, be, and hereby is, approved. (2013-021)

Chairman McCall congratulated Dr. Thatcher and invited her to say a few words. Dr.

Thatcher thanked Chancellor Zimpher and Dr. Vancko, former President of SUNY Cobleskill, for

their endorsement as well as the State University of New York Board of Trustees for their

support. She also expressed her sincere appreciation for Dr. Vancko’s hard work and

dedication to SUNY Cobleskill, which leaves SUNY Cobleskill in such a strong position moving

forward.

Chancellor Zimpher continued her report by noting that President Dahl of SUNY

Geneseo announced his retirement after 18 years of leading the college with great success.

The Chancellor expressed gratitude for the outstanding progress and national prominence

achieved during his tenure. She noted that SUNY Geneseo will need a strong leader to take

them through this transition; she then recommended Dr. Long as Interim President of the State

University of New York College at Geneseo and summarized Dr. Long’s qualifications.

Chancellor Zimpher indicated that the entire campus community, including President Dahl, is

extremely supportive of this interim appointment and she is very confident that Dr. Long is the

right choice for the position.

Chairman McCall then called on Mr. Howard to read the resolution.

Appointment of Dr. Carol S. Long as Interim President of the State University of New York College at Geneseo

Upon motion of Mrs. Lewin, seconded by Ms. Sanford, the following resolution was


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Resolved that the appointment of Dr. Carol S. Long as Interim President of the State University of New York College at Geneseo, at a salary of $210,000, effective October 1, 2013, be, and hereby is, approved. This appointment will continue until the Board of Trustees, by resolution, appoints a successor. (2013-022) Chairman McCall then congratulated Dr. Long and invited her to say a few

words. Dr. Long thanked Chairman McCall, Chancellor Zimpher, and the SUNY Board

of Trustees for the exciting opportunity.

Chancellor Zimpher continued her report by recommending Dr. Joseph Hoffman as

Acting President of the State University of New York College at Canton. She indicated that in

the wake of the upcoming departure of Interim President Carli Schiffner to a new position as

vice president of instruction at Wenatchee Valley College in Wenatchee, WA, they had

appointed Dr. Jeremy Brown to the Acting President Position. Dr. Brown has since accepted

another position; therefore this recommendation came about. Chancellor Zimpher expressed

confidence in Dr. Hoffman’s capability to lead SUNY Canton; she then summarized his

qualifications.

Chairman McCall then asked Mr. Howard to read the resolution.

Appointment of Dr. Joseph C. Hoffman as Acting President of the State University of New York College at Canton

Upon motion of Mr. Rea, seconded by Mr. Spielvogel, the following resolution was


Resolved that the appointment of Dr. Joseph C. Hoffman as Acting President of the State University of New York College at Canton, at a salary of $170,000, effective June 1, 2013, be, and hereby is, approved. (2013-023)

Chairman McCall then invited Dr. Hoffman to make a statement. Dr. Hoffman thanked

Chairman McCall, Chancellor Zimpher, Mr. Rea, and Dr. Lavallee for the opportunity. He also

thanked his wife Mrs. Hoffman and President Schiffner and her team for their dedication and

help during the past few weeks.

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Chairman McCall congratulated Dr. Hoffman and took the opportunity to thank Dr.

Schiffner who was present in the audience for her leadership and dedication during her tenure

at SUNY Canton.

Chairman McCall then asked Chancellor Zimpher to continue with the remainder of her

report.

Chancellor Zimpher then announced her intention to frame a strategic investment fund

that will allow the State University of New York to do more for economic growth and

development. She also noted that during the SUNY Conference on Higher Education this past

November, they were privileged to hear from representatives of the National Center for Higher

Education Management Systems (NCHEMS) and expressed the benefits of being a member of

the NCHEMS as one can get advice from experts in higher education; therefore, she is bringing

them in to consult with the university system on shared services. Furthermore, she summarized

the strategic investment fund initiative which will help prepare graduates to seize the opportunity

presented as jobs are created. Chancellor Zimpher also indicated that the goal is to meet the

need of the State workforce; for that reason she is sending a proposal to the State which will

cover the following:

1- Set target and specific outcome on an annual basis that will serve the State and

grow its return for investing on us

2- Modeling on SUNY construction capital plan and rational tuition

3- Set forward a 5 year plan and create a more collaborative partnership region by

region

4- Create a pathway to reward SUNY campus presidents if in fact they prove their

ability to collaborate and move forward on workforce development

Chancellor Zimpher also indicated that they will bring this initiative back to the Board at

its early fall meeting in September as they will refine these arguments in the summer in order to

launch the Strategic Investment Fund in the fall. She expressed optimism and indicated she

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looks forward to working in partnership with the State as she believes this initiative will add

value and return investment to the State of New York.

Chairman thanked the Chancellor for this initiative and expressed support to her and her

team.

Chancellor Zimpher continued with her report by noting that it was student Trustee Kevin

Rea last official meeting with the Board of Trustees. She thanked Trustee Rea for his service

on behalf of the entire State University of New York and noted that he is the first Maritime

student to ever hold the position.

Chairman McCall also commended Trustee Rea for his dedication to the student body

and his extraordinary involvement as a member of the SUNY Board of Trustees. He then

presented a picture as a token of appreciation to Trustee Rea and asked Mr. Howard to present

the resolution honoring Mr. Rea’s exceptional service to the State University of New York and its

students.

Special Service Commendation of Trustee and President of the Student Assembly, Kevin Rea

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Ms. Sanford, the following resolution

was approved by affirmative votes from all present.

Whereas Kevin Rea has served as Trustee and President of the Student Assembly since June 1, 2012; and Whereas under Trustee Rea’s leadership, the Student Assembly has continued its proud tradition of innovative and courageous thinking; and Whereas Trustee Rea has brought a heightened sense of purpose, focus, and professionalism to the Student Assembly; and Whereas Trustee Rea has been a forthright, outspoken, and true representative of the students of the State University, particularly on issues such as shared governance, global awareness, and diversity; and Whereas Trustee Rea has worked to protect the interests of SUNY as a whole and has earned not only our admiration and respect but that of his peers, and; Whereas we look forward to continued collaboration with Trustee Rea and therefore, be it

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Resolved the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York recognizes the valuable contributions to the State University by Trustee Rea and wishes him the best in his future endeavors. (2013-024)

Chairman McCall and Chancellor Zimpher congratulated Trustee Rea and presented the

State University chair to him. He was then invited to say a few words. Trustee Rea thanked his

mother and grandparents who were present, Dr. Hoffman, the State University Board of

Trustees and those who were his mentors.

4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Approval of Minutes of the Board’s Meetings Held on February 7 and 8, 2013, and March 18

and 19, 2013

Upon motion of Mr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Mr. Spielvogel, the proposed minutes were

approved by affirmative votes from all present as the official minutes of the meetings held.

5. COMMITTEE PRESENTATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS

Academic Affairs

Trustee Ehrenberg on behalf of Trustee Warren-Merrick reported that the Academic

Affairs Committee met on May 7th at 8:00 a.m. with all members participating. He then

presented a number of resolutions to be voted on by the Board. The first one was the

resolution on Data Transparency and Reporting which was presented by Provost Lavallee;

secondly, the Degree Authorization for the State University College at Potsdam which was

presented by Vice Provost Bringsjord; and a set of resolutions discussed during their committee

executive session which was presented by Provost Lavallee: the Awarding of Honorary Degree,

Appointment of Distinguished Professor, Appointment of Service Professor, Appointment of

Distinguished Teaching Professor. Chairman McCall then called on Mr. Howard to read the

resolutions. Trustee Ehrenberg then asked provost Lavallee to read the names of the

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distinguished appointments. Dr. Lavallee gave a detailed summary of each individual

background receiving the appointments. Trustee Ehrenberg then reported that the committee

heard from Provost Lavallee on the charge on completion and success, as well as from

Associate Provost Medina on diversity update, and from Vice Chancellor Leventhal and

members of his staff, and Trustee Spielvogel on global affairs update.

Data Transparency and Reporting

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Dr. Lichtman, the following resolution was


Whereas the nature of highly effective organizations demands timely, accurate, and meaningful data to support informed decision making and appropriate action; and Whereas the continuous improvement of SUNY-wide student, faculty, and research services depends on the availability of critical data from all SUNY campuses; and Whereas Board Resolution 2010-039, Streamlining of the State University Board of Trustees Policy on SUNY Assessment, calls for academic rigor and meeting or exceeding external standards for assessment required by federal and state law; and Whereas SUNY Memorandum to Presidents 2010-02, Policy and Guidance: Assessment, calls on each campus to develop and implement a plan for regular assessment of institutional effectiveness, defined as achievement of its mission and goals within the context of the State University of New York’s mission and goals, to gauge its own progress in academic and other areas, and to meet or exceed the standards of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE); and Whereas the Power of SUNY sets out system-level strategic goals consistent with the statutory mission of the State University of New York (per NYS Education Law, Article 8, Section 351), and SUNY’s Master Plan for 2012 and Beyond, Delivering on our Promise, affirms SUNY’s longstanding commitment to transparency and accountability, with specific metrics, targets, and reporting cycles; and Whereas the Chancellor has conferred with SUNY’s leadership, including campus presidents and chief academic officers, as well as faculty and student governance, in the development of a SUNY report card, and has requested campus-level targets in consideration of overall system-level goals; and

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Whereas MSCHE requires colleges and universities to make relevant information on institution-wide assessments available to prospective students, including such data as graduation and retention rates, certification and licensing pass rates, and other outcomes as appropriate to the programs offered, and that the information be provided in a manner that ensures student and public access, such as print, electronic, or video presentation; and Whereas the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), through a series of interrelated surveys conducted by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics, gathers information from every postsecondary institution that participates in federal student financial aid programs, with codified standards, including definitions and methodologies, that promote data consistency and comparability; and Whereas data about State University of New York campuses and the SUNY system are available from several federal websites but are not aggregated in a single accessible location; and Whereas the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) have co-sponsored the Voluntary System of Accountability, and the American Association of Community Colleges has developed the Voluntary Framework of Accountability, both emblematic of higher education’s commitment to accountability; and Whereas Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently issued Executive Order No. 95, Using Technology to Promote Transparency, Improve Government Performance and Enhance Citizen Engagement, requiring covered state entities to make certain data available to the public in the interests of transparency and efficiency and SUNY has agreed to provide certain data for public dissemination on the New York State Open Data Website; and Whereas there is the potential for misuse of data if proper safeguards are not instituted to assure the integrity of information and the protection and confidentiality of individuals; and Whereas New York State law and SUNY policies and standards protect sensitive information; and Whereas the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. §1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) protects the privacy of student education records while permitting institutions to share these records with appropriate bodies or organizations for audit, evaluation and other specified purposes; and Whereas SUNY is committed to the protection and safeguarding of the privacy of individual student records, consistent with all legal requirements; and Whereas the Association for Institutional Research (AIR) and the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) have developed standards for data reporting to ensure data integrity and protection of individuals; and

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Whereas SUNY has an established network of institutional researchers through the Association of Institutional Research and Planning Officers (AIRPO) and other organizational supports for professional development around best practices in institutional research and assessment, including the SUNY Council on Assessment (SCoA) and the Assessment Network of New York (ANNY); now, therefore, be it Resolved that, consistent with current policy, each State University of New York campus, including the state-operated campuses, community colleges and statutory colleges, shall enhance quality by developing and implementing plans for the regular assessment and review of institutional effectiveness, academic programs and general education, such that the campus meets or exceeds the assessment standards set by section 52.1(b)(3) of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education (8 NYCRR §52.1[b][3]), the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and, as appropriate, programmatic accreditation bodies; and, be it further Resolved that the Provost of the State University of New York shall continue to review the findings of regional and programmatic accreditation bodies related to assessment on State University of New York campuses, and shall assist campuses when needed; and, be it further Resolved that the Chancellor and Provost will work with SUNY leadership and governance to develop a plan for data reporting to address the following:

Specifications for data reports, for both campuses and system;

Dissemination and communication of data, i.e., how best to make it available;

Appropriate use of data, including its application to budget allocation and presidential review;

Enhancement of the centralized SUNY data repository for the collection, analysis and dissemination of SUNY-wide data, and for participation in the New York State Open Data Initiative;

SUNY’s level of participation in national surveys, benchmarking and assessment efforts, such as the National Survey of Student Engagement, the National Community College Benchmark Project, the Voluntary System of Accountability, the Voluntary Framework of Accountability, and others; and

Safeguarding of datasets, to maximize, among other confidentiality concerns, the privacy of individual student records consistent with federal and state law, to ensure appropriate use for policy development and institutional improvement; and, be it further

Resolved that the Provost of the State University shall work with leadership, faculty and others on SUNY campuses to implement this resolution, including the formation of a Data and Information Governance body, in consultation with faculty and student governance, and shall report periodically to the Board of Trustees any additional steps that may need to be taken to ensure the smooth

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implementation of this resolution in a fashion that enhances quality at the State University.

(2013-025)

Degree Authorization for the State University College at Potsdam

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Dr. Lichtman, the following resolution was


Resolved that the Chancellor be, and hereby is, directed to seek the authorization of the Board of Regents for the State University College at Potsdam to confer the degree of Master of Science (M.S.).

(2013-026)

Following the report by Provost Lavallee regarding the appointments of the

Distinguished Professor, Dr. Ehrenberg requested the following resolutions be voted on as

a group.

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Ms. Sanford, the following resolutions

were approved by affirmative votes from all present.

Appointment of Distinguished Professor

Whereas the State University of New York Board of Trustees has proudly established a historic tradition of acknowledging and honoring extraordinary faculty achievement through appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank; and Whereas the appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank at the state-operated campuses is both a system-wide distinction and a promotion in rank; and Whereas the SUNY Board of Trustees has the authority to bestow system-wide distinctions; now, therefore, be it, Resolved that each faculty member listed below be, and hereby is, appointed to the rank of Distinguished Professor at the State University of New York campus indicated, effective May 7, 2013: Professor Paul R. Knight III, University at Buffalo Professor Daniel J. Kosman, University at Buffalo

Professor Paul Gootenberg, Stony Brook University

Professor James M. Lattimer, Stony Brook University

(2013-027)

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Appointment of Distinguished Service Professor

Whereas the State University of New York Board of Trustees has proudly established a historic tradition of acknowledging and honoring extraordinary faculty achievement through appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank; and Whereas the appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank at the state-operated campuses is both a system-wide distinction and a promotion in rank; and Whereas the SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor Zimpher and the State University’s executive leadership wish to extend SUNY’s highest tribute to the Community Colleges in recognition of the extraordinary contributions and achievements of faculty in this sector; and Whereas the SUNY Board of Trustees has the authority to bestow system-wide distinctions; now, therefore be it Resolved that each faculty member listed below be, and hereby is, promoted to the rank of Distinguished Service Professor at the state-operated campus indicated, effective May 7, 2013: Professor W. Bruce Leslie, SUNY Brockport

Professor Lynn Mather, University at Buffalo

Professor Peter M. McGinnis, SUNY Cortland

Professor Audree A. Bendo, Downstate Medical Center

Professor Richard C. Smardon, SUNY-ESF

Professor Kenneth B. Andrews, SUNY Potsdam

and, be it further, Resolved that each faculty member listed below, hereby is, appointed as Distinguished Service Professor as an honorific distinction at the campus indicated, effective May 7, 2013: Professor Lori Maida, Westchester Community College

(2013-028)

Appointment of Distinguished Teaching Professor

Whereas the State University of New York Board of Trustees has proudly established a historic tradition of acknowledging and honoring extraordinary faculty achievement through appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank; and Whereas the appointment to Distinguished Faculty Rank at the state-operated campuses is both a system-wide distinction and a promotion in rank; and Whereas the SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor Zimpher and the State University’s executive leadership wish to extend SUNY’s highest tribute to the

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Community Colleges in recognition of the extraordinary contributions and achievements of faculty in this sector; and Whereas the SUNY Board of Trustees has the authority to bestow system-wide distinctions; now, therefore, be it, Resolved that each faculty member listed below be, and hereby is, promoted to the rank of Distinguished Teaching Professor at the state-operated campus indicated, effective May 7, 2013: Professor David McDowall, University at Albany

Professor Robert S. Darling, SUNY Cortland

Professor Binita R. Shah, SUNY Downstate Medical Center

Professor Wendy K. Pogozelski, SUNY Geneseo

Professor Mary K. Roden-Tice, SUNY Plattsburgh

(2013-029)

Awarding of Honorary Degrees

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Ms. Lewin, the following resolution was


Resolved that the candidates for Honorary Degrees set forth in a listing which has been filed with the Secretary of the University under date of April 18, 2013 be, and hereby are, approved for conferral of such degrees, in accordance with the Guidelines for the Awarding of Honorary Degrees, as last amended July, 2010. (2013-030)

Community Colleges

Trustee Good summarized the committee discussion and indicated that the committee

met on May 6th and all members were present. At the committee meeting Senior Vice

Chancellor Johanna Duncan-Poitier updated the members of the committee on the federal grant

of $14.6M, which was awarded to SUNY’s community colleges consortium and Empire State to

train displaced workers and veterans in high needs fields. As a result of this grant, they have

developed 150 business partnerships to create over 3,000 jobs for the students. She also

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indicated that on May 13th SUNY will launch a system wide conversation on this initiative at the

Global Center in New York City. They are expecting Lieutenant Governor Robert Duffy and

Senator to attend this event; Trustee Good extended the invitation to all the trustees. There was

also an update on the progress of the Graduation, Achievement and Placement (GAP) Program

and the Job Linkage Incentive Funding Program. The committee also thanked Trustee Rea for

his many contributions to the committee and wished him all the best in his future endeavors.

There was no resolution to bring forward.

Education, College Readiness and Success

Trustee O’Brien noted that the committee met on Monday, May 6th. He thanked Senior

Vice Chancellor Johanna Duncan-Poitier for helping put together the extraordinary team of

Deans and Directors of Education from across the State who have collaborated on the design of

a first of its kind SUNY system/campus partnership to advance the future of teacher and school

leader education in New York State. Trustee O’Brien also noted that this spring regional

network teams met together for expert presentations and critical conversations around four key

topic areas: common core standards, clinically rich teacher education, teacher and leader

assessments and data driven instruction. The committee also discussed the next steps for the

remainder of 2013 which include an online resource center and campus-based and regional

clinically rich practice and research projects. The committee also made a commitment to help

raise awareness around the important work of the new SUNY Teacher and Leader Education

Network (S-TEN) and of SUNY's collective effort as a leader of excellence and innovation in

teacher and leader education. Before concluding his report, Trustee O’Brien noted that on

Friday, May 3rd, the University Faculty Senate elected Dr. Peter Knuepfer, Director of

Environmental Sciences at Binghamton University, as the new president of the University

Faculty Senate. He will be officially introducing Dr. Knuepfer at the next Board meeting.

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Finance and Administration

Trustee Staller indicated that the committee met on May 7th and they received an update

from Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer Brian Hutzley. Mr. Hutzley discussed the

preliminary community college and tuition schedules budget, community college chargeback

issues, tuition and fees of state operated campuses, the annual report and the Board of

Trustees annual budget. Trustee Staller then provided brief background information on each of

the resolutions presented to the Board for voting. Chairman McCall then called on Mr. Howard

to read the resolutions.

Amendment to Tuition Schedule

Upon motion of Mr. Staller, seconded by Dr. Ehrenberg, the following resolution was

approved by affirmative votes from all present, except for an opposition by Mr. Belluck and an

abstention by Mr. Rea.

Whereas the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program Act (“the Act”), Chapter 260, Laws of 2011, authorizes the Board of Trustees to increase resident undergraduate tuition by an amount not to exceed $300 each year for a five year period; and

Whereas the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program Act authorizes the Board of Trustees to increase non-resident undergraduate tuition for students enrolled at each of the University centers by up to 10% subject to the approval by the Governor and the Chancellor of a long-term economic and academic plan submitted by each University Center; and

Whereas in accordance with the Act, long term economic and academic plans for the University at Albany, the University at Binghamton, Stony Brook University, and the University at Buffalo have been approved; and

Whereas analysis of the tuition schedule, appropriate comparisons to similarly situated institutions, and review of market conditions demonstrates that the resident undergraduate tuition rate should be increased by $300 for the 2013-2014 academic year, amounting to a 5.4% increase, and non-resident undergraduate tuition should be increased by 10% for students enrolled at one of the four University Research Centers and by 3.4% for students enrolled at the other research/doctoral Institutions, the University Colleges, and the Colleges of Technology. The resident graduate tuition should be increased by 5.4%, the non-resident graduate tuition rate should be increased 10%, and undergraduate non-resident associates degree tuition should be increased by 3.1% at the Colleges of

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Technology at Canton and Delhi and increased by 3.4% at the Colleges of Technology at Cobleskill and Farmingdale; and Whereas tuition rates for certain graduate and professional degree programs are in the third year of a five-year plan calling for increases in all categories; and Whereas the tuition rates brought forth for approval form the basis of the campus revenue projections included in the 2013-14 Financial Plan, which will be presented to this Board at a later date for approval; and Whereas adoption on an immediate basis of these tuition increases effective for the fall 2013 semester is necessary in order for the State University to maintain program quality and access and to give appropriate notice of the increases to students, their families and financial aid providers while allowing time to obtain necessary revenue in a timely manner; now, therefore, be it Resolved that the Chancellor, or designee, be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to prepare, in accordance with the provisions of the State Administrative Procedure Act, a Notice of Emergency Adoption and Proposed Rulemaking with respect to amendments to section 302.1(b) of Title 8 of the Official Compilation of Codes, Rules and Regulations of the State of New York, to read as follows (brackets denote old material to be deleted; underlining denotes new material to be added):

Section 302.1. Tuition and fees at State-operated units of State University.

* * * * *

(b) Tuition charges as listed in the following table for categories of students, terms and programs, and as modified, amplified or explained in footnotes 1 through [6]7 are effective with the [2012] 2013 fall term and thereafter.

Charge per Semester

Charge per Semester credit hour1

Special Students

New York State residents

Out-of-State residents

New York State residents

Out-of-State residents

(1) Students enrolled in degree-granting undergraduate programs leading to an associate degree and non-degree granting programs of at least one regular academic term in duration which

[$2,785] $2,935 [$7,410] $7,660

$4,8702

$5,0203

[$232] $245

[$232] $2454

[$618] $638

$4062

$4183

[$2323] $2454

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have been approved as eligible for Tuition Assistance Program Awards

(2) Students enrolled in degree-granting undergraduate programs leading to a baccalaureate degree and non-degree granting programs of at least one regular academic term in duration which have been approved as eligible for Tuition Assistance Program Awards

[$2,785] $2,935 [$7,410] $7,660

[$8,0954] $8,9055

[$7,3605] $8,0956

[$4,1806] $4,4057

[$232] $245 [$618] $638

[$6754] $7425

[$6135] $6756

[$3496] $3677

(3) Students enrolled in graduate programs (other than Masters of Business Administration, Architecture, Social Work or Physician[’s] Assistant) leading to a Master’s, Doctor’s or equivalent degree

[$4,685] $4,935 [$8,340] $9,175

[$7,0356] $7,4057

[$390] $411 [$695] $765

[$5866] $6177

(4) Students enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Masters of Business Administration (MBA)

[$5,565] $6,065 [$9,160] $10,075 [$464] $505 [$763] $840

(5) Students enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Masters of Architecture

[$5,020] $5,470 [$8,340] $9,175 [$418] $456 [$695] $765

(6) Students enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Masters of Social Work

[$5,000] $5,450 [$8,340] $9,175 [$417] $454 [$695] $765

(7) Students enrolled in the professional program of pharmacy

[$10,765] $11,305

[$20,875] $21,920

[$897] $942 [$1,740] $1,827

(8) Students enrolled in the professional program of law

[$10,365] $10,985

[$17,610] $19,020

[$864] $915 [$1,468] $1,585

(9) Students enrolled in the professional

[$14,765] $16,095

[$27,325] $28,690

[$1,230] $1,341

[$2,277] $2,391

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1 The Chancellor shall determine the equivalent of a credit hour.

2 In accordance with Chapter 309 of the Laws of 1996, and enabling action by the Board of Trustees, the Colleges of Technology at Alfred, Canton, Cobleskill, Delhi and Morrisville are authorized to charge a [this] lower rate for non-resident students enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to an associate degree or in non-degree granting programs. This reduced rate does not apply to those students in degree-granting programs leading to a baccalaureate degree. Alfred and Morrisville are authorized to charge the rate noted effective with the fall 2013 semester.

3 In accordance with Chapter 309 of the Laws of 1996, and enabling action by the Board of Trustees, the Colleges of Technology at Alfred, Canton, Cobleskill, Delhi and Morrisville are authorized to charge a [this] lower rate for non-resident students enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to an associate degree or in non-degree granting programs [special students (part-time) enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to an associate degree or in non-degree granting programs, and taking classes at off-campus locations or during the summer or winter intercessions]. This reduced rate does not apply to those students enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to a baccalaureate degree. Canton and Delhi are authorized to charge the rate noted effective with the fall 2013 term.

4 In accordance with Chapter 309 of the Laws of 1996, and enabling action by the Board of Trustees, the Colleges of Technology at Alfred, Canton, Cobleskill, Delhi and Morrisville

program of medicine

(10) Students enrolled in the professional program of dentistry

[$12,725] $13,870

[$28,615] $31,475

[$1,060] $1,156

[$2,385] $2,623

(11) Students enrolled in the professional program of physical therapy and doctor of nursing practice

[$8,970] $9,775 [$16,110] $17,720

[$748] $815 [$1,343] $1,477

(12) Students enrolled in the professional program of optometry

[$9,950] $10,945 [$19,105] $20,440

[$829] $912 [$1,592] $1,703

(13) Students enrolled in the professional program of physician assistant

[$4,970] $5,415 [$9,905] $10,005 [$414] $451 [$758] $834

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are authorized to charge this lower rate for special students (part-time) enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to an associate degree or in non-degree granting programs, and taking classes at off-campus locations or during the summer or winter intercessions. This reduced rate does not apply to those students enrolled in degree-granting programs leading to a baccalaureate degree. [In accordance with the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program Act, the University Centers at Buffalo and Stony Brook are authorized to charge this rate for non-resident undergraduate students.]

5 In accordance with the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program Act, the University Centers at Buffalo and Stony Brook are authorized to charge this rate for non-resident undergraduate students. [the University Center at Binghamton is authorized to charge this rate for non-resident undergraduate students. The University Center at Albany is authorized to charge this rate for non-resident undergraduate students, pending approval of its submitted plan.] 6 In accordance with the NY-SUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program Act, the University Center at Binghamton and the University Center at Albany are authorized to charge this rate for non-resident undergraduate students. [As authorized by the Board of Trustees (2010-081), Maritime College is authorized to charge up to this rate for non-resident students from states considered to be in-region (Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington D.C.).]

7 As authorized by the Board of Trustees (2010-081), Maritime College is authorized to charge up to this rate for non-resident students from states considered to be in-region (Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington D.C.).

(2013-031)

Amendment to Community College Operating Budget 2011-12 Jefferson Community College

Upon motion of Mr. Staller, seconded by Dr. Dullea, the following resolution was


Resolved that Resolution 2011-095 of this Board, dated September 20, 2011, be, and hereby is, amended to increase the total operating budget for Jefferson Community College for the period September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2012, in

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the amount of $299,326 from $23,686,192 to $23,985,518, with an increase in the State financial assistance in the amount of $310,024 from $5,653,263 to $5,963,287, subject to the limitations on operating costs for purposes of State financial assistance as contained in the "Code of Standards and Procedures for the Administration and Operation of Community Colleges" (8 NYCRR §602.8), and subject to the availability of funds appropriated by the Legislature.

(2013-032)

Amendments to Part 600 of 8 NYCRR (State Operating Assistance for Community Colleges)

Upon motion of Mr. Staller, seconded by Ms. Sanford, the following resolution was


Whereas the adoption on an emergency basis, and the publication of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, pursuant to the State Administrative Procedure Act, of amendments to Part 600 of 8 NYCRR, the Code of Standards and Procedures for the Administration and Operation of Community Colleges, is necessary to provide State operating assistance to the community colleges of the State University of New York and the City University of New York for the 2013-2014 college fiscal year; and Whereas Chapter 53 of the Laws of 2013, provides that the formula for State financial assistance for operating expenses of the community colleges of the State University of New York and the City College of New York is to be developed jointly with the Trustees of the City University of New York, subject to the approval of the Director of the Budget; now, therefore, be it

Resolved that the Chancellor, or designee, be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to prepare, in accordance with provisions of the State Administrative Procedure Act, a proposed regulation, to amend subdivision (c) of section 602.8 of said Title 8, to read as follows, subject to the approval of the Director of the Budget (brackets denote old material to be deleted; underlining denote new material to be added): (c) Basic State financial assistance. (1) Full opportunity colleges. The basic State financial assistance for community colleges, implementing approved full opportunity programs, shall be the lowest of the following: (i) two-fifths (40%) of the net operating budget of the college, or campus of a multiple campus college, as approved by the State University trustees; (ii) two-fifths (40%) of the net operating costs of the college, or campus of a multiple campus college; or

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(iii) for the current college fiscal year the total of the following: (a) the budgeted or actual number (whichever is less) of full-time equivalent students enrolled in programs eligible for State financial assistance multiplied by [$2,272] $2,422; and (b) up to one-half (50%) of rental costs for physical space. (2) Non-full opportunity colleges. The basic State financial assistance for community colleges not implementing approved full opportunity programs shall be the lowest of the following: (i) one-third (33%) of the net operating budget of the college, or campus of a multiple campus college, as approved by the State University trustees; (ii) one-third (33%) of the net operating costs of the college, or campus of a multiple campus college; or (iii) for the college fiscal year current, the total of the following: (a) the budgeted or actual number (whichever is less) of full-time equivalent students enrolled in programs eligible for State financial assistance multiplied by [$1,894] $2,019; and (b) up to one-half (50%) of rental cost for physical space. (3) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subdivision, a community college or a new campus of a multiple campus community college in the process of formation shall be eligible for basic State financial assistance in the amount of one-third of the net operating budget or one-third of the net operating costs, whichever is the lesser, for those colleges not implementing an approved full opportunity program plan, or two-fifths of the net operating budget or two-fifths of the net operating costs, whichever is the lesser, for those colleges implementing an approved full opportunity program, during the organization year and the first two fiscal years in which students are enrolled.

(2013-033)

Research and Economic Development

Trustee Sanford reported that the Research and Economic Development Committee met

the morning of May 7th with all members participating. Dr. Tim Killeen introduced the Vice

President for Research as well as some of the university centers and academic institutions

around the SUNY campuses. Trustee Sanford also reported that the committee received an

update from the university centers including the University at Albany, Stony Brook University,

SUNY Downstate, Upstate University, University of Buffalo, and the College of Nanoscale

Science and Engineering. There were three major themes addressed, one was about

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collaboration, the linkage with the research centers to the educational programs at the

universities, and thirdly the importance of communicating these innovations.

6. CONVENING OF EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 1:45 p.m., Chairman McCall called for an Executive Session under provisions of

Section 105 of Article 7 of the Public Officers Law, as follows:

(1) (d) "discussions regarding proposed, pending or current litigation"; (1) (f) "the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation."

In addition, during this time the Board may discuss the appointment or employment of

particular persons and may seek and receive legal advice from the University’s General

Counsel, which attorney-client communications are exempt from the Open Meetings Law

pursuant to Section 108 of Article 7 of the Public Officers Law.

Upon motion of Dr. Ehrenberg, seconded by Dr. Lichtman, it was unanimously agreed to

convene an Executive Session for the purposes specified by Chairman McCall. Chairman

McCall recessed the Executive Session at 2:05 p.m. No actions were taken during Executive

Session.

7. ADJOURNMENT

Upon motion of Mr. Spielvogel, seconded by Dr. Staller, there being no further business,

the meeting was concluded at 2:05 p.m.

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