Minutes
University Council Meeting
October 21, 1991


Dr. McComas called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.


Present:J. McComas, C. Forbes, E.F. Carlisle, L. Geyer, T.
Goodale, C. Steger, P. Gherman, L. Harris, G. Hooper, G.
Jubb (for J. Nichols), H. Doswald, R. Sorensen, S.J.
Ritchey, E. Blythe, J. Buffer, J. Osborne (for W.G.
Clough), B. Meldrum (for P. Eyre), D. Hewitt, L. Rees, N.
Dodl, D. Smith, F. Thye, G. Holtzman, J. Ficenec, B.
Crittenden, N. Marriott, J. Hillison (for S. Batie), A.
Snoke, L. Barroso, C. Luch, C. Vargo, M. Byrne, M.
Cacheris, B. Rexroad, P. Larkin


Guests: Bill Burleson, Spectrum; Cornel N. Morton, EO/AA


Absent: M. Ridenour, R. Smoot, P. Miller, J. Robertson, R. Heller,
G. Bunce, K. Mottley



1. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

A motion was made and seconded to approve the agenda as distributed. The
motion PASSED.

2. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 7, 1991

The University Council minutes of the meeting of October 7, 1991 were
approved with corrections to (1) paragraph 3 of Section 4, and (2) Section
6C.

3. FIRST READING, COMMISSION ON RESEARCH RESOLUTION 1991-92A, CONCERNING
THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH CENTERS.

Dr. Hooper briefly reviewed the history of interdisciplinary research
centers at Virginia Tech, noting that they have "been under policy for
quite a long time." The proposed resolution, he explained, was developed
to (1) reflect previous policy guidelines, and (2) recognize more recent
SCHEV requirements for the systematic review of interdisciplinary centers.
Dr. Hooper added that he would be clarifying the role of deans and depart-
ment heads in an amended version of the resolution, to be distributed to
Council prior to second reading.

The resolution was carried forward for second reading.

4. SECOND READING, COMMISSION ON FACULTY AFFAIRS RESOLUTION, 1991-92A,
PROPOSED REVISION OF THE FACULTY GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES. FIRST READING,
OCTOBER 7, 1991.

Dr. Geyer requested that the resolution be referred to the Commission on
Faculty Affairs so that Dr. Crittenden's proposed amendments to the
document could be considered.

The resolution was referred.
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5. IN SUCCESSIVE MOTIONS, COUNCIL APPROVED THE MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING
MEETINGS.

a. Commission on Graduate Studies, April 17 and September 20, 1991.
Dr. Hooper noted a typographical error in Item 3 of the April 17
minutes that should read "April 3rd" instead of April 17.

Dr. Hooper highlighted Item 6 of the September 20 minutes, the revision
of the Graduate Honor System Constitution. He noted that the constitu-
tion would be presented for Council's approval at an upcoming meeting.

b. Commission on Research, September 25, 1991.

Dr. Hooper noted that the Commission on Research will be examining a
graduate research tuition package used at UVa for possible use at
Virginia Tech.


6. FOR INFORMATION

a. Minutes of the University Library Committee, May 1, 1991.

7. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dr. McComas distributed a budget summary that will be used to present the
university's priorities and needs to the General Assembly. As background,
he also described the three methods through which the university solicits
financial support: 1) via the Governor's budget request; 2) through the
annual SCHEV budget; and 3) through legislative amendments proffered by
state representatives and senators. Dr. McComas then highlighted several
strategies that will be followed to seek the support of the parents of the
12,000 in-state students, as well as alumni.

In response to a question from Dr. Marriott, Dr. McComas reviewed the
capital needs summary, noting the integrated space plan and plans for a new
bookstore and adjacent parking garage.

Dr. Hillison, President of the Faculty Senate, distributed copies of the
"Procedures of the Faculty Review Committee," which was recently revised
and approved by the Faculty Senate.

Melissa Byrne announced that Secretary of Education, James Dyke, met
recently with an all-student audience to discuss 1) the state of higher
education in Virginia, 2) sexual assault on college campuses, and 3)
substance abuse.

8. QUESTION/ANSWER FORUM

Dr. Geyer inquired when a summary statement concerning the fee structure
used by the Education Foundation would be distributed. Dr. McComas
reported that recent discussions with the Development Foundation have
resulted in some changes, but that Mr. Ridenour or Dr. Smoot would need to
report on these. He added that it would be added as an informational item
at the next meeting.

The meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m.


Respectfully submitted,




Larry A. Harris
Executive Assistant
to the President

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