Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY

MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES June 11, 2020

The Council of Trustees met on Thursday, June 11 , 2020 at 3 :00 p.m. virtually by Zoom Videoconference.

PRESENT: Mr. Phillips Armstrong .. .. . . . .. .......... . ......... .. ............ . ... . ..... . . . . ... Lehigh County Ms. Marshae Batchelor, Student ...... ... ..... . .... . .. . . ... . .. ... .. . ....... . .. ...... Kutztown Dr. Charles Blocksidge ........ .. .... ... . .. . . ... . .. .... ..... .... ..... .. .. ........ .. McKees Rocks Mr. Dennis Giorno .. .... ........ ... ..... ..... .......... ... .. ..... .. .... .. ..... ........ Harrisburg Mr. Robert Grim, Esq., Secretary ..... ... .... ... .... .. ... ..... ...... ....... .... . .... Kutztown Mr. Thomas Heck, Chairperson ... . . .. ....... . . ... . . . . .... . .... . ... . ... . .. . ........ Wyomissing Mr. James Ludlow, Vice Chair ...... ..... . . ... ...... ............. . . ....... . ...... . Fogelsville Ms. Dianne Lutz .. ...... . .. . . ... ... .... ... ... . .. .. . .. ............ ..... . . . .... . ....... Wernersvi lle Mr. John Wabby .... . .. .. . . . . . .. . .... . . . . . . ..... . . . .. ...... . ..... ..... . . .... . . . ...... .. Pottsville

ABSENT: Mr. Guido Pichini . . . . .. .. . . .... . . . . ..... .. .. .. . . . ....... . .. . .. . ... .... .. . .. .. .. ... .. .. Wyomissing Hills

ALSO PRESENT: Dr. David Beougher, Dean, College of Liberal A1ts & Sciences Dr. Paige Brookins, Assistant Dean, College of Business Mr. Terry Brown, Asst VP Facilities Maint & Construction Dr. Anne Carroll, Dean, College of Business Ms. Natalie Cartwright, Director of Institutional Research Mr. Augustina D' Ancona, Student Government Board President Mr. John Dillon, Chief of Police Mr. Matt Delaney, Chief Financial Officer Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson, University President Dr. Warren Hilton, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs Dr. Michelle Kiec, Dean, College of Visual and Preforming Arts Dr. Donavan Mcc argo, Dean of Students Mr. Alex Ogeka, Executive Director, KU Foundation and Alumni Relations Dr. Kimberly O'Neill, Assistant Dean, College of Business Mr. Uttarn Paudel, Kutztown University Student Mr. Jesus Pena, Esq., Vice President Equity, Compliance and Legal Affairs Ms. Sharon Picus, Interim Vice President, Administration and Finance Dr. Karen Rauch, Assoc Provost Accreditation & Assessment Ms. Arny Ridenour, Special Events Coordinator Mr. Bryan Salvadore, Director of Communications Mr. Matt Santos, Vice President, University Relations & Athletics Dr. Jennifer Schlegel, Associate Professor, Anthropology/Sociology Mr. Tyler Schwab, Technology Manager Ms. Ann St. Ledger, Pennsy lvania's State System of Higher Education, Legal Counsel Mr. Ken Steward, Assoc Vice President Acad Fin Mgmt Dr. John Ward, Dean, College of Education Dr. Carole Wells, Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies Dr. Anne Zayaitz, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

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Call to Order At 3 :09 p.m. Chairman Heck called the meeting to order.

Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those in attendance.

Roll Call of Coundl Members Attendance was taken at the direction of Chairman Heck which established that a quorum of the Councii was present. Guests in attendance were invited to introduce themselves.

4. Remarks by the Council Chairperson Chairman Heck welcomed everyone to the final public meeting of the 2019-20 fi scal year for the Kutztown University Council of Trustees. As we hold our second straight "virtual meeting" we continue to remain hopeful for a return to in-person activity in the fall, as the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the State System and the university ' s Emergency Management Committee work hard to put safety protocols in place for the "new normal." We are also hopeful that our home county of Berks continues move toward the Green phase, after moving to the Yellow phase last Friday.

He shared that the recent social injustices have been on the mind of the Council, much as they have the entire university community. On behalf of the trustees, he endorsed support of the university in reject ing social injustice. He also wanted our students of color to know that the Coc.nci! of Trustees stand behind them, and that we DO feel that black lives matter. We are committed to supporting President Hawkinson and the university community in identifying and implementing the changes to make Kutztown University a welcoming place for all.

5. Remarks by Student Government Board President Mr. Augustino D' Ancona provided an overview of the key responsibilities, initiatives, and goals for the academic year.

6. Remarks by Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson, University President President Hawkinson began his comments by reflecting on the topic of social injustice, which has been on the minds of our campus community and our nation. He shared that he was honored to join other university leaders and members of the KU Family for the Peace, Love, Kutztown March. We heard meaningful and inspirational speeches from many, including three representatives from KU. It was a very moving event.

Dr. Hawkinson agai n reiterated, Kutztown University rejects all forms of racism, sexism, bigotry, brutality and discrimination. Kutztown University also stands behind its students of color. And yes, Kutztown University believes BLACK LIVES MATTER.

He shared that we need to focus on actions, and brought our Bias Response Task Force together this week to continue its work. He stated his commitment to put new actions in place and see them through, and look forward to working with the university community in making change a reality.

President Hawkinson reported that more than 2,550 students have been named to the Spring 2020 Dean's List at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the Dean's List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60. This year's spring dean's list featured an increase of 800 students over spring 20 19.

Dr. Hawkinson shared that Kutztown University's College of Business celebrated continued excellence with renewed accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). It is the first five-year renewal for the college since securing its initial acc~editation in 2015 .

He also shared Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (A VIXA) has announced the 2020 finalists of its international AV Experience Awards. Kutztown University ranked as a finalist in the Best Flexible Space category for its Social Media Analytics Strategic Hub (SMASH) and Public Relations Agency, referred to as "The Agency" classrooms. The winners will be announced this month.

Pres ident Hawkinson reported DownBeat Magazine, one of the premier and longest-runningjazz and commercial music magazines in the U.S ., has honored Kutztown University for the third year in 2. row, placing KU in the Undergraduate College Outstanding Performance category of its annual Student Music Awards. In good company, KU's Rock Ensemble I shares the honor with ensembles from University of Miami and Vanderbilt Un iversity. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Kevin Kjos, director of commercial music studies, jazz minor, Rock Ensemble I anci commercial composition at KU since 1998.

He also reported the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Kutztown University nearly $244,000 for a student-research grant. The grant will allow undergraduate students the opportunity to be paid research assistants at KU and travel abroad to take their research work to the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) in Austral ia. Beginning in 2021 , four undergraduate students wil l be selected every year for the next three years to participate in the grant program.

Lactly, Dr. Hawkinson shared three-time NFHCA All-America senior midfielder Mackenzie Fuhrman represented the nationally-ranked Kutztown University field hockey program on the 2020 CoSIDA Academic All-District At-Large Team for the second straight year. A fo ur-time member of the NFHCA National Academic Squad, Mackenzie was one of the two recipients of this year's Chambliss Academic Achievement Award gold medals, and was named the 2020 Kutztown University Female Athlete of the Year.

7. Public Comments None.

8. fil>proval of Minutes, April 16, 2020 Upon motion duly made by Mr. Jim Ludlow and seconded by Ms. Dianne Lutz the minutes of the April 16, 2020 meeting and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong -Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno -Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow - Aye Lutz - Aye Wabby-Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed

9. Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on Academic and Student Affairs Mr. Jack Wabby presented the discussions of the committee.

10. Internship Agreements with various Institutions and Kutztown University Mr Jack Wabby presented the list of internship agreements which establishes a relationship whereby students may paiticipate in practical experience outside the traditional classroom setting.

• Brotherly, L.L.C., Conshohocken, PA • Calvary Christian Academy (Athletic Department), Philadelphia, PA • Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast High School, Drexel Hill, PA " Plant Care Solutions, Patchogue, NY • Superior Surgical, L.L.C., Forked River, NJ • Sussex County Miners, Augusta, NJ o Universal Phoenix Group, L.L.C., Fayetteville, GA ., VCA Sinking Spring Animal Hospital, Sinking Spring, PA

Mr Jack Wabby moved to approve the Internship Agreements as presented. Mr. Jim Ludlow seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge -Aye Giorno -Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow - Aye Lut:: - Aye Wabby - Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

11. Affiliation Agreements with Various Institutions and Kutztown University Mr. Jack Wabby presented the list of affil iation agreements which establish a relationship wherby its students may participate in a practicum or student teaching experience.

•Graduate Internships and Use of a Facility as a Placement Site

Mr. Jack Wabby moved to approve the Affiliation Agreement as presented. Mr. Jim Ludlow seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in f avor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno - Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow -Aye Lutz -Aye Wabby-Aye Heck -Aye

The motion passed.

12. Articulation Agreements with Various Institutions and Kutztown University Mr. Jack Wabby presented the list of articulation agreements which establish a relationship wherby its students may participate in a practicum or student teaching experience.

• Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven, PA

Mr. Robert Grim moved to approve the Articulation Agreement as presented. Mr. Dennis Giorno seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno - Aye Grim -Aye Ludlow -Aye Lutz - Aye Wa,jby - Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed

13. Summary Discussions-Council Committee on Finance, Property and Audit Dr. Charles Blocksidge presented the discussions of the committee.

14. Consent Agenda Items Dr. Charles Blocksidge reported that the committee thoroughly reviewed the consent agenda items.

Purchases and Contracts under $100,000 Dr. Charles Blocksidge moved that the council ratify the purchases and contracts under $100,000 as presented. Mr. Robert Grim seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno -Aye Grim -Aye Ludlow -Abstain Lutz - Aye Wabby - Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

Purchases and Contracts $100,000 and over Dr Charles Blocksidge moved that the council approve the purchases and contracts $100,000 ana over as presented. Mr. Robert Grim seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno -Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow - Aye Lutz - Aye Wohby- Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

15. 2020-2021 E&G Budget Dr. Charles Blocksidge moved that the council approve the 2020-2021 E&C Budget as presented. Mr. Jim Ludlow seconded the motion and it was carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye B!ocksidge -Aye Giorno - Aye Gnm - Aye Ludlmv - Aye Lutz - Aye Wabby -Aye Heck - Aye

The motion p assed.

16. Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on Human Diversity Ms. Dianne Lutz presented the discussions of the committee.

17. Summary of Discussions-Council Committee on University Relations and Advancement Mr. Robe,t Grim presented the discussions of the committee.

18. Approval 2020-2021 Council of Trustees Meeting Schedule Mr. Thomas Heck presented the 2020-2021 Council of Trustees meeting schedule.

Mr. Jim Ludlow moved that the council approve the 2020-2021 Council of Trustees meeting schedule as presented. Mr. Jack Wabby seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno -Aye

Grim - Aye Ludlow -Aye Lutz - Aye Wabby-Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

19. Election of Officers Mr. Jack Wabby, chairman, nominating committee, presented the slate of officers to serve a two­year term beginning July 1, 2020. Mr. Jim Ludlow will serve as Chairman, Mr. Robert Grim, Esq., will serve as Vice Chairman, and Mr. Dennis Giorno will serve as Secretary.

Mr. Jack Wabby moved that the council approve the slate of officers as presented. Ms. Dianne Lutz seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge -Aye Giomo -Aye Grim -Aye Ludlow - Aye Lutz - Aye Wabby -Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

20. Kutztown University Order of Succession Plan Mr. Thomas Heck presented the Kutztown University Order of Succession Plan.

Mr. Jim Ludlow moved that the council approve the Order of Succession Plan as presented. Mr. Jack Wabby seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong-Aye Batchelor -Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno - Aye Grim -Aye Ludlow -Aye Lutz -Aye Wabby - Aye Heck - Aye

The motion passed.

21. Resolution: Mr. Uttam Paudel, Student Trustee Mr. Thomas Heck and the members of the council presented a resolution to Mr. Uttam Paudel for his service as student trustee.

Mr. Jim Ludlow moved that the council approve the resolution to recognize Mr. Uttam Paudelfor his contributions and service as Student Representative of the Council o.(Trustees. Mr. Jack Wabby seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor -Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno - Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow -Aye Lutz - Aye Wabby -Aye Heck-Aye

The motion passed

22. Resolution: Mr. Thomas Heck, Chairman Mr. Jim Ludlow and the members of the council presented a resolution to Mr. Thomas Heck for his service as Chairman.

Mr. Jim Ludlow moved that the council approve the resolution to recognize Mr. Thomas Heck for his contributions and service as Chairman of the Council of Trustees. Mr. Robert Grim seconded the motion and it carried with a roll call vote. Council members voting in favor.

Armstrong - Aye Batchelor - Aye Blocksidge - Aye Giorno -Aye Grim - Aye Ludlow-Aye Lutz -Aye Wabby-Aye Heck-Aye

The motion passed

23. PACT Update Mr. Jack Wabby reported the Fall 2020 PACT Conference planning is underway and will be held at the Hershey Hotel.

As May Arise

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