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MEETING
OF THE
EXTERNAL
AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
October 6, 2000
EXTERNAL
AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Friday,
October 6, 2000
1:15
— 2:152:45 — 1:45 p.m.
Board
Room, The Rotunda
Committee
Members:
Timothy B. Robertson, Chair
Thomas J. Bliley, Jr. Gordon F. Rainey, Jr.
Charles M. Caravati, Jr., M.D. Terence P. Ross
Elsie Goodwyn Holland John P. Ackerly III, Ex Officio
AGENDA
- CONSENT
AGENDA
- University-Related
Foundation Representatives
(Mr.
Sweeney to introduce Mr. Leonard W.
Sandridge;
Mr. Sandridge to report)
- REPORTS
BY THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR DEVELOPMENT
(Mr.
Sweeney)
- Vice
President’s Remarks
- Assessment,
Objectives, Key Issues
- Performance
Assessment
- Annual
Objectives
- Key
Issues
- Philanthropic
Cash Flow
- Campaign
Progress
- Public
Relations Strategy
- Web
Strategy
- Young
Alumni Council Report
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS CONSENT AGENDA
UNIVERSITY-RELATED
FOUNDATION REPRESENTATIVES — Approves the Board of Visitors
representatives to the University-Related Foundations.
ACTION
REQUIRED: Approval by the External Affairs Committee and the
Board of Visitors
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APPROVAL
OF THE BOARD OF VISITORS REPRESENTATIVES TO THE GOVERNING
BOARDS OF UNIVERSITY-RELATED FOUNDATIONS
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RESOLVED
that the following persons be approved as representatives
of the Board of Visitors to the governing boards of the following
University-Related Foundations:
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Alumni
Association of the University of Virginia
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Gordon
F. Rainey, Jr.
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Alumni
Board of Trustees of the University of Virginia Endowment
Fund
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Robert
V. Hatcher, Jr.
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University
of Virginia College Foundation
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Timothy
B. Robertson
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University
of Virginia’s College at Wise Foundation
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Joseph
E. Wolfe
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University
of Virginia Curry School of Education Foundation, Inc.
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Hovey
S. Dabney
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University
of Virginia Darden School Foundation
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Lemuel
E. Lewis
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Foundation
of the State Arboretum Blandy Experimental Farm
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Rebecca
D. Kneedler
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Healthcare
Partners, Inc.
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Charles
M. Caravati, Jr.
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University
of Virginia Health Services Foundation
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Harry
J. G. van Beek
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Historic
Renovation Corporation
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David
W. Carr
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University
of Virginia Law School Alumni Association and Foundation
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Mortimer
M. Caplin
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University
of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce Foundation
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Elizabeth
A. Twohy
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University
of Virginia Medical School Alumni Association and Foundation
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Charles
M. Caravati, Jr.
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Miller
Center Foundation of the University of Virginia
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John
P. Ackerly, III
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University
of Virginia Patent Foundation
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Timothy
B. Robertson
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University
of Virginia Foundation and University Real Estate Foundation
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John
P. Ackerly, III
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University
of Virginia Host Properties, Inc.
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Robert
G. Butcher, Jr.
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University
Tax Foundation, Inc.
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Joseph
E. Gibson
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Virginia
Ambulatory Surgery, Inc.
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R.
Scott Jones
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Virginia
Engineering Foundation, Inc.
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James
E. Ryan, Jr.
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Virginia
Student Aid Foundation
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M.
Terry Holland
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Virginia
Urologic Foundation
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William
D. Steers
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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.A.1. Performance Assessment
BACKGROUND:
Every summer, the University Development Office assesses its progress
over the previous fiscal year in each of its departments, as well
as in comparison to goals established for that year. The Vice President
for Development will review Fiscal Year 2000 progress, highlighting
statistical data as well as programs and projects completed.
DISCUSSION:
Fiscal Year 2000 produced the largest growth in campaign commitments
ever. $238 million ($216 million in new gifts and pledges, and $22
million in future support) was raised during the fiscal year, an
average of nearly $20 million in outright and future commitments
per month. This is a 25% increase in commitments over last year’s
"best ever" totals. In addition, the University set a
new record for cash flow, with $195 million generated in cash this
year. The year was completed with the campaign total at $1.175 billion.
Other accomplishments and challenges from the Fiscal Year 2000 assessment
will be discussed.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.A.1. Annual Objectives
BACKGROUND:
The University Development Office sets annual performance goals
for the coming year, including specific objectives and strategies.
The Vice President for Development will highlight goals and tactics
for Fiscal Year 2001.
DISCUSSION:
The Development Office has set dollar and performance goals for
Fiscal Year 2001. The most important goal will be to complete the
Campaign by end date December 31, 2000, including a wrap-up of major
gifts solicitation and completion of a general solicitation. An
ambitious cash flow goal for the year has been set at $146 million.
Other goals related to the transition out of the Campaign, to implementation
of the public affairs strategy, and to specific initiatives in annual
giving, major giving, institutional positioning and marketing will
also be discussed.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.A.1. Key Issues
BACKGROUND:
Despite the unprecedented success of the current Campaign and the
progress made in attention to public affairs matters, there remain
several critical issues that can affect performance in these areas
over the next fiscal year. In addition, the actions taken in the
coming year will have a dramatic impact on the future strategic
direction of the University.
DISCUSSION:
The Vice President for Development will address key planning issues
related to fund-raising, public affairs, University funding and
strategic directions.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.A.2. Philanthropic Cash Flow
BACKGROUND:
A statistical review of fund-raising cash gifts received for the
period July 1, 2000 — August 31, 2000. Emphasis will be placed
on measuring performance compared to the previous three fiscal years.
DISCUSSION:
Cash flow for July 31, 2000 was $9.73 million. This is an 8% increase
over last year’s totals at this time.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.A.3. Campaign Progress
BACKGROUND:
The Capital Campaign is the on-going focus of University of Virginia
fundraising activities. Progress will be reported through August
31, 2000.
DISCUSSION:
At July 31, 2000, the Campaign total raised to date stood at $1.19
billion, with $1.054 billion in gifts and pledges and $136 million
in future support. With the Campaign in its final months, statistical
analysis of progress to date will allow for projection of end-of-campaign
totals.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.B. Public Relations Strategy
BACKGROUND:
Last year, the President charged the Vice President for Development
with examining the University’s approach to public affairs
and marketing, with the ultimate goal of making recommendations
on how the University might improve its approach in this area. The
Vice President, with the assistance of a task force headed by News
Director Carol Wood, has completed a draft report for review with
the Board.
DISCUSSION:
The Vice President will discuss briefly the key elements of the
draft report, including recommendations on institutional positioning,
marketing, web services, the communications community at the University,
and institutional organization.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.C. Web Strategy
BACKGROUND:
As part of the discussion concerning coordinating University communications
efforts, University Relations and ITC are working on a "web
portal" proposal. The portal would be a comprehensive access
point to the Internet for University students, staff and faculty.
DISCUSSION:
The University already has one of the best institutional web sites
in higher education. The next logical step for the University’s
web presence is to devise a unified strategy accommodating the needs
of the University’s various constituencies. A customized University
web portal would have an immediate impact on the institution’s
major audiences. The Vice President for Development, aided by the
Interim Vice President and Chief Information Officer, will review
a proposal to create this single web interface for the University’s
functions.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA
BOARD
OF VISITORS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOARD
MEETING: October 6, 2000
COMMITTEE: External
Affairs
AGENDA
ITEM: II.D. Young Alumni Council Report
BACKGROUND:
The Young Alumni Council of the University of Virginia Alumni Association
was created in February 1995. The Council is composed of thirty-six
members from the 12 most recent graduating classes. The mission
of the Council is to better serve and support recent graduates with
programs and communications that are uniquely tailored to young
alumni needs and perspective on the University. It seeks to foster
and sustain the active involvement of young alumni in the support
of the University of Virginia and the Alumni Association. The Council
will also act to shepherd the development of volunteers and future
leaders in ways that deepen their commitment to the University and
prepare them for active roles in alumni affairs.
DISCUSSION:
Over the past five years, the Young Alumni Council has developed
a variety of substantive initiatives through several Council committees:
Programming, Careers/Admissions, Technology, Development and External
Relations. A representative from the Young Alumni Council will describe
its recent efforts, which include creating a national service project
for Virginia alumni; establishing an Alumni Career Advisor; strengthening
the Alumni Association’s web presence; studying young alumni
giving and recommending approaches to boost giving activity; and
diversifying outreach to young alumni.
ACTION
REQUIRED: None
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