TENTATIVE
MINUTES
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE BOARD OF VISITORS
May 29-30, 1998
The Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia met, in Open
Session, at 8:25 a.m., on Friday, May, 29, 1998, in the East Oval
Room of the Rotunda with the following persons present: John P.
Ackerly, III, Rector, Charles M. Caravati, Jr., Champ Clark, William
G. Crutchfield, Jr., William H. Goodwin, Jr., T. Keister Greer,
Mrs. Elsie Goodwyn Holland, Timothy B. Robertson, Terence P. Ross,
Henry L. Valentine, II, Walter F. Walker, James C. Wheat, III,
and J. Michael Allen. John T. Casteen, III, Alexander G. Gilliam,
Jr., Paul J. Forch, Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr., Peter W. Low, Robert
W. Cantrell, Ms. Colette Capone, Robert D. Sweeney, Ernest H.
Ern, Gene D. Block, and Ms. Jeanne Flippo Bailes were also present.
I. INTRODUCTION OF MR. PETE GILLEN
The Rector called the Board to order, and introduced Mr. Pete
Gillen, the new Head Coach for Men's Basketball. Mr. Gillen addressed
the Board briefly. The President remarked that Mr. Gillen's coming
to the University is almost entirely the result of the way Mr.
Holland, the Director of Athletics, handled the search for a new
Coach. The University, he said, owes Mr. Holland a debt of gratitude.
Mr. Holland thanked the President for his remarks, and said several
University offices, including the President's Office, assisted
in the search.
II. ELECTION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
As required by Section 23-75 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, and as provided in Section 3.1 of the Manual of the Board
of Visitors, 1998, the following members were elected to the Executive
Committee of the Board to serve until the Annual Meeting in the
Spring of 1999:
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John P. Ackerly, III
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Charles M. Caravati, Jr.
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Champ Clark
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William H. Goodwin, Jr.
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Terence P. Ross
III. APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES
The Rector announced his appointments to the Committees to serve
until the Annual Meeting in the Spring of 1999:
| AUDIT
COMMITTEE |
Elizabeth
A. Twohy, Chair
Timothy B. Robertson
Benjamin P.A. Warthen
James C. Wheat, III
|
BUILDINGS
AND
GROUNDS COMMITTEE |
Albert
H. Small, Chair
J. Michael Allen
William G. Crutchfield, Jr.
William H. Goodwin, Jr.
Terence P. Ross
Benjamin P.A. Warthen
James C. Wheat, III
|
CLINCH
VALLEY
COLLEGE COMMITTEE |
William
G. Crutchfield, Jr., Chair
Champ Clark
Joseph E. Wolfe
|
EDUCATIONAL POLICY
COMMITTEE |
Champ
Clark, Chair
J. Michael Allen
T. Keister Greer
Elsie Goodwyn Holland
Elizabeth A. Twohy
Walter F. Walker
Joseph E. Wolfe
|
|
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE |
John
P. Ackerly, III, Chair
Charles M. Caravati, Jr.
Champ Clark
William H. Goodwin, Jr.
Terence P. Ross
|
EXTERNAL
AFFAIRS
COMMITTEE |
T.
Keister Greer, Chair
Charles M. Caravati, Jr.
Elsie Goodwyn Holland
Timothy B. Robertson
Terence P. Ross
Albert H. Small
Henry L. Valentine, II
|
|
FINANCE COMMITTEE |
William
H. Goodwin, Jr., Chair
Timothy B. Robertson
Elizabeth A. Twohy
Henry L. Valentine, II
Walter F. Walker
James C. Wheat, III
|
HEALTH
AFFAIRS
COMMITTEE |
Charles
M. Caravati, Jr., Chair
William G. Crutchfield, Jr.
William H. Goodwin, Jr.
T. Keister Greer
Terence P. Ross
Albert H. Small
Joseph E. Wolfe
|
STATE COUNCIL
OF HIGHER EDUCATION
COUNCIL OF VISITORS |
Elsie
Goodwyn Holland, Chair |
STUDENT AFFAIRS AND
ATHLETICS COMMITTEE |
Henry
L. Valentine, II, Chair
Walter F. Walker, Vice-Chair/Athletics
J. Michael Allen
Charles M. Caravati, Jr.
Champ Clark
Elsie Goodwyn Holland
Benjamin P.A. Warthen
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The Rector, Mr. John P. Ackerly, III, is an ex
officio member of all committees.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF VISITORS, MARCH 27-28,
1998
The Minutes of the meeting of March 27-28, 1998, previously distributed,
were approved as corrected.
MOTIONS FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION
The following motions were adopted unanimously by the vote of
all voting Visitors present:
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That the Finance Committee of the Board of Visitors go into
Executive Session to discuss nominations of individuals to serve
on the University of Virginia Investment Management Company
public membership, as provided for in Section 2.1-344 A.(1)
and (6) of the Code of Virginia.
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That the Educational Policy, and Special Ad Hoc Committee of
the Board of Visitors, go into Executive Session for the purpose
of discussing personnel matters pertaining to the appointment,
assignment, reappointment, promotion, performance, compensation,
discipline, separation, and resignation of specific employees
of the University of Virginia, as provided for in Section 2.1-344
A. (1) of the Code of Virginia.
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That the Health Affairs Committee of the Board of Visitors go
into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing proprietary,
business related information of the Medical Center in connection
with its proposed and existing joint ventures, and the investing
of public funds where competition or bargaining is involved,
when if made public initially the financial interests of the
University would be adversely affected, as provided for in Section
2.1-344 A.(6) and (24) of the Code of Virginia.
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That the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia go
into Executive Session for the Purpose of Consulting with the
General Counsel concerning certain pending litigation involving
the University, as well as specific legal matters requiring
the advice of counsel, as provided for in Section 2.1-344 A.(7)
of the Code of Virginia.
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That the Audit Committee of the Board of Visitors of the University
of Virginia go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing
and considering reports and recommendations of the University
Auditor related to recently completed evaluations of certain
University departments and programs, and employee performance,
as provided for in Section 2.1-344 A.(1) of the Code of Virginia.
The
Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia met, in Open Session,
at 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 29, 1998; John P. Ackerly, III, Rector,
presided. Charles M. Caravati, Jr., Champ Clark, William G. Crutchfield,
Jr., William H. Goodwin, Jr., T. Keister Greer, Mrs. Elsie Goodwyn
Holland, Timothy B. Robertson, Terence P. Ross, Henry L. Valentine,
II, Walter F. Walker, Benjamin P.A. Warthen, James C. Wheat, III,
Joseph E. Wolfe, and J. Michael Allen were present. Also present
were John T. Casteen, III, Alexander G. Gilliam, Jr., Paul J. Forch,
Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr., Robert W. Cantrell, Peter W. Low, Ms.
Colette Capone, Ernest H. Ern, Robert D. Sweeney, William W. Harmon,
Ms. Polley Ann McClure, Don E. Detmer, Gene D. Block, L. Jay Lemons,
Richard W. Miksad, Haydn N.G. Wadley, W. Reed Johnson, and Ms. Jeanne
Flippo Bailes.
The Board heard a report from Mr. Greer, Chair of the Special
Committee appointed by the Rector to consider a request to appeal
the decision of the Administration to shut down the nuclear reactor
at the School of Engineering. Mr. Greer told the Board the Committee
had voted to uphold the decision of the Administration. The Board
voted 11-3 to accept the recommenda- tion of the Special Committee.
The Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia met, in Executive
Session (see enabling motion above), at 1:10 p.m., Friday, May
29, 1998, in the East Oval Room of the Rotunda; John P. Ackerly,
III, Rector, presided. Charles M. Caravati, Jr., Champ Clark,
William G. Crutchfield, Jr., William H. Goodwin, Jr., T. Keister
Greer, Mrs. Elsie Goodwyn Holland, Timothy B. Robertson, Terence
P. Ross, Henry L. Valentine, II, Walter F. Walker, Benjamin P.A.
Warthen, James C. Wheat, III, Joseph E. Wolfe, and J. Michael
Allen were present. Also present were John T. Casteen, III, Alexander
G. Gilliam, Jr., Paul J. Forch, Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr., Robert
W. Cantrell, Peter W. Low, Ms. Colette Capone, Ernest H. Ern,
Robert D. Sweeney, William W. Harmon, Ms. Polley Ann McClure,
Don E. Detmer, L. Jay Lemons, and Ms. Jeanne Flippo Bailes.
At 4:10 p.m., the Board went into Open Session and recessed.
The Board resumed, in Open Session, in the Dome Room of the Rotunda
at 4:20 p.m. The President proposed resolutions creating three
professorships, a resolution renaming a building at the University,
and a resolution naming a building at Clinch Valley College.
I. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE DAVID A. HARRISON III PROFESSORSHIP
IN LAW
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, David A. Harrison III of Prince George County, an alumnus
of the College and of the School of Law, has been a wise and most
generous friend of the University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harrison, in addition to other generous benefactions
to the School of Law, has provided for the establishment of a
professorship in law;
RESOLVED that the Board of Visitors establishes the David A. Harrison
III Professorship in Law and thanks Mr. Harrison for this latest
manifestation of his devotion to and support of the University
of Virginia.
II. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE EDWIN S. COHEN DISTINGUISHED PROFESSORSHIP
IN LAW AND TAXATION
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Edwin S. Cohen, an alumnus of the School of Law, has
had a most distinguished career as a practicing attorney, as a
teacher, and as an authority on tax law; and
WHEREAS, through the generosity of Professor Cohen and of his
son, Edwin C. Cohen, funds have been provided for the establishment
of a Chair in Law and Taxation;
RESOLVED that the Board of Visitors thanks Professor Cohen and
Mr. Edwin C. Cohen for their generosity and establishes the Edwin
S. Cohen Distinguished Professorship in Law and Taxation in the
School of Law.
III. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE KOSCIUSZKO PROFESSORSHIP IN POLISH
STUDIES
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, the great Polish patriot, was a friend
of the American Revolution and an officer in the Continental Army,
as well as a friend of Thomas Jefferson; and
WHEREAS, General Kosciuszko is an enduring symbol of freedom and
of Polish-American friendship; and
WHEREAS, generous friends of Poland and of the University of Virginia
have provided funds for the establishment of a chair in Polish
Studies;
RESOLVED that the Board of Visitors establishes the Kosciuszko
Professorship in Polish Studies, in an academic department to
be designated by the Vice President and Provost, as appropriate
to the incumbent's activities and participation in the White Burkett
Miller Center of Public Affairs, and expresses appreciation to
the generous benefactors, and for the leadership of Mrs. Blanka
Rosenstiel, who have made the Professorship possible.
IV. NAMING OF ASTRONOMY BUILDING
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Virginia Division of Forestry has vacated the Forestry
Building; and
WHEREAS, the Astronomy Department will move into the building
in June 1998, and will be its major occupant;
RESOLVED that the Forestry Building be renamed the Astronomy Building.
V. NAMING THE CAMPBELL S. EDMONDS WING OF THE JOHN COOK WYLLIE
LIBRARY
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the C. Bascom Slemp Foundation contributed generously
in support of the John Cook Wyllie Library addition and renovation
project, and
WHEREAS, the Slemp Foundation has historically supported libraries
and education in Wise and Lee Counties, and
WHEREAS, Campbell S. Edmonds was a much-loved trustee of the Slemp
Foundation;
RESOLVED that the addition to the John Cook Wyllie Library at
Clinch Valley College be named the Campbell S. Edmonds Wing in
honor of Mr. Edmonds.
On motion, the Board adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
The Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia met, in Executive
Session (see the enabling motion above) at 7:10 a.m., Saturday,
May 30, 1998, in the East Oval Room of the Rotunda; John P. Ackerly,
III, Rector, presided. Charles M. Caravati, Jr., Champ Clark,
William G. Crutchfield, Jr., William H. Goodwin, Jr., T. Keister
Greer, Mrs. Elsie Goodwyn Holland, Timothy B. Robertson, Terence
P. Ross, Henry L. Valentine, II, Walter F. Walker, Benjamin P.A.
Warthen, James C. Wheat, III, Joseph E. Wolfe, and J. Michael
Allen were present. Also present were John T. Casteen, III, Alexander
G. Gilliam, Jr., Paul J. Forch, Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr., Robert
W. Cantrell, Peter W. Low, Ms. Polley Ann McClure, Ernest H. Ern,
Gene Block, Don E. Detmer, Robert D. Sweeney, William W. Harmon,
L. Jay Lemons, and Ms. Jeanne Flippo Bailes.
The Board went into Open Session at 9:00 a.m., and, on motion,
adjourned.
The Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia met, in Executive
Session (see enabling motion above) at 11:10 a.m., Saturday, May
30, 1998, in the East Oval Room of the Rotunda; John P. Ackerly,
III, Rector, presided. Charles M. Caravati, Jr., Champ Clark,
William G. Crutchfield, Jr., William H. Goodwin, Jr., T. Keister
Greer, Mrs. Elsie Goodwyn Holland, Timothy B. Robertson, Terence
P. Ross, Henry L. Valentine, II, Walter F. Walker, Benjamin P.A.
Warthen, James C. Wheat, III, Joseph E. Wolfe, and J. Michael
Allen were present. John T. Casteen, III, was also present.
The Board resumed in Open Session at 12:45 p.m., with, in addition
to the persons present in the Executive Session, Alexander G.
Gilliam, Jr., Paul J. Forch, Leonard W. Sandridge, Jr., and Ms.
Jeanne Flippo Bailes present.
I. APPROVAL OF ARCHITECT SELECTIONS FOR TERM CONTRACTS
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that Ellerbe Becket of Washington, D.C., and Mitchell/Matthews
& Associates of Charlottesville, are approved for the performance
of architectural and engineering services for projects initiated
under term contracts for the Medical Center and Academic Division,
respectively.
II. APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL
COLLECTIONS LIBRARY PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the architectural design guidelines, dated May 29,
1998, and prepared by Hartman Cox Architects of Washington, D.C.,
for the Special Collections Library project, are approved;
RESOLVED FURTHER that the project will be presented for further
review at the schematic design level of development.
III. APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES, CLINCH VALLEY
COLLEGE SCIENCE BUILDING
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the architectural design guidelines, dated May 29,
1998, and prepared by VMDO Architects of Charlottesville, for
the Clinch Valley College Science Building project, are approved;
RESOLVED FURTHER that the project will be presented for further
review at the schematic design level of development.
IV. APPROVAL OF SCHEMATIC DESIGN FOR THE CLARK HALL ADDITION
PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the schematic design, dated April 27, 1998, and
prepared by Ellenzweig Associates of Cambridge, Massachusetts,
for the construction of the Clark Hall Renovation and Addition
project is approved;
RESOLVED FURTHER that the project will be presented for further
review at the preliminary design level of development.
V. APPROVAL OF SCHEMATIC DESIGN FOR THE BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
AND MEDICAL SCIENCE BUILDING PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the schematic design, dated April 27, 1998, and
prepared by Henningson, Durham, and Richardson of Alexandria,
Virginia, for construction of the Biomedical Engineering and Medical
Science Building, is approved;
RESOLVED FURTHER that the project will be presented for further
review at the preliminary design level of development.
VI. APPROVAL OF ARCHITECT SELECTION FOR THE BLANDY FARM HOUSING
PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the firm of Bushman Dreyfus Architects of Charlottesville,
is approved for the performance of architectural and engineering
services for the Blandy Farm Housing project.
VII. ASSIGNMENT OF UPPER APARTMENT IN PAVILION VIII
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Board of Visitors that the apartments
in Pavilion VIII be occupied by members of the teaching faculty
who have shown a commitment to Thomas Jefferson's concept of life
in the Academical Village;
RESOLVED that the upper apartment in Pavilion VIII be assigned
to Professor Cristina Della Coletta, Assistant Professor of Italian,
and her family effective the Summer of 1998, for a term of four
years from that date.
VIII. APPROVAL TO CHANGE DEGREE TITLE
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the degree title M.A. Clinical Ethics be changed
to M.A. in Bioethics.
IX. APPROVAL TO AMEND CRITERIA FOR THE CREATION OF THE UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT COMPANY
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors approved the criteria to establish
the University of Virginia Investment Management Company on March
27, 1998 (hereinafter referred to as Criteria); and
WHEREAS, the Manual of the Board of Visitors authorizes the creation
of the Investment Management Company and calls for its membership
to “consist of the Rector, the chair of the Finance Committee
who shall also be chair of the subcommittee, three members of
the Finance Committee appointed by the Rector, the President or
his/her designee, and a minority representation of members appointed
by the Board from the general public for their investment experience
and expertise.”
RESOLVED that the Criteria are amended to accomplish two changes.
Consistent with the Board Manual, one change authorizes the Rector's
appointment of three, not four, members of the Finance Committee
to the Investment Management Company.
RESOLVED FURTHER, the second change provides for staggered terms
of public members appointed by the Board, as follows:
The Board may appoint no more than four public members who shall
be alumni of the University, to serve, without compensation save
reimbursement of expenses as permitted by University policy, as
non-voting members to staggered initial terms not to exceed four
years. No member shall be eligible to serve more than two successive
four-year terms. Appointment to fill vacancies shall be for the
unexpired term with eligibility for reappointment to no more than
two successive four-year terms.
X. APPROVAL OF THE 1998-99 BUDGET OF PRATT ESTATE FUNDS FOR
THE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND SPECIFIC DEPARTMENTS IN THE COLLEGE
OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the budget for the expenditure of funds from the
Estate of John Lee Pratt be approved to supplement appropriations
made by the Commonwealth of Virginia for the School of Medicine
and Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
in the College of Arts and Sciences in an amount not to exceed
$4.0 million for 1998-99, as suggested by the department chairs,
as recommended by the deans of each school, and as approved by
the Vice President and Provost, the Vice President and Provost
for Health Sciences, the President and the Finance Committee.
To the extent the annual income from the endowment is not adequate
to meet the recommended distribution, the principal of the endowment
will be disinvested to provide funds for the approved budgets.
XI. DECLARATION OF INTENT TO ISSUE BONDS
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the United States Department of the Treasury has promulgated
final regulations in Section l.l50-2 of the Treasury Regulations
(the "Regulations"), governing when the allocation of bond proceeds
to reimburse expenditures previously made by a borrower shall
be treated as an expenditure of the bond proceeds; and
WHEREAS, the Regulations require a declaration of official intent
by a borrower to provide evidence that the borrower intended to
reimburse such expenditures with proceeds of its bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia (the
"University") desires to make such a declaration of official intent
as required by the Regulations;
RESOLVED that, pursuant to the Regulations, the University hereby
declares its intent to reimburse expenditures in accordance with
the following:
The University reasonably expects to reimburse expenditures incurred
for the construction of the Student Residence Hall, the Biomedical
Engineering and Medical Science Building, the Parking Deck for
600 Vehicles and Infrastructure Improvements Project, the Scott
Stadium Expansion and the Clinch Valley College Student Center
with proceeds from the issuance of tax- exempt bonds (the “bonds”)
to be issued by the University through the Treasury board;
This resolution is a declaration of official intent under Section
l.l50-2 of the Regulations;
The maximum principal amount of bonds expected to be issued for
the purpose of reimbursing expenditures relating to the construction
of the Student Residence Hall is $6 million, the Biomedical Engineering
and Medical Science Building is $41.3 million, the Parking Deck
for 600 and Infrastructure Improvements is an additional $2.6
million (for a total authorization of $7.1 million), the Scott
Stadium Expansion is an additional $10 million (for a total authorization
of $60 million), and the Clinch Valley College Student Center
is $8 million.
XII. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR BLOOD PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED by the Board of Visitors that the Executive Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer be authorized to approve and execute
a new agreement to allow the Medical Center to procure blood products
and services.
XIII. APPROVAL OF CONFLICT OF INTERESTS REGARDING UVA/HEALTH
SERVICES FOUNDATION CONTRACTS
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Virginia State and Local Government Conflict of Interests
Act permits and exempts personal interests of medical faculty
in contracts between a state institution of higher education which
operates a school of medicine and its physician faculty practice
plan (the group practice organization through which faculty conduct
their clinical practice); and
WHEREAS, the University's faculty practice plan, the Health Services
Foundation, supports the University's medical education programs
by serving as the group clinical practice organization for the
School of Medicine faculty, allowing them to maintain and convey
their skills to medical students within the Medical Center and
related clinics, and by providing compensation that helps to attract
and retain highly qualified faculty;
RESOLVED, as permitted by the Act, the Board of Visitors hereby
approves the personal interests of School of Medicine faculty
arising from their clinical income interest in the Health Services
Foundation, which serves the University as its group practice
plan.
XIV. APPROVAL OF AUDIT SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998-1999
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the Audit Schedule for Fiscal Year 1998-1999, is
approved as recommended by the Audit Committee.
XV. APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR THE SCOTT STADIUM EXPANSION
– PARKING PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the preliminary design, dated May 29, 1998, and
prepared by Heery International of Atlanta, Georgia, for the parking
component of the Scott Stadium Expansion project, is approved
for further development and construction.
XVI. APPROVAL OF SCHEMATIC AND PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR THE BLANDY
FARM HOUSING PROJECT
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the schematic and preliminary design, dated May
29, 1998, and prepared by Bushman Dreyfus Architects of Charlottesville,
for the Blandy Farm Housing project, is approved for further development
and construction.
XVII. RESOLUTION TO DEMOLISH MILLER HALL
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that with deep regret, the Board of Visitors recommends
that Miller Hall be replaced with the entrance pavilion to the
new Special Collections Library, and that there be an effort to
reuse brick from the building to memorialize Samuel B. Miller,
for whom Miller Hall is named.
RESOLVED FURTHER that the Board's recommendations on Miller Hall
would be subject to the necessary State approvals.
XVIII. APPROVAL TO REVISE COPYRIGHT POLICY
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Copyright Policy was adopted by the Board of Visitors
on May 30, 1986; and
WHEREAS, the Ad Hoc Committee on Policy Reform has examined the
existing Copyright Policy for accuracy and applicability; and
WHEREAS, on February 9, 1997, the Board of Visitors, on the advice
of the Ad Hoc Committee on Policy Reform, referred this resolution
to the Educational Policy Committee for review and revision;
RESOLVED that the Copyright Policy approved on May 30, 1986, be
rescinded; and
RESOLVED FURTHER that the following Copyright Policy be established
effective May 30, 1998:
- INTRODUCTION
- The
objective of this policy is to encourage the production of copyrightable
works that contribute to the professional stature of their author(s)
and that advance the University's scholarly, academic, and public
service missions. This policy governs the respective ownership
rights of the University and its employees in copyrightable
material produced within the scope of employment. The intention
of this policy is that the University will not assert its ownership
interest in copyrightable scholarly and academic works created
by academic and research faculty who use generally available
University resources. The University asserts its ownership interest
in copyrightable works, however, if significant University resources
(including sponsor-provided funds) are used in the creation
of the work and: (a) the work generates royalty payments; or
(b) the work is of commercial value that can be realized by
University marketing efforts. In such cases, the University
will share royalties with the author(s). The University's share
of royalties from copyrightable works will be used by the Vice
President for Research and Public Service to support research,
teaching, and scholarly activities.
- In
cases where the provisions of this policy state that the University
cedes copyright ownership to the author(s), it is the intention
that such ownership will be ceded to the author(s) by operation
of this policy without further action by the University.
- DEFINITION
- Copyright
is a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States
to "original works of authorship" including literary, dramatic,
musical, artistic, and certain other intellectual works, whereby
copyright owners may claim, for a limited time, certain exclusive
rights to specified works. This protection is available to both
published and unpublished works and gives the copyright owner
the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, sell, perform,
display, or prepare derivatives of the work, and to protect
a copyright against infringement. Copyright protection does
not extend to an idea, procedure, process, slogan, principle,
or discovery.
- OWNERSHIP
Work-for-Hire
Rule
- The
"work-for-hire" rule, defined in the Copyright Act, provides
that when an employee produces a copyrightable work within the
scope of employment, the copyright to that work belongs to the
employer and not to the author.
- Employee
Ownership
- The
employee owns the rights to any work created at his or her own
initiative and outside the scope, time, and place of employment.
- The
University cedes copyright ownership to the author(s) of scholarly
and academic works (such as journal articles, books, and papers)
created by academic and research faculty who use generally available
University resources. However, the University asserts its right
of copyright ownership if significant University resources (including
sponsor-provided funds) are used in the creation of such works,
and: (a) the work generates royalty payments; or (b) the work
is of commercial value that can be realized by University marketing
efforts.
- Use
of the University's name in connection with the commercialization
of a faculty work must be approved in advance by the University.
- University
Ownership
- By
operation of the copyright law, the University owns in the name
of The Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia (the
University's corporate name) all rights, title and interest
in copyrightable works created by University employees while
acting within the scope of their employment. The University
cedes copyright ownership to the author(s) of scholarly and
academic works (such as journal articles, books, and papers)
created by academic and research faculty who use generally available
University resources. However, University asserts its right
of copyright ownership if significant University resources (including
sponsor-provided funds) are used in the creation of such works,
and: (a) the work generates royalty payments; or (b) the work
is of commercial value that can be realized by University marketing
efforts.
- Even
in cases where the University retains copyright ownership under
this policy, it may cede such ownership to the work's author(s)
by written agreement signed by the Vice President for Research
and Public Service and approved by the appropriate Provost.
- The
University retains a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use
for non-commercial purposes works produced by its employees
while acting within the scope of employment even if copyright
ownership is ceded to the author(s).
- The
University may assign its copyright ownership for purposes of
commercialization.
- ELABORATION
"Significant"
University Resources
- The
use of University resources is "significant" when it entails
substantial and dedicated use of University equipment, facilities,
or personnel. The use of a computer in a faculty office, incidental
supplies, and occasional use of University personnel or shared
facilities would typically not be considered significant use.
In contrast, utilization of University laboratories or special
instrumentation, dedicated assistance by University employees,
special financial assistance, or extensive use of shared facilities
would constitute significant use.
- Sponsor-Supported
Effort
- Funds
and facilities provided by governmental, commercial, industrial,
or other private organizations which are administered and controlled
by the University shall be considered University resources for
purposes of this policy.
- Sponsors
and Contracts
- When
under the terms of a contract with the University a sponsor
obtains copyright ownership in any copyrightable work that may
result from the sponsored effort, that contract takes precedence
over this policy. If the sponsor does not assert an ownership
interest, copyright ownership vest with the University as provided
in this policy.
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- A.
Vice President for Research and Public Service
- The
Vice President for Research and Public Service is responsible
for the implementation and administration of this copyright
policy and for securing and marketing copyrights in the University's
name and shall:
-
Develop standards and procedures appropriate for the implementation
of this policy.
- Determine
if significant University resources have been used in the creation
of a copyrightable work.
- Determine
whether and under what conditions to cede copyright ownership
to the author(s) of a work owned by the University under this
policy. Promptly advise authors of decisions regarding copyright
ownership.
- Determine
whether copyrights owned by the University are marketable, and
if so, ensure that appropriate marketing steps are taken on
behalf of the University.
- Establish
guidelines for distribution of royalties when the University
owns a copyright.
- Distribute
royalties accruing to the University as a result of the implementation
of this policy.
- Make
a finding as to ownership in any case where the rights of the
University and of an employee appear to be in conflict and report
such finding to the appropriate Vice President and Provost for
final resolution.
- B.
The Vice President and Provost
- Within
their designated areas of responsibility, the Vice President
and Provost of the University and the Vice President and Provost
of Health Sciences shall:
- Approve
standards and procedures developed by the Vice President for
Research and Public Service for implementation of the copyright
policy.
- At
the written request of an aggrieved party or on the Provost's
own motion, review determinations by the Vice President for
Research and Public Service of ownership of a copyright.
- Affirm,
modify, or reject determinations of copyright ownership made
by the Vice President for Research and Public Service, or make
such determinations outright if the Vice President for Research
and Public Service does not resolve the matter in a timely manner.
- Conduct
an annual review of the copyright program with the Vice President
for Research and Public Service.
XIX. APPROVAL OF THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE JEFFERSON SCHOLARS
PROGRAM SUBSIDIARY
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the University Policy on University-related Foundations
requires that any related foundation seeking to establish a subsidiary
acquire Board of Visitors' approval; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
recommends that, in the best interests of the University of Virginia,
the Board of Visitors approve the establishment of a wholly-owned,
non-profit, non-stock, tax-exempt subsidiary to hold and administer
the Jefferson Scholars Program in accordance with the terms of
any gift instrument or restriction;
RESOLVED that the University of Virginia Alumni Association's
ownership of the Jefferson Scholars Program Subsidiary be approved.
XX. APPROVAL OF THE 1998-99 BUDGET FOR THE ACADEMIC DIVISION
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the 1998-99 Budget for the Academic Division be
approved, as recommended by the President and the Chief Financial
Officer, and as approved by the Finance Committee.
XXI. APPROVAL OF THE 1998-99 BUDGET FOR CLINCH VALLEY COLLEGE
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the 1998-99 Budget for Clinch Valley College be
approved, as recommended by the President and the Chief Financial
Officer, and as approved by the Finance Committee.
XXII. APPROVAL OF THE 1998-99 BUDGET FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF
VIRGINIA MEDICAL CENTER
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the 1998-99 Budget for the University of Virginia
Medical Center, which includes a hospital room and ancillary service
rate increase of 5.0 percent, be approved, as recommended by the
President and the Chief Financial Officer, and as approved by
the Finance Committee.
XXIII. MEDICAL CENTER COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PROGRAM
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Codified Autonomy legislation allowed the Medical
Center to develop a Compensation and Benefits program aligned
with the health care industry; and
WHEREAS, the Compensation and Benefits Program will have a phased
implementation between July and December of 1998, to allow for
orientation and education of management and staff; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Visitors reserves the right to amend these
plans and to govern and manage the affairs of the University of
Virginia Medical Center at all times;
RESOLVED that the Medical Center Compensation and Benefits Program
Policy Statement is approved, subject to the foregoing (see Attachment).
XXIV. GIFTS, GRANTS AND CONTRACTS
The President reported on the Gifts, Grants, and Contracts. The
Report was accepted.
XXV. 1999 BOARD MEETING DATES
The following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED that the Board of Visitors' meeting dates for 1999 are
as follows:
| Friday
and Saturday |
January
29 and 30, 1999 |
Charlottesville |
| Friday
and Saturday |
March
26 and 27, 1999 |
Charlottesville |
| Friday
and Saturday |
May
14 and 15, 1999 |
Charlottesville |
| Friday
and Saturday |
October
15 and l6, 1999 |
Charlottesville |
XXVI. MEMORIAL RESOLUTION FOR P. HUNTER FAULCONER
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, P. Hunter Faulconer was born in 1906, and took a Bachelor
of Science from the University in 1930; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Faulconer, as an undergraduate at the University
was an athlete who lettered in football, a member of the Honor
Committee and an active participant in a number of organizations;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Faulconer was President of the Alumni Association,
and a co-founder and President of the Virginia Student Aid Foundation;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Faulconer was appointed to the Board of Visitors
by Governor Almond in 1960, and reappointed by Governor Harrison
in 1964; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Faulconer served his community, the University and
the Commonwealth with distinction; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Faulconer died in Charlottesville on April 12, 1998;
RESOLVED that the Board of Visitors notes with profound sadness
P. Hunter Faulconer's death and expresses gratitude for his devoted
service to the University.
XXVII. EXTENSION OF THE DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO SELL THE
ASSETS OF THE NEUROCLINICAL TRIALS CENTER
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, at the January meeting of the Board of Visitors, the
Board authorized the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer to sell the assets of the Neuroclinical Trials Center,
with the review and approval of a subcommittee of the Board appointed
by the Rector and in consultation with the General Counsel; and
WHEREAS, the authorization expires June 30, 1998 unless extended
by the Board of Visitors; and
WHEREAS, although the University is actively negotiating with
potential purchasers of the assets of the division and intends
to close the transaction by mid-June, there is a possibility that
the closing will not occur by or before June 30, 1998.
RESOLVED that the authorization for the Executive Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer to sell the assets of the Neuroclinical
Trials Center, with the review and approval of a subcommittee
of the Board convened by the Rector in consultation with the General
Counsel, is extended to August 31, 1998. The transaction shall
be reported at the next meeting of the Board of Visitors.
XXVIII. APPROVAL OF THE PUBLIC MEMBERSHIP OF THE UNIVERSITY
OF VIRGINIA INVESTMENT COMPANY
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Board Manual authorizes the Board of Visitors to
appoint to the University of Virginia Investment Management Company
no more than four public members, who shall be alumni of the University,
to serve as non-voting members to staggered initial terms not
to exceed four years.
RESOLVED that the following alumni(ae) shall be appointed to serve
as public members of the University of Virginia Management Company
for noted terms beginning July 1, 1998:
-
- A.
MacDonald Caputo, for four years,
- Matthew
G. Thompson, for three years,
- Christine
P. Gustafson, for two years, and
XXIX. RESOLUTION OF AFFIRMATION FOR THE PRESIDENT
The following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, The Honorable
James S. Gilmore, III, at the 1998 Final Exercises, publicly recognized
the leadership of Our President, John T. Casteen, III, in making
the University of Virginia the number one public University in
the United States; and
WHEREAS, Our President has developed, implemented, and led the
most successful Capital Campaign ever among public universities
and has raised more than $700 million to date, in record time;
and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Rector and Visitors of the
University of Virginia add their acknowledgement to that of Our
Governor in recognizing the central role that Our President has
played in leading the University to its current position as the
number one public university in the United States; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Rector and Visitors of the University
extend their heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to the
President for this significant accomplishment, and pledge to him
Our support in the years to come in sustaining this high level
of academic excellence; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Rector and Visitors express our full
confidence in Our President to successfully complete the ongoing
Capital Campaign, and encourage all alumni and friends of the
University to come forward and assist Our President in achieving
the historic goal we have set for him, to wit, to raise $1 billion
by the end of the year 2000; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Rector and Visitors concur in the vision
of academic excellence articulated by Our President in his 1998
State of the University Address, and charge him to initiate immediately
all proper and appropriate planning and execution for each of
the four above-described initiatives, with the expectation and
understanding that our intent is for him to lead the University
toward implementation of these initiatives concurrently and to
continue beyond the completion of the Capital Campaign.
XXX. REPORT FROM THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE TO HEAR AN APPEAL TO
A TENURE DECISION
After hearing a report from the Special Committee appointed by
the Rector to consider a request to the Board of Visitors to hear
an appeal to a tenure decision, the Board concurred in the Committee's
recommendation that the Board of Visitors not hear the appeal.
On motion, the meeting was adjourned at 1:05 p.m.