April 22, 2007
BOARD OF REGENTS RETREAT
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM
| Members Present: |
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Leroy L. Hermes, Chair
Michael J. Cemo, Vice Chair Calvin W. Stephens, Secretary Dennis D. Golden Raul A. Gonzalez Morgan Dunn O’Connor Lynden B. Rose Christopher Sharpe Welcome W. Wilson, Sr. Jim P. Wise |
The University of Houston System Board of Regents convened in the French Room at The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center on Sunday, April 22, 2007. Noting the presence of a quorum, Chairman Hermes called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m.
Chairman Hermes opened the meeting by welcoming everyone to the meeting. He thanked the regents, Dr. Gogue, and the other presidents and administrators for their attendance.
The first item on the agenda, Item B, was on UH System Research given by Dr. Donald Birx, Vice Chancellor/Vice President for Research. Dr. Birx gave an in-depth powerpoint presentation on the research enterprise at the UH System universities, including a discussion of areas of research strength and opportunities for increased external funding. This item was for information only and required no action by the board. A copy of this presentation is on file in the Board office.
After this item was presented, Chairman Hermes recessed the board for a 15 minute break.
At 3:06 p.m., Chairman Hermes reconvened the board meeting.
The next item on the agenda was Item C, an Update on the Comprehensive Campaign – UH System. Chairman Hermes turned the meeting over to Mr. Michael Rierson, Vice Chancellor/Vice President for University Advancement, who presented the item. Mr. Rierson reported to the board that progress was being made in University Advancement and that organizational changes were taking place. He also gave an update on current fundraising priorities and discussed ways in which members of the board could assist with specific development opportunities now and in the future. This item was for information only and required no action by the board.
Chairman Hermes then introduced the next item on the agenda, Item D, Chancellor/ President Search – UH System. Chairman Hermes introduced Mr. Bill Funk, whose search firm was selected for this process and turned the meeting over to Mr. Funk for his comments.
Mr. Funk stated he was honored to have been selected by the board as the search firm for this process. Mr. Funk gave an overview of his expertise in the higher education field and his prior experience with the University of Houston. He stated he was very familiar with the university having done a number of searches in the past and present. He expressed his desire to work closely with the board on this very important endeavor and was confident that a new Chancellor/President would be chosen to move the University forward to the next level of excellence.
Pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, which allows governing boards to meet in closed session, the Board of Regents went into Executive Session at 4:07 p.m. The Board reconvened the meeting at 5:28 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT
Chairman Hermes announced that the regents consulted with General Counsel, Dona Hamilton and discussed personnel issues. No action was taken in Executive Session.
In absence of further business, the Board adjourned at 5:28 p.m.
All documentation submitted to the Board in support of the foregoing action items, including but not limited to “Passed” agenda items and supporting documentation presented to the Board, is incorporated herein and made a part of these minutes for all purposes; however, this does not constitute a waiver of any privileges contained herein.
| Others Present: | ||
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Jay Gogue
Bill Staples John M. Rudley Dona Hamilton David Bell Bill Funk |
Tim Hudson
Grover Campbell Donald J. Foss Michael Rierson James Anderson Lucy Limon |
Max Castillo
Elwyn C. Lee Donald Birx Joe Kotarba Ed Hugetz Gerry Mathisen |
