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MINUTES
Edìnboro University of Pennsylvania Council of Trustees
Q uarterly Business Meeting
Tuesday, M arch 10,2015
2:00 p.m.
Craw ford Center Conference Room
Prior to the quarterly, public meeting o f the Edinboro University Council o f Trustees, Council
members met beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Committee Meeting with President Wollman and
members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) until 12:00 Noon. ELT members present:
Provost Hannan, Vice Presidents Brown and Sabio, Interim Associate Vice President for
Financial Operations Eric Sheppard and Director of University Communications Jeffrey
Hileman. In addition, it is also noted that this session was attended by members of the public
and Edinboro University Students respectively: Lisa Adams (news anchor WSEE) and camera
operator and students Tyler Jemetz and William “Lee” Galt IV.
Topics reviewed and discussed included:
EXECUTIVE - President Wollman
Protection of Minor/Backgi’ound Check Policy - Policy and Implementation
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS - Provost Michael H annan
Curriculum Changes
Elimination of 10% premium for Educational Psychology Graduate Program
Proposed STEM Fee
ADVANCEMENT » President Wollman
Advancement Results
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION - Vice President Gil Brown
Current Year Projection based on 12/31/14 Actual and Spring Enrollments
Financial Dashboard
At approximately 12:20 p.m., Chair Horan called members of the Council into Executive
Session. A brief Executive Session was held with President Wollman, followed by lunch and
continued infonnal conversation.
Chair Horan called the public meeting to order at 2:07 p.m. The Chair directed the Recording
Secretary to conduct Roll Call. The following Council members were present:
Ms. Barbara Chaffee
Mr. Dennis Frampton
Mr. Daniel Higham
Mr. John Horan
Mr. Robert Lowther, Jr.
Ms. Kathy Pape
Mr. Harold Shields
Mr. Ronald Steele
Mr. Timothy Wächter
Mr. Shaquan Walker (via phone)
ABSENT: Trustee John Pulice

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For the record it was noted that in addition to President Julie Wollman, the following individuals were in
attendance at the Council of Trustees’ quarterly business meeting:
Dr. Alan Biel, Dean —Graduate Studies and Reseai'ch and Interim Dean - School of Education
Mr. Guilbert Brown, Vice President for Finance and Administration
Ms. Sherri A. Galvin, Assistant to the President and Recording Secretaiy
Dr. Michael Hannan, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Mr. Jeffrey Hileman, Director of Communications
Dr. Scott Miller - Dean ~ School of Business and Interim Dean - College of Arts, Humanities
and Social Sciences
Mr. Wayne Patterson, Acting Director for Human Resources and Faculty Relations
Dr. Nathan Ritchey, Dean - College of Science and Health Professions and Vice President for
Strategic Initiatives
Dr. Kahan Sabio, Vice President for Student Affairs
Ml*. Eric Sheppard, Interim Associate Vice President for Financial Operations
Guests:
Mr. William (Lee) Galt IV, EU Student Government Association (EUSGA) President-Elect
Mr. Tyler Jemetz, EUSGA Vice President
Mr. Jordan Guerrein, WJET-TV reporter and camera operator
Following the conduct of Roll Call, the Recording Secretary verified the presence of a quorum. Chair
Horan noted for the record that the proceedings o f the Edinboro University Council of Trustees meetings
are recorded. Therefore, public disclosure to those in attendance via his verbal announcement and the
written public notice avoids any violation of the Pennsylvania Wire Tapping Act. He then moved to the
first order of business - Public Comment. The Chair invited comment from the public in attendance.
Hearing no requests from members of the public to speak, Chair Horan moved on to the next item - Old
Business. Chair Horan noted the receipt and electronic distribution of the meeting materials. He
specifically noted the receipt of Minutes from the Special Meeting held on December 12, 2014, and
Minutes of the Quarterly Business meeting held on November 11, 2014, and entertained a motion
calling for approval o f those Minutes. Due to the presence and participation of Trustee Walker via
conference call, Chair Horan directed the Recording Secretary to conduct a Roll Call vote. It was
voted, on motion of Trustees Chaffee, seconded by Trustees Higham and Lowther to approve the abovereferenced minutes as presented.
Results Roll Call vote - Minutes of Special Meeting held on December 12,2014 and
M inutes of the Q uarterly Business meeting held on November 11,2014
Aye
Nay
Absent
Trustee Chaffee
X
Trustee Frampton
X
Trustee Higham
X
Trustee Lowther
X
Trustee Pape
X
Trustee Pulice
X
Trustee Shields
X
Trustee Steele
X
Trustee Wächter
X
Trustee Walker (via phone) X
Chair Horan
X
The motion passed with unanimous approval by the Council present.

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The Chair then asked President Wollman to deliver her report to the Council of Trustees.
President Wollman began her report by thanking all of the Trustees and the many other
constituents who participated in the Triennial Presidential Evaluation process. The President
stated that she is eager to receive the feedback resulting from the process and is committed to
using the feedback to grow as a leader and to the benefit of this University. She recognized the
immense amount of time and effort that goes into such a process. In particular, President
Wollman wanted to go on record and formally thank Tnistee Wächter (Chair) and Trustees Pape
and Trustee Steele who served to assist Trustee Wächter.
President Wollman next spoke about the results of the University’s new recruitment and yield
efforts. The President reported that for the freshman class beginning Fall 2015, deposits by
admitted students, which signal a commitment to matiiculate at Edinboro University, are up
more than 10% this week. The tuition pilot progi-am approved for out-of-state freshman shows
tremendous response with deposits up over 70%. At Porreco College, the admissions office
received over 230 applications for the 2015 Fall semester; after accepting 52 new students for the
start of the Spring 2015 semester and adding to the already 174 new students who started there in
the Fall 2014. In summary, this is a very positive trend in the right direction, and it is apparent
that the leadership of Chris LaRusso and the hard work of his staff in the Admissions office has
made a difference.
The President moved next to the reporting o f Fall to Spring retention which was once again at
91% (same as last year) and showing a slight increase from previous years. The success can be
attributed to the comprehensive new approach implemented by Ms. Fai Howard, Director of
Academic Success and Student Retention. Also, this new approach promises to improve Spring
to Fall retention rates this year. This period of time is traditionally a challenge for all institutions
as colleges and universities tend to lose far more students between Spring and Fall than Fall to
Spring. Ms. Howard and her staffare working hard and have some very specific strategies in
place to improve retention Spring to Fall.
President Wollman next spoke about the new Constituent Experience program (formerly refen-ed
to as the Customer Experience program). At the University, we ai'e working very hard to
improve the quality of service that people receive when they interact with a University office or
an individual who works at the University. The President stated that we know the quality of
service is good, but that we want it to be excellent! Initiatives already underway have improved
morale, pride and workplace satisfaction which are fundamental to good service. The Edinboro
Excellence program will continue with the weekly recognition of an employee, faculty, or staff
who has accomplished something extraordinary. Fighting Scots Friday have begun whereby the
President has challenged and encouraged each and every employee and department to show
their Boro Pride by wearing Boro logo gear or plaid. She noted that the initiative has been wellreceived and even has become a bit competitive with departments posting pictures on the
Edinboro University Facebook page. Also, a brand new initiative has been undertaken by
President Wollman called Points o f Pride. The idea is to share good news about the University
or the community. The first Point of Pride message was sent out by President Wollman this past
week and featured Admissions data (shared with Council members at the start of the President’s
report) noting an upward trend in new freshman and out-of-state students planning to attend
Edinboro University this fall. Already, President Wollman is in receipt of positive feedback
regarding this new initiative. An effort has been made to share the University’s marketing
materials with all of the employees to increase awareness of their existence. These great ads
feature not only current students, but also successful alumni. Aixangements will be made for the
Council’s viewing of the new alumni video at the April Study Session. Plans have also been

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undertaken for the development and formal presentation of a new employee orientation program
and the offer of ongoing professional development programs for University employees. There
will be an assessment tool in place for each o f these program initiatives to help determine
outcomes and effectiveness. The President reported that Edinboro University will participate in
the Great Colleges to Work For survey process for the third consecutive year. This survey and
other internal measurers are good assessments o f how successful these and other initiatives have
been.
Next, the President reported that through continued discipline and efficiency, this year’s
projected $4.5 M deficit has been reduced to a projected deficit of just under $2.1 M, and the
administration will work to reduce this figure even further.
President Wollman then spoke about the successful trip in Febiuary to Florida. She and Dr. King
connected with a number of alumni and ftiends of the University who have the potential to be
five and six figure donors to the University. The alumni gathering and friend-raising bay cruise
held in Clearwater was very well attended and drew 50% more attendees than last year. Dr.
King and the President also had an oppoitunity to meet with and cultivate some major donors
who ai’e fnends of the University and have made significant gifts in the past year to Edinboro
University. In summary, it was a good trip that allowed us to meet people and shai’e with them
the Edinboro University story about what is happening on campus.
President Wollman commented on the successful visit of PASSHE Chancellor Brogan to the
Edinboro University campus in Febmary. During his visit here, Chancellor Brogan met with
Trustees, faculty, staff and students. He consistently heard about the important and innovative
initiatives taking place and that these are making a difference to those that we serve.
In closing, the President commented on the many accomplishments o f students in the areas of
academic, athletic and co-curricular activities and how extremely proud she is of all students.
These students continue to bring great recognition to the University. President Wollman stated
that she feels incredibly fortunate to be on a campus, come to work every day to serve the
students, and to enjoy all the successes because of their hard work and dedication.
Chair Horan thanked President Wollman for the delivery o f an informative report. He next
called on Trustee Wächter to provide an update on the conduct of the triennial evaluation of
President Wollman. Tioistee Wächter reported that he, Trustees Pape and Steele, and the external
consultant Dr. Patricia Cormier had met with approximately 70 individuals from our internal and
external University community representing a very wide group of constituents. The review
committee met with constituents either in person or via telephone conference here on campus or
at the PoiTeco College on February 26-27. A time period will be arranged for the review
committee to meet with remaining members of the Council of Trustees in order to finalize the
process. Trustee Wächter stated that a final report will be ready for presentation at the next
meeting o f the Council on Tuesday, April 28.
Under New Business, Chair Horan requested Provost Hannan to come forward for the delivery
of the Academic Affairs Committee report. Dr. Hannan noted receipt, in an electronic folder, of
a number of information items. These included: the Academic Affairs report (Attachment #1);
Individuals Granted Emeritus Status and Posthumous Emeritus Status; and Individuals Granted
Sabbatical Leave 2016-2017 and Fall 2015. Provost Hannan highlighted the following entries
from the report:

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Accreditation
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On March 1, the monitoring report was submitted to the Middle States Commission on
Higher Education. The report contains a strong argument that we have a sustainable and
viable financial plan for the University moving forwai’d. Edinboro University will host a
small team visit March 3 0 -A p ril 1,2015.
Also, at its November 2014 meeting, the Commission on Accreditation (COA) reviewed
the Reaffirmation application for the University’s baccalaureate social work program,
and voted to reaffiim the program’s accreditation for eight years until October 2021. He
noted that a Progress Report is due August 30, 2015.

Academic Program Initiatives
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Edinboro and Clarion Universities’ Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program was
named one of the nation’s best online graduate programs by US News & World Report.
The program ranked 21®‘ of 96 top tier programs in the magazine’s 2015 Best Online
Graduate Nursing Programs survey.
As part of our Pon*eco College programming initiatives, the University has partnered
with the Pennsylvania Electric Company (Penelec) to offer an educational program
designed to train the next generation of utility line workers. Program participants will
earn an Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Electric Utility
Technology and was the program presented to the Council of Trustees for its approval in
December. The Provost reported that a successful Open House event was held in
February, where well over 100 applications were received for the first 24 seats in that
program. He estimates that there were probably more than 200 people total present at the
first information session.
Next, Provost Hannan reported on the formation of a new Institute for Forensic Sciences,
led by three of University faculty: Dr. Tenore Barbián (History, Anthi’opology and
World Languages), Professor Michelle Vitali (Art) and Dr. Theodore Yeshion (Political
Science and Criminal Justice). The Institute was formed to provide excellence in
undergraduate education and training in the forensic sciences by drawing on faculty from
diverse academic disciplines, including criminal justice, anthropology and art. By
promoting faculty and student research and providing opportunities for students to
engage in real-world forensic projects, the Institute will be able to enhance the
educational experience for students interested in a multitude of forensic disciplines.

Faculty Recognition
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Next, Provost Hannan highlighted the following faculty accomplishments noting that
there are many others featured in the written report (pages 2-3).
o Dr. Victoria Hedderick (Nursing) received the National 2015 ELSIE Award for
Active Learning in the Classroom. Elsevier publishing company annually
recognizes the work of outstanding nurse educators in the areas of Simulation,
Clinical Education and Active Learning in the classroom,
o Also, Dr. Linda Best (Early Childhood and Reading) successfully completed the
Quality Matters Master Reviewer Certification. This is a program that ensures
that faculty in their online courses meet very high and rigorous national standards.
She is just one of a number of our faculty who have completed that certification.

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Student Recognition
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Provost Hannan stated that there were numerous student recognitions also contained in
the wiitten report (pages 3-6). He highlighted one in particular from the list; five
Edinboro University Honor Program students were selected to present their research at
the 49*“*Annual National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) Conference in Denver,
Colorado. One of those students, Megan Kunst, presented her research Using
Mathematical Perspective, that explored how mathematics relates to the linear
perspective used in art, and she won first place in the Visual Arts category at that
conference.

For the record, two informational items were shared with members of the Council - the names
and department affiliation o f Individuals granted Emeritus Status and also those faculty granted
Sabbatical Leave for 2016-17 and Fall 2015.
Individuals Granted Emeritus Status and Posthumous Emeritus Status pecember 2014)
Name
Beckman, Dr. Marian
Bohne, Ms. Luciana
Holtz, Dr. Jo
McConnell, Dr. Robert
Van den Honert, Dr. Peter
Walcavich, Dr. Maureen
Winterberger, Ms. Suzanne
Wreh-Wilson, Dr. D. Elliott
POSTHUMOUS EMERITUS
Azicri, Dr. Max

Department
Counseling, School Psychology, and Special Education
English and Liberal Studies
Middle & Secondary Education and Educational Leadership
Office for Students with Disabilities
Music
Early Childhood and Reading
Art
Philosophy

Political Science and Criminal Justice

Individuals Granted Sabbatical Leave 2016-17 and Fall 2015
Fall 2015 (full navi
Orr, Dr. Penelope
Art
Academic Year 2016-2017 (half nav)
Lee, Dr. Wook
Geosciences
Fall 2016 (full navi
Baifone, Dr. Jeffrey J.
Morrow, Dr. Gregory D.
Sheehy, Dr. Donald G.
Thompson, Dr. Timothy N.

English and Philosophy
Psychology
English and Philosophy
Communication Studies

Soring 2017 (full pavJ
Craig, Dr. Ronald A.
Gibson, Dr. Melissa K.
Hoffman, Dr. Gerald
Molnar, Mr. .Joseph M.
Repp, Mr. John W.
Roberts, Jr., Dr. James W.

Psychology
Communication Studies
Chemistry
Mathematics and Computer Science
English and Philosophy
Health and Physical Education

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Provost Hannan noted that although one of the granted sabbatical leaves appeared to be a bit out
of order. Dr. Penelope Orr with a Fall 2015 leave. It was granted pending notification of her
selection for a 2015-16 Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant If selected. Dr. Orr will study in England
and review new techniques used in Europe in Art Therapy. Currently, Dr. Orr is the leader in
our online Art Therapy program.
Dr. Hannan continued to present on the next topic, an Academic Affairs action items in which
President Wollman and he recommend the approval of the following Program Revisions,
Reorganizations and New Tracks/Concentrations. These included:
PROGRAM REVISIONS
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA): Studio Arts (0392)
Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science -

Biology
Biology/Pre-Dental
Biology/Pre-Medical
Biology/Pre-Veterinary

Educational Specialist in School Psychology (8700)
Master o f Arts - Counseling - College Counseling
PROGRAM REVISION/TITLE CHANGE
Master of Arts in Counseling - Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (formerly Rehabilitation
Counseling)
PROGRAM REVISIONS/APDITION O F NEW TRACK/CONCENTRATIQN
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science - Wildlife Biology
Bachelor of Science - Geology - Energy Resources
Following Provost Hannan’s summary of this action item, Chair Horan entertained a motion to
accept the recommendation of the President and Dr. Hannan relative to the academic affairs
program changes noted above. If was voted, on motion of Trustee Higham, seconded by
Tioistees Pape to approve the above-referenced motion. Hearing no further questions or
concerns, the Chair directed the Recording Secretary to conduct a Roll Call vote.
Results Roll Call vote - Approval of Program Revisions, Reorganizations, and New
Tracks/Concentration
Trustee Chaffee
Trustee Frampton
Trustee Higham
Trustee Lowther
Trustee Pape
Trustee Pulice
Trustee Shields
Trustee Steele
Trustee Wächter
Trustee Walker (via phone)
Chair Horan

Aye
X
X
X
X
X

Nay

Absent

X

X
X
X
X
X

The motion passed with unanimous approval by the Council.

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Since there were no additional items to report by Provost Hannan, the Chair requested Vice
President Gil Brown to deliver a divisional report on behalf of Finance and Administration.
Mr. Brown stated that he had two informational items to share with the Council and one Action
item to present. He began the informational report with an apology and distribution of a revised
report. Vice President Brown reported that the earlier version distributed electronically
contained reference to departmental goals that had not yet been ftdly vetted within the
University. Therefore, he asked that the Recording Secretary utilize the revised report
(Attachment #2) for the meeting record. Again, Mr. Brown reiterated that no items had been
added to the report.
Vice President Brown provided a quick overview of some of the achievements in the area of
Enterprise Systems, Facilities Management, General Accounting, Institutional Research and
Network and Telecommunications:

Enterprise Systems
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The Enterprise Systems group completed the implementation and installation of
BoroReports which is the University’s data warehouse reporting solution. This is a
project that was embarked on with Indiana University’s Information Technology
department; and it has been a collaborative, shared service effort.
In addition. Enterprise Systems partnered with Communications and Mai'keting to launch
a new website for Edinboro University. This project required vast amounts of
programming, testing, server setup, backup and recovery development and deployment of
a business continuity strategy. Vice President Brown encouraged all to visit the new
website to view the improvements and its potential to be a great informational tool for the
institution.

Facilities Management
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Efforts continue to refine energy management initiatives such as detailed limits on
building temperature control. A detailed analysis of energy usage by building on campus
has commenced. As a result, we project over $600,000 in savings on energy costs
compared to budget.
In addition, we are working together with the Edinboro University Foundation and Altair
Property Management to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) to outsource all
maintenance and custodial services for the Highlands.
At the top of page two of the written report. Vice President Brown noted the listing of
facilities renovations and grounds improvement projects that were either completed or are
underway. Near the bottom of that same page, there is a list of small capital projects that
have been completed over the past six months and some new projects to be coordinated
in the coming months (e.g. Earlley Hall Art Department renovation project out to bid by
the end of the Spring 2015 semester. Rose Hall elevator project and campus
improvements on the Porreco College campus in Erie).
In the final stages is the design/engineering proposal for a detailed overall campus
assessment of exterior door systems. This will assist in the preparation of a bid proposal
calling for the installation of card access for all buildings on campus which will permit
remote “lockdown” capabilities by the Campus Police during crisis situations.
Lastly, and in the last stage, is a design proposal for the assessment of Library space
utilization in the fuither development of the Academic Learning Commons in support of
student success.

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General Accounting
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Vice President Brown and staff have worked to achieve a monthly “soft close” of
financial activity and prepared a year end forecast for presentation and review by senior
management and members of the Council of Trustees.
Work continues by Technology and Communications to automate some manual
interfaces between the Bursar’s office, Financial Aid and the Registrar’s office.

Institutional Research
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A Data Quality group has been established to ensure that student data and student records
used to analyze performance is of the highest quality possible. This group is comprised
of Institutional Research, Enteiprise Systems, Registrar, Undergraduate Admissions and
Graduate Admissions staff.

Network and Telecommunications
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With regard to internet services, the bandwidth has been upgraded from 500 MG to 1 GB
at half of the cost. These services are now provided by Penn REN which is a consortium
of organizations across Pennsylvania.

For the record, Vice President Brown noted that the list of personnel actions had been provided
to them electronically. These representative transactions have taken place since the last quarterly
business meeting held on November 11, 2014. These include:
NEW HIRES/REPLACEMENTS/CONTINUATIONS
Abbondanza, Mr. Lawrence, part-time (up to 25%), temporary, Instructor, Business and
Economics Department, spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective January 10,2015.
Adams, Ms. Jacklyn, regular, part-time, Nurse Aide, Attendant Care program, at $14.23
hourly effective October 21,2014.
Aulenbacher, Ms. Ciystal, régulai', full-time, Patrol Officer, University Police
Department, at $34,801.00 effective January 5,2015.
Bayletts, Ms. Angélique, regular, pait-time (wage), Nurse Aide, Attendant Cai'e program,
at $14.23 hourly effective November 10,2014.
Cook, Ms. Margo, regular, part-time (wage). Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant Care
Program, at $20.47 hourly effective October 24, 2014.
Cooper, Ms. Becky, regular, part-time (wage) Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant Care
Program, at $20.47 hourly effective October 22, 2014.
Cotterill, Mr. Justus, full-time (up to 100%), temporary, Insft-uctor, Art Department,
spring 2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective January 10, 2015.
Everett, Ms. Sarah, part-time (up to 33%), temporary, Instructor, Art Department, spring
2015 semester, at $7,768.25 effective January 10, 2015.
Fry, Ms. Marjorie M., full-time (up to 100%), temporary. Instructor, English and
Philosophy Department, spring 2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective Januai'y 10,2015.
Fuller, Ms. Monica, regular, part-time (wage) Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant Care
program, at $20.47 hourly effective November 27,2014.
Gilbert, Ms. Lashawn, regular, part-time (wage), Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant
Care Program, at $20.47 hourly effective October 21, 2014.
Hardner, Ms. Kimberly, full-time (up to 100%), temporary, Instructor, Social Work
Department, spring 2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective January 10, 2015.

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continued - New Hires/Replacements/Continuations
Hippely, Mrs. Jessica E., part-time (up to 30%), temporaiy, Insti'uctor, Counseling and
Psychological Services Department, spring 2015 semester, at $7,708.07 effective January 10,2015.
Joseph, Ms. Rosanne, part-time (up to 75%), temporary, Instructor, Speech, Language
and Hearing Department, spring 2015 semester, at $17,478.57 effective January 10,2015.
Keller, Ms. Karen, full-time, temporary (wage). Custodial Worker 1, Facilities
Department, at $12.62 hourly effective October 24,2014.
Knappenberger, Ms. Merri Beth, part-time (up to 50%), temporary, Instructor,
Counseling, School Psychology and Special Education Department, spring 2015 semester, at
$11,652.38 effective January 10, 2015.
LeSuer, Ms. Amy L., part-time (up to 80%), temporary, Instructor, Nursing Department,
spring 2015 semester at $18,643.81 effective January 10,2015.
Lott, Ml-. Edward, full-time (up to 100%), temporary, Insti*uctor, Art Department, spring
2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective January 10,2015.
Mason-Baughman, Dr. Mary Beth, tenure track. Associate Professor, Speech, Language
and Hearing Department, at $83,704.48 effective August 22,2015.
Mayle, Mr. Gregoiy, part-time (up to 25%), temporai-y. Instructor, Business and
Economics Department, spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective January 10, 2015.
McCallum, Ms. Christine, part-time (up to 25%), temporary, Instructor, Business and
Economics Department, spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective Januaiy 10,2015.
Mitchell, Dr. Thomas J., part-time, temporary (wage). Staff Physician 2, Ghering Health
Center, at $67.51 hourly effective January 15,2015.
Montero-Weber, Ms. Natalie M., full-time (up to 100%), temporary. Instructor, Social
Work Department, spring 2015 semester at $23,304.77 effective January 10,2015.
Mugur Nagaraj, Ms. Megha Jois, full-time (up to 100%), temporary. Instructor, Ait
Department, spring 2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective January 10,2015.
Nietupski, Mr. Gery T., part-time (up to 25%), temporary. Instructor, Business and
Economics Department, spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective January 10,2015.
Olin, Dr. Tracy C., full-time (up to 100%), temporary, Instructor, Chemistry Department,
spring 2015 semester, at $24,470.01 effective Januaiy 10,2015.
Reese, Ms. Cassandra, full-time (up to 100%), temporary. Instructor, Art Department,
spring 2015 semester, at $23,304.77 effective Januai-y 10,2015.
Renick, Mr. Stephen, régulai-, full-time, Equipment Operator B, Facilities Department, at
$31,335.00 effective December 15, 2014.
Runiewicz, Ms. Melissa, régulai", part-time. Nurse Aide, Attendant Care Program, at
$14.23 hourly effective October 21,2014.
Schlemmer, Dr. Ross, part-time (up to 25%), temporaiy. Instructor, Art Department,
spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective January 10, 2015.
Schmidt, Mrs. Amy L., recall as a regular, pait-time (up to 50%), Biology and Health
Sei-vices Department, at $12,846.78 effective January 10,2015.
Schrader, Ms. Judy, full-time, temporary (wage). Custodial Worker 1, Facilities
Depaifment, at $12.62 hourly effective October 25,2014.
Siggia, Ms. Patsy, regular, part-time (wage), Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant Cai'e
Program, at $20.47 hourly effective November 10, 2014.
Spagel, Mr. Thomas, part-time (up to 50%), temporary. Instructor, Business and
Economics Department, spring 2015 semester, at $11,652.38 effective Januaiy 10, 2015.
Stein, Mr. Erik, full-time, temporary, 9-month, Area Coordinator (SUA 2), Residence
Life and Housing Office, at $34,530.00 effective February 9,2015.
Stinely, Ms. Alison, part-time (up to 33%), temporaiy. Instructor, Art Department, spring
2015 semester, at $7,768.25 effective January 10,2015.

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continued - New Hires/Replacements/Continuations
Vincent, Mr. Jon, régulai-, ftiU-time, Patrol Officer, University Police Department, at
$34,801.00 effective January 5,2015.
Weber, Dr. Thomas J., part-time (up to 25%), temporary. Instructor, Art Department,
spring 2015 semester, at $5,826.19 effective January 10,2015.
Whitford, Ms. Beth, regular, part-time (wage), Nurse Aide, Attendant Care Program, at
$14.23 hourly effective November 29, 2014.
RESIGNATIQN/SEPARATIONS
Baney, Ms. Nylene, regular, full-time, Clerk Typist 2, Communication Studies and
Journalism and Public Relations Departments, effective with the close of business December 5,
2014.
Combs, Dr. Steven C., Dean for the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences,
effective with the close of business January 23,2015.
Cooper, Ms. Becky, Licensed Practical Nurse, Attendant Care Program, effective with
the close of business October 28,2014.
Hart, Ms. Janice, régulai-, full-time, 9-month, Nurse Aide, Office for Students with
Disabilities, effective with the close of business January 30, 2015.
Miller, Mr. Michael, regular, fiill-time. Assistant Football Coach, Athletic Depai-tment,
effective with the close of business February 20,2015.
Richard, Dr. Andrea, On-Call Staff Physician 2, Ghering Student Health and Wellness
Center, effective with the elose of business December 24,2014.
Slipcevic, Mr. Gerald, part-time, hourly, Special Vehicle Transportation Operator, Office
for Students with Disabilities, effective with the close of business November 10, 2014.
Taylor, Ms. Simone N., Clerk Typist 2, Social Work Department, effective with the close
o f business October 30,2014.
Whitney, Ms. Heather E., Clerk Typist 2, Graduate Studies and Research and School of
Education Depai-tment, effective with the close of business November 24,2014.
RETIREMENTS
Bierer, Mrs. Mary, Laborer, Facilities Department, effective with the close of business
January 31,2015.
Edwards, Dr. Charles A., Professor, Psychology Department, effective with the close of
business May 29, 2015.
Hayes, Ms. Valerie O., Director of Social Equity, effective with the dose of business
November 30,2014.
Joslyn, Ms. Anita, Administrative Assistant 1, Records and Registration Department,
effective with the close of business March 20, 2015.
Murdock, Ms. Linda, Payroll Supervisor, Budget and Payroll Office, effective with the
close of business February 27, 2015.
Nesbitt, Mr. Robert, Storekeeper 2, Facilities Department, effective with the close of
business April 17,2015.
Spiller, Dr. Ronald, Assistant Professor, History, Anthropology, and World Languages
Department, effective with the close of business May 29,2015.
Stupiansky, Dr. Nicholas G., Professor, Middle and Secondary Education and
Educational Leadership Department, effective with the close of business January 9,2015.
Thewes, Dr. Theresa, Professor, Chemistiy Department, effective with the close of
business May 29,2015.
Waite-Stupiansky, Dr. Sandra, Professor, Early Childhood and Reading Department,
effective with the close of business May 29,2015.

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continued -Retirements
Webb, Mrs. Blare E., Clerk Typist 2, Technology and Communications Office, effective
with the close of business December 26,2014.
COACHING CONTRACTS/RENEWALS/CHANGE IN STATUS
Battle, Mr. Raven, Regular, Full-time, Assistant Football Coach, at $43,105.00 effective
March 2, 2015 through March 2, 2016.
Bradford, Mr. Wayne, Regular, Full-time, Assistant Football Coach, contract extended
through March 1, 2017.
Browning, Mr. Scott, Regular, Full-time, Head Football Coach, contract extended
through March 1, 2018.
Cleary, Mr. J. Patrick, Full-time, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, contract extended
through July 1,2016.
Cooke, Mr. Kevin, Regular, Full-time, Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach, contract
extended through September 1,2018.
Flynn, Mr. Tim, Head Wrestling Coach, contract extended through July 1,2018.
Kagiavas, Mr. Gary, Regular, Full-time, Head Women’s Soccer Coach, contract extended
through March 1,2018.
Kelly, Mr. Aubrey, Regular, Full-time, Assistant Football Coach, at $40,000.00 effective
November 23, 2014 through January 6,2016.
Rhodes, Mr. Christopher, Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach, contract
extended through July 1, 2018.
Soboleski, Ms. Melissa, Regular, Full-time, Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, contract
extended through March 1,2018.
Swank, Mr. Stanley, Head Women’s Basketball Coach, contract extended through July 1, 2018.
CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT RENEWALS
Biel, Dr. Alan, Dean, Graduate Studies and Research, effective January 11, 2015 through
June 30, 2016 and Interim Dean, School of Education, effective July 1,2015 through June 30,2016.
Kraus, Mi*. Eric, Police Supervisor, continued security and related tasks during off duty
hours at Edinboro University - the Porreco College at $35.00 per day, effective November 17,
2014 thi'ough June 30, 2015.
Miller, Dr. Scott, Interim Dean for the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences,
at an increase in salary by $25,000 annually, effective January 5,2015 through June 30,2016.
Patterson, Mr. Wayne E., Acting Social Equity/Title IX Director, at $97,046.18 effective
November 22, 2014 until a Director of Social Equity/Title DC is secured.

SICK LEAVE
SUMMARY - Thirteen (13) members of the Edinboro University campus staff utilized sick,
Family Medical Leave Act leave or parental leave during the report period.
EDUCATIONAL LEAVE
Petruso, Mrs. Amy, educational leave of absence beginning January 12, 2015 through
M ays, 2015.
CHANGE IN STATUS
Acker, Ms. Deborah, lateral transfer from Regular, full-time, 9-month, Clerk Typist 2,
Office for Students with Disabilities, to regular, full-time. Clerk Typist 2 , 12-month,
Undergraduate Admissions, effective January 19,2015.

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Hilbert, Mr. Michael, from temporary, full-time, Project Manager, Manager 180, to
regular, full-time, Manager of Capital Projects and Energy, Manager 180, Facilities Department,
effective February 7, 2015.
Honhart, Mr. Aaron, voluntary demotion from Police Specialist, Step 4, to Patrol Officer,
Step 6, University Police Department, at $38,557.00 effective January 24, 2015.
Hudacky, Mr. Richai'd, end of out-of-class assignment as Semi-Skilled Laborer in
Facilities Department effective February 6, 2015.
Mitchell, Mr. John, reclassification from a Management Grade Level 160 to a Management
Grade 170, at a salary increase of 11.26% ($5,000.00), effective November 15, 2014.
Ochs, Ms. Wendy L., from regular, part-time (wage) Nurse Aide, to regular, full-time
(9-month) Nurse Aide in the Attendant Care Program, effective October 29, 2014.
PROMOTION - NON-FACULTY
DiNicoIa, Mr. Anthony, Semi-Skilled Laborer to Equipment Operator B, at $31,335.00,
effective December 15, 2014.
Frick, Mr. Gregory, Equipment Operator B to Campus Grounds Supei*visor, at
$40,039.00, effective November 1,2014.
Ritchey, Dr. Nathan, Dean of the College of Science and Health Professions and Vice
President for Strategic Initiatives, at an increase in total salary by $25,000.00 annually, effective
January 5, 2015.
Snelick, Mr. Richard, Custodial Worker 1 to Semi-Skilled Laborer, at $28,323.00,
effective February 7,2015.
Vincent, Ms. Angela C., Chief of Police, at $80,000.00, effective February 7.2015.
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Involuntary Leave Without Pay With Benefits (LWOP)
WINTER BREAK
NAME

POSITION

Hayes, Scott
Cook, Margo
Gilbert, Lashawn
Fuller, Monica
Siggia, Patsy
Borczon, Mark
Burns, Alice
Hilt, Julie
Hurta, Heather
Jones, Alisha
McCarthy, Brian
McIntosh, Nicola
Ochs, Wendy
Roberts, Debora
Russell, Joyce
Wisniewski, Virginia
Yonkin, Jessica
Pasky, David
Thomas, Beth
Adams, Jacklyn
Runiewicz, Melissa
Bayletts, Angélique
Whitford, Beth
Price, Lorraine

LPN
PT Hourly Licensed Practical Nurse
PT Hourly Licensed Practical Nurse
PT Hourly Licensed Practical Nurse
PT Hourly Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nuree Aide
Nuree Aide
Nuree Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
PT Hourly Nurse Aide
Special Transport Vehicle Coordinator

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o f f ic e f o r s t u d e n t s w it h d is a b il it ie s

Involuntary Leave W ithout Pay With Benefits (LWOP)
WINTER BREAK
NAME

POSITION

Fox, Gail
Gregor, Michael
Medilovic, Sejad
Swanson, Roger
Timko, Carl
Kuhn, Donald
Fry, Karen
Fetzner-Jensen, Mary
Michaels, Eileen
Bidwell, Kelly

Special Transport Vehicle Coordinator
Special Transport Vehicle Operator
Special Transport Vehicle Operator
Special Transport Vehicle Operator
PT Hourly Special Transport Vehicle Operator
PT Hourly Special Transport Vehicle Operator
PT Hourly Special Transport Vehicle Operator
University Registered Nurse Supervisor
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker 1

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NON-RENEWAL - MAY 2015
Name
Department
Ms. Mary McIntosh Social Work
The Chair asked if there were any questions about Vice-President Brown’s informational report.
Hearing none, Chair Horan directed Vice President Brown to present and summarize the action
item from the division of Finance and Administration for action and approval by the Council.
These included a list o f Contracts and Purchases for the period October, November, December
2014 and January 2015. It was voted, on motion of Trustee Pape, seconded by Trustee Wächter to
approve the Contracts and Purchases for the periods October, November, December 2014, and
January 2015.
Results Roll Call vote - Contracts and Purchases for the periods October, November,
December 2014 and January 2015

Trustee Chaffee
Trustee Frampton
Trustee Higham
Trustee Lowther
Trustee Pape
Trustee Pulice
Trustee Shields
Trustee Steele
Tmstee Wächter
Trustee Walker (via phone)
Chair Horan

Aye
X
X
X
X
X

Nay

Absent

Abstain

X
X
X
X
X
X

The motion passed with unanimous approval by the Council of Trustees.
Chair Horan asked that Dr. Kahan Sabio, Vice President for Student Affairs, come forward to
deliver the report on behalf of his division. Dr. Sabio highlighted the following ítems from the
written report (Attachment #3).

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Student Development
•

•

In collaboration with Academic Affairs, Highlands 2 will become a first year residential
community with targeted programming for new students which will help to improve the
persistence rate. A Frederick Douglas Living Learning Community will also be
established in Highlands 6, with a social justice model for that living learning
community.
Residence Life and Housing student staff members participated in the National Coalition
Building Institute’s “Welcoming Diversity” training in January.

Community Services and Outreach
•

•

The University sent a contingent to Erie for participation in the annual Martin Luther
King, Jr. March on Monday, January 19. Afterwards, individuals viewed the movie,
“Selma,” followed by a panel discussion.
For the second straight year, the Edinboro University Athletic department participated in
a Make-A-Wish unveiling, granting an eight year-old girl from Meadville with a trip to
Hawaii. Through the efforts of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and
other campus entities, over $10,000 has been raised to date. Also, for the third
consecutive year, Edinboro University ranks third in NCAA Division II Make-A-Wish
contributions.

Student Success
•

•

•
•

Edinboro University students participated in the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr.
Expressions of Remembrance contest. Three University students received recognition
and prizes during the luncheon. The 19^'’ Annual luncheon was held on Friday, February
27 where President Wollman honored the regional accomplishments of Johnie Atkinson.
On February 12, the 26*^ Annual Scholar-Athlete Honors Banquet was held at which 176
student-athletes (approximately 50%) achieved cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. Dr.
Nathan Ritchey, Dean o f the College o f Sciences and Health Professionas and Vice
President for Strategic Initiatives, seived as the guest speaker.
Student athletes David Habat, Mitchell Port and A. J. Schopp became four-time PSAC
Wrestling Champions.
Women’s Basketball players Laurel Lindsay and Aignee’ Freeland both scored theft
1,000*^ career points this season.

Staff Accolades and Initiatives
•

•

•

Ms. Lisa Laird, Learning Disabilities Coordinator, has been asked to serve on the
Transition Council at the Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit to assist transitioning
high school students.
Also, Ms. Eileen Michaels (Occupational Therapist) and Ms. Kelly Bidwell (Social
Worker) have been asked to pailicipate in grant collaboration meetings with Voices for
Independence (VFI). VFI recently received grant money for the development of
emergency shelter services for medical cai*e during power outages.
Head Women’s Basketball Coach Stan Swank achieved his 500**’ career win. He now has
exceeded that number with 510 career victories.

Athletic Updates
•

Vice President Sabio reported that the Edinboro University Wrestling Team won its
fourth straight PSAC Championship.

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Chair Horan thanked Vice President Sabio for the informative report. Next, the Chair noted the
distribution electronically and receipt of the written report on behalf of the University
Advancement division (Attachment #4). Given that tìiere was only one informational item to
report, receipt o f Gifts-in-Kind (Attachment #5) and no action items, Chair Horan yielded the
floor to Trustee Harold Shields.
Trustee Shields spoke about the work of the PACT to update its Handbook. He indicated that
they plan to launch the final version of this resource document at the April meeting. When
complete, the Handbook will be a succinct and clear document of value to new and current
Trustees alike containing information about the organization, the State System, and how Trustees
should interact with their respective university as well as the System. Trustee Shields reminded
Council members that a dinner was being held the evening prior to the start of the conference
(April 15) for new Trustees which would be followed by an orientation session from 9-11 a.m.
on Thursday, April 16. The 2015 Spring PACT Leadership Conference will be held April 16-17
in Harrisburg at the Harrisburg Hilton and Towers. Once again, there are a number of national
speakers as well as several facilitated workshop sessions which allows Trustees to not only hear
the information, but also discuss with others how it may benefit their respective campuses.
Tiustee Shields encouraged Council members to check their schedules for availability and attend
the spring meeting in Harrisburg.
Chair Horan thanked Trustee Shields for the report. Prior to turning the floor over to President
Wollman for her closing thoughts, he reminded Council members of the next meeting of this
group on Tuesday, April 28. He also noted that a Special Meeting of the Council would be
called to act on the recommendation forthcoming as the result of the Triennial Evaluation
conducted during the latter part of February. The next quarterly business meeting of the
Edinboro University Council of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, June 9,2015, which will also
include the Council’s annual inspection of the facilities.
In closing. President Wollman took the opportunity to make the introduction of the two Edinboro
University students in attendance at the public meeting. She requested that they both stand for
introduction - William “Lee” Galt IV and Tyler Jemetz. President Wollman noted that Lee Galt
was recently elected President of the Student Government Association. His term as SGA
President will begin with the start of the Fall 2015 semester. Tyler Jemetz is the current Vice
President of the Student Government Association. The President noted that they are two
outstanding students who are doing great things as not only representatives of the student body,
but also at the University. She stated that students and the University are fortunate to have them
filling these positions of leadership. President Wollman thanked them for their attendance at the
meeting, and a round of applause ensued.
Hearing no requests for the discussion o f other business, Chair Horan entertained a nondebatable motion for adjournment. It was voted, on motion of Trustee Wächter, seconded by
Trustee Shields, to adjourn the March 10 business meeting. The business meeting officially
adjourned at 2:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.

Sherri A. Galvin
Assistant to the President and Recording Secretary