FORMAL RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FORMAL RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY – Marquette, Michigan

December 12, 2008

A. Minutes:

1. That the minutes of the September 25-26, 2008, meeting of the Board be approved.

B. Gifts, Grants, Agreements and Contracts:

1. A gift to the Business Services/Purchasing Department from Ms. Kathleen Mayhew, Marquette, Michigan, a 6-foot Norfolk Island Pine (indoor plant) ($250 value).

2. A gift to the Engineering Technology Department from Mr. Ralph Bedogne, Escanaba, Michigan, 1 I/O Tech Data Acquisition System and 2 PCB Pressure Transducers ($1,560 value).

3. A gift to the School of Art and Design from Mr. Jim Quirk, Marquette, Michigan, Eeno Saaarinen “Tulip” Arm Chair ($1,770 value).

4. A gift to the School of Art and Design from Mr. Edward Andrzejewski, Marquette, Michigan, “Fibonacci Box Constructs” Bronze and Aluminum Sculptures (5) ($2,600 value).

5.     The Television Interconnection grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, to provide continued support for augmenting the capability of
        public broadcasting stations to expand quality and scope of public television services to the community, in the amount of $11,715, for the period of
        October 1, 2008, through September 30, 2009, under the direction of Mr. Eric Smith.

6.     The agreement between Neurodetective International Inc. and Northern Michigan University to evaluate a novel class of drugs for the treatment of
        depression, in the amount of $27,000, for the period September 16, 2008, through May 31, 2009, under the direction of Dr. Adam Prus.

7. The grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, to support a series of special programs during the exhibit “Beyond Green” at the DeVos Art Museum, in the amount of $8,900, with an additional amount of $3,000 from the DeVos Art Museum and an In-Kind University amount of $17,420, for a total award of $29,352, for the time period October 1, 2008, through March 30, 2009, under the direction of Ms. Melissa Matuscak.

8. The grant from the State of Michigan, Department of Community Health, to fund scholarships for nursing students ($24,000 for RN to BSN students and $12,000 for MSN-Education students), in the amount of $36,000, for the period of October 1, 2007, through September 30, 2008, under the direction of Dr. Kerri Schuiling.

9. The subcontract agreement between Oakland University and Northern Michigan University, in the amount of $38,439, to provide a Doctorate of Nursing Practice Degree Program, for the period September 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008, under the direction of Dr. Kerri Schuiling.

10. The Television Local Service grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, to provide continued support for augmenting the capability of public broadcasting stations to expand the quality and scope of public television services to the community, in the amount of $57,768, for the time period October 1, 2008, through September 30, 2010, under the direction of Mr. Eric Smith.

11. The modifications to the agreement between the Department of Interior, National Park Service, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and Northern Michigan University to study the population dynamics of threatened orchidaceous in the Grand Sable Dunes at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, for an additional amount of $25,000, bringing the total agreement amount to $70,163, for the period May 14, 2006, through April 30, 2009, under the direction of Dr. Alan Rebertus.

12. The grant from the Michigan Department of State to conduct motorcycle safety classes throughout the Upper Peninsula, in the amount of $76,014.09, for the period October 1, 2008, through September 30, 2009, under the direction of Mr. Cameron Hadley.

13. The grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth for the King-Chavez-Parks Initiative for the 4-S PACE Program, to provide a program open to economically and academically disadvantaged freshman and sophomore students of color emphasizing academic and personal development through participation in learning terms as a means to academic success, in the amount of $60,000, with additional amounts of $1,000 from Native American Studies, $2,700 from Multicultural Educational Resource Center, and $46,678 In-Kind University amount, for a total amount of $110,378, for the period October 1, 2008, through September 30, 2009, under the direction of Ms. Shirley Brozzo.

14. The Radio Community Service Grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, to provide continued support for augmenting the capability of public broadcasting stations to expand the quality and scope of public radio to the community, in the amount of $131,375, for the period October 1, 2008, to September 30, 2010, under the direction of Mr. Eric Smith.

15. The grant from the Michigan Initiative for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MIIE), to establish the Northern Michigan Business and Technology Center to provide a one-stop service center for new business ventures, in the amount of $65,000, with an additional amount of $19,500 from general fund operations, an In-Kind University amount of $24,216, $21,522 from Northern Initiatives, and $8,515 from the Lake Superior Community Partnership, for a total amount of $138,753, for the period of September 1, 2008, through August 30, 2009, under the direction of Dr. Rajib Sanyal.

16. The agreement modification for year two between Northern Michigan University and Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Water Resources Division, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, for the removal of non-native fish species from Seven Mile Creek at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, in the amount of $39,198.60, with a cash amount of $1,000 from Biology, and in-kind university amount of $49,056.61, bringing the total award to $161,966.59 (includes $72,711.38 from year one), for the period of August 17, 2007, through March 1, 2011, under the direction of Association Professor Jill Leonard.

17. The grant from the State of Michigan, Department of Labor and Economic Growth, for vocational/technical education program improvement activities, in the amount of $180,531, for the time period July 1, 2008, through June 30, 2009, under the direction of Mr. Chris Fries.

18. The grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to coordinate customized training for small companies, in the amount of $200,000, with additional amount of $60,000 from the employers, for a total amount of $260,000, for the period September 30, 2008, through September 30, 2010, with signatory approval authorized for Dr. Paul Lang, under the direction of Ms. Gwen Timmons.

19. The grant between Northern Michigan University and the U.S. Department of Education, to provide academic support and college prep services to low income, first generation high school students, in the amount of $288,687, for the period of November 1, 2008, through October 31, 2009, under the direction of Ms. Julie Bowerman.

20. The Television Community Service grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, to provide continued support for augmenting the capability of public broadcasting stations to expand the quality and scope of public television services to the community, in the amount of $570,436, for the period of October 1, 2008, through September 30, 2010, under the direction of Mr. Eric Smith.

21. The Public Television Station Digital Transition grant agreement from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, to convert WNMU-TV’s studio production control facilities from analog and add HD digital remote production equipment to the station’s local origination capabilities, in the amount of $633,231, for the period of September 26, 2008, through September 26, 2011, under the direction of Mr. Eric Smith.

C. Personnel Actions:

Emeritus:

1. Myers, Robert, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and Computer Science, effective January 1, 2009

2. Kulisheck, Robert, Professor Emeritus of Political Science/Public Administration, effective

January 1, 2009.

3. Kulisheck, Meredith, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and Computer Science, effective
January 1, 2009.

D. Degrees

1. That Ms. Gloria J. Jackson ’68, Secretary-Treasurer-Owner, CableAmerica Corporation, receive an Honorary Degree, Doctor of Business, at the December 2008 Commencement Ceremony. Ms. Jackson will also be the Commencement Speaker.

E. Property and Finance

1. The resolution of the Board of Trustees of Northern Michigan University regarding the 403(b) Plan Documents to comply with new federal regulations affecting this plan that go into effect January 1, 2009. A copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Trustees.

F. Special Items

1. The revised negotiated agreement between Northern Michigan University and the International Union, United automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (Technical Office and Professional), Local 1950, covering the period from July 1, 2008, through June 30, 2011.

2. That Ms. Kimberly Champion be appointed as a board member for the Walton Public School Academy with the expiration date of June 30, 2010.

3. The following Board of Trustees Standing Committees be approved for the period January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009:

Academic Affairs Finance Executive

Jon G. LaSalle, Chair Stephen F. Adamini, Chair Brian D. Cloyd, Chair

Brian D. Cloyd Brian D. Cloyd Stephen F. Adamini

New Board Member Gilbert L. Ziegler Jon G. LaSalle

New Board Member New Board Member Douglas B. Roberts, ex officio

Douglas B. Roberts, ex officio Douglas B. Roberts, ex officio Leslie E. Wong, ex officio

Leslie E. Wong, ex officio Leslie E. Wong, ex officio

4. The following resolutions be approved:

R E S O L U T I O N

from the

Northern Michigan University

Board of Trustees

Mary C. Lukens

Whereas, Mary C. Lukens served as a distinguished member of this Board of Trustees from 2001 through 2008; and

Whereas, during her tenure on the Board she served as a member of the Academic Affairs and Executive Committees and Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee; and

Whereas, she has been an involved and effective leader for Northern, serving as Chair of the
Board for the past two years; and

Whereas, she has played an active role in overseeing the successful transition during a period of significant administrative personnel turnover; and

Whereas, she has been an integral part of helping to maintain the quality of instruction; keeping the university in sound financial condition and working to keep tuition low for students; and

Whereas, she has willingly shared her knowledge and experience in strategic planning,
communications and public issues with NMU faculty and students by guest lecturing in several classes; and

Whereas, her commitment to students and willingness to share her expertise and national and professional contacts has resulted in NMU having access to important public policy and polling information, data, and policy publications; and

Whereas, she was instrumental in the development of an internship program for NMU students with major media outlets at the 2008 Democratic and Republican National Conventions and continues to assist Northern in placing students in internships in national governmental and media settings; and

Whereas, she is an alumna of NMU and an active advocate of alumni services and programs; and

Whereas, she served a critical role in the development of the Road Map to 2015; therefore be it

Resolved, that we, her friends and colleagues on the Board of Trustees, commend her for her significant contributions to Northern Michigan University and for her faithful service to the people of this state, and wish her well in all of her future endeavors.

Adopted this 12th day of December 2008 at Marquette, Michigan.

5. That the following resolution be approved:

R E S O L U T I O N

from the

Northern Michigan University

Board of Trustees

Samuel S. Benedict

Whereas, Samuel S. Benedict served as a distinguished member of this Board of Trustees from 1997 through 2008; and

Whereas, during his tenure on the board he served as a member of the Academic Affairs, Finance, Audit, and Ad hoc Marketing Committees and as Chair of the Finance and Executive Committees; and

Whereas, he chaired the 2004 Presidential Search Committee with his usual efficiency and aplomb that resulted in bringing Dr. and Mrs. Wong to campus; and

Whereas, he has been a leading citizen of the Upper Peninsula and a friend to Northern Michigan University, receiving the NMU President’s Award for Distinguished Citizenship in 1985 in recognition of his efforts to link business and industry with colleges and universities in the U.P. and his leadership in a vital industry; and

Whereas, he and his wife Elinor have been exceptional in their support of this University as contributors to Northern’s first capital campaign and were instrumental in the creation of the Mead Auditorium; through continued support of Passages North, an annual publication of NMU’s English Department; and most recently with a generous gift to establish the Benedict Public Broadcasting Fund to assist both TV and FM in areas of greatest need; and

Whereas, he has generously shared his knowledge and experience in the world of business and industry by offering wise advice and counsel in his quiet and extremely effective way; therefore be it

Resolved, that we, his friends and colleagues on the Board of Trustees, commend him for his significant contributions to Northern Michigan University and for his faithful service to the people of this state, and wish him well in all of his future endeavors.

Adopted this 12th day of December 2008 at Marquette, Michigan.

6. That the following resolution be approved:

R E S O L U T I O N

from the

Northern Michigan University

Board of Trustees

Alan T. Ackerman

Whereas, Alan T. Ackerman served as a distinguished member of this Board of Trustees from 2003 through 2008; and

Whereas, during his tenure on the board he served as a member of the Academic Affairs Committee and Finance Committee, as an alternate on the Executive Committee, and as the Chair of the Ad Hoc Nominating Committee; and

Whereas, he has a good understanding of the importance of philanthropic giving and has been an advocate for Public TV and Radio, the HILLEL Association and Northern Bound program; and

Whereas, he has willingly shared his knowledge and experience by offering wise advice and

counsel, especially in the areas of property management and acquisition and finance, keeping the best interests of the University in the forefront; therefore be it

Adopted this 12^th day of December 2008 at Marquette, Michigan.