2011 Resolutions

January 21, 2011

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

It was moved by Trustee Stafford, and seconded by Trustee Bell, that the minutes of the October 15, 2010 Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

It was moved by Trustee Stafford, and seconded by Trustee Bell, that the minutes of the special Board Meeting on November 12, 2010 Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

COHORT PROGRAM

MASTERS OF EDUCATION IN TEACHING LEARNING AND ADVOCACY

BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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January 21, 2011

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WHEREAS, the College has been requested by the Superintendent of the Berkeley County School District to enter into a contractual agreement under which the College would offer courses leading to the award of a Masters in Education in Teaching, Learning and Advocacy to a select group of teachers employed by the School District (the “Program”);

WHEREAS, teachers selected by the School District and admitted to the Graduate School would participate in the Program as a cohort and the required courses would be offered onsite in the District;

WHEREAS, the cohort would number between 15 and 22 School District teachers;

WHEREAS, in consideration for providing this cohort the requisite courses of instruction required for the award of the degree, the College would charge the School District a flat rate that would be discounted from the in-state tuition rate that the College would otherwise charge if each of the degree candidates were enrolled as an individual student rather than as a student member of the cohort;

WHEREAS, such discount would effectively result in a payment to the College that would be based on 75 percent of the in-state credit hour cost for a total enrollment of 15 students, even if the actual number of students in the cohort is below 15 students (the “Base Amount”);

WHEREAS, if the cohort is between 16 and 22 students, in addition to the Base Amount, the School District would pay a marginal incremental amount also based on 75 percent of the in-state credit hour cost;

WHEREAS, the Board has also been advised that there is sufficient demand for such a Program, and that the Program will generate more income to the College than the costs incurred to operate the Program;

WHEREAS, the anticipated result of the Program will be improved academic performance of individual students and individual teachers while improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the overall school District;

WHEREAS, the School District is requiring that its participating teachers agree to remain in the District for a fixed period of time after completion of the cohort Program;

WHEREAS, the beneficiaries of this cohort Program are public employees, the students that they teach, and the county School District;

WHEREAS, senior management of the College believes that this Program is consistent with the policies of the Commission on Higher Education and presents an appropriate exercise of the Board’s authority to discount in-state tuition for a legitimate public purpose; and

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Spring 2011 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of Education, Health and Human Performance.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost, or either of them, are hereby authorized to execute the attached agreement with the Berkeley County School District to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution; and

RESOLVED, that the College may take such further actions as may be necessary or appropriate to initiate and conduct the Program in a manner consistent with law and the policies of the Commission on Higher Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and as presented to the Board through its Committee on Academic Affairs by the Provost.

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The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution for a Proposal for a Cohort Program for a Masters of Education in Teaching, Learning and Advocacy with the Berkeley County School District be approved as presented. Chair Padgett called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was passed by voice vote.

FINANCE COMMITTEE:

Sam Jones reviewed the budget adjustments reflected through December 31, 2010. There were several adjustments affecting the bottom line budget, the most significant being transfers to capital projects, most of which were the allocation of ARRA stimulus funds, and the adjustment of the prior fiscal year carry forward. There were also the ordinary realignments within operating divisions which do not affect the bottom line. The Finance Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the budget adjustments for the quarter ended December 31, 2010 be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

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January 21, 2011

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WHEREAS, College management has revised its projections of revenues and expenses for the year 2010-2011 and, based on that revision, has recommended certain reallocations and adjustments to the budget previously approved by the Board; and

WHEREAS, those recommended reallocations and adjustments were presented to the Board’s Finance Committee and were determined to be reasonable and appropriately supported by College management.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the recommended reallocations and adjustments to the approved budget for year 2010-2011, as presented by College management to the Finance Committee and as further detailed in the table captioned “College of Charleston 2010-2011 Revenue and Expense Budget Adjustments December 31, 2010” contained in the Board of Trustees briefing book dated January 21, 2011; and

RESOLVED, that all actions of College management to effectuate these reallocations and adjustments prior to the effective date of this Resolution are hereby ratified and affirmed.

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Steve Osborne reviewed the proposed fees for Housing and Food Services for 2011-2012. They reflect a 2% increase for housing and an overall 2.23% increase for food services. The Finance Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the Student Housing Fees for 2011-2012 be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

STUDENT HOUSING FEES

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January 21, 2011

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WHEREAS, College management utilizes a multi-year pro-forma estimate for calculating the revenue needed to meet the operating costs of College student residence halls, as well as debt service requirements for the facilities and other planned improvements for student resident halls;

WHEREAS, College management has advised the Board that it has reviewed its resident hall needs against pro-forma income and expenses and has determined that an increase in the student housing fee is needed to provide sufficient revenue to meet housing operational costs, debt service requirements, and future planned improvements to student residence halls; and

WHEREAS, College management has recommended that the Board increase the allowable charges on residential housing for students to the extent needed to address these matters and to maintain the quality of student residential housing services on or about the campus of the College.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the percent increases for residential housing and related programs as indicated in the schedule captioned “College of Charleston 2011-2012 Proposed Fees (Housing and Food Services)” contained in the Board of Trustees briefing book dated January 21, 1011; and

RESOLVED, that no such increase shall become effective prior to August 1, 2011 and that the effective date of each such increase is timely communicated to the College community well in advance of the respective effective dates.

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The Finance Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the Food Services Fees for 2011-2012 be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FOOD SERVICE FEES

January 21, 2011

WHEREAS, the College contracts with Aramark™ for the provision of food services on or about the campus of the College;

WHEREAS, pursuant to that contract Aramark™ provides services to meet the meal plan needs of the College on a cost reimbursable basis;

WHEREAS, College management utilizes a multi-year pro-forma estimate for calculating the revenue needed to meet the operating costs of the College food services needs, as well as debt service requirements for the facilities and other planned improvements for student food services; and

WHEREAS, College management is recommending that the Board increase the allowable charges on certain meal plans and related programs to the extent needed to address increases in costs and maintain the quality of food services on or about the campus of the College.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the percent increases for meal plans and related programs as indicated in the schedule captioned “College of Charleston 2011-2012 Proposed Fees (Housing and Food Services)” contained in the Board of Trustees briefing book dated January 21, 2011; and

RESOLVED, that no such increase shall become effective prior to August 1, 2011 and that the effective date of each such increase is timely communicated to the College community well in advance of the respective effective dates.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:

The Student Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to include the College of Charleston’s Fire and EMS in The Charleston County Fire Chiefs Association Mutual Aid Agreement be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL TO APPROVE

THE CHARLESTON COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION

MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT

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January 21, 2011

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WHEREAS, under South Carolina law “any municipality, fire district, fire protection agency, or other emergency service entity may provide mutual aid assistance, upon request, from any other municipality, fire district, fire protection agency, or other emergency service delivery system in South Carolina at the time of a significant incident such as fire, earthquake, hurricane, flood, tornado, hazardous material event, or other such disaster” S.C. Code Ann. § 6-11-1810;

WHEREAS, the College’s Fire and Emergency Medical Services is a branch unit of the College’s Department of Public Safety within the Division of Student Affairs and is dedicated to providing a safe campus environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors;

WHEREAS, the primary response area of the College’s Fire and EMS is the main campus and areas contingent to the campus when requested by local authorities;

WHEREAS, to better protect the campus, senior College management is desirous of entering into a Mutual Aid Agreement with firefighting entities in local jurisdictions within the county, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution;

WHEREAS, under such Agreement each jurisdiction, including the College, would have the option to request assistance from one or more signatories for the purpose of assisting the requesting jurisdiction combat a fire or manage a hazardous spill or similar matter;

WHEREAS, the provision of assistance would be optional with each authority and no authority that provides assistance may be held liable by the requesting authority for any loss, damage, personnel injury, or death occurring as the result of providing assistance under the Agreement; and

WHEREAS, senior management of the College has requested that the Board approve the attached Mutual Aid Agreement.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT –

RESOLVED, that pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 6-11-1810 the Board hereby approves the Mutual Aid Agreement and authorizes the College’s Director and Chief of Fire and Life Safety to execute that Agreement and to take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate to implement the Agreement and effectuate its purposes; and

RESOLVED, all actions taken by the College pursuant to this Resolution shall be consistent with the South Carolina Firefighter Mobilization Plan, as it may be established and amended from time to time under the Firefighter Mobilization Act of 2000 (Title 23, Chapter 49).

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OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Student Trustee Resolution:

Chair Padgett reported that the first item of business is the proposed Resolution to Amend the Bylaws to Add the SGA President as an Ex Officio Non-Voting Member of the Board of Trustees. The Resolution was presented to the Board by the Student Affairs Committee at the October 15, 2010 Board meeting. At that time, it was agreed to postpone consideration of the Resolution until the January Board meeting.

The question before the Board today is the adoption of the Resolution that was presented by the Student Affairs Committee last October 15. Adoption of the Resolution will result in adding the SGA President as a non-voting member of the Board without any right to attend Executive Session, to be counting for the purposes of determining if a quorum is present, or to do anything other than participate in the public deliberations of the Board. Chair Padgett asked for any discussion on the pending resolution.

Following discussion on the Resolution, Trustee Marie Land called for a vote by a show of hands. Nine were in favor of the proposal and six were opposed. Since a 2/3 majority vote (12) in favor of the proposal was not received, the Resolution did not pass.

NEW BUSINESS:

The motion was made by Trustee Miller, and seconded by Trustee Bell, to go into Executive Session at 11:20 a.m. to consider General Counsel Report and honorary degrees. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Land, and seconded by Trustee Gadsden, to come out of Executive Session at 12:00 p.m. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Land, and seconded by Trustee Miller, to approve the following honorary degrees for May 2011 Commencement Ceremonies. The Chair called for the yeas and nays and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The motion was made by Trustee Busch, and seconded by Trustee Gadsden, that the meeting be adjourned at 12:05 p.m. All in favor.

April 15, 2011

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

It was moved by Trustee Miller, and seconded by Trustee Land, that the minutes of the January 21, 2011 Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

It was moved by Trustee Gadsden, and seconded by Trustee Wood, that the minutes of the February 8, 2011 Special Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

Chair Padgett reviewed with the committee a Resolution to change the name of the Government Relations Committee to Governmental Affairs and External Relations Committee. This requires a Board Bylaws change. The Executive Committee approved the Resolution at its meeting on February 25. The Executive Committee moves that the Resolution to amend the Board Bylaws to provide for the establishment of the Governmental Affairs and External Relations Committee of the Board of Trustees be approved as presented below. Chair Padgett called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION

TO AMEND THE BYLAWS

TO PROVIDE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE

COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

As approved and recommended

by the Executive Committee

on February 25, 2011

WHEREAS, the By Laws of the Board provides for the establishment of standing committees of the Board, one of which is the Governmental Affairs Committee;

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that it would be organized more effectively and efficiently if this Committee would also be charged with the responsibility to examine, evaluate and monitor the College’s external relations with both Government and non-Government individuals and entities;

WHEREAS, the Board has also determined that it is both appropriate and desirable to change the name of the Committee to more accurately reflect this added responsibility;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ---

RESOLVED, that Section G. of the By Laws is amended by striking “Governmental Affairs” and by inserting in lieu thereof the following: “Governmental Affairs and External Relations”;

RESOLVED, that the amendment to the By Laws approved through the adoption of this Resolution shall become effective immediately (the “Amendment”); and

RESOLVED, that the Executive Secretary to the Board shall revise the By Laws to conform with the Amendment and shall cause revised copies of the By Laws, as amended, to be posted on the College’s official web site and to be otherwise disseminated, as appropriate.

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ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:

Approval of Degrees:

The Committee reviewed the Resolution to approve the awarding of degrees for May Commencement. The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the awarding of degrees for May Commencement be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

AWARDING OF DEGREES

April 15, 2011

WHEREAS, pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. §59-130-30 the Board of Trustees of the College is constituted as a body corporate and politic and is empowered, among other things, to “confer degrees upon students and other persons as the board considers qualified;”

WHEREAS, the President has made available to the Board a preliminary list of candidates for the award of baccalaureate and graduate degrees from the several Schools of the College;

WHEREAS, each such candidate has been certified by the appropriate Dean, the Registrar, and the Provost, as Chief Academic Officer of the College, as meeting the requirements and prerequisites for the award of the appropriate degree upon the candidate’s successful conclusion of the Spring 2011 Semester;

WHEREAS, the Board has accepted such representations and certifications as being true and accurate in all material respects and has determined that all such degree candidates are so qualified for the award of their respective degrees upon the successful conclusion of the Spring 2011 Semester; and

WHEREAS, all of the relevant degree-awarding programs of the College related to degrees to be awarded under this Resolution have been duly approved by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes the President to confer on each and all of the aforementioned described degree candidates who have successfully completed the Spring 2011 semester, the names of each of which shall be published in the Official Program for the May 2011 Graduation Ceremony, those degrees for which they have been found qualified, together with all the rights, honors, privileges and responsibilities appertaining thereto;

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost, or either of them, may make such adjustments to the preliminary list of candidates for the award of baccalaureate and graduate degrees from the several Schools of the College, as may be necessary and appropriate to account for the actual academic performance of degree seeking candidates during the Spring 2011 semester; and

RESOLVED, that the President and Provost, and such employees as may be designated by both or either of them, are hereby authorized and directed to take any and all action as may be necessary and appropriate to implement this Resolution and effectuate its purposes.

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Sabbaticals:

Provost Hynd provided background information on the Resolution to continue two-thirds pay for full-year sabbaticals. The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the Proposal for continuation of two-thirds pay for full-year sabbaticals be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

SABBATICAL LEAVE PAY

April 15, 2011

WHEREAS, by Resolution dated August 21, 2009, the Board authorized a pilot program whereby the College could pay qualified faculty 66.7% of a 9 month salary for two consecutive semesters of sabbatical leave;

WHEREAS, prior to the pilot program College policy and procedures provided, without exception, that faculty on sabbatical could receive one semester at full pay, or two consecutive semesters at half pay and College management argued that this pay arrangement resulted in a financial disincentive to apply for two consecutive semesters of sabbatical leave, even though it is exceptionally difficult to complete a meaningful program of research, writing or development within the narrow span of one semester (a four and one-half month period);

WHEREAS, College management also informed the Board in 2009 that by increasing the compensation for two full consecutive semesters of sabbatical leave (a period of 9 months), and by making adequate provision for the temporary replacement of faculty on sabbatical, the College would not incur additional costs nor adversely affect any of its academic programs or activities;

WHEREAS, College management has now presented the Board with the results of the pilot program and has demonstrated that the pilot was cost effective, furthered the legitimate interest of the College by encouraging meaningful research, writing and other development efforts by its faculty, and has not resulted in an over reliance on adjunct faculty; and

WHEREAS, College management has recommended that the pilot program be made permanent.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT --

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost, or each of them, is hereby permanently authorized to provide the payment of 66.7% of a 9 month salary to a qualified faculty member who is approved for two consecutive semesters of sabbatical leave;

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost shall take such measures as may be appropriate to prevent the potential misuse of the sabbatical program, as revised by this Resolution, and to ensure that such revised program does not result in increased costs to the College relative to past pay practices or the use of a disproportionate number of adjunct faculty;

RESOLVED, to achieve the purposes of this Resolution College management may limit the number of qualified faculty to be granted payment of 66.7% of a 9 month salary for two consecutive semesters of sabbatical leave and, further, shall require that all faculty members who take sabbatical leave sign a legally enforceable agreement, as approved by the Senior Vice President for Legal Affairs, to return to the College for a regular assignment of duties for at least one academic year after returning from such leave;

RESOLVED, that the President shall have the final authority to approve all faculty who are applying for sabbatical leave at the rate of 66.7% of a 9 month salary and that the President shall have final authority to approve such operating procedures as may be developed by the Provost to implement this Resolution; and

RESOLVED, that the Provost shall submit periodic reports to the Board on the effect that the sabbatical program, as revised by this Resolution, is having on the administration of academic programs and activities.

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Dual Employment Process:

Trustee Daniel introduced the Resolution and expressed her support, noting that this program will provide an opportunity for students to earn college credit, will help the College recruit top-notch students, and will provide a valuable service to the school districts. The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the Dual Employment Proposal be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

DUAL ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

April 15, 2011

WHEREAS, the College is uniquely positioned to develop accelerated learning opportunities for advanced high school students in the South Carolina Lowcountry through a dual enrollment program that would allow such high school students to earn college credit while simultaneously meeting high school graduation requirements;

WHEREAS, dual enrollment programs are in existence at many universities and, among other advantages, serve to increase student access, expand the course offerings available to advanced high school students, and accelerate a student’s completion of college;

WHEREAS, College management has advised the Board that developing a dual enrollment program at the College would also increase the presence of the College throughout the local community and serve as an important form of outreach;

WHEREAS, College management has recommended that, in the event such a program is approved by the Board, such college level courses would be existing courses of the College otherwise available to undergraduates and would be taught in the high school by qualified College faculty or, as seats become available, in courses offered on the campus of the College; and

WHEREAS, College management has recommended that the Board approve a three-year pilot program to design, implement and evaluate such an enrollment program and that courses offered through the program be made available at a reduced tuition rate to ease the financial burden on students and their families.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost, or either of them, are hereby authorized to commence a dual enrollment pilot program in accordance with this Resolution, provided that the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (“SACS”) are provided such notifications as may be required under controlling law, rule or regulation;

RESOLVED, that the design of the program contain clearly defined criteria and operating procedures dealing with student eligibility, the application process, faculty eligibility, and tuition and that such criteria and procedures be posted on the College’s web site and otherwise made available to the public;

RESOLVED, that dual enrollment students will pay $450 per course and students will be responsible for purchasing the necessary books and supplies for each course;

RESOLVED, that the Provost shall report to the Board annually on the development and implementation of the program, and shall provide a full report to the Board no later than April 30, 2014; and

RESOLVED, that unless earlier extended by the Board, the pilot program established by this Resolution shall be deemed terminated as of June 30, 2014.

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Curricular Resolutions:

These four proposals were deferred from the last Board meeting. Provost Hynd provided highlights for each proposed program, noting both the opportunities for graduates and the demand among students and applicants. Trustee Daniel asked for the unanimous consent of the Board to consider these four resolutions as part of a single motion. All in favor. The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the four Resolutions to create new degree programs – BS in Exercise Science, BA and BS in Public Health, BA in Psychology, and BA in Dance – at the College of Charleston be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolutions were unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM IN

EXERCISE SCIENCE

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April 15, 2011

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WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of Education, Health and Human Performance, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve a Bachelor of Science degree program in Exercise Science (the “Program”);

WHEREAS, the Board has been advised that the new the Program is designed to prepare graduates with a knowledge base related to human movement, exercise, and physical activity and that students awarded degrees in this Program will be prepared for a career in exercise science or for entry into graduate programs in exercise science, allied health, medicine, or dentistry;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of Education, Health and Human Performance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has also been advised that there is sufficient student demand for such a Program, and that adequate resources are available, or are likely to become available, to finance the operations and management of the new Program effectively and efficiently.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

RESOLVED, that the President and the Provost, or either of them, are hereby authorized to submit the new Program to the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 59-103-35 and to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (“SACS”) for such approvals and notification as may be required under controlling law or regulation; and

RESOLVED, that the College may take such further actions as may be necessary or appropriate to secure approval of the Program from such Commission and the SACS and to implement the new Program, as described herein and presented to the Board through its Committee on Academic Affairs by the Provost.

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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAM

AND

A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM

PUBLIC HEALTH

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April 15, 2011

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WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Dean of the School of Education, Health and Human Performance, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve both a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Public Health (the “B.A. Program”) and a Bachelor of Science degree program in Public Health (the “B.S. Program”);

WHEREAS, the Board has been advised that the B.A. Program and B.S. Program are supported by academic departments in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the School of Education, Health and Human Performance and that the new Programs merge the resources and faculty from multiple departments to prepare students for a variety of careers in the public health field including for-profit and non-profit agencies, a variety of health care environments at the local, state, and national level, as well as, worksite health promotion programs;

WHEREAS, the Bachelor of Arts in Public Health will focus on policy and communication while the Bachelor of Science in Public Health will focus on behavior;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Programs in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be jointly sited in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the School of Education, Health and Human Performance; and

WHEREAS, the Board has also been advised that there is sufficient student demand for such Programs, and that adequate resources are available, or are likely to become available, to finance the operations and management of the new Programs effectively and efficiently.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAM IN

PSYCHOLOGY

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April 15, 2011

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WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Psychology (the “Program”);

WHEREAS, the Board has been advised that the new Program will join a substantially enhanced Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in order to better serve students interested in psychology, but who do not intend to pursue graduate training in the discipline;

WHEREAS, the new Bachelor of Arts Program will provide a grounding in the fundamental domain area of psychology, but will be less focused on training in empirical methods so that students pursuing the new Program will have more flexibility to choose courses based on their interests and vocational goals;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAM IN DANCE

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April 15, 2011

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WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of the Arts, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Dance with concentrations in General Dance Studies or Performance (collectively the “Program”);

WHEREAS, the Board has been advised that the new Program is designed to offer students comprehensive training in the technical and theoretical aspects of dance and that students awarded a degree through this Program will be prepared for a career in teaching, performance, graduate study, or other opportunities in the diverse field of dance or related arts;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of the Arts; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

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FACILITIES COMMITTEE:

The Committee discussed the possibility of issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a new residence hall. The Facilities Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the Residence Hall RFP be approved as presented. Chair Padgett called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

EXPLORATORY INQUIRIES FOR THE ACQUISITION

OF A STUDENT RESIDENT FACILITY

April 15, 2011

To be Offered by the Chair of the Facilities Committee

WHEREAS, College management has stated the need for an additional apartment-style resident housing facility for students;

WHEREAS, because of the lack of land within the property limits of the College, College management has requested that the Board approve the issuance of a solicitation to qualified private developers to propose a site and an approach for responding to this need of the College, provided that such site shall be within walking distance of Randolph Hall;

WHEREAS, College management suggests that such solicitation also contain, among other things, the offeror’s proposal for the cost of land acquisition, facility design and construction (or, as appropriate, the terms and conditions of any lease payments by the College and options to purchase during the lease or at the end of the lease term), and its estimated costs for operation and maintenance of the facility and, further, at its election, the offeror be permitted to propose different costs for alternative designs, sizes, auxiliary accommodations, construction schedules, and levels of environmental compatibility; and

WHEREAS, College management has confirmed that such solicitation would also contain adequate notice that any award of a contract under the solicitation is subject to the further review and approval of College management, the Board, and various other state authorities and that such award, in fact, may not be made as a result of this solicitation.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT --

RESOLVED, that College management is hereby authorized to issue a request for proposals (“RFP”) in accordance with this Resolution;

RESOLVED, at the election of College management, the solicitation may indicate that the performance of the successful offeror, if a contract is in fact awarded as a result of the RFP, may be arranged in phases so that the award of a subsequent phase will depend on the successful performance of the immediately preceding phase; and

RESOLVED, that the President and the Executive Vice President for Business Affairs shall keep the Board, through its Facilities Committee, timely informed of all substantive actions taken pursuant to this Resolution.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE:

Sam Jones reviewed the budget adjustments reflected through March 31, 2011. There were several adjustments affecting the bottom line budget, the most significant being the reduction due to the roll-back of tuition and fees for the Spring Semester. There were also the ordinary realignments within operating divisions which do not affect the bottom line. The Finance committee moves that the resolution to approve the budget adjustments for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

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April 15, 2011

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WHEREAS, those recommended reallocations and adjustments were presented to the Board’s Finance Committee and were determined to be reasonable and appropriately supported by College management.

NOW THEREFORE, be it

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the recommended reallocations and adjustments to the approved budget for year 2010-2011, as presented by College management to the Finance Committee and as further detailed in the table captioned “College of Charleston 2010-2011 Revenue and Expense Budget Adjustments March 31, 2011” contained in the Board of Trustees briefing book dated April 15, 2011; and

RESOLVED, that all actions of College management to effectuate these reallocations and adjustments prior to the effective date of this Resolution are hereby ratified and affirmed.

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AD HOC COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY:

The Resolution of the Board to continue the Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology was discussed and approved to carry forward for presentation to the full Board meeting April 15, 2011. The Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology moves that the Resolution to continue its existence until April 14, 2014 be approved as presented below. Chair Padgett called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

AD HOC COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

April 15, 2011

WHEREAS, the Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology was established in October, 2006 to advise the Board on Information Technology issues, with initial deliberations centered on the College BATTERY project;

WHEREAS, in furtherance of that purpose the Ad Hoc Committee has convened numerous meetings, has conducted diligent inquiries on the state of the College’s Information Technology system and has reported on the same at every Board meeting since the Ad Hoc Committee was first established;

WHEREAS, the Board recognizes the strategic importance of Information Technology in advancing the College’s mission and ensuring its success and is of the opinion that the Ad Hoc Committee has provided important strategic guidance to both the Board and the Information Technology division of the College; and

WHEREAS, the Board wishes to continue the work of the Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology, subject to the terms and conditions of this Resolution.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT --

RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section G. of the By Laws the Board hereby re-establishes an Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology, to be constituted with such membership and a Chair as may be appointed by the Chair of the Board;

RESOLVED, that the Ad Hoc Committee shall continue to conduct inquiries on the state of the College’s Information Technology system and to provide strategic guidance to both the Board and the Information Technology division of the College;

RESOLVED, that the Ad Hoc Committee shall operate in a manner that does not infringe on the jurisdiction of any standing committee of the Board including, but not limited to, recommending resolutions for consideration by the entire Board; and

RESOLVED, that unless sooner extended by the Board, the Ad Hoc Committee on Information Technology shall terminate on and after April 14, 2014.

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NEW BUSINESS:

The motion was made by Trustee Ravenel, and seconded by Trustee Gadsden, to go into Executive Session at 12 noon for the purpose of considering the General Counsel Report and honorary degrees and to receive an update on the President’s Contract Renewal. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Ravenel, and seconded by Trustee Thompson, to come out of Executive Session at 1:10 p.m. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Busch, and seconded by Trustee Daniel, to approve awarding Tony Meyer an honorary degree during the May 2011 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The motion was made by Trustee Ravenel, and seconded by Trustee Gadsden, that Speaker #1 be invited to be the December 2011 Commencement Speaker. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The motion was made by Trustee Mikell, and seconded by Trustee Miller, that Speaker #2 be the 2^nd choice for back-up December 2011 Commencement Speaker. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The motion was made by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Wood, that the meeting be adjourned at 1:15 p.m. All in favor.

June 13, 2011

Approval of Minutes:

Trustee John Busch made the motion, seconded by Trustee Marie Land, to approve the minutes of the April 15, 2011 Board Meeting. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote. All in favor.

Trustee Lee Mikell made the motion, seconded by Trustee Cherry Daniel, to approve the minutes of the May 25, 2011 Executive Committee Meeting. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote. All in favor.

Budget and Finance Committee Report:

The Budget and Finance Committee moves that the Board of Trustees approve its recommendation to maintain in-state tuition fees at 2010-2011 levels and to increase out-of-state tuition fees by 5%. The offered Resolution did not approve the College budget in recognition of the fact that the budget submitted to the Board for its consideration was predicated on adopting all the increases in tuition fees recommended by College management. The Committee’s Resolution read as follows:

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

TUITION AND FEES

And

BUDGET

FOR

ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012

June 13, 2011

As Approved and Recommended by the

Budget and Finance Committee

WHEREAS, College management has presented the Board with recommendations regarding adjustments to student tuition and fees for the 2011-2012 Academic Year;

WHEREAS, by Resolution of the Board adopted on June 7, 2010 the President was directed to organize, institute and manage an ongoing program for the systematic review and evaluation of all significant College operations (the “Program for Financial Security, Savings, and Efficiencies” or “Program”) to eliminate waste, streamline operations, and promote efficient and effective management at all levels of the College;

WHEREAS, at a meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee held on May 25, 2011 the Committee was informed that the Program will result in cost savings in excess of $904,000 during the next fiscal year;

WHEREAS, the President is commended for such cost savings and for his commitment to take additional prudent and aggressive cost saving measures designed to achieve economy and efficiencies in operations while not adversely affecting either the quality of the College's academic programs nor the students' educational experience;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ---

RESOLVED, that for the 2011-2012 Academic Year College management is hereby authorized and directed to set undergraduate and graduate tuition for each semester in the following amounts:

● $4,808, for in-state undergraduate students;

● $5,290, for in-state graduate students;

● $12,165, for out-of-state undergraduate students; and

● $13,382, for out-of-state graduate students;

RESOLVED, that the College provide timely notice to students and student applicants of the tuition and fees for the 2011-2012 Academic Year; and

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby instructs its Budget and Finance Committee to evaluate the commissioning of an independent, third party review of the operations of the College of Charleston; the scope of the review to be determined by Budget and Finance Committee and may include a study of efficiencies, cost saving potential, and structure of the College. The Budget and Finance Committee shall complete its evaluation and report to the full Board.

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Following discussion, Trustee Marie Land offered an amendment in the nature of a substitute, seconded by Trustee Dwight Johnson, to increase in-state tuition 3.9%, increase out-of-state tuition 5%, and to approve the budget as submitted by College management. The amendment read as follows:

I MOVE THAT THE PENDING RESOLUTION ENTITLED TUITION AND FEES

AND BUDGET FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012 BE AMENDED BY STRIKING OUT THE ENTIRE TEXT AND BY SUBSTITUTING IN LIEU THEREOF THE FOLLOWING:

WHEREAS, College management has presented the Board with recommendations regarding adjustments to student tuition and fees for the 2011-2012 Academic Year;

WHEREAS, College management is of the opinion that its tuition and fee recommendations for the 2011-2012 Academic Year are reasonable and fully consistent with the need to further the initial elements of the Strategic Plan and to meet the operational and deferred capital needs of the College, while taking into account the continuing reduction in State support for the College, the state of the economy and its effect on South Carolina families, and the College’s tuition level relative to other public institutions of higher education in the State;

WHEREAS, in consideration of the foregoing, the Board has determined that the tuition and fee adjustments for the 2011-2012 Academic Year contained in this Resolution, and the concomitant annual budget for such year submitted to the Board by College management, are both reasonable and necessary.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ---

RESOLVED, that for the 2011-2012 Academic Year College management is hereby authorized and directed to set undergraduate and graduate tuition for each semester in the following amounts:

● $4,996, for in-state undergraduate students;

● $5,496, for in-state graduate students;

● $12,165, for out-of-state undergraduate students; and

● $13,382, for out-of-state graduate students;

RESOLVED, that for the 2011-2012 Academic Year, College management is hereby authorized to assess student fees in the amounts presented to the Board in the Board Briefing Book dated June 13, 2011 and to implement the proposed budget contained therein for such Academic Year;

RESOLVED, that the College provide timely notice to students and student applicants of the tuition and fees for the 2011-2012 Academic Year; and

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Chair Padgett called for a vote on the amendment by show of hands. The vote was 7 in favor and 9 opposed. The motion was defeated.

There being no further discussion or amendments, Chair Padgett called for a vote by show of hands for the Budget and Finance Committee’s recommendation. There were 10 votes in favor and 6 votes in opposition to the Committee’s Resolution. The Resolution was adopted.

Old Business:

A Resolution Honoring

Andrew Goudelock

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock, a native of Stone Mountain, Georgia, was a guard for the College of Charleston Men’s Basketball Team from 2007 to 2011;

Whereas, during his freshman season Andrew Goudelock was named to the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team, and as a sophomore and junior was named to the All-Southern Conference First Team;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock scored 24 points in the team’s historic overtime victory over the then-defending national champion University of North Carolina Tar Heels, on January 4, 2010, at Carolina First Arena;

Whereas, during the 2010-2011 season, Andrew Goudelock helped lead the College of Charleston Men’s Basketball Team to a Southern Conference Regular Season Championship for the first time in more than a decade and to the quarterfinals of the National Invitation Tournament;

Whereas, during the 2010-2011 season, Andrew Goudelock ranked 4th in scoring in NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball, averaging 23.7 points per game;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock was named an All-American honorable mention by The Associated Press and was named the 2011 Southern Conference Men’s Basketball Player of the Year;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock was named the 2011 Southern Conference Male Athlete of the Year, making him the first College of Charleston student-athlete in history to receive this prestigious award;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock finished his basketball career as the College of Charleston’s all-time leading scorer with 2,571 points, ranking him third all-time in the Southern Conference and 39th all-time in NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock won the State Farm College Three-Point Contest during the 2011 NCAA Final Four in Houston, Texas;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock was the leading scorer for the West Team in the Reese’s NABC All-Star Game and was the leading scorer for either team in two games at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament;

Whereas, Andrew Goudelock’s prospects for an NBA career have been significantly enhanced by his performances in the post season.

Now Therefore, Be It –

Resolved, that the Board of Trustees hereby congratulates Andrew Goudelock on a basketball career at the College of Charleston that established him as one of the most exciting players and the most prolific scorer in College of Charleston history; and

Resolved, that the Board of Trustees hereby recognizes Andrew Goudelock for helping bring positive national attention to the Men’s Basketball Team, the Athletics Department, and the College of Charleston.

Gregory D. Padgett, Chair of the Board of Trustees

William Dwight Johnson, Chair of the Athletics Committee

The Resolution was adopted by acclamation.

Trustee John Busch made the motion, seconded by Trustee Frank Gadsden, to adjourn the Board Meeting at 2:45 p.m. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned until 10:00 a.m. on June 30, 2011.

August 26, 2011

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

It was moved by Trustee Daniel, and seconded by Trustee Ravenel, that the minutes of the June 30, 2011 Special Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

OF THE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

on a

NAMING RIGHTS LICENSE

for the

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON SPORTS COMPLEX

August 8, 2011

WHEREAS, effective May 5, 2005, Carolina First Bank (“CFB”), the College, and the College of Charleston Foundation, Inc. (“COCF”) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (the “Former Agreement”), which provided CFB certain naming rights with respect to the College basketball coliseum (currently called the Carolina First Arena) (the “Coliseum”) and certain other benefits in recognition of a time-phased payment of $1 million;

WHEREAS, on September 30, 2010, TD Bank, N.A. (“TD Bank”), a national banking association, acquired CFB;

WHEREAS, in January 2011 the President of the College offered to begin discussions with TD Bank for the purpose of considering a new naming rights agreement between the parties;

WHEREAS, as a result of their discussions, the parties are prepared to enter into a new agreement; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Trustee By-Laws, the President has recommended that the Board approve this arrangement,

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

RESOLVED, that the President is hereby authorized to conclude negotiations with TD Bank for the purpose of preparing and executing a naming rights license agreement providing for the grant of an exclusive license to TD Bank to name the Coliseum for a period commencing in 2011 and expiring on June 30, 2018.

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ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:

The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the BA in Mathematics be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAM IN MATHEMATICS

_________________________

AUGUST 26, 2011

__________________________

WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of Sciences and Mathematics, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve a Bachelor of Arts degree program in Mathematics (the “Program”);

WHEREAS, the Board has been advised that the new Program will join a recently revised multi-track Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics in order to better serve students interested in mathematics, but who do not intend to pursue graduate training in the discipline;

WHEREAS, the new Program will provide an opportunity for more students from other disciplines to elect a second major in mathematics;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of Sciences and Mathematics; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

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The Academic Affairs Committee moves that the Resolution to approve the MS/BS in Mathematics be approved as presented below. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PROPOSAL FOR

A COMBINED BACHELOR OF SCIENCE /

MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM IN MATHEMATICS

_________________________

August 26, 2011

__________________________

WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the President, the Provost, the Dean of the School of Sciences and Mathematics, and the Faculty Senate, the Board has been requested to approve a combined Bachelor of Science / Master of Science degree program in Mathematics (the “Program”);

WHEREAS, the new Program will provide the College’s brightest students studying mathematics an opportunity and mechanism for graduating in the College’s existing programs in mathematics at both the bachelors and masters level, earning the M.S. degree within a year of the undergraduate degree, by taking a limited number of graduate-level courses while still an undergraduate;

WHEREAS, the College plans to commence the Program in the Fall 2012 semester and the Program will be sited in the School of Sciences and Mathematics; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT - - -

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NEW BUSINESS:

The motion was made by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Bell, to go into Executive Session at 10:45 a.m. for the purpose of considering the General Counsel Report and honorary degrees and discussion of President Benson’s performance objectives. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Schilz, to come out of Executive Session at 11:20 a.m. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Miller, to approve awarding Arlinda Locklear an honorary degree during the May 2012 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony. Ms. Locklear will be the Commencement Speaker at both the a.m. and p.m. ceremonies. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The motion was made by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Johnson, that the meeting be adjourned at 11:20 a.m. All in favor.

October 14, 2011

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

It was moved by Trustee Thompson, and seconded by Trustee Bell, that the minutes of the August 26, 2011 Board Meeting be approved. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Minutes were unanimously approved by voice vote.

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE:

A motion was made by Trustee Dan Ravenel, seconded by Trustee Frank Gadsden, that the Board table action on the Reardon resolution until after the scheduled Executive Session concluded. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the motion to table was unanimously approved by voice vote.

The Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee then moved that the Board adopt a Resolution, approved by the Committee, to authorize the awarding of degrees for the December 2011 Graduation. After discussion, the Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the following Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

AWARDING OF DEGREES

October 14, 2011

WHEREAS, the President has made available to the Board a preliminary list of candidates for the award of baccalaureate and graduate degrees from the several Schools of the College;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes the President to confer on each and all of the aforementioned described degree candidates who have successfully completed the Fall 2011 semester, the names of each of which shall be published in the Official Program for the December 2011 Graduation Ceremony, those degrees for which they have been found qualified, together with all the rights, honors, privileges and responsibilities appertaining thereto;

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AUDIT COMMITTEE:

The Chair of the Audit Committee then moved that the Board adopt a resolution to approve the Revised Ethics Policy, as previously approved by the Committee. After discussion, the Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the following Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

ADOPTION OF REVISED ETHICS POLICY

October 14, 2011

WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the College’s present Ethics Policy is in need of revision to remain current with statutory changes and legal interpretations;

WHEREAS, the Board also believes it desirable and appropriate to periodically review those ethical standards that must be observed by members of the College community when conducting the affairs of the College and when dealing with the government, members of the public, and with all other persons who govern, work at, attend or visit the College;

WHEREAS, the Board’s Audit Committee has recommended that the Board adopt a revised Ethics Policy that reaffirms the College’s commitment to integrity and fairness and to the faithful observance of the law while in pursuit of its academic mission; and

WHEREAS, such revised Ethics Policy is attached to and incorporated into this Resolution.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the attached revised Ethics Policy is hereby approved and adopted by the Board;

RESOLVED, that such Policy be appropriately disseminated and made available to all members of the College community and that each new employee of the College be appropriately advised of the College’s Ethics Policy and be required to sign an acknowledgement of the same; and

RESOLVED, that the attached Policy shall become effective as of December 1, 2011.

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BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE:

The Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee then moved that the three resolutions associated with the refunding that were previously approved by the Committee during its meeting be adopted by the Board. The texts of the resolutions were as presented behind Tab IX of the Board Book. The Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the Resolutions were unanimously approved by voice vote. (See Appendix A for copies of resolutions).

Thereafter, the Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee moved that the Resolution approved by the Committee to authorize and ratify certain budget adjustments for the quarter ended September 30, 2011 be adopted by the Board. After discussion the Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the following Resolution was unanimously approved by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

________________________

October 14, 2011

_________________________

WHEREAS, College management has revised its projections of revenues and expenses for the year 2011-2012 and, based on that revision, has recommended certain reallocations and adjustments to the budget previously approved by the Board; and

WHEREAS, those recommended reallocations and adjustments were presented to the Board’s Budget and Finance Committee and were determined to be reasonable and appropriately supported by College management.

NOW THEREFORE, be it

RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the recommended reallocations and adjustments to the approved budget for year 2011-2012, as presented by College management to the Finance Committee and as further detailed in the table captioned “College of Charleston 2011-2012 Revenue and Expense Budget Adjustments September 30, 2011” contained in the Board of Trustees briefing book dated October 14, 2010; and

RESOLVED, that all actions of College management to effectuate these reallocations and adjustments prior to the effective date of this Resolution are hereby ratified and affirmed.

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NEW BUSINESS:

A motion was made by Trustee Jeff Schilz, and jointly seconded by both Trustee Philip Bell and Trustee John Busch, that the additional unanticipated net revenues of the College be allocated to the institutional reserve fund “to be applied for use in the event of a mid-year reduction in State support, or to defray the costs of attendance through a reduction of the amount that may be requested for tuition increases in the next academic year, or for the award of need-based scholarships.”

There was discussion on the proposed Bonus Program for College employees and the alternative, suggested by Trustee Jeff Schilz. At the conclusion of discussions, the Chair called for the yeas and nays, and the following Resolution was defeated by voice vote.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

ALLOCATION OF ADDITIONAL UNBUDGETED RECEIPTS

_________________________

October 14, 2011

__________________________

WHEREAS, College management has informed the Board that due to an unanticipated increase in enrollment there has been an increase in actual and anticipated net revenues for the current fiscal year;

WHEREAS, the budget for fiscal year 2011-2012 approved by the Board on June 30, 2011 did provide for the allocation of such additional net revenues;

WHEREAS, College management has indicated its intent to use some or all of these net revenues for the award of one-time bonuses for qualified employees of the College; and

WHEREAS, the Board is of the opinion that due to the current economic climate it is more advisable to reserve such additional revenue in order to address potential reductions in assistance from the state and/or to defray the cost of attendance for our students.

NOW THEREFORE, be it

RESOLVED, that all additional unanticipated and unbudgeted net increases in College revenues realized as a result of increased enrollment during the current fiscal year be allocated exclusively to the institutional reserve fund to be applied for use in the event of a mid-year reduction in State support, or to defray the costs of attendance through a reduction of the amount that may be requested for tuition increases in the next academic year, or for the award of need-based scholarships;

RESOLVED, that nothing contained herein is intended to amend or supersede the Resolution on Budget Adjustments adopted by the Board on this date because such adjustments did not provide for the allocation of such unanticipated and unbudgeted increases in the College next revenues; and

RESOLVED, that College management is directed to take such actions as may be necessary and appropriate to effectuate these allocations and adjustments in a timely manner.

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The motion was made by Trustee Philip Bell, and seconded by Trustee Joe Thompson, to go into Executive Session at 11:15 a.m. (1) to consult with Counsel on litigation, actual and potential legal claims and related matters protected by attorney-client privilege; (2) to discuss a personnel matter regarding the denial of tenure and promotion; and (3) to finalize the State Agency Head Survey Data Tally Sheet. All in favor.

The motion was made by Trustee Dwight Johnson, and seconded by Trustee Philip Bell, to come out of Executive Session at 12:55 p.m. All in favor.

Trustee Cherry Daniel, Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee, moved adoption of the following resolution that was previously approved by the Committee.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

ON THE

APPEAL REQUEST OF MICHAEL REARDON, Ph.D.

OCTOBER 14, 2011

WHEREAS, with respect to his denial of tenure and promotion by the College, Michael Reardon, Ph.D. has failed to present to the Board newly discovered evidence that was previously unknown at the time of his denial of tenure and promotion that could have affected the outcome of that decision, nor has he presented any irregularity in the tenure and promotion process that adversely affected a finding of material fact or that otherwise improperly influenced the outcome of such decision.

NOW THEREFORE, be it --

RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby declines to accept the appeal of Michael Reardon, Ph.D., dated August 31, 2011, from the denial of tenure and promotion determination made by the President of the College on March 15, 2011 and subsequently reaffirmed by the President on August 17, 2011.

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After discussion, the Chair called for the yeas and nays and the Resolution passed unanimously by voice vote.

A motion was then made by Trustee Daniel, and seconded by Trustee Mikell, that the meeting be adjourned at 1:00 p.m. All in favor.