Nevada System of Higher Education-System Office

The Board meeting included discussions on affirmative action procedures, updates on legislative activities affecting higher education, and the approval of various academic programs, including AAS degrees in Ophthalmic Technology, Nursing, Machine Technology, Child Development, and Medical Records Technology. The Board also addressed personnel matters, awarded tenure and promotions to faculty, approved salary plans, and authorized bond issues for facility construction at various system institutions. Additionally, the Board reviewed audit reports, approved interlocal agreements, authorized property sales and easements, and granted honorary associate degrees.

The Board of Regents meeting included a closed session for personnel evaluations. Key actions included the approval of an amendment to the Board of Regents Bylaws, sabbatical leaves for faculty, the establishment of an honorary associate degree award for community colleges, and salary adjustments for administrative positions. The Board also approved property deed transfers, a $5,000,000 grant for the Mackay School of Mines, and a long-term lease agreement for the Desert Research Institute. Additionally, the Board appointed a new Chancellor for the University of Nevada System, reviewed academic program proposals including new doctoral and master's degrees, approved summer session budgets, and adopted a master plan for the UNR North Campus. A legislative workshop was conducted to discuss the University of Nevada System planning report for 1987-1992.

The committee met to discuss newspaper reports regarding the selection of an investigator for the university, as mandated by legislative action. The board drafted a letter to the Legislative Commission expressing concerns about the impartiality and selection process of the investigation group, emphasizing the need for nationally recognized educators and independent study conductors. The committee reached a consensus that the drafted letter should be kept confidential and only shared with the specified addressees.

The meeting involved the submission of a balance sheet regarding the condition of funds from several departments. The Board approved the nomination of an Acting Irrigation Engineer for the Experiment Station. Additionally, the President was granted a leave of absence to attend professional association meetings and represent the state, with the appointment of an Acting President to serve during his absence.

The Board discussed and approved a 5-year lease agreement with The Ribeiro Corporation for office space to house the System Administration in Las Vegas. The terms include a monthly rate of $3,392 for 2,339 square feet, with the initial 6 months of rent donated by the lessor. The space will accommodate 8 offices, a reception area, a storage area, and a conference space, with the University of Nevada System responsible for utilities, maintenance, and equipment insurance.