University Planning Council
Wednesday, January 26, 1999
UN 207, Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Minutes

Present: D. Baldwin, D. Cress, T. Fossum, L. Gellott, J. Hanson, F. Kavenik, J. Keating, Co-Chair, E. Letven, P. Lyter, S. McLaughlin, J. Ostheimer, T. Peischl, B. Piazza, C. Rugzie, D. Sharp., R. Singer, Co-Chair, J. Sounderpandian, A. Statham, R. Stolz, B. Stoner, W. Streeter, Guests: B. Baruth, C. Jameson, N. Smith

The meeting was called to order at noon.

• I. The minutes of the December 8 th meeting were approved.

• II. Technology – T. Peischl discussed Information Systems Strategic Plan and the Technology Advisory Committee. The following issues were raised:

•  Need for Administrative Computing representation.

•  The role of the group should be participative rather than reactionary.

•  The Committee should not be restricted to reviewing only new technology.

•  The strategic plan should be reviewed by the TAC.

• III. Enrollment Management update - S. McLaughlin reviewed the activities of the EMT which is considering an enrollment management model with a director of enrollment management. Models considered include bringing just admissions and financial aid together, to including registration, cashier, advising and student support services. Also being discussed is the reporting line for the Director. Other areas explored by the EMT include cross training of staff and office space. An update of progress with last year's task recommendations will be provided at the next meeting.

• IV. Title III – D. Baldwin and N. Smith reported on the Title III institutional grant proposal. Retention is the problem, and a logic model is being developed to connect the problem with the proposed solution. A mixture of process and results outcomes are being built into the proposal. Other retention activities that we are pursuing should be communicated to Nina so they can be included in the grant. Input regarding outcomes should be forwarded to Dirk.

• V. Childcare Report – W. Streeter reported on the Task Force recommendations and what actions have been taken. C. Jameson (Chair of the Task Force) responded to questions dealing with methodology. The Alternative Delivery Group and Enrollment Management Team will consider the issue of expanded childcare as they explore alternative programming, delivery, and new markets.

Adjournment: 2:00 p.m.