A meeting of the Board of Trustees convened at 10:05 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2019, in Room 326 of Stewart Center on the Purdue University campus in West Lafayette, Indiana.

All trustees were present: Michael Berghoff, chairman; Sonny Beck; JoAnn Brouillette; Vanessa Castagna; Malcolm DeKryger; Gary Lehman; Michael Klipsch; Daniel Romary; Thomas Spurgeon, vice chairman; and Don Thompson.

Officers and administrators in attendance were: Mitch Daniels, president; Jay Akridge, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and diversity; Bill Sullivan, treasurer and chief financial officer; Jim Almond, senior vice president, assistant treasurer, and assistant secretary; Steve Schultz, general counsel; Janice Indrutz, corporate secretary and senior executive assistant to the Board; Ron Elsenbaumer, chancellor of Purdue University Fort Wayne; and Tom Keon; chancellor of Purdue University Northwest.

I. ROLL CALL

Chairman Berghoff called the meeting to order and noted that all trustees were in attendance.

II. FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE

Chairman Berghoff drew the Board’s attention to the schedule of future meetings listed on the agenda through 2020. He noted that the Board’s next meeting would be held at Purdue Polytechnic Anderson, and he reminded the Board members that the dates of the October 2019 meetings had been moved up a day.

III. APPROVAL OF UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGENDA

Chairman Berghoff read the list of items the committees had recommended for full Board approval, which composed the unanimous consent agenda along with other routine items, as follows:

• Minutes: Stated Meeting, December 7, 2018; and Executive Session, December 6, 2018;
• Approval to name the Krannert School of Management deanship and thus ratify Dr. David L. Hummels as the Dr. Samuel R. Allen Dean of the Krannert School of Management, as recommended by the Academic and Student Affairs Committee;
• Ratification of Dr. Charles M. Krousgrill as the Tebbe Family 150th Anniversary Professor in Mechanical Engineering, as recommended by the Academic and Student Affairs Committee;
• For Purdue Fort Wayne, approval of new Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, as recommended by the Academic and Student Affairs Committee;
• For the IUPUI Purdue School of Science: Approval of M.S. in Computational Data Science, as recommended by the Academic and Student Affairs Committee;
• For the IUPUI Purdue School of Engineering and Technology: Approval to change the title of the M.S. in Interdisciplinary Engineering to M.S. in Engineering and the M.S.E. in Interdisciplinary Engineering to M.S.E. in Engineering, as recommended by the Academic and Student Affairs Committee;
• Approval to finance, construct and award construction contract for the Union Club Hotel Renovation, as recommended by the Physical Facilities Committee;
• Approval to purchase University Church, located at 320 North Street in West Lafayette, from Purdue Research Foundation, as recommended by the Physical Facilities Committee;
• Adoption of Annual Report of the Senior Director of Audits, as recommended by the Audit and Risk Management Committee;
• Approval of 2019 official degree dates;
• Approval of Conflict of Interest disclosures; and
• Approval of exceptions to the Nepotism Policy.

Chairman Berghoff asked if any of the Board members wished to have an item removed from the consent agenda for further discussion. Hearing no such request, and upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the unanimous consent agenda. All supporting documents were filed with the minutes.

IV. REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT

President Daniels provided an update on the university’s strategic initiatives. He reminded everyone that Purdue Moves was launched in August 2013 and, in June 2018, the Board reaffirmed the original initiatives and approved the addition of three initiatives, all within the five categories of Affordability and Accessibility, Online Education, STEM Leadership, World-Changing Research, and Transformative Education. President Daniels then discussed progress made within each category. He highlighted that tremendous work had been done within the Life Sciences initiative, and he pointed to the significant increase in research awards from the Department of Defense, for which he expressed pride that the university was participating in national security efforts. President Daniels informed the Board of the great results achieved through the creation of learning communities within the Integrative Data Science Initiative and the communities’ positive impact on students. He also reported a 75% success rate with the Summer Start Program, which prompted lengthy discussion. Chairman Berghoff observed that, through Summer Start, 120 of the students who started in 2016 and would not have been admitted otherwise would graduate from Purdue, which, he said, was very powerful. Dr. Frank Dooley, vice provost for teaching and learning, answered questions from the Board about the Summer Start program. President Daniels was pleased to report great progress within the Degree in 3 initiative and expressed his hope that Purdue would lead the way in this regard. Vice Provost Dooley commented that the IMPACT program, which President Daniels had also highlighted, was getting national recognition as one of the most innovative student learning and faculty development programs in the country.

A copy of President Daniels’ report presentation was filed with the minutes.

V. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR FRIENDS OF PURDUE UNIVERSITY

President Daniels then profiled the gifts of $1,000,000 or more that the university had received since the Board last met on December 7, 2018. The donors of these gifts were recognized in the following Resolution of Appreciation:

WHEREAS, the following friends of Purdue University have generously contributed $1,000,000 or more to move Purdue to greater excellence and preeminence; and

WHEREAS, the University wishes to acknowledge the significance of these gifts to new directions, advancements, and momentum in Purdue’s history, progress, and future;

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED:

1. That the University and the Trustees are grateful to these individuals for their leadership and support of Purdue University; and

2. That this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the Board of Trustees as part of the permanent record of the University.

FRIENDS: Anonymous, to support the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics; Anonymous, to support the College of Veterinary Medicine; Anonymous, to support the Davidson School of Chemical Engineering; Sam and Marsha Allen, to support Krannert School of Management; Rick and Anne Borch, to support the College of Pharmacy; Mary J. Elmore, to support the College of Science; Bill and Jane Keene, to support the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering; and Mark and Sandra Shambaugh, to support Purdue University.

Chairman Berghoff called for a motion to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for these friends of Purdue University. Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the Resolution. A formal copy of the Resolution was filed with the minutes.

VI. RATIFICATION OF DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR OF SOCIOLOGY

Provost Akridge respectfully requested approval to appoint Dr. Robin S. Stryker as a Distinguished Professor of Sociology in the College of Liberal Arts. He informed the Board that Dr. Stryker had been recruited from the University of Arizona through Purdue’s Leading Faculty Bridge Program. Provost Akridge explained that Dr. Stryker was an award-winning scholar who was most well-known for her socio-legal research program in law, politics, and inequality, and whose body of research was uniquely powerful and internationally recognized. He added that Dr. Stryker had received numerous and prestigious honors and awards, including for her teaching, and he noted her professional service. Provost Akridge also cited one of eight letters received in support of Dr. Stryker’s appointment.

Trustee Lehman remarked that the author of one of Dr. Stryker’s letters discussed how Dr. Stryker and she often challenged each other’s thinking but she recommended Dr. Stryker’s appointment without question. He said reading the letter gave him hope that diversity of thought in academia was being encouraged. Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to ratify Dr. Stryker’s appointment. Supporting documents and a photo were filed with the minutes.

Dr. Stryker commented that she was honored and humbled by the appointment and, since arriving at Purdue last fall, she had been “blown away” by the high quality of the institution and the brilliance and productivity of her colleagues. She said it was very meaningful to have the opportunity to return to, and give back to, her home state of Indiana. Dr. Stryker also expressed her appreciation for the nurturing environment at Purdue.

VII. RATIFICATION OF ROSCOE H. GEORGE DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Provost Akridge respectfully requested approval to appoint Dr. Mung Chiang as the Roscoe H. George Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He reminded the Board that Dr. Chiang was an award-winning researcher in networks engineering and a leader in educational innovation who came to Purdue from Princeton in 2017 to serve as the John A. Edwardson Dean of the College of Engineering. Provost Akridge stated that being nominated for a distinguished professorship was indicative of Dr. Chiang’s extraordinary record as a scholar. Provost Akridge noted that Dr. Chiang had received the National Science Foundation’s Alan T. Waterman Award, which was one of the highest honors given to young scientists and engineers, and he announced that, most recently, Dr. Chiang had been named to the steering committee of the newly expanded Industrial Internet Consortium, now one of the world’s largest technology industry organizations. Provost Akridge also cited one of five letters received in support of Dr. Chiang’s appointment.

Trustee Romary remarked that Dr. Chiang was still conducting research while serving as dean and transforming the College of Engineering, which, he said, was incredible. Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to ratify Dr. Chiang’s appointment. Supporting documents and a photo were filed with the minutes.

Dr. Chiang spoke about Purdue professor Roscoe George’s legacy and said he was deeply honored to be the distinguished professor bearing his name. He remarked that research and teaching were addictive and said he treasured the opportunity to carry out his research and teaching in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Dr. Chiang also said that, as the College of Engineering continued to become the pinnacle of excellence among the top 10 engineering colleges in the country, he was “humbled to enjoy the double privilege of both leading the college and being a small part of it.”

VIII. REPORT OF THE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Chairman Berghoff called upon Dr. Eric Barker to make his first report to the Board as dean of the College of Pharmacy since July 1, 2017. Dean Barker thanked the Board for the opportunity to share some of the great things that Pharmacy faculty, staff, and students were doing. He was pleased to share that the College remained one of the top ten pharmacy programs in the country, graduating approximately 150 pharmacists per year, and he reported that two-thirds of Indiana pharmacists were Purdue graduates who played an important role in the delivery of health care to Hoosiers.

Dean Barker provided an overview of the College and highlighted the two-year pre-pharmacy program which, he said, made a pharmacy degree more affordable for students, and he illustrated how the three departments within the College worked together to play an important role in the spectrum of drug discovery and delivery of care to patients. He also noted that roughly one-quarter of the faculty had been recognized for excellence in teaching and the College was first in its peer group for the number of patents issued and filed. Dean Barker announced that, in December 2018, the College of Pharmacy faculty had approved a new strategic plan which had been developed along with engaged alumni around the key themes of partnerships, innovation, and leadership. He then discussed aspects of the strategic plan which included developing innovative ways to enhance student success, prioritizing research investments, advancing innovations in pharmacy practice, and alumni engagement.

Dean Barker also outlined challenges and opportunities. Challenges he discussed included the national decline of applicants to pharmacy programs and facilities/space needs, for which, he pointed out, the College had been fundraising. To conclude his report, Dean Barker expressed excitement about a potential partnership with Purdue Global and explained several compelling reasons for the partnership.

In response to a question from Trustee Castagna, Dean Barker said the decline in applications was a real concern for many schools of pharmacy nationally and he offered his opinion as to why. He further shared that the Big Ten schools were working together on a common messaging program for middle and high school students to encourage careers in pharmacy. Trustee Thompson remarked about the significant level of giving to the College and asked Dean Barker how that had been accomplished. Dean Barker attributed it to the College’s professional identity and its commitment to a high level of engagement. Provost Akridge interjected to say that Dean Barker, himself, was committed to engagement and his leadership had been instrumental. Trustee Romary commented that Dean Barker should be commended for his efforts to collaborate with other units across the university, and Trustee Brouillette described the College as innovative, forward thinking, collaborative, and team minded. A copy of Dean Barker’s report presentation was filed with the minutes.

IX. REPORT OF THE PURDUE GRADUATE STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Chairman Berghoff called for a report from the Purdue Graduate Student Government, which was given by its president, Mr. Taylor Bailey, who introduced himself as a Ph.D. student in the Department of Comparative Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine and a 2015 alumnus with a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology.

Mr. Bailey discussed how PGSG’s continued mission to enhance the graduate student experience, with a particular focus on pursuits outside the classroom and laboratory, was being achieved through activities promoted by a Career Team, Life Team, Community Team, and grant programs. One activity he highlighted was PGSG’s Mental Health Awareness Week from February 4-8, 2019. He explained that this was the second year for this program because PGSG had a responsibility to participate in the mental health conversation. Mr. Bailey expressed appreciation for the university’s expansion of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and noted that two CAPS counselors now had permanent offices in the Graduate Student Center. He also expressed appreciation for the Graduate School’s efforts to offer more resources to help alleviate circumstances that could lead to mental health issues.

Mr. Bailey also reported that it was worthwhile for the Board to understand the context of the Graduate Student Bill of Rights project but stressed that Purdue was not a hostile environment for graduate students. He discussed the origin of the three-year project and explained that the Bill of Rights was a document created by students for students to set standardized expectations for both students and faculty in order to promote positive relationships and foster mutual success. He added that PGSG had connected with the University Senate and Graduate Council to gain faculty perspective and buy-in. He concluded that the project had been well-received and expressed his hope that it would be finalized by the end of the academic year. Mr. Bailey also recognized Dr. Linda Mason for her leadership of the Graduate School to provide opportunities for students to be as successful as possible.

Trustee DeKryger agreed with the comment Mr. Bailey made during his report that graduate school was very different from undergraduate school, and he remarked about his personal naïveté when he entered graduate school. He said the Bill of Rights project was very important and expressed his hope that it came to fruition. Trustee DeKryger applauded Mr. Bailey for his efforts. Copies of Mr. Bailey’s written report and report presentation were filed with the minutes.

X. REPORT OF THE PURDUE NORTHWEST STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Chairman Berghoff invited Mr. James Schooley, current student body president at Purdue Northwest, to report on behalf of the students at the Purdue Northwest Hammond and Westville campuses. Mr. Schooley began by saying that the PNW Student Government Association (SGA) was in a unique position to grow and evolve to serve the needs of both campuses post-unification. He discussed new positions that had been created within the organization to foster collaboration across the campuses, and he provided background about the students who had assumed those roles. Mr. Schooley also illustrated a breakdown of student service funding, for which, he said, SGA would soon make a recommendation to move it from an administrative-led and student supported initiative to a student-led and administrative supported initiative, as peer institutions had done. He also discussed issues and concerns. One concern he highlighted was declining enrollment and lack of course availability at the Westville campuses, for which, he said, the Faculty Senate would form a committee to study. He also informed the Board about current and future endeavors, and he thanked the Board for the opportunity to report on behalf of PNW students.

At Trustee Castagna’s request, Mr. Schooley said he was from Michigan City and double majoring in history and political science, with an interest in pursuing a career in law. Trustee Lehman asked Mr. Schooley to share his opinion on the cause of the declining enrollment at the Westville campus. Mr. Schooley said it was a complicated issue with several factors. Chancellor Keon agreed with Mr. Schooley that there were many factors, but most significant had been the discontinuation of associate’s degrees. Chancellor Keon also agreed with Mr. Schooley that moving to year-long scheduling would resolve a few issues. Trustee Romary asked Mr. Schooley to comment on the relationship between Hammond and Westville students. Mr. Schooley said that members of student leadership were mixing very well, and, though they were fairly different, the cultures were beginning to unify. Chairman Berghoff thanked Mr. Schooley for serving on the Student Trustee Search Committee, which would be meeting the following day to interview candidates for the position. Copies of James’ written report and report presentation were filed with the minutes.

XI. DESIGNATION OF DIRECTORS FOR PURDUE INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Because the Purdue International, Inc. Board of Directors would meet immediately following this meeting, Chairman Berghoff invoked chairman’s prerogative to recommend that Trustees Beck, Brouillette, Castagna, Klipsch, and Lehman be designated to the Purdue International board for another one-year term. Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the recommendation.

XII. ADJOURNMENT

By consent, the meeting adjourned at 11:55 a.m.