Minutes, Mar. 17, 2009

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA
HELD AT Atlanta, Georgia March 17, 2009
CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, in the Board Room, 270 Washington St., S.W., in Atlanta The Chair of the Board, Regent Richard L. Tucker, called the meeting to order at approximately 1:00 p.m. Present on Tuesday, in addition to Chair Tucker, were Vice Chair Robert F. Hatcher and Regents James A. Bishop, Kenneth R. Bernard, Jr., Hugh A. Carter, Jr., William H. Cleveland, Felton Jenkins, W. Mansfield Jennings, Jr., James R. Jolly, Elridge W. McMillan, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., William H. NeSmith, Jr., Doreen Stiles Poitevint, Willis J. Potts, Jr., Wanda Yancey Rodwell, Kessel D. Stelling, Jr., Benjamin Tarbutton, III, and Allan Vigil.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Regent William H. Cleveland.
SAFETY BRIEFING
Chief Bruce Holmes gave a briefing of basic safety information.
ATTENDANCE REPORT
The attendance report was read by the Secretary to the Board, J. Burns Newsome, who announced that all Regents were present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the Board of Regents meetings held on February 10, 2009, and February 25, 2009, were unanimously approved.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW PRESIDENT: COLLEGE OF COASTAL GEORGIA
Chancellor Erroll B. Davis, Jr. introduced Dr. Valerie A. Hepburn, who was appointed as the President of The College of Coastal Georgia ("CCG") on January 13, 2009. President Hepburn's previous service to the University System includes service as Assistant Dean of the University of Georgia's College of Public Health and Associate Director of the Institute of Public Health at Georgia State University. She has also served as an adjunct faculty member at The Medical College of Georgia and as the Director of the Division of Health Planning at the Georgia Department of
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Community Health. President Hepburn holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from the University of Georgia (2006), a Master of Public Administration from Georgia State University (1987), and a Bachelor of Arts from Agnes Scott College (1983).
President Hepburn thanked the Board for its support of the college and for its confidence in her.
RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
Chancellor Davis recognized several legislative guests who attended President Hepburn's introduction and remarks. These legislative guests included Representative Jerry Keen, Representative Roger Lane, and Ms. Sally Fox.
Chancellor Davis also recognized Mr. Andre Goodman from Augusta State University and Mr. Evan Eskeridge from Georgia State University, both of whom are members of the University System Student Advisory Council, and Dr. Saida Akbarova, who is from Uzbekistan and is in Georgia studying educational leadership.
CHANCELLOR'S REMARKS
Chancellor Davis updated the Board on key legislation currently under consideration by the General Assembly. He explained that a very complex legislative session has been dominated by the national economy. The state's net revenue collection fell drastically in February and was 34% less than the same month last year. The total recommended budget reductions thus far for Fiscal Year 2010 is $265.6 million. Stabilization funds from the federal stimulus package will help for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011, but these funds are only temporary.
The Chancellor also reminded the Board that the poor economy is driving applications for admission to record highs. Exploding demand coupled with severe budget cuts will make effective planning both more complicated and more critical.
The Chancellor thanked the University System's faculty and staff as well as members the Board for working so hard to meet student demand in a time of diminishing resources. He ended by stressing that the future of Georgia depends on public higher education.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE: STRATEGIC PLANNING
Under the leadership of Chair Robert F. Hatcher, the Strategic Planning Committee, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, heard a presentation on Goal One of the Strategic Plan. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Planning and Implementation, Shelley C. Nickel, introduced Dr. Linda M. Noble, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Faculty Affairs, who discussed the teaching responsibilities of today's faculty and how they can impact student learning.
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Dr. Noble was joined by Dr. Christy Price, Professor of Psychology at Dalton State College. Dr. Price is an award-winning faculty member who has conducted research on teaching techniques that influence student motivation. Dr. Price addressed the key points of her research and explained why teaching methods need to be adjusted to meet the learning needs of today's students.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
EXECUTIVE AND COMPENSATION COMMITTEE
The Executive and Compensation Committee met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 9:32 a.m. in room 7019. Committee members in attendance were Chair Richard L. Tucker, Vice Chair Robert F. Hatcher, and Regents James R. Jolly, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., Elridge McMillan, and Allan Vigil. University System of Georgia staff members who were present included Chancellor Erroll B. Davis, Jr., the Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs & Secretary to the Board, J. Burns Newsome, the Chief Operating Officer, Robert E. Watts, and the Chief Academic Officer & Executive Vice Chancellor, Susan Herbst. Chair Tucker reported to the Board that the Committee reviewed several items in executive session, only one of which required action.
1. Information Item: Academic Programs
The Chancellor informed the Board that some institutions had submitted for Board approval programs which might not be consistent with the proposing institutions' mission statements. The committee agreed that such proposals would not be considered until the Board could have a fuller discussion on institutional missions.
2. Information Item: Presidential Search Update
The Chief Academic Officer & Executive Vice Chancellor, Susan Herbst, briefed the committee on presidential searches currently in progress.
3. Executive Session: Personnel Matters
At approximately 9:40 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, Chair Richard L. Tucker called for an executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters. With motion properly made and seconded, the Regents who were present voted unanimously to go into executive session. Those Regents are as listed above. The Chancellor and members of his senior staff also were present. In accordance with H.B. 278, Section 3 (amending O.C.G.A. 50-14-4), an affidavit regarding this executive session is on file in the Office of the Secretary to the Board.
Chair Tucker reconvened the committee in its regular session at approximately 10:04 a.m. and announced that no actions were taken during executive session.
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4. Emeritus Appointment
On the advice of Chancellor Davis and President Mark P. Becker, the Board elected Carl V. Patton as President Emeritus of Georgia State University.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 10:06 a.m.
COMMITTEE ON ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
The Committee on Academic Affairs met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 10:15 a.m. in room 5158. Committee members in attendance were Chair James A. Bishop, Vice Chair Kessel D. Stelling, Jr., and Regents Kenneth R. Bernard, Jr., Hugh A. Carter, Jr., W. Mansfield Jennings, Jr., Elridge W. McMillan, and Doreen Stiles Poitevint. Also in attendance were the Chief Academic Officer & Executive Vice Chancellor, Susan Herbst, and other System Office staff. Representatives from System institutions were also present. Chair Bishop reported to the Board that the Committee had reviewed 17 items, 15 of which required action. With motion properly made, seconded, and unanimously adopted, the Board approved and authorized the following:
1. Revised Mission Statement, East Georgia College
The Board approved the request of President John B. Black that East Georgia College be authorized to revise its mission statement, effective March 18, 2009. The College's revised Mission Statement is as follows:
East Georgia College is an associate degree granting, liberal arts institution of the University System of Georgia providing its students access to both academically transferable programs of study and collaborative programs in occupation related fields. The College prepares traditional and nontraditional students for success in the global 21st Century through a technologically advanced teaching and learning environment that fosters personal growth. The College continuously engages the communities it serves through public service, continuing education, cultural enrichment, and economic development opportunities.
2. Revised Mission Statement, Georgia Highlands College
The Board approved the request of President J. Randolph Pierce that Georgia Highlands College be authorized to revise its mission statement, effective March 18, 2009. The College's revised Mission Statement is as follows:
Georgia Highlands College, a two-year institution of the University System of Georgia, will provide access to excellent educational opportunities for the intellectual, cultural, and physical development of a diverse population.
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Goal Statements
To achieve this mission of being a gateway to success for students, Georgia Highlands College has articulated the following goals:
1. Effect quality teaching and learning that are focused on academic achievement and personal and professional growth.
2. Provide comprehensive student services that encourage and enable all students to be successful learners.
3. Engage students in a challenging atmosphere that prepares them for responsibility and leadership in an evolving global environment.
4. Utilize appropriate technologies to advance programs, services and operations to support teaching and learning.
5. Maintain efficient and effective administrative services to support all programs of the college.
3. Revised Institutional Statutes, Georgia Southwestern State University
The Board approved the request of President Kendall A. Blanchard that Georgia Southwestern State University be authorized to revise the university's institutional statutes, effective March 18, 2009. The revision relates to the function and composition of standing committees. The revised section of the statutes was approved by the faculty on December 5, 2008. The changes involved how the institutional Committee on Academic Affairs would address the improvement of facilities in the Library and Instructional Technology Center and the work of the Deans in implementing a balanced and adequate acquisitions program as well as determining policies for the maximum student utilization of those facilities.
The revised institutional statutes are on file in the Board's Office of Academic Affairs.
4. Establishment of the Paulding County Site, Georgia Highlands College and Kennesaw State University
The Board approved the request of Presidents John Randolph Pierce and Daniel S. Papp that Georgia Highlands College and Kennesaw State University be authorized to establish a Paulding County site for educational instruction, effective March 18, 2009.
The site will be used to meet the higher education demands of an increasing number of under-served students in the area. Instructional delivery at the Paulding site will be accomplished through traditional face-to-face classroom contact as well the use of some distance education technologies. It
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is anticipated that a limited number of faculty will be assigned and based at the site until the demand for specific programs of study has been identified. In addition, a growing cadre of experienced and reliable part-time faculty will be assigned to the site.
5. Establishment of a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Science, Columbus State University
The Board approved the request of President Timothy S. Mescon that Columbus State University be authorized to establish a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Science, effective March 18, 2009.
6. Establishment of a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting, Southern Polytechnic State University
The Board approved the request of President Lisa A. Rossbacher that Southern Polytechnic State University be authorized to establish a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting, effective March 18, 2009.
7. Establishment of Secondary Education Certification for the Existing Bachelor of Arts with a major in English and the Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology, Clayton State University
The Board approved the request of President Thomas K. Harden that Clayton State University be authorized to establish secondary education certification options for the existing Bachelor of Arts with a major in English and the Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology, effective March 18, 2009.
8. Establishment of an Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology, Georgia Perimeter College
The Board approved the request of President Anthony S. Tricoli that Georgia Perimeter College be authorized to establish an Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology, effective March 18, 2009.
9. Establishment of the Existing Doctor of Nursing Practice as an External Program at Macon State College, Medical College of Georgia
The Board approved the request of President Daniel W. Rahn that the Medical College of Georgia be authorized to offer, as an external degree, the existing Doctor of Nursing Practice as an external program at Macon State College, effective March 18, 2009.
10. Establishment of the Existing Doctor of Education with a major in Adult Education as an External Program at the UGA Gwinnett Campus, University of Georgia
The Board approved the request of President Michael F. Adams that the University of Georgia be
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authorized to offer, as an external degree, the existing Doctor of Education with a major in Adult Education as an external program at the UGA Gwinnett Campus, effective March 18, 2009.
11. Substantive Change of Specialist in Education Programs in Secondary Education, Columbus State University
The Board approved the request of President Timothy S. Mescon that Columbus State University be authorized to substantively change Specialist in Education programs in secondary education, effective March 18, 2009. Specifically, the Board approved President Mescon's request to merge the Specialist in Education programs in secondary English, secondary mathematics, secondary science, and secondary social science/history into one Specialist in Education program in secondary education. The individual programs have a common professional core (10 hours) and a concentration (20 hours) in one of the aforementioned disciplinary areas. Combining the programs into one Specialist in Education program will create a robust program in terms of enrollment and number of graduates while still allowing students to complete advanced studies in their discipline.
12. Named Faculty Positions
Administrative and academic appointments were reviewed by the Chair of the Committee on Academic Affairs. Records concerning such appointments are on file and available for inspection in the Board's Office of Academic Affairs.
13. Termination of Specific Academic Programs, Macon State College
The Board approved the request of President David A. Bell that Macon State College be authorized to terminate academic programs, effective March 18, 2009. Specifically, the Board approved President Bell's request to terminate the following programs: Associate of Applied Science in Public Management, the Associate of Applied Science in Health Science, and a one-year certificate in Business Management.
14. Termination of Specific Academic Programs, University of Georgia
The Board approved the request of President Michael F. Adams that the University of Georgia ("UGA") be authorized to terminate academic programs, effective March 18, 2009. Specifically, the Board authorized the university to terminate the following programs:
Bachelor of Science in Education with a major in Instructional Psychology, Training, and Technology
Master of Science with a major in Anatomy Doctor of Philosophy with a major in Language Education Master of Science with a major in Physiology Master of Science with a major in Pharmacology Doctor of Philosophy with a major in Physical Education and Sport Studies
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Master of Education with a major in Physical Education and Sport Studies Master of Arts with a major in Physical Education and Sport Studies Doctor of Education with a major in Physical Education and Sport Studies Master of Arts with a major in Greek Master of Arts in Teaching with a major in English Doctor of Education with a major in Reading Education
15. Waiver to Degree Credit Hour Length for the Bachelor of Music with a major in Music Therapy, University of Georgia
The Board approved the request of President Michael F. Adams that the University of Georgia ("UGA") be authorized to waive the credit hour degree length requirement for the Bachelor of Music with a major in Music Therapy, effective March 18, 2009. The university requested a credit hour waiver for the major in Music Therapy under the Bachelor of Music Degree from 122 to 129 credit hours. The change is necessary to meet the accreditation standard of the American Music Therapy Association, which has been modified to include additional clinical work. The clinical experiences are required for graduates to obtain Music Therapy Board Certification, an important credential for students who seek to practice in the profession. The major in Music Therapy is currently approved at 122 credit hours for graduation. As a result of the accreditation revision, the major will now require 129 credit hours.
16. Information Item: Follow-up Report on System Office and Institutional Diversity
The Vice Chancellor for Human Resources, Mr. Wayne Guthrie, made a presentation to the committee regarding diversity planning and initiatives for Fiscal Year 2010.
17. Information Item: Report on Peer Comparator Institutions
The Vice Chancellor for Research and Policy Analysis, Dr. Cathie Mayes Hudson, led a discussion and provided a report on those institutions that are considered peer comparators of University System of Georgia institutions.
A detailed Report on Peer Comparator Institutions of the University System of Georgia is available for inspection in the Board's Office of Academic Affairs.
Regent Bernard expressed concern about the state's critical need for excellent teachers and his fear that the state will not be able to meet the demand for teachers. The problem is exacerbated by the current economic downturn and the lack of resources available to most school systems for hiring new teachers. He is fearful that the current situation may lead students to not pursue degrees in education fields. He requested that the Board work with the Georgia Board of Education to ensure an adequate supply of outstanding teachers.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 11:00 a.m.
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COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS
The Committee on Finance and Business Operations met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately10:10 a.m. in the Board Room. Committee members in attendance were Chair Willis J. Potts, Jr., Vice Chair William H. Cleveland, and Regents Felton Jenkins, James R. Jolly, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., William H. NeSmith, Jr., Benjamin J. Tarbutton, III, and Allan Vigil. The Chair of the Board, Richard L. Tucker, the Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs & Board Treasurer, Usha Ramachandran, and the Chief Audit Officer & Associate Vice Chancellor for Internal Audit, Ronald B. Stark, were also in attendance. Chair Potts reported to the Board that the Committee reviewed two items, one of which required action. With motion properly made, seconded, and unanimously adopted, the Board approved and authorized the following:
1. Renewal and Amendments of Agreements Between the Board of Regents and MCG Health, Inc. Regarding Medical College of Georgia Hospitals and Clinics
The Board approved the renewal of the Master Affiliation Agreement and all Associated Agreements for Fiscal Year 2009 between the Medical College of Georgia and MCG Health, Inc. regarding the operation of MCG Hospitals and Clinics, with amendments. A copy of the proposed agreements is on file and available for inspection in the Board's Office of Fiscal Affairs.
2. Information Item: Update on Shared Services Initiative
The Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs, Ms. Usha Ramachandran, provided the committee with an update of the University System of Georgia's Shared Services Initiative.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 10:44 a.m.
COMMITTEE ON MEDICAL EDUCATION EXPANSION
The Committee on Medical Education Expansion met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 8:30 a.m. in Room 5158. Committee members in attendance were Chair James A. Bishop and Regents Kenneth R. Bernard, Jr., Felton Jenkins, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., William H. NeSmith, Jr., Willis J. Potts, Jr., and Kessel D. Stelling, Jr. The Chair of the Board, Richard L. Tucker, the President of the University of Georgia, Michael F. Adams, the President of the Medical College of Georgia, Daniel W. Rahn, the Executive Director of the Center for Health Workforce, Benjamin R. Robinson, and representatives from institutions were also in attendance. Chair Bishop reported to the Board that the Committee reviewed three information items, none of which required action.
1. Information Item: Ongoing preparation for accreditation site visit to Athens Campus.
The Liaison Committee for Medical Education ("LCME") will make its official site visit to the MCG/UGA Partnership Campus in Athens in April. The Partnership campus must receive approval from the LCME before the MCG/UGA campus can begin recruiting medical students. In preparation for this visit, MCG staff has provided important material to the LCME for their
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review. Additional actions have also been taken to prepare for the visit in April.

2. Information Item: Update on developments with Medical Education programs at Partnership Campus

Dr. Barbara Schuster, Dean of the Athens campus, provided the committee with an update on medical education operations at the Partnership campus in Athens. Information provided to the committee covered ongoing progress with recruitment, facilities, equipment, curriculum development, student services, admissions, and other items.

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Information Item: Guiding principles for operating agreement

President Rahn informed the committee of agreements between MCG and UGA leadership that outline critical components of the operations of the MCG/UGA medical partnership campus in Athens. Included in these agreements are controls put on use of funds for the partnership campus, faculty appointments, and services for medical students and faculty.

The Committee meeting adjourned at approximately 9:27 a.m.

COMMITTEE ON INTERNAL AUDIT

The Committee on Internal Audit met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 10:44 a.m. in the Board Room. Committee members in attendance were Chair Felton Jenkins, Vice Chair James R. Jolly, and Regents William H. Cleveland, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., William H. NeSmith, Jr., Willis J. Potts, Jr., and Benjamin J. Tarbutton, III. The Vice Chair of the Board, Robert F. Hatcher, Chancellor Erroll B. Davis, Jr., and the Chief Audit Officer & Associate Vice Chancellor for Internal Audit, Ronald B. Stark, were also in attendance. Chair Jenkins reported to the Board that the Committee reviewed two items, neither of which required action.

1. Information Item: Presentation of Fiscal Year 2008 Audits Completed by the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts

The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts is required by the Accounting and Reporting Assessment ("AICPA") to provide audit findings, adjustments and misstatements to those persons "providing governance" to the audited organization. Claire Arnold, the Audit Manager for Georgia Department of Audit and Accounts presented the results of the Fiscal Year 2008 audits. A copy of the report is on file and available for inspection in the Board's Office of Internal Audit.

2. Information Item: University System Accounting and Reporting Assessment for the Year Ended June 30, 2008

The Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts ("DOAA") has completed Audits, Management Reports or Agreed Upon Procedures at all University System of Georgia institutions. The audits

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classified some audit findings as a "Significant Deficiency" or "Material Weakness." Additionally DOAA made observations that noted areas requiring improvement. The Chief Audit Officer & Associate Vice Chancellor, Ronald B. Stark, and the Vice Chancellor for Fiscal Affairs, Usha Ramachandran, discussed with the committee ways in which the System Office will be addressing the issues identified by DOAA. Additionally, Mr. Stark explained how the audit reporting from the DOAA reports differs from last year and put into perspective the individual rating for each audit finding. Mr. Stark also provided to the committee the campus Audit Ratings resulting from the DOAA audits.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 11:32 a.m.
COMMITTEE ON ORGANIZATION AND LAW
The Committee on Organization and Law met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 11:07 a.m. in room 5158. Committee members in attendance were Chair Kenneth R. Bernard, Jr., ViceChair Doreen Stiles Poitevint, and Regents James A. Bishop, Hugh A. Carter, Jr., Elridge W. McMillan, and Kessel Stelling, Jr. Also in attendance were the Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs, J. Burns Newsome, and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs, Kimberly BallardWashington. Chair Bernard reported to the Board that the committee considered nine applications for review. In accordance with H.B. 278, Section 3 (amending O.C.G.A. 50_14_4), an affidavit regarding this executive session is on file with the Chancellor's Office. With motion properly made, seconded, and unanimously adopted, the Board approved and authorized the following:
1. Applications for Review
At approximately 11:10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, Chair Kenneth R. Bernard, Jr. called for an executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters and academic records of students. With motion properly made and variously seconded, the committee members who were present voted unanimously to go into executive session. Those Regents were as listed above.
Chair Bernard reconvened the committee meeting in its regular session at approximately 11:55 a.m. and announced that the following items were discussed in executive session.
a. In the matter of file no. 2011, at the University of Georgia, concerning a student credit dispute, the application for review was denied.
b. In the matter of file no. 2012, at the Georgia Institute of Technology, concerning the probation of a student, the application for review was granted.
c. In the matter of Ms. Aishah Zuhri-Pacheco, at the Georgia Institute of Technology, concerning the elimination of her position, the application for review was remanded to the Office of State Administrative Hearings for a hearing.
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d. In the matter file no. 2014, at the Georgia Institute of Technology, concerning a violation of the student code of conduct, the application for review was denied.
e. In the matter of Ms. Laura Day Lucy, at the Georgia Institute of Technology, concerning the elimination of her position, the application for review was denied.
f. In the matter of Ms. Selenseia Holmes, at Valdosta State University, concerning her charge of employment discrimination, the application for review was denied.
g. In the matter of Ms. Sue Watson, at the University System Office of the Board of Regents, concerning the elimination of her position, the application for review was denied.
h. In the matter of Dr. Richard Sutton, at the University System Office of the Board of Regents, concerning the elimination of his position, the application for review was denied.
i. In the matter of Ms. Carolyn Dawkins, at the Georgia Institute of Technology, concerning the elimination of her position, the application for review was denied.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 11:58 a.m.
COMMITTEE ON REAL ESTATE AND FACILITIES
The Committee on Real Estate and Facilities met on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at approximately 11:33 a.m. in the Board Room. Committee members in attendance were Chair Benjamin J. Tarbutton, III, Vice Chair William H. NeSmith, Jr., and Regents William H. Cleveland, Felton Jenkins, James R. Jolly, Donald M. Leebern, Jr., Willis J. Potts, Jr., and Allan Vigil. The Vice Chair of the Board, Robert F. Hatcher, Chancellor Erroll B. Davis, Jr., and the Vice Chancellor for Facilities, Linda M. Daniels, were also in attendance. Chair Tarbutton reported to the Board that the Committee reviewed ten items, nine of which required action. With motion properly made, seconded, and unanimously adopted, the Board approved and authorized the following:
1. Authorization of Project Modification, Project No. BR-30-0804, Techway Building, Georgia Institute of Technology
The Board modified the budget of Project BR-30-0804, Techway Building, Georgia Institute of Technology ("GIT"), to increase the total project budget from $2.6 million to $4.5 million.
The Techway Building renovation project was approved by the Board in April, 2008. A change in programmed space occurred during the design phase, when one of the primary research tenants left
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GIT for another university, making available 3,500 square feet. GIT's new research tenant is the College of Computing's Robotics and Intelligent Machines Center. The change in tenant has increased project costs for design modifications, additional mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems requirements and additional civil engineering work.

Funding of this entire project (including the cost increase of approximately $1.9 million) will be GIT Institution funds.

April 2008

Total Project Cost

$2,600,000

Construction Cost (Stated Cost Limitation) $1,950,000

Now $4,500,000 $2,800,000

2. Naming of the Lumpkin Glen, Columbus State University

The Board approved the naming of the Corn Center park area at Columbus State University ("CSU") the "Lumpkin Glen" in recognition of Mr. and Mrs. Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. have been longstanding supporters, encouragers and faithful donors of CSU. Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. gave $2,000,000 to help build the Frank G. Lumpkin, Jr. Center on the CSU main campus.

The most recent gift from the estate of Mr. Lumpkin was an additional $1,000,000.

3. Naming of the Barnett and Frances Woodruff Riverfront Park, Columbus State University

The Board approved the naming of the green space at the RiverPark Campus university theatre of Columbus State University ("CSU") the "Barnett and Frances Woodruff Riverfront Park" in recognition of Mr. and Mrs. Barnett Woodruff.

Mr. and Mrs. Barnett Woodruff have been longstanding supporters, encouragers and faithful donors of CSU. Mr. and Mrs. Woodruff have donated $500,000 to CSU.

Additionally, Mr. and Mrs. Woodruff recently pledged $1,500,000 of which $675,000 has been received.

Mr. Barnett Woodruff currently serves as an Honorary Trustee of the Columbus State University Foundation.

4. Naming of the Richard M. Olnick Golf Studio, Columbus State University

The Board approved the naming of the Columbus State University ("CSU") golf studio at Bull Creek Golf Course the "Richard M. Olnick Golf Studio" in recognition of Mr. Richard Olnick.

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Mr. Olnick has donated $1,500,000 to CSU. Recently, the Jordan Foundation / Mrs. Richard Olnick and other family members gave $40,000 in honor of Mr. Richard Olnick. This donation was used to build the golf studio at Bull Creek Golf Course.
5. Demolition, Knight Drive Properties, Georgia Southern University
The Board declared the buildings located at 201 Knight Drive, 205 Knight Drive, 215 Knight Drive and 403 Knight Drive on the campus of the Georgia Southern University ("GSOU"), Statesboro, Georgia to be no longer advantageously useful to GSOU or other units of the University System of Georgia and authorized demolition and removal of these buildings.
The Board requested the Governor to issue an executive order authorizing the demolition and removal of these buildings from the campus of GSOU. The Board also determined that demolition and removal of these buildings be subject to adequate mitigation of all adverse environmental impacts.
In April, 2008, the Board authorized the acquisition of 205, 215 and 403 Knight Drive. In June, 2008, the Board authorized the acquisition of 201 Knight Drive. The Board was advised of the intent to demolish these structures at a later date to provide additional parking for the adjacent student housing and potential on-campus housing expansion.
A hazardous materials survey and assessment has been conducted and has identified recommendations for the proper management and disposal of asbestos-containing materials, lead based paint, and other hazardous materials during demolition to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
6. Demolition, Proctor & Cooper Hall, South Georgia College
The Board declared Cooper Hall and Proctor Hall on the campus of South Georgia College ("SGC"), Douglas, Georgia, to be no longer advantageously useful to SGC or other units of the University System of Georgia and authorized demolition and removal of these buildings.
The Board requested the Governor to issue an executive order authorizing the demolition and removal of these buildings from the campus of SGC. Proctor Hall is a 5,754-square-foot ("sf") dormitory, constructed in 1931, that is currently vacant. Cooper Hall is a 24,882 sf dormitory, constructed in 1952, that is currently vacant. While both buildings are eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, their removal is in accordance with the SGC Master Plan, which calls for the site to be part of expansion of the SGC's campus green space and proposed future parking lots critical for managing expected future growth.
SGC is adhering to the requirements of the Georgia Environmental Policy Act ("GEPA") and State Stewardship review, and is working with the Georgia Historic Preservation Division to appropriately mitigate the adverse impact of demolition.
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A hazardous materials survey and assessment has been conducted and has identified recommendations for the proper management and disposal of asbestos-containing materials, lead based paint, and other hazardous materials during demolition to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

7. Non-Exclusive Easement, Georgia Power Company, Brittain Drive and Bobby Dodd Way, Atlanta, Georgia Institute of Technology

The Board declared an approximately 0.002 acre tract of unimproved real property and an approximately 0.009 acre tract of unimproved real property, both located on Brittain Drive near Bobby Dodd Way on the campus of the Georgia Institute of Technology ("GIT"), to be no longer advantageously useful to GIT or other units of the University System of Georgia but only to the extent and for the purpose of granting non-exclusive easements to the Georgia Power Company ("Georgia Power") for use as transformer locations.

The Board authorized the execution of non-exclusive easements with Georgia Power for the abovereferenced tracts of real property. The terms of this non-exclusive easement be subject to review and legal approval by the Georgia Department of Law.

These easements are for necessary equipment that is part of the underground relocation of existing overhead electrical distribution lines as part of GIT's Bobby Dodd Way streetscape improvements project. The distribution equipment being placed on these properties provide service to the GIT campus including Peters Parking Deck, sorority houses and outdoor lighting in the area.

8. Resolution 2009C and 2009D General Obligation Bond Issue, Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission, University System of Georgia

The Board adopted the Resolution prepared by the Revenue Division of the Department of Law covering the issuance of 2009C and 2009D General Obligation Bonds ("G. O. Bonds") by the State of Georgia through the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission for use in funding projects for the University System of Georgia.

The Revenue Division of the Georgia Department of Law has prepared on behalf of the Board of Regents a Resolution to cover the sale of 2009C G. O. Bonds for the following projects:

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Health Sciences Building Kennesaw State University

$ 4,500,000

I-93

Special Collections Library

University of Georgia

$ 500,000

Sub-Total $ 5,000,000

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The Revenue Division of the Office of the Georgia Department of Law has prepared on behalf of the Board of Regents a Resolution to cover the sale of 2009D G. O. Bonds for the following projects:

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Animal Rescue Center Fort Valley State University
Library Renovation & Speaker Tom Murphy Office University of West Georgia
School of Dentistry Medical College of Georgia
Remediation of the Business/Health Science Building Clayton State University
Hinman Technology Building Georgia Institute of Technology
Alpharetta Academic Center Georgia State University/Georgia Perimeter College
Renovation of Tift, Lewis, and Herring Halls Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Nursing/Health Building Gordon College
Fairplay Library, West Georgia Regional Library System Douglas County
Grantville Public Library Coweta County
Forsyth County Public Library Forsyth County
Senoia Public Library Coweta County
Houston County Library Houston County

$ 650,000 $ 7,000,000 $60,000,000 $4,400,000 $4,400,000 $ 10,600,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 11,880,000 $2,000,000 $ 665,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 1,225,000 $ 2,000,000

Sub-Total $ 111,820,000

Total Bond Sale $116,820,000

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The resolutions referenced herein are on file and available for inspection in the Board's Office of Facilities.
9. Walk-On Information Item
The Vice Chancellor for Facilities, Linda Daniels, was recognized by Chair Tarbutton and the committee for being honored on March 25, 2009, by the Office of the Governor for historic preservation efforts.
10. Executive Session
At approximately 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, Chair Tarbutton called for an executive session for the purpose of discussing possible real estate acquisitions. With motion properly made and seconded, the committee members who were present voted unanimously to go into executive session.
Chair Tarbutton reconvened the committee meeting in open session at approximately 12:10 p.m. and announced that, during executive session, the Board:
a. Approved acquisitions of three parcels in the vicinity of Georgia Southern University,
b. Approved an acquisition in the vicinity of Georgia State University, and c. Approved an acquisition in the vicinity of Valdosta State University.
The committee meeting adjourned at approximately 12:13 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was none.
NEW BUSINESS
On motion of Regent James A. Bishop, the Board approved the request of President Valerie Hepburn that the College of Coastal Georgia be authorized to award an honorary degree to Judge Anthony Alaimo.
On motion of Regent Allan Vigil, the Board approved the request of President Thomas K. Harden that Clayton State University be authorized to award an honorary degree to former Senator Terrell Starr.
On motion of Regent Allan Vigil, the Board approved the request of President Thomas K. Harden that Clayton State University be authorized to award an honorary degree to former Representative Bill Lee.
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PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
The Secretary to the Board announced that the next regular meeting of the Board is scheduled for April 14-15, 2009, in Atlanta.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, Chair Richard L. Tucker called for an executive session for the purpose of discussing a personnel matter. With motion properly made and seconded, the Regents who were present voted unanimously to go into executive session. Those Regents are as listed above. In accordance with H.B. 278, Section 3 (amending O.C.G.A. 50-14-4), an affidavit regarding this executive session is on file with the Chancellor's Office.
At approximately 4:15 p.m., Chair Tucker reconvened the Board meeting in its regular session and announced that no actions were taken during the executive session.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 4:16 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2009.

s/ Richard L. Tucker Chair, Board of Regents University System of Georgia

s/ J. Burns Newsome Secretary, Board of Regents University System of Georgia

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APPENDIX I Report on Peer Comparator Institutions of the University System of Georgia

Georgia Institute of Technology Comparator Peers

Institution California Institute of Technology Carnegie Mellon University Cornell University Johns Hopkins University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Stanford University Virginia Polytechnic and State University Northwestern University Pennsylvania State University Purdue University Texas A&M University University of California University of California University of Florida University of Illinois University of Michigan University of Minnesota University of Texas University of Washington

City Pasadena Pittsburgh Ithaca Baltimore Cambridge Stanford Blacksburg Evanston University Park West Lafayette College Station Berkeley Los Angeles Gainesville Urbana-Champaign Ann Arbor Twin Cities Austin Seattle

State CA PA NY MD MA CA VA IL PA IN TX CA CA FL IL MI MN TX WA

Aspirational Peers

Institution California Institute of Technology Carnegie Mellon University Cornell University Johns Hopkins University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Northwestern University Pennsylvania State University Stanford University University of California - Berkeley University of California - Los Angeles University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

City Pasadena Pittsburgh Ithaca Baltimore Boston Evanston University Park Palo Alto Berkeley Los Angeles Urbana Ann Arbor

State CA PA NY MD MA IL PA CA CA CA IL MI

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Georgia Institute of Technology Aspirational Peers (Continued)

Institution University of Texas-Austin University of Washington University of Virginia University of Wisconsin-Madison

City Austin Seattle Charlottesville Madison

State TX WA VA WI

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Georgia State University Comparator Peers

Institution George Mason University Old Dominion University San Diego State University University of Central Florida University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Texas at Dallas University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Wichita State University Indiana University, Purdue University Temple University University of Houston University of Louisville University of Missouri University of Texas, Arlington Virginia Commonwealth University

City Fairfax Norfolk San Diego Orlando Las Vegas Richardson Milwaukee Wichita Indianapolis Philadelphia Houston Louisville Kansas City Arlington Richmond

State VA VA CA FL NV TX WI KS IN PA TX KY MO TX VA

Aspirational Peers

Institution Arizona State University Drexel University Northeastern University University of Alabama University of California-Riverside University of Delaware University of Oregon

City Tempe Philadelphia Boston Tuscaloosa Riverside Newark Eugene

State AZ PA MA AL CA DE OR

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Medical College of Georgia Comparator Peers
Institution University of Massachusetts Medical School Worcester Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Medical University of South Carolina University of Mississippi Medical Center University of Kansas Medical Center Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center The University of Texas Medical Branch University of Toledo, Health Science Campus
Aspirational Peers
Institution University of TX Health Science Center at Houston University of TX Health Science Center at San Antonio University of TX Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

City Worcester Lubbock Brooklyn Charleston Jackson Kansas City New Orleans Galveston Toledo

State MA TX NY SC MS KS LA TX OH

City Houston San Antonio Dallas Little Rock

State TX TX TX AR

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University of Georgia Comparator Peers

Institution University of Maryland, College Park Ohio State University University of Florida Michigan State University University of California, Davis University of Arizona University of Iowa North Carolina State University Iowa State University Louisiana State University University of Kentucky

City College Park Columbus Gainesville East Lansing Davis Tucson Iowa City Raleigh Ames Baton Rouge Lexington

State MD OH FL MI CA AZ IA NC IA LA KY

Aspirational Peers

Institution University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of Virginia University of Texas at Austin University of Wisconsin-Madison University of Illinois University of Michigan University of California, Berkeley University of Minnesota Cornell University University of Washington University of California, Los Angeles
Pennsylvania State University

City Chapel Hill Charlottesville Austin Madison Chicago Ann Arbor Berkeley Twin Cities Ithaca Seattle Los Angeles University Park

State NC VA TX WI IL MI CA MN NY WA CA
PA

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Georgia Southern University Comparator Peers

Institution Appalachian State University
Bowling Green State University Indiana University of Pennsylvania Sam Houston State University University of North Carolina-Wilmington Ball State University East Carolina University Illinois State University James Madison University Middle Tennessee State University

City Boone Bowling Green Indiana Huntsville Wilmington Muncie Greenville Normal Harrisonburg Murfreesboro

State NC
OH PA TX NC IN NC IL VA TN

Aspirational Peers

Institution California Polytechnic State U-San Luis Obispo Miami University of Ohio East Carolina University University of West Florida Ball State University University of Northern Iowa College of Charleston Appalachian State University Texas State University - San Marcos Middle Tennessee State University James Madison University Western Washington University

City
San Luis Obispo
Oxford Greenville Pensacola Muncie Cedar Falls Charleston Boone San Marcos Murfreesboro Harrisonburg Bellingham

State CA Ohio NC FL IN IA SC NC TX TN VA WA

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Valdosta State University Comparator Peers

Institution Arizona State University at the West Campus Bridgewater State College Fitchburg State College Framingham State College Indiana University-South Bend Southern Oregon University University of Central Oklahoma University of North Alabama Western Connecticut State University

City Glendale Bridgewater Fitchburg Framingham South Bend Ashland Edmond Florence Danbury

State AZ MA MA MA IN OR OK AL CT

Aspirational Peers

Institution Arkansas State University-Main Campus California State University-San Marcos Florida Gulf Coast University Jacksonville State University Lamar University McNeese State University Murray State University Radford University Saint Cloud State University Southeastern Louisiana University Stephen F Austin State University The University of West Florida University of Central Arkansas University of Central Missouri University of Louisiana at Monroe University of Southern Indiana University of West Georgia University of Wisconsin-Stout Western Carolina University Western Illinois University

City Jonesboro San Marcos Fort Myers Jacksonville Beaumont Lake Charles Murray Radford Saint Cloud Hammond Nacogdoches Pensacola Conway Warrensburg Monroe Evansville Carrollton Menomonie Cullowhee Macomb

State AR CA FL AL TX LA KY VA MN LA TX FL AR MO LA IN GA WI NC IL

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Albany State University Comparator Peers

Institution Virginia State University University of Montevallo Austin Peay State University Southeastern Oklahoma State University Louisiana State University-Shreveport Texas Southern University SUNY at Geneseo Georgia Southwestern State University Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Aspirational Peers

City Petersburg Montevallo Clarksville Durant Shreveport Houston Geneseo Americus Cheyney

State VA AL TN OK LA TX NY GA PA

Institution California State University-Stanislaus California State University-East Bay Kennesaw State University North GA College & State U Valdosta State University University of West Georgia University of Michigan-Dearborn Kean University SUNY College at Buffalo Rhode Island College Eastern Washington University

City Turlock Hayward Kennesaw Dahlonega Valdosta Carrollton Dearborn Union Buffalo Providence Cheney

State CA CA GA GA GA GA MI NJ NY RI WA

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Armstrong Atlantic State University Comparator Peers

Institution Indiana University-South Bend Youngstown State University Marshall University Columbus State University University of Louisiana at Monroe The College of New Jersey Western Connecticut State University University of Central Oklahoma Valdosta State University Auburn University-Montgomery The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga University of North Alabama University of South Alabama

City South Bend Youngstown Huntington Columbus Monroe Ewing Danbury Edmond Valdosta Montgomery Chattanooga Florence Mobile

State IN OH WV GA LA NJ CT OK GA AL TN AL AL

Aspirational Peers

Institution College of Charleston Appalachian State University University of North Carolina-Wilmington Georgia College and State University Salisbury University University of North Florida University of South Alabama North Georgia College and State University Weber State University University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

City Charleston Boone Wilmington Milledgeville Salisbury Jacksonville Mobile Dahlonega Ogden Chattanooga

State SC NC NC GA MD FL AL GA UT TN

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Augusta State University Comparator Peers

Institution Southern University at New Orleans Texas Southern University The University of Texas at Brownsville Metropolitan State University Coppin State University Cameron University Southern Polytechnic State University Montana State University-Billings Midwestern State University Angelo State University
Aspirational Peers

City New Orleans Houston Brownsville Saint Paul Baltimore Lawton Marietta Billings Wichita Falls San Angelo

Institution Northwestern State University University of Houston- Clear Lake Lehman College Washburn University Worcester State College California State University- San Marcos

City Natchitoches Houston Bronx Topeka Worchester San Marcos

State LA TX TX MN MD OK GA MT TX TX
State LA TX NY KS MA CS

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Clayton State University Comparator Peers

Institution University of Houston-Downtown CUNY York College
Winston-Salem State University Missouri Southern State University Missouri Western State University Fairmont State University Purdue University-North Central Campus Shawnee State University University of South Carolina-Aiken Indiana University-Kokomo

City Houston Jamaica WinstonSalem Joplin St. Joseph Fairmont Westville Portsmouth Aiken Kokomo

State TX NY
NC MO MO WV IN OH SC IN

Aspirational Peers

Institution Angelo State University Austin Peay State University Chadron State University Frostburg State University Metropolitan State University Pittsburg State University, KS Purdue University-Calumet Campus, IN Salem State College, MA Southern Oregon University Stephen F. Austin State University, TX SUNY at Geneseo Texas Southern University, TX The Univ. of Tennessee - Chattanooga The University of West Florida Truman State University, MO University of Central Missouri University of Central Oklahoma University of Mary Washington, VA University of North Alabama University of North Carolina - Wilmington

City

State

San Angelo TX

Clarksville

TN

Chadron

NE

Frostburg

MD

St. Paul

MN

Pittsburg

KS

Hammond

IN

Salem

MA

Ashland

OR

Nacogdoches TX

Geneseo

NY

Houston

TX

Chattanooga TN

Pensacola

FL

Kirksville

MO

Warrensburg MO

Edmond

OK

Fredericksburg VA

Florence

AL

Wilmington NC

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Columbus State University Comparator Peers

Institution The University of Texas at Tyler Lamar University Auburn University-Montgomery Salem State College Salisbury University University of Illinois at Springfield The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Indiana University-South Bend University of North Alabama Armstrong Atlantic State University Northeastern Illinois University
Aspirational Peers

City Tyler Beaumont Montgomery Salem Salisbury Springfield Chattanooga South Bend Florence Savannah Chicago

State TX TX AL MA MD IL TN IN AL GA IL

Institution The University of North Carolina-Greensboro Northern Illinois University Western Michigan University Northern Colorado University University of North Florida University of Tennessee, Chattanooga University of Akron James Madison University University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

City Greensboro DeKalb Kalamazoo Greeley Jacksonville Chattanooga Akron Harrisonburg Whitewater

State NC IL MI CO FL TN OH VA WI

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Fort Valley State University Comparator Peers

Institution Nicholls State University Keene State College Texas Southern University Mississippi University for Women Delta State University University of Arkansas at Monticello Southwestern Oklahoma State University University of Montevallo Grambling State University Arkansas Tech University

City Thibodaux Keene Houston Columbus Cleveland Monticello Weatherford Montevallo Grambling Russellville

State LA NH TX MS MS AR OK AL LA AR

Aspirational Peers

Institution Alabama A&M University University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff South Carolina State University

City Normal Pine Bluff Orangeburg

State AL AR SC

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Georgia College & State University Comparator Peers

Institution California University of Pennsylvania Murray State University Fort Hays State University Western Carolina University Eastern Washington University University of Montevallo Southeast Missouri State University Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania University of Wisconsin-Stout Central Washington University Salisbury University Tennessee Technological University Florida Gulf Coast University

City California Murray Hays Cullowhee Cheney Montevallo Cape Girardeau Slippery Rock Shippensburg Menomonie Ellensburg Salisbury Cookeville Fort Myers

State PA KY KS NC WA AL MO PA PA WI WA MD TN FL

Aspiration Peers

Institution Mercer University University of North Carolina Appalachian State University Truman State University SUNY Geneseo The College of New Jersey Elon University University of Mary Washington

City Macon Asheville Boone Kirksville Geneseo Ewing Elon Fredericksburg

State GA NC NC MO NY NJ NC VA

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Georgia Southwestern State University Comparator Peers

Institution University of Wisconsin-Superior University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point University of Wisconsin-River Falls Southern University at New Orleans SUNY at Geneseo Southeastern Oklahoma State University Angelo State University Truman State University The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Humboldt State University Eastern Connecticut State University Winona State University

City Superior Stevens Point River Falls New Orleans Geneseo Durant San Angelo Kirksville Odessa Arcata Willimantic Winona

State WI WI WI LA NY OK TX MO TX CA CT MN

Aspirational Peers

Institution Delta State University Mansfield University Plymouth State University University of Montevallo Wayne State University

City Cleveland Mansfield Plymouth Montevallo Detroit

State MI PA NH AL MI

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Kennesaw State University Comparator Peers

Institution California State University, Sacramento California State University, Fresno Illinois State University Oakland University Western Kentucky University Missouri State University Middle Tennessee State University Towson University University of North Carolina at Charlotte Eastern Michigan University University of North Florida California State University, Fullerton The University of Texas at San Antonio Cleveland State University Portland State University

City Sacramento Fresno Normal Rochester Hills Bowling Green Springfield Murfreesboro Towson Charlotte Ypsilanti Jacksonville Fullerton San Antonio Cleveland Portland

Aspirational Peers

Institution George Mason University Indiana University-Purdue University University of Wisconsin University of Texas Kent State University- Main University of North Carolina University of California- Riverside University of Missouri- St. Louis Florida Atlantic University University of North Texas University of Memphis University of Central Florida

City Fairfax County Indianapolis Milwaukee Arlington Kent Greensboro Riverside St. Louis Boca Raton Denton Memphis Orlando

State CA CA IL MI KY MO TN MD NC MI FL CA TX OH OR
State VA IN WI TX OH NC CA MO FL TX TN FL

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North Georgia College & State University Comparator Peers

Institution Auburn University-Montgomery Augusta State University Austin Peay State University Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Florida Gulf Coast University Midwestern State University Nicholls State University Pittsburg State University The University of Tennessee-Martin The University of Texas at Tyler University of Michigan-Flint University of Montevallo University of Wisconsin-Stout Worcester State College Georgia College & State University

City Montgomery Augusta Clarksville Bloomsburg Fort Myers Wichita Falls Thibodaux Pittsburg Martin Tyler Flint Montevallo Menomonie Worcester Milledgeville

State AL GA TN PA FL TX LA KS TN TX MI AL WI MA GA

Aspirational Peers

Institution Appalachian State University College of Charleston College of William and Mary Elon University Miami University-Oxford Truman State University University of North Florida Winthrop University

City Boone Charleston Williamsburg Elon Oxford Kirksville Jacksonville Rock Hill

State NC SC VA NC OH MO FL SC

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Savannah State University

Comparator Peers

Institution

City

University of Montevallo

Montevallo

Eastern Connecticut State University

Willimantic

Louisiana State University-Shreveport

Shreveport

Westfield State College

Westfield

Mississippi University for Women

Columbus

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Mahwah

SUNY College at Oneonta

Oneonta

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Durant

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Cheyney

Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

Lock Haven

Francis Marion University

Florence

Longwood University

Farmville

Virginia State University

Petersburg

University of Wisconsin-Superior

Superior

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

River Falls

Aspirational Peers

State AL CT LA MA MS NJ NY OK PA PA SC VA VA WI WI

Institution Auburn University-Montgomery Jacksonville State University Humboldt State University Indiana University-South Bend Morehead State University McNeese State University Nicholls State University Northern Michigan University Metropolitan State University Truman State University University of Nebraska at Kearney Winston-Salem State University East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Millersville University of Pennsylvania Coastal Carolina University Winthrop University Austin Peay State University

City Montgomery Jacksonville Arcata South Bend Morehead Lake Charles Thibodaux Marquette St. Paul Kirksville Kearney Winston-Salem East Stroudsburg Millersville Conway Rock Hill Clarksville

State AL AL CA IN KY LA LA MI MN MO NE NC PA PA SC SC TN

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Savannah State University Aspirational Peers (Continued)

Institution Angelo State University University of Mary Washington California State University

City San Angelo Fredericksburg San Marcos

State TX VA CA

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Southern Polytechnic State University Comparator Peers

Institution Alabama A & M University California State Polytechnic University-Pomona California State University-Sacramento Eastern Washington University Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Prairie View A & M University Southern University and A & M College University of the District of Columbia Youngstown State University Ferris State University Louisiana Tech University Michigan Technological University Milwaukee School of Engineering Montana Tech of the University of Montana New Jersey Institute of Technology University of North Carolina, Charlotte Wentworth Institute of Technology

City Normal Pomona Sacramento Cheney Fort Wayne Socorro Prairie View Baton Rouge Washington Youngstown Big Rapids Ruston Houghton Milwaukee Butte Newark Charlotte Boston

State AL CA CA WA IN NM TX LA DC OH MI LA MI WI MT NJ NC MA

Aspirational Peers

Institution California Polytechnic State University Rensselaer Polytechnic University Rochester Institute of Technology Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

City San Luis Obispo Troy Rochester Terre Haute Blacksburg

State CA NY NY IN VA

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University of West Georgia Comparator Peers

Institution Bridgewater State College California University of Pennsylvania Central Washington University East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Minnesota State University-Mankato Northeastern State University Saginaw Valley State University Salem State College Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Southeastern Louisiana University University of Central Missouri Southeast Missouri State University SUNY College at Oswego University of Central Oklahoma University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

City Bridgewater California Ellensburg East Stroudsburg Edinboro Kutztown Mankato Tahlequah University Center Salem Slippery Rock Hammond Warrensburg Cape Girardeau Oswego Edmond Whitewater

State MA PA WA PA PA PA MN OK MI MA PA LA MO MO NY OK WI

Aspirational Peers

Institution Appalachian State University California State University-Chico Eastern Illinois University James Madison University Montclair State University Murray State University University of Northern Iowa University of North Carolina-Wilmington West Chester University of Pennsylvania Western Kentucky University

City Boone Chico Charleston Harrisonburg Montclair Murray Cedar Falls Wilmington West Chester Bowling Green

State NC CA IL VA NJ KY IA NC PA KY

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Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Comparator Peers

Institution Pennsylvania State University, Mont Alto Haywood Community College Pennsylvania State University, Dubois Kennebec Valley Community College Mid-State Technical College Pennsylvania College of Technology Great Basin College Central Oregon Community College North Idaho College Iowa Lakes Community College Allegany College of Maryland
Gordon College Middle Georgia College

City Mont Alto Clyde Dubois Fairfield Wisconsin Rapids Williamsport Elko Bend Coeur D'alene Estherville Cumberland
Barnesville Cochran

State PA NC PA ME WI PA NV OR ID IA MD
GA GA

Aspirational Peers

Institution Stephen F Austin State University University of Maine SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology Dixie State College of Utah Evergreen State College Murray State University

City Nacogdoches Augusta Cobleskill St. George Olympia Murray

State LA MA NY UT WA KY

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College of Coastal Georgia Comparator Peers

Institution Cleveland Community College Coastal Carolina Community College Dalton State College Danville Community College Dixie State College of Utah Hagerstown Community College Isothermal Community College Lower Columbia College Macon State College Odessa College Piedmont Virginia Community College Temple College Wenatchee Valley College

City Shelby Jacksonville Dalton Danville Saint George Hagerstown Spindale Longview Macon Odessa Charlottesville Temple Wenatchee

State NC NC GA VA UT MD NC WA GA TX VA TX WA

Aspirational Peers

Institution

City

State

The aspirational peer analysis for College of Coastal Georgia will be undertaken once the College's strategic master plan is completed and following the first year of operation as a state college.

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Dalton State College Comparator Peers

Institution Indiana University-Kokomo Farmingdale State University of New York Coastal Carolina University CUNY Medgar Evers College Dixie State College of Utah Missouri Southern State University University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Pennsylvania State University-Altoona Mesa State College

City Kokomo Farmingdale Conway Brooklyn Saint George Joplin Fort Smith Altoona Grand Junction

State IN NY SC NY UT MO AR PA CO

Aspirational Peers

Institution Arkansas State University Bluefield State College Dixie State College of Utah Gainesville State College Indiana University East Kent State University - Salem Campus Louisiana State University Macon State College Mesa State College Penn State University Shawnee State University St. Petersburg College University of Arkansas at Ft. Smith University of South Carolina - Beaufort Vincennes University

City Newport Bluefield St. Georgia Gainesville Richmond Salem Alexandria Macon Grand Junction Fayette Portsmouth Clearwater Ft. Smith Beaufort Vincennes

State AR WV UT GA IN OH LA GA CO PA OH FL AR SC IN

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Gainesville State College Comparator Peers

Institution Marshall Community and Technical College Kent State University-Trumbull Campus Tompkins-Cortland Community College Cape Cod Community College Jones County Junior College Gordon College Cowley County Community College Southern Maine Community College Bismarck State College Dixie State College of Utah Herkimer County Community College Middle Georgia College Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Yakima Valley Community College Motlow State Community College Jackson State Community College Dyersburg State Community College Whatcom Community College Surry Community College

City Huntington Warren Dryden West Barnstable Ellisville Barnesville Arkansas City South Portland Bismarck Saint George Herkimer Cochran Tifton Yakima Tullahoma Jackson Dyersburg Bellingham Dobson

State WV OH NY MA MS GA KS ME ND UT NY GA GA WA TN TN TN WA NC

Aspirational Peers

Institution Edison State College St. Petersburg College Daytona Beach College Northwest Florida State College Indian River College South Texas College University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Great Basin College Canada College in Redwood City Macon State College

City Fort Myers St. Petersburg Daytona Beach Niceville Ft. Pierce McAllen Ft. Smith Elko Redwood City Macon

State FL FL FL FL FL TX AR NV CA GA

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Georgia Gwinnett College
No comparator peer analysis was completed for Georgia Gwinnett College, because analysis is dependent upon IPEDS data. GGC's comparator peers will be determined after GGC begins to have data on students.

Aspirational Peers 2009

Institution Appalachian State University Boise State Elon University Evergreen State College Florida Gulf Coast University James Madison University Providence College Ramapo College of New Jersey U. of North Carolina Wilmington

City Boone Boise Elon Olympia Fort Myers Harrisonburg Providence Mahwah Wilmington

State NC ID NC WA FL VA RI NJ NC

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Gordon College Comparator Peers

Institution Pratt Community College Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lake Region State College Southeastern Community College Ellsworth Community College Colorado Northwestern Community College Indian Hills Community College Southwest Mississippi Community College Glen Oaks Community College Kennebec Valley Community College Marshalltown Community College Middle Georgia College Iowa Lakes Community College Hopkinsville Community College

City Pratt Lancaster Devils Lake West Burlington Iowa Falls Rangely Ottumwa Summit Centreville Fairfield Marshalltown Cochran Estherville Hopkinsville

State KS OH ND IA IA CO IA MS MI ME IA GA IA KY

Aspirational Peers

Institution Young Harris College Macon State College St. Petersburg College Gainesville State College Bellevue Community College Midland College Edison State College Vincennes University

City Young Harris Macon St. Petersburg Gainesville Bellevue Midland Ft. Myers Vincennes

State GA GA FL GA WA TX FL IN

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Macon State College Comparator Peers

Institution Dalton State College Missouri Southern State University Mesa State College University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Colorado State University-Pueblo University of South Carolina-Upstate West Virginia University at Parkersburg Indiana University-Kokomo Rogers State University

City Dalton Joplin Grand Junction Fort Smith Pueblo Spartanburg Parkersburg Kokomo Claremore

State GA MO CO AR CO SC WV IN OK

Aspirational Peers

Institution Armstrong State University Augusta State University Clayton State University Columbus State University University of Alabama at Huntsville University of North Carolina at Wilmington University of South Carolina at Aiken University of South Carolina Upstate University of Tennessee at Chattanooga University of West Florida

City Savannah Augusta Clayton Columbus Huntsville Wilmington Aiken Spartanburg Chattanooga Pensacola

State GA GA GA GA AL NC SC SC TN FL

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Middle Georgia College Comparator Peers

Institution Northeast State Technical Community College Northeast Iowa Community College-Calmar Enterprise-Ozark Community College Panola College Marshalltown Community College Jones County Junior College Holmes Community College National Park Community College Corning Community College Howard College Southwest Texas Junior College Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Iowa Lakes Community College SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Ellsworth Community College
Southeastern Community College Pratt Community College North Dakota State College of Science Itawamba Community College

City Blountville Calmar Enterprise Carthage Marshalltown Ellisville Goodman Hot Springs Corning Big Spring Uvalde Tifton Estherville Delhi Iowa Falls West Burlington Pratt Wahpeton Fulton

State TN IA AL TX IA MS MS AR NY TX TX GA IA NY IA
IA KS ND MS

Aspirational Peers

Institution Farmingdale State College Pennsylvania College of Technology University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Northwest Florida State College West Virginia University at Parkersburg Dixie State College of Utah

City Farmingdale Williamsport Fort Smith Niceville Parkersburg St. George

State NY PA AR FL WV UT

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Atlanta Metropolitan College Comparator Peers

Institution Lake Sumter Community College Kansas City Kansas Community College Inver Hills Community College Cayuga County Community College Rockland Community College Sussex County Community College Carroll Community College River Parishes Community College Cascadia Community College

City Leesburg Kansas City Inver Grove Heights Auburn Suffern Newton Westminster Sorrento Bothell

State FL KS MN NY NY NJ MD LA WA

Aspirational Peers

Institution Miami Dade College Davidson County Community College Hartnell College

City Miami Lexington Salinas

State FL NC CA

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Bainbridge College Comparator Peers

Institution Berkshire Community College Blue Mountain Community College Chattahoochee Valley Community College Ivy Tech Community College-Southeast Lamar State College-Orange Southern State Community College Southwest Virginia Community College Virginia Highlands Community College Wytheville Community College

City Pittsfield Pendleton Phenix City Madison Orange Hillsboro Richlands Abingdon Wytheville

State MA OR AL IN TX OH VA VA VA

Aspirational Peers

Institution Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Central Alabama Community College Dalton State College Davidson County Community College Jackson State Community College Lake Sumter Community College Middle Georgia College

City Tifton Alexander City Dalton Thomasville Jackson Leesburg Cochran

State GA
AL GA NC TN FL GA

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Darton College Comparator Peers

Institution Ivy Tech Community College-Kokomo Lamar State College-Port Arthur Ivy Tech Community College-Wabash Valley Central Carolina Technical College Jackson State Community College Odessa College Southeast Arkansas College Northwest Arkansas Community College Temple College Danville Community College Reading Area Community College Northwest Shoals Community College-Muscle Shoals Texarkana College Alvin Community College

City Kokomo Port Arthur Terre Haute Sumter Jackson Odessa Pine Bluff Bentonville Temple Danville Reading Muscle Shoals Texarkana Alvin

State IN TX IN SC TN TX AR AR TX VA PA AL TX TX

Aspirational Peers

Institution Florida Community College Howard Community College Johnson County Community College Montgomery County Community College Northern Virginia Community College Rio Salado College Vincennes University

City Jacksonville Columbia Overland Park Blue Bell Annandale Tempe Vincennes

State FL MD KS PA VA AZ IN

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East Georgia College Comparator Peers

Institution Louisiana Technical College-North Central Campus Waycross College Louisiana Technical College-Ruston Campus Louisiana Technical College-Natchitoches Campus
Klamath Community College Eastern Wyoming College Williamsburg Technical College Eastern West Virginia Comm. and Technical College Pamlico Community College
Aspirational Peers

City Farmerville Waycross Ruston Natchitoches Klamath Falls Torrington Kingstree Moorefield Grantsboro

State LA GA LA LA
OR WY SC WV NC

Institution Davidson Co. Community College Hutchinson Community College Isothermal Community College Snead State Community College Southeastern Community College Southwestern Michigan College Stanly Community College Wytheville Community College

City Thomasville Hutchinson Spindale Boaz Whiteville Dowagiac Albemarle Wytheville

State NC KS NC AL NC MI NC VA

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Georgia Highlands College Comparator Peers

Institution Lake Michigan College Mount Wachusett Community College Bossier Parish Community College Corning Community College Iowa Central Community College Three Rivers Community College Jefferson Community College Roane State Community College Northeast State Technical Community College East Mississippi Community College Columbia State Community College Blue Ridge Community College Moberly Area Community College Whatcom Community College Pearl River Community College North Central Texas College Southern Union State Community College Southwest Texas Junior College Cowley County Community College Lord Fairfax Community College Northwestern Michigan College Germanna Community College Jones County Junior College Western Nevada Community College
Aspirational Peers

City Benton Harbor Gardner Bossier City Corning Fort Dodge Poplar Bluff Watertown Harriman Blountville Scooba Columbia Weyers Cave Moberly Bellingham Poplarville Gainesville Wadley Uvalde Arkansas City Middletown Traverse City Locust Grove Ellisville Carson City

State MI MA LA NY IA MO NY TN TN MS TN VA MO WA MS TX AL TX KS VA MI VA MS NV

Institution Georgia Perimeter College Gainesville State College Georgia Military College Alabama Southern Community College Calhoun Community College Glendale Community College Mesa Community College

City Decatur Gainesville Milledgeville Thomasville Decatur Glendale Mesa

State GA GA GA AL AL AZ AZ

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Georgia Highlands College Aspirational Peers (Continued)

Institution Brevard Community College Miami Dade Community College Cape Fear Community College Central Piedmont Community College Vance-Granville Community College Central New Mexico Community College Tulsa Community College Community College of Rhode Island Amarillo College Austin Community College El Paso County Community College South Texas College Community College of Vermont

City Cocoa Miami Wilmington Charlotte Henderson Albuquerque Tulsa Warwick Amarillo Austin El Paso McAllen Burlington

State FL FL NC NC NC NM OK RI TX TX TX TX VT

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Georgia Perimeter College Comparator Peers

Institution North Harris Montgomery Community College District Front Range Community College The Community College of Baltimore County Montgomery College Johnson County Community College Palm Beach Community College College of Lake County Collin County Community College District Macomb Community College Union County College Henry Ford Community College Camden County College

City
Woodlands Westminster Baltimore Rockville Overland Pk Lake Worth Grayslake Plano Warren Cranford Dearborn Blackwood

State
TX CO MD MD KS FL IL TX MI NJ MI NJ

Aspirational Peers

Institution Bergen Community College Broward Community College Chaffey College City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College CUNY Queensborough Community College Golden West College Harper College Los Angeles Pierce College San Diego Mesa College Ventura College

City Paramus Ft. Lauderdale
Rancho Cucamonga
Chicago Bayside Huntington Beach Palatine Woodland Hills San Diego Ventura

State NJ FL CA IL NY CA IL CA CA CA

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South Georgia College Comparator Peers

Institution
Rainy River Community College Denmark Technical College Western Texas College Williston State College Otero Junior College Snead State Community College Central Maine Community College North Country Community College Itasca Community College Frank Phillips College Mesabi Range Community and Technical College Lamar Community College

City International Falls Denmark Snyder Williston La Junta Boaz Auburn Saranac Lake Grand Rapids Borger Virginia Lamar

Aspirational Peers

Institution Garrett College Palm Beach Community College University of Wisconsin University of Wisconsin-Rock County

City McHenry Lake Worth Richland Janesville

State
MN SC TX ND CA AL ME NY MN TX MN CO
State MD FL WI WI

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Waycross College Comparator Peers

Institution
Rainy River Community College Williston State College East Georgia College Columbia Gorge Community College Klamath Community College South Georgia College Eastern Shore Community College Denmark Technical College York County Community College Snead State Community College Coffeyville Community College Itasca Community College North Country Community College West Virginia State Community and Technical College Columbia-Greene Community College Eastern Wyoming College Otero Junior College

City International Falls Williston Swainsboro The Dalles Klamath Falls Douglas Melfa Denmark Wells Boaz Coffeyville Grand Rapids Saranac Lake Institute Hudson Torrington La Junta

Aspirational Peers

Institution College of Coastal Georgia Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

City Brunswick Tifton

State
MN ND GA OR OR GA VA SC ME AL KS MN NY WV NY WY CO
State GA GA

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