Coordinating Board for Higher Education Meeting Minutes 04-07
COORDINATING BOARD FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
MINUTES OF MEETING
April 12, 2007
The Coordinating Board for Higher Education met at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Stephens College in Columbia.
Chair Kathryn Swan called the Coordinating Board for Higher Education meeting to order. A list of guests is included as an attachment.
The presence of a quorum was established with the following roll call vote:
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Present |
Absent |
Martha Boswell |
X |
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David Cole |
X |
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Lowell C. Kruse |
X |
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Jeanne Patterson |
X |
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Duane Schreimann |
X |
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Kathryn Swan |
X |
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Gregory Upchurch (by phone) |
X |
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Dr. Wendy Libby welcomed the CBHE, MDHE staff, and visitors to Stephens College. Dr. Libby provided a brief history of Stephens College, the College’s current remodeling/renaissance, and the partnerships the College has established with other institutions and organizations.
Chair Swan thanked President Libby, her staff, and the Stephens Board of Trustees for their hospitality to the presidents and chancellors, members of the Coordinating Board, and MDHE staff.
New Funding Formula for Higher Education
Dr. James Scanlon introduced Mr. Paul Wagner, Deputy Commissioner, and Ms. Donna Imhoff, Assistant Commissioner, who briefed the Board on past funding models for public institutions. Ms. Imhoff explained that there has been variance in funding approaches over the last several years due to the state’s financial challenges. State funding levels have adversely affected students as tuition has increased as has student debt. The Quick Facts Supplement on affordability depicts where Missouri ranks nationwide in appropriations, provides data on need-based financial aid in the state, and details the shift in institution budgets based on available state funds.
Mr. Wagner explained that the current funding distribution model was not based on a set of agreed upon data elements, was not policy-driven, and did not include performance or accountability factors. The Coordinating Board is moving forward in a strategic effort to develop a funding model framework of goals, objectives, principals, and expectations that will more effectively use funding policies to compete for state resources. The first step in this process is the establishment of a task force.
Mr. Duane Schreimann stated that higher education must take control of developing a funding model or the legislature may develop its own. The CBHE needs to be viewed as the leader on this issue with institutions providing significant input in the process.
Ms. Mary Beth Luna advised the Board that the Governor is supportive of the CBHE taking the initiative on this issue. A successful model to be considered would be the financial aid task force, which found buy-in with policymakers and legislators by including their representatives in discussions.
Dr. Barbara Dixon stated that the Council on Public Higher Education (COPHE) had two meetings on funding and was prepared to work together to build a new funding formula based on the data already collected. Dr. Dixon recommended that the task force be comprised of presidents and MDHE staff who would use institutional researchers and budget directors as resources. The task force could potentially present its recommendations by the October 2007 CBHE meeting.
Dr. John McGuire asked if the funding formula would be strictly for COPHE institutions or if it would include two-year institutions as well. Dr. Dixon responded that only four-year institutions had been considered by COPHE due to the different missions of the sectors and the differences in community college funding.
Dr. Don Doucette reported that the Missouri Community College Association (MCCA) strongly supported a collaborative effort to develop a funding formula. A systematic approach to higher education funding would benefit students, citizens, and institutions.
Mr. Lowell Kruse stated that he agreed with the recommendation in the board item with the exception of the external consultant. When a task force is appointed, it should be the decision of the task force if an external consultant is needed. The task force should be department-directed, inclusive, and should have the authority to draw on necessary resources to complete its charge within an established timeframe.
Dr. McGuire stated that a number of elements may apply to all institutions and some may be sector-specific. It would make sense to start with a smaller group in order to develop an initial consensus on basic tenets and then expand to a larger group.
Dr. Aaron Podolefsky said that there were two aspects to be considered: what would it take to fully fund higher education in Missouri and how should funds be distributed. Dr. Claycomb added that the process would likely take a year or longer and that in order for higher education to become fully funded, there must be stakeholder credibility in the process and results. To accomplish this, there should be representation on the task force from business/industry leaders and economic development who are not closely affiliated with a particular institution or sector.
Dr. Dixon agreed, saying that higher education needed better public relations and that there should be a coordinated effort to show education as a public rather than just a private good.
Dr. Julio Leon stated that current requests for additional funding do not resonate with the legislature. There is the perception that whatever state funding higher education lost due to budget cuts had been made up in student tuition and fees.
Commissioner Robert Stein stated that the Coordinating Board should remain apprised of the task force’s progress via regular communication throughout the process. Chair Swan summarized comments from the presidential Advisory Committee.
Mr. Schreimann moved to recommend that the Coordinating Board for Higher Education direct the Commissioner of Higher Education to appoint a task force on development of a new funding formula for higher education. The task force will include representation from the Governor’s Office, the Legislature, two-year and four-year sectors, and the Missouri Department of Higher Education Staff. Furthermore, updates on the progress of the task force will be included as an agenda item at future board meetings until the work of the task force has been completed. The Commissioner of Higher Education will design and issue a charge to the task force that incorporates desirable attributes, suggested components to consider, and a reasonable timeline for completion of its task.
Ms. Jeanne Lillig-Patterson seconded the motion. After discussion, the motion passed unanimously.
Committee Reports
Audit Committee
Mr. Schreimann, chair of the Audit Committee, reported that the committee would review the recent audit on State Student Financial Assistance to see if there is a response needed. In addition, auditors from BKD are onsite to review the federal loan program, and the committee will report on both audits at the next CBHE meeting.
Student Loan/Financial Aid Committee
Ms. Martha Boswell stated that the committee had no new business to report.
Strategic Planning Committee
Ms. Patterson stated that, while the planning committee was still on hold, the new funding formula would be crucial to the direction of the strategic plan.
Nominating Committee
Chair Swan advised attendees that Mr. Kruse, Ms. Boswell, and Mr. David Cole had volunteered to serve on the Nominating Committee. The committee will make its recommendations for Board officers at the June 2007 meeting in Springfield.
Presidential Advisory Committee
FY2008 Budget Update
Ms. Imhoff provided an update on the House recommendations for the FY2007 supplemental budget and the FY2008 budget items for higher education. HB14 is the supplemental funding recommendations for the remainder of the fiscal year. The MDHE received an estimated appropriation of $24 million to continue operating the student loan program and $372,000 to fully fund the Bright Flight program for 2007. Recommendations for one-time equipment needs for a joint engineering program between Missouri State University and the University of Missouri – Rolla were not in the Truly Agreed to and Finally Passed version of the supplemental funding bill. However, there is a Governor’s amendment in HB19 to move forward with these funds for FY2008.
An additional supplemental bill is HB16, which includes items related to the Lewis and Clark Discovery Initiative. In HB16, there is a recommendation for $25 million in additional funding combining both the Gallagher and Guarantee need-based programs. This bill has not yet been taken up by the Senate.
The House Budget Committee passed HB3, the appropriations bill for FY2008 and recommended increases to community colleges in order to bring those increases more in alignment with those for the four-year sector. The House decreased appropriations to Missouri State University – West plains and the University of Missouri system, but those funds may be reinstated when the bill moves to the Senate.
Summary of Proposed Legislation Related to Higher Education
Ms. Zora AuBuchon, General Counsel and Legislative Liaison, provided an update on some of the pending legislation related to higher education and P-20. The higher education omnibus bill, Senate Bill 389, was voted out of committee and may be discussed on the Senate floor this week. Currently, the bill has retained its core components, but due to increasing support for this bill, some new additions may be made such as the Teach for Missouri Act (SB443).
Another bill that may become a part of SB389 is SB572, which allows the University of Missouri to close certain donor records. MDHE staff will keep the Coordinating Board and Presidents and Chancellors updated on the status of this bill as it continues through the legislative process. A matrix that assists in locating key components of SB389 will be posted on the MDHE website.
One current bill that would have implications for higher education is SB75, introduced by Senator Maida Coleman. This bill would impose a tuition cap of $50 per credit hour for all combat veterans. Another bill being tracked is Senator Rupp’s SB160, which establishes a transfer incentive scholarship and expands the A+ program to include private vocational or technical schools. This bill has been transferred out of committee.
Ms. AuBuchon provided additional detail on two other bills: HB213 from Representative Cunningham and SB706 from Senator Mayer. HB213 would require institutions to report to the General Assembly yearly on the steps being taken to ensure intellectual diversity on campus. This is also known as the “Emily Brooker” bill, which was named after a student in the Social Work program at Missouri State University. The bill was passed in the House and will now be heard in the Senate.
SB706 is intended to bring economic relief to several counties in the bootheel area by creating a ‘vocational school district’. Senator Mayer’s bill shows an understanding of the link between higher education and economic development. However, as there are no statutes covering such school districts, this may lead to an uncoordinated development of a new kind of higher education institution. MDHE staff is working with Senator Mayer and his staff on higher education’s concerns from a system–wide perspective.
Ms. AuBuchon advised that the MDHE is also preparing fiscal notes to advocate on behalf of institutions and the department, as several proposed bills may require additional funds and FTE in order to administer the programs.
Ms. AuBuchon requested feedback from presidents, chancellors, and the Coordinating Board over the next several weeks regarding the format and content of the weekly legislative update. Commissioner Stein thanked Ms. AuBuchon for her commitment and her efforts on behalf of the department.
Action Items
Approval of Minutes
Mr. Schreimann moved that the minutes of the February 8, 2007, CBHE meeting be approved as printed. Mr. Patterson seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously.
State Student Financial Aid Processing
Mr. Leroy Wade, Assistant Commissioner, updated the Coordinating Board on the progress with fast-track implementation of the Access Missouri Program contained in SB389. The MDHE has contracted with Tier Technologies to assist in the design and development of the new components necessary to process the awards. The requirements process is complete and the design, coding, and programming are on schedule for completion by mid-August 2007. This will allow the MDHE to deliver financial assistance through the new program in fall 2007. Because the bill includes an emergency clause, if it is passed and signed, it will become effective immediately with funding available on July 1, 2007.
If Senate Bill 389 does not pass, the MDHE must be prepared to deliver student financial assistance through the existing programs. In order to maintain readiness, action regarding the Missouri College Guarantee program is necessary. In 2005, the CBHE froze the cost of attendance and maximum award amounts in order to provide aid to the maximum number of students within the parameters of available program funds. Due to the continuing ambiguity with regard to program operation and funding levels, the MDHE is recommending a conservative approach and requests approval to maintain the freeze on the maximum award amounts for the next academic year.
Mr. Schreimann moved that the Coordinating Board direct the MDHE staff to continue to use the 2004-2005 maximum cost of attendance ($13,935) and maximum annual award ($6,200) for processing the Missouri College Guarantee Program awards for the 2007-2008 academic year. Mr. Cole seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously.
St. LouisCommunity College Wildwood Campus
Ms. Hillary Fuhrman, Research Associate, and Mr. B.J. White, Program Specialist, provided the Board with information on the purpose and rationale behind the St. Louis Community College Wildwood campus project.
St. Louis Community College is establishing a fourth campus in the St. Louis area to replace the West County Education Center (WCEC). The WCEC, operated by STLCC, is at capacity and a new community college campus is needed to continue to provide affordable and accessible postsecondary education in the West County area. The Wildwood campus, which is scheduled for completion in summer 2007, will provide academic, technological, financial, and disability support services. Due to cost savings resulting from the transition from renting to purchasing a facility, reallocation of current funds, and other institutional resources, the services at the new campus will not require additional state resources.
Dr. Henry Shannon expressed his excitement about the new campus and explained that projections for the population of West County as well as enrollments in the Wildwood campus reinforce the need for a full-service community college in the area. Dr. Shannon recognized Dr. Carla Chance, Dr. John Ganio, and Dr. Pam McIntyre for their roles in moving this project forward.
Mr. Cole moved to recommend that the Coordinating Board for Higher Education recognize and add its support for the decision of the St. Louis Community College Board of Trustees to add a fourth campus to the St. Louis Community College system.
Based on the state’s investment in the development and delivery of community college education within the parameters of limited state resources, the CBHE further states the following expectations:
That the STLCC Board of Trustees will have determined that the creation of a fourth campus is the most cost-effective way to deliver high-quality programs to the West County population;
That the STLCC Board of Trustees and the citizens of the STLCC taxing district will have agreed to assume responsibility for any additional costs associated with creating a fourth college;
That the STLCC will continue to work closely with public and independent colleges and universities as well as local school districts in determining additional programmatic needs for local residents to ensure the efficient and effective use of resources;
That the STLCC will ensure that current and prospective students will not have federal financial aid disrupted as a result of the creation of a fourth college within the district; and
That the STLCC will abide by all CBHE policies and specifically all course offerings and degree programs offered on the Wildwood Campus and will follow the appropriate program approval processes.
Ms. Boswell seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously.
Chair Swan congratulated Dr. Shannon and the representatives from St. Louis Community College on their achievement.
Consent Calendar
Items on the consent calendar are recurring issues or are a routine part of the CBHE's and the MDHE's operation. Any or all items may be withdrawn from the consent calendar by any member of the board, if further discussion is necessary. Chair Swan requested that Tab G – Community College Equity and Tab H – Sunshine Law Policy be pulled from the consent calendar for presentation and discussion.
Community College Equity
At the February 2007 CBHE meeting, the Coordinating Board directed the MDHE to prepare a summary of the history of the community college equity plan in order for members to determine the most appropriate way to approach legislators regarding this issue.
Ms. Imhoff explained that the formula was developed by a subcommittee of the Missouri Community College Association (MCCA) in an effort to address equity funding issues among community college districts. The equity plan was adopted by the MCCA in 2003 and presented to the CBHE in 2004. The formulas for calculating equity adjustments for community colleges are outlined in the attachment to the board item.
The governor recommendations for FY2008 seem to show that community colleges’ equity adjustment was built into the increase recommended for this sector while public four-year institutions’ equity adjustment was received after funding increases. This disparity encouraged the House Budget committee to increase the funding to community colleges and it appears that the Senate is inclined to follow suit.
Dr. McGuire stated that the community college equity proposal was originally presented to the CBHE in the late 1990’s. The plan was incorporated in the CBHE’s budget proposal to the Governor for a supplemental equity appropriation. During the budget crises and staff turnover in the early part of the decade, supplemental funding for community colleges was not included in the governor’s recommendations. The initiative appears to have since been dropped or forgotten. The task force for a new higher education funding formula may address this issue in its recommendations. However, the community colleges encourage a return to supplemental appropriations in the interim.
Mr. Wagner asked if community colleges feel that breaking out funding by areas such as out-of-district and work force preparation is important or if the appropriations requests could be combined. Dr. McGuire stated that community colleges support combining the areas. Dr. Evelyn Jorgenson stated that while colleges would like to see the items combined, such a move may be viewed with suspicion. Dr. McGuire welcomed Mr. Wagner’s support in working with the legislature to combine the funding areas for future budget recommendations.
Sunshine Law Policy
Dr. Jim Matchefts stated that in light of a case decided by the Missouri Court of Appeals Western District regarding records closed pursuant to the Sunshine Law, MDHE staff reviewed the CBHE policy on open meetings and records management and verified compliance with the court’s interpretation of the law. Because the policy was adopted nearly 20 years ago and there have been changes to the statute since that time, there are elements that may need to be amended. In addition, the Office of Administration in conjunction with the Governor’s legal counsel is drafting a model Sunshine Law policy that the Board may wish to use as a template.
MDHE General Counsel will review OA’s model policy and make recommendations to the CBHE at a future meeting regarding changes to the current policy.
Other Consent Notes
Dr. Stein advised members that Page 6 of the attachment to Tab J – Academic Program Actions should reflect a BA in Communication Studies for the University of Missouri – Kansas City rather than a BS, Communication Studies. The institution has been notified and if approved, the correct program change will be entered on the program inventory.
Ms. Patterson moved that items found behind Tab F, and Tabs I - L on the consent calendar be approved with the above change. Mr. Schreimann seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Items for Discussion, Consideration, and Possible Vote
MissouriHigh School Graduates Performance Report
Mr. Jeremy Kintzel reported on the 2007 Missouri High School Graduates Performance Report. Mr. Kintzel extended his appreciation to institutional research staff for their assistance in the collection, compilation, and correction of more than 750,000 individual student records, which were used to develop this report. The complete report is available on the MDHE website at http://www.dhe.mo.gov/hsgradreport.shtml.
Mr. Kintzel advised that with more than ten years of data, the report provides valuable information regarding performance and completion in Missouri public postsecondary institutions by students who graduate from a Missouri public high school. The MDHE is receiving an increase in the number of calls from high school administrators and faculty for information regarding the report and recommendations on how the data could be used to improve teaching and student performance.
The data suggest issues for further investigation in the areas of encouraging participation by certain groups, revising the reporting mechanisms for demographics, and identifying best practices in retention at Missouri institutions.
Ms. Patterson asked if the data showed any correlation to the affordability data displayed in the Quick Facts on Affordability. Mr. Kintzel replied that there may be correlations to retention, persistence, and completion, but further research would be required. Ms. Patterson stated that the reports might be summarized and shared with key legislators on an annual basis. The summary could provide a snapshot of affordability versus efficiency and who we are serving and not serving.
Dr. Stephen Lehmkuhle stated that higher education needs projection data for 2010 or 2015. With a significant demographic shift being projected, higher education needs to understand today’s kindergarten enrollments in order to better plan future support structures. Ms. Patterson agreed stating that such knowledge would be important for budgeting and strategic planning. Dr. Stein stated that the data are knowable through a collaborative effort between the MDHE, DESE, and institutional researchers.
Mr. Schreimann asked that this item be included on the agenda for the joint meeting with the State Board of Education.
Ms. Patterson asked that this item be updated and reported to the Coordinating Board throughout the year rather than on an annual basis. Mr. Kintzel stated that the spring 2007 enrollment data and some census data could be used to update the report for a future CBHE meeting.
Mr. Schreimann asked that board and PAC members share the report with local boards of education. Dr. Stein advised that the MDHE has been making concerted efforts over the last year to share information on the report with the State Board of Education, superintendents, principals, counselors, and K-12 faculty and will continue to provide support for stakeholders in the collection and interpretation of the data.
Grant Activity
Mr. Kintzel and Ms. Fuhrman provided information regarding the department’s involvement in public and private grant opportunities. Mr. Kintzel stated that the MDHE continues to seek out and become involved in research initiatives to supplement state resources.
The MDHE, its Missouri partner institutions, and the University of Missouri – Columbia Department of Economics recently completed a second research project for the Lumina Foundation. Partner institutions allowed access to and analysis of unit-record financial aid data in conjunction with other data sources to identify distribution patterns and student outcomes associated with state, federal, and institutional financial aid. The final report was submitted to the Lumina Foundation on April 2, 2007, and will be presented to the CBHE at the June 2007 meeting. A proposal for a third Lumina grant is being considered based on the report findings.
The MDHE partnered with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to submit a proposal for a grant from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This grant would support the development of integrated longitudinal student data systems at the state level. The MDHE and the University of Missouri have submitted additional proposals within the grant to work with stakeholders in addressing technological, legal, and political issues that would enable analysis of the linked data systems developed under the initial grant. The grant proposal was submitted on March 15, 2007.
Dr. Stein stated that the MDHE was seeking alliances with institutions, institutional researchers, and doctoral students with related research interests while respecting the confidentiality of the department’s data sets. The data held by the MDHE may assist institutions in resolving conflicts, and research on data sets could not only advance a student’s graduate program but also inform state policy decisions.
Ms. Luna commended MDHE staff for taking the initiative to apply for these grants. The Office of the Governor does not have a grant writer on staff but knows that the MDHE is always willing to try something new and to put in the extra effort.
METS Initiative Update
Ms. Fuhrman updated the Board on the METS Alliance workgroup and the recently formed METS Coalition. The METS Alliance report, A Call to Action, outlined strategies and recommendations to achieve specific goals surrounding METS. The Alliance decided to transition from an ad hoc workgroup to a long-term non-profit organization known as the METS Coalition.
The METS Coalition is seeking a permanent Executive Director to help the organization establish and increase awareness of the work of the Coalition. In addition, the Coalition developed an organizational website (www.missourimets.com), hosted by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as a way to provide information to multiple audiences on the progress toward attainment of METS Coalition goals.
Other tasks by Coalition partners to achieve the METS recommendations include collaborative efforts between DESE and MDHE to facilitate the revision of the K-12 GLEs and development of a proposed Higher Education Curriculum Steering Committee that will develop entry- and exit-level competencies for beginning collegiate-level coursework. The METS Coalition is also working with Ms. Monica Beglau, Director of the enhancing Missouri’s Instructional Networked Teaching Strategies (eMINTS) National Center, to request state funds that will bring 100 new eMINTS classrooms to Missouri schools.
Members of the Coordinating Board and the Presidential Advisory Committee are invited to tour an eMINTS classroom. Dr. Stein advised that eMINTS classrooms are located throughout the state, and if anyone is interested in visiting such a class, tour may be arranged through the MDHE.
Potential Meetings with MOHELA and the State Board of Education
Chair Swan stated that the Coordinating Board would hold a joint meeting with the State Board of Education (SBE) on September 6, 2007; the joint meeting with MOHELA will be held on December 6, 2007 in conjunction with the regular CBHE meeting. Details regarding meeting times and locations will be provided at a later date.
Report of the Commissioner
Dr. Stein advised that Governor Blunt requested that the Coordinating Board conduct a study with postsecondary institutions on Missouri’s student loan industry. Dr. Stein has established a committee to be chaired by Paul Wagner and to include representation from the Presidential Advisory Committee, COPHE, MCCA, Linn State Technical College, and MDHE staff. The committee will put together a survey for institutions and report to the Governor. The committee may also develop a best practices document for publication.
The MDHE is committed to developing Quick Facts Supplements and one-page fact sheets for distribution to stakeholders, especially legislators, in order to inform discussion on key issues. The MDHE welcomes suggestions on issues for these fact sheets.
The MDHE is seeking to establish a unique brand; to that end, a new tagline for the department’s products was developed: “Building Missouri’s future…by degrees.”
The Working Group on Community College Capital will hold its second meeting on May 3, 2007 and will report to the CBHE at the June 2007 meeting in Springfield.
The Governor has declared April 16 – 20, 2007 as Graduate Education Week. The MDHE has sent a request for information to institutions and will prepare a fact sheet on the data in the MDHE system and the information we are provided.
The P-20 Council will meet on April 26, 2007 in Jefferson City. The Office of the Governor will be represented and is interested in more collaboration and coordination of initiatives, especially in the area of curriculum alignment.
The Coordinating Board and MDHE intend to reinstitute the Faculty Fellows program and to request student interns for the summer and for the next year.
Dr. Stein acknowledged the MDHE staff at the meeting and advised members that Dr. Matchefts would be leaving the MDHE in May for the position of general counsel with MOHELA.
Mr. Schreimann moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Patterson and the motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 12:30pm.
Roster of Guests
Coordinating Board for Higher Education
April 12, 2007
Name - Affiliation
Zora AuBuchon - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Wendy Baker - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Constance Bowman - Harris-Stowe State University
Carla Chance - St. Louis Community College
Jeanie Crain - Missouri Western State University
Hillary Fuhrman - Missouri Department of Higher Education
John Ganio - St. Louis Community College
Jennifer Glass - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Charles Gooden - Harris-Stowe State University
Chad Hampton - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Denita Hawley - ICUM
Donna Imhoff - Missouri Department of Higher Education
James Kellerman - MCCA
Paul Kincaid - Missouri State University
Jeremy Kintzel - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Nikki Krawitz - University of Missouri System
Jeff Lashley - Moberly Area Community College
Stephen Lehmkuhle - University of Missouri System
Brian Long - COPHE
Jim Matchefts - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Michelle McClure - Harris-Stowe State University
Pam McIntyre - St. Louis Community College
Michael McManis - Truman State University
Robbie Myers - Three Rivers Community College
Marty Oetting - University of Missouri System
Ann Pearce - University of Central Missouri
David Russell - University of Missouri System
Greg Sandbothe - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Vicke Schwinke - Linn State Technical College
Dwayne Smith - Harris-Stowe State University
Kelli Stiles - Armstrong Teasdale, LLP
Rochelle Tilghman - Harris-Stowe State University
Laura Vedenhaupt - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Leroy Wade - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Paul Wagner - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Beth Wheeler - Missouri Western State University
B.J. White - Missouri Department of Higher Education
Paula Wolken - Missouri Department of Higher Education
