Long-Term Goal 6: Sound Physical and Financial Assets. Develop, maintain, and protect the University's assets in a financially, aesthetically, and environmentally responsible manner.
1. Data Sources for Measuring Achievement of Long-Term Goal 6:
The University has an abundance of data available about its physical and financial assets as shown in Appendix 6. For example, for its physical assets, time-series information is available about square footage of space; expenditures on maintenance; use of various forms of energy and water; etc. For its financial assets, information is readily available about various sources of revenue, expenditures by various categories, endowments, salaries in both absolute and relative terms, bond ratings, etc. The University is also reviewed annually by its external auditors.
2. Status of Achieving Long-Term Goal 6:
The University's physical assets have been dramatically expanded over the last twelve years, with the addition of four residence halls, an Engineering Building, an Art and Design Building, a building for the School of Nursing in Springfield, a new campus in East St. Louis, the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center, new storage buildings for the Library and the University Museum, the Technology and Management Center, the baseball and softball stadiums’ renovations, a new classroom and expanded operatory at the School of Dental Medicine, the build-out of two Chemistry Labs, the renovation of the ERTC, the renovation of the School of Dental Medicine’s Sterilization Lab, and the School of Pharmacy renovation and construction. The physical assets also have been dramatically improved in that period through large-scale renovations of the University Center, Cougar Village, Korte Stadium, and the replacement of the Edwardsville campus’ central boiler system with individual building boilers.
Plans for the coming year include working toward completing the Campus Master Plan through the following: construction of the Student Success Center and a Computer and Library Storage Building; expansion of the Student Fitness Center and the Early Childhood Center; build-out of biology labs and GIS offices in University Park; renovation of the Vadalabene Center Gym and the School of Dental Medicine’s Oral Surgery Operatories; expansion of the Pharmacy Lab Building for a Student Lounge; renovations to the Morris Bike Trail and the University Park Road; replacement of seven roofs on the Edwardsville campus; and expansion and renovation of the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center.
Despite the gains in recent years, the University faces considerable challenges. The most notable challenge is the need for a new and a renovated Science Building. The renovation of the existing facility and construction of a new building remains SIUE's highest priority since programs in science, engineering, nursing, and pharmacy depend on the University's ability to offer appropriate coursework in the sciences. Likewise, major utility systems in the campus core buildings are reaching the end of their practical service lives.
Preliminary indications in FY09 suggest that SIUE will receive sufficient funding from a new Capital Bill to begin construction of the long needed Science Building. Also, a new Facilities Maintenance Fee was passed in FY07 to enable needed campus renovation and repairs. Overall energy usage in FY08 remained generally constant from FY07 with the exception of increased energy consumption due to the opening of Evergreen Hall.
In FY08 the SIUE Endowment decreased 8% over the FY07 total and the SIUE Foundation annual income decreased 50% during the same timeframe. The endowment and income decreased due to several factors which included a loss in the endowment portfolio for FY08. Dollars spent from the SIUE Foundation on behalf of SIUE programs increased 46% from FY07. The increase in dollars spent to benefit SIUE was possible by using existing funds from previous years’ income, so there was no interruption in benefits provided to SIUE from Foundation dollars due to the decline in income during FY08.
The ratio of FTE students to FTE instructional faculty declined (3%) improving the student to faculty ratio.
3. Highlights from FY08 in Pursuit of Long-Term Goal 6
Highlights of activities in FY08 in pursuit of Long-Term Goal 6 include:
4. Short-Term Goals and Plans:
Fiscal Year 2009
During FY09, SIUE will focus on the following short-term goals and plans relative to Long-Term Goal 6.
a. Complete design of the Science Building project.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriations
Rationale: The Science Building is in very poor condition and is fundamental to programs in science, engineering, dentistry, pharmacy, and nursing.
b. Complete Banner Human Resources.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Income Fund and Service Account (funded with contingency funds from the implementation of the Banner Student Information System)
Rationale: Complete Banner HR to include Self Service, Unit Cost, Historical Records Library, and Position Control.
c. Implement pre-tax payroll deduction system for parking permits
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Existing staff time
Rationale: Offers employees the option to purchase parking permits, pre-tax, through the payroll deduction system.
d. Continue construction of the Student Success Center (SSC) and Student Fitness Center (SFC).
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Student Fees
Rationale: To offer facilities to house critical support services for students, Student Affairs has developed proposals for an addition to the SSC and the SFC.
e. Complete renovation of the Morris University Center (MUC) Bookstore.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs,Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Bookstore operating
Rationale: Better utilize the Bookstore and make it more customer-centered by improving the flow of traffic as well as the design to attract and support customer activity.
f. Complete construction of the Early Childhood Center.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Source of Funds: Internal Operating Funds
Rationale: The expansion would increase capacity and better facilitate learning by SIUE students in the Early Childhood Education Program who use the Center as a practicum site. The expansion would also address safety needs of the building.
g. Complete work on the Vadalabene Center Gymnasium renovation.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Facilities Maintenance Fee
Rationale: Plans will address the failing bleacher system and increase square footage for athletics and Kinesiology.
h. Complete Construction of Secondary Computing Center.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Information Technology Fee and Library Funds
Rationale: Will provide back-up storage facilities for the main computing center, work space for the Computer Refresh Program, and secure storage for library special collections.
i. Continue campus sustainability efforts.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Internal Operating Funds
Rationale: Develop SIUE awareness and education for a sustainable future in all aspects of our programs and departments as outlined with the Sustainability Advisory Group.
j. Continue opportunities for minority, female, and disabled-owned firms to do business with the University.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Existing
Rationale: To support the University’s statement on diversity.
k. Replace University Police radio system.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Grant Funds and Internal Operating Funds
Rationale: To upgrade police radio communications and coordinate with Madison County’s 911 system.
l. Develop bus transportation for Athletics.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration, Director of Athletics
Source of Funds: Internal Operating Funds
Rationale: Provides economical, efficient transportation for various sports teams.
m. Complete design and begin construction of roof replacement project.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Facility Fee
Rationale: Existing roofs have reached their life expectancy and multiple repairs over the years necessitate replacement of the roof system to protect the buildings from future water damage.
n. Complete construction of Biology Teaching Labs and GIS Office space in University Park.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Internal Operating Funds
Rationale: The demand on science labs continues to increase as well as the demand for space for Nursing. Increasing the number of biology anatomy labs on campus and moving GIS to University Park will help relieve some of this demand.
o. Develop an invasive species control plan.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: Internal Existing
Rationale: Invasive plant species are negatively affecting research projects in the wooded areas on campus and the health of the campus’ natural environment.
p. Continue to support Banner implementation and to enhance communication with relevant SIUE User Groups.
Responsibility: Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Source of Funds: Existing staff time and budget
Rationale: Ensure efficient and timely operations.
q. Coordinate the Time and Effort Task Force for recommending an automated system for effort reporting.
Responsibility: Associate Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School
Source of Funds: Existing staff time and budget
Rationale: To meet needs for grants, auditing, and the IBHE in order to continually promote successful financial audits.
r. Refine and execute the “Defining Excellence” Capital Campaign Plan.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for University Relations
Source of Funds: Existing staff time, campaign budget
Rationale: To raise private resources necessary for accomplishment of SIUE mission and vision.
Fiscal Year 2010
During FY10, SIUE will focus on the following short-term goals and plans relative to Long-Term Goal 6.
a. Begin construction of the Science Building renovation and new construction.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: The Science Building is in poor condition and is fundamental to programs in science, pharmacy, dentistry, engineering, and nursing.
b. Seek planning funds for the planning and design of the Lovejoy Library replacement.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: Replacement of Lovejoy Library would include a new building to house the library, advanced classrooms and labs, all central information technology functions, and services such as tutoring labs, skills centers, and other academic support functions.
c. Seek planning funds for the planning and design of the Health Sciences building.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To pursue the construction of a new building in the campus core to house both Nursing and Pharmacy allowing shared instructional resources and collaboration between the two programs.
d. Seek planning funds for consolidation of the School of Dental Medicine.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To modernize and increase the efficiency of the School of Dental Medicine by consolidating faculty offices in core buildings on the Alton campus.
e. Seek planning funds for a Community/University Event Center.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: The University and the surrounding community lack a facility to house medium-sized events.
f. Seek Capital Renewal funds for repairs on the Edwardsville campus.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To continue a multi-year, multi-phased infrastructure modernization effort.
g. Seek Deferred Maintenance funds for miscellaneous deferred projects.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To complete the FY10 Deferred Maintenance program.
h. Re-evaluate, refine, and execute plan for enhancement of the Annual Fund.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for University Relations, Director of Annual Giving
Source of Funds: Existing and administrative fee on new funds raised.
Rationale: To increase alumni participation rate and increase overall dollars contributed.
Fiscal Year 2011
During FY11, SIUE will focus on the following short-term goals and plans relative to Long-Term Goal 6.
a. Continue construction of the Science Building renovation and new building.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: The Science Building is in poor condition and is fundamental to programs in science, pharmacy, engineering, and nursing.
b. Seek equipment funds for the Science Building as part of the FY11 CDB/SIUE appropriation.
Responsibility: Chancellor working with Office of the President
Source of Funds: State appropriation
Rationale: Once construction is completed, the building needs to be appropriately equipped.
c. Seek construction funds for the Lovejoy Library replacement.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: Replacement of Lovejoy Library would include a new building to house the library, advanced classrooms and labs, all central information technology functions, and services such as tutoring labs, skills centers, and other academic support functions.
d. Seek construction funds for the Health Sciences building.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To pursue the construction of a new building in the campus core to house both Nursing and Pharmacy allowing shared instructional resources and collaboration between the two programs.
e. Seek construction funds for the consolidation of the School of Dental Medicine.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To modernize and increase the efficiency of the School of Dental Medicine by consolidating faculty offices in core buildings on the Alton campus from the scattered outdated houses where the offices are currently located.
f. Seek construction funds for a Community/University Event Center.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: The University and the surrounding community lack a facility to house medium-sized events.
g. Seek Capital Renewal funds for various campus infrastructure repairs.
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor for Administration
Source of Funds: State capital appropriation
Rationale: To continue a multi-year, multi-phased infrastructure modernization effort.