Repository: UIHistories Project: Board of Trustees Minutes - 1994 [PAGE 217]

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of organization, some of which were of concern to the board members. The candidate explained a ten-year plan that has been drawn up to position the hospital in a more advantageous setting in the market place. The candidate was also asked to explain the history of the University Hospital since 1989 and to describe the rebuilding plans that were laid after that time. This explanation was provided and the candidate's role as the leader of that effort was described. Other topics discussed included the candidate's attraction to the position, which was explained in terms of being attracted to change and having some well-developed ideas of how to mesh knowledge of Chicago and resources there with the goals of the entire University. Relationships with the board and how these would develop and be structured was also an item and the candidate was asked how time would be divided among the campuses. The board was assured that the candidate would strive to maintain a presence and a deep involvement in the entire University on an equitable basis and would use all contacts available for the good of the whole University. At approximately 2:30 p.m., the candidate's spouse joined the meeting and was interviewed by the board. Issues discussed included ways to increase contacts for the University across the State and development of new means to reach more groups within the State and across the country. At about 3:00 p.m., the group moved to another room for refreshments and more informal discussion. Professor Bahr, Professor Johnson, Dr. Thompson, and Ms. Finnegan were present also. At 4:00 p.m., the interview was concluded.

BOARD MEETING RECESSED

There was a brief break from 4:05 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. When the board reconvened, the same individuals listed as being present earlier in this day were present.

Meeting with Third Candidate

The board members met at 4:35 p.m. with the third and last of the candidates they had scheduled for second interviews. In the course of the interview the trustees asked this candidate about ways in which the urban land-grant mission would be carried out for the Chicago campus. Answers included the need to put emphasis on helping to solve urban problems such as health care and public education. The candidate indicated that past experience in different venues would probably apply to issues of concern to Chicago communities. Next, a discussion of effective ways to recruit minority faculty members ensued. The candidate stressed the importance of encouraging minority students early on to consider college teaching careers. The candidate cited a program underway at the home institution that involved encouragement of high school students to do this. The candidate also