Caption: Board of Trustees Minutes - 1994
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370 BOARD OF TRUSTEES overall public relations problem. He asked that the administration of the University describe the strategy for public relations in general. The board members concurred that President Stukel and Mr. Coe should be directed to pursue a review of the University's public image materials. OUTCOMES FROM DAY II The board members agreed to charge the president to: 1. Implement the elements of the Mission Statement presented to the trustees by activating a plan for this as soon as possible. 2. Improve the conduct of University business by automating many procedures and moving away from reliance on paper transactions within the next three years. 3. Establish management teams to facilitate internal discussion among University management levels. 4. Work to establish a new, more responsive governance system for the University Hospital within the next year. 5. Work together to find new ways for the trustees to become active advocates for the University. 6. Work to rebuild the University's relationship with the agricultural community. 7. Develop a common stationery with which to project an image of one University to the public. CLOSING COMMENTS FROM THE PRESIDENT President Stukel thanked the trustees for their time and attention and said that he thought the retreat was very productive and that all involved demonstrated good collegial relationships and a definite respect for each other's opinions. He told the board members that the outcome of producing action items was commendable and that the level and quality of discussion was excellent. ADJOURNMENT BY THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD Mr. Lamont thanked his colleagues for a good retreat. There being no further business, the board adjourned. MICHELE M. THOMPSON THOMAS R. LAMONT Secretary Chair
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