Executive Council met at 611 Allen Hall at 11 a.m. Present were Dr. Charles Lee, presiding, Dr. Peter Rabideau, Dennis Prescott, Dr. William Kibler, Larry Templeton, Juli Rester, Dr. Vance Watson, Ray Hayes, Dr. Peter Wood, Julie Berry, Mike White, Don Zant, Dr. Sandra Harpole, Joe Farris, Julie Fulgham, Dr. Melvin Ray, Charles Guest, and Gaddis Hunt.

Julie Berry, outgoing chair of the Professional and Support Staff Advisory Council, introduced her successor, Juli Rester, who took office July 1.

Mr. Hayes and Mr. Hunt presented plans for an outdoor cafe patio at the State Fountain and Bakery, with tables and chairs, lighting, benches, and landscaping. The council recommended approval of the plan.

Mr. Zant presented for approval on second reading Operating Policy 01.01, Operating Policy and Procedure System. The council recommended approval.

Mr. Zant presented for approval on second reading Operating Policy 04.01, Internal Audit Services. The council recommended approval.

Dr. Rabideau presented for approval on second reading Academic Operating Policy 10.08, Classroom Regulations. The council recommended approval.

Dr. Rabideau presented for approval on second reading Academic Operating Policy 12.11, Degree Requirements - Undergraduate. The council recommended approval.

Dr. Rabideau presented for approval on second reading Operating Policy 01.21, Post-Tenure Review. The council recommended approval.

Dr. Rabideau presented for approval on second reading Operating Policy 30.02, Use of Copyright Computer Software, and OP 30.03, Management of Copyrighted Site Licensed Computer Software. The council recommended approval.

Dr. Lee reported that a revised Human Resources Management policy on tuition remission for dependent children of employees had been approved. The revised policy provides for a 50 percent reduction in MSU tuition and required fees, and eliminates the grade point average requirement for students who remain in good standing at the university.

Dr. Kibler reported on the outlook for fall semester enrollment. Increases are expected in freshman enrollment and overall enrollment.

Dr. Harpole reported that the NCAA recertification self-study report had been submitted.

Mr. Prescott reported that private giving for FY 2005 totaled $51 million, including pledges and deferred gifts. The State of the Future campaign total is at $243 million.

Dr. Wood inquired about the possibility of salary increases. Dr. Lee noted that this year's increased tuition revenue will be offset by rising costs for insurance, utilities, and other expenses, although enrollment growth could provide additional resources.

Dr. Rabideau reported on discussions with the Mississippi Band of Choctaws on offering the third and fourth years of a Bachelor of Business Administration degree program at the Meridian Campus.

The meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.