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 | President's Message - Nov. 20, 2007
As we approach the Winter Break, I want to share how very proud I am of the
work that has been done this quarter. We have accomplished a great deal and
I want to share some highlights.
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| Fingerhut to visit campus September 26th
Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Eric Fingerhut will visit Ohio University next week to share information on The University System of Ohio. Today, President Roderick J. McDavis issued an e-mail inviting faculty and staff to attend the event, set for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, in the Margaret M. Walter Hall Rotunda.
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| Presidential Performance Goals for 2006-07
The President’s Priorities developed by the presidential search committee in December 2003 have served as the guidepost in setting my yearly presidential goals. For the 2006-07 academic year, my goals have been focused on ensuring that we continue our work to improve communication with faculty, implement the Information Technology recovery process, implement the comprehensive strategy to reduce high-risk drinking, improve academic integrity, implement the top priorities of Vision OHIO, raise funds to support University strategic priorities, and strengthen the financial control environment. Specifically, my performance goals for 2006-07 are listed.
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| Town Hall Meeting 04/17/07
The University Town Hall Meeting is intended to encourage dialogue among members of the Ohio University community.
President Roderick McDavis and other leaders were available to listen to faculty, staff and students.
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| Founders Day Convocation 2007
Celebrating Ohio University’s rich history and the achievements of outstanding students and faculty, the 2007 convocation includes a keynote address by President Roderick McDavis, remarks by Honors Tutorial College Dean Ann Fidler, an historical presentation by Trustee Professor Samuel Crowl, and an announcement by Provost Kathy Krendl regarding funding for graduate education and research.
| | Founders Day Convocation 2007
President McDavis' address to the Founders Day 2007 convocation Feb. 2, 2007.
| | Founders Day 2007 Historical Presentation
Preview a sample of Sam Crowl's Historical Presentation
| | Radio Spot: Partnership Spotlight
Accent on Achievement with Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis
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| Town Hall 01/26/07
The University Town Hall Meeting is intended to encourage dialogue among members of the Ohio University community.
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| President's Message - Jan. 3, 2007
I hope you had time over our academic break to relax and enjoy your time with loved ones. The purpose of my message is to share some of the things you may have missed during winter break.
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| Educate the Tri-State memo of understanding signing
Aboard a barge in the Ohio River, Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis joined other college presidents, provost and deans in signing a memo of understanding that forges a historic educational coalition.
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| President's Message - Oct. 25, 2006
On Monday afternoon, we held our first town hall-style meeting. It was an important first step to open more lines of communication among students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
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| Letter to the Plain Dealer - Oct. 6, 2006
Yes, we face some significant challenges but the sky is not falling. With the efforts of alumni, faculty, staff, students and parents, we are solving our problems and continue to deliver exceptional education opportunities.
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| Letter to the NY Times - Oct. 3, 2006
Ohio University provides exceptional educational opportunities. High rankings, sound fiscal health, and strong enrollment are testaments to our success.
| | President's Message - Oct. 4, 2006
This afternoon, I held my second press briefing of the academic year with our local media. I want to share what I discussed with those reporters.
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| University community goals for 2006-07
At this week's press briefing with the Athens media, I shared some of the University community's goals for the 2006-07 academic year. I also provided an update on some of the issues discussed the last time I met with the media.
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| Data Security Progress Update
I take the recent lapses in our computer network security very seriously and deeply apologize for the stress and inconvenience that this has caused you. We hold ourselves fully accountable and are doing everything in our power to ensure that all members of our community will not have to face this situation in the future.
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| Budget Realignment 2
As the 2005-06 academic year ends, I want to provide you with an update concerning the 2007 Fiscal Year (FY) budget realignment process. The administrative and academic leadership groups have worked together on the budget realignment plan to identify ways to realize savings while retaining essential functions and services.
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| New Health Benefits
The University consistently monitors whether its insurance companies are providing competitive rates and service. While the University is pleased with Medical Mutual of Ohio’s service as a third-party administrator, it is good business practice to place the benefits package out for competitive requests for proposals to compare our current program with those offered by other companies. This ensures that the University is able to provide quality health-care choices to its employees at a reasonable cost.
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| Budget Realignment
On Friday, March 31st, I provided an update on the budget realignment process to the chairs of Administrative, Classified, Faculty, and Student senates, the Chairs and Directors Council, and AFSCME. Provost Kathy Krendl, Vice President for Finance and Administration Bill Decatur, and Linda Lonsinger, director of employee and labor relations, also attended this meeting.
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| Third Phase for Vision OHIO
We now are in the third phase, developing action plans and priorities through the 10 goal-specific implementation teams. Each team will submit a summary of its deliberations, as well as rank-ordered priorities. During this time, colleges and schools also are completing their strategic plans to align with Vision OHIO.
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| Budget Update
Copy of all-campus email communicating important initiatives and senior-level academic and administrative leadership discussions.
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| 2006 Vision Ohio Convocation Address
President McDavis' address to the inaugural Vision OHIO convocation Jan. 17, 2006.
| | Founders Day Convocation 2006
Celebrating Ohio University’s rich history and the achievements of outstanding students and faculty, the 2006 convocation includes a keynote address by President Roderick McDavis.
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| Trustees launch review of process for evaluating president
An ad-hoc committee of the Ohio University Board of Trustees charged with reviewing the process the board uses to evaluate the university's president met for the first time Monday in Columbus. Board Chair C. Daniel DeLawder formed the five-member group and asked it to bring recommendations to the full board in February.
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| McDavis to speak at national conference
Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis will serve on a panel at the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in American Higher Education on May 30 in San Francisco. The panel, titled "Embracing Diversity in a Flat World: A Mandate for Presidents and Boards of Trustees," will feature the only three African Americans currently serving as presidents of predominantly white universities.
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| Organizational changes affect regional campuses
The administrative reorganization that President Roderick J. McDavis announced Monday brings changes for Ohio University outreach efforts and regional campuses. With two key administrators reporting to the executive vice president and provost under the new model, the areas will become better tied to the university's academic mission.
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| McDavis announces restructuring of administration
In announcing a restructuring of his administration to bring greater focus to Ohio University's academic mission, President Roderick J. McDavis today appealed to an overflow crowd in Baker University Center to join him in pursuing the institution's "shining future."
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| McDavis: 'We are focused on solving problems'
In an interview this morning concerning a critical letter shared last week with the chair of the board of trustees, Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis said he understands there are worries within the university community and he remains committed to addressing them. |
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