UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 
BOARD OF TRUSTEES 
RESOLUTION ON THE PRESIDENTIAL GOALS FOR 2011-2012 
 
 
Purpose:  Approval of Presidential Goals for 2011-2012 
 
 
WHEREAS, the Employment Agreement between the Board of Trustees of the 
University of the Virgin Islands and Dr. David Hall, as President, states in part, “On or 
before ... August 1 of each year, [he] shall provide the Board Chair with a list of 
proposed goals and objectives for the twelve-month period beginning on August 1. 
Thereafter, but no later than September 30 ... [he] and the Board shall agree on goals 
and objectives for the ... academic year”; and 
 
WHEREAS, in accordance with this provision in the Employment Agreement, on August 
1, 2011, President Hall submitted proposed goals for the twelve-month period beginning 
August 1, 2011; and 
 
WHEREAS, on September 23, 2011, the Executive Committee of the Board reviewed 
and approved the proposed presidential goals (see copy in Exhibit A attached) and 
voted to submit the goals to the Board for its approval. 
 
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE 
UNIVERSITY THAT: 
 
The Presidential Goals for the twelve-month period beginning August 1, 2011 are 
approved. 
 
 
 
 
CERTIFICATION 
 
The undersigned hereby certifies that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of a 
resolution of the Board of Trustees of the University of the Virgin Islands adopted at its 
meeting on Saturday, October 29, 2011, as recorded in the Minutes of the said meeting. 
 
 
 
 
 
   October 29, 2011 
 
 
Secretary of the Board 
Date 
Exhibit A 
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Presidential Goals for 2011-2012 
1. 
Absorb the 12% reduction in our appropriation in a manner that allows the 
University to maintain programs and services at a reasonably high level. 
 
Measurement: The indicators for success will be a balanced budget at the 
end of the year; a comparison of the number of programs maintained; and 
the absence of any substantial increase in complaints from key 
stakeholders. 
 
2. 
Develop and implement strategies and programs that will support 
employee morale and address employee legitimate concerns in light of the 
8% salary reduction and the reduction of available resources within the 
University. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success will be the implementation of 
new employee focused initiatives and an employee survey to assess 
employee response to initiatives implemented. 
 
3. 
Identify, revise and seek approval of outdated financial policies, and 
create new ones in areas where none exist. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success will be the Board’s approval of at 
least two new financial policies. 
 
4. 
Make substantial progress on the completion of the remaining measures 
of accomplishment contained in VISION 2012. 
 
Measurement: Substantial achievement of outstanding measures of 
accomplishment 
 
5. 
Complete the work and secure approval of an updated Employee Policy 
Manual and Student Conduct Code. 
 
Measurement: The Board’s approval of both of these policies. 
 
6. 
In collaboration with the Honorary and Operations Golden Jubilee 
Committees, design and implement a 50th Anniversary Celebration that 
spans the 2012 calendar year and that includes programs and activities 
that involve UVI stakeholders who are internal and external to the 
institution and to the Territory. 
 
Measurement: Indicators of success are: implementation of Celebration, 
as planned; response of stakeholder groups to activities; quality of 
programs produced; attendance at the programs; and the enhanced 
visibility of UVI during this period. 
Exhibit A 
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7. 
Develop and secure Board approval of a new five-year Strategic Plan. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success will be our ability to develop the 
plan in an inclusive and transparent manner, and the Board’s ultimate 
approval of the plan. 
 
8. 
Develop and submit an approved and timely Periodic Review Report to 
the Middle States Commission. 
 
Measurement: The report is submitted on time in June with the Board’s 
approval. 
 
9. 
Commence construction and (barring unforeseen circumstances) 
substantially complete construction of a 100 bed residence hall on the St. 
Thomas Campus. 
 
10. Working in conjunction with the Research and Technology Park, 
commence construction of a building that can house additional 
classrooms, laboratories and faculty offices on the St. Croix campus. 
 
11. Develop an outreach effort and strategic recruitment plan for Hispanic 
students within the Virgin Islands. 
 
Measurement: Indicators of success: the existence of a plan; an increase 
in visits to the campus by Hispanic students; and the development of a 
special program during Hispanic Heritage month. In future years this effort 
should result in an increase in the number of Hispanic students attending 
UVI. 
 
12. Institutionalize existing University policies to ensure that they are being 
used and followed in the appropriate circumstances. 
 
Measurement: Identify at least two existing University policies and conduct 
an audit to ensure that they are being followed, and if not, adopt 
accountability measures to ensure compliance. 
 
13. Secure approval and commence the quiet phase of the Capital Campaign. 
Measurement: Quiet phase of Capital Campaign commenced. 
14. Establish a Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Institute that 
provides training for UVI managers and provide training and consulting 
services for government and private sector organizations. The Institute 
should be a revenue-generating operation. 
Exhibit A 
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Measurement: The indicators of success: the establishment of the 
Institute; the number of trainings and consultations conducted; and the 
revenue generated by the Institute for the University. 
 
15. Streamline a selected number of workflow processes through the use of 
increased electronic transmissions. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success: the identification of at least two 
workflow process where the transaction time is reduced through the use of 
electronic transmission of documents or other types of streamlining 
interventions. 
 
16. Evaluate the Campus Executive Administrator structure and make 
recommendations to the Board for either its continuation or for the 
implementation of a new structure to handle these responsibilities. 
 
Measurement: The reaffirmation by the Board of the existing structure or 
the approval of a new administrative structure. 
 
17. Develop a comprehensive review of the Reichhold Center for the Arts, 
which should lead to recommendations for the implementation of better 
financial controls, enhanced fundraising, and a smoother operation. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success: the development of the study 
and the implementation of new controls and processes. 
 
18. In conjunction with the American Association of State Colleges and 
Universities (AASCU), conduct an onsite 360˚ review of my performance 
as president, so that I can increase my effectiveness in the position. This 
is for my personal benefit and should not be viewed as a substitute for the 
Board’s comprehensive review which should occur towards the end of my 
contract term. 
 
Measurement: The indicators of success will be the completion of the 
review and my use of the advice and recommendations which are 
provided.