It was noted that the Staff report pointed out a concern regarding declining operating funds. Increasing salaries has been a top priority over the past few years, but at the same time operating funds have not been increased and have deteriorated. Lack of supplies or operating budget funds can also be a disincentive for employees and can sometimes be a morale issue. It was questioned whether if there were some other sources to tap for resources with grants or partnerships with businesses such as Intel. It was noted that the University should be actively involved in preparing students for college and for university life.
Students don t seem to be academically prepared or emotionally prepared.
It was also noted that we should look for ways to improve and foster the relationship between faculty and students. An example was provided in offering to pay for a student to take faculty members to lunch. It was noted that development efforts at UNM seem to be fragmented and in competition with each other. It seems like there is a great deal of redundancy. The issue of whether or not UNM should be run like a business was discussed.