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Mr. Phelps noted that some of the student leaders met with Dr. Jackson, and she is very excited about the position. He said that she is a very honest person, and he expects to see some change very quickly.
G. University Research Professorships (PR 4)
President Todd said that PR 4 recognizes some of the university's top research professors who are helping the university meet the goals that the state has set. They have done a spectacular job, and it is a credit to them to be selected for this recognition. He asked Provost Subbaswamy to introduce the professors.
Provost Subbaswamy said he was pleased to recognize the winners of the University Research Professorships for the next year. They are outstanding researchers and faculty members. They are teachers and good citizens of the university. He recommended that Professor John Anthony of the Department of Chemistry, Professor Jonathan Glixon of the School of Music, Professor James Griffioen of the Department of Computer Science in the College of Engineering, and Professor Craig Rush of the Department of Behavioral Science be named University Research Professors for 2008-09. He recognized Dr. Rush's wife Barbara who was in the audience. The professors received a round of applause from the Board.
Provost Subbaswamy also recognized Dr. Michael Speaks, dean of the College of Design, who was unable to attend the last Board meeting. He asked Dr. Speaks to stand and be recognized. Dr. Speaks received a round of applause.
Ms. Ball asked for a motion of approval for PR 4. Mr. Branscum moved approval. His motion was seconded by Mr. Williams and carried without dissent. (See PR 4 at the end of the Minutes.)
H. Appointment to Board of Directors University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation, Inc. (PR 5)
President Todd said that PR 5 recommends the appointment of Lucy Young Hamilton to the Board of Directors of the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation for a four-year term ending in December 2012. He noted that Ms. Hamilton previously served on the Board of Directors of the Gluck Equine Research Foundation. Mr. Shoop moved approval. Mr. Dawson seconded the motion, and it carried without dissent. (See PR 5 at the end of the Minutes.)