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With a handful of note cards, Stephen F. Austin State University junior nutrition major Leah Wilson sits in a mock hospital room in SFA’s DeWitt School of Nursing’s Ed and Gwen Cole Simulation Lab. In front of her, a high-fidelity mannequin comes to life as Sarah Drake, clinical instructor in SFA’s School of Human Sciences, operates the mannequin in a control room across the hall.

The mannequin is Mr. Anderson, a 50-year-old newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic, who is being discharged from the hospital. As part of her assignment, Wilson, a Kilgore native, acts as the dietitian assigned to educate Anderson on diabetes and discuss healthy alternatives to change his lifestyle.

“The project was cool because we were able to practice talking with a client and get experience,” Wilson said. “I feel like this project helped because it was hands on instead of sitting in a classroom.”

For two days, 37 students in Drake’s nutrition counseling course gained hands-on experience regarding what it’s like to be a dietitian in a hospital setting.

The project was a culmination of techniques discussed and skills learned in class during the semester. Students were allotted five to 10 minutes to meet with the client and were assigned either the scenario involving Anderson or a consultation with a client regarding weight management.

This is the second time Drake has partnered with the School of Nursing to offer the simulation. Prior to entering the simulation lab, students were given information regarding the two scenarios, including the clients’ medical information such as weight and height, lab values, insurance coverage and more.

“We’ve spent the semester talking about how to motivate people and using what motivates them as a catalyst for behavior change. I was looking for the students to use the motivational-interviewing techniques we’ve discussed in class in a simulated environment,” Drake said.

Hunter Titus, a senior from Granbury majoring in food, nutrition and dietetics, said this project helped him gauge how prepared he is to enter the workforce as a dietitian.

“It was challenging, but it was really good for me. It was something I was looking forward to,” Titus said. “It’s something you can’t just learn in the classroom; it’s something you have to do.”

Open Meeting Notice:

Stephen F. Austin State University Board of Regents
Board Meeting and Committee Meetings
Nov. 6 and 7
Austin Building 307

The Board of Regents of Stephen F. Austin State University will convene a two-day board meeting and committee meetings according to the following agenda:

12:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6 CALL TO ORDER IN OPEN SESSION

MEETING OF THE BUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Presentation and Committee Action on Agenda Item 9:

9.Approval of Building and Grounds Policy Revisions

Homer Bryce Stadium and William R. Johnson Coliseum 16.13

Piney Woods Conservation Center 16.21

Report: Current Construction

MEETING OF THE FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE

(This meeting will convene at approximately 12:45 p.m. or following the previous committee.)

Presentation and Committee Action on Agenda Items 10 – 17:

10. Acknowledge Receipt of Audit Services Report

11. Approval of Annual Audit Report

12. Ratification of the Purchase of Republic of Texas Historical Documents

13. Ratification of the 2018-19 Legislative Appropriations Request

14. Grant Awards

15.Course and Lab Fees Deletions

16.Approval of Financial Affairs Policy Revisions

Annual Budget Preparation 3.2

Computer Purchase and Replacement 17.4

Food Purchases 17.6

Gifts, Prizes and Awards 3.18

Working Hours and Holidays 12.2

17. Selection of a Fundraising Consulting Firm

Report: Richards Carlberg

Report: Senate Bill 20 Contract Update

Report: Texas A & M Electricity Contract Update

MEETING OF THE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

(This meeting will convene at approximately 4:15 p.m. or following the previous committee adjournment.)

Presentation and Committee Action on Agenda Items 6 – 8:

6. Intercollegiate Athletic Policies and Procedures Manual Revisions

7. Request for Name Change for Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College ofSciences and Mathematics

8. Approval of Academic and Student Affairs Policy Revisions

Access to Secure Computing Facilities 14.1 (Policy to be deleted)

Appeal Procedure Relating to the Provision of Accommodations for Students with Disabilities 6.6

Authority to Act in the Absence of the President 2.4

Establishing Centers, Institutes and Specialized Testing or Service Laboratories 5.10

Graduate Assistantships 6.12

Graduate Student Advisement 6.13

Professional Educators Council 5.16

Reporting of Abuse, Exploitation or Neglect of Elderly or Disabled Persons 13.18

Stone Fort Museum Collection 5.17

Student Organization Risk Management Training 10.10

Timely Warning 13.22

University Awards Program 12.20

University Closure for Inclement Weather 13.123

EXECUTIVE SESSION

At approximately 4:30 p.m. or immediately following the prior meeting, the board will move to executive session for consideration of the following items:

Deliberations Regarding the Deployment, or Specific Occasions for Implementation, of Security Personnel or Devices. (Texas Government Code, Section 551.076)

Consideration of Individual Personnel Matters Relating to Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Assignment, Duties, Discipline, or Dismissal of an Officer or Employee, including but not limited to the athletic director, the vice presidents and the president (Texas Government Code, Section 551.074)

Consultation with Attorney Regarding Legal Advice or Pending and/or Contemplated Litigation or Settlement Offers, including but not limited to reported complaints, EEOC charges, and Timothy Dugger v. SFASU. (Texas Government Code, Section 551.071)

Estimated adjournment: 5:30 p.m. The board will recess for the evening with no further action expected.

9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 7 RECONVENE BOARD MEETING IN OPEN SESSION

Call to Order

Pledge to the Flags

Invocation

Special Recognitions

Board Action on Agenda Item 1:

1.Approval of Minutes of July 24-26, 2016 and September 10, 2016, Board of RegentsMeetings

Presentation and Board Action on Personnel Items 2 – 5:

2. Faculty Appointments

3. Staff Appointments

4. Changes of Status

5. Retirements

Committee Reports and Board Action:

Academic and Student Affairs Committee (Report and Board Action on Agenda Items 6 – 8):

6. Intercollegiate Athletic Policies and Procedures Manual Revisions

7. Request for Name Change for Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Sciences and Mathematics

8. Approval of Academic and Student Affairs Policy Revisions

Access to Secure Computing Facilities 14.1 (Policy to be deleted)

Appeal Procedure Relating to the Provision of Accommodations for Students with Disabilities 6.6

Authority to Act in the Absence of the President 2.4

Establishing Centers, Institutes and Specialized Testing or Service Laboratories 5.10

Graduate Assistantships 6.12

Graduate Student Advisement 6.13

Professional Educators Council 5.16

Reporting of Abuse, Exploitation or Neglect of Elderly or Disabled Persons 13.18

Stone Fort Museum Collection 5.17

Student Organization Risk Management Training 10.10

Timely Warning 13.225

University Awards Program 12.20

University Closure for Inclement Weather 13.12

Building and Grounds Committee (Report and Board Action on Agenda Item 9):

9. Approval of Building and Grounds Policy Revisions

Homer Bryce Stadium and William R. Johnson Coliseum 16.13

Piney Woods Conservation Center 16.21

Finance and Audit Committee (Report and Board Action on Agenda Items 10 – 17):

10. Acknowledge Receipt of Audit Services Report

11. Approval of Annual Audit Report

12. Ratification of the Purchase of Republic of Texas Historical Documents

13. Ratification of the 2018-19 Legislative Appropriations Request

14. Grant Awards

15. Course and Lab Fees Deletions

16. Approval of Financial Affairs Policy Revisions

Annual Budget Preparation 3.2

Computer Purchase and Replacement 17.4

Food Purchases 17.6

Gifts, Prizes and Awards 3.18

Working Hours and Holidays 12.2

17. Selection of a Fundraising Consulting Firm

Reports:

President

– Upcoming Dates

– STEM Building Groundbreaking Ceremony

– Nacogdoches Downtown Christmas Parade – 300th Anniversary

– SFA Gala

– Fall Commencement

– 85th Legislative Session

Faculty Senate

– Introductions

– 2016-17 Policy Revision Process

– Cut to Faculty Professional Development Funding

– Other Senate Business

Student Government Association: Update on SGA Goals and Accomplishments

– Sponsorship of Bus to Transport Students to Polls

– Sponsorship of Burnshirt for Homecoming Bonfire Tradition

– Leadership Conference

– Recruitment and Outreach

– Austin Retreat

Appointment of Nominating Committee for Board Officers 2017-2018

ESTIMATED ADJOURNMENT OF BOARD MEETING approximately 10:30 a.m.

Where appropriate and permitted by law, Executive Sessions may be held for the above listed subjects (Section 551.071). Possible action may be taken in Open Session on matters considered in Executive Session. Further details regarding the posted agenda are available for public review in the Office of the Board of Regents, Austin Building 308, Telephone (936) 468-4048.