Suggestion: 947

Subject: Shuttle Van

Forwarded to: Provost

My suggestion is that the university explore running a shuttle van between UHV, UHSSL, and UHCR daily, perhaps running the round trip two or three times daily. I think a 15 passenger van could be leased, and a driver could be independently contracted. Many faculty members and staff could use this transportation. The van could also transport the intercampus mail and packages, as well a tranport lab and IT equipment. Right now the mail is sent by daily UPS and large vehicles are rented for transporting equipment. Signage on the van would be a "rolling billboard" to increase university visibility in the area. The van could be utilized for special events such as commencement.

I believe this would result in a cost savings to the university. This idea was brought to me by a faculty member. The faculty and staff could be poled to obtain their acceptance or rejection of the idea.

Suggestion: 948

Subject: Web CT

Forwarded to: IT Director

Why was the WebCT maintenance schedule changed? I was planning on taking advantage of the next couple of days to get some work done in my course before the holidays. The maintenance was moved up 5 days and we were given very little notice. The maintenance announcement was not changed and nothing was on the university WebCT pages. How about more forewarning next time.

Suggestion: 949

Subject (1) Summer Commencement

Forwarded to: Director of Community Relations

I have two questions/suggestions. Is there any way possible for UHV to have summer graduation ceremonies? I would like to participate in graduation, but hate to walk after the fact. Next, I have read the long range plans for UHV and see that if there is an interest in an EdD that the school may be able to start a cohort. I would like to express my interest in this degree plan.

Response (1): Thank you for your comment and interest in UHV's graduation ceremonies. Historically, the university has held one commencement ceremony per year until 1995 when a second ceremony was created to accommodate the increased number of yearly graduates. With our current available resources, a third summer ceremony is not feasible at this time. As university enrollment grows, a summer ceremony may be possible in the future. We do however appreciate your interest and please be assured we will continue to assess the possibility.

Response (2): Thank you for your interest in an Ed.D. program. The School of Education and Human Development is considering the possible addition of this program, but its development and implementation is at least 2-3 years away. We are presently examining several possible program options and the needs of the region we serve, as well as the resources needed to establish and sustain the program.

Suggestion: 951

Subject: Basketball and Football Program

Forwarded to: Athletic Director

UVH should have a basketball and football program next year,the team would be really good seeing that we have an exceptional sports program at the high schools. i also have three relatives that are praying that you will have a sports program because they want to move to victoria from sheffield alabama and play basketball.

Response: Thank you for your question and interest in our athletic program. In determining the sports offered at UHV we look at those that are played in the NAIA in the region and at available facilities. Therefore it is highly unlikely that football or basketball will be offered in the near future. Again, thank you for your interest and suggestions and I hope to see you at a UHV baseball game next spring or other event in the future.