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Show A5 NEWS NEW VP'S • From Al "We feel extremely fortunate to welcome Marc and his extensive background in fundraising and development to UVU," said President Holland. "He brings a new level of sophistication and a proven track record of success to one of UVU's administrative imperatives: securing more private resources. This will be key for UVU to reach its remarkable potential as a university, and I am confident that Marc will play a vital role in helping us do just that." On August 1, Archambault will take over the responsibilities for fundraising and alumni relations formerly held by Hale. On June 13, Ian Wilson recommenced his duties as Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, a position previously held by Elizabeth Hitch. During the 2010-2011 academic year, Wilson will act as VP of Academic Affairs until administration hires a permanent replacement Wilson has provided extensive service as VP of Advancement and from 1989 to 2001 as Dean of the Woodbury School of Business. "Ian Wilson is held in very high regard campus wide," said President Holland. "The fact that he continues to be pegged for significant positions of leadership, in spite of his best attempts to return to the classroom, is evidence of his unusual combination of personal modesty and stellar abilities.'1 Professors aren't getting enough By DAKOTA TRUMBO News Writer According,to the American Association of University Professors, the current average salary for a college professor in the Mountain West region ranges from $53,259 to $106,521 a year. According to StateUniversity.com, the average fulltime faculty salary at UVU is $55,576. During these strenuous economic times, education has taken a big hit. Massive budget cuts are negatively affecting many of our favorite professors. The salaries earned by professors here do not reflect their high level of education, which leaves many dissatisfied with their current pay. "We get paid nothing. 1 get paid half of what they paid me 19 years ago when I Summer assistance now available \ By EMILY MARIA SMITH News Writer For the first time, students will be eligible to receive financial aid awards while attending one or both was a public school teacher," the teaching salaries here are summer blocks. This is not said math professor Robert below the regional average the only summer it will be Williams. due to recent changes. As available either. "We've known for a The professors at UVU the former vocational school couple years it was coming, are distinctly educated men became a university, the dewe just didn't know when," and women, including many mand for teachers increased. said Angela Perkins, assiswho have been teaching for "The issue is that we are over 30 years. Several pro- going through a salary com- tant director offinancialaid fessors even have a master's pression," Perkins said. "The counseling. "Most students or doctorate degree in two state doesn't have enough would receive just enough to help with fall and spring, or more subjects. money to give us funds." According to Tom Many would beg the but now there is additional Perkins, a physical question of why these profes- Pell Grant money available education professor. sors continue to teach if they for the summer as well." The university receives are not getting paid what money from the governthey are worth. "This job is not ment to distribute to stuso great finan- dents who need assistance cially. I would paying for college in the fall love to get and spring, but will finally paid more, be able to make those funds but I teach available to students taking because I classes during the summer. Students will continue love doto be able to seek financial ing it," said Grant Richard, a science pro-; fessor. Richard's sentiment is echoed by many other professors, yet they continue to hope j that education willl someday gain greater; funding. aid awards in the from here on out. An enrollment up 79 for Fall 2010, is going to be a many students. Most students gible for some sort &tf cial assistance whetlie-cltfej work study, student k scholarships. There a various other y p j ^ available to students', THOS^ of which are determinettb^ family income and thejjQpt of tuition. Federal gjrantS4te! awards that students dp"J have to pay back. common grants SEOG and LEAP; are all funded by federal programs, To find out more infcit-; mation or to ascertain'.idfi gibility, visit Financiall/flu & Scholarships onlia.ec*& www.UVU.edu/Financjtil~;; Aid or visit the deparfrrig^ on campus in BA 105v > > : UVU BOOKSTORE (801)863-8641 TOLL FREE (866)507-5253 wwwoivu.edu/bookttore Your Campus. Your Needs. Your Store Elizabeth Hitch makes a big move, from Interim President and VP of academic affairs here, to the Utah System of Higher Education, as their new Associate Commissioner. Bitter Sweet Changes By ANDREA LINDGREN News Editor '1 5 Buy a Mac for o [liege/ * and get a free j bd touch." Take your ed ion to another le\ Get a free iPod touch after mail-in rebate.* Visit wwvv.apple.com/canipusoflfer to teammore. ;r 44.900 r L Last week was interim president and vice president of academic affairs, Elizabeth Hitch's final one before moving to her new post as associate commissioner of the Utah System of Higher Education. "The opportunity to work at the state level of key higher education issues was one I just could not pass up," Hitch said. Hitch's new position will require her to be responsible for the oversight of programs like degree approval and accountability, accreditation and special program initiatives. As well as enhancing programs through special initiatives in areas including, libraries, nursing, teacher education and engineering. Though it is somewhat of a bitter sweet change, Hitch looks back at her experience here with fondness. "The people are what make UVU the special place it is and it has been wonderful to work with the faculty, staff and students who are part of this new university," Hitch said. During Hitch's time hert she has been instrumental in helping move the university forward as well as assist directing the school through grueling financial tiffins. Hitch has also been a key player, under President Holland's leadership, in working within the limitations'of budget cuts to acquire the necessary funds for the new Science Building. "I was pleased to serve as part of a leadership team when I was interim president that managed to navigate a significant budget cut without damaging our mission and vision," Hitch said: Though Hitch says she will remain fair and inclusive in her new post, she understands the important role UVU plays in this state: In 'her new post, her mission will be to create a strong higher education system, that will be able to satisfy the needs of Utahns. : •' Hitch will be missed here at UVU, and only the best wishes are conveyed as she embarks on a new journey. "Liz Hitch loves UVU1, I think it's hard for her to leave, I think UVU will always hold a special place-in her heart. But she's also • a very fair minded individual, while I don't think she Will do anything inappropriateor unfair, I do not think it will be*a bad thing to have-Liz Hitch in the commissioner:s office," Holland sam* • .-._. |