IPFW STAFF MEETING.

NOVEMBER 2, 2004

Members Present: F. Andrews, A. Ball, E. Burns, R. Clark, L. Clark, J. Cotton, K. Fisher, J. Florio, S. Florio, C. Francies, M. Fruchey, R. Girardot, R. Granger, T. Heffron, N. Kieffer, S. Knerr, C. Kuzner, B. Miller, N. Nelson, D. Noll, B. Patterson, C. Paul, J. Pechota, R. Perrotte, P. Phillips, M. Pope, A. Renaker, T. Stefankiewicz, J. Tillapaugh, R. Yovich

1. Student-Athlete Services Team:

a. Leslie Clark spoke concerning the grade checks and the trend of SA's ignoring the deadline etc. Leslie proposed a new policy which involves the Coaches collecting all grade checks. The idea promotes a couple of positives, namely, coaches will know the grade and with personal contact with each SA it will offer the opportunity to discuss grades with each SA.

Abbie added that SA's must be held accountable for these grade checks. A deadline for the current grade check is Nov. 10th.

b. Chris Kuzner reported on the SALT group. There have been three meetings thus far. There are a number of issues, letters being written to our Legislators for more funding, a fund raiser being organized with proceeds being given to the Diabetes Association, the Christmas Fund Drive and the adoption of a family and also more involvement in the Big Brother - Big Sister Organization. The thought is to bring the Little Brother, Little Sister to our games a couple of times a month.

2. Royal Dons Event Recap:

Ron expressed his thanks to all who helped make this event a success. Rick reported that the auction total was approximately $1600. Rick also thanked everyone involved. Some positives generated by the event were the opportunity to promote our Gates Center, a chance to get to know our community supporters and the positive feedback from our RD members having the opportunity to meet our SA's. Mark reported that Joan Goldner will take part in forming new ideas for this event for 2005.

3. Men's Basketball Update:

Doug announced that the MBB Team is "off and running." He had a lot of positive comments to make regarding the win over Huntington College the night before. Doug was positive about the strong finish of the game and that it was a big confidence builder for their program.

4. Women's Basketball Update:

Bruce mentioned that WBB has an exhibition game this coming Sat. at 3 pm. He said the scrimmages with the men's team has generated a lot of excitement and has been an attention getter for WBB.

5. National Independent Volleyball Tournament:

Steve Florio reported that they are 19-8 thus far this season with a big game on Nov. 3rd with Valpo. Also, next week they will play six games in three days at the National Independent Tournament. Good Luck to the WVB Team!

Terry S. discussed the Soccer Teams Season. The WS Team finished on a high note beating Moorehead State. However, the MS Team had a disappointing loss to Western Illinois.

Abbie mentioned the death of Becky Tietz's mother. Becky is a soccer player here at IPFW. The funeral for Janelle Tietz will be held on Friday at 1 pm. Along those same lines, Mark asked us to finalize the memorial contributions for Joan Goldman's mother. The envelope for this fund is on the front desk.

6. Homecoming - 11/19 & 11/20:

Brian announced that Homecoming is a full week of activities sponsored by Student Government, Alumni and the Athletic Department. Brian reported that this year will be bigger and better and encourages our participation. As part of Spirit Week, Ron invited all of us to a BBQ to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 16th , in front of the Gates Center. Mark stressed the importance of our participation in Spirit Week as it benefits our Athletic Program.

7. Staff Seating at Coliseum Events:

Ron said staff can receive MBB tickets from Bev or Brian. There will be no pass list at the Coliseum. IPFW staff will be seated on the end line. It was determined that Brian would give each staff member a season ticket package for home games based on eligibility dictated by the NCAA.

8. Press Box / Scorer's Table:

Rudy expressed his intention to keep a light and fun atmosphere in the area around the press box and scorer's table. However, Rudy needs our help in keeping this area a working environment as well, with consideration given to maintaining this area with an atmosphere for good communication.

9. Conference Update:

In review, Mark commented that the Big Sky Conference is considering expansion with Southern Utah making application to that conference. He continues to stay in touch with Mid-
Con Athletic Directors and remains encouraged about our prospect of entering the Mid-Con Conference. Mark believes it is a matter of just waiting this out. Mark will provide more information as it becomes available.

10. Office Christmas Party:

It was with resounding approval that the committee for the Athletic Department Christmas Party be the same as last year. Everyone enjoyed the event last year and approved Bev, Kelley and Ron to plan our 2004 party.

11. United Way:

Mark restated the importance of the Athletic Staff's participation in the United Way Campaign. He noted how proud he was that we started the campus campaign for United Way at Midnight Madness by sponsoring a canned food drive.

12. Issues / Concerns / Questions / Rumors / ETC.

-	The NCAA Peer-Review Team will be here Nov. 8, 9 and 10. Please see the handout for all meetings scheduled.

-	Abbie will be out of the office during the three days of the NCAA Peer- Review. If you need to see her about something, see her prior to Nov. 8th. She will be in Kettler Hall during this review process.

-	The EADA Report has been finalized and approved by Purdue.

-	A random drug test was held last Wednesday. This test ran very smoothly thanks largely to Dan and Judy.

-	Judy T. handed out fliers for a Healthy Holiday Eating event to be held on Nov. 11th from Noon - 1 pm. She also mentioned that the Great American Smoke Out will be held on Nov. 18th .

-	Tim asked that anyone who knows anything about the missing V.I.P. parking passes for the Coliseum to see him.

Mark ended the staff meeting encouraging all of us in the Athletic Department to come together, to continue to work together for the common good of IPFW Athletics. Mark reinforced the attitude that by working as a team we can continue to achieve great things.

The next staff meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 7, 2004 at noon in the RDC Room.