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Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy


Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:42 PM

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NDSU Statement.pdf;

Chancellor and SBHE MembersAfter further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial understanding of the
situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their process was
flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further study. If and when a new
plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including myself (none of which had taken place in
advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU
is in the process of issuing the attached press release.
If anyone has any questions let's please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBl!R OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Chris Wilson
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Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:10 PM
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North Dakota State University President Dean L. Bresciani today directed the athletics department to
rescind media guidelines issued last Friday.
President Bresciani was not informed in advance of the release of the guidelines. "I was profoundly
disappointed when I learned the facts about this issue. This is not the way NDSU treats local
journalists and our many loyal fans who value the breadth of news coverage NDSU enjoys. As the
state's land grant university, our commitment is to access and inclusion in all endeavors."
Athletic Director Matt Larsen has apologized for the impact on the institution. "I erred in not bringing
these ideas forward for the president's review, and I regret the damage this has caused to the
administration, institution and university community," Larsen said.
Larsen will be contacting media outlets to ensure working journalists are welcome and appreciated at
athletic events and on the NDSU campus.
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Re: Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy


Hagerott, Mark <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Tue 8/2/2016 5:40 PM

To:Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>;

Thanks Dean for the update. Best. Mark

Mark R. Hagerott, Ph.D.


Chancellor
NORTH DAKOTA
University System

mark.hagerott@ndus.edu

Sent from iPhone. Please forgive any typos or spelling errors.

On Aug 2, 2016, at 12:42 PM, Dean Bresciani

wrote:

Chancellor and SBHE Members-

After further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial
understanding of the situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their
process was flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further
study. If and when a new plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including
myself (none of which had taken place in advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is
in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU is in the process of issuing the attached press
release.
If anyone has any questions let's please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THI! 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

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<NDSU Statement.pdf>

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RE: Thank you! - Dean Bresciani

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RE: Thank you!


Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 2:46 PM

To:Neil Gudmestad <neil.gudmestad@ndsu.edu>;

;-)

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-----Original Message----From: Neil Gudmestad
Sent Tuesday, August 02, 2016 2:23 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Thank you!
Finally a sane mind, one who gets it, comes through and does the right thing. Thank you!
http://www.inforum.com/sports/4086320-ndsu-rescinds-restrictions-media-access-bison-athletics
Neil
Sent from my iPhone

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FW: NDSU Statement


Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:12 PM

To:Stephanie Wawers <stephanie.wawers@ndsu.edu>;

Here's the attachment.

From: Laura McDaniel


Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:10 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc: Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>
Subject: FW: NDSU Statement

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North Dakota State University President Dean L. Bresciani today directed the athletics department to
rescind media guidelines issued last Friday.
President Bresciani was not informed in advance of the release of the guidelines. "I was profoundly
disappointed when I learned the facts about this issue. This is not the way NDSU treats local
journalists and our many loyal fans who value the breadth of news coverage NDSU enjoys. As the
state's land grant university, our commitment is to access and inclusion in all endeavors."
Athletic Director Matt Larsen has apologized for the impact on the institution. "I erred in not bringing
these ideas forward for the president's review, and I regret the damage this has caused to the
administration, institution and university community," Larsen said.
Larsen will be contacting media outlets to ensure working journalists are welcome and appreciated at
athletic events and on the NDSU campus.
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Re: : Failing the State of North Dakota and N DSU Fans, Students and
Alumni
Hagerott, Mark <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Sun 7/31/2016 6:52 PM

To:Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>;

Ok. Thanks much.


Mark

Mark R. Hagerott, Ph.D.

Chancellor
NORTH DAKOTA

University System

mark.hagerott@ndus.edu
Sent from iPhone. Please forgive any typos or spelling errors.

On Jul 31, 2016, at 5:49 PM, Dean Bresciani

wrote:

ChancellorI did not include it given the 'rant' nature, and that you'd been copied. But please see it below.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Anthony Meyer


Date: Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:23 PM
To: Jeremy Jorgenson <Leremv.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>, Chris
Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>, "ndsu presidents.office" <ndsu.presidents.office@ndsu.edu>,
ndsu provost <ndsu.provost@ndsu.edu>
Cc: "mark. hagerott@nd us.ed u" <mark. hagerott@nd us.ed u>
Subject: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Dear President and Provost,
I am a proud graduate of North Dakota State University. Please know that I, like many, am deeply concerned
with -and disappointed by- conduct within the Athletic department.
Limiting media coverage and degrading the fan experience will not be tolerated at NDSU. Please heed my
warning and take action. Relieve Jeremy Jorgenson and Matthew Larsen from their duties at NDSU.
Please review our core values under the headings People, Culture and Accountability:
We derive strength and vitality from each other and from the diverse communities we serve. ??We envision an
academic and social environment that is conducive to intellectual and personal development by promoting the
safety and welfare of all members of the university community. ??We promote excellence through individuals
participating in decisions and value cooperation for the common good.
We will be the land-grant university that we want to be by welcoming and respecting differences in people and
ideas. ??We support the goals of the North Dakota University System and value collaboration with colleges and
universities around the world.??We foster accessibility to our programs and services.
We have a special relationship with, and are accountable to, the people of North Dakota. ??We actively strive to
contribute to our region's economic prosperity and to improve the quality of life.
Ask yourself; are the actions of Matthew Larsen and Jeremy Jorgenson consistent with these expectations?
Please consider my recommendation.
Thank you for your time.
Extremely Concerned Alumni,
Anthony Meyer

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Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:37 PM
To: Dean Bresciani
Subject: Re:: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Dean
Do you have attachment? It seemed to have dropped off. Thanks. Mark.

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Mark R. Hagerott, Ph.D.


Chancellor
NORTH DAKOTA
University System

mark. hagerott@nd us.ed u


Sent from iPhone. Please forgive any typos or spelling errors.

On Jul 31, 2016, at 5:24 PM, Dean Bresciani

wrote:

AllI would strong encourage that responses to this and any similar email contact come only from
the NDSU Director of Athletics. For even me to dip down to this level of discourse would in
my experience be ill-advised. You will open a door of unimaginable proportions if individuals
like this receive a response.
That said, please know I fully support and agree with the business decision made regarding
the matter, and consider those who made it to be some of the most expert and profession
I've worked with in my 30+ year career in higher education, which has included experiences
at some of the biggest NCAA D-1 universities in the nation {University of Arizona, University of
North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Texas A&M University).

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE! 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Re: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and
Alumni
Matt Larsen
Sun 7/31/2016 5:26 PM
To:Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>;
cc:Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu >;

Perfect. Thanks Dean!!


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985

I'm happy to have you respond to him. That's more than his input warrants. To those copied, I'll offer my
own succinct reaction, and copy you.

D
From: Matt Larsen
Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:14 PM
To: Dean Bresciani
Chris Wilson
Subject: FW: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Not sure if you both have read this e-mail as of yet. I am more than happy to respond if you would like. Let me
know your thoughts.
Thanks,

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
w 701-231-8985

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From: Anthony Meyer


Date: Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:23 PM
To: Jeremy Jorgenson

Wilson

Subject: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni

Dear President and Provost,


I am a proud graduate of North Dakota State University. Please know that I, like many, am deeply concerned
with -and disappointed by- conduct within the Athletic department.
Limiting media coverage and degrading the fan experience will not be tolerated at NDSU. Please heed my
warning and take action. Relieve Jeremy Jorgenson and Matthew Larsen from their duties at NDSU.
Please review our core values under the headings People, Culture and Accountability:
We derive strength and vitality from each other and from the diverse communities we serve. ??We envision an
academic and social environment that is conducive to intellectual and personal development by promoting the
safety and welfare of all members of the university community. ??We promote excellence through individuals
participating in decisions and value cooperation for the common good.
We will be the land-grant university that we want to be by welcoming and respecting differences in people and
ideas. ??We support the goals of the North Dakota University System and value collaboration with colleges and
universities around the world. ??We foster accessibility to our programs and services.
We have a special relationship with, and are accountable to, the people of North Dakota. ??We actively strive to
contribute to our region's economic prosperity and to improve the quality of life.
Ask yourself; are the actions of Matthew Larsen and Jeremy Jorgenson consistent with these expectations?
Please consider my recommendation.
Thank you for your time.
Extremely Concerned Alumni,
Anthony Meyer

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Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached


Dean Bresciani
Sat 7/30/2016 10:18 PM
To: Mark

Hagerott <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu >;

4 attachments (350 KB)


Media Guidelines Statement.pdf; ATT00001.htm; 2016-17 NDSU Media and Event Guidelines.pdf; ATT00002.htm;

FYI
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
Sent from handhe/d

---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>


Date: Jul 30, 2016 5:56 PM
Subject Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>,Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Cc:
Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985

Begin forwarded message:

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"Jeremy Jorgenson" -~~~~~~~~'"~""'
Subject: Media guidelines and statement attached

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Dean Bresciani
Sat 7/30/2016 6:30 PM

To:Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>;

Thanks.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresci(lni@ndsu.edu

Sent from handhe/d

On Jul 30, 2016 4:56 PM, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu> wrote:


Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985

Begin forwarded message:

"Todd Phelps"
"Jeremy Jorgenson" -~~~~~~~~~~

"Troy Goergen"

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Sat 7/30/2016 10:08 PM
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To:Kathy Hawken <

4 attachments (350 KB)


Media Guidelines Statement.pdf; ATT00001.htm; 2016-17 NDSU Media and Event Guidelines.pdf; ATT00002.htm;

Keep in mind ... the hype was started by the low bidder. In fact, the bid was a joke . Their attitude was why pay for the milk when ...
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edy
Sent from handheld

---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>


Date: Jul 30, 2016 5:56 PM
Subject: Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>,Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Cc:
Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985

Begin forwarded message:

"Todd Phelps"
"Jeremy Jorgenson"

"Troy Goergen"

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Dean Bresciani
Sat 7/30/2016 9:40 PM

To:John Glover <john@ndsualumni.com>;

4 attachments (350 KB)


Media Guidelines Statement.pdf; ATT00001.htm; 2016-17 NDSU Media and Event Guidelines.pdf; ATT00002.htm;

Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu

Sent from handhe/d

---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>


Date: Jul 30, 2016 5:56 PM
Subject: Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> ,Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Cc:
Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985

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"Todd Phelps"
"Jeremy Jorgenson" -~~~~~~~~="""
Subject: Media guidelines and statement attached

"Troy Goergen"

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Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:16 PM
To: La Donna DeGeldere <ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu >;

1 attachment (105 KB)


FW: NDSU Statement;

Chancellor and SBHE MembersAfter further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial understanding of the
situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their process was
flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further study. If and when a new
plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including myself (none of which had taken place in
advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU
is in the process of issuing the attached press release.
If anyone has any questions lets please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE! 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy


Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:11 PM

To:Stephanie Wawers <stephanie.wawers@ndsu.edu>;

StephaniePlease hold off on sending this until I forward you the attachment. Then please forward (with the attachment) to the
Chancellor and all Board Members; note the UND student has been replaced by an NDSU student.
Thanks

Chancellor and SBHE MembersAfter further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial understanding of the
situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their process was
flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further study. If and when a new
plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including myself (none of which had taken place in
advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU
is in the process of issuing the attached press release.
If anyone has any questions lets please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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LaDonna DeGeldere
Tue 8/2/2016 12:29 PM
To:Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>;

1 attachment (107 KB)


FW: NDSU Statement;

From: La Donna DeGeldere On Behalf Of Dean Bresciani


Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:24 PM
To: LaDonna DeGeldere <ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy
Chancellor and SBHE MembersAfter further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial understanding of the
situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their process was
flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further study. If and when a new
plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including myself (none of which had taken place in
advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU
is in the process of issuing the attached press release.
If anyone has any questions lets please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:12 PM

To:Stephanie Wawers <stephanie.wawers@ndsu.edu >;

Here's the attachment.

From: Laura McDaniel


Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:10 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc: Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>
Subject: FW: NDSU Statement

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North Dakota State University President Dean L. Bresciani today directed the athletics department to
rescind media guidelines issued last Friday.
President Bresciani was not informed in advance of the release of the guidelines. "I was profoundly
disappointed when I learned the facts about this issue. This is not the way NDSU treats local
journalists and our many loyal fans who value the breadth of news coverage NDSU enjoys. As the
state's land grant university, our commitment is to access and inclusion in all endeavors."
Athletic Director Matt Larsen has apologized for the impact on the institution. "I erred in not bringing
these ideas forward for the president's review, and I regret the damage this has caused to the
administration, institution and university community," Larsen said.
Larsen will be contacting media outlets to ensure working journalists are welcome and appreciated at
athletic events and on the NDSU campus.
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Clarification of Expectations
Dean Bresciani
Tue 8/2/2016 12:12 PM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu >;

MattAlthough we've discussed the current concern to exhaustion, and in particular the principles on which my concerns are
based, I thought it best to formally confirm the expectations we discussed so as to avoid something like the current
situation being repeated in the future.
1)

As Athletic Department policies with any public and/or reputational implications for the Athletic Department,
NDSU or related agencies or affiliates are developed and readied for announcement and implementation, they
will be vetted with relevant campus/campus community constituencies, and in particular the Office of the
President.

2)

You and I will continue to meet in person, on a regular and frequent basis, so that I remain up to speed on
Athletic Department activities, plans, and initiatives planned or underway.

3)

We will continue to evaluate and always assure that you and I remain in agreement regarding the role, impact,
and integration of the Athletic Department's activities and programs are a complimentary part of the vibrant
campus and external campus community we enjoy.

Thank you for your welcome and openness to the above. Your expressed good intentions toward the best interests of
NDSU has been greatly appreciated and is a compliment to your professionalism.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE! 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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RE: : Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and
Alumni
Dean Bresciani
Sun 7/31/2016 5:49 PM

To:Jeremy Jorgenson <jeremyjorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>;

You have and will continue to have my FULL support.


Dean

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-B050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Jeremy Jorgenson


Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:37 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: : Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni

Thanks so much for the note!!


Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 31, 2016, at 5:24 PM, Dean Bresciani

wrote:

All-

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I would strong encourage that responses to this and any similar email contact come only from the NDSU
Director of Athletics. For even me to dip down to this level of discourse would in my experience be illadvised. You will open a door of unimaginable proportions if individuals like this receive a response.
That said, please know I fully support and agree with the business decision made regarding the matter, and
consider those who made it to be some of the most expert and profession I've worked with in my 30+ year
career in higher education, which has included experiences at some of the biggest NCAA D-1 universities in
the nation (University of Arizona, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Texas A&M University).

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-050
Office 701 .231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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and Alumni
Dean Bresciani
Sun 7/31/2016 5:30 PM
To:John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>; Steve Swiontek <SteveSwiontek@gatecitybank.com>; John Erickson
<john@erickson4.onmicrosoft.com >;

Per an email calling for our AD and his Associate AD to be fired ...

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBl!R OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-BOSO
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Dean Bresciani


Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:25 PM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>; Jeremy Jorgenson <jeremy.jorgenson.l@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson
<christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; Beth Ingram <beth.ingram@ndsu.edu>; Mark Hagerott (mark.hagerott@ndus.edu)
<mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Cc: Stephanie Wawers <stephanie.wawers@ndsu.edu>; LaDonna DeGeldere <ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu>
Subject: RE: : Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
AllI would strong encourage that responses to this and any similar email contact come only from the NDSU Director of
Athletics. For even me to dip down to this level of discourse would in my experience be ill-advised. You will open a door
of unimaginable proportions if individuals like this receive a response.

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That said, please know I fully support and agree with the business decision made regarding the matter, and consider
those who made it to be some of the most expert and profession I've worked with in my 30+ year career in higher
education, which has included experiences at some of the biggest NCAA D-1 universities in the nation (University of
Arizona, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Texas A&M University).

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NOR.TH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER OF THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTl!M

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Stephanie Wawers
From:

Sent:
To:

Subject:

Wakeford, Andrew <Andrew.Wakeford@ndus.edu>


Wednesday, August 03, 2016 9:24 AM
Dean Bresciani
RE: Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy

President Bresciani,
Thank you for your recent decision to rescind the athletic department's new media policy. I commend your action.
Regards,
Andy Wakeford
SBHE Staff Adviser

From: Dean Bresciani [mailto:dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu]


Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:43 PM
To: Neset, Kathleen <k.neset@ndus.edu>; Morton, Don <don.morton@ndus.edu>; Reichert, Kari
<kari.reichert@ndus.edu>; Melicher, Kevin <kevin.melicher@ndus.edu>; Ness, Mike <michael.ness@ndus.edu>; Hacker,
Nicholas <nicholas.hacker@ndus.edu>; Stemen, Greg <greg.stemen@ndus.edu>; Evans, Nick <Nick.Evans@ndus.edu>;
Wakeford, Andrew <Andrew.Wakeford@ndus.edu>; Pijning, Ernst <Ernst.Pijningl@ndus.edu>; Hagerott, Mark
<mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Subject: Proposed NDSU Athletic Department Media Policy
Chancellor and SBHE MembersAfter further study over the past two days, I've learned much more about this matter. My initial understanding of the
situation, as it was described to me, was not accurate.
Although I grasp the direction and ultimate goals of our Athletic Department regarding this matter, their process was
flawed to a level that requires an immediate revocation of the media policy pending further study. If and when a new
plan is created, it will be fully vetted with the University community including myself (none of which had taken place in
advance of announcing the media policy). The Athletic Director is in full agreement with the above path forward. NDSU
is in the process of issuing the attached press release.
If anyone has any questions let's please talk in person at your convenience.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY


MEMBER Of THE 11 CAMPUS NORTH DAKOTA UNIVERSITY SYSTEM

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231. 7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Automatic reply: Time for Delta to Kick It Up a Notch
Monday, July 25, 2016 2:57:11 PM

Thank you for your email. I will be out of the office until Monday, August 1st. I will be checking
email periodically but if you need immediate assistance please contact Linda Gangelhoff at
701-231-5614 or linda.gangelhoff@ndsu.edu.I
Thanks and Go Bison!!

From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani; Bruce Bollinger
Pat Fredrickson; Joshua Hemingway; Todd Phelps
Department of Athletics - Potential Budget Reduction Plan
Tuesday, June 7, 2016 10:25:05 AM
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Department of Athletics - Proposed Budget Reduction.docx

Dean/Bruce,
Per my conversations with each of you, please see the attached DRAFT budget reduction plan for Athletics.
Please review and let me know if you have any recommendations or adjustments and then I can finalize.
Thanks,

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>


Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 3:45 PM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>, Timothy Alvarez <timothy.alvarez@ndsu.edu>
Subject: RE: cuts
Per my previous email a few minutes ago, an additional improvement to your list.

Please indicate what the impact will be of the cut. In student affairs case, e.g. processing of student
requests will be slowed, less students will be able to use the service, etc. For athletics, deferred
maintenance will accumulate, equipment normally replaced on a standard timeline will be used past
its intended lifespan, ticket processing will be slowed, etc.

Thanks

Dean

From: Dean Bresciani


Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 3:36 PM

To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>; Timothy Alvarez <timothy.alvarez@ndsu.edu>


Subject: cuts

Guys
As I mentioned, Ill need an itemized list of what you would propose your cuts are leading to a 15%
savings of appropriated dollars at the levels we discussed. The list needs to be down to the level of
position category but not someones title or name. For the times falling in the 10-15% range please
put them in your priority order so that if we dont have to do a full 15% (or have any discretion on
where to draw the line), we can do so in an informed manner.

NDSU needs to assemble all these (for all divisions of the campus) in mid-June, so the need to
hammer it out is pretty immediate. If you can get it done in a week Ill buy you a beer but at most it
must be done in two weeks; sorry for the short timeline.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Linda Gangelhoff; Todd Phelps
Exemption Approval Request - Women"s Basketball
Friday, July 22, 2016 11:28:15 AM

Dean,
Per our conversation, I am requesting an hiring exemption request for the recent vacancy created by
Kachine Alexander's departure from the women's basketball staff. This is magnified by the current search
we have in process to replace Patrick Harrison. Given the critical recruiting period the next month
forwomens basketball and the beginning of school quickly approachingwe are requesting an exemption
from the normal HR procedures in posting this position.
Please let me know if you need any additional information. Thanks for your consideration.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept. 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
www.GoBison.com

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani; Chris Wilson
FW: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:14:29 PM

Not sure if you both have read this e-mail as of yet. I am more than happy to respond if you would like. Let
me know your thoughts.
Thanks,

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Anthony Meyer <


Date: Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:23 PM
To: Jeremy Jorgenson <jeremy.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>,
Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>, "ndsu presidents.office"
<ndsu.presidents.office@ndsu.edu>, ndsu provost <ndsu.provost@ndsu.edu>
Cc: "mark.hagerott@ndus.edu" <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Subject: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Dear President and Provost,
I am a proud graduate of North Dakota State University. Please know that I, like many, am deeply concerned
with -and disappointed by- conduct within the Athletic department.
Limiting media coverage and degrading the fan experience will not be tolerated at NDSU. Please heed my
warning and take action. Relieve Jeremy Jorgenson and Matthew Larsen from their duties at NDSU.
Please review our core values under the headings People, Culture and Accountability:
We derive strength and vitality from each other and from the diverse communities we serve.??We envision
an academic and social environment that is conducive to intellectual and personal development by
promoting the safety and welfare of all members of the university community.??We promote excellence
through individuals participating in decisions and value cooperation for the common good.
We will be the land-grant university that we want to be by welcoming and respecting differences in people
and ideas.??We support the goals of the North Dakota University System and value collaboration with
colleges and universities around the world.??We foster accessibility to our programs and services.

We have a special relationship with, and are accountable to, the people of North Dakota.??We actively
strive to contribute to our region's economic prosperity and to improve the quality of life.
Ask yourself; are the actions of Matthew Larsen and Jeremy Jorgenson consistent with these expectations?
Please consider my recommendation.
Thank you for your time.
Extremely Concerned Alumni,
Anthony Meyer

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani; Chris Wilson
Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached
Saturday, July 30, 2016 5:56:24 PM
Media Guidelines Statement.pdf
ATT00001.htm
2016-17 NDSU Media and Event Guidelines.pdf
ATT00002.htm

Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Ryan Perreault" <ryan.perreault@ndsu.edu>
To: "Matt Larsen" <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>, "Todd Phelps"
<todd.phelps@ndsu.edu>, "Troy Goergen" <troy.m.goergen@ndsu.edu>,
"Jeremy Jorgenson" <jeremy.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Media guidelines and statement attached

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Re: Bison Idea
Saturday, July 30, 2016 8:24:25 AM

Yes. I will share with Justin and Troy.


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jul 30, 2016, at 8:22 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
...gets it away from a beer theme (six pack) ?
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
Sent from handheld

---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Jim Roers <jroers@roers.com>


Date: Jul 30, 2016 8:08 AM
Subject: Fwd: Bison Idea
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc:
This is something my granddaughter though you should think about!!
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From: Olivia Jones <
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Date: July 27, 2016 at 5:15:08 PM CDT
To: <jroers@roers.com>
Subject: Bison Idea
I thought of an idea for a T-Shirt slogan for Bison Football
championship shirts that you can tell Mr. Brichauni or the person

running NDSU when it's time for the football championship. "In
the Mix for Six"
Similar to the "Drive for Five" T-Shirts I saw last year.
Olivia

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Matt Larsen
Mark Weber; Troy Goergen; Bruce Bollinger; Dean Bresciani
Re: bison logo
Friday, June 10, 2016 10:53:14 AM

Mark,
Looks great. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to my first meal with Bison pasta!!
Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept. 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
www.GoBison.com
From: Mark Weber
Sent: Thursday, June 9, 2016 1:22:59 PM
To: Matt Larsen; Troy Goergen; Bruce Bollinger; Dean Bresciani
Subject: FW: bison logo

Hello everybody, how is this for a beautiful Bison die to make Bison pasta!!! They are shipping it to
the NCI very soon. Mark Weber

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Matt Larsen
Chris Wilson; Bruce Bollinger; Dean Bresciani
Laura McDaniel
Re: DRAFT invitation for your comment
Friday, July 22, 2016 11:23:04 AM
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Good call Chris. Other than that catch, I am good with the draft.
Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept. 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
www.GoBison.com
From: Chris Wilson
Sent: Friday, July 22, 2016 10:33:43 AM
To: Bruce Bollinger; Dean Bresciani
Cc: Laura McDaniel; Matt Larsen
Subject: RE: DRAFT invitation for your comment
Might want to add a sentence that it was all donations, not state funding.

CHRISTOPHER S. WILSON
Chief of Staff / Office of the President

NDSU Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050 / Fargo, ND 58108-6050


p: 701.231.6409 / f: 701.231.8722
www.ndsu.edu

From: Bruce Bollinger


Sent: Friday, July 22, 2016 10:26 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc: Laura McDaniel <laura.mcdaniel@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>;

Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>


Subject: Re: DRAFT invitation for your comment

Sounds good to me.


On Jul 22, 2016, at 8:19 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Chair Neset and Chancellor HagerottI would like to invite the SBHE to hold their Oct. 27 meeting in Fargo. On that
day we will be holding the Grand Opening dedication event for NDSU's Sanford
Health Athletic Complex. As you may know, when completed, the Complex will
represent the largest collection of proximal athletic facilities not only in the state
but region. The economic implications for North Dakota are significant.
Given the statewide asset which the Complex represents, I anticipate attendees
will include a large number of state business leaders, federal and state legislators,
and an otherwise notable list of attendees. Having the SBHE members there
would be an honor for us, and I believe it would also offer the SBHE some very
positive public visibility.
We've taken the liberty to confirm that meeting space is available, and we would
of course also look forward to hosting a Board reception the evening before.
Please let me know if doing so would be of interest.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Linda Gangelhoff; Todd Phelps
Re: Exemption Approval Request - Women"s Basketball
Friday, July 22, 2016 11:55:29 AM

Thank you sir.


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jul 22, 2016, at 11:33 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Approved.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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On Jul 22, 2016 11:28 AM, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu> wrote:


Dean,
Per our conversation, I am requesting an hiring exemption request for the recent vacancy
created by Kachine Alexander's departure from the women's basketball staff. This is
magnified by the current search we have in process to replace Patrick Harrison. Given the
critical recruiting period the next month forwomens basketball and the beginning of
school quickly approachingwe are requesting an exemption from the normal HR
procedures in posting this position.
Please let me know if you need any additional information. Thanks for your consideration.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept. 1200
PO Box 6050

Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
www.GoBison.com

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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Chris Wilson
Re: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:26:55 PM

Perfect. Thanks Dean!!


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jul 31, 2016, at 5:12 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Im happy to have you respond to him. Thats more than his input warrants. To those
copied, Ill offer my own succinct reaction, and copy you.

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:14 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson
<christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Subject: FW: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni

Not sure if you both have read this e-mail as of yet. I am more than happy to respond if you
would like. Let me know your thoughts.

Thanks,

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Anthony Meyer <


Date: Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:23 PM
To: Jeremy Jorgenson <jeremy.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>, Matt Larsen
<matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>, Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>, "ndsu
presidents.office" <ndsu.presidents.office@ndsu.edu>, ndsu provost
<ndsu.provost@ndsu.edu>
Cc: "mark.hagerott@ndus.edu" <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Subject: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni

Dear President and Provost,


I am a proud graduate of North Dakota State University. Please know that I, like many, am
deeply concerned with -and disappointed by- conduct within the Athletic department.
Limiting media coverage and degrading the fan experience will not be tolerated at NDSU.
Please heed my warning and take action. Relieve Jeremy Jorgenson and Matthew Larsen from
their duties at NDSU.
Please review our core values under the headings People, Culture and Accountability:
We derive strength and vitality from each other and from the diverse communities we
serve.??We envision an academic and social environment that is conducive to intellectual and
personal development by promoting the safety and welfare of all members of the university
community.??We promote excellence through individuals participating in decisions and value
cooperation for the common good.
We will be the land-grant university that we want to be by welcoming and respecting
differences in people and ideas.??We support the goals of the North Dakota University
System and value collaboration with colleges and universities around the world.??We foster
accessibility to our programs and services.
We have a special relationship with, and are accountable to, the people of North Dakota.??
We actively strive to contribute to our region's economic prosperity and to improve the
quality of life.
Ask yourself; are the actions of Matthew Larsen and Jeremy Jorgenson consistent with these
expectations?
Please consider my recommendation.
Thank you for your time.
Extremely Concerned Alumni,
Anthony Meyer

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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Re: Gooodunnn...
Saturday, July 30, 2016 7:16:16 AM

I saw this as well. Very cool idea.


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jul 29, 2016, at 9:33 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
http://footballscoop.com/news/bowling-greens-new-patriotic-helmets-paytribute-111-bg-students-died-defending-country/

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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Re: Have a GREAT one!
Friday, June 10, 2016 8:52:27 AM

Thanks Dean. Appreciate it


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jun 10, 2016, at 8:39 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
MattBest wishes for a great birthday!
Dean
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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Dean Bresciani
Re: How Fargo of You!
Thursday, June 9, 2016 8:01:28 AM
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Dean,
Thanks so much for the note. That was very nice. We too enjoyed Logan very much. Very
mature and bright young man. I always remembered as a young administrator people that
would go out of their way to spend time, talk about the profession, etc. hopefully I was able to
pay it forward.
I told him the same thing, when he is the AD at USC to make sure he does the same thing.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jun 8, 2016, at 10:04 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Matt
Im betting youll dismiss this as just how I do it but on both a professional a personal
level thank you.

I took Logan and a friend to bfast his last day and he made it clear that USC would have
never exposed him to what he experienced here. He thought it would be given some
work and tasksand told me he almost ended up feeling guilty about not DOING
anythingbut rather LEARNING abouteverything. He was blown away by what he
was exposed to and had access to. And then theres the car loan thing. Im betting
that a lower tier nobody at USC wouldnt lend a car to an internso, suffice to say you
are legend in his mind.

Bottom line, you inspired a young man, as nobody else has before, to not be youbut
be LIKE you. My eval: you rock. Thank you.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Kristi Hanson [mailto:


Sent: Wednesday, June 8, 2016 7:20 PM
To: Logan Baron <
Cc: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: How Fargo of You!

So glad you were able to experience the BISON way. Wishing you much success
as you finish up!! Great to get to know you just a bit Logan. I just love your mom!
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 8, 2016, at 5:23 PM, Logan Baron <

wrote:

Hi guys,

I just wanted to thank you both again for everything you did for me
over the last month! NDSU was absolutely incredible, and you guys
were extremely kind for taking me to the store, picking me up from
the airport, lending me kitchen ware, and taking me out to breakfast.
Thanks again for the unforgettable experience, and I hope to see you
guys out here in California soon!
Logan Baron(
USC Football Head Manager
Trojan Knights | President
Marshall School of Business
University of Southern California '17

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Re: Invitation
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Dean,
Thanks for the invite. I had already scheduled a BBQ at my house with the men's basketball
staff and their families for tomorrow night. I can cancel if needed. Let me know if you need
me to attend.
Thanks
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jun 29, 2016, at 8:22 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
All
I clearly cant be trust with even a simple invite. After work is -- 6pm!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Dean Bresciani


Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 8:09 AM
To: Amy Ochoa <amy.ochoa@ndsu.edu>; Anuj Teotia <anuj.teotia@ndsu.edu>; Beth
Ingram <beth.ingram@ndsu.edu>; Bruce Bollinger <bruce.bollinger@ndsu.edu>; Cassie
Johnson <cassandra.j.johnson@ndsu.edu>; CeCe Rohwedder
<cece.rohwedder@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; Chuck
Hoge (chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com) <chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com>; Dale Zetocha
<dzetocha@ndsurf.org>; Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Denise Roehl
<droehl@ndsurf.org>; Gina Haugen <gina.a.haugen@ndsu.edu>; James Osland
<james.osland@ndsu.edu>; jan@ndsuresearchpark.com; Janelle Quam
<janelle.quam@ndsu.edu>; John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>; Joni Massey
<joni.massey@ndsu.edu>; Karen Braun <karen.braun@ndsu.edu>; Kari Sayler
<kari@ndsualumni.com>; Kathryn Gordon <kathryn.gordon@ndsu.edu>; Kelly Rusch
<kelly.rusch@ndsu.edu>; Kenneth Grafton <k.grafton@ndsu.edu>; Kim Matzke-Ternes
<kim.matzke-ternes@ndsu.edu>; LaDonna DeGeldere
<ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu>; Laura McDaniel <laura.mcdaniel@ndsu.edu>; Linda
Gangelhoff <linda.gangelhoff@ndsu.edu>; Lisa Morrison <lisa.c.morrison@ndsu.edu>;
Marc Wallman <marc.wallman@ndsu.edu>; Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>;
Melissa Lamp <melissa.lamp@ndsu.edu>; Nyra Thornton <nyra.thornton@ndsu.edu>;
Spencer Moir <spencer.moir@ndsu.edu>; Timothy Alvarez
<timothy.alvarez@ndsu.edu>; Tran Brunsberg <tran.brunsberg@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Invitation

Cabinet members
I have to take full and personal responsibility for an oversight involving a reception for
the Universitys leading Foundation and Alumni Association supporters which will be
held after work tomorrow at the Presidents residence. The oversight was due to my
insistence on having the invitation for you and a guest come from me personallyand
then forgetting to send it. Its as if Ive had something else on my mind? ;-)

I know this is terribly short notice, and please know there is no expectation (even if
the invitation had not been late), but if you are so inclined Id very much enjoy having
you joining us tomorrow afternoon.

Thanks much!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Re: My Best
Thursday, June 16, 2016 8:08:36 PM
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What a great kid. Happy for him. He will be successful.


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jun 16, 2016, at 8:06 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Scott
While Im bummed that A&M didnt shake out, Im thrilled on all the rest. Congrats to
you on so many fronts! I do hope youll stay in touch.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Scott Maher [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:45 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: My Best

Dean,
I hope all is well and that you are having a great summer! Are you doing anything
fun over the summer? I know that NDSU keeps you pretty busy.
I have been well as I graduated from NDSU this past May with honors. It was
great to see a familiar face as I walked across the stage. That is a great milestone
that I will always cherish. Thank you for helping me get in touch with some
people at Texas A&M. Even though they did not have any openings I cannot
express how much I appreciated it. Although, I am proud to announce that I am
currently getting ready to moving to Wyoming as I have accepted a football
operations position at UW under Coach Bohl. I am also engaged so have been
busy wedding planning. We are getting married next May so we are right under a
year out. I also have been accepted into Liberty Universities online MBA program
so I'm excited about that. I'm also looking for ways to improve and better myself.
Thank you for everything that you did for me while I was at NDSU, I really
appreciated it. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you again someday
and I look forward to hear back from you.
My Best,
Scott

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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Chris Wilson
Re: NCAA Presidential Pledge
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 4:09:05 PM
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No real issues from my end. My only question is it mentions periodic reviews. Would they be internal or external?? My
guess is the institution would review their policies periodically, etc to make sure hiring and recruitment practices are in
line with this pledge.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jun 8, 2016, at 3:22 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Pretty benignbut thought Id check. Any issues?

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Bernard Franklin [mailto:NCAANews@ncaa.org]


Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 2:12 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: NCAA Presidential Pledge

MEMORANDUM

June 8, 2016
TO:
Presidents and Chancellors of NCAA Member Institutions

FROM:
Michael Drake, co-chair
Deborah Ford, co-chair
L. Jay Lemons, co-chair
NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity

SUBJECT:
NCAA Presidential Pledge

On January 19, 2016, the Board of Governors of the National Collegiate Athletic Association approved a
resolution reaffirming the Association's commitment to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters
equitable participation for student-athletes and career opportunities for coaches and administrators. The Board of
Governors recognized a growing concern with the low representation of racially and ethnically diverse individuals
and women in coaching and athletics administration at all levels.
To address the objectives as set forth in the resolution, the Board of Governors acknowledged the importance of
presidential leadership and appointed an ad hoc committee comprised mostly of presidents and chancellors to
identify strategies and initiatives whereby the Association is encouraged to create more diverse and inclusive
cultures. To that end, the NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity
has recommended the adoption of a presidential pledge of commitment whereby presidents and chancellors will
demonstrate their support for increasing diversity through improved pipeline development and targeted hiring
practices on their respective campuses. Please see this draft copy of the presidential pledge.
We plan to request the adoption of this pledge at the Board of Governors meeting in August. Therefore, please
provide any feedback you might have to Bernard Franklin, executive vice president of education and community
engagement/chief inclusion officer, by Friday, June 24. You can send your feedback to bfranklin@ncaa.org.
We should note that the draft presidential pledge has been presented to the NCAA Division I Board of Directors
and NCAA Divisions II and III Presidents Councils during their April 2016 governance meetings, and there was
widespread support for moving the pledge toward ratification.
Thank you for your support of this important and critical endeavor.
BWF:krd
cc:NCAA Conference Commissioners
NCAA Directors of Athletics
Selected NCAA Staff Members

National Collegiate Athletic Association 700 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 US
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Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Re: Notice Assistance with Settlement
Friday, July 29, 2016 9:35:45 AM
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I do not believe we do either but am following up with Scott to double check. Will let you know.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
On Jul 29, 2016, at 9:40 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
I dont recall us having any cases responsive to the request below, but please confirm.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Donald Remy [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:46 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Notice Assistance with Settlement

CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNICATION

MEMORANDUM

July 28, 2016


TO: Division I Presidents.
Division II Presidents.
Division III Presidents.
Division I Directors of Athletics.
Division II Director of Athletics.
Division III Director of Athletics.
Division I Conference Commissioners.
Division II Conference Commissioners.
Division III Conference Commissioners.
FROM: Donald M. Remy,Executive Vice President
of Law, Policy and Governance/Chief Legal Officer.
Scott Bearby,General Counsel.
SUBJECT: Request for Assistance in Providing Notice to Settlement Class Members:
In re National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Concussion
Injury Litigation, No. 13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.).
This message contains important and time sensitive information related to NCAA concussion litigation that is relevant
to your institution. Presidents and athletic directors, as well as institution counsel for which we have contact
information, are receiving this document. We encourage you to confer and designate a point person on your campus
who will coordinate the response requested below. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.
As many of you know, the NCAA reached a proposed class action settlement in the In re National Collegiate Athletic
Association Student-Athlete Concussion Injury Litigation, No. 1:13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.) ("Concussion Injury
Litigation"), the consolidated concussion injury/ medical monitoring lawsuit pending in federal court in Chicago.
On July 15, 2016, the Court preliminarily approved the settlement, including the form and manner of providing notice to
potential Settlement Class Members.
In its preliminary approval order, the Court ordered that notice be completed by January 13, 2017. We must give effective and
proper notice of the proposed settlement to Settlement Class Members in compliance with the Court's Order, including mailed
notice. (There may also be a certain amount of publication notice.)
We write to ask for your assistance with the required notice. In particular, the NCAA needs the names and last-known contact
information of potential Settlement Class Members. NCAA member institution assistance is critical to accomplishing
effective class notice.
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
Essentially, the member schools (and if necessary their alumni associations) will upload the names and last-known contact
information of Settlement Class Members, who are current and former student-athletes, onto a confidential website created by
the Court-appointed Settlement Administrator, Gilardi & Co. Gilardi will work with the schools and alumni associations to
make the process as efficient and flexible as possible, taking into account the varying data capabilities and protocols of the
schools and alumni associations. The process for getting the names of potential class members and for providing the lastknown contact information is described in the instructions at the end of this memorandum.
The Proposed Settlement
The Settlement Class is defined in the Settlement Agreement as follows: All Persons who played an NCAA-sanctioned sport
at an NCAA member institution on or prior to the Preliminary Approval Date. The "Preliminary Approval Date" means the
date the Preliminary Approval Order was entered by the Court, namely July 15, 2016.
The proposed settlement releases the NCAA and its member institutions from medical monitoring claims relating to

concussions or sub-concussive hits or contact. Settlement Class Members, however, retain the right to bring bodily injury
claims on an individual basis and on behalf of a class of persons who played a single NCAA-sanctioned sport at a single
NCAA member school. In exchange for the Release, the NCAA and its insurers have agreed to pay $70 million to create a
Medical Monitoring Fund, which will be used to pay the expenses associated with a Medical Monitoring Program. Settlement
Class Members will be eligible to participate in the Medical Monitoring Program by completing a screening questionnaire to
assess, detect and/or diagnose any conditions, symptoms or injuries from concussions or the accumulation of sub-concussive
hits. The Settlement also requires the NCAA and/or its member institutions to implement certain return-to-play guidelines.
Notice to the Settlement Class: Names and Last-Known Addresses
As noted, adequate notice to the Settlement Class is essential to securing the benefits and protections of the proposed
settlement for the NCAA and your schools and conferences.
Under the Court's July 15, 2016 Order, the NCAA is required to ask its member institutions and their affiliated alumni
associations to provide to the Settlement Administrator (Gilardi) the names and last-known contact information of potential
Settlement Class Members. If a school or alumni association does not voluntarily provide this information, Class
Counsel may need to pursue other means, including issuing a subpoena, to get the required information. Once we
obtain this information, the Settlement Administrator will mail the Settlement Notice to potential Settlement Class Members.
For purposes of the notice process, there is a website for you to provide the required information. Additional technical details
on the process are at the end of this memorandum and in the separate attached instructions document. The instructions can
also be found on Gilardi's webpage here:
https://gilardigateway.com/CollegeAthleteConcussionSettlement/uploadmanager
We ask that you upload onto the Gilardi website the contact information you have on student-athletes at your institutions who
participated in any NCAA sanctioned sport. The type of information required will be in a template form on the website and
will include the following fields: (1) first name, (2) last name and middle initial, (3) last-known street address, (4) city,
(5)state, (6) zip code, (7) e-mail address(es), and (8) telephone number(s). If you do not have information for a particular
field, you may leave it blank, but we ask that you provide as much information as possible.
We ask that you provide the required information as soon as possible, but in any event, no later than September 15,
2016.
The Settlement Administrator
If you have any questions about using the spreadsheets or another electronic file formats, signing up to receive login
credentials, editing the spreadsheets, and/or securely submitting the data, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel (whose
contact information is provided at the end of this document), or the Settlement Administrator, and they will assist you. The
contact information for the Settlement Administrator is as follows:
Gilardi & Co. LLC
Rachel Christman
Email: Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com
Phone: (415) 458-3603
***Please note: You may recall that in the White settlement, you had the option of sending the mailed notice directly to
potential class members. Please do not do so this time. You also should not send any student-athlete information or the
spreadsheet to the attorneys representing the Class Members. Instead, please use the method described above to send the
information directly to the Settlement Administrator.
Seeking Assistance from Alumni Associations
The NCAA recognizes that some institutions may not have complete last-known contact information for some Settlement
Class Members. Please provide as much information as you have to the Settlement Administrator, and please note any issues
that you otherwise have.
If you believe that your institution's alumni association may have better or additional contact information for Settlement Class
Members, we ask that you contact your institution's alumni association (both any outside and in-house entities) for assistance.
Communications Regarding the Settlement
Current and former student-athletes at your member schools may have questions about the Settlement. Employees and
representatives of your member school or conference should not discuss the terms of the Settlement with them; nor should
they attempt to answer questions about whether any current or former student-athlete should participate in the Settlement or
whether the Settlement is fair. Current or former student-athletes with questions should be referred to your member schools'
and conferences' legal representatives, who can refer them to the proper parties.
If you have any questions about this memorandum, the process to be followed or the rights or issues involved in the
Settlement, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel:
Mark S. Mester

Latham & Watkins LLP


330 North Wabash Ave., Suite 2800
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 312-876-7623
Fax: 312-993-9767
mark.mester@lw.com
If for any reason you need to communicate with Plaintiffs' counsel regarding the Concussion Injury Litigation.[1], you also
should copy the NCAA's outside counsel on any written communications and inform such counsel of any verbal contact.
Thank you for your anticipated attention and cooperation with this matter.
Instructions to Submit Student-Athletes Contact Information

a.

Go to URL and download a template Census file in Microsoft Excel format.

b.

Once you have downloaded the template Census file, please review the
instructions below to complete your Census.

c.

Once Census is complete, go to URL and click Log In. To log in, you will be
prompted to enter your School ID Code and PIN. Please use the following Login
Information: School ID Code: <SchoolID> , PIN Code: <PIN>.

d.

Enter your School ID Code and PIN then press the Upload Census button. Please
answer the Upload Contact questions.

e.

Under the Upload Your Census section, select your file and click Upload. When it
says Upload 100% next to the file you are uploading, your upload is complete. You
may then upload additional files or you may click Submit Data to securely upload
the student-athlete list(s) to the Notice Administrator.

You will receive an email confirmation after you have successfully finished submitting the studentathlete Census data.
Instructions to Complete Student-Athletes Census
Please review the instructions and complete the Census before returning to the site to upload your
submission.
Completing a Census means providing the first and last name, last known street address, city, state,
and zip of all applicable NCAA student-athletes. If available, please also provide email address &
phone number(s).
While Excel is a common format for most institutions, and the default Census form is in Excel format,
you may already have this data in another tabular format, like Microsoft Access or a tab delimited text
file, and you may submit your data in this tabular format, being sure to adhere to the below Data
Submission Guidelines.

Data Submission Guidelines(Data Submission Instructions document)


Types of Data Files
Data is most efficiently and accurately transmitted within delimited or fixed-width text files, Micrsoft
Excel and Access files or SQL Server backup files. Excel and Access are typically the most
convenient methods for small to moderate volumes of data. Text files are the preferred method for
transferring large volumes of data (hundreds of thousands or millions of records).
Access
The file should contain only the table objects necessary and not include query, form, module, or report
objects. The data should not contain control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc. Date
values should be formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.

Excel
The file should contain one sheet per dataset. If the number of records exceeds the capacity of the
Excel sheet (too many records) such that the records would need to be split among two or more sheets,
another file format, such as an Access table, should be considered. The file should not include any
unnecessary data or objects, such as images, VBA code, forms, etc. The data should not contain
control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc.
Numeric values should be actual values and not formula or calculation results. Date values should be
formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Delimited Text
The file should be a tab or pipe-delimited format with double-quote text identifiers. Comma separated
files can only be accepted with double-quote text identifiers. Date values should be formatted as
MM/DD/YYYY.
Note: Please include the heading row.
Appendix A: General Data Structure
Regardless of the type of file for transfer the data should contain a single record or line for
each
student athlete with separate data elements (field or column) for each of the following pieces
of information:
First Name *
Last Name *
Address Line 1 *
Address Line 2 *
City *
State *
Zip *
Foreign Province
Foreign Postal Code
Foreign Country
Phone Number
Email Address
* Those elements marked with an asterisk are generally required for all uploads.
Control Values
Control information should be provided for each dataset. Control information should
minimally consist of the number of records per table, sheet or file and ideally include a total of
one of the numerical elements (fields/columns) when practicable. These totals help to ensure
the integrity of the data transfer.
Thank you for your time and attention. Should you have any questions, please email
Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com or call (415) 458-3603 to request assistance.
cc: General counsels of record.

NCAA governance staff - all divisions.


President's cabinet.

[1] Please note that this Settlement doesnot apply to pending or future claims for bodily
injury compensation. The NCAA is vigorously defending bodily injury cases in which it is a
named defendant, whether on a class-wide basis or as individual personal injury actions. If
you have any questions about this memorandum, the status of the litigation or the rights or
issues implicated by the Settlement, please contact either Donald Remy, Scott Bearby or the
NCAA's outside counsel.

National Collegiate Athletic Association 700 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 US
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Matt Larsen
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Re: Notice Assistance with Settlement
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Dean,
Just an update. Scott is going to call fro clarification on a few points and get back to me. Should have some clarity in the next day
or so and will let you know.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>


Date: Friday, July 29, 2016 at 8:40 AM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>
Subject: FW: Notice Assistance with Settlement
I dont recall us having any cases responsive to the request below, but please confirm.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Donald Remy [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:46 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Notice Assistance with Settlement

CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNICATION

MEMORANDUM

July 28, 2016


TO: Division I Presidents.
Division II Presidents.
Division III Presidents.
Division I Directors of Athletics.
Division II Director of Athletics.
Division III Director of Athletics.
Division I Conference Commissioners.
Division II Conference Commissioners.
Division III Conference Commissioners.
FROM: Donald M. Remy, Executive Vice President
of Law, Policy and Governance/Chief Legal Officer.
Scott Bearby, General Counsel.
SUBJECT: Request for Assistance in Providing Notice to Settlement Class Members:
In re National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Concussion
Injury Litigation, No. 13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.).
This message contains important and time sensitive information related to NCAA concussion litigation that is relevant
to your institution. Presidents and athletic directors, as well as institution counsel for which we have contact
information, are receiving this document. We encourage you to confer and designate a point person on your campus
who will coordinate the response requested below. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.
As many of you know, the NCAA reached a proposed class action settlement in the In re National Collegiate Athletic
Association Student-Athlete Concussion Injury Litigation, No. 1:13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.) ("Concussion Injury
Litigation"), the consolidated concussion injury / medical monitoring lawsuit pending in federal court in Chicago.
On July 15, 2016, the Court preliminarily approved the settlement, including the form and manner of providing notice to
potential Settlement Class Members.
In its preliminary approval order, the Court ordered that notice be completed by January 13, 2017. We must give effective and
proper notice of the proposed settlement to Settlement Class Members in compliance with the Court's Order, including mailed
notice. (There may also be a certain amount of publication notice.)
We write to ask for your assistance with the required notice. In particular, the NCAA needs the names and last-known contact
information of potential Settlement Class Members. NCAA member institution assistance is criticalto accomplishing effective

class notice.
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
Essentially, the member schools (and if necessary their alumni associations) will upload the names and last-known contact
information of Settlement Class Members, who are current and former student-athletes, onto a confidential website created by
the Court-appointed Settlement Administrator, Gilardi & Co. Gilardi will work with the schools and alumni associations to
make the process as efficient and flexible as possible, taking into account the varying data capabilities and protocols of the
schools and alumni associations. The process for getting the names of potential class members and for providing the lastknown contact information is described in the instructions at the end of this memorandum.
The Proposed Settlement
The Settlement Class is defined in the Settlement Agreement as follows: All Persons who played an NCAA-sanctioned sport
at an NCAA member institution on or prior to the Preliminary Approval Date. The "Preliminary Approval Date" means the
date the Preliminary Approval Order was entered by the Court, namely July 15, 2016.
The proposed settlement releases the NCAA and its member institutions from medical monitoring claims relating to
concussions or sub-concussive hits or contact. Settlement Class Members, however, retain the right to bring bodily injury
claims on an individual basis and on behalf of a class of persons who played a single NCAA-sanctioned sport at a single
NCAA member school. In exchange for the Release, the NCAA and its insurers have agreed to pay $70 million to create a
Medical Monitoring Fund, which will be used to pay the expenses associated with a Medical Monitoring Program. Settlement
Class Members will be eligible to participate in the Medical Monitoring Program by completing a screening questionnaire to
assess, detect and/or diagnose any conditions, symptoms or injuries from concussions or the accumulation of sub-concussive
hits. The Settlement also requires the NCAA and/or its member institutions to implement certain return-to-play guidelines.
Notice to the Settlement Class: Names and Last-Known Addresses
As noted, adequate notice to the Settlement Class is essential to securing the benefits and protections of the proposed
settlement for the NCAA and your schools and conferences.
Under the Court's July 15, 2016 Order, the NCAA is required to ask its member institutions and their affiliated alumni
associations to provide to the Settlement Administrator (Gilardi) the names and last-known contact information of potential
Settlement Class Members. If a school or alumni association does not voluntarily provide this information, Class
Counsel may need to pursue other means, including issuing a subpoena, to get the required information. Once we
obtain this information, the Settlement Administrator will mail the Settlement Notice to potential Settlement Class Members.
For purposes of the notice process, there is a website for you to provide the required information. Additional technical details
on the process are at the end of this memorandum and in the separate attached instructions document. The instructions can
also be found on Gilardi's webpage here:
https://gilardigateway.com/CollegeAthleteConcussionSettlement/uploadmanager
We ask that you upload onto the Gilardi website the contact information you have on student-athletes at your institutions who
participated in any NCAA sanctioned sport. The type of information required will be in a template form on the website and
will include the following fields: (1) first name, (2) last name and middle initial, (3) last-known street address, (4) city, (5)
state, (6) zip code, (7) e-mail address(es), and (8) telephone number(s). If you do not have information for a particular field,
you may leave it blank, but we ask that you provide as much information as possible.
We ask that you provide the required information as soon as possible, but in any event,no later than September 15,
2016.
The Settlement Administrator
If you have any questions about using the spreadsheets or another electronic file formats, signing up to receive login
credentials, editing the spreadsheets, and/or securely submitting the data, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel (whose
contact information is provided at the end of this document), or the Settlement Administrator, and they will assist you. The
contact information for the Settlement Administrator is as follows:
Gilardi & Co. LLC
Rachel Christman
Email: Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com
Phone: (415) 458-3603
***Please note: You may recall that in the White settlement, you had the option of sending the mailed notice directly to
potential class members. Please do not do so this time. You also should not send any student-athlete information or the
spreadsheet to the attorneys representing the Class Members. Instead, please use the method described above to send the
information directly to the Settlement Administrator.

Seeking Assistance from Alumni Associations


The NCAA recognizes that some institutions may not have complete last-known contact information for some Settlement
Class Members. Please provide as much information as you have to the Settlement Administrator, and please note any issues
that you otherwise have.
If you believe that your institution's alumni association may have better or additional contact information for Settlement Class
Members, we ask that you contact your institution's alumni association (both any outside and in-house entities) for assistance.
Communications Regarding the Settlement
Current and former student-athletes at your member schools may have questions about the Settlement. Employees and
representatives of your member school or conference should not discuss the terms of the Settlement with them; nor should
they attempt to answer questions about whether any current or former student-athlete should participate in the Settlement or
whether the Settlement is fair. Current or former student-athletes with questions should be referred to your member schools'
and conferences' legal representatives, who can refer them to the proper parties.
If you have any questions about this memorandum, the process to be followed or the rights or issues involved in the
Settlement, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel:
Mark S. Mester
Latham & Watkins LLP
330 North Wabash Ave., Suite 2800
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 312-876-7623
Fax: 312-993-9767
mark.mester@lw.com
If for any reason you need to communicate with Plaintiffs' counsel regarding the Concussion Injury Litigation.[1], you also
should copy the NCAA's outside counsel on any written communications and inform such counsel of any verbal contact.
Thank you for your anticipated attention and cooperation with this matter.
Instructions to Submit Student-Athletes Contact Information

a.

Go to URL and download a template Census file in Microsoft Excel format.

b.

Once you have downloaded the template Census file, please review the
instructions below to complete your Census.

c.

Once Census is complete, go to URL and click Log In. To log in, you will be
prompted to enter your School ID Code and PIN. Please use the following Login
Information: School ID Code: <SchoolID> , PIN Code: <PIN>.

d.

Enter your School ID Code and PIN then press the Upload Census button. Please
answer the Upload Contact questions.

e.

Under the Upload Your Census section, select your file and click Upload. When it
says Upload 100% next to the file you are uploading, your upload is complete. You
may then upload additional files or you may click Submit Data to securely upload
the student-athlete list(s) to the Notice Administrator.

You will receive an email confirmation after you have successfully finished submitting the studentathlete Census data.
Instructions to Complete Student-Athletes Census
Please review the instructions and complete the Census before returning to the site to upload your
submission.
Completing a Census means providing the first and last name, last known street address, city, state,
and zip of all applicable NCAA student-athletes. If available, please also provide email address &
phone number(s).

While Excel is a common format for most institutions, and the default Census form is in Excel format,
you may already have this data in another tabular format, like Microsoft Access or a tab delimited text
file, and you may submit your data in this tabular format, being sure to adhere to the below Data
Submission Guidelines.

Data Submission Guidelines(Data Submission Instructions document)


Types of Data Files
Data is most efficiently and accurately transmitted within delimited or fixed-width text files, Micrsoft
Excel and Access files or SQL Server backup files. Excel and Access are typically the most
convenient methods for small to moderate volumes of data. Text files are the preferred method for
transferring large volumes of data (hundreds of thousands or millions of records).
Access
The file should contain only the table objects necessary and not include query, form, module, or report
objects. The data should not contain control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc. Date
values should be formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Excel
The file should contain one sheet per dataset. If the number of records exceeds the capacity of the
Excel sheet (too many records) such that the records would need to be split among two or more sheets,
another file format, such as an Access table, should be considered. The file should not include any
unnecessary data or objects, such as images, VBA code, forms, etc. The data should not contain
control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc.
Numeric values should be actual values and not formula or calculation results. Date values should be
formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Delimited Text
The file should be a tab or pipe-delimited format with double-quote text identifiers. Comma separated
files can only be accepted with double-quote text identifiers. Date values should be formatted as
MM/DD/YYYY.
Note: Please include the heading row.
Appendix A: General Data Structure
Regardless of the type of file for transfer the data should contain a single record or line for
each
student athlete with separate data elements (field or column) for each of the following pieces
of information:
First Name *
Last Name *
Address Line 1 *
Address Line 2 *
City *
State *
Zip *

Foreign Province
Foreign Postal Code
Foreign Country
Phone Number
Email Address
* Those elements marked with an asterisk are generally required for all uploads.
Control Values
Control information should be provided for each dataset. Control information should
minimally consist of the number of records per table, sheet or file and ideally include a total of
one of the numerical elements (fields/columns) when practicable. These totals help to ensure
the integrity of the data transfer.
Thank you for your time and attention. Should you have any questions, please email
Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com or call (415) 458-3603 to request assistance.
cc: General counsels of record.
NCAA governance staff - all divisions.
President's cabinet.

[1] Please note that this Settlement doesnotapply to pending or future claims for bodily
injury compensation. The NCAA is vigorously defending bodily injury cases in which it is a
named defendant, whether on a class-wide basis or as individual personal injury actions. If
you have any questions about this memorandum, the status of the litigation or the rights or
issues implicated by the Settlement, please contact either Donald Remy, Scott Bearby or the
NCAA's outside counsel.

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Dean Bresciani
Re: Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 11:01:11 AM
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Thanks Dean. Appreciate it.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>


Date: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 10:50 AM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>
Subject: RE: Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request
Thank you for thoroughly outlining the situation. I see not practical choice but to approve your
request. Good luck!

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 10:30 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request

Dean,

With the recent hiring of Jamie Trachsel at Iowa State and her subsequent hiring of current NDSU pitching
coach, Brynne Dordel, I am requesting a hiring exemption from the normal HR procedures in posting these
two coaching vacancies. July is a critical recruiting period for the softball program and to be down two
coaches during this time is not ideal. Our goal is to get the staff filled by early July to allow the full staff to
be on the road recruiting.

Please let me know if you need any additional information and/or justification. Thanks for your
consideration.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Todd Phelps; Raina Bergland
Re: Time for Delta to Kick It Up a Notch
Monday, July 25, 2016 6:04:12 PM

No doubt. We could make very good use of one of those.


Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

On Jul 25, 2016, at 3:57 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Matt Larsen
Dean Bresciani
Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 10:29:56 AM

Dean,
With the recent hiring of Jamie Trachsel at Iowa State and her subsequent hiring of current NDSU pitching
coach, Brynne Dordel, I am requesting a hiring exemption from the normal HR procedures in posting these
two coaching vacancies. July is a critical recruiting period for the softball program and to be down two
coaches during this time is not ideal. Our goal is to get the staff filled by early July to allow the full staff to
be on the road recruiting.
Please let me know if you need any additional information and/or justification. Thanks for your
consideration.
Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

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Dean Bresciani
Joshua Hemingway
Best Wishes
Thursday, June 9, 2016 8:20:01 AM
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Josh
Have a GREAT birthday!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From:
To:
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Date:
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All NDSU Employee list on behalf of Dean Bresciani


NDSU-EMPLOYEE-OFFICIAL@LISTSERV.NODAK.EDU
Campus Update
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 3:49:40 PM
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Colleagues,

I have a few items about state budget issues to share with you:

As I have reported to you over the past months, our solutions to a one-time budget cut required by
the state (commonly referred to as the allotment) are in place. Because of the past six years of
careful financial management, we are managing this one-time adjustment without undue duress.
Please know that the possibility exists for another state-mandated one-time cut later this year. If
that occurs, we will keep you apprised of how it will be handled.

In preparing for the next biennium, the governor directed us to plan for a 10 percent decrease in
state funding. Because we anticipated this possibility, I asked Provost Ingram earlier this year to lead
a budget study group that submitted its final report last week. Simply put, the work of the group is
outstanding. I dont believe such a thoughtful, dispassionate, intelligent and strategic product could
have been produced in any other institution where Ive worked. Our early anticipation of a potential
budgetary challenge for the state, the framework provided by the Strategic Plan, and the work of the
study group over the past few months, provided for an inclusive and thorough outcome. The group
recommended that smaller work groups be organized to further develop various items, and I have
agreed.

More immediately, I directed non-academic units to prepare 10 and 15 percent reductions to their
budgets. We are also announcing a Voluntary Separation Incentive Program. Details will be
distributed via a subsequent message later this week from Provost Ingram and Vice President
Bollinger.

Thank you to all who have so generously collaborated to address these issues. Together, we will
ensure that NDSU continues to serve our states needs, and will be even stronger in the future for
having planned and executed with discipline and foresight.

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Matt Larsen
Clarification of Expectations
Tuesday, August 2, 2016 12:13:02 PM
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Matt
Although weve discussed the current concern to exhaustion, and in particular the principles on
which my concerns are based, I thought it best to formally confirm the expectations we discussed so
as to avoid something like the current situation being repeated in the future.

1) As Athletic Department policies with any public and/or reputational implications for the
Athletic Department, NDSU or related agencies or affiliates are developed and readied for
announcement and implementation, they will be vetted with relevant campus/campus
community constituencies, and in particular the Office of the President.

2) You and I will continue to meet in person, on a regular and frequent basis, so that I remain
up to speed on Athletic Department activities, plans, and initiatives planned or underway.

3) We will continue to evaluate and always assure that you and I remain in agreement
regarding the role, impact, and integration of the Athletic Departments activities and
programs are a complimentary part of the vibrant campus and external campus community
we enjoy.

Thank you for your welcome and openness to the above. Your expressed good intentions toward
the best interests of NDSU has been greatly appreciated and is a compliment to your
professionalism.

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Bruce Bollinger; Laura McDaniel; Chris Wilson; Matt Larsen
DRAFT invitation for your comment
Friday, July 22, 2016 10:19:32 AM

Chair Neset and Chancellor HagerottI would like to invite the SBHE to hold their Oct. 27 meeting in Fargo. On that day we will be
holding the Grand Opening dedication event for NDSU's Sanford Health Athletic Complex.
As you may know, when completed, the Complex will represent the largest collection of
proximal athletic facilities not only in the state but region. The economic implications for
North Dakota are significant.
Given the statewide asset which the Complex represents, I anticipate attendees will include a
large number of state business leaders, federal and state legislators, and an otherwise notable
list of attendees. Having the SBHE members there would be an honor for us, and I believe it
would also offer the SBHE some very positive public visibility.
We've taken the liberty to confirm that meeting space is available, and we would of course
also look forward to hosting a Board reception the evening before.
Please let me know if doing so would be of interest.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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bfranklin@ncaa.org
Feedback Regarding NCAA Presidential Pledge
Thursday, June 9, 2016 8:44:58 AM
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Bernard
The draft looks fine and the opportunity to review it in advance is appreciated.

My only feedback would be to perhaps clarify the matter of periodic reviews, and in particular
whether the intent for those is to be internal or external. That said, my assumption is that the intent
was simply to encourage institutional self-monitoring.

Best wishes.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Stephanie Wawers
Matt Larsen
FW: 2016 NCAA Division I Board of Directors Sport Organizational Structure Working Group Request for Feedback
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 6:42:20 AM
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Please schedule a half hour for me with Matt to complete and submit this prior to the Sept deadline (in
other words, no rush).

Thanks

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Clif Smart & Randy Woodson [mailto:noreply@qemailserver.com]


Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 11:08 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: 2016 NCAA Division I Board of Directors Sport Organizational Structure Working Group
Request for Feedback

MEMORANDUM
July 18, 2016
VIA EMAIL
TO: NCAA Division I Commissioners, Directors of Athletics, Senior Woman Administrators,

Faculty Athletic Representatives and Executive Directors of Select Affiliate Organizations.


FROM: Clif Smart
President, Missouri State University.
Randy Woodson
Chancellor, North Carolina State University.
SUBJECT: Request for feedback on the NCAA Division I Board of Directors Sport
Organizational Structure Working Group Concepts.
The Division I Sport Organizational Structure Working Group was established by the Division I
Board of Directors after an August 2015 Presidential Summit during which leaders convened to
address immediate and long-term opportunities and challenges. The Sport Organizational
Structure Working Group examined the requirements of Division I membership and components
of the Division I experience, with an emphasis on broad-based sports sponsorship and studentathlete experience and participation opportunities. Once it defined these elements, the group
sought to determine if there are areas in which flexibility is appropriate, and under what
circumstances and conditions such flexibility should exist without compromising the identified
essential components, elements and brand of Division I.
With the framework as the foundation, the working group developed a survey tool to gather
additional membership feedback in a few key areas: minimum sports-sponsorship requirements,
academic expectations, football attendance requirements (Football Bowl Subdivision only) and
support to elite/Olympic aspiring student-athletes.
Please complete the brief survey not later than September 15, 2016. This link is your
personal link to the survey and should not be shared. Please do not start the survey until you
have time to complete it in full. A PDF version of the survey is provided here for your
convenience.
Follow this link to provide your feedback:
Take the Survey
Or copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser:
https://ncaa.qualtrics.com/SE?
Q_DL=5bD5BLEE8pKousR_a4qDg5PwpfAOnRz_MLRP_eG2qyrnw6KyGgQd&Q_CHL=email
In addition, the portion of the survey directed at gathering feedback on support to elite/Olympic
aspiring athletes will be sent to the United States Olympic Committee administrative staff,
various coaches associations and National Governing Bodies. The working group is asking for
feedback at this time with the hope that concepts will be developed and presented to the Board
of Directors during its October meeting. It is anticipated that final action will be taken by the
Board during its January 2017 meeting.
Thank you for your consideration and attention to this matter. If you have any questions, please
contact NCAA staff liaisons to the working group, Kevin Lennon (klennon@ncaa.org) or Jenn
Fraser (jfraser@ncaa.org).

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
FW: How Fargo of You!
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 10:04:19 PM
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Matt
Im betting youll dismiss this as just how I do it but on both a professional a personal level thank
you.

I took Logan and a friend to bfast his last day and he made it clear that USC would have never
exposed him to what he experienced here. He thought it would be given some work and tasks
and told me he almost ended up feeling guilty about not DOING anythingbut rather LEARNING
abouteverything. He was blown away by what he was exposed to and had access to. And then
theres the car loan thing. Im betting that a lower tier nobody at USC wouldnt lend a car to an
internso, suffice to say you are legend in his mind.

Bottom line, you inspired a young man, as nobody else has before, to not be youbut be LIKE you.
My eval: you rock. Thank you.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Kristi Hanson [mailto:


Sent: Wednesday, June 8, 2016 7:20 PM
To: Logan Baron <
Cc: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: How Fargo of You!

So glad you were able to experience the BISON way. Wishing you much success as you finish
up!! Great to get to know you just a bit Logan. I just love your mom!
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 8, 2016, at 5:23 PM, Logan Baron <

wrote:

Hi guys,
I just wanted to thank you both again for everything you did for me over the last
month! NDSU was absolutely incredible, and you guys were extremely kind for
taking me to the store, picking me up from the airport, lending me kitchen ware,
and taking me out to breakfast. Thanks again for the unforgettable experience, and
I hope to see you guys out here in California soon!
Logan Baron(
USC Football Head Manager
Trojan Knights | President
Marshall School of Business
University of Southern California '17

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
FW: LGBTQ Guidelines
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:34:43 AM
Champions of Respect.pdf
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FYI only. It came up in conversation yesterday and they just wanted us to have a copy, to go with
the statement that I got your comments on.

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Myndee Kay Larsen [mailto:larsen@thesummitleague.org]


Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 2:09 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Jack Thomas (WIU) <J-Thomas2@wiu.edu>; James
Abbott (USD) <james.abbott@usd.edu>; John Christensen (UNO) <johnchristensen@unomaha.edu>;
Nasser Paydar <paydar@iupui.edu>; barry.dunn@sdstate.edu
Subject: LGBTQ Guidelines

Attached is the NCAA document outlining best practices for including LGBTQ student-athletes into
NCAA Programs.

Myndee Kay

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
FW: NCAA 2016 Academic Enhancement Fund
Wednesday, June 22, 2016 9:53:01 AM
2016.06.22 Academic Enhancement Memo.pdf

Enjoy.

From: Atkinson, Deborah [mailto:datkinson@ncaa.org] On Behalf Of revenuedistribution


Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2016 9:21 AM
To: revenuedistribution <revenuedistribution@ncaa.org>
Subject: NCAA 2016 Academic Enhancement Fund

Good morning!

Please find attached the memorandum from Kathleen McNeely, NCAA senior vice president of
administration and chief financial officer, regarding the 2015 NCAA Academic Enhancement Revenue
Distribution Fund.

Thank you.

This email and any attachments may contain NCAA confidential and privileged information.
If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return email,
delete this message and destroy any copies. Any dissemination or use of this information by a
person other than the intended recipient is unauthorized and may be illegal.

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
FW: NCAA 2016 Sports Sponsorship updated memo
Thursday, July 28, 2016 1:53:06 PM
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Assume you got this but just to be safe

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Atkinson, Deborah [mailto:datkinson@ncaa.org] On Behalf Of revenuedistribution


Sent: Thursday, July 21, 2016 8:20 AM
To: revenuedistribution <revenuedistribution@ncaa.org>
Subject: NCAA 2016 Sports Sponsorship updated memo

Good morning.

The link on the memo has now been repaired.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Sincerely,

Revenue Distribution

This email and any attachments may contain NCAA confidential and privileged information.
If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return email,
delete this message and destroy any copies. Any dissemination or use of this information by a
person other than the intended recipient is unauthorized and may be illegal.

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Chris Wilson
FW: NCAA Presidential Pledge
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 3:22:49 PM
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Pretty benignbut thought Id check. Any issues?

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Bernard Franklin [mailto:NCAANews@ncaa.org]


Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 2:12 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: NCAA Presidential Pledge

MEMORANDUM
June 8, 2016
TO:
Presidents and Chancellors of NCAA Member Institutions

FROM:
Michael Drake, co-chair
Deborah Ford, co-chair
L. Jay Lemons, co-chair
NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity

SUBJECT:
NCAA Presidential Pledge

On January 19, 2016, the Board of Governors of the National Collegiate Athletic Association approved a
resolution reaffirming the Association's commitment to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters
equitable participation for student-athletes and career opportunities for coaches and administrators. The Board of
Governors recognized a growing concern with the low representation of racially and ethnically diverse individuals
and women in coaching and athletics administration at all levels.
To address the objectives as set forth in the resolution, the Board of Governors acknowledged the importance of
presidential leadership and appointed an ad hoc committee comprised mostly of presidents and chancellors to
identify strategies and initiatives whereby the Association is encouraged to create more diverse and inclusive
cultures. To that end, the NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity
has recommended the adoption of a presidential pledge of commitment whereby presidents and chancellors will
demonstrate their support for increasing diversity through improved pipeline development and targeted hiring
practices on their respective campuses. Please see this draft copy of the presidential pledge.
We plan to request the adoption of this pledge at the Board of Governors meeting in August. Therefore, please
provide any feedback you might have to Bernard Franklin, executive vice president of education and community
engagement/chief inclusion officer, by Friday, June 24. You can send your feedback to bfranklin@ncaa.org.
We should note that the draft presidential pledge has been presented to the NCAA Division I Board of Directors
and NCAA Divisions II and III Presidents Councils during their April 2016 governance meetings, and there was
widespread support for moving the pledge toward ratification.
Thank you for your support of this important and critical endeavor.
BWF:krd
cc:NCAA Conference Commissioners
NCAA Directors of Athletics
Selected NCAA Staff Members

National Collegiate Athletic Association 700 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 US
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Matt Larsen
FW: Non-payment of wages
Friday, June 3, 2016 1:42:53 PM
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No rush but just a reminder to give me a call when you can on this.

From: Stephanie Wawers


Sent: Thursday, June 02, 2016 7:49 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: FW: Non-payment of wages

Stephanie Wawers
Executive Assistant to the President
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

102 Old Main


Dept 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
phone: 701-231-7211
fax: 701-231-8722
www.ndsu.edu

From: The St. John's [mailto:


Sent: Wednesday, June 01, 2016 8:38 PM
To: Stephanie Wawers <stephanie.wawers@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Non-payment of wages

Dear Sir,
I thought it respectful to let you know that my son was a former employee of your university and has
not received all of his wages according to the agreed upon contract from your athletics department.
Derek St. John entered into an employment agreement as an assistant wrestling coach in the
summer of 2014. He negotiated this contract with Coach Kish and Athletic Director, Matt Larson.
Once Derek did not resign his contract for the 2015_2016 wrestling season he did not receive the
remainder of payments due to him. This work included his work in helping your university facilitate
the National Greco and Freestyle Tournament. Derek has sought help of a lawyer to request
payment from Matt Larsen and the athletic department with no response. The amount due to him is

$9000.00.

I am writing to let you know we are prepared to pursue a Congressional complaint and/or go to the
local media in pursuit of payment for the remainder of the wages due to him. Please let me know if
you would like an opportunity to review the documents and resolve this complaint prior to waging a
formal complaint.

Stacy St. John

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
FW: Notice Assistance with Settlement
Friday, July 29, 2016 8:40:09 AM
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I dont recall us having any cases responsive to the request below, but please confirm.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Donald Remy [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:46 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Notice Assistance with Settlement

CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNICATION

MEMORANDUM

July 28, 2016


TO: Division I Presidents.
Division II Presidents.
Division III Presidents.

Division I Directors of Athletics.


Division II Director of Athletics.
Division III Director of Athletics.
Division I Conference Commissioners.
Division II Conference Commissioners.
Division III Conference Commissioners.
FROM: Donald M. Remy, Executive Vice President
of Law, Policy and Governance/Chief Legal Officer.
Scott Bearby, General Counsel.
SUBJECT: Request for Assistance in Providing Notice to Settlement Class Members:
In re National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Concussion
Injury Litigation, No. 13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.).
This message contains important and time sensitive information related to NCAA concussion litigation that is relevant
to your institution. Presidents and athletic directors, as well as institution counsel for which we have contact
information, are receiving this document. We encourage you to confer and designate a point person on your campus
who will coordinate the response requested below. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.
As many of you know, the NCAA reached a proposed class action settlement in the In re National Collegiate Athletic
Association Student-Athlete Concussion Injury Litigation, No. 1:13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.) ("Concussion Injury
Litigation"), the consolidated concussion injury / medical monitoring lawsuit pending in federal court in Chicago.
On July 15, 2016, the Court preliminarily approved the settlement, including the form and manner of providing notice to
potential Settlement Class Members.
In its preliminary approval order, the Court ordered that notice be completed by January 13, 2017. We must give effective and
proper notice of the proposed settlement to Settlement Class Members in compliance with the Court's Order, including mailed
notice. (There may also be a certain amount of publication notice.)
We write to ask for your assistance with the required notice. In particular, the NCAA needs the names and last-known contact
information of potential Settlement Class Members. NCAA member institution assistance is critical to accomplishing
effective class notice.
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
Essentially, the member schools (and if necessary their alumni associations) will upload the names and last-known contact
information of Settlement Class Members, who are current and former student-athletes, onto a confidential website created by
the Court-appointed Settlement Administrator, Gilardi & Co. Gilardi will work with the schools and alumni associations to
make the process as efficient and flexible as possible, taking into account the varying data capabilities and protocols of the
schools and alumni associations. The process for getting the names of potential class members and for providing the lastknown contact information is described in the instructions at the end of this memorandum.
The Proposed Settlement
The Settlement Class is defined in the Settlement Agreement as follows: All Persons who played an NCAA-sanctioned sport
at an NCAA member institution on or prior to the Preliminary Approval Date. The "Preliminary Approval Date" means the
date the Preliminary Approval Order was entered by the Court, namely July 15, 2016.
The proposed settlement releases the NCAA and its member institutions from medical monitoring claims relating to
concussions or sub-concussive hits or contact. Settlement Class Members, however, retain the right to bring bodily injury
claims on an individual basis and on behalf of a class of persons who played a single NCAA-sanctioned sport at a single
NCAA member school. In exchange for the Release, the NCAA and its insurers have agreed to pay $70 million to create a
Medical Monitoring Fund, which will be used to pay the expenses associated with a Medical Monitoring Program. Settlement
Class Members will be eligible to participate in the Medical Monitoring Program by completing a screening questionnaire to
assess, detect and/or diagnose any conditions, symptoms or injuries from concussions or the accumulation of sub-concussive
hits. The Settlement also requires the NCAA and/or its member institutions to implement certain return-to-play guidelines.
Notice to the Settlement Class: Names and Last-Known Addresses

As noted, adequate notice to the Settlement Class is essential to securing the benefits and protections of the proposed
settlement for the NCAA and your schools and conferences.
Under the Court's July 15, 2016 Order, the NCAA is required to ask its member institutions and their affiliated alumni
associations to provide to the Settlement Administrator (Gilardi) the names and last-known contact information of potential
Settlement Class Members. If a school or alumni association does not voluntarily provide this information, Class
Counsel may need to pursue other means, including issuing a subpoena, to get the required information. Once we
obtain this information, the Settlement Administrator will mail the Settlement Notice to potential Settlement Class Members.
For purposes of the notice process, there is a website for you to provide the required information. Additional technical details
on the process are at the end of this memorandum and in the separate attached instructions document. The instructions can
also be found on Gilardi's webpage here:
https://gilardigateway.com/CollegeAthleteConcussionSettlement/uploadmanager
We ask that you upload onto the Gilardi website the contact information you have on student-athletes at your institutions who
participated in any NCAA sanctioned sport. The type of information required will be in a template form on the website and
will include the following fields: (1) first name, (2) last name and middle initial, (3) last-known street address, (4) city,
(5) state, (6) zip code, (7) e-mail address(es), and (8) telephone number(s). If you do not have information for a particular
field, you may leave it blank, but we ask that you provide as much information as possible.
We ask that you provide the required information as soon as possible, but in any event, no later than September 15,
2016.
The Settlement Administrator
If you have any questions about using the spreadsheets or another electronic file formats, signing up to receive login
credentials, editing the spreadsheets, and/or securely submitting the data, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel (whose
contact information is provided at the end of this document), or the Settlement Administrator, and they will assist you. The
contact information for the Settlement Administrator is as follows:
Gilardi & Co. LLC
Rachel Christman
Email: Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com
Phone: (415) 458-3603
***Please note: You may recall that in the White settlement, you had the option of sending the mailed notice directly to
potential class members. Please do not do so this time. You also should not send any student-athlete information or the
spreadsheet to the attorneys representing the Class Members. Instead, please use the method described above to send the
information directly to the Settlement Administrator.
Seeking Assistance from Alumni Associations
The NCAA recognizes that some institutions may not have complete last-known contact information for some Settlement
Class Members. Please provide as much information as you have to the Settlement Administrator, and please note any issues
that you otherwise have.
If you believe that your institution's alumni association may have better or additional contact information for Settlement Class
Members, we ask that you contact your institution's alumni association (both any outside and in-house entities) for assistance.
Communications Regarding the Settlement
Current and former student-athletes at your member schools may have questions about the Settlement. Employees and
representatives of your member school or conference should not discuss the terms of the Settlement with them; nor should
they attempt to answer questions about whether any current or former student-athlete should participate in the Settlement or
whether the Settlement is fair. Current or former student-athletes with questions should be referred to your member schools'
and conferences' legal representatives, who can refer them to the proper parties.
If you have any questions about this memorandum, the process to be followed or the rights or issues involved in the
Settlement, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel:
Mark S. Mester
Latham & Watkins LLP
330 North Wabash Ave., Suite 2800
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 312-876-7623
Fax: 312-993-9767

mark.mester@lw.com
If for any reason you need to communicate with Plaintiffs' counsel regarding the Concussion Injury Litigation.[1], you also
should copy the NCAA's outside counsel on any written communications and inform such counsel of any verbal contact.
Thank you for your anticipated attention and cooperation with this matter.
Instructions to Submit Student-Athletes Contact Information

a.

Go to URL and download a template Census file in Microsoft Excel format.

b.

Once you have downloaded the template Census file, please review the
instructions below to complete your Census.

c.

Once Census is complete, go to URL and click Log In. To log in, you will be
prompted to enter your School ID Code and PIN. Please use the following Login
Information: School ID Code: <SchoolID> , PIN Code: <PIN>.

d.

Enter your School ID Code and PIN then press the Upload Census button. Please
answer the Upload Contact questions.

e.

Under the Upload Your Census section, select your file and click Upload. When it
says Upload 100% next to the file you are uploading, your upload is complete. You
may then upload additional files or you may click Submit Data to securely upload
the student-athlete list(s) to the Notice Administrator.

You will receive an email confirmation after you have successfully finished submitting the studentathlete Census data.
Instructions to Complete Student-Athletes Census
Please review the instructions and complete the Census before returning to the site to upload your
submission.
Completing a Census means providing the first and last name, last known street address, city, state,
and zip of all applicable NCAA student-athletes. If available, please also provide email address &
phone number(s).
While Excel is a common format for most institutions, and the default Census form is in Excel format,
you may already have this data in another tabular format, like Microsoft Access or a tab delimited text
file, and you may submit your data in this tabular format, being sure to adhere to the below Data
Submission Guidelines.

Data Submission Guidelines(Data Submission Instructions document)


Types of Data Files
Data is most efficiently and accurately transmitted within delimited or fixed-width text files, Micrsoft
Excel and Access files or SQL Server backup files. Excel and Access are typically the most
convenient methods for small to moderate volumes of data. Text files are the preferred method for
transferring large volumes of data (hundreds of thousands or millions of records).
Access
The file should contain only the table objects necessary and not include query, form, module, or report
objects. The data should not contain control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc. Date
values should be formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Excel

The file should contain one sheet per dataset. If the number of records exceeds the capacity of the
Excel sheet (too many records) such that the records would need to be split among two or more sheets,
another file format, such as an Access table, should be considered. The file should not include any
unnecessary data or objects, such as images, VBA code, forms, etc. The data should not contain
control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc.
Numeric values should be actual values and not formula or calculation results. Date values should be
formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Delimited Text
The file should be a tab or pipe-delimited format with double-quote text identifiers. Comma separated
files can only be accepted with double-quote text identifiers. Date values should be formatted as
MM/DD/YYYY.
Note: Please include the heading row.
Appendix A: General Data Structure
Regardless of the type of file for transfer the data should contain a single record or line for
each
student athlete with separate data elements (field or column) for each of the following pieces
of information:
First Name *
Last Name *
Address Line 1 *
Address Line 2 *
City *
State *
Zip *
Foreign Province
Foreign Postal Code
Foreign Country
Phone Number
Email Address
* Those elements marked with an asterisk are generally required for all uploads.
Control Values
Control information should be provided for each dataset. Control information should
minimally consist of the number of records per table, sheet or file and ideally include a total of
one of the numerical elements (fields/columns) when practicable. These totals help to ensure
the integrity of the data transfer.
Thank you for your time and attention. Should you have any questions, please email
Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com or call (415) 458-3603 to request assistance.

cc: General counsels of record.


NCAA governance staff - all divisions.
President's cabinet.

[1] Please note that this Settlement doesnot apply to pending or future claims for bodily
injury compensation. The NCAA is vigorously defending bodily injury cases in which it is a
named defendant, whether on a class-wide basis or as individual personal injury actions. If
you have any questions about this memorandum, the status of the litigation or the rights or
issues implicated by the Settlement, please contact either Donald Remy, Scott Bearby or the
NCAA's outside counsel.

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Fwd: Bison Idea
Saturday, July 30, 2016 8:22:22 AM

...gets it away from a beer theme (six pack) ?


Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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---------- Forwarded message ---------From: Jim Roers <jroers@roers.com>


Date: Jul 30, 2016 8:08 AM
Subject: Fwd: Bison Idea
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc:
This is something my granddaughter though you should think about!!
Sent from my iPad
Begin forwarded message:
From: Olivia Jones <
>
Date: July 27, 2016 at 5:15:08 PM CDT
To: <jroers@roers.com>
Subject: Bison Idea
I thought of an idea for a T-Shirt slogan for Bison Football championship shirts
that you can tell Mr. Brichauni or the person running NDSU when it's time for
the football championship. "In the Mix for Six"
Similar to the "Drive for Five" T-Shirts I saw last year.
Olivia

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Gooodunnn...
Friday, July 29, 2016 9:33:07 PM

http://footballscoop.com/news/bowling-greens-new-patriotic-helmets-pay-tribute-111-bgstudents-died-defending-country/

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Dean Bresciani
jhunter@csuniv.edu
Stephanie Wawers
Greetings from NDSU
Thursday, June 23, 2016 11:26:34 AM
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President Hunter
Greetings from North Dakota and NDSU! We are looking forward to hosting the Buccaneers August
27th, for what promises to be another exciting first game of the Division-I football season. If there is
anything my office can do to accommodate or assist you or your staff traveling for the game, please
do let us know. By copy to my Executive Assistant Stephanie Wawers, shell look forward to being a
point of contact on any such assistance.

Not unrelated, please let us know if youll personally be attending the game, as wed want to extend
some special greetings and activities to you if thatll be the case.

Best wishes on your upcoming season, and Ill look forward to CSU be the start of the same for us!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Have a GREAT one!
Friday, June 10, 2016 8:39:34 AM

MattBest wishes for a great birthday!


Dean
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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From:
To:

Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Dean Bresciani
Amy Ochoa; Anuj Teotia; Beth Ingram; Bruce Bollinger; Cassie Johnson; CeCe Rohwedder; Chris Wilson; Chuck
Hoge (chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com); Dale Zetocha; Dean Bresciani; Denise Roehl; Gina Haugen; James
Osland; jan@ndsuresearchpark.com; Janelle Quam; John Glover; Joni Massey; Karen Braun; Kari Sayler; Kathryn
Gordon; Kelly Rusch; Kenneth Grafton; Kim Matzke-Ternes; LaDonna DeGeldere; Laura McDaniel; Linda
Gangelhoff; Lisa Morrison; Marc Wallman; Matt Larsen; Melissa Lamp; Nyra Thornton; Spencer Moir; Timothy
Alvarez; Tran Brunsberg
Invitation
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 8:09:30 AM
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Cabinet members
I have to take full and personal responsibility for an oversight involving a reception for the
Universitys leading Foundation and Alumni Association supporters which will be held after work
tomorrow at the Presidents residence. The oversight was due to my insistence on having the
invitation for you and a guest come from me personallyand then forgetting to send it. Its as if Ive
had something else on my mind? ;-)

I know this is terribly short notice, and please know there is no expectation (even if the invitation
had not been late), but if you are so inclined Id very much enjoy having you joining us tomorrow
afternoon.

Thanks much!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Mary Ellen Mazey
Memorial Helmets
Saturday, July 30, 2016 6:41:44 AM

REALLY like the memorial football helmets. What an incredibly good idea!
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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Dean Bresciani
Darren Mueller
Stephanie Wawers; LaDonna DeGeldere; Matt Larsen
New Softball Coaches
Thursday, July 21, 2016 7:39:36 PM
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Darren
I want them to understand that, right from the start, they are someplace special, where they will get
D-I support of their program that isnt typical, anywhere. End of sentence.. Sooo

While I dont want to overplay this, please let Stephanie know what the wow factor would best
work. Im talking coffee or lunch in my office, dinner on the town, or even dinner at the Presidents
house. You call it

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Attachments:

Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen; Jeremy Jorgenson; Chris Wilson; Beth Ingram; Mark Hagerott (mark.hagerott@ndus.edu)
Stephanie Wawers; LaDonna DeGeldere
RE: : Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:24:50 PM
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All
I would strong encourage that responses to this and any similar email contact come only from the
NDSU Director of Athletics. For even me to dip down to this level of discourse would in my
experience be ill-advised. You will open a door of unimaginable proportions if individuals like this
receive a response.

That said, please know I fully support and agree with the business decision made regarding the
matter, and consider those who made it to be some of the most expert and profession Ive worked
with in my 30+ year career in higher education, which has included experiences at some of the
biggest NCAA D-I universities in the nation (University of Arizona, University of North Carolina-Chapel
Hill, Texas A&M University).

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Chris Wilson
Matt Larsen; Bruce Bollinger; Laura McDaniel
RE: DRAFT invitation for your comment
Friday, July 22, 2016 11:00:10 AM
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Done!
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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On Jul 22, 2016 10:33 AM, Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu> wrote:


Might want to add a sentence that it was all donations, not state funding.

CHRISTOPHER S. WILSON
Chief of Staff / Office of the President

NDSU Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050 / Fargo, ND 58108-6050


p: 701.231.6409 / f: 701.231.8722
www.ndsu.edu

From: Bruce Bollinger


Sent: Friday, July 22, 2016 10:26 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc: Laura McDaniel <laura.mcdaniel@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>;

Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>


Subject: Re: DRAFT invitation for your comment

Sounds good to me.


On Jul 22, 2016, at 8:19 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Chair Neset and Chancellor Hagerott
I would like to invite the SBHE to hold their Oct. 27 meeting in Fargo. On that
day we will be holding the Grand Opening dedication event for NDSU's
Sanford Health Athletic Complex. As you may know, when completed, the
Complex will represent the largest collection of proximal athletic facilities not
only in the state but region. The economic implications for North Dakota are
significant.

Given the statewide asset which the Complex represents, I anticipate attendees
will include a large number of state business leaders, federal and state
legislators, and an otherwise notable list of attendees. Having the SBHE
members there would be an honor for us, and I believe it would also offer the
SBHE some very positive public visibility.

We've taken the liberty to confirm that meeting space is available, and we
would of course also look forward to hosting a Board reception the evening
before.

Please let me know if doing so would be of interest.

Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050

Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Linda Gangelhoff; Todd Phelps
Re: Exemption Approval Request - Women"s Basketball
Friday, July 22, 2016 11:33:41 AM

Approved.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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On Jul 22, 2016 11:28 AM, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu> wrote:


Dean,
Per our conversation, I am requesting an hiring exemption request for the recent vacancy created by
Kachine Alexander's departure from the women's basketball staff. This is magnified by the current search
we have in process to replace Patrick Harrison. Given the critical recruiting period the next month
forwomens basketball and the beginning of school quickly approachingwe are requesting an exemption
from the normal HR procedures in posting this position.
Please let me know if you need any additional information. Thanks for your consideration.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept. 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
www.GoBison.com

From:
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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen; Chris Wilson
RE: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Sunday, July 31, 2016 5:12:12 PM

Im happy to have you respond to him. Thats more than his input warrants. To those copied, Ill
offer my own succinct reaction, and copy you.

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:14 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Subject: FW: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni
Not sure if you both have read this e-mail as of yet. I am more than happy to respond if you would like. Let
me know your thoughts.

Thanks,

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Anthony Meyer <


Date: Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:23 PM
To: Jeremy Jorgenson <jeremy.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>,
Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>, "ndsu presidents.office"
<ndsu.presidents.office@ndsu.edu>, ndsu provost <ndsu.provost@ndsu.edu>
Cc: "mark.hagerott@ndus.edu" <mark.hagerott@ndus.edu>
Subject: Failing the State of North Dakota and NDSU Fans, Students and Alumni

Dear President and Provost,


I am a proud graduate of North Dakota State University. Please know that I, like many, am deeply concerned
with -and disappointed by- conduct within the Athletic department.
Limiting media coverage and degrading the fan experience will not be tolerated at NDSU. Please heed my

warning and take action. Relieve Jeremy Jorgenson and Matthew Larsen from their duties at NDSU.
Please review our core values under the headings People, Culture and Accountability:
We derive strength and vitality from each other and from the diverse communities we serve.??We envision
an academic and social environment that is conducive to intellectual and personal development by
promoting the safety and welfare of all members of the university community.??We promote excellence
through individuals participating in decisions and value cooperation for the common good.
We will be the land-grant university that we want to be by welcoming and respecting differences in people
and ideas.??We support the goals of the North Dakota University System and value collaboration with
colleges and universities around the world.??We foster accessibility to our programs and services.
We have a special relationship with, and are accountable to, the people of North Dakota.??We actively
strive to contribute to our region's economic prosperity and to improve the quality of life.
Ask yourself; are the actions of Matthew Larsen and Jeremy Jorgenson consistent with these expectations?
Please consider my recommendation.
Thank you for your time.
Extremely Concerned Alumni,
Anthony Meyer

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Re: Fwd: Media guidelines and statement attached
Saturday, July 30, 2016 6:30:30 PM

Thanks.
Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
Sent from handheld

On Jul 30, 2016 4:56 PM, Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu> wrote:


Per our conversations this will go out on social media in the next half hour or so.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Ryan Perreault" <ryan.perreault@ndsu.edu>
To: "Matt Larsen" <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>, "Todd Phelps"
<todd.phelps@ndsu.edu>, "Troy Goergen" <troy.m.goergen@ndsu.edu>,
"Jeremy Jorgenson" <jeremy.jorgenson.1@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Media guidelines and statement attached

From:
To:

Subject:
Date:
Attachments:

Dean Bresciani
Amy Ochoa; Anuj Teotia; Beth Ingram; Bruce Bollinger; Cassie Johnson; CeCe Rohwedder; Chris Wilson; Chuck
Hoge (chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com); Dale Zetocha; Denise Roehl; Gina Haugen; James Osland;
jan@ndsuresearchpark.com; Janelle Quam; John Glover; Joni Massey; Karen Braun; Kari Sayler; Kathryn Gordon;
Kelly Rusch; Kenneth Grafton; Kim Matzke-Ternes; LaDonna DeGeldere; Laura McDaniel; Linda Gangelhoff; Lisa
Morrison; Marc Wallman; Matt Larsen; Melissa Lamp; Nyra Thornton; Spencer Moir; Timothy Alvarez; Tran
Brunsberg
RE: Invitation
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 8:22:33 AM
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I clearly cant be trust with even a simple invite. After work is -- 6pm!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Dean Bresciani


Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 8:09 AM
To: Amy Ochoa <amy.ochoa@ndsu.edu>; Anuj Teotia <anuj.teotia@ndsu.edu>; Beth Ingram
<beth.ingram@ndsu.edu>; Bruce Bollinger <bruce.bollinger@ndsu.edu>; Cassie Johnson
<cassandra.j.johnson@ndsu.edu>; CeCe Rohwedder <cece.rohwedder@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson
<christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; Chuck Hoge (chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com)
<chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com>; Dale Zetocha <dzetocha@ndsurf.org>; Dean Bresciani
<dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Denise Roehl <droehl@ndsurf.org>; Gina Haugen
<gina.a.haugen@ndsu.edu>; James Osland <james.osland@ndsu.edu>; jan@ndsuresearchpark.com;
Janelle Quam <janelle.quam@ndsu.edu>; John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>; Joni Massey

<joni.massey@ndsu.edu>; Karen Braun <karen.braun@ndsu.edu>; Kari Sayler


<kari@ndsualumni.com>; Kathryn Gordon <kathryn.gordon@ndsu.edu>; Kelly Rusch
<kelly.rusch@ndsu.edu>; Kenneth Grafton <k.grafton@ndsu.edu>; Kim Matzke-Ternes <kim.matzketernes@ndsu.edu>; LaDonna DeGeldere <ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu>; Laura McDaniel
<laura.mcdaniel@ndsu.edu>; Linda Gangelhoff <linda.gangelhoff@ndsu.edu>; Lisa Morrison
<lisa.c.morrison@ndsu.edu>; Marc Wallman <marc.wallman@ndsu.edu>; Matt Larsen
<matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>; Melissa Lamp <melissa.lamp@ndsu.edu>; Nyra Thornton
<nyra.thornton@ndsu.edu>; Spencer Moir <spencer.moir@ndsu.edu>; Timothy Alvarez
<timothy.alvarez@ndsu.edu>; Tran Brunsberg <tran.brunsberg@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Invitation

Cabinet members
I have to take full and personal responsibility for an oversight involving a reception for the
Universitys leading Foundation and Alumni Association supporters which will be held after work
tomorrow at the Presidents residence. The oversight was due to my insistence on having the
invitation for you and a guest come from me personallyand then forgetting to send it. Its as if Ive
had something else on my mind? ;-)

I know this is terribly short notice, and please know there is no expectation (even if the invitation
had not been late), but if you are so inclined Id very much enjoy having you joining us tomorrow
afternoon.

Thanks much!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From:
To:
Subject:
Date:

Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
RE: Invitation
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 10:52:46 AM

Oh gosh no nono need to cancel.

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 9:59 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: Invitation

Dean,

Thanks for the invite. I had already scheduled a BBQ at my house with the men's basketball staff and
their families for tomorrow night. I can cancel if needed. Let me know if you need me to attend.

Thanks
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

On Jun 29, 2016, at 8:22 AM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:


All
I clearly cant be trust with even a simple invite. After work is -- 6pm!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Dean Bresciani


Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 8:09 AM
To: Amy Ochoa <amy.ochoa@ndsu.edu>; Anuj Teotia <anuj.teotia@ndsu.edu>; Beth
Ingram <beth.ingram@ndsu.edu>; Bruce Bollinger <bruce.bollinger@ndsu.edu>; Cassie
Johnson <cassandra.j.johnson@ndsu.edu>; CeCe Rohwedder
<cece.rohwedder@ndsu.edu>; Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>; Chuck
Hoge (chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com) <chuck@ndsuresearchpark.com>; Dale Zetocha
<dzetocha@ndsurf.org>; Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>; Denise Roehl
<droehl@ndsurf.org>; Gina Haugen <gina.a.haugen@ndsu.edu>; James Osland
<james.osland@ndsu.edu>; jan@ndsuresearchpark.com; Janelle Quam
<janelle.quam@ndsu.edu>; John Glover <john.glover@ndsualumni.com>; Joni Massey
<joni.massey@ndsu.edu>; Karen Braun <karen.braun@ndsu.edu>; Kari Sayler
<kari@ndsualumni.com>; Kathryn Gordon <kathryn.gordon@ndsu.edu>; Kelly Rusch
<kelly.rusch@ndsu.edu>; Kenneth Grafton <k.grafton@ndsu.edu>; Kim Matzke-Ternes
<kim.matzke-ternes@ndsu.edu>; LaDonna DeGeldere
<ladonna.degeldere@ndsu.edu>; Laura McDaniel <laura.mcdaniel@ndsu.edu>; Linda
Gangelhoff <linda.gangelhoff@ndsu.edu>; Lisa Morrison <lisa.c.morrison@ndsu.edu>;
Marc Wallman <marc.wallman@ndsu.edu>; Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>;
Melissa Lamp <melissa.lamp@ndsu.edu>; Nyra Thornton <nyra.thornton@ndsu.edu>;
Spencer Moir <spencer.moir@ndsu.edu>; Timothy Alvarez
<timothy.alvarez@ndsu.edu>; Tran Brunsberg <tran.brunsberg@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Invitation

Cabinet members
I have to take full and personal responsibility for an oversight involving a reception for
the Universitys leading Foundation and Alumni Association supporters which will be
held after work tomorrow at the Presidents residence. The oversight was due to my
insistence on having the invitation for you and a guest come from me personallyand
then forgetting to send it. Its as if Ive had something else on my mind? ;-)

I know this is terribly short notice, and please know there is no expectation (even if
the invitation had not been late), but if you are so inclined Id very much enjoy having
you joining us tomorrow afternoon.

Thanks much!

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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Dean Bresciani
Scott Maher
RE: My Best
Thursday, June 16, 2016 8:06:57 PM
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Scott
While Im bummed that A&M didnt shake out, Im thrilled on all the rest. Congrats to you on so
many fronts! I do hope youll stay in touch.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Scott Maher [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2016 11:45 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: My Best

Dean,
I hope all is well and that you are having a great summer! Are you doing anything fun over the
summer? I know that NDSU keeps you pretty busy.
I have been well as I graduated from NDSU this past May with honors. It was great to see a
familiar face as I walked across the stage. That is a great milestone that I will always cherish.
Thank you for helping me get in touch with some people at Texas A&M. Even though they
did not have any openings I cannot express how much I appreciated it. Although, I am proud

to announce that I am currently getting ready to moving to Wyoming as I have accepted a


football operations position at UW under Coach Bohl. I am also engaged so have been busy
wedding planning. We are getting married next May so we are right under a year out. I also
have been accepted into Liberty Universities online MBA program so I'm excited about that.
I'm also looking for ways to improve and better myself.
Thank you for everything that you did for me while I was at NDSU, I really appreciated it. I
hope to have the opportunity to work with you again someday and I look forward to hear back
from you.
My Best,
Scott

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Chris Wilson
RE: NCAA Presidential Pledge
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 4:15:59 PM
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Ill ask!

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 4:09 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Cc: Chris Wilson <christopher.s.wilson@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: NCAA Presidential Pledge

No real issues from my end. My only question is it mentions periodic reviews. Would they be internal or external?? My
guess is the institution would review their policies periodically, etc to make sure hiring and recruitment practices are in
line with this pledge.
Matthew Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W: 701-231-8985
matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu
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On Jun 8, 2016, at 3:22 PM, Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu> wrote:
Pretty benignbut thought Id check. Any issues?

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

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From: Bernard Franklin [mailto:NCAANews@ncaa.org]


Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 2:12 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: NCAA Presidential Pledge

MEMORANDUM
June 8, 2016
TO:
Presidents and Chancellors of NCAA Member Institutions

FROM:
Michael Drake, co-chair
Deborah Ford, co-chair
L. Jay Lemons, co-chair
NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity
SUBJECT:
NCAA Presidential Pledge
On January 19, 2016, the Board of Governors of the National Collegiate Athletic Association approved a
resolution reaffirming the Association's commitment to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters
equitable participation for student-athletes and career opportunities for coaches and administrators. The Board of
Governors recognized a growing concern with the low representation of racially and ethnically diverse individuals
and women in coaching and athletics administration at all levels.
To address the objectives as set forth in the resolution, the Board of Governors acknowledged the importance of
presidential leadership and appointed an ad hoc committee comprised mostly of presidents and chancellors to
identify strategies and initiatives whereby the Association is encouraged to create more diverse and inclusive
cultures. To that end, the NCAA Board of Governors Ad Hoc Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity
has recommended the adoption of a presidential pledge of commitment whereby presidents and chancellors will
demonstrate their support for increasing diversity through improved pipeline development and targeted hiring
practices on their respective campuses. Please see this draft copy of the presidential pledge.
We plan to request the adoption of this pledge at the Board of Governors meeting in August. Therefore, please
provide any feedback you might have to Bernard Franklin, executive vice president of education and community
engagement/chief inclusion officer, by Friday, June 24. You can send your feedback to bfranklin@ncaa.org.
We should note that the draft presidential pledge has been presented to the NCAA Division I Board of Directors
and NCAA Divisions II and III Presidents Councils during their April 2016 governance meetings, and there was
widespread support for moving the pledge toward ratification.
Thank you for your support of this important and critical endeavor.

BWF:krd
cc:NCAA Conference Commissioners
NCAA Directors of Athletics
Selected NCAA Staff Members

National Collegiate Athletic Association 700 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 US
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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
RE: Notice Assistance with Settlement
Tuesday, August 2, 2016 7:14:45 AM
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Appreciated.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Monday, August 01, 2016 3:32 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Re: Notice Assistance with Settlement
Dean,

Just an update. Scott is going to call fro clarification on a few points and get back to me. Should have some clarity in the next day
or so and will let you know.

Matt Larsen
Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>


Date: Friday, July 29, 2016 at 8:40 AM
To: Matt Larsen <matthew.larsen@ndsu.edu>
Subject: FW: Notice Assistance with Settlement

I dont recall us having any cases responsive to the request below, but please confirm.

Dean

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Donald Remy [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:46 PM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Notice Assistance with Settlement

CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNICATION

MEMORANDUM

July 28, 2016


TO: Division I Presidents.
Division II Presidents.
Division III Presidents.
Division I Directors of Athletics.
Division II Director of Athletics.
Division III Director of Athletics.
Division I Conference Commissioners.
Division II Conference Commissioners.

Division III Conference Commissioners.


FROM: Donald M. Remy, Executive Vice President
of Law, Policy and Governance/Chief Legal Officer.
Scott Bearby, General Counsel.
SUBJECT: Request for Assistance in Providing Notice to Settlement Class Members:
In re National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Concussion
Injury Litigation, No. 13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.).
This message contains important and time sensitive information related to NCAA concussion litigation that is relevant
to your institution. Presidents and athletic directors, as well as institution counsel for which we have contact
information, are receiving this document. We encourage you to confer and designate a point person on your campus
who will coordinate the response requested below. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.
As many of you know, the NCAA reached a proposed class action settlement in the In re National Collegiate Athletic
Association Student-Athlete Concussion Injury Litigation, No. 1:13-cv-09116, MDL No. 2492 (N.D. Ill.) ("Concussion Injury
Litigation"), the consolidated concussion injury / medical monitoring lawsuit pending in federal court in Chicago.
On July 15, 2016, the Court preliminarily approved the settlement, including the form and manner of providing notice to
potential Settlement Class Members.
In its preliminary approval order, the Court ordered that notice be completed by January 13, 2017. We must give effective and
proper notice of the proposed settlement to Settlement Class Members in compliance with the Court's Order, including mailed
notice. (There may also be a certain amount of publication notice.)
We write to ask for your assistance with the required notice. In particular, the NCAA needs the names and last-known contact
information of potential Settlement Class Members. NCAA member institution assistance is criticalto accomplishing effective
class notice.
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
Essentially, the member schools (and if necessary their alumni associations) will upload the names and last-known contact
information of Settlement Class Members, who are current and former student-athletes, onto a confidential website created by
the Court-appointed Settlement Administrator, Gilardi & Co. Gilardi will work with the schools and alumni associations to
make the process as efficient and flexible as possible, taking into account the varying data capabilities and protocols of the
schools and alumni associations. The process for getting the names of potential class members and for providing the lastknown contact information is described in the instructions at the end of this memorandum.
The Proposed Settlement
The Settlement Class is defined in the Settlement Agreement as follows: All Persons who played an NCAA-sanctioned sport
at an NCAA member institution on or prior to the Preliminary Approval Date. The "Preliminary Approval Date" means the
date the Preliminary Approval Order was entered by the Court, namely July 15, 2016.
The proposed settlement releases the NCAA and its member institutions from medical monitoring claims relating to
concussions or sub-concussive hits or contact. Settlement Class Members, however, retain the right to bring bodily injury
claims on an individual basis and on behalf of a class of persons who played a single NCAA-sanctioned sport at a single
NCAA member school. In exchange for the Release, the NCAA and its insurers have agreed to pay $70 million to create a
Medical Monitoring Fund, which will be used to pay the expenses associated with a Medical Monitoring Program. Settlement
Class Members will be eligible to participate in the Medical Monitoring Program by completing a screening questionnaire to
assess, detect and/or diagnose any conditions, symptoms or injuries from concussions or the accumulation of sub-concussive
hits. The Settlement also requires the NCAA and/or its member institutions to implement certain return-to-play guidelines.
Notice to the Settlement Class: Names and Last-Known Addresses
As noted, adequate notice to the Settlement Class is essential to securing the benefits and protections of the proposed
settlement for the NCAA and your schools and conferences.
Under the Court's July 15, 2016 Order, the NCAA is required to ask its member institutions and their affiliated alumni
associations to provide to the Settlement Administrator (Gilardi) the names and last-known contact information of potential
Settlement Class Members. If a school or alumni association does not voluntarily provide this information, Class
Counsel may need to pursue other means, including issuing a subpoena, to get the required information. Once we
obtain this information, the Settlement Administrator will mail the Settlement Notice to potential Settlement Class Members.

For purposes of the notice process, there is a website for you to provide the required information. Additional technical details
on the process are at the end of this memorandum and in the separate attached instructions document. The instructions can
also be found on Gilardi's webpage here:
https://gilardigateway.com/CollegeAthleteConcussionSettlement/uploadmanager
We ask that you upload onto the Gilardi website the contact information you have on student-athletes at your institutions who
participated in any NCAA sanctioned sport. The type of information required will be in a template form on the website and
will include the following fields: (1) first name, (2) last name and middle initial, (3) last-known street address, (4) city,
(5) state, (6) zip code, (7) e-mail address(es), and (8) telephone number(s). If you do not have information for a particular
field, you may leave it blank, but we ask that you provide as much information as possible.
We ask that you provide the required information as soon as possible, but in any event,no later than September 15,
2016.
The Settlement Administrator
If you have any questions about using the spreadsheets or another electronic file formats, signing up to receive login
credentials, editing the spreadsheets, and/or securely submitting the data, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel (whose
contact information is provided at the end of this document), or the Settlement Administrator, and they will assist you. The
contact information for the Settlement Administrator is as follows:
Gilardi & Co. LLC
Rachel Christman
Email: Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com
Phone: (415) 458-3603
***Please note: You may recall that in the White settlement, you had the option of sending the mailed notice directly to
potential class members. Please do not do so this time. You also should not send any student-athlete information or the
spreadsheet to the attorneys representing the Class Members. Instead, please use the method described above to send the
information directly to the Settlement Administrator.
Seeking Assistance from Alumni Associations
The NCAA recognizes that some institutions may not have complete last-known contact information for some Settlement
Class Members. Please provide as much information as you have to the Settlement Administrator, and please note any issues
that you otherwise have.
If you believe that your institution's alumni association may have better or additional contact information for Settlement Class
Members, we ask that you contact your institution's alumni association (both any outside and in-house entities) for assistance.
Communications Regarding the Settlement
Current and former student-athletes at your member schools may have questions about the Settlement. Employees and
representatives of your member school or conference should not discuss the terms of the Settlement with them; nor should
they attempt to answer questions about whether any current or former student-athlete should participate in the Settlement or
whether the Settlement is fair. Current or former student-athletes with questions should be referred to your member schools'
and conferences' legal representatives, who can refer them to the proper parties.
If you have any questions about this memorandum, the process to be followed or the rights or issues involved in the
Settlement, please contact the NCAA's outside counsel:
Mark S. Mester
Latham & Watkins LLP
330 North Wabash Ave., Suite 2800
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 312-876-7623
Fax: 312-993-9767
mark.mester@lw.com
If for any reason you need to communicate with Plaintiffs' counsel regarding the Concussion Injury Litigation.[1], you also
should copy the NCAA's outside counsel on any written communications and inform such counsel of any verbal contact.
Thank you for your anticipated attention and cooperation with this matter.
Instructions to Submit Student-Athletes Contact Information

a.

Go to URL and download a template Census file in Microsoft Excel format.

b.

Once you have downloaded the template Census file, please review the
instructions below to complete your Census.

c.

Once Census is complete, go to URL and click Log In. To log in, you will be
prompted to enter your School ID Code and PIN. Please use the following Login
Information: School ID Code: <SchoolID> , PIN Code: <PIN>.

d.

Enter your School ID Code and PIN then press the Upload Census button. Please
answer the Upload Contact questions.

e.

Under the Upload Your Census section, select your file and click Upload. When it
says Upload 100% next to the file you are uploading, your upload is complete. You
may then upload additional files or you may click Submit Data to securely upload
the student-athlete list(s) to the Notice Administrator.

You will receive an email confirmation after you have successfully finished submitting the studentathlete Census data.
Instructions to Complete Student-Athletes Census
Please review the instructions and complete the Census before returning to the site to upload your
submission.
Completing a Census means providing the first and last name, last known street address, city, state,
and zip of all applicable NCAA student-athletes. If available, please also provide email address &
phone number(s).
While Excel is a common format for most institutions, and the default Census form is in Excel format,
you may already have this data in another tabular format, like Microsoft Access or a tab delimited text
file, and you may submit your data in this tabular format, being sure to adhere to the below Data
Submission Guidelines.

Data Submission Guidelines(Data Submission Instructions document)


Types of Data Files
Data is most efficiently and accurately transmitted within delimited or fixed-width text files, Micrsoft
Excel and Access files or SQL Server backup files. Excel and Access are typically the most
convenient methods for small to moderate volumes of data. Text files are the preferred method for
transferring large volumes of data (hundreds of thousands or millions of records).
Access
The file should contain only the table objects necessary and not include query, form, module, or report
objects. The data should not contain control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc. Date
values should be formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.
Excel
The file should contain one sheet per dataset. If the number of records exceeds the capacity of the
Excel sheet (too many records) such that the records would need to be split among two or more sheets,
another file format, such as an Access table, should be considered. The file should not include any
unnecessary data or objects, such as images, VBA code, forms, etc. The data should not contain
control characters such as carriage return, line feed, tab, etc.
Numeric values should be actual values and not formula or calculation results. Date values should be
formatted as MM/DD/YYYY.

Delimited Text
The file should be a tab or pipe-delimited format with double-quote text identifiers. Comma separated
files can only be accepted with double-quote text identifiers. Date values should be formatted as
MM/DD/YYYY.
Note: Please include the heading row.
Appendix A: General Data Structure
Regardless of the type of file for transfer the data should contain a single record or line for
each
student athlete with separate data elements (field or column) for each of the following pieces
of information:
First Name *
Last Name *
Address Line 1 *
Address Line 2 *
City *
State *
Zip *
Foreign Province
Foreign Postal Code
Foreign Country
Phone Number
Email Address
* Those elements marked with an asterisk are generally required for all uploads.
Control Values
Control information should be provided for each dataset. Control information should
minimally consist of the number of records per table, sheet or file and ideally include a total of
one of the numerical elements (fields/columns) when practicable. These totals help to ensure
the integrity of the data transfer.
Thank you for your time and attention. Should you have any questions, please email
Rachel.Christman@gilardi.com or call (415) 458-3603 to request assistance.
cc: General counsels of record.
NCAA governance staff - all divisions.
President's cabinet.

[1] Please note that this Settlement doesnotapply to pending or future claims for bodily
injury compensation. The NCAA is vigorously defending bodily injury cases in which it is a
named defendant, whether on a class-wide basis or as individual personal injury actions. If
you have any questions about this memorandum, the status of the litigation or the rights or
issues implicated by the Settlement, please contact either Donald Remy, Scott Bearby or the
NCAA's outside counsel.

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Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
RE: Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 10:50:26 AM
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Thank you for thoroughly outlining the situation. I see not practical choice but to approve your
request. Good luck!

Dean Bresciani

Dean L. Bresciani, President


NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
MemBer

oF the

11 CamPus North Dakota University System

102 Old Main


Dept. 1000, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Office 701.231.7211

dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
www.ndsu.edu

From: Matt Larsen


Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 10:30 AM
To: Dean Bresciani <dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu>
Subject: Softball Assistant Coach - Exemption Approval Request

Dean,

With the recent hiring of Jamie Trachsel at Iowa State and her subsequent hiring of current NDSU pitching
coach, Brynne Dordel, I am requesting a hiring exemption from the normal HR procedures in posting these
two coaching vacancies. July is a critical recruiting period for the softball program and to be down two
coaches during this time is not ideal. Our goal is to get the staff filled by early July to allow the full staff to
be on the road recruiting.

Please let me know if you need any additional information and/or justification. Thanks for your
consideration.

Matt Larsen

Director of Athletics
North Dakota State University
NDSU Dept 1200
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
W 701-231-8985
Matthew.Larsen@ndsu.edu
GoBison.com

From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:

Dean Bresciani
Matt Larsen
Todd Phelps; Raina Bergland
Time for Delta to Kick It Up a Notch
Monday, July 25, 2016 2:57:06 PM

Dean L. Bresciani, President

North Dakota State University


102 Old Main
Dept 1000, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND. 58108-6050
Office: 701-231-7211
dean.bresciani@ndsu.edu
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NDSU Athletics
Revenues & Expenses
Fiscal 2016 to 2011
2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

Revenues:
Advertising - Other

Advertising from Media Contracts

50,875

601,537

Commissions
Camps & Events
Guarantees

36,575

549,808

18,043

503,924

24,204

427,608

23,038

341,091

28,003
286,529

805,799

699,712

599,118

486,475

276,902

191,257

1,477,442

1,561,496

1,397,896

1,374,709

1,365,419

1,153,141

252,354

469,500

654,000

433,000

598,500

533,000

1,321,705

1,468,184

1,266,087

971,869

728,632

623,516

Concession Sales

19,964

24,699

60,988

59,532

43,960

40,318

Shipping Charges

207,137

167,264

193,095

117,996

106,377

Season Tickets

2,430,260

2,215,552

1,721,326

1,678,911

1,132,734

1,065,220

Single Games

2,211,604

2,121,257

1,837,819

1,646,705

1,680,977

914,938

Sponsorships

505,700

556,646

469,078

393,772

376,801

794,533

6,646,471

4,373,568

3,960,552

3,406,240

2,857,692

2,259,954

Other Services

Gifts
Interdepartmental Revenue

Total Revenues

36,450

11,600

36,663

34,288

31,584

999

16,567,297

14,255,862

12,718,587

11,055,309

9,563,708

7,891,408

8,327,161

7,867,233

7,665,433

6,848,142

6,389,809

6,133,423

Expenditures:
Salaries & Wages
Operating Expenses &
Equipment
Scholarships

Total Expenditures

11,516,661

10,899,454

9,340,876

8,425,059

7,304,327

6,267,294

3,658,390

3,501,743

3,461,089

3,270,917

2,993,457

2,772,527

23,502,212

22,268,430

20,467,398

18,544,118

16,687,593

15,173,244

2,766,746

2,697,134

2,588,181

2,014,467

1,437,185

1,377,229

Other Transfers/
Additions/Deductions:
State Appropriation
Revenues
Other Transfers-Academic Collegiate
Enhancement

4,474,726

University Local Funds

(16,246)

Other Local Fund Contribution


$

8,644,283

Net Increase (Decrease)


Beg. Net Position
Ending Net Position

1,709,369

48,550

$
$

713,765
2,423,134

$
$

665,217
713,766

8,061,118

(178,000)

4,762,061

490

1,136,761
$

(143,853)

4,704,197

1,500,061

Total Transfers/
Additions/Deductions

(158,851)

4,269,109

680,857

1,419,057

Student Activity Fees

(151,440)

3,183,066

4,868,891

1,087,048

1,062,557

7,842,611

7,647,351

93,799

158,541

$
$

571,418
665,217

$
$

412,876
571,418

$
$

7,117,950

1,135,740
$

(5,935) $
418,812
412,877

$
$

7,203,860

(77,977)
496,789
418,812

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