University Council
University at Albany
Resolution
September 26, 2014
To: Members of the Council
From: Michael J. Castellana, Chair
Re Recognition of Pierre L. Alric’s Service to the University
I recommend that the Council adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Pierre L. Alric served for twelve years as a member of the University Council; and
WHEREAS, during that term he served with high merit and great commitment; and
WHEREAS, he brought to the Council a breadth of experience from his professional career
along with an a deep understanding of the role of the Council as specified under Section 356 of
the New Y ork Education Law; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure he played an important leadership role with the Association of
Council Members and College Trustees of the State University of New Y ork; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure the Council addressed major budgetary issues affecting the
University; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure the Council also considered and endorsed the largest capital
construction proposals since the establishment of the Uptown Campus, including new residential
and academic buildings, a Sports Complex and Stadium and major facility renovations on both
the Uptown and Downtown Campuses; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure the Council reviewed and supported several significant campus
initiatives including the SUNY 2020 Proposal and the comprehensive Campus Strategic Plan;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Alric, throughout his tenure on the Council demonstrated steadfast and
unwavering commitment to the continuing development of the University at Albany, serving on
the Strategic Planning Committee, numerous Budgetary Advisement Committees and Search
Committees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the University Council recognizes and
expresses its deep appreciation and gratitude to Pierre L. Alric for his twelve years of exemplary
service, dedication and stewardship in advancing the University at Albany as a major public
research university, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Council and the University acknowledge the time and effort which he
generously gave to the important work which the Council undertakes in fulfilling its oversight
and advisory responsibilities, as well as supporting the Campus by his active participation, and
be it further
RESOLVED, that the Council and University extend best wishes to him as he leaves this formal
position and hope that future opportunities may renew his affiliation.
