Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
Employer identification number
36-2167855
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status
(All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II or Type III supporting organization, check this box
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g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization?
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11g(i)
(ii)
a family member of a person described in (i) above?
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11g(ii)
(iii)
a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above?
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11g(iii)
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization
(ii) EIN
(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii) Amount of support?
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the
organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to
qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2006
(b) 2007
(c) 2008
(d) 2009
(e) 2010
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4
Total. Add lines 1 through 3..
5
The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included
on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6
Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2006
(b) 2007
(c) 2008
(d) 2009
(e) 2010
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (See instructions.)
..................
12
13
First Five Years
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here..........................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public Support Percentage for 2010 (line 6 column (f) divided by line 11 column (f))
.........
14
15
Public Support Percentage for 2009 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2010.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2009.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2010.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
..................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2009.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
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18
Private Foundation
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization
failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under
the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2006
(b) 2007
(c) 2008
(d) 2009
(e) 2010
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2
Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6
Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b
Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
8
Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2006
(b) 2007
(c) 2008
(d) 2009
(e) 2010
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
11
Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
13
Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).
14
First Five Years
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public Support Percentage for 2010 (line 8 column (f) divided by line 13 column (f))
.........
15
16
Public support percentage from 2009 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2010 (line 10c column (f) divided by line 13 column (f))
......
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2009 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2010.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3% and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
..........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2009.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
....
20
Private Foundation
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Additional Data
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SCHEDULE E(Form 990 or 990-EZ) Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
SchoolsComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 13, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 48. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
Employer identification number
36-2167855
Part I
YES
NO
1
Does the organization have a racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students by statement in its charter, bylaws,
other governing instrument, or in a resolution of its governing body?
......................
1
Yes
2
Does the organization include a statement of its racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students in all its
brochures, catalogues, and other written communications with the public dealing with student admissions,
programs, and scholarships?
......................................
2
Yes
3
Has the organization publicized its racially nondiscriminatory policy through newspaper or broadcast media during
the period of solicitation for students, or during the registration period if it has no solicitation program, in a way
that makes the policy known to all parts of the general community it serves? If "Yes," please describe. If "No,"
please explain. If you need more space use Part II.
.............................
3
Yes
4
Does the organization maintain the following?
a
Records indicating the racial composition of the student body, faculty, and administrative staff?
..........
4a
Yes
b
Records documenting that scholarships and other financial assistance are awarded on a racially nondiscriminatory
Other extracurricular activities?
.....................................
5h
No
If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
6a
Does the organization receive any financial aid or assistance from a governmental agency?
............
6a
Yes
b
Has the organization's right to such aid ever been revoked or suspended?
...................
6b
No
If you answered "Yes" to either line 6a or line 6b, explain on Part II.
7
Does the organization certify that it has complied with the applicable requirements of sections 4.01 through 4.05
of Rev. Proc. 75-50, 1975-2 C.B. 587, covering racial nondiscrimination? If "No," explain on Part II.
7
Yes
Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50085D
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part I, lines 3, 4d, 5h, 6b, and 7, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any other additional information (see instructions).
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
SCHEDULE E, PART I, LINE 3
RACIALLY NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY
THE SCHOOL'S NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY IS PUBLISHED IN NEWSPAPER ADS AND UNIVERSITY VIEWBOOKS.
SCHEDULE E, PART I, LINE 6A
FINANCIAL AID OR ASSISTANCE FROM A GOVERNMENT AGENCY
THE UNIVERSITY RECEIVES FUNDS FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR SEVERAL STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING THE FEDERAL PELL GRANT PROGRAM, FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT PROGRAM, FEDERAL WORK-STUDY PROGRAM, FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN PROGRAM, FEDERAL FAMILY EDUCATION LOAN PROGRAM, ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANT, AND NATIONAL SMART GRANT. THE UNIVERSITY ALSO RECEIVES STATE FUNDING FROM THE ILLINOIS MONETARY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Additional Data
Software ID:
Software Version:
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SCHEDULE O (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ
Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
Employer identification number
36-2167855
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4D
Auxiliary Services
TOTAL EXPENSES $3,601,196 (INCLUDING NO GRANTS) TOTAL REVENUE $5,553,788 Auxiliary Services includes student housing and campus dining. The university offers four campus residence hall options as well as nearby off-site housing. Housing includes a variety of options ranging from suites to single rooms. The student meal plan can be tailored for a number of flex meal arrangements and can be used at a several campus dining facilities. Approximately 40% of the student population takes advantage of housing opportunities. Auxiliaries also include activity of the Performing Arts Center, which offers a variety of musical and theater acts to the university and nearby communities. Theater productions are integrated with the undergraduate theater program and utilize many students as part of the productions. Theater students also learn and assist with box office, stage crew and audience/guest artist, and support all musical events.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 1B
Number of independent voting members
Voting Members not considered Independent: 1. Therese Hogan: is a trustee who is a faculty member and therefore, receives compensation from the University. Not Independent. 2. Donna Carroll: Donna Carroll is the President of the University (officer) and a trustee and therefore, receives compensation from the University. Not Independent. 3. Jason Salazar: is a student and a trustee who worked as a student worker and received compensation and grants from the University for such services. Not independent. 4. James Winikates: is a trustee who works as an adjunct professor. Not Independent.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 2
Family relationships or Business relationships
Raymond Parmer, a trustee, is the son of Carolyn Noonan Parmer, Trustee Emeritus of Dominican University. Martin R. Castro has a business relationship with another Trustee. James Donahugh has a family relationship with a member of the University.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 5
SIGNIFICANT DIVERSION OF ORGANIZATION'S ASSETS
During the fiscal year 2011, it was discovered that the investment manager retained to manage the investments for the deferred compensation plan had misappropriated funds. The fraud took place over the period beginning in July 2006 and continued thereafter through April 2007. In total, the investment manager diverted approximately $329,000 from the account while at the same time issuing fictitious monthly statements. The University has engaged counsel to pursue this matter.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 6
RIGHTS OF MEMBERS
Members elect the members of the governing body and approve significant decisions of the governing body.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 7A
MEMBER ELECTIONS
Members may appoint different members when the members decide to increase the number of members, or when the vacancies occur by reason of death, resignation, failure of qualification, or otherwise.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 7B
DECISIONS SUBJECT TO APPROVAL
Members amend, restate, or modify the articles of incorporation and the bylaws of the university. Also they approve the acquisition, purchase, sale, mortgage, lease, transfer, or encumbrance of the real property owned by the university. Members ratify the appointment, removal, or replacement of any one or more of the trustees, and approve any plan for dissolution, merger, consolidation, or liquidation of the university.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 10
BOARD REVIEW OF 990
After the tax returns have been reviewed by the grant Thornton tax services team, returns will be provided to the audit and risk management committee. At the meeting, GT along with staff will go over any significant changes. Tax return will be approved at the audit and risk management meeting with the understanding that the senior vp of administration will review and finalize any follow-up that may be requested at the meeting. Any follow-ups to the items presented at the meeting will be completed by the staff and reviewed by grant Thornton tax Service team and final approval by the senior vp of administration. Approval by A&RM committee will be noted in the minutes. A copy of the tax return will be emailed to all members of the board of trustees prior to being filed.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 12C
CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY
Dominican University has a written Conflict of Interest Policy (the policy) that has been approved by the Board of Trustees, which covers each member of the board of trustees, officers and key employees of the Dominican University. The policy requires each member of the Board of Trustees and officers annually 1) to review the policy; 2) to disclose any possible personal, family or business relationships that reasonably could give rise to a conflict involving the University; 3) to acknowledge by his or her signature that he or she is in accordance with the policy. Annually, the policy is mailed to all Trustees and officers for review, sign-off, and return. Follow-up calls and emails are made to ensure all forms are returned timely. Responses are collected and reviewed by the Compliance and Financial Reporting Manager to determine whether conflicts exist. The Board of Trustees performs due diligence process as documented in the policy in determining the proposed or disclosed potential conflict of interest situation. This would include 1) any material facts of the proposed or disclosed transaction not known to the board or committee; 2) the trustee's or officer's interest or relationship with respect to the proposed or disclosed transaction. The presence of a trustee or officer who is directly or indirectly a party to a proposed transaction may not be counted when the board or the committee of the board takes action on the proposed transaction. However, this individual may be counted in determining whether a quorum is present for that particular meeting. For the fiscal year of 2011 Dominican university has sent out a conflict of interest policy along with Form 990 Disclosure Questionnaire to all board of trustees, officers, and key employees, but five of the board members did not respond to the questionnaire. Management is confident that these board members do not have any family or business relationships that would result in a conflict of interest situation.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 15B
COMPENSATION PROCESS FOR THE PRESIDENT AND OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES
Compensation for the President of the University is determined by the Board of Trustees. Annually, they determine the base compensation based on the comparability data provided by the Director of Human Resources. Bonuses and other indirect compensation is based on meeting stated goals, which are approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees annually and included as part of the President's contract. Bonuses for the president are determined by the Executive Compensation Committee of the Board of Trustees annually as part of her evaluation. Bonuses for other members of the senior management team are determined by the President. For all other top management positions such as officers, key employees, and academic deans, the President determines the initial compensation based on the data that the Director of Human Resources gathered in relation to market data for similar positions. Annually the Director of Human Resources reviews all compensation including the senior or top management for equity. Any compensation recommendation is approved by the President and the Senior Vice President of Administration. The compensation review process for the president, officers, and key employees is completed on an annual basis.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 19
ORGANIZATION DOCUMENTS
Dominican does not make its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, or financial statements available to the public but they are available upon request.
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5
OTHER CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES
NET UNREALIZED GAINS/(LOSS) 4,563,227
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.