The Omaha League of Women Voters' annual Guide to the General Election solicited statements from the four candidates for the two Omaha-area seats on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. Among the questions they asked were the following:
"4. How will you assure financial oversight of athletic programs in the University system?
District 4
NAGENGAST: Improve transparency and accountability by defining reporting relationships and oversight responsibilities. Clearly define relationships between alumni, boosters and the athletic department. Implement one accounting software system across the University. Monitor financial results by individual sport. Communicate budget variances to all stakeholders. Evaluate leadership on athletic team performance and budget performance.
WHITEHOUSE: No response.
District 8
FERLIC: Transparency and accountability with proper accounting controls are necessary when we mix public and private funds. A third independent party should sign off on all receipts expenditures to assure that they conform to University policies and practices.
RUSSELL: Internal audits need to be put in place & monitored by Central Administration & presented to the Board of Regents."