2019-05-15T12:43:01-05:00 2018-06-30 350921680 CROWE LLP 401 East Las Olas Blvd Suite 1100 Fort Lauderdale FL 333014230 990 2017-07-01 591023117 Lynn University Inc LYNN 5612377181 3601 North Military Trail Boca Raton FL 33431 Laurie Levine VP Business & Finance 2019-05-15 true BRITTNEY KOCAJ P01320603 9542028600 2017 2019-02-21 02:37:17Z Kevin Ross 3601 North Military Trail Boca Raton FL 33431 113748500 false X www.lynn.edu X 1962 FL The mission of Lynn University is to provide an innovative, global and personalized education that enables students to realize their potential. 12 11 1442 11 -67487 -51203 8389758 6433610 99685450 103994944 228340 441694 1234668 1240945 109538216 112111193 20197910 24091912 0 47718675 52595277 0 6656286 35710251 39525769 103626836 116212958 5911380 -4101765 181246307 190610768 70902180 80840869 110344127 109769899 X Founded in 1962 and located in Boca Raton, Fla., Lynn University is a private, coeducational institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). (Continued in Schedule O) false false 52032652 19514449 59110420 THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS BACHELOR'S, MASTER'S AND A DOCTORAL DEGREE. THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR TRADITIONAL-AGED STUDENTS, AS WELL AS A GROWING POPULATION OF ADULT LEARNERS. LYNN UNIVERSITY HAS APPROXIMATELY 3,000 STUDENTS FROM NEARLY 100 COUNTRIES AND NEARLY ALL 50 STATES. THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS 48 UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS AND 29 GRADUATE SPECIALIZATIONS. LYNN UNIVERSITY IS PROUD OF ITS TRADITION OF EDUCATING MEN AND WOMEN WHO ASSUME POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND BECOME LEADERS IN THEIR CHOSEN PROFESSIONS. (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O) 24872153 0 29860482 A PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES COMPLEMENTS THE ACADEMIC CURRICULUM. STUDENTS CHOOSE THOSE ACTIVITIES THAT WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ENJOYMENT - STUDENT GOVERNMENT, SERVICE CLUBS, SPORTS, SOCIAL FRATERNITIES, AND NUMEROUS SPECIAL INTEREST ORGANIZATIONS. IN ADDITION, THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS A FORMAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM. TITLED THE LYNN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (LLI), WHICH IS A MULTI-YEAR COHORT STYLE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM(CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O). 19836752 4577463 13581737 THE UNIVERSITY MAINTAINS SIX RESIDENCE HALLS THAT PROVIDE FULL LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THEUNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENT POPULATION. EACH ROOM IS FURNISHED TO MEET STUDENTS' NEEDS, INCLUDING TV CABLE AND WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE. STUDENTS LIVING ON CAMPUS ARE REQUIRED TO BE ON THE UNIVERSITY MEAL PLAN. SODEXO IS THE FOOD SERVICE VENDOR, AND THE CULINARY EXPERIENCE INCLUDES 24/7 DINING. COMMUTER STUDENTS, FACULTY, STAFF AND VISITORS CAN PURCHASE BLOCK MEAL PLANS. THE LYNN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS STORE OFFERS SCHOOL-BRANDED CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, AND VARIOUS OTHER SUPPLIES. 1700001 0 2380411 CLASSICAL MUSIC IS PROVIDED TO THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PUBLIC BY STUDENTS AND FACULTY IN THE LYNN UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC. ADDITIONALLY, PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND MUSICIANS PERFORM ON CAMPUS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. MANY OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED IN THE REALM OF "IDEAS," THROUGH LECTURES AND COMMUNITY DISCOURSE. DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS BETWEEN ACADEMIC YEARS FOR TRADITIONAL COLLEGE STUDENTS, A PORTION OF THE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES ARE USED TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION TO A COMBINED ENROLLMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 1,500 CHILDREN ATTENDING THREE THREE-WEEK SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS AND TO GROUPS OF ADULTS ENROLLED IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. 1700001 2380411 98441558 true true false false false false true false true true true false false true true true false true false true false false false true false false false true true true false false false false false false true false true false true false false false false true false false false true 3701 0 true 1442 true true true false false false false true true true false false false X 12 11 true false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true true true X Laurie Levine VP-Bus Fin 5612377181 3601 North Military Trail Boca Raton FL 33431 Kevin M Ross President 40.0 X X 469896 0 220623 Christine Lynn Chairperson 2.0 X X 0 0 0 Stephen Snyder Trustee/vice chair 2.0 X X 0 0 0 John Langan Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 James Milby Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 J Hagood Ellison Jr Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Brad Osborne Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Victoria Rixon Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Bill Shubin Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Jan Carlsson Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 William Rehrig Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Paul Robino Trustee 2.0 X 0 0 0 Gareth P Fowles VP for Enrollment Management 40.0 X 228918 0 41925 Laurie Levine VP for Business and Finance 40.0 X 253210 0 95124 Gregory J Malfitano SVP for Development & Administration 40.0 X 312721 0 40700 Gregg C Cox VP for Academic Affairs 40.0 X 227302 0 26492 Christian G Boniforti Chief Information Officer 40.0 X 231028 0 56406 Michael Antonello General Counsel 40.0 X 191243 0 12928 Sherrie Weldon Chief Marketing Officer 40.0 X 212296 0 32327 Anthony Altieri VP for Student Life 40.0 X 124194 0 8374 Ralph J Norcio Associate Dean, Business School 40.0 X 223111 0 34014 Ralph T Good Dean College of Business 40.0 X 191490 0 20294 Diane M Dicerbo Director of Academic Advising 40.0 X 173389 0 32444 Katrina Carter-Tellison Dean - College of Liberal Education 40.0 X 168364 0 35933 Matthew P Chaloux Director, Auxiliary Services 40.0 X 159983 0 33221 3167145 0 690805 33 false true false GERRITTS CONSTRUCTION 8177 GLADES ROAD BOCA RATON FL 33434 General Construction 13240272 M Arthur Gensler Jr & Associates 2020 K Street Washington DC 20006 Architectural Services 534415 Akerman LLP PO Box 4906 Orlando FL 32802 Legal 326469 JKG Group Inc 740 S Powerline Rd Deerfield Beach FL 33442 Printing services 293535 Academy Bus LLC 111 Paterson Avenue Hoboken NJ 07030 Transportation 222508 12 44575 637201 5751834 1602064 6433610 Student Tuition and related fees 611710 88224508 88224508 Residence hall, room and board fees 611710 13221918 13221918 Camp fees 900099 2074304 2074304 Bookstore sales 451211 159819 159819 Student activity income 611710 314395 314395 0 0 0 0 103994944 324591 -67487 392078 413923 128244 285679 0 285679 285679 1532519 47700 1381616 81500 150903 -33800 117103 117103 58562 44575 45947 12615 12615 4545 4545 4545 Community cultural affairs 900099 431999 431999 Contract revenue 900099 200000 200000 Other Income 900099 306107 306107 0 0 0 0 938106 112111193 104933050 -67487 812020 24091912 24091912 2904062 898885 1568957 436220 390853 128698 93737 168418 37306453 30924083 3534122 2848248 1342231 1018344 203371 120516 7914324 6180415 1109378 624531 2737354 2200048 317164 220142 180211 180211 181674 181674 544745 544745 1161603 462924 138787 559892 2489443 1929619 12403 547421 7129270 6620253 247831 261186 1557696 323636 1195132 38928 5867833 5056374 642581 168878 1875775 1673388 84373 118014 181955 117377 45784 18794 1242832 1155833 62142 24857 8553728 7954967 427686 171075 2107319 1980368 90460 36491 Recruitment Expenses 1080516 1034720 45796 Student programming 1281560 1270842 6596 4122 Study tours/instructional fees 833700 833700 3255909 2585172 382184 288553 116212958 98441558 11115114 6656286 9300 9933 16612220 11228272 10097942 7446228 984653 1387867 0 0 0 1795781 1760549 230127 225209 612321 517933 234044132 104460574 117011230 129583558 6231614 7118030 27089271 28647971 0 852194 571848 1833024 181246307 190610768 6449008 10255849 11391555 13502949 46195497 52827898 0 6363 0 6859757 4254173 70902180 80840869 X 65619834 61685924 21644401 24517923 23079892 23566052 110344127 109769899 181246307 190610768 X -4101765 2250873 1276664 X false true X true true true X 7519132 6458758 14695953 8389758 6433610 43497211 0 0 7519132 6458758 14695953 8389758 6433610 43497211 16776415 26720796 731134 667650 783389 646756 806001 3634930 6848 0 0 7143 0 13991 881344 815647 804155 995202 1001213 4497561 51643693 465475454 0.5174 0.4844 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 3 Explanation of filing TO QUALIFY FOR LIMITED DONOR DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SPECIAL RULE ON SCHEDULE B, THE PUBLIC SUPPORT TEST HAS BEEN COMPLETED TO DEMONSTRATE THE UNIVERSITY MEETS THE QUANTITATIVE SUPPORT TEST UNDER SECTION 509(A)(1) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, WHICH REQUIRES AN ORGANIZATION TO RECEIVE A SUBSTANTIAL PART OF ITS SUPPORT FROM A GOVERNMENTAL UNIT OR FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC. Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other Income DESCRIPTION - GROSS INCOME FROM FUNDRAISING EVENTS, COLUMN A - 32842.0, COLUMN B - 41700.0, COLUMN C - 48058.0, COLUMN D - 58485.0, COLUMN E - 58562.0, COLUMN F - 239647.0; DESCRIPTION - GROSS INCOME FROM GAMING, COLUMN A - 3660.0, COLUMN B - 3465.0, COLUMN C - 6677.0, COLUMN D - 6097.0, COLUMN E - 4545.0, COLUMN F - 24444.0; DESCRIPTION - COMMUNITY CULTURAL AFFAIRS, COLUMN A - 505954.0, COLUMN B - 475363.0, COLUMN C - 436357.0, COLUMN D - 464193.0, COLUMN E - 431999.0, COLUMN F - 2313866.0; DESCRIPTION - OTHER INCOME, COLUMN A - 338888.0, COLUMN B - 295119.0, COLUMN C - 313063.0, COLUMN D - 466427.0, COLUMN E - 506107.0, COLUMN F - 1919604.0; 0 1766599 X X X false 25875764 486160 1558700 676975 604313 26639336 24031367 965224 2068241 625584 563484 25875764 24273813 658401 -900847 24031367 24381263 396478 58770 29747 196049 336902 24273813 22162868 408037 2906001 537383 558260 0 24381263 0.0094 0.8846 0.106 false false 110000 1145045 1255045 152331599 57466853 94864746 45111715 37941968 7169747 35345773 9051753 26294020 129583558 Alternative investments 28647971 F 28647971 Deferred compensation payable 1384456 Capital leases payable 2270241 Due to Digital Media Arts College 599476 4254173 X 91387667 2250873 365594 2616467 88771200 544745 22795248 23339993 112111193 91941895 365594 365594 91576301 544745 24091912 24636657 116212958 Schedule D, Part III, Line 4 Collections of art - description of collections The University has a collection of African Art, displayed in the library. The collection of African Art includes sculptures, carvings and textile arts, which are displayed in open areas of the University library for the enjoyment of the public. The study of these pieces is Incorporated into courses in art history, art appreciation and Intercultural studies. Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Intended uses of endowment funds The University's endowment consists of approximately 50 individual funds established for a variety of educational purposes, scholarly development, and to enhance student life on campus. Its endowment includes both donor-restricted endowment funds and funds, classified by the Board of Trustees, to function as endowments and to further these goals. Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 FIN 48 (ASC 740) footnote The University is exempt from federal income taxation as defined by Sections 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is generally exempt from state income taxes under the provisions of the Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act. Therefore, no provision for income taxes has been reflected in the accompanying financial statements. Management evaluated the University's tax positions and concluded that the University had taken no uncertain tax positions that require adjustment to the financial statements to comply with the provisions of the Income Taxes Topic of the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification (FASB ASC). Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2(d) Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Rental expenses - 128244 Fundraising expenses - 45947 BOOKSTORE-COST OF GOODS SOLD - 191403 Schedule D, Part XI, Line 4(b) Other revenues in form 990 not in audited financial statements Student aid - 24091912 Gain on financial derivatives - -1282484 Pension related changes other than net periodic pension costs - -15487 Loss on change in value of split interest agreement - 1307 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2(d) Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 RENTAL EXPENSES - 128244 FUNDRAISING EXPENSES - 45947 BOOKSTORE-COST OF GOODS SOLD - 191403 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 4(b) Other expenses in form 990 not in audited financial statements STUDENT AID - 24091912 false false false true true true true false false false false false false false false true false true Schedule E, Part I, Line 3 RACIALLY NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy or parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator. Schedule E, Part I, Line 6(a) FINANCIAL AID OR ASSISTANCE FROM A GOVERNMENT Department of education: federal supplemental educational opportunity grant, federal work-study, federal Perkins loan, federal Pell grant, federal direct student loans, and academic competitiveness grant. Florida department of education: Florida minority teacher's fund, Florida resident access grant, Florida work experience program, Florida private student assistance grant and Florida Bright Futures scholarship project. East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS AND SEMESTER ABROAD 99712 Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS AND SEMESTER ABROAD 689847 North America (Canada & Mexico only) 0 0 Program Services STUDY TOURS 44141 0 0 0 0 0 0 833700 0 833700 true false true false false false Schedule F, Part V Method Used to Account for Expenditures The University accounts for revenue and expenditures on the accrual basis. Direct expenditures for study tours are tracked separately. Description of Study Abroad Program: Lynn University offers its students a variety of study abroad opportunities all around the world. These programs provide Intercultural and historical perspectives, enhancing the educational mission of the school. Golf Tournament 103137 44575 58562 9705 8550 21048 6644 0 0 103137 44575 58562 9705 8550 21048 6644 45947 12615 true ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 193 4170278 0 N/A N/A ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 919 8204697 0 N/A N/A NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 1321 11716937 0 N/A N/A Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds. THE UNIVERSITY AWARDS GRANTS AND LOANS BASED ON A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PROGRAMS. THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) MUST BE FILLED OUT AND ELIGIBLITY IS DETERMINED BASED ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED. THE GRANT AWARDED IS CREDITED TO THEIR TUITION ACCOUNT AT LYNN UNIVERSITY. X X X true true X X X X X false true false false false false false false false Kevin M Ross President 407151 0 0 0 62745 0 118864 0 101759 0 690519 0 0 0 Gareth P Fowles VP for Enrollment Management 228918 0 0 0 0 0 32009 0 9916 0 270843 0 0 0 Laurie Levine VP for Business and Finance 253210 0 0 0 0 0 65681 0 29443 0 348334 0 0 0 Gregory J Malfitano SVP for Development & Administration 305855 0 0 0 6866 0 15225 0 25475 0 353421 0 0 0 Gregg C Cox VP for Academic Affairs 227302 0 0 0 0 0 11722 0 14770 0 253794 0 0 0 Christian G Boniforti Chief Information Officer 231028 0 0 0 0 0 31460 0 24946 0 287434 0 0 0 Michael Antonello General Counsel 191243 0 0 0 0 0 9695 0 3233 0 204171 0 0 0 Sherrie Weldon Chief Marketing Officer 212296 0 0 0 0 0 11031 0 21296 0 244623 0 0 0 Anthony Altieri VP for Student Life 124194 0 0 0 0 0 6194 0 2180 0 132568 0 0 0 Ralph J Norcio Associate Dean, Business School 223111 0 0 0 0 0 6764 0 27250 0 257125 0 0 0 Ralph T Good Dean College of Business 189794 0 0 0 1696 0 9750 0 10544 0 211784 0 0 0 Diane M Dicerbo Director of Academic Advising 173389 0 0 0 0 0 5880 0 26564 0 205833 0 0 0 Katrina Carter-Tellison Dean - College of Liberal Education 163296 0 0 0 5068 0 8820 0 27113 0 204297 0 0 0 Matthew P Chaloux Director, Auxiliary Services 159983 0 0 0 0 0 8284 0 24937 0 193204 0 0 0 Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Discretionary spending account Kevin Ross has a discretionary spending account which is part of his employment contract and is included in his taxable compensation. Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Housing allowance or residence for personal use The President of Lynn University is required to occupy university-owned housing as a condition of employment. The annual fair rental value of the housing and utilities of $79,207 is Included in the President's compensation as a nontaxable benefit. The benefit is excluded from taxable compensation pursuant to IRC Section 119. Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a Health or social club dues or initiation fees The University pays for country club memberships for the purpose of fundraising and development for Kevin Ross, President, and Greg Malfitano, SVP for Development and Administration. For both individuals, it was determined that 100% of such fees paid during the year were related to business use, and therefore excluded from taxable income. Schedule J, Part I, Line 4b Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan The University accrued $100,000 into a nonqualified supplemental deferred compensation plan for President Ross during the year. The University maintains a Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP) to recognize the vital and substantial services rendered by the University's senior executives, and provide appropriate benefits in recognition of long, continuous service for the betterment of the University. The SERP constitutes an unfunded promise to pay, in the future, an annual benefit equal to a percentage of final average salary. Participants become 100% vested upon reaching retirement at the age of 65, assuming continuous service to the University. In the event of change in control of the University, or termination of the Plan, participants will receive a lump-sum distribution equal to the actuarially determined value of the plan benefit. The change in actuarial value for each individual for 2017 is as follows: Greg Malfitano $16,902; Laurie Levine $89,888. Additionally, the University maintains a deferred compensation plan for Gareth Fowles, Chris Boniforti and Sherrie Weldon, which will provide them each a one-time distribution of $75,000 if they are still employed at Lynn at the end of four years. The University accrued $20,455 each, for both Fowles and Boniforti, and $25,000 for Weldon during 2017. A Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority 521562288 2012-05-23 11077544 purchase energy conservation equipment false false false B Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority 521562288 2013-06-19 25000000 Refinance 2001 and 2009 bond issues and fund construction projects false false false C PALM BEACH COUNTY EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES AUTHORITY 521562288 2016-04-13 19315100 CONSTRUCTION OF NEW UPPER-CLASSMEN DORMITORY false false false D Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority 521562288 2017-08-28 25000000 Construction of new student center false false false A 3148950 0 11096806 0 0 0 64700 0 0 11032106 0 0 2014 false false false true B 3628400 0 25000000 0 0 0 300709 0 0 4331060 20368231 0 2013 true false false true C 625387 0 19315100 0 369131 0 231655 0 0 18130061 584153 0 2017 false false false true D 0 0 25000000 3731 258104 5308018 0 19430147 2018 false false false true A false false false false 0.0 0.0 0.0 false false true B false true false false 0.0 0.0 0.0 false false true C false true false false 0.0767 0.0767 false false true D false false false false 0.0 0.0 0.0 false false true A false false true false false false false false true B false true false false true false false false true C false true false false true false false false false true D false false false true false false false true A true B true C true D true Schedule K, Part II, Line 3 Proceeds of issue The total proceeds of issue reported in Schedule K, Part II, Line 3 for the 2012 bond issue includes $19,262 of interest earnings. NA N/A 110843 SCHOLARSHIPS TUITION ASSISTANCE ASHLEIGH FOWLES SISTER OF GARETH FOWLES, VP FOR ENROLLMENT 93737 COMPENSATION false STEPHANIE JACKSON WIFE OF ANTHONY ALTIERI, VP FOR STUDENT LIFE 116432 COMPENSATION false DONALD ROSS FATHER OF KEVIN ROSS, PRESIDENT 168418 COMPENSATION false Schedule L, Part III GRANTS OR ASSISTANCE BENEFITING INTERESTED PERSONS COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES AND PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO IDENTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS TO WHOM THEY PROVIDED SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, AND SIMILAR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. PURSUANT TO THE INSTRUCTIONS TO FORM 990, SCHEDULE L, PART III, COLUMNS (A) AND (B) HAVE BEEN MARKED N/A. X 244 NONE X 6 347994 Market value X 1 1250000 Opinions of experts X Athletic Gear 1 3826 Opinions of experts 1 false true false Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Other - Athletic Gear NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS Securities - Publicly traded - NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS Clothing and household goods - Mink coat Number of Contributions Real estate - Other - Condo Number of contributions Form 990, Part III, Line 1 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION (CONTINUED FROM PART III) THE UNIVERSITY'S PRIMARY PURPOSES ARE EDUCATION; THE PRESERVATION, DISCOVERY, DISSEMINATION AND CREATIVE APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE; AND THE PREPARATION OF ITS GRADUATES WITH THE ACADEMIC FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG LEARNING. SERVICE, SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY INCLUDING RESEARCH, AND ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ALLOW THE FACULTY, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ENTIRE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY, TO FULFILL ITS PURPOSES: FACILITATING LEARNING AND FOSTERING THE INTELLECTUAL LIFE OF THE UNIVERSITY. LYNN STRESSES INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING, INNOVATIVE APPROACHES AND A GLOBAL FOCUS AMONG ITS STUDENTS AND FACULTY. THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS BACCALAUREATE, MASTER'S, AND ONE DOCTORAL DEGREE, AS WELL AS CERTIFICATES. BREADTH, DEPTH, AND APPLICATION OF LEARNING ARE THE BASES FOR COMPETENCIES IN ALL PROGRAMS. GRADUATE CURRICULA PROMOTE ADVANCED OR EXPERT KNOWLEDGE AND SCHOLARSHIP. PROGRAMS ARE DELIVERED THROUGH A VARIETY OF VENUES, INCLUDING A TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL CAMPUS SETTING AND ONLINE. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONTINUED FROM PART III) THE UNIVERSITY IS COMMITTED TO STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING, WHERE FACULTY AND STAFF PROVIDE PERSONALIZED ATTENTION TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE VARYING LEVELS OF ACADEMIC PROFICIENCY AND ARE MOTIVATED TO EXCEL. A FULL RANGE OF ACADEMIC AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS ARE COORDINATED TO SERVE THE INCREASINGLY DIVERSE NEEDS OF UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS. ADDITIONAL AND SPECIALIZED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO PROVIDE ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE TO HELP STUDENTS REMAIN IN COLLEGE AND GRADUATE. THESE SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO STUDENTS IN A VARIETY OF FORMS WITH A VARYING FEE SCHEDULE. AN ACADEMIC RESOURCE NAMED THE INSTITUTE FOR ACHIEVEMENT AND LEARNING IS AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS, INCLUDING THOSE WITH DIAGNOSED LEARNING DIFFERENCES. MATH, COMPUTER AND OTHER SUBJECT-AREA TUTORS ASSIST STUDENTS. THE UNIVERSITY, SMALL BY DESIGN, PROVIDES AN ENVIRONMENT WITHIN AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM IN WHICH A COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS CAN PURSUE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS AS RESPONSIBLE GLOBAL CITIZENS. FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENTS CONTRIBUTE TO AN ATMOSPHERE THAT NURTURES CREATIVITY, FOSTERS ACHIEVEMENT, VALUES DIVERSITY AND ENCOURAGES VOLUNTARISM. EACH JAN. 12, ALL FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENTS PERFORM COMMUNITY SERVICE DURING "KNIGHTS UNITE DAY OF CARING," A PROGRAM WHICH HONORS THE FOUR STUDENTS AND TWO PROFESSORS WHO DIED IN THE HAITI EARTHQUAKE IN 2010 WHILE PERFORMING COMMUNITY SERVICE. LYNN'S ACADEMIC CURRICULA AND PROGRAMS ARE STRUCTURED TO PROVIDE A BALANCE BETWEEN THE THEORETICAL AND THE PRACTICAL, ALONG WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO BECOME INVOLVED IN COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS AND INDUSTRIES. EDUCATION AND SERVICE ARE FULLY INTEGRATED TO MEET THE CHANGING NEEDS OF THE LOCAL AND GLOBAL COMMUNITY. THIS INTEGRATIVE DESIGN PREPARES OUR GRADUATES TO MEET THE DYNAMIC NEEDS OF THE EMERGING GLOBAL SOCIETY. A RIGOROUS CORE CURRICULUM-THE DIALOGUES-WAS LAUNCHED IN FALL 2008. CORE COURSES ARE REQUIRED THROUGH ALL FOUR YEARS IN THE BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAM. IN EACH CORE CLASS, FACULTY MEMBERS MEASURE STUDENT OUTCOMES IN COMPETENCY AREAS INCLUDING WRITING, QUANTITATIVE REASONING, AND SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY. PRESENTED IN SEMINAR RATHER THAN LECTURE FORMAT, THE CORE COURSES ARE ORGANIZED AROUND LIFE'S BIG QUESTIONS: DIALOGUES OF SELF AND SOCIETY, DIALOGUES OF BELIEF AND REASON, DIALOGUES OF JUSTICE AND CIVIC LIFE. EACH JANUARY, ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND A J-TERM COURSE. THOSE ARE FOCUSED ON INNOVATION AND OFFER INTENSE THREE-WEEK EXPERIENCES THAT INCLUDE TRAVEL, CIVIC ACTIVISM, CAREER PREP, LANGUAGE AND CULTURE, AND OTHER CREATIVE APPROACHES TO LEARNING. ALL FRESHMEN ARE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CITIZENSHIP PROJECT DURING THE J-TERM. IN FALL 2013, LYNN LAUNCHED ONE OF THE MOST EXTENSIVE TABLET-BASED LEARNING EFFORTS IN THE COUNTRY. THE AWARD-WINNING INITIATIVE USED APPLE TECHNOLOGY TO DELIVER THE DIALOGUES OF LEARNING CORE CURRICULUM TO ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN WHILE ALSO SAVING THEM UP TO 50 PERCENT ON THE TYPICAL COST OF THEIR CORE CURRICULUM TEXTBOOKS. EARLY RESULTS AND FEEDBACK FROM THE IPAD INITIATIVE HAVE BEEN SO POSITIVE THAT THE PROGRAM WILL ENTER PHASE II AND ACCELERATE THE INITIATIVE. IN FALL 2014, LYNN DISTRIBUTED IPADS TO ALL DAYTIME UPPER CLASSMEN AND MBA STUDENTS. THE IPAD PROGRAM WENT "PRO" IN SPRING 2016. LYNN BECAME THE FIRST SCHOOL IN THE NATION TO INTEGRATE THE IPAD PRO AND CORRESPONDING APPLE PENCIL AND SMART KEYBOARD INTO ITS CLASSROOMS, DISTRIBUTING NEARLY 1,800 OF EACH ACROSS CAMPUS. Form 990, Part III, Line 4b PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONTINUED FROM PART III) SOCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE GAME SHOWS, DANCES, COMEDIANS, LIVE MUSIC, INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS, FILMS, POOL PARTIES, SPORTS DAYS, INTRAMURAL SPORTS, AWARD DINNERS AND NOVELTY ENTERTAINMENT. INDIVIDUAL INTERESTS RANGING FROM THE FINE ARTS TO PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL, BASEBALL, BASKETBALL AND HOCKEY TO GOURMET DINING CAN BE FOUND IN SOUTH FLORIDA. LYNN UNIVERSITY HOLDS MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (NCAA), DIVISION II, AND THE SUNSHINE STATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE. INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH NCAA AND INSTITUTIONAL ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS. INTERCOLLEGIATE TEAMS INCLUDE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S SOCCER, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S GOLF, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TENNIS, BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TRACK, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S LACROSSE, WOMEN'S SWIMMING AND VOLLEYBALL. ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND SEMINARS ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND NCAA STANDARDS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. IN 2017-18, 73 PERCENT OF THE STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED A 3.00 GPA OR HIGHER AND 12 PERCENT EARNED A PERFECT 4.00 GPA. IN ADDITION TO INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS, STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE IN A WIDE RANGE OF INTRAMURAL PROGRAMS, INCLUDING FLAG FOOTBALL, SOFTBALL, SOCCER AND VOLLEYBALL. AT LEAST ONE REGISTERED NURSE OR PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANT IS ON DUTY DURING DAYTIME HOURS IN THE HEALTH CENTER, AND WORKS IN CONJUNCTION WITH COMMUNITY MEDICAL SERVICES TO PROVIDE AMPLE HEALTH CARE. THE HEALTH CENTER PROVIDES TREATMENT FOR MINOR AILMENTS. WHEN FURTHER CARE IS NEEDED, REFERRALS ARE MADE TO LOCAL PHYSICIANS AND HEALTH CARE AGENCIES. ANOTHER HEALTH CENTER STAFF MEMBER ORGANIZES WELLNESS ACTIVITIES INCLUDING YOGA AND EXERCISE CLASSES AS WELL AS STUDENTS' STRENGTH TRAINING IN LYNN'S FITNESS CENTER. COUNSELING IS PROVIDED ON A PRIVATE OR GROUP BASIS, AND RECORDS ARE MAINTAINED IN STRICT CONFIDENCE BY THE DIRECTOR OF COUNSELING. STUDENTS ALSO ARE URGED TO CONSULT THEIR INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTORS, RESIDENT ASSISTANTS, AND APPROPRIATE MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY, ALL OF WHOM ARE PROFESSIONALLY FOCUSED ON ASSISTING STUDENTS. IN ADDITION, ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE LITERATURE AND REFERRAL SERVICES ARE CONTINUALLY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE COUNSELING CENTER. THE WOMEN'S CENTER PROVIDES PROGRAMMING AND COUNSELING SERVICES AS WELL. THE CENTER FOR CAREER AND ALUMNI CONNECTIONS PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SERVICES TO ASSIST STUDENTS IN EVALUATING, CHOOSING AND PLANNING A CAREER. PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND CAREER COUNSELORS ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP STUDENTS SET THEIR CAREER GOALS, INVESTIGATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERVIEW WITH COMPANIES FOR WHICH THEY WOULD LIKE TO WORK OR INTERN. THE SNYDER SANCTUARY PROVIDES THE LYNN COMMUNITY WITH A MULTI-FAITH PLACE FOR CONTEMPLATIVE THOUGHT AND SPIRITUAL EXPLORATION. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Description of other program services (Expenses $ 1,700,001 including grants of $ 0)(Revenue $ 2,380,411) CLASSICAL MUSIC IS PROVIDED TO THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY AS WELL AS THE GENERAL PUBLIC BY STUDENTS AND FACULTY IN THE LYNN UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC. ADDITIONALLY, PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND MUSICIANS PERFORM ON CAMPUS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. MANY OPPORTUNITIES ARE PROVIDED IN THE REALM OF "IDEAS," THROUGH LECTURES AND COMMUNITY DISCOURSE. DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS BETWEEN ACADEMIC YEARS FOR TRADITIONAL COLLEGE STUDENTS, A PORTION OF THE UNIVERSITY'S EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES ARE USED TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION TO A COMBINED ENROLLMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 1,500 CHILDREN ATTENDING THREE THREE-WEEK SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS AND TO GROUPS OF ADULTS ENROLLED IN SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. Form 990, Part VI, Line 1a Delegate broad authority to a committee The executive committee shall have a minimum of three members, all of whom shall be members of the board. Between meetings of the board, the executive committee shall have general supervision of the administration and property of the corporation except that, unless specifically empowered by the board to do so, it may not take any action inconsistent with a prior act of the board of trustees, award degrees, alter these by-laws, locate permanent buildings on tax-exempt property held for the corporation's purposes, remove or appoint the president of the corporation, or take any action which has been reserved for the board. Form 990, Part VI, Line 2 Family/business relationships amongst interested persons CHRISTINE LYNN AND JAN CARLSSON - Family relationship Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body A draft of Form 990 was reviewed by Crowe based on audited financial statements and other information provided by University management. Following a review by the CFO and Director of Accounting, minor revisions were incorporated into a revised draft, which was posted to the Board portal prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy Each year, all officers, directors, trustees and key employees are required to sign a disclosure letter detailing any relationships or business transactions where a potential conflict might exist. These disclosures are reviewed by the CFO. In the event of a conflict of Interest, or the appearance of any such conflict, it is incumbent upon the relevant Board member(s) or director(s) to notify the Board of the conflict and recuse themselves from participation in the discussion and vote regarding any related issues or transactions. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official Annually, the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees reviews the President's compensation and determines his raise. The Executive Committee then communicates the percentage of the President's raise to the Vice President for Business and Finance, who speaks with outside compensation counsel to confirm that the President's raise is comparable and reasonable based on market conditions. This process is documented in the Executive Committee meeting minutes and was last undertaken during the year ended June 30, 2018. Additionally, in the prior fiscal year, the University retained outside expert Quatt Associates to perform a full detailed study of compensation for the renewal of the President's contract that was effective July 1, 2016. The recommended compensation/benefits package was then reviewed by the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees prior to execution. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Process to establish compensation of other employees The President conducts annual performance reviews of all officers, based on pre-determined goals. He then makes recommendations regarding compensation to the Chair of the Board for approval. The University retained an outside expert to perform a compensation study of all employees, including officers of the organization. This comprehensive study was performed years ago; however, the University receives ongoing guidance regarding annual increases to ensure that these annual increases are comparable and reasonable based on market conditions. As new positions are created, or as market conditions warrant, this expert is consulted on a case-by-case basis. The University provides benefits according to written standard policies. If any benefit is provided outside of these policies, Board approval is required. This process was last undertaken during the year ended June 30, 2018, and is documented in each employee's file. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public Financial statements and governing documents are not required disclosures pursuant to internal revenue code (IRC) section 6104. Therefore, these documents are not available to the public at this time. The Conflict of Interest policy is provided upon request. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Other changes in net assets or fund balances Gain (Loss) on financial derivatives - 1262484; Pension-related changes other than net periodic pension costs - 15487; Change in value of split interest agreement - -1307; SPLIT-INTEREST TRUST TRUST FL LYNN UNIVERSITY Trust false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false