Bowling Green State University

The meeting featured a presidential report covering enrollment, rankings, research, and upcoming university events. Academic affairs discussions included the adoption of a plan for a required American civic literacy course. The board ratified the appointment of the new Vice President for University Advancement and President/CEO of the BGSU Foundation. Additionally, the board approved an annual salary increase and a discretionary bonus for the President in recognition of his performance during the previous academic year. Constituent group representatives provided updates on their respective activities and plans.

The Board received a report from the President regarding university updates on retention, facilities, research, and athletics. Key academic actions included the approval of program changes for the Associate of Applied Business in Computer Networking and Cybersecurity degree and the adoption of new faculty policies required by the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act. Finance and administration approvals were granted for multiple campus renovation projects, including the Founders Residence Hall, Kreischer Quadrangle residence hall design services, and the Kreischer Sundial Dining Hall. The Board also approved the university's six-year capital plan for fiscal years 2027-2032 and the fiscal year 2025 efficiency report. Various subcommittees provided informational updates, including reports on audit and risk management, development, and governance.

The Board of Trustees conducted several key actions, including the approval of the Low Enrollment Course and Program and Duplicate Programs Report and the ratification of faculty appointments with tenure in Applied Statistics and Operations Research and Computer Science. The Board granted emeritus status to a faculty member and approved the Fiscal Year 2026 continuation budget along with revisions to instructional, general, and academic special fees. Furthermore, the Board authorized amendments to the Falcon Tuition Guarantee Plan, approved a Memorandum of Understanding for intergovernmental transfers with the Ohio Department of Medicaid, and finalized the naming of several university facilities and positions in honor of donors. Additionally, the Board appointed a new Vice President for Finance and Administration and approved the meeting schedule for the 2026-2027 academic cycle.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several key items, including a report from the University President regarding fall enrollment statistics, campus leadership changes, and Homecoming planning. The Board reviewed and approved the Fiscal Year 2026 budget recommendations, which include detailed educational and general budgets, general fees, auxiliary budgets, and compensation pools for faculty and staff at both the Bowling Green and Firelands campuses.

The agenda featured an open forum discussion regarding Title IX updates, including expanded definitions and procedural changes. Key business items included the swearing-in of new officers, a green certification photo session, and the first reading of SR 02. Executive and committee reports covered several initiatives such as a student employee advocacy forum, a women of color leadership summit, upcoming USG elections, and various campus programming updates including Narcan training and event registration. Additionally, the senate approved expenditures for organization t-shirts.