Allen J. Bedford

The committee discussed and approved the renumbering of Board of Governors policies. It also recommended the Emeriti Faculty and Staff Board of Governors policy for adoption by the full board. Furthermore, the committee recommended amending the tuition and fee waiver policy for those aged 65 or older to align with new legislation lowering the eligibility age to 60. Additionally, the committee held a discussion regarding a potential new Board of Governors policy pertaining to intercollegiate athletics.

The committee reviewed the Information Technology Implementation Plan, focusing on current hardware and software conditions, technical debt, and institutional risks. The presentation highlighted underinvestment in technology, aging infrastructure, and potential funding sources, including a student technology fee. The committee discussed a three-year plan to improve data accuracy, cybersecurity, network reliability, and hardware lifecycles. A motion to recommend the AY 2027-2029 Information Technology Implementation Plan to the full board was approved. The committee also entered into an executive session to discuss pending litigation, personnel matters, and property-related financial interests.

The committee reviewed the fiscal year-to-date budget update and an update on capital projects spending. The library renovation project was reviewed, and the committee recommended forwarding the project to the full Board for final approval.

The committee reviewed the performance and seasonal updates for both winter and spring sports teams. Key discussions included a report on fundraising efforts and revenue from sport-related activities, as well as an analysis of ticket revenue and home game attendance. The committee also discussed the addition of Women's Wrestling as a varsity sport, including updates on the head coach search and participant interest.

The committee reviewed several administrative searches, including positions for the Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, Director of Library Services, and Deans for the Colleges of Business and Aviation and Nursing. Discussions included a substantive change request to rename and restructure the Community Health program to a B.S. in Public Health with new concentrations. Updates were provided on the Aviation program's flight operations and business planning, as well as the ongoing 5-year academic program reviews. Additionally, the committee engaged in a strategic discussion regarding the proposed Academic Implementation Plan, focusing on enhancing regional partnerships and defining objectives for student success.