Anna Taylor

The Executive Committee of the Board of Visitors held a meeting to conduct a closed session, which focused on the review of performance for specific employees as permitted by the Code of Virginia. Following the closed session, the committee reconvened in an open session to formally certify that the discussions held during the closed meeting were in strict accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and state law.

The Executive Committee convened a closed session to review the performance of specific employees as permitted by the Code of Virginia. Following the conclusion of the closed session, the committee returned to an open session and adopted a formal resolution certifying that the closed meeting was conducted in conformity with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and that only appropriate, exempted public business matters were discussed.

The board meeting focused on various administrative, financial, and strategic initiatives for the university. Key topics included the approval of several committee reports, the passage of resolutions regarding capital planning projects such as the Dining Services Center and new residence halls, and the adoption of the 2026-2032 Six-Year Plan. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to its bylaws to establish an Athletics Committee, discussed real estate and asset management agreements, and reviewed a financial performance report. Personnel matters, including appointments to emeritus status, endowed positions, and tenure, were ratified following a closed session discussion that also addressed litigation, fundraising, and university leadership updates.

The committee held a closed session to receive updates on fraud, waste, and abuse cases and discuss internal audit reports, including an IT policy compliance review. The committee also met with the Chief Audit Executive and the Chief Risk Officer regarding personnel and performance evaluations. During the open session, the committee reviewed and accepted several internal audit reports on topics such as agricultural research centers, electrical and computer engineering, undergraduate admissions, programs for minors, and student immigration processes. Additionally, the committee received updates on the audit plan status, auditor of public accounts financial and athletic program reports, audit standards, and institutional risk management from the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

The meeting was an ad hoc committee session held to conduct a public comment period regarding proposed 2021-22 undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees, as required by the Code of Virginia. The agenda included a tuition workshop presentation covering financial aid, student success, state support, and factors influencing tuition development, followed by a public comment period where registered student representatives and community members provided input.