Beth Hoodiman

The board retreat focused on several strategic institutional updates, including naming rights for an athletic facility, academic program expansions in health and technology fields, and an overview of facility construction and renovation projects. The board reviewed campus safety initiatives, athletic achievements, and transition plans for accreditation. Additionally, the board conducted an evaluation of the President, discussed the Foundation's financial performance and scholarship contributions, and reviewed proposed changes to the President's employment contract.

The board meeting covered several key administrative and operational items. The President provided updates on college events, including facility tours, charity galas, and student award ceremonies, and announced the naming of the Will Dunne Basketball Court. The Vice President of Finance presented the executive and financial summary report and provided details on major project funding. The Board approved final payments for the ATC Automotive Paint Booth and Mix Room and the DeLand Campus Tactical Training Pavilion. Additionally, the Board approved the guaranteed maximum price for the Manatee Fountain Project and the remodel of the DeLand Campus Building 1 and 8. The Board also reviewed the state-approved project priority list, recognized NISOD Excellence Award recipients, and approved the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 academic calendars.

The agenda includes the review and approval of various agreements, budget amendments, deletion of inventory items, grant applications, and human resource recommendations. Discussion items encompass the President's update, a strategic plan one-year extension, financial reports, and the approval of recertification agreements. The facilities agenda covers the final completion and payment for building remodels and repairs. Additionally, the board will review a revised general education course list, an amendment to the President's employment contract, and the board meeting schedule for the upcoming year.

The board meeting included a tour of the Quanta-Honors and Health Technology Hall project. Key discussion topics included the President's update on the Falcon Emerging Leadership program, recent dedication ceremonies, and legislative advocacy efforts. The finance report detailed major project funding and financial status as of January 2026. Academic affairs items included the approval of a new major program revision for the B.A.S. in Supervision and Management, proposals for new A.S. certificates in AI Awareness and AI and Data Analytics, and various course additions and deletions. Reports were also presented by student, administrative, and faculty council leaders.

The meeting includes the review and approval of various operational items such as agreements, budget amendments, disposal of inventory, donations, grant applications, and human resources recommendations. Financial oversight includes reviewing the summary report and significant transfers or expenditures. Facility projects slated for discussion involve final completions and payments for specific campus sites, revised guaranteed maximum pricing for training centers, and project priority listings. Additionally, the agenda covers the approval of future academic calendars, an academic awards presentation, and updates from the college president and board chair.