Bettina Akukwe

The meeting includes presentations on the NC Collegiate Hunger Challenge and the NC Boost Program. Committee reports cover building and grounds projects, including the Powell Building HVAC Controls Upgrade and updates on the Public Safety Training Center and Veterinary Medical Technology Barn. Financial items discussed include the fiscal year 2026-2027 proposed county budget request, a report on sound fiscal and management practices, and various capital project contracts and change orders. Additional discussions involve ethics education and Statement of Economic Interest filings, faculty affairs, and various policy revisions, including facility use, academic advising, student credit acceptance, and the prohibition of pornography on college networks.

The meeting featured a variety of presentations, committee reports, and action items. The Board received an update on the Carolina Student Transfer Excellence Program and a report on the President's goals, including progress on capital projects and community engagement initiatives. Key financial actions included the approval of a budget amendment for the Veterinary Medical Technician Instructional Barn Project and the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. Additionally, the Board approved the Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination Associate in Applied Science program and established the academic calendar for 2026-2028. Committee reports provided updates on capital project status, open-end designer contract agreements, and internal audit and performance metrics, including completion rates.

The Board discussed various institutional initiatives, including a presentation on the NC Collegiate Hunger Challenge and the NC Boost Program's student success strategies. Key actions included the approval of the Powell Building HVAC Controls Upgrade, the adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 county budget request, and the revision of several institutional policies regarding facility use, academic advising, acceptable use of information systems, and the prohibition of pornography on college networks. The Board also reviewed reports on personnel, capital project statuses, and student government activities, and conducted a closed session regarding the President's employment contract renewal.

The meeting included recognitions for outstanding staff and faculty, alongside presentations on the Quality Enhancement Plan and mental health support services. The Board reviewed various committee reports, including personnel actions such as policy revisions and the revocation of a pilot teleworking policy in favor of new remote work guidelines. Capital projects were a significant focus, with approval granted for BCOE DOAS system modifications and updates provided on the public safety training center and other infrastructure initiatives. Additionally, the board discussed auditing services for the upcoming fiscal year, reviewed financial reports across state, county, and institutional funds, and addressed governance topics such as ethics filings and board self-evaluation procedures.

The Board meeting included a presentation on Integrated Education and Training data. Key committee reports covered the President's evaluation instrument, the Campus Security Rekeying and Hardware Replacement project, and updates on bond and capital improvement projects including the Public Safety Training Center and the Biotechnology Center of Excellence upfit. Curriculum revisions for Fall 2026 were approved, and financial and enrollment reports were presented. The Board also reviewed ethics education requirements and went into closed session to discuss personnel matters and the President's employment contract.