Academic and Student Affairs Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting covered a range of academic and administrative updates. Key discussion items included an innovation highlight, standing reports from the President and Provost, and a resolution of appreciation for Provost Chabon. Participants also reviewed written reports concerning student affairs, student success, enrollment management, and institutional accreditation. Additionally, the committee received status updates on the Ad Astra course scheduling implementation and the HECC program approval process, followed by a discussion on general education reform.
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Academic and Student Affairs Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting covered a range of academic and student affairs topics, including standing reports from the President and Provost, a special guest presentation, and a proposal for a new Bachelor of Applied Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Key discussions included an update on Portland State University's Academic Plan for Institutional Vitality and Transformation (PIVOT), status updates from the General Education Task Force, and detailed reports on student success initiatives, enrollment management strategies, and financial aid updates.
Jan 29, 2026·Board meeting
Academic And Student Affairs Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on several substantial agenda items, including a presentation and discussion regarding building comprehensive General Education reform at PSU, presenting an overview of the process and early draft white paper for campus feedback. A separate presentation provided an update on PSU's Academic Plan for Institutional Vitality and Transformation (PIVOT), detailing progress on realigning academic offerings to address structural deficits. The committee reviewed standing reports from Student Affairs, Student Success, Enrollment Management, and Academic Programs in Review. A key action item was the discussion and recommended approval for a New Program Proposal: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Artificial Intelligence within the Computer Science Department, slated for a Fall 2026 start.
