Christopher Gray

The Board meeting included a presentation on Key Performance Indicator outcomes and operational plan updates. Several policy actions were taken, including an amendment to the assessment and testing policy and the reaffirmation of the foster care tuition waiver policy. Financial approvals covered a ten-year contract renewal with Workday Inc., a three-year contract renewal for Anthology/Blackboard, a computer equipment lease with Connection Financial Services, and the purchase of an Anatomage Table and high-fidelity simulation manikins. Additionally, the Board approved a project substitution for the FY 2026 PDE Capital Program and the submission of new capital projects to the PDE for FY 2027.

The board meeting agenda included several key presentations and action items. Key topics featured a presentation on the Plan Let's Go update, various committee reports, and financial oversight, including the review of the April year-to-date budget summary and bank reconciliation. Notable actions included the approval of the tentative 2027 fiscal year budget, tuition and course fees for the upcoming academic year, and a technology deployment contract. The board also reviewed and approved multiple construction and renovation contracts for campus facilities, including stair renovations, electrical lighting upgrades, and the installation of a monument sign. Additional motions involved the ratification of construction change orders, the submission of a self-study report for accreditation, the implementation of updated strategic plans, and the renewal of a sublease agreement.

The board meeting agenda includes reports from the President, various ad-hoc and standing committees, and a presentation on the Plan Let's Go update. New business items cover the approval of the tentative 2027 fiscal year budget, tuition and course fees for the 2026-2027 academic year, and several contracts for construction and renovation projects, including West Campus North Stair improvements, electrical upgrades, and signage installation. Additionally, the board will consider ratifying construction change orders, authorizing a self-study report for accreditation, implementing the Pioneer Scholarship, renewing a sublease with the Intermediate Unit, and approving a lease agreement. The meeting concludes with an executive session regarding personnel and real estate.

The Board discussed the President's report on student credit transfers and federal financial aid applications. An audit report from MaherDuessel was presented, confirming that financial records were in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Board approved the purchase of equipment, software, and training curricula for the Industrial Maintenance and Mechatronics program and authorized a contract with Portico/Campus Ivy for financial aid management consulting. Additionally, the Board approved the 2025 audit, various construction change orders, furniture and millwork purchases, and authorized lease negotiations with the Corry Higher Educational Council. Meeting dates for 2026 were established, and construction change orders from October 2025 were ratified. The Board held an executive session regarding campus safety, security, and real estate.

The Board meeting included a presentation on College KPIs and a report on a fraud scheme involving ghost student enrollment. The Foundation-President's Advisory Group announced upcoming leadership events and provided an update on the scholarship campaign. The Academic Committee reported on policy discussions and the purchase of health science software. The Board approved the purchase of equipment for the Center for Health Sciences, amendments to policies concerning discrimination, harassment, and hazing, and reaffirmations of personnel and finance-related policies. Additionally, the final fiscal year budget for 2026 was approved, and members discussed recommendations for future board appointments and reviewed operational updates related to Title IV funding and student enrollment growth.