Christi Thompson

The committee meeting covered a review of the Internal Audit Plan status, the status of management action plans, and the results of a risk assessment. Discussions also included the proposal of the Fiscal 2027 Internal Audit Plan, the Internal Audit Charter, and a quarterly investment performance report, which addressed current market themes such as geopolitical uncertainty, inflation, and federal interest rate policies.

The board meeting agenda includes various committee reports, such as the Biennium Budget, Facilities Contracting, Fiscal and Legal Affairs, and Academic and Student Affairs committees. Key topics for consideration and action involve the salary distribution policy, internal audit plans, and academic calendar planning. Additionally, the agenda covers a cybersecurity program overview, experiential learning impacts on student success, and university president updates. Administrative items include the oath of office for the Board Secretary, regulatory changes related to university programs, and discussions on conflict of interest filings, as well as a review of various contracts, procurements, and facility management regulations.

The committee meeting featured research excellence presentations on senior design projects, including a portable audio entertainment system, an autonomous classroom greenhouse, and a wearable augmented communication device. Discussions also included the implementation of a coordinated, statewide internship program aimed at expanding paid experiential learning and strengthening workforce pipelines. Additionally, an update was provided regarding current activities within the Research and Economic Development Division and its recent organizational restructuring.

The Committee discussed several construction projects and facility maintenance items. Key topics included the approval of major maintenance project funds for the 2027-2028 fiscal year, authorization of a construction change order for the Corbett Pool in-fill project, and a design amendment for the West Stadium Renovation project. Additionally, the committee reviewed progress reports on ongoing campus construction projects, including Student Housing and Dining, the Aquatics Center, the Laramie Research and Extension Center Feed Mill, and the Sheridan Research and Extension Center Maintenance Facility.

The meeting featured presentations on Artificial Intelligence initiatives, a cybersecurity program overview, and the impacts of experiential learning on student success. The Board reviewed leadership development programs, discussed loan cancellation guidance for medical education, and addressed administrative housekeeping regarding university regulations. Additionally, the Board reviewed depositories for university funds, received service contract and procurement reports, and reviewed resolutions from the Faculty Senate.