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Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Marshall University Board of Governors Regular Meeting
The Board of Governors discussed various institutional matters, including the revision of student conduct policies, specifically Rule SA-1 regarding student rights and responsibilities, and Rule GA-3 concerning discrimination and harassment. The meeting included reports from the Provost, student representatives, and the School of Medicine, covering topics such as research achievements, student success initiatives, and enrollment planning. Action items approved included the FY2027-32 capital project list, reallocation of funds for deferred maintenance, property acquisition on Northcott Court, expansion of the Metro tuition rate, and restructuring of institutional merit awards. Additionally, the Board held an election of officers and received updates on AI integration in education and enrollment scenario planning.
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Marshall University Board of Governors Regular Meeting
The Board of Governors discussed several key administrative and academic initiatives. Actions included approval of revisions to the Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Stalking, and Retaliation Policy; approval of the 2025-2026 Academic Program Review recommendations; and authorization of a new rule regarding Faculty Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures. Financial items approved included the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 university and athletics budgets, tuition and fee rate schedules, the reallocation of funds from the State Institutions of Higher Education Deferred Maintenance Grant Program, and the purchase of property in the Huntington Gideon District. The Board also received reports from the President, the Student Representative, and the School of Medicine, and conducted an executive session to discuss commercial competition and personnel matters.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Athletics Committee Athletics Committee Meeting
The meeting focused on the Athletics Committee annual activity calendar and the "Student-Athlete First: Building Champions Beyond the Game" report. Key topics included academic performance, student-athlete well-being, competitive excellence, and NCAA legislation updates. The committee reviewed strategies for fan experience, revenue growth, and resource development, including new sponsorship deals and facility projects. Financial updates were provided, covering year-over-year operational expense and revenue analyses, as well as fundraising priorities for facility maintenance, debt reduction, and student-athlete support programs.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marshall University Board of Governors Academic and Student Affairs Committee Committee Meeting
The meeting included the review and recommendation of the 2025-26 Academic Program Review recommendations, which involved decisions to continue, consolidate, discontinue, or expand various undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs. The committee also considered the approval of Board of Governors Rule No. AA-17 regarding Faculty Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures. Informational items included a presentation on the integration of Artificial Intelligence in online teaching, skills mapping, and digital accessibility initiatives, as well as a strategic planning presentation from the University Libraries regarding AI-enhanced discovery and integrity.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
