Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Dawn Mitchell Harris’s organization
Jul 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Southern University Board Of Supervisors Board Of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
The meeting encompassed several committee reports and action items. Key discussions included the presentation of the NOBNA Leadership Fellowship program, various academic affairs decisions such as tenure recommendations and degree program terminations, and athletic department contract approvals, including an honorary field designation. The Facilities Committee reviewed a facilities update, while the Finance Committee ratified budget adjustments and approved tuition waiver policy changes. Governance committee members ensured board compliance with SACSCOC standards. Legal affairs action items covered multiple contract approvals and agreements. Personnel matters involved salary adjustments for faculty and staff, as well as an employment appeal. Finally, the full Board of Supervisors accepted memorial resolutions and received reports from the President regarding university trajectory and financial stewardship.
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Southern University at Shreveport Academic Plan 2026-2027
This document outlines the Southern University at Shreveport's (SUSLA) 2026-2027 Board of Regents Academic Plan, submitted for review and approval. The plan proposes the termination of two certificate programs, Web Development and Dialysis Technician, due to low student participation and completion. Concurrently, it recommends the development of two new programs: a Bookkeeping certificate and an Engineering Technology associate degree, to align with regional workforce needs. The strategic direction aims to expand educational opportunities, enhance workforce readiness, and promote economic development.
May 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Southern University Board of Supervisors Meeting
The board meeting agenda covered various committee reports including Academic Affairs, Facilities and Property, Finance, Governance, Legal Affairs, and Personnel Affairs. Key action items included the approval of the Southern University Laboratory School academic calendar, faculty tenure and promotion recommendations, a student housing facility resolution, and updates to student records and web accessibility policies. Additionally, the board reviewed several personnel actions, financial reports, and contractual agreements for Southern University Baton Rouge and other system campuses.
Apr 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Southern University Board of Supervisors Meeting
The Board of Supervisors discussed and took action on several items across various committees. Key agenda items included approval of Spring 2026 commencement resolutions for the Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport campuses, as well as the Southern University Law Center. The Board reviewed retention, tenure, and promotion recommendations for Southern University at New Orleans. Financial matters included a request to adjust student housing rates, an interim and quarterly financial report for the Southern University System, and approval of contracts for legal services and roofing repairs. Personnel actions involved salary and equity adjustments, the appointment of departmental chairs, and the hiring of a Chief Information Officer.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
