Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Denise R. Ridley-Johnston’s organization
Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
William & Mary Board of Visitors Meeting Minutes
The Board of Visitors meeting covered a range of institutional updates and governance matters. Key discussion topics included reports on university leadership transitions, the start of the academic year, and strategic planning initiatives. The Board reviewed various standing committee reports, including academic affairs, administration, buildings and grounds, athletics, audit, financial affairs, and institutional advancement. Specific resolutions were passed regarding the award of tenure, approval of a new academic program, authority to exchange land, approval of retirement plan committee charters, and approval of university six-year plans. Additionally, the Board addressed amendments to the bylaws, approved the policy on remote participation, and formally named a boardroom. The meeting concluded with a closed session for personnel and legal matters, followed by the approval of incentive compensation for the President.
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Board of Visitors of William & Mary Annual Retreat Minutes
The Board held its annual retreat, covering orientation for new members and the introduction of a strategic analysis framework. Key discussions included the President's goals for the academic year, institutional business strategies regarding enrollment and tuition, and comprehensive reviews of various committee work plans. The Board conducted closed sessions for legal consultations regarding contracts, FOIA compliance, fundraising, and the performance review of the President. Additionally, the Board engaged in governance and best practices training, approved the appointment of the Dean of University Libraries, and elected new Board officers.
Apr 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
William & Mary Board of Visitors Meeting Minutes
The board conducted a public hearing on tuition pricing strategy, undergraduate tuition and fee recommendations, and the operating budget. Key committee activities included updates on capital outlay prioritization, campus housing plans, and the remediation of the President's House. The board reviewed and approved resolutions regarding capital plan updates, the conferral of emeriti status, faculty promotions, the renaming of academic departments, and the closure of the Peninsula Center. Additionally, the board discussed NCAA and NIL landscape navigation for athletics, university audit results, and compensation benchmarking. The meeting concluded with reports from the student, faculty, and staff representatives, the election of new board officers, and an executive session regarding personnel and legal compliance.
Feb 25, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Richard Bland College of William & Mary Strategic Plan 2019
This strategic plan outlines the direction for Richard Bland College of William & Mary, focusing on preparing students for university transfer through rigorous liberal arts education and expanding access to college credentials. Key strategic pillars include optimizing program and delivery in response to market demand, achieving specific enrollment targets by enhancing learning experiences and retention, and ensuring financial and environmental sustainability through effective resource and operational management. The plan envisions the college as a vanguard in outcomes-based liberal arts education and a model for innovative solutions in higher education.
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