Dolapo Omolola Adeniji

The Board meeting agenda included reports from the Faculty Senate Chairperson, Staff Council Chairperson, and Student Government Association President, as well as remarks from the University President. Key new business items involved several academic actions, including the splitting of the generalist BSE in Engineering into specialized degrees (BSE in Mechanical Engineering and BSE in Civil Engineering), and the creation of a new BA in Media Production. Additional items included the approval of four new Graduate Certificates in Healthcare stacked within the Doctor of Health Sciences program, the approval of a new Packaging Engineering Technology Certificate, and the addition of a new policy for Graduate Certificates in the Graduate Catalog. The Board also addressed changes to the Undergraduate Catalog regarding second or additional baccalaureate degrees, revisions to Policy 147.1 concerning Foundational Studies, and a modification to Policy 210.2.2 regarding Transfer Admissions. Financial and administrative matters covered the approval of the sale and disposition of real estate, review of 2024-2025 Financial Statements, and setting Housing and Dining Rates for 2026-27. Information items included the University Strategic Plan.

The Indiana State University Board of Trustees meeting included discussions and updates from the Faculty Senate, Staff Council, and Student Government Association. The board also discussed a new Bachelor of Science program in early childhood education beginning in fall 2026, acceptance of annual conflict of interest disclosure statements, and a modification to its post-retirement health benefit policy.

The Indiana State University Board of Trustees convened to discuss a range of topics, including new degree programs such as the BSE in Mechanical Engineering and BSE in Civil Engineering, a BA in Media Production, and new graduate certificates in healthcare. They also considered a new program in Packaging Engineering Technology Certificate. Policy revisions were proposed, including updates to the graduate catalog, changes to undergraduate catalog policies, revisions to the Foundational Studies Policy, modifications to transfer admissions, and revisions to the Emeritus/Emerita Status policy. Additionally, updates to the academic misconduct policy and modifications to web publications were addressed to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. The board also reviewed financial statements, housing and dining rates, and university investments.

The Indiana State University Board of Trustees meeting included discussions and decisions on several key items. The board approved amendments to Policy 910 regarding the Right of Expression, incorporating the Chicago Statement on free expression, and to Policy 923 concerning Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment, relocating a paragraph to consolidate free expression policies. The board elected officers for the 2025-2026 term. Additionally, the naming of the Thompson Thrift Department of Construction Management and Thompson Thrift Classroom was approved, recognizing a significant pledge from Thompson Thrift. The board also approved a grant of anchor easement to Duke Energy for substation upgrades. Chairman Bob Casey delivered his concluding remarks, expressing gratitude for the support he received during his tenure.

The meeting includes remarks from the Faculty Senate Chairperson, Staff Council Chairperson, Student Government Association President, the University President, and the Chairperson of the ISU Board of Trustees. New business includes approval of the minutes from the July 25, 2025 meeting, approval of a new undergraduate program BS in Early Childhood Education, acceptance of conflict of interest disclosure statements, and approval of a retirement benefits modification. The agenda also lists items for the information of the trustees, including university investments, financial reports, purchasing reports, vendor reports, faculty personnel, other personnel, grants and contracts, agreements, board representation at university events, and a section In Memoriam.