Board of Regents Academic and Student Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes
The document contains an agenda for the September 4, 2026 meeting and minutes from the June 5, 2026 meeting. Discussions across these sessions included academic and administrative updates for CT State Community College, Western Connecticut State University, Central Connecticut State University, Charter Oak State College, Eastern Connecticut State University, and Southern Connecticut State University. Key actions included the approval of a new Social Work MSW program at Western Connecticut State University, the revision of the Fresh Start policy at CT State Community College, and the discontinuation of the Accelerated Pathway to School Health Education at Southern Connecticut State University. Furthermore, the committee reviewed reports from the Dual Credit Advisory Council regarding accreditation, funding, and enrollment strategies, and discussed modifications to various associate and bachelor degree programs, including Architectural Design Technology and Disability Studies.
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Board Of Regents Academic And Student Affairs Committee Meeting
The Committee discussed the Dual Credit Advisory Council's year-end report, which included recommendations for concurrent enrollment funding and teacher credentialing. The Committee reviewed updates to the CT State Community College Academic Fresh Start Policy and considered program modifications, including renaming the Disability Specialist associate degree program to Disability Studies. Academic updates were provided across the CSCU system, highlighting enrollment growth, faculty research grants, promotion and tenure approvals, emeritus awards, and professional development initiatives. Additionally, the Committee discussed the ACT-BOR Spring 2026 Enrollment Report and rescinded the legacy CSCU Rights of Students Policy.
Jun 5, 2026·Board meeting
Board's Committee On Academic And Student Affairs Meeting
The committee meeting focused on a review of the honors program, including its recent program review, student achievements, and seminar series events. The committee also formally approved the proposal for a new Master of Social Work program, highlighting its alignment with market demand, focus on clinical and macro practice, and the inclusion of an addictions track. Additionally, the committee discussed items regarding the reduction of credit requirements for existing degree programs to align with academic standards.
