Jennifer Artz

The session focused on the UW System Board of Regents' mission statement, aiming for it to be a dynamic document shaped by faculty, staff, and student input. Discussions emphasized the importance of a strong mission statement with clear values and objectives to guide the institution's direction. The goal is to ensure broad-based participation and buy-in from the entire institution to achieve shared goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville's 2025-2031 Strategic Plan focuses on fostering innovation and authenticity to meet the evolving needs of students. Key strategic objectives include fostering transformative teaching and learning, achieving optimal enrollment, enhancing operational excellence, and promoting holistic wellness across the university and region. The plan aims to guide the university's growth and strengthen community bonds.

The Board of Regents meeting focused on the approval of various academic and administrative appointments, including several professorships and deanships. Key discussion points included the establishment of new graduate certificates in aerospace engineering, the consolidation of the Department of Biological Structure and the Department of Physiology and Biophysics into a new Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics, and the elimination of several degree programs. The meeting also covered the University's preliminary operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2025, highlighting financial challenges and strategies for sustainability. A resolution of appreciation for outgoing Regent Jeremy Jaech was approved. Reports were received from the Faculty Senate, Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS), and student government representatives. The consent agenda included the approval of minutes from previous meetings and various other actions related to academic programs, capital projects, and investments.

The Board of Regents meeting involved discussions on various topics, including the appointment of a new regent to committees, review of divestment proposals, preliminary 2025 meeting schedules, amendments to board standing orders, a biennial board self-assessment survey, and 2024-25 board officer appointments. The meeting also included reports from the CEO of UW Medicine, covering topics such as the School of Medicine's activities, the Valley Medical Center strategic alliance agreement, and leadership searches. A budget, finance, and capital report was presented, along with an intercollegiate athletics update. The Big Ten Broadcast Control Center project was approved. Public comment included discussions on divestment, a nursing school dean search, and concerns about staff treatment. An executive session was held to review pending or potential litigation.