Jennifer Brownell

The Board meeting agenda included several key presentations and committee reports. Key discussions involved an overview of the Carolina Student Transfer Excellence Program (CSTEP) and its co-admission agreements with partner universities. Committee reports covered significant actions, including the approval of a budget amendment for the Veterinary Medical Technician Barn Project due to increased construction estimates and scope reduction. The Budget and Finance Committee approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, reviewing financial reports and capital project budgets. The Curriculum and Student Engagement Committee approved the termination of the Histotechnology AAS Program, the addition of new programs (Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination AAS, BioPharma Quality AAS, and Health Sciences AAS), and updated Policy 4.1.9 regarding Total Student Completion Rates. Informational items included updates on capital projects such as the Public Safety Training Center and technology infrastructure replacements, as well as reports on employment statistics and the Small Business Center's annual performance.

Alamance Community College presents an overview of its recent progress and strategic focus. The document highlights unprecedented enrollment growth, expansion of programs, significant campus investments and partnerships, and a strong commitment to community impact. Key areas of focus include improving student success metrics, training a network of talent, fostering lifelong learning pathways, driving innovation through new academic programs, advancing access and belonging for all students, and transforming facilities and reach. These efforts aim to enhance educational opportunities and strengthen the workforce.

The agenda includes several key items for discussion and approval, such as the minutes from previous meetings and committee reports. The Personnel Committee Report will cover employment and separation data. The Building and Grounds Committee Report includes recommendations for approval of the Facilities Master Plan Revision and the Campus Wayfinding Exterior Project amendment, along with the Elevated Bridge Walkway Repair and Renovation Project closeout. The Budget and Finance Committee Report will present the Financial Report for August 2025. Other reports include the SGA Report and the Chair's Report, which covers ethics education due dates and Statement of Economic Interest filings. The President's Report will provide an update on the 2025 President's goals and the Foundation quarterly report.

The meeting included a signing ceremony for a transfer agreement between Wingate University and Alamance Community College, and the swearing-in of new and reappointed trustees. The board discussed the election of board officers for the 2025-26 term and recognized Senator Anthony Foriest and Fire Chief Matt Lawrence for their contributions. There were also discussions regarding the approval of committee minutes, personnel, building and grounds, budget and finance, curriculum committee reports, revisions to policies, and a report on statements of economic interest and ethics education due dates.

The agenda includes discussions on conflicts of interest, several committee reports including personnel, building and grounds, budget and finance, curriculum and student engagement, and nominating committee. Key topics include the AATC Chiller Replacement Project, capital project summaries and budget updates, naming opportunities for the Scott Collection Office and LabCorp, termination of the Histotechnology AAS Program, and new Biopharma Quality and Health Sciences AAS programs. Additionally, there will be reports from the SGA, Chair, Staff Association, and President, along with announcements regarding upcoming conferences and summits.