Iowa Western Community College Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The Board meeting included a comprehensive update on college operations, specifically regarding enrollment growth, the NC3 dashboard, and planning for the CB STEM School. Key discussions involved status reports on summer infrastructure and maintenance projects, the integration of artificial intelligence into financial operations, and a review of the board's self-assessment process. Additionally, the Board appointed members to the Audit Committee, approved the annual Quality Faculty Plan, authorized several High School Concurrent Enrollment contracts, and approved updates to the Board Policy Manual. A decision was made to sunset the Medical Assistant Program, transitioning it to a non-credit Workforce Pell Program.
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Iowa Western Community College Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting
The meeting included reports on college operations, including the President's report and a presentation regarding Community Colleges for Iowa, as well as a review of the board self-assessment process. Action items addressed included the appointment of audit committee members, the approval of the quality faculty plan, the authorization of high school concurrent enrollment contracts, and updates to board policy chapter 4. The agenda also featured a personnel report and a review of bills for payment, with provisions for potential closed sessions concerning litigation, negotiations strategy, personnel matters, and real estate.
May 18, 2026·Board meeting
Iowa Western Community College Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting
The board meeting agenda covered several key operational and strategic areas. This included receiving the President’s report on workplace survey results and school board recognition, a report from the Community Colleges for Iowa, and an institutional review of program vitality along with discussions regarding a STEM High School partnership. The consent agenda addressed personnel reports, financial reports, and curriculum updates. Key action items included updates to board policy, approval of concurrent enrollment contracts, an agreement for shared athletic facilities, setting tuition rates, and authorizing salary increases for both faculty and staff. The meeting also provided for potential executive sessions regarding litigation, negotiations, personnel, and real estate.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
Iowa Western Community College Special Board Meeting
The Board engaged in a community dialogue concerning a proposed STEM-focused charter school initiative, exploring potential partnerships and academic alignment with the college's mission. Discussions included facility and site requirements, project costs and funding sources, and curricular integration. The Board also addressed questions regarding student enrollment, transportation, and athletics, and requested further information regarding the alignment of the project with the college's master plan for subsequent consideration.
