Juan Avalos

The College of Southern Nevada's Strategic Plan serves as a guiding framework to advance student success, equity, and institutional excellence, with strategic goals and measurable outcomes aligned to Nevada System of Higher Education priorities. It focuses on creating a responsive, student-centered learning environment that prepares individuals for lifelong achievement and empowers diverse communities through accessible, high-quality education. The plan is built upon core themes including Institutional Effectiveness, Mission, Vision, and I-LEAD Values.

The document outlines student success goals for NSHE institutions, focusing on graduation rates, the number of students conferred awards, and persistence rates. It includes targets and actual figures for various institutions within the NSHE system from 2012 to 2021, with target goals extending to 2025. The goals are designed to improve student outcomes across the Nevada System of Higher Education.

The meeting included discussions on the President's report, which highlighted organizational changes, appointments, and progress on collective bargaining agreements. Updates were provided on the Northwest campus and the development of education and training centers. The council reviewed and approved the revised IAC Bylaws. Legislative updates covered the NSHE Funding Formula and CSN Legislative Priorities. The NSHE report included information on a grant focusing on equity and student success, and the upcoming strategic plan presentation. The council also discussed a prospective future meeting date and expressed interest in a more active role in the Presidential search process.

The meeting included the Board Chair's report, which covered developments at the Northwest Campus, the retirement of Dr. Zaragoza, and the appointment of Dr. Kibler as Acting President. The President's report highlighted the importance of the IAC's role in community engagement and workforce development, along with updates on the new funding formula and the Northwest Campus, now named the Center for Excellence in Public Safety. A CSN Foundation report detailed the Foundation's strategic priorities and a capital campaign. The meeting also addressed proposed IAC bylaws, future meeting dates, and a discussion regarding voting rights for ex-officio members.

The meeting included the President's report, which covered various organizational changes, appointments, and ongoing projects such as the development of the Northwest campus and the Westside Education and Training Center. The CSN IAC Bylaws were reviewed and approved. Legislative updates were presented, including the NSHE Funding Formula and CSN Legislative Priorities. A report from NSHE was given, and the next meeting date was left open for later determination.