Justa Atha

This strategic plan outlines BridgeValley Community and Technical College's direction to deliver accessible, high-quality education, empower students for meaningful careers, and drive regional economic growth. It focuses on several key areas including excellence in workforce education, accessibility and achievement, transparency, a quality environment, community and economic development, a focus on skilled trades, and a safe and accessible campus. The plan sets forth strategic initiatives for student-centered education, holistic student support, institutional transparency and accountability, and targeted community engagement, with defined goals for enrollment growth, student retention and completion, institutional effectiveness, industry and community partnership expansion, and strategic marketing and brand identity.

The 2021-2025 Strategic Plan for BridgeValley Community and Technical College focuses on student success, institutional sustainability, and community engagement. The plan prioritizes preparing students for high-wage, high-skill occupations and lifelong learning, while also ensuring responsible resource management and fostering strong relationships with industry and community partners. Key initiatives include increasing program completion rates, improving student retention, expanding learning and earning opportunities, implementing guided pathways, pursuing new revenue streams, enhancing marketing and branding, and creating strategic partnerships to support workforce and economic development.

The meeting covered various topics including enrollment reports, showing a 13% increase in headcount and FTE compared to last spring. Discussions included the expansion of high school programs, particularly the Win Academy, and the positive impact of dual enrollment. Testimony was given regarding a bill on transcripts, advocating for a policy that does not withhold transcripts from students due to outstanding balances. Other topics included adult programming in K12 settings, collaborative programming with other institutions, and updates on facilities, including demolition of the engineering and engineering lab building. The meeting also addressed civil rights monitoring findings and necessary policy updates, including non-discrimination notices and recruitment practices.

The meeting included the president's report, covering enrollment growth, FAFSA assistance, Title IX updates, the hiring process for a High School Programs Dean, and progress on the 5-year strategic plan. The report also addressed IT infrastructure improvements, facilities updates, including asbestos assessment and bookstore transition, foundation events, non-credit course offerings, human resources matters, and grant submissions and awards. Discussions included nursing program fee increases, revisions to the Affirmative Action and Equal Employment policy, and the election of officers. Upcoming events and meetings were also noted.

The Board of Governors meeting covered several key action items, including the approval of the audit report, an increase in adjunct pay to $660 per credit hour, and updates to Board of Governors Policies D-3 (Campus Participation of Students with Felony and Sexual Offense Records) and F-4 (Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence), and A-11 (Prohibiting Pregnancy Related Discrimination). Reports included a quarterly budget report, presidential annual performance summary, and updates on the WIN Academy, FLSA, and the president's report, which covered student success, institutional success and sustainability, industry and community success, and presidential outside group and board involvement. Discussion included childcare options and a visit to the new immersive learning room in the nursing wing.