Justin Bennett

The Committee discussed the amendment to UWF Regulation-3.042 regarding the admission and enrollment of international students. Key updates involve aligning the regulation with federal and state standards, clarifying admission and enrollment requirements for F-1 and J-1 students, and updating language regarding nondiscrimination.

The committee meeting addressed the approval of the FY2027/28–2031/32 Capital Improvement Plan and the University Carryforward Spending Plan and Fixed Capital Outlay budget. Discussions included an update on the FY 2025-2026 modified operating budget and proposed tuition and fee increases for nonresident students for the upcoming academic year.

The committee discussed several key action and information items. Action items included the reaffirmation of specialized admissions status for Nursing and Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree programs, and the approval of a list of general education course offerings for the upcoming academic year. Information items included an update on tenure and post-tenure review processes, as well as an update on the university's transition to HLC accreditation. Additional business covered included the approval of new material and supply fees for the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

The Committee reviewed and accepted several internal audit reports, including purchasing card audits for the first and second quarters of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, a student hazing prevention audit, and an audit of internal controls and data security for the Driver and Vehicle Information Database (DAVID). The meeting also included discussion regarding IAMC department updates and proposed revisions to committee charters and work plans.

The Board approved the acceptance of the Data Integrity Audit 2025 for performance-based funding. Action items included authorization for the university to apply as a charter school authorizer through the Florida Department of Education, approval of a loan from the University of West Florida Foundation to the Board of Trustees for stadium construction, and approval of the President's performance goals for the fiscal year. Additionally, the Board approved the appointment of the permanent Vice President for the Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs.