Karrie Pridemore

The Board meeting included remarks from the Chair, Vice Chair, Alumni Association member, and student representative regarding various campus achievements, student life activities, and organizational updates. Key action items approved by the Board included tuition and fee increases for the 2026-2027 academic year, adjustments to student housing rental rates, modifications to meal plan rates and casual dining pricing, updates to conference and event rate schedules, and the maintenance of current parking fees and fines. Additionally, the Board approved the Campus Master Plan which outlines development through 2035. The meeting also included status updates on SACSCOC accreditation, legislative priorities, and overall enrollment growth trends.

The Board meetings covered comprehensive updates including accreditation processes, student affairs and housing data, enrollment management, and legislative and budgetary developments. Key actions included the approval of faculty promotions and tenure, updates to meal plans and housing rental rates, the election of the Board Clerk, and the adoption of the 2025 six-year institutional plan. Significant reports were provided on the successful Honor the Future campaign, student government initiatives, and facility improvements. Additionally, resolutions of appreciation were passed for outgoing members and long-serving employees.

The board meeting will include a closed session to discuss faculty promotion and tenure. Action items on the agenda consist of reviewing and potentially approving faculty promotions and tenure, the proposed 2026-2027 college budget, updates regarding board membership, clerk appointments, and scheduling of future board meeting dates. Additionally, the agenda covers a strategic planning process and a report from the Chancellor.

The board meeting featured several reports and action items across multiple sessions. Key discussions included an update on the SACSCOC Accreditation and Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), focusing on the first-year experience restructuring and the introduction of new graduate programs (MS in Technology Management and Data Analytics, and MS in Nursing: FNP). Student Affairs provided an overview of Fall 2024 activities, noting increases in housing occupancy and counseling sessions, and discussed updates to intramurals and the gaming hub. The finance section covered the 2025-2026 Proposed Operating Budget, assuming a 3% salary increase and zero tuition/fee increase for two years, and included approvals for adjustments to meal plan structures and new student housing rental rates for off-campus townhouses. Action was taken to approve the 2025 six-year institutional plan for submission. Furthermore, the board approved the election of a new Clerk of the Board and accepted several new and reappointment member nominations. Resolutions of appreciation were adopted for departing board members and retiring staff.

The meeting included updates on SACSCOC accreditation and the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), focusing on the first-year experience and restructuring the first-year seminar. Experiential learning was discussed, with the introduction of the GivePulse platform for tracking student activities. Updates were provided on housing and student engagement, including historical data on housing numbers and counseling sessions. The legislative update covered the 2025 General Assembly Calendar and UVA Wise's legislative priorities. The proposed operating budget for 2025-2026 was presented, including revenue and expense assumptions. The Chancellor reported on the Honor the Future Campaign, the endowment total, and the Robert F. Stallard Fellowship in STEM scholarship. Enrollment numbers for Spring 2025 and admitted students for Fall 2025 were also shared, along with recent accomplishments at the College.