Kash Cox

The Board meeting included several key actions and reports across multiple committees. Academic and Health Affairs authorized degree program additions, including a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Lamar University, a Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Cultures at Sam Houston State University, a Doctorate of Nursing Education and Master of Science in Nursing at Sul Ross State University, an Associate of Science in Business Administration at Lamar State College Orange, and an Associate of Applied Science in Renewable Energy at Lamar State College Port Arthur. Finance and Audit committee items included the authorization of meal plan and residence hall rates, property insurance delegation, and the adoption of the Thirty-First Supplemental Resolution. Planning and Construction approved design development documents for the ALERRT Center at Texas State University. Additionally, the Board recognized multiple individuals with Regents' awards for teaching, student scholarship, and staff excellence, authorized several campus facility namings, and heard reports on government relations, foundation activities, and institutional campus updates.

The committee convened to deliberate on several updates to the Rules and Regulations, including changes to board approval requirements, construction procedures and public art programs, financial affairs, and contract administration. Additionally, discussions encompassed revisions to guidelines for historically underutilized businesses, tuition and fee authority for competency-based programs, faculty employment terms, prior service credits, probationary service, and contract termination protocols. The agenda also addressed the discontinuation of tenure-track appointments at certain institutions and amendments to the Regents Code of Ethics.

The Board discussed and approved various academic program additions across the system, including new degrees in Applied Biomedical Sciences, Nursing, Business Administration, and Renewable Energy. Financial actions included setting meal plan and residence hall rates, delegating authority to bind property insurance, and adopting a supplemental resolution for revenue bonds. Planning and construction activities involved approving design documents for center improvements, amendments to project scopes, and additions to the Capital Improvements Program. Additionally, the Board recognized faculty and staff with awards, authorized the naming of several campus facilities, and received updates regarding legislative relations, the Student Advisory Board, and Foundation funds.

This Master Plan outlines the strategic development for the Sul Ross State University Eagle Pass Campus. It is guided by six planning principles, including harmonizing with nature, promoting a comfortable pedestrian experience, fostering outdoor activities, cultivating a welcoming environment, planning for thoughtful and strategic phased growth, and solidifying SRSU as an educational pillar of the region. The plan details a multi-phase growth strategy for new buildings, facilities, transportation infrastructure, and landscape enhancements.

The Board of Regents reviewed and approved a contract between Texas State University and CPD for the use of facilities, allowing the university to serve as a host for an event in 2024.