Katlyn Vander Spoel

The board discussed and considered the appointment of an interim president following the resignation of the current president. A committee recommendation was presented, and Dr. Richard G. Shrubb was appointed as the Interim President, pending final contract approval. Board members engaged in a discussion regarding the search and interview process conducted by the selected search firm.

The meeting included a program review for the Commercial Motor Vehicle/CDL Program, personnel updates, and various departmental reports covering graduation preparations, campus facility damage, and state budget and aid developments. The Board reviewed and approved financial statements and authorized several new academic offerings, including programs in Occupational Studies, Radiography Technician, Respiratory Therapy, and Allied Health. Additionally, the board accepted the resignation of the Vice President of Student Services and discussed the interim president search process.

The agenda for the meeting includes institutional reports such as an Xcel Grant presentation, personnel updates, administrative updates regarding Houghton and vice-presidential activities, and a report from the President. New business items cover the review of financial reports, approval of the line of credit renewal process, the sale of personal property owned by the college, and a committee restructure. The meeting will also include a discussion on graduation proceedings and upcoming events.

The agenda focuses on institutional updates including the introduction of a new employee, program reviews for the Commercial Motor Vehicle program, personnel updates, and reports from the Houghton campus and the President. New business items include the review of financial reports, the approval of new degree programs in Occupational Studies, Radiography Technician, Respiratory Therapy, and Allied Health, as well as addressing a resignation within the leadership team. Additional discussions include updates on the interim president process and upcoming college events.

The board discussed institutional updates, including student support initiatives, the Allied Health Open House, and the roof collapse at the Copper Country Center. Strategic planning, tuition structure revisions, and personnel updates were also addressed. Financial reports were reviewed, and several board policies were discussed, including a new sponsorship policy, a board handbook, surplus property disposition, and acceptable use of information systems. Additionally, the board established an interim president search committee and held a closed session regarding collective bargaining strategy.