South Dakota Board of Regents Minutes Of The Meeting
The Board meeting addressed key operational and academic directives, including the approval of the FY28 budget requests and the authorization of new degree programs, notably in the field of Artificial Intelligence. Revisions to several Board of Regents policies were passed, featuring a new governance framework for Artificial Intelligence usage and updates to student registration and withdrawal procedures. The Board received comprehensive reports from university presidents, the Student Federation, and research park leadership. Infrastructure items included the approval of a preliminary facility statement for a new SDSU computing center and various maintenance projects. Additionally, the Board fulfilled its statutory requirement to conduct an annual review of South Dakota open meetings laws.
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The board discussed and moved to approve the second and final reading of revisions to policies 4.4.5 (Faculty Compensation) and 4.3.1 (Non-Faculty Exempt Employment Provisions). These revisions, which were part of a statewide academic policy project, include updated definitions, eligibility criteria for overload compensation, new compensation caps, administrative review requirements for consecutive overloads, restrictions on instructional overload for financially non-viable courses, and guidelines for non-instructional supplemental compensation. The revisions aim to align institutional practices with market standards and best practices.
May 18, 2026·Board meeting
South Dakota Board of Regents Minutes Of The Meeting
The meeting involved the approval of various academic program requests, including new degrees, specializations, and certificates, alongside university accreditation and facility-related projects. The Board addressed budget and finance matters, such as adjustments to tuition, housing rates, and student fees, and authorized maintenance and repair projects for multiple campuses. Additionally, the session included discussions on artificial intelligence strategies in higher education and the approval of school-specific policies for the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Executive session outcomes involved personnel matters, including contract renewals, tenure, and promotion approvals for faculty across the Regental system.
Apr 1, 2026·Board meeting
South Dakota Board of Regents Minutes of the Meeting
The Board meeting covered a wide array of administrative, academic, and financial topics. Key discussions involved the election of officers, executive sessions regarding personnel and legal matters, and various student and faculty recognitions. The Board approved numerous academic programs, certifications, specializations, and articulation agreements across multiple institutions. Budgetary actions included reviews of the FY27 General Bill, FY26 amendments, and special appropriations. Additionally, the Board authorized several capital projects, including the construction of the Gassen Family Fieldhouse, the renovation of the Briggs Library, and data storage system purchases. Policy revisions regarding student codes of conduct, faculty compensation, and IT security were also enacted.
