Dec 10, 2025Board meeting agenda packet
South Dakota Board of Regents Agenda Item
The board reviewed a proposal to authorize Dakota State University to offer a new Master of Science in Data Privacy program. Key discussion topics included the program's alignment with institutional and strategic goals, curriculum structure, faculty capacity, and instructional design. The proposal emphasizes addressing the growing workforce demand for professionals skilled in technical, legal, and policy frameworks for data protection across various sectors. The document also incorporates feedback from an external program review and the university's subsequent modifications to the program plan.