Kelly J. Block

This document, a transcript of the University of Illinois System's Leadership State Tour, highlights the institution's commitment to generating statewide economic and social impact through active community engagement. The overarching purpose is to foster a stronger Illinois by focusing on key strategic areas including retaining local students through world-class education, investing in talent development, and establishing comprehensive educational pathways. The vision emphasizes cultivating robust partnerships between government, education, and communities to drive economic growth and create lasting opportunities across the state.

Key discussions included the review of items recommended for the full Board of Trustees meeting, such as appointments to staff and faculty positions. A significant topic was the recommendation to establish the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science in The Grainger College of Engineering at Urbana, which involves transforming the existing Computer Science department to recognize computing as a third pillar of engineering. Additionally, revisions were discussed for degree programs in Urbana, including renaming the Master of Science in Biology to Master of Science in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Biology to Doctor of Philosophy in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior. The committee also reviewed the elimination of the Master of Science in Special Education due to lack of enrollment. Other agenda items included the appointment of a new dean for the Graduate College in Chicago and the establishment of the Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics in Chicago. Furthermore, the Master of Science in Disability and Human Development in Chicago was recommended for renaming to Master of Science in Disability Access and Inclusion to better align with career pathways. Presentations covered the University of Illinois Press and research on 'Urban Public Space: The Case of Urban Nightlife,' focusing on integrated segregation and discrimination via dress codes. The committee also welcomed newly elected student trustees.

The committee reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on March 29, 2023. Key discussions focused on recommended items for the full Board agenda scheduled for May 18, 2023. Topics included recommendations for appointments to faculty, administrative/professional staff, and intercollegiate athletic staff. A primary item involved the appointment of Dr. Nicholas P. Jones as interim chancellor for the University of Illinois Chicago for a brief period in July 2023, preceding Dr. Marie Lynn Miranda's commencement as chancellor. Tuition rates for new online programs, specifically the Master of Science in Architectural Studies and Master of Public Administration, were reviewed due to a lack of flexibility in the current rate-setting approach. The committee also reviewed recommendations for the appointment of Dr. John J. Coleman as vice chancellor for academic affairs and provost at Urbana, the amendment of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Senate Constitution, the appointment of Dr. Germán A. Bollero as dean for the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at Urbana, the renaming of a department in Urbana, the appointment of Dr. Lisa A. Freeman as dean for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Chicago, the establishment of a new department in Chicago, and changes to the Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies program at Springfield, including the appointment of Dr. Cecilia Cornell as interim provost at Springfield. A future discussion regarding online education philosophy was announced.

Key discussions included the review of recommended Board items for the subsequent meeting on November 13, 2025, covering appointments to staff and faculty, and the approval of an interim University of Illinois System Policy on Integrity in Research and Scholarly Activities, necessitated by forthcoming U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulations. Several administrative reorganization appointments were recommended for the Urbana campus, including a new Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, an Interim Vice Chancellor for Access, Civil Rights, and Community, and a Chief of Staff and Vice Chancellor for Administrative Strategy. Appointments were also recommended for the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Vice Chancellor for Engagement at the Chicago campus, as well as interim leadership appointments for the College of Medicine Dean and CEO of the University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics in Chicago. Furthermore, the committee reviewed the establishment of the Social and Behavioral Sciences Institute as a permanent institute at Urbana and the creation of a new Bachelor of Arts in Sports Media program at Urbana. A legislative update was provided, focusing on state appropriations, regulatory reforms, and federal relations, including concerns over proposed H-1B visa fees and Department of Education definitions. The meeting concluded with a comprehensive presentation detailing the residential experience across all three campuses, highlighting capacity, engagement initiatives, and future housing needs.

This document details the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System's UI-CAN Implementation efforts for 2020-2022, focusing on programs from the UIC College of Dentistry aimed at achieving health equity. The plan addresses three core community health priority areas: addressing social and structural determinants of health; improving access to care, community resources, and system improvements; and primary and secondary prevention of chronic disease. It outlines various community programs and initiatives, emphasizing partnerships and educational efforts to serve underserved populations and enhance overall community health.