Kim T Chavis

The agenda for this special meeting focused on the presentation and formal vote regarding the adoption of the All-Funds Budget.

The Board of Trustees met to discuss and approve various campus facility improvement projects funded by Title III. Projects authorized include renovations to the Alfonso Elder Student Union gaming room, Miller Morgan Auditorium, and School of Education Auditorium, as well as a fire alarm system replacement for New Residence Hall 2, electrical upgrades at the Walker Complex, and a campus electrical sub-metering design project. Additionally, the Board granted the Chancellor delegation of authority to approve projects under $750,000, provided that quarterly status reports are submitted to the Board. The meeting also included a closed session regarding personnel matters.

The Board discussed key institutional updates including significant enrollment growth, strong research proposal and award figures, and progress toward R2 Carnegie Classification. Financial updates focused on fundraising goals, budget development for the upcoming fiscal year, and a proposed housing project to address bed shortages. The meeting also addressed audit progress, athletic department performance, and governance updates regarding the Foundation Board and alumni associations. Future commencement dates and facility naming ceremonies were also announced.

The board meeting agenda included a closed session and an open session, during which a vote was taken regarding a personnel matter.

The agenda covers committee meetings and a full Board of Trustees meeting. Key topics include reports on academic and student affairs, advancement and external affairs, athletics, internal audit, business and finance, and governance. Action items include project approvals, open-end designer approval, advance planning for the Alfred Elder Old Student Center, and the approval for the demolition of residential properties at 602 and 604 Dupree Street. The board meeting also features reports from the Chancellor and the Student Government Association.