Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kristi Safranek’s organization
Oct 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Leadership Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed a new cybersecurity training partnership with Fortinet, strategies for standardizing student advisement calendars, and proposed bylaw changes to update committee member roles. Significant concerns were raised regarding Labster access, Barnes & Noble College fees, and various issues with digital book access, incompatibility between student systems and financial billing, and difficulties regarding dual credit book payments and access.
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The committee reviewed membership status and identified a vacancy for the Director of Academic and Career Planning. Discussions included plans to develop a student advising calendar and the creation of departmental flyers detailing program requirements, advising information, contact details, and financial aid eligibility. Furthermore, the committee appointed a new chair, established representation for shared governance, and scheduled a future review regarding becoming a Fortinet Academic Partner.
Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Laney College Board of Trustees Special Session Meeting
The board meeting proceeded with the approval of the agenda and the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Following these procedural items, the board voted to enter an executive session to deliberate on personnel matters, specifically concerning the evaluation of the college president.
Aug 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Faculty Senate Regular Meeting
The Faculty Senate received reports from various senators regarding departmental updates, enrollment figures, grant progress, and preparations for the academic semester. The standing committees provided reports on the creation of process and procedures manuals. Leadership elections were held, resulting in the selection of a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the academic year. The Senate also held a discussion concerning the continued participation of a member holding an administrative role.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
