Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Laura Donnell’s organization
Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Affairs Division Welcome Back Meeting
The meeting reviewed divisional accomplishments from the previous year and established priorities for the 2026-2027 academic year. Leadership discussed staff transitions, including changes in divisional budget management and the return of an associate provost to faculty duties. Key administrative updates involved streamlining the promotion and tenure process, digitizing faculty development leave applications, and transitioning student course evaluations to a new system integrated with the university's learning management platform. Additionally, the division announced the upcoming review of the Learning Management System contract, the implementation of a wintermester, and the discontinuation of August commencement ceremonies.
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This strategic plan outlines the direction for SFA from 2026 to 2036. It is structured around five key pillars: Student Experience, Academic Programs, Research and Creative Activities, Innovation, and Workplace Culture. The plan aims to provide a transformative student-centered experience, develop versatile and career-ready graduates, establish SFA as a national hub for interdisciplinary research and innovation, and foster an empowering environment for faculty and staff.
Feb 2, 2024·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Regents Meeting
The meeting included recognition of three outgoing board members, Robert Flores, Alton Frailey, and Scott Coleman, highlighting their contributions and service to the university. New appointments were announced, including Dr. Brandon Frye as Vice President for Student Affairs and Graham Gardner as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. The meeting also covered updates on the search for an Executive Vice President, legislative session activities, a $3.4 million EDA grant for research innovation, various campus partnerships (including Lone Star College and a distinguished high school partnership program), and initiatives to improve campus communication and shared governance. A report on the Intercollegiate Athletic Advisory Committee meeting was given, highlighting the positive response to the upcoming conference change. Finally, the meeting included reports from the Faculty Senate and the Student Government Association.
Oct 30, 2023·BoardMeeting
Board
Live Captioning Transcript -- October 30 -- Board of Regents Meeting #358
The Board of Regents Meeting #358 focused on evaluating potential affiliations with four different university systems. Reports were presented by students, staff counsel, academic affairs, and alumni, each detailing the strengths and weaknesses of each system based on stakeholder feedback. Key discussion points included the impact on student culture, financial benefits (including faculty and staff salaries and financial aid), and the preservation of SFA's identity and traditions. Concerns were raised regarding potential job losses, salary equity, and the clarity of financial support offered by each system. The reports highlighted the importance of investing in front-line staff and supporting staff, ensuring financial transparency, and aligning budget allocations with SFA's mission. The overall sentiment expressed varied across stakeholder groups, with some favoring affiliation and others emphasizing the importance of maintaining SFA's independence.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
