Leslie Martin

The committee held a meeting to review previous committee discussions, emphasizing the effectiveness of presentations and the quality of information provided by university leadership for governance purposes. Additionally, the process for upcoming board elections was initiated.

The committee reviewed reports from the Auditor of Public Accounts regarding the ongoing financial audit and NCAA compliance, as well as an oral report on the quarterly review of the University Discretionary Fund. A financial overview and outlook for upcoming fiscal years were provided, along with updates on capital and information technology projects. The committee recommended approval of a resolution certifying compliance with the Debt Management Policy, proposed tuition and fee recommendations for the 2026-27 academic year, and a modification to the expiration date for a temporary construction easement with the Norfolk Southern Railway Company.

The committee discussed academic affairs strategic directions, including the development of a strategic curricular portfolio, student success metrics, and community collaborations. Reports were provided on program accreditation, the implementation of a new general education curriculum, and university internal governance reviews. The committee also formally approved the tenure awards for multiple faculty members across several colleges.

The committee reviewed the University's FY 2025 financial statement audit, receiving an unmodified opinion. The University Auditor presented the quarterly review of the University Discretionary Fund, several IT and college transition audit reports, and a follow-up audit status report. Finance and Administration provided updates on various active campus improvements and capital projects, as well as division objectives for the strategic plan. Additionally, the committee discussed and ultimately decided not to proceed with proposed changes to the Radford University Discrimination and Harassment policy.

The Board of Visitors discussed Radford University's recent institutional successes, including record-breaking enrollment numbers and retention progress. Key topics included the university's strategy for addressing regional healthcare workforce needs through new partnerships, the development of an adventure works summit to foster economic growth, and the expansion of the 'tartan transfer' initiative. The Board also reviewed legislative updates regarding state budget planning and the status of bills related to university governance. Additionally, the meeting covered internal initiatives such as the 'culture of care' project, the strategic integration of artificial intelligence across academic and operational areas, and updates on collaborative relationships between the administration and the Faculty Senate.