Linda Sirois

The Finance Committee reviewed and approved the Internal Audit Report and the 2026-2027 Rehmann Professional Services Plan. The committee recommended approval for the 2027 fiscal year room and board rates as well as the 2026-2027 continuing budgets for various funds and operations. Additionally, an informational facilities report regarding major campus projects was presented. The committee also recommended the adoption of resolutions for one-day liquor licenses for upcoming campus events and acknowledged the retirement of the Director of Auxiliary Services while welcoming his successor.

The committee received informational reports and presentations regarding the Academic Senate, charter schools, new academic programs, and an entrepreneurship program. Recommendations were made for the Board of Trustees to approve several new degree programs, including Bachelor of Science degrees in Applied Exercise Physiology & Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science, an Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Technology, a Master of Science in Sustainability, and Associate of Applied Science degrees in Cannabis Agriculture and Operations, Cannabis Agriculture and Plant-Based Wellness, and Integrated Career and Technical Sciences. Additionally, the committee recommended the renewal of charter school contracts for Burton Glen Public School Academy and Walton Public School Academy, a grade expansion for JKL Bahweting Public School Academy, and specific board appointments for Burton Glen Academy and Walton Academy.

The Finance Committee reviewed the Internal Audit Report and the Proposed 2026 Audit Plan. An update on budgets and key indicators was provided, along with a status update on ongoing capital projects. The committee also received a report on the one-day liquor license applications for special events being held on campus and recommended that the Board approve the adoption of the resolutions for the licenses.

The recommendations to the board included personnel actions such as appointments and granting emeritus status, approval of graduate lists, and property and finance matters including continuing as an 80/20 Employer and approving a resolution for a one-day event liquor license. Special items included approving a department name change to The ASSIST Office, affirming the Gifts or Awards in Excess of $5,000 Policy, appointing a board member for Burton Glen Charter Academy, and approving a donation of offset lithographs to the DeVos Art Museum.

The Academic Affairs Committee meeting included informational reports and presentations on the Academic Senate, Charter Schools, and High Impact Practices. The Committee recommended that the Board of Trustees approve Burton Glen Charter Academy and Tyron Robinson's new appointment.