Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Miguel Akira Smith’s organization
May 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community College District No. 11 Pierce College Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included reports from the Associated Students of Pierce College District, the Pierce College Federation of Teachers, and the Washington Public Employees Association. The Chancellor provided a report covering strategic priorities such as financial stewardship, student outcome advancements, external partnerships, and employee recognition. The board also approved the 2026-2027 Student Technology Fee budget and the 2026-2027 Services and Activities budget. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss the evaluation of a public employee.
Enterprise
Get verified public-sector contacts at scale
Find verified emails, direct dials, role context, job-change updates, and organization signals across every public-sector account you sell to.
Community College District No. 11 Pierce College Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting featured a study session on the Institutional Effectiveness Report. Key reports included updates from the student government regarding upcoming campus events, the faculty federation on digital accessibility and contract negotiations, and the public employees association regarding staffing changes and salary adjustments. The Chancellor discussed foundation achievements, leadership reflections, and national association partnerships. Additionally, the board reviewed an institutional effectiveness report on workforce readiness and an innovation presentation regarding Bachelor of Applied Science degree pathways. Discussions also covered trustee orientation, tenure receptions, and community engagement efforts.
Feb 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community College District No. 11 Pierce College Regular Meeting
The meeting included a study session regarding the Science Dome and various organizational reports. Student leaders presented updates on upcoming events and student life initiatives, while union representatives discussed faculty support, digital accessibility compliance, and classified staff compensation. The Chancellor reported on strategic priorities, including financial stewardship, equitable student outcomes, and institutional effectiveness, noting progress in retention and completion rates. Additionally, the Board reviewed innovation strategies for student persistence and enrollment, acknowledged trustee contributions, and held an executive session for tenure process evaluations.
Mar 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community College District No. 11 Pierce College Regular Meeting
The board conducted an executive session regarding the faculty tenure process and subsequently took formal action to approve the continuance of probationary status for several faculty members and the granting of tenure to others. The meeting included reports from the Associated Students, the Pierce College Federation of Teachers, and the Washington Public Employees Association. The Chancellor provided a comprehensive report covering topics such as financial stewardship and budget planning, legislative impacts on higher education funding, student success initiatives, digital accessibility compliance efforts, and institutional strategic planning. Additionally, the Board Chair delivered a report on community and governance engagement activities.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
