The Board of Governors discussed several critical topics, starting with a review of the PASSHE academic year and student success initiatives. The Board addressed the current budget request submitted to the General Assembly for a 5% allocation increase to maintain flat tuition rates. Additionally, the meeting included a presentation from faculty union leadership regarding systemic concerns over ADA compliance, highlighting issues with human resources policies, remote work accommodations, and recertification requirements. A member of the public also presented a draft policy intended to bridge gaps in disability rights and institutional compliance, requesting its formal review by the Audit, Compliance, and Risk Committee.
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Board of Governors Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and addressed several key items, including the re-appointment of a student board member and a review of academic program changes across system universities. The meeting featured an update on the PASSHE Foundation and a presentation of the Ali Zaidi Award for academic excellence. Additionally, the Governance and Leadership Committee recommended the appointment of several new student trustees to various university councils. The board also acted on property disposition requests for Commonwealth University and Millersville University.
Feb 12, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of Governor Meeting
The meeting commenced with a roll call confirming a quorum. The Chair opened the session by highlighting the success of first-generation students and acknowledging the dedication of staff and faculty. February was noted as the midpoint of the academic year, with a focus on students preparing for exams and internships, and the importance of state investment in keeping universities affordable and accessible, resulting in increased enrollment of first-generation and transfer students, and record high retention rates. Following the opening remarks, statewide union leaders addressed the board. Dr. Ken Mash, representing the AppScuff Union, voiced serious concerns regarding the lack of funding needed to maintain the status quo, technological deficits requiring significant investment for redesign plans to succeed, and general campus issues such as leaking building conditions and non-functional elevators, all of which contribute to low morale. Dr. Rich Furick, representing the trustees through PACE, reported on key focus areas: the budget (specifically addressing the governor's flat budget proposal versus the request for a 5% appropriations increase to hold tuition flat), trustee appointments that are overdue at several institutions, and preparations for the annual meeting in April. Public comment included testimony from Jess Hughes and Dr. Jill Craraven regarding significant, long-standing failures in ADA compliance across the state system, citing the lack of transition plans, insufficient ADA coordination on campuses, and burdensome accommodation processes for faculty.
Apr 10, 2025·Board meeting
Board of Governors Meeting
The Board of Governors meeting included public comment, remarks by union leaders, and the presentation of the Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence. The consent agenda covered meeting minutes, committee assignments, bond issuance authorization, loan repayment schedule adjustments, and a quarterly report of academic program changes. The meeting also addressed student trustee appointments, reports from the Chancellor and staff, the Chancellor search, and other business. A key discussion point was the approval of a revised repayment schedule and loan agreement for Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. The meeting also included a report from the Chancellor and an update from the PASSHE Foundation.
