Ona Engwer Backus

The meeting agenda included several updates from Vice Presidents covering the Budget Status, Capital Projects and Major Renovations, Enrollment Comparison, and a verbal update on the New Compensation and Classification Structure. Action items involved the Mid-Year Operating Budget and the College Mission Statement. The President's Report addressed an overview of meetings/activities, legislative bills and provisos related to higher education, and the 2025 Economic Impact Analysis. Other agenda items included the Foundation Report and information segments such as Cabinet Member Reports, Faculty Assembly Report, Turf Bowl, Upcoming Events, and News Articles and Releases. The session concluded with an Executive Session scheduled for discussing personnel matters and/or contractual arrangements/negotiations.

This document describes HGTC's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), an initiative named 'EPIC' focused on 'Effective Professional and Interpersonal Communication'. The plan aims to enhance students' written and oral communication skills for academic, personal, and career advancement, preparing them to excel in the workplace. This QEP is a requirement for the institution's reaccreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, addressing a key need identified through surveys of students, employers, and campus community members.

The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Commission meeting included updates on the budget status, capital projects, major renovations, and enrollment comparison. The commission discussed the Marilyn J. Fore Health Professions Training Complex Renovation, Automotive Building Expansion, Cosmetology Labs Renovation/Expansion, and Repair/Replace Roofing projects. They also discussed the upcoming Commencement Ceremony and the appointment of a nominating committee for the Election of Officers. The commission approved academic consortia agreements and contracts, as well as financial institutions and investment programs. Additionally, HGTC was selected to have its Fifth-Year Interim Report showcased at the SACSCOC Annual Meeting. The Foundation's Black-Tie Gala raised over $116,000 for student scholarships and college initiatives. Updates were provided on dual enrollment numbers, media coverage, and technology infrastructure.

The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Commission meeting included updates on capital projects and major renovations across various campuses, such as the Conway Campus Cosmetology Labs, Grand Strand Campus Building 100, and the Georgetown Campus Marine Technology Center. Enrollment figures were shared, showing an increase in student enrollment compared to the previous year. The commission approved the revised 2024-25 annual unrestricted operating budget, a request to write off delinquent accounts receivable, revisions to Policy 2.3.1 regarding grant activities, and changes to policies concerning developmental education. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters and contractual negotiations, resulting in an extension for negotiations for the purchase of real property near the existing campus. Additionally, the offering of the Correctional Officer Training Certificate Degree and the termination of the Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate Degree were approved.

The Horry-Georgetown Technical College Commission meeting included updates on the budget status, capital projects, major renovations, and enrollment. Key actions involved the election of officers, approval of the 2025-2026 Area Commission meeting schedule, the annual unrestricted operating budget for 2025-2026, and the write-off of delinquent accounts receivable. A new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovators Certificate Degree was approved, and Policy 3.5.1 Loyalty to Institution was eliminated. The President reported on her appointment to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges Board of Trustees, a legislative update, and performance funding. The Foundation Report was submitted, and individuals were appointed to the Foundation Board. The meeting also covered cabinet reports, faculty assembly activities, news releases, and upcoming events, followed by an executive session to discuss personnel matters and contractual arrangements.