Patricia Matchin

The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including the approval of Spring 2026 graduates, the adoption of a five-year capital plan for infrastructure and HVAC improvements, and the approval of a capital project request for student housing renovations under new legislative provisions. Additionally, the board received informational updates on the New Mexico Military Institute Foundation’s financial growth and asset status, as well as an overview of the Senior ROTC program's activities, recruitment efforts, and academic achievements.

The agenda includes the approval of the spring graduates for 2026, the review and approval of the 5-year capital plan, and the approval of a specific capital project for student housing. Additionally, the meeting features informational updates regarding the NMMI Foundation and the Senior ROTC program.

The Board of Regents received a superintendent's end-of-year report detailing cadet academic performance, enrollment growth, and institutional achievements. The board accepted the Fiscal Year 2025 single audit report, approved budget revisions and future budget proposals, and authorized the disposition of fixed assets. Additionally, the board approved tuition and fees for the Intermediate Preparatory Academy, reviewed governance procedures for agenda control and committee operations, established a special committee to review the Board Policy Manual, and adopted updated criteria and nomination processes for the Hall of Fame. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to an off-campus incident.

The Board of Regents meeting involved the approval of an internal audit firm contract and the authorization of membership in the Higher Education Regents Coalition, including the payment of annual dues effective July 2026. Additionally, the Board discussed administrative procedures, governance responsibilities, compliance with the Open Meetings Act, and the status of institutional hiring processes, while also noting upcoming plans to review Board procedures through an ad hoc committee.

The Board received an update on institutional progress including enrollment growth, international recruitment efforts, new postsecondary partnerships, campus security procedures, and progress on infrastructure projects such as the new dining hall. The Board reviewed and approved the tuition and fee structure for the upcoming academic period, formally adopted the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to guide future operational objectives, and appointed TKM LLC as the provider for internal audit services following a competitive solicitation process. Additionally, the Board participated in a professional governance training session presented by legal counsel.