Rachael Baker

The key discussion items for this meeting include the call to order, recognition of the media, an executive session conducted pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. §30-4-70(a)(1) & (2), and a motion concerning the approval of compensation valued in excess of $175,000 per year for the position of Vice President of Student Affairs, in accordance with Board of Trustee By-laws article VIII Section 3D.

Key discussion topics for the meeting include the University Counsel Report, which covers updates on the University Compliance Working Group and the Enterprise Risk Management Committee. The agenda also includes recognition of the media, follow-up action items, and other business. An executive session is listed as a potential item.

The meeting agenda included calling the meeting to order, invocation, recognition of the media, the Chairman's Report, and various University Reports from the Faculty Senate, Staff Senate, SGA, and University President. Standing Committee Motions involved ratifying Executive Committee actions regarding compensation for Offensive and Defensive Coordinators and the Offensive Line Coach, both exceeding $175,000 annually. The Academic Excellence & Student Experience Committee addressed academic program reviews, emeritus recommendations, tenure and promotion, and the Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker. The Finance & Audit Committee considered motions for property transfer negotiations, approval and adoption of proposed tuition, fees, and meal plan rates for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and the renewal or extension of several campus leases. The Facilities & Planning Committee addressed predesign approval for a Pedway/pedestrian walkway over Highway 544 and property acquisition negotiations related to that project. Other business and a preview of the next meeting were also scheduled.

The meeting agenda included the call to order, recognition of the media, and a roll call. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to an Executive Session to address legal advice and contractual matters. The committee was scheduled to consider motions to approve compensation packages valued in excess of $175,000 per year for several high-level football coaching positions, specifically the Head Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach, Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach, and Offensive Line Coach. The agenda concluded with other business and adjournment.

The Legal and Compliance Committee meeting commenced with a discussion led by the Vice President for Legal Counsel regarding the creation of a litigation risk matrix. Committee members provided feedback on risk factor ratings, noting that legal risk assessment is based on the University's mission and strategic plan, rather than solely on financial value. The committee subsequently entered into Executive Session to discuss a legal update and an agency head matter, during which no action was taken.