Rachel L. Pinton

This document presents Ramapo College of New Jersey's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, articulated within a framework of strategic goals and priorities. The plan emphasizes prudent fiscal health, mission-driven decisions, student-centered approaches, and agile stewardship. Key strategic areas include academic excellence, an inclusive community, enrollment growth, strategic partnerships, institutional culture, and talent management. The budget outlines resource allocation to address current higher education challenges, enhance academic initiatives, and improve campus infrastructure, all while guiding the college towards its vision of 'Boldly Ascending'.

The board approved a contract amendment with Follett Higher Education Group, several institutional policies regarding intellectual property, digital accessibility, artwork deaccessioning, and contract authorization. Additionally, the board approved academic program name changes, a new minor in cybersecurity, and a restructuring of academic schools. Personnel actions were finalized, including faculty and management appointments and reappointments, along with fiscal year bid waivers and adjustments. The meeting also included recognitions for staff awards and service, and a moment of silence for deceased colleagues.

The Board of Trustees conducted a regular meeting where several key actions were approved. These actions included confirming the acquisition of 511 Ramapo Valley Road and approving the awarding of Emeritus Status to five professors. The Board also approved the awarding of Sabbatical Leaves for the 2026-2027 Academic Year, a supplement to the June 2022 List of Graduates, and a Bid Waiver. Furthermore, a series of personnel actions were approved, encompassing new appointments, reappointments with tenure, and several tiers of faculty and professional reappointments.

The Ramapo College Board of Trustees meeting included the approval of minutes from previous meetings, the approval of the slate of officers, the approval of the 2025 list of graduates, and the delegation of authority to the Audit Committee. Additionally, a series of personnel actions were approved, including faculty and staff appointments and amended titles. The board also approved non-tuition related fees and a first amendment to the existing lease agreement with Verizon Wireless. The board received the Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Ratios and the Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report.

The Board of Trustees approved a public bid waiver, authorized a grant application submission to the Secretary of Higher Education for funding under the Summer 2025 Cycle of the Higher Education Capital Facilities Program, and authorized the pursuit of property.