Rebecca Dean

The meeting included discussions regarding enrollment updates, budget status, and branding strategies, specifically addressing whether NHTI is perceived as "Concord's Best Kept Secret." The board also considered focusing on target audiences like veterans and the potential of developing a business incubator at NHTI to attract students. Additionally, the role of the NHTI Advisory Board was slated for discussion, along with the Annual Legislative Breakfast, where collaboration between USNH and CCSNH, transfer credits, and the Merrimack County Delegation's vision for NHTI were recommended as topics.

The Industry Advisory Board Meeting addressed several key areas, including program statuses for CPET, AGGP, and EET. AGGP is being retooled with a programming focus, while EET faces staffing challenges due to the strong economy. Enrollment trends for CPET and EET are declining, mirroring trends at community colleges. Discussions also covered potential collaborations with NHTI/UNH and NHTI/NCC, focusing on curriculum alignment and the value of senior projects. Input was requested on the CPET curriculum.

The meeting included introductions of new board members from Eversource Energy and Bar Harbor Bank & Trust. A presentation outlined NHTI's goals for 2021 and an overview of NHTI's 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, including its four pillars: Student Success, Workforce Development, Institutional Effectiveness and Sustainability, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. There was also a presentation on leadership experiences at NHTI and improvements to the NHTI Learning Commons Library. Updates were provided on the legislative situation, NHTI's current budget, academic program realignment, and fundraising efforts.

The Advisory Board meeting included discussions on NHTI's Engineering programs, an introduction of a potential new member and the new Business Operations Officer, and a student sharing their positive experiences. The role of the governance board was clarified, and the college's mission, purpose, and values were reviewed with reference to strategic goals. Discussions also covered FAFSA completion, equity issues, alumni and development work, and the board's support for NHTI.

The meeting included an introduction by a Dental Hygiene student about her experiences at NHTI. Discussions covered the return to formalized minutes, tracking board members' service, and recognizing retiring members. An update was provided on the search for a new President at NHTI, with a plan to build a candidate pool over the summer for campus visits in August or September. Board members shared their views on the Advisory Board's purpose, noting a shift from conversations and idea sharing to informational updates, expressing a desire for more data-driven discussions to better advise the college. There was also discussion about curriculum refreshment, board member involvement in activities like high school visits and fundraising, and understanding the overall institutional health through regular reports.