Rhys Edwards

The Board of Trustees discussed and approved various items, including faculty tenure-track appointments, promotions involving tenure, and new degree programs such as a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence. The agenda also covered committee reports, the establishment of the School of Health, Human, and Biological Systems, the FY 26-27 General Fund Budget, and the appointment of an external auditor. Furthermore, the Board reviewed administrative reports regarding research and sponsored programs, honorary degree recommendations, and capital contract approvals.

The board meeting covered several key items, including committee reports from the Academic Affairs, Audit and Finance, and Leadership committees. The Board reviewed and acted upon several personnel matters, including tenure-track appointments, promotions, appointments with tenure, emeritus ranks, and resignations. Additionally, the Board discussed new academic degree programs, the establishment of the School of Health, Human, & Biological Systems, honorary degree recommendations, the General Fund Budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and the selection of an external auditor. Informational reports were provided regarding research programs, student government updates, and institutional investments.

The Formal Session Agenda for the Board of Trustees included several key components. The Consent Agenda covered routine items such as the approval of minutes, resignations/retirements, and reports on funding productivity, alongside resolutions for the sale of surplus property, specifically a 2009 Maine Cat P-47 Catamaran and a Quick Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) System. Action and Discussion Items involved the recommendation for granting Emeritus Rank to Dr. Miguel Levy, the election of the Board of Trustees Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, and a significant financial approval for the design and construction of the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness, not to exceed $55,000,000, funded entirely by a donor. Reports were presented by the University Research and Sponsored Programs, Undergraduate Student Government, Graduate Student Government, and University Senate, detailing research performance metrics, student government activities, and academic items like updating search policies and approving new graduate certificates. Informational items covered investment analysis and sponsored programs updates.

The meeting included committee reports from the Academic Affairs Committee, the Audit and Finance Committee, and the Leadership Committee. The board addressed action and discussion items such as emerita rank, a resolution to accept the FY25 audited financial statements, a five-year state capital outlay plan and request, and a resolution to rename the Advancement Technology Development Complex. Reports were presented on Michigan Tech's Innovation in Industry 5.0, recruiting and enrollment, Undergraduate Student Government, Graduate Student Government, and the University Senate. Informational items included an analysis of investments, sponsored programs, advancement and alumni relations, media coverage, employee safety statistics, and the disposal of surplus property.

Agenda confirmation for the formal session.