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Apr 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
WTAMU Faculty Advisory Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed university president remarks regarding digital textbook initiatives and cost-saving measures. Other topics included updates on WCAG 2.1 implementation deadlines, A&M System AI course reviews, upcoming faculty address events, background check policies for tenure, and mental health initiatives. The council reviewed faculty insight portal submissions concerning H1b visas, graduate school policy on thesis chairing, and IRB proposal concerns. Additionally, reports were provided by the merit committee regarding pay increase proposals, nominations were made for university committees, and the Magister Optimus award recipient was selected.
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The meeting focused on several key institutional and faculty initiatives. Discussions included the implementation of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) to improve online content accessibility with a goal of an institutional score of 98%. Other topics included feedback on the Faculty Insight Portal and H1b visa concerns, clarification on policies regarding untenured faculty serving on thesis committees, and ongoing issues with health insurance reimbursements. The Merit Subcommittee presented a proposal for merit-based salary increases, emphasizing fairness and funding considerations. Additionally, the Council addressed the upcoming selection process for university committees and the opening of nominations for the Magister Optimus Award.
Feb 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
WTAMU Faculty Advisory Council Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured remarks on a new civics instruction grant and an upcoming symposium on civil discourse. The Executive Committee provided updates on the Continuing Peer Evaluation process, web accessibility training, and the promotion of the Ombudsman position. The merit subcommittee presented survey results and recommendations for faculty review. Significant discussion occurred regarding the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, focusing on funding challenges, deferred maintenance, safety issues, artifact management, and plans to develop a conceptual resolution for the facility.
Jan 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wtamu Faculty Advisory Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed future agenda items regarding the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum and received updates on the Texas A&M system AI review of course syllabi. Key action items included the creation of a formal application process for the Ombuds Officer role and addressing web content accessibility guidelines for Canvas. The Merit subcommittee provided a report highlighting concerns about evaluation clarity, salary compression, and cost of living adjustments. Additionally, the meeting covered faculty parking availability and the selection of Comprehensive Peer Evaluation committees across various university colleges.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
