Robert JR Kerns

Garrett College Board of Trustees Open Session Meeting Minutes

The board received updates from the Faculty Senate regarding budget proposals, leadership appointments, and student learning outcomes, and from the Staff Senate regarding policy procedures and campus connections. Key action items included the approval of updates to the College Governance Charter and a revised fundraising policy. The meeting also included discussions on the FY2027 budget draft, progress on the Cultural Diversity Plan, updates from the MSCHE Self-Study Steering Committee, and a review of proposed updates to the board bylaws. Informational updates were provided regarding various college policies, and a closed session was held to address board evaluations, the president's evaluation, and student housing matters.