Ruth Tallman

The board meeting agenda focused on various operational, personnel, and institutional functions. Key topics included the approval of full-time and part-time personnel appointments and separations, as well as faculty contract renewals and rank/promotion awards. The Board also considered the Dual Enrollment Annual Articulation Agreement with the School Board of Hillsborough County and the review of institutional general education course offerings. Additionally, the Board discussed an amendment to the bookstore management agreement with Barnes & Noble College Booksellers, LLC, and received reports on various financial and administrative matters.

The meeting included a presentation on the 'Supporting Students Through Innovative Practices' grant, a Foundation report highlighting scholarship and gift metrics, and various faculty, staff, and student recognitions for academic and leadership achievements. Key actions included the approval of human resources employment recommendations, new course proposals, course fee modifications, and multiple dual enrollment articulation agreements. Additionally, the Board approved the appointment of faculty for Professor Emeritus status, the establishment of a line of credit for the college foundation, and adjustments to property records. The Board also discussed institutional re-branding efforts and heard concerns from students regarding a proposed stadium development project on college property.

The board discussed and addressed several key agenda items, including personnel appointments for full-time and part-time positions, employment separations, and the granting of sabbatical leaves for faculty members for the 2026-2027 academic year. Curriculum updates were reviewed, including course modifications, new course proposals, and the approval of an articulation agreement with Brandon Academy. The board also reviewed and approved final payments for various construction and renovation projects across multiple campuses, including envelope repairs, roof modifications, and parking lot improvements. Additionally, the board approved a contract to lease temporary buildings for the Dale Mabry Campus.

The board meeting included hearings from students, citizens, faculty, and staff. The board received a presentation from the CEO of the Tampa Bay Rays regarding a re-imagined campus project. Additionally, the board discussed and approved a Non-Binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) related to the campus project, with the President authorized to make modifications.

This strategic plan outlines the institution's direction through its mission, vision, values, and three primary goals. It aims to transform lives by providing an exceptional teaching and learning environment that inspires students to contribute to the local and global community. Key focus areas include advancing student success by improving retention and completion rates, fostering talent development through strategic partnerships for regional economic impact, and ensuring continuous improvement through systematic planning and evaluation processes.