Samuel Adu-Mireku

The committee reviewed financial updates including state-funded and auxiliary operations. Key action items included approval of graduate tuition increases, education and technology fees, residential hall room rate adjustments, and meal plan changes for the 2026-27 academic year. Additionally, the committee evaluated capital projects updates, including status reports on the Health and Wellness Center, College of Education, Campus Gateway, and the Parking Deck. The committee also finalized the fiscal year 2027 All-Funds Budget, reviewing comprehensive revenue and expense allocations across various university units.

The committee meeting focused on governance and personnel matters, specifically covering updates on external relations and military affairs, including university funding, state legislative updates, and collaborative research initiatives. Additionally, the committee discussed and addressed personnel matters, transitioning into a closed session as required by state statutes for confidential or privileged information.

The committee meeting focused on the 2026 Risk Register, which outlines the top five university risks including regulatory compliance, mental health and campus safety, talent management, financial concerns related to deferred maintenance, and cybersecurity. Additionally, the committee reviewed compliance reports covering investigations and outcomes, discussed preventive measures such as mandatory training programs and the Bronco Strong bystander intervention initiative, and received updates on university-wide compliance efforts.

The Subcommittee on Equality Policy Certification held a meeting to review updates regarding compliance with the UNC Equality Policy. The discussion included a review of actions taken by the Equality Policy Work Group, such as the implementation of department-specific policy trainings, the integration of equality policies into new employee orientations and mandatory compliance training, and the conduct of policy compliance consultations. Additionally, the committee evaluated the alignment of the Matriculation Institute with equality mandates, noting the shift toward an open access model, the removal of gender-specific program structures, and the revision of job descriptions to prioritize student success and institutional neutrality.

The board meetings covered a variety of university governance matters, including committee reports on academic affairs, student success, athletics performance indicators, university advancement and fundraising progress, and legal and risk management updates. Action items approved included graduate tuition rate increases, adjustments to education and technology fees, modifications to residence hall room rates, and updates to meal plans. Furthermore, the board addressed capital projects, specifically authorizing a natural gas meter relocation and an increase in budget authority for the parking deck project. Institutional updates were provided by the student body president, the Chancellor regarding faculty and staff investment and marketing campaigns, and discussions on academic program reviews and building automation systems.