Sandra I. Florez

This Graduate Growth Plan for Southeast New Mexico College outlines a roadmap for institutional expansion by creating a more welcoming campus environment, developing new academic programs and facilities, and enhancing outreach, marketing, and data-driven approaches. Key strategic goals include serving more students, engaging the community, increasing learning efficiency, and promoting success for all students and employees.

The board discussed and took action on several key agenda items, including the selection of a new District III Trustee and the approval of the 2026-27 strategic plan actions. Significant financial and procurement decisions were made, specifically regarding the approval of the 2026-2027 budget, budget adjustment requests, and equipment purchases for the instrumentation controls and electrical program. Additionally, the board approved the removal and replacement of campus boilers, the acquisition of a mine hazard identification system, and a radiological control technician training system. Reports were provided on student government activities, PTK accomplishments, and various updates from the President and executive staff, including progress on the strategic plan and human resources.

The board meeting covered several key items, including a public comment regarding campus distribution of documents related to federal law enforcement, a presentation on the PTK chapter's annual activities, and a comprehensive status report on the strategic plan and recent campus projects. The board adopted a new tuition rate for the upcoming academic year and approved the purchase of equipment for the Instrumentation Controls and Electrical Program, as well as software for the mine hazard identification and radiological control technician training systems. Additionally, the 2026-2027 budget and a budget adjustment request were approved, and administrative reports were provided regarding academic programs, student affairs, workforce development, and information technology updates.

The board discussed various items including general counsel and institutional updates, a report on the strategic plan, and a certification of inventory. New business included the review of monthly financial reports, reports from the Foundation Board, approval of a resolution to support a general obligation bond, and discussion regarding the President's contract. Additionally, the board received administrative staff reports on academic affairs, business and finance, student affairs, and workforce development. Human resources provided an update on employee counts and vacancies, and board members engaged in an executive session for a performance evaluation.

The board discussed the 2025-2030 strategic plan goals, focusing on serving more students through dual credit opportunities and infrastructure development. Financial topics included the review of the budget, financial reports, organizational charts, and the status of various grants and construction projects, such as the Trades x Technologies Building and boiler replacements. The board also addressed tuition rates for Eddy County, the surplus of abandoned property, and heard various administrative, workforce development, and information technology updates. Additionally, the board entered a closed session to discuss litigation and finalized the appointment of staff to various college roles.