Susanna Adams

Key discussions and resolutions during the meeting included the approval of personnel items and various temporary special assignments related to the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) Self-Study process for 2026-2027. Specifically, appointments for Dr. Hope Sasway, Mark Evans, and Cayla Gaworecki as MSCHE Self-Study Team tri-chairs were approved with associated compensation. Additional compensation was approved for Dawn Jones for expanded responsibilities related to securing and implementing new funding for student internships, funded by the Empire State Service Corps grant. The Treasurer's report involved the approval of Key Bank N.A. Warrants #10 through #13 and acceptance of the Report of Revenues and Expenditures for the period ending November 30, 2025. New titles, including ASAP Advisor and Reconnect Advisor, were authorized for inclusion in the College's Professional Service Listing. Furthermore, authorization was granted to confer degrees and certificates for December 2025 graduates at the upcoming Commencement Exercises. Several personnel appointments were confirmed, including Dr. Yuwei Chen as CIS/Programming for Game Development Instructor, Shawna Reilly as Program Coordinator for the Liberty Partnerships Program, Alicia Balgobin as Participant Services Specialist for the Schenectady College and Career Outreach Center, Wa'Kena Jackson as Coordinator of Campus Events, and Chasity L. Hulsaver as Controller.

This document, titled 'MANY VOICES, ONE CALL -- The Strategic Plan to 2026,' outlines the strategic direction of SUNY Schenectady. The plan focuses on four core pillars: fostering a culture of care and success, delivering a meaningful student experience, building organizational effectiveness, and ensuring financial sustainability and self-sufficiency. The report details various initiatives and accomplishments under these strategic areas.

The 'Many Voices, One Call' Strategic Plan to 2026 outlines the institution's strategic direction through key pillars: fostering a culture of care and success, delivering a meaningful student experience, building organizational effectiveness, and ensuring financial sustainability and self-sufficiency. This report details the progress and activities undertaken to achieve these goals, aiming to enhance the student experience, strengthen institutional effectiveness, and secure long-term financial stability.

The meeting included discussions and resolutions regarding various topics, such as a salary adjustment for the Vice President of Workforce Development & Community Education, a special assignment for the Associate Executive Director of the Schenectady College and Career Outreach Center, and a professional development request. The board also reviewed and approved the treasurer's report, which included the approval for Key Bank N.A. warrants and the report of revenues and expenditures. Additionally, there were program reviews for the Applied Aviation Science -- Air Traffic Control (ATC) program and the Computer Networking Systems and Cyber Security A.A.S. program. New curriculum was approved, including the Direct Support Professional (DSP) III Microcredential, and the deactivation of the Biological Technician A.A.S. degree program. The board also approved the appointment of an Air Traffic Control Program Administrator, revisions to board policies on college governance and awarding posthumous degrees. Finally, contracts were awarded for legal services and Lenovo workstations, and the memorandum of agreement between SUNY Schenectady County Community College and SEIU Local 200 United was ratified.

This document, titled 'Many Voices, One Call', outlines SUNY Schenectady's strategic direction towards 2026. The plan is structured around four key pillars: fostering a culture of care and success, delivering a meaningful student experience, building organizational effectiveness, and ensuring financial sustainability and self-sufficiency. It details ongoing initiatives and achievements across various departments to advance these strategic priorities.