The Commission addressed the Executive Director's update regarding budget, legislative nominations, fall enrollment trends, and federal funding strategies, including American Rescue Plan investments. A report was provided by the Governor's office concerning economic recovery and racial equity efforts in higher education. The meeting included the approval of several community college programs, including various certificates and associate degrees. Additionally, the Commission discussed a strategic roadmap for 2021-23 initiatives and approved specific funding requests related to the Community College Support Fund, specifically for the Strategic Fund Set-Aside and Growth Factor.
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Higher Education Coordinating Commission Minutes Of The Meeting
The commission reviewed reports from the Executive Director and the Governor's Office, and heard testimony from the Oregon Marshallese Community Association. The board approved several community college and university program proposals. Strategic discussions focused on the Oregon Longitudinal Data Collaborative, financial and capital upkeep, competency-based education programs, and the applied baccalaureate degree approval process. Additionally, the commission approved permanent rule amendments regarding Oregon Tribal Student Grants, Oregon Promise Grant eligibility and awards, and technical adjustments to the Student Success and Completion Model.
The Commission discussed several key items, including the Executive Director's report on budget updates, acknowledgement of a departing commissioner's service, and the Talent, Innovation, and Equity Partnership Grant work. The Commission also reviewed and approved various community college and university program approvals. Additionally, there was a legislative session update regarding budget debates and financial aid, a review of the draft Strategic Roadmap for postsecondary education and workforce training, and an update on math pathways and the Oregon Strong Start project.
The meeting covered updates on the FY23-25 budget development and an overview of the Transfer Council's work regarding common course numbering systems. Several degree programs at various community colleges and public universities were approved. The Commission discussed the relationship between postsecondary unaffordability and wealth disparities, received an update on the NCHEMS study regarding the higher education landscape, and reviewed agency budget development plans. Educator Equity Plans for several public universities were approved. Additionally, the Commission passed permanent and temporary rule amendments concerning the Student Success and Completion Model, school authorization and closure procedures, and requirements for providing free menstrual products at public institutions of higher education.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
