Yiwen Wang

The committee held a meeting for information purposes that included a communications update from the Vice Chancellor for Communications and Public Affairs, and a development report. The development report highlighted financial performance metrics for fiscal year 2015, detailing cash received from gifts and grants, as well as new commitments and pipeline projections.

The committee reviewed the Fiscal Year 2026 Internal Audit Work Plan, confirming that 64% of planned engagements were completed or underway. Discussion centered on management corrective actions for audit findings, the status of compliance audits, and upcoming risk assessment initiatives. Additionally, the committee received an information technology security update regarding a three-pillar strategy focused on institutional accountability, monitoring capabilities, and shared security controls.

The committee meeting addressed the decommissioning of the Center for Aging and Health, proposing its reclassification as a coordinating entity within the Department of Medicine. Discussions included an update on the University's Policy Code Project, focusing on technology modernization, AI-enabled search functionality, and content consolidation. Furthermore, a comprehensive update on the Carolina North campus development was provided, highlighting plans for a research-anchored innovation district, infrastructure investment, and student housing expansion to support projected enrollment growth.

The board discussed key infrastructure projects, including plans for a new residence hall, renovation and buildout projects, and design approvals for capital projects. The meeting included presentations on student initiatives such as the Carolina Closet and graduate student AI usage surveys. The Chancellor provided updates on personnel changes, faculty achievements, and athletics. The board also reviewed the Campus Master Plan, addressed budget saving initiatives, and held discussions regarding tuition and fee proposals for the upcoming academic year. Additional topics included the development of an interactive map for the Tar Heel Service Footprint project, status updates on military and veteran support services, and governance improvements such as the Policy Code Project and revisions to the honorary degree selection process.

The committee meeting covered a range of strategic topics, including a development update regarding fundraising progress, gifts, and campaign planning. The discussion also included an update on free speech on campus and presentations regarding military support programs, including ROTC, veteran student success initiatives, the Carolina Veterans Alumni Network, and the THRIVE program for veterans. Additionally, the committee reviewed legislative and state affairs updates regarding ongoing budget negotiations, interim legislative committees, and developments in federal research funding, security, and administrative policies.