Florence Darlington Technical College

The Commission convened to discuss the resignation of the college President and strategies for the upcoming transition. They authorized the Executive Committee to work with the State Tech Office to identify and appoint an interim president to oversee daily operations. Additionally, the commission discussed logistical planning and participant assignments for the upcoming commencement ceremony.

The commission convened to conduct a called meeting. The agenda included moving into a closed executive session for discussion, followed by a return to open session. It was noted that no formal action was taken during the executive session, after which the meeting was adjourned.

The meeting focused on the Academic Affairs Division, where proposed restructuring changes involving the Nursing and Allied Health and biology programs were reviewed and subsequently placed on hold pending further updates. The Commission also held an executive session to discuss personnel and contractual matters concerning the Hartsville Campus.

The meeting featured a presentation on the college's athletic program, including updates on baseball and softball team performance. The Finance Committee reviewed financial reports and provided an update on revenue, expenses, and cash reserves. Human Resources gave a detailed presentation regarding the implementation of the NEOED system to automate various personnel processes. The Academic Affairs and Student Services Committee recommended the approval of a new Certificate in Applied Science in Child Care Management, which was subsequently approved. The President's report covered various updates, including SACSCOC board appointments, legislative requests for new infrastructure, and participation in state educational conferences. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, followed by scheduling updates regarding the upcoming commencement ceremony and a future retreat.

The meeting included a call to order and invocation. Key agenda items involved a brief overview of a successful SACSCOC Site Visit, with a reflection on the five-year Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) titled "Advising in Motion" (AIM), focused on improving student retention. The Finance Committee reviewed and accepted the September 2025 Finance Report, providing a first-quarter financial update showing revenue of $20,330,248 and expenses of $10,579,978. The Academic Affairs & Student Services Committee recommended, and the Commission approved, an update to Policy 70-46 to designate the college as a smoke-free and tobacco-free environment. The FDTC Foundation provided an update on successful fundraising events, including the Legacy Ball and an inaugural Donor/Scholarship Luncheon. The President's Report covered the 90% completion of the campus New Signage Project, enrollment increases for Spring 2026 (19.5% headcount increase), updates on the Facility Master Plan timeline, and announcements regarding employee appreciation events. The Chairperson reviewed the 2026 Area Commission Meeting Schedule and set the date for the Area Commission Retreat.