Fort Hays State University

This document outlines Fort Hays State University's comprehensive Student Success Reorganization plan, establishing a student-centric, cross-functional, and data-driven philosophy. The reorganization is structured around three key groups: Academic Success, Career Development, and Student Engagement, each with defined responsibilities and metrics. The plan aims to streamline processes, optimize student support and engagement, and ensure accountability, with a three-year implementation timeline from 2025 to 2028 focused on enhancing student belonging, persistence, and post-graduation success.

This viewbook outlines the offerings of the Kansas Academy of Math and Science (KAMS) and the Academy of Mathematics and Science (AMS) at Fort Hays State University for the 2025-2026 academic years. It details an unparalleled academic program for gifted high school students, focusing on advanced STEM education, hands-on research with Ph.D. faculty, and leadership development within a full college experience. The document highlights curriculum pathways, student success in various disciplines, a vibrant residential community, extracurricular activities, and provides information on costs, scholarships, and admission requirements.

This document outlines the strategic affiliation between Fort Hays State University, Fort Hays Tech | North Central, and Fort Hays Tech | Northwest, aimed at increasing student and community success in rural Kansas. Key focus areas include expanding academic pathways, developing new programs aligned with workforce needs, enhancing student services, and fostering industry partnerships. The initiative prioritizes putting students first, providing personalized and experiential learning opportunities, and ultimately seeks to reverse rural population decline and drive economic prosperity in the High Plains region.

The Faculty Senate meeting included informational reports from the University Provost, the Writing Center, Staff Senate, and AAUP. Discussions covered academic affairs priorities, program review processes, KBOR meeting updates, the FHSU Strategic Plan, writing-intensive courses, staff feedback on campus closures, and KBOR initiatives. The President's Cabinet discussed ERP systems, an external survey, and the upcoming HLC visit. Standing committees reported on digital master plans, TILT support, student affairs, university affairs, and strategic planning. The consent agenda included new course proposals and revisions. Further discussions were held on unfinished and new business.

The meeting included informational reports from the University Provost, SGA President, Staff Senate President, and AAUP President. Updates were provided on the curriculum approval process, AI guidelines, and the EAB Navigate system. The Faculty Senate discussed KBOR recognition for credit for prior learning and the establishment of an online student government organization. Additional topics included Academic Affairs, Partnerships and Technology, Student Affairs, University Affairs, and Strategic Planning and Improvement. New business included curriculum approvals and AI.