Francis Marion University

The agenda for the meeting includes reviewing updates from the Operations Committee, specifically concerning an update to the By-Laws, and updates from the Education Committees and the Medical Facility Advisory Committee. New Business items involve a proposal for POCUS Training Equipment from FMU and a proposal for a New Emergency Medicine Residency & Psychiatry Residency from MUSC. The meeting will also cover the Financial Report, including current financial statements, the updated budget for FY2025, and the FY2025 Audit Results, alongside funding updates such as the Annual Report FY2025 and discussions on the Clinical Preceptor Development/Training Program.

The meeting included reports from various committees, including executive affairs, academic affairs and accreditation, development and alumni, financial affairs and facilities, and student affairs and athletics. Discussions covered topics such as the transfer of property, development of a master's degree in educational leadership, upcoming events and gifts, budget summary, campus development plan, student government association activities, student life events, and updates on various sports teams. The board also considered a motion.

The Board of Trustees meeting included discussions on various topics. The strategic plan was reviewed, and suggestions were encouraged. Program preparations focused on the PA and forestry programs, with new directors hired. International studies centers were highlighted, with upcoming trips planned. Financial matters were discussed, noting significant assets in both unallocated contingencies and the foundation. Construction projects were reviewed, including the Floyd Medical Center and renovations to Founders, McNair, Leatherman, and Hyman Fine Arts buildings. Additionally, a resolution for utility easement was approved.

The meeting included committee reports from Executive Affairs, Academic Affairs and Accreditation, Development and Alumni, Financial Affairs and Facilities, and Student Affairs and Athletics. The Executive Affairs committee presented resolutions to recognize individuals' past service and contributions to the university by naming classrooms and an auditorium after them. The Academic Affairs committee reported on enrollment, degrees awarded, accreditation, and grants received. The Development and Alumni committee discussed upcoming events and announced gifts to the Education Foundation. The Financial Affairs and Facilities committee reviewed the budget summary report and construction projects. The Student Affairs and Athletics committee discussed SGA activities, student life, housing, and athletic achievements.

The meeting included reports from various committees, including the executive committee, academic affairs, development and alumni, financial affairs and facilities, and student affairs and athletics. Key discussion points included the approval of resolutions, budget summaries, and updates on student enrollment, faculty positions, and upcoming events such as the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration and homecoming. The board also discussed plans for future programs such as speech therapy and occupational therapy.