Shawnee State University

The Board discussed various academic and student affairs, including reports from the Student Government Association and an update on the nursing accreditation visit. Key financial actions included the approval of fee schedules for residential housing, meal plans, and miscellaneous course fees. Several university policies were updated or rescinded, covering facility use, volunteer and intern guidelines, solicitation and demonstration protocols, and smoking regulations. The Board also reviewed the FY15 budget status and FY16 planning, received updates on capital projects, examined investment portfolio performance, and approved the employment agreement for the incoming university president.

The meeting addressed administrative and financial reports regarding the institution's fiscal outlook, the impact of the pandemic on budget allocations, and planning for upcoming academic semesters. The Senate reviewed election results for executive officers and senators, announced recipients of faculty service and research awards, discussed updates to academic agenda items, and approved funding for internal Senate awards.

The Board of Trustees meeting addressed various institutional matters, including the approval of executive appointments, updates to the investment policy, and the ratification of foundation resolutions regarding dormant funds. Significant discussions covered the authorization of an Intergovernmental Transfer Agreement with the Ohio Department of Medicaid, a review of the University's cash and investment portfolio, and updates on major capital construction projects. The Board also reviewed academic initiatives, such as the approval of degree program delivery at additional sites, the establishment of the Office of Personal and Professional Development, and strategies concerning enrollment and online program management.

The Board discussed various university matters, including the establishment of the Shawnee State University Center of Excellence, which supports applied research and regional innovation. The Academic and Student Affairs Committee provided updates on recent conferences, athletic department achievements in cross country and volleyball, student government activities, and health and career-related fairs. The Finance and Facilities Committee reviewed and approved modifications to the university's master plan and reported on the successful completion of the fiscal year 2009 audit, which received an unqualified rating. Additionally, the Board received a report regarding a communications working group focused on improving trustee communication and governance.

The board addressed various academic and administrative items, including the approval of student graduates and revisions to research policies involving human subjects. Financial actions included the authorization of a lease-purchase agreement for IT infrastructure and VoIP upgrades. The meeting also covered updates on spring enrollment statistics, housing occupancy, personnel changes, and capital projects such as the Administration Building and 314 Chillicothe Street. The President provided reports on SSI funding, economic development initiatives, and homecoming activities. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved the rescission of several outdated policies and held an executive session regarding personnel and legal matters.