Southern University-Board and System

The Board of Supervisors discussed and took action on several items across various committees. Key agenda items included approval of Spring 2026 commencement resolutions for the Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport campuses, as well as the Southern University Law Center. The Board reviewed retention, tenure, and promotion recommendations for Southern University at New Orleans. Financial matters included a request to adjust student housing rates, an interim and quarterly financial report for the Southern University System, and approval of contracts for legal services and roofing repairs. Personnel actions involved salary and equity adjustments, the appointment of departmental chairs, and the hiring of a Chief Information Officer.

The board meeting agenda included various committee sessions focusing on academic, facility, financial, legal, and personnel matters. Key discussion topics included the approval of Spring 2026 commencement resolutions, faculty tenure and promotion recommendations, and a facility update. Financial actions involved adjusting housing rates and reviewing financial reports. Legal deliberations covered contract approvals for professional services. Personnel actions included salary adjustments, department chair appointments, and the approval of various high-level staff positions and appointments.

This document outlines the strategic direction and initiatives for Southern University at Shreveport, centered around the "REIMAGINE SUSLA" theme. It is structured around seven strategic goals: adopting a student-centered approach, increasing enrollment, fostering academic excellence, promoting institutional effectiveness, improving infrastructure and resources, attracting and retaining qualified faculty and staff, and enhancing customer service and stewardship of place. The plan aims to build a legacy of excellence, ensure academic distinction, prioritize student welfare, and enhance community impact through various strategic advancements and forward-looking initiatives.

The board meeting agenda included several key areas of focus. The Special Recognition Committee recognized various achievements, including awards and athletic championships. Academic Affairs addressed the conferral of Professor Emeritus status for Dr. Leroy Davis and a request for approval of the faculty handbook. The Facilities and Property Committee reviewed facilities updates and housing projects. The Finance Committee reviewed the interim financial report, while the Legal Affair Committee discussed a migration to a new cloud calling system. Additionally, the Personnel Affairs Committee processed several actions regarding position appointments and salary adjustments. The full board reviewed reports on branding opportunities, administrative updates, and the presidential search process.

The board meeting agenda covered a variety of organizational topics, including special recognitions for student achievements, faculty awards, and community scholarships. The Academic Affairs Committee reviewed proposals for Professor Emeritus status and a faculty handbook. The Facilities and Property Committee received updates on system-wide facilities and residential housing projects, while the Finance Committee reviewed an interim financial report. The Legal Affairs Committee addressed the migration of cloud calling systems. The Personnel Affairs Committee evaluated several personnel actions and salary adjustments for high-level positions. Finally, the Board received reports regarding branding and marketing strategies, administrative updates, and a search update for the new President.