University Of North Carolina Wilmington

The board convened in a closed session to discuss matters related to employment contracts, personnel qualifications and performance, and honorary award disclosures. Upon resuming the open session, the board took action to approve an athletics personnel recommendation and an honorary degree recommendation. The meeting concluded with a brief discussion regarding trustee absenteeism policies.

The Board received reports from standing committees including updates on audits, risk management, financial statements, and campus project planning. Specific approvals were granted for the DeLoach Hall Modernization Project design firms and updates to post-tenure review policies. The Board also discussed community and philanthropic partnerships, legislative priorities, and university advancement efforts. Additionally, the Board took action on academic affairs personnel recommendations, vehicle allowances, an athletics contract, and a philanthropic naming opportunity during the open session.

The Board of Trustees conducted a quarterly meeting that included committee reports from Audit, Risk, and Compliance; Business Affairs; Educational Planning and Programs; and External Affairs. Key discussions included a presentation on the UNC System legislative priorities, updates on various campus projects such as the DeLoach Hall Modernization, and academic policy reviews regarding Post-Tenure Review. The Chancellor's Report highlighted university achievements, community engagement, student accomplishments, and enrollment data, as well as an exploration of international student recruitment and partnership opportunities.

This strategic plan outlines the University of North Carolina Wilmington's direction for the next ten years, structured around four pillars: Unparalleled Opportunities, Nationally Prominent Programs, Community Commitment, and World-Class Operations and Infrastructure. Key focus areas include increasing student access, success, and career readiness; becoming a destination employer; establishing national leadership in interdisciplinary teaching and high-demand academic programs, especially in coastal and health sciences research; strengthening community engagement and global partnerships; modernizing operations, infrastructure, and data management; and diversifying revenue streams. The plan aims to foster an environment where all members can flourish, contribute to regional and global needs, and achieve long-term institutional goals.

The Board of Trustees convened in a special called meeting to address personnel matters. The session included a closed portion focused on negotiations regarding employment contracts, the evaluation of qualifications and performance of potential or current public officers or employees, and consultations with legal counsel. Upon returning to open session, the Board successfully moved to approve the discussed personnel recommendation.