Utah Tech University

The board discussed institutional updates, including the university's response to COVID-19, student association and faculty reports, and accreditation process updates. The meeting included presentations on legislative affairs, student retention metrics, and committee reports from academic, audit, and policy committees. Significant actions included the approval of various university policies, a base tuition increase, student fee adjustments, new academic certificates and emphases, and department name changes. The board also approved a donation report, an investment report, early retirement requests, and awards for faculty emeritus and tenure.

The Board of Trustees meeting centered on a presentation by the Cicero Group regarding the impact of the institution's current name. Following this, the Board formally accepted the findings of the name impact study and voted to recommend a name change to the Utah State Board of Higher Education, tasking the university cabinet to coordinate the identification of a new name that aligns with the institution's strategic mission and values.

The Board of Trustees discussed several policy matters, including the ratification of a new Trustee Conflict of Interest policy and an ongoing debate regarding the University Collections policy, which was deferred for further committee work and the development of a management plan. The board ratified President Nadauld's President Emeritus status. Additionally, the meeting included the election of new board leadership, with the appointment of a new Chair and the retention of the existing Vice Chair, as well as formal recognition of the outgoing Chair for his service.

The Board of Trustees conducted elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. The Board also approved appointments of University representatives to serve on the Kane County Center for Education, Business, and the Arts Agency Board. Key discussions included an update on the university's response to COVID-19 and plans for the upcoming fall semester, as well as a comprehensive facilities update regarding various campus construction and renovation projects, including the Science, Engineering, and Technology building, the athletic training center, the stadium expansion, and infrastructure at the dental hygiene clinic and student support center.

The Board of Trustees met to discuss several key items, including a report on the Zion O.C. Tanner Experiential Learning Project, a status update on academic program research, and a legislative report on university funding and projects. The Board approved the 2015-2016 student fee proposal, various faculty rank and tenure advancements, and several new academic program proposals, including a BS in Exercise Science and a STEM Education Endorsement. Additionally, the Board reviewed investment and budget reports, approved a new campus master plan, authorized the sale of institutionally-owned property for student housing, and addressed athletic program self-evaluation and various university policies regarding background checks and signature authority.