Chair Dukes suggested cancelling the October 10 monthly meeting due to its proximity to the September 27 quarterly meeting.
Chair Dukes requested input from Regents relative to committee meetings and structure. A discussion ensued regarding the creation of an Athletic Committee.
Regent Walston inquired whether this could be incorporated into one of the existing committees.
Regent Walston further queried how the creation of a stand-alone Athletics Committee would impact Board members as it relates to current committee structures. Chair Dukes responded that the Committee would have its own Chairperson specifically for Athletics, and Board members would be designated to sit on the Committee.
Regent Moyer asked whether the University currently had an Athletic Council to advise the athletic department. A discussion ensued regarding the creation of an Athletic Council. Ultimately, the Board agreed to table the idea and resume the discussion during its November retreat.
Vice Chair Adams noted that while some of the Committees met prior to the instant quarterly meeting, their reports were not included in the Board materials. Vice Chair Adams asked when the Board could expect to review Committee reports. Secretary Atwell suggested establishing a committee meeting schedule by December, as required by the Management Improvement Plan. Secretary Atwell further noted that having a set schedule would allow for the timely production and distribution of committee reports. It was agreed that this issue would be added to the November retreat agenda.
Moving ahead, Chair Dukes announced that Dr. Dailey would be providing additional information regarding the transition to the new Learning Management System (LMS) prior to the presentation of the Consent Agenda.
Dr. Dailey’s presentation focused on the exploration and recommendations associated with the University’s learning management system. He also explained factors being considered as KSU moves forward with the new launch. Finally, Dr. Dailey discussed LMS changes as the University transitions from Blackboard to Canvas, including a cost comparison between the two platforms.
Regent Hatchett requested Dr. Dailey to comment on system security and the vulnerability of each system (Blackboard and Canvas) to cyberattacks.
Vice Chair Adams sought clarification regarding the annual cost associated with Canvas.
Regent Walston asked whether additional optional subscriptions and services offered by Canvas could be added or removed without penalty once a contract is executed.
Chair Dukes presented the Consent Agenda. Prior to calling for a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, Chair Dukes identified these items as: