MOTION by Regent Moyer:
Move the Board to approve the consent agenda.
Seconded by Regent Fletcher and passed without dissent.
Following the Board's approval, Chair Dukes read all consent agenda items for the record.
Dr. Shannon Brogan, Faculty Senate VP, presented this agenda item.
Dr. Brogan reported on the activities of the Curriculum Committee, Academic Policies Committee, and the Professional Concerns Committee. She also discussed Faculty Handbook revisions, stating that the Professional Concerns Committee appreciated the opportunity to work with Academic Affairs on the Handbook, particularly on policies affecting faculty work conditions. Dr. Brogan reported that the Professional Concerns Committee continues to field questions from faculty regarding the resumption of the tenure and promotion process and is working on a resolution regarding faculty compensation.
As to the federal guidelines regarding travel reimbursements that Dr. Brogan discussed, Regent Walston asked whether KSU is paying less than what the federal guidelines mandate.
This agenda item was presented by Mr. Delandual Conwell, newly elected Staff Senate President.
Mr. Conwell introduced himself, remarking that he is excited to work with the newly appointed Staff Senate in rebuilding cornerstone habits, principles, practices, and generally making KSU the best school to work for in Kentucky. Mr. Conwell explained goals for the upcoming year, including recognizing and celebrating staff accomplishments and working with HR to create a robust onboarding process. He also shared potential events and activities focused upon building staff morale, retention, and sense of community.