Dr. Bennett is targeting Fall 2015 enrollment of first-time freshman to more than 500 students as every 100 students represents an additional $1.5 million in revenue to the University.
The Thorobred Express, the University's mobile outreach effort will continue visiting sites throughout Kentucky, including stops in Elizabethtown, Cynthia, Eastern Kentucky and Lexington.
To facilitate greater efficiency in the Student Affairs area, Dr. Bennett is cross-training her personnel during the rest of the academic year. Staff in the One-Stop Shop will be able to assist in the processing of incoming applications, particularly those incomplete applications that require additional contact with applicants.
Dr. Bennett introduced the incoming members of the 2015-16 Student Government Association Executive Board, Ms. Diamond Gordon, President; Brandon Moore, Treasurer and Elijah Mills, Chief Justice.
No action items were reported.
Finance and Administration and Audit Committees:
Regent Bearden presented the Finance and Administration and Audit Committees reports in the absence of Regents Henry and Barfield. Written reports were also provided to the Committee.
Mr. Mikeal Pinkard, Interim Vice President for Finance and Facilities provided an overview of the activities of the Finance area.
Mr. Pinkard stated that his area was reviewing its contracts and working to develop information and metrics regarding succession planning through the Human Resources Department.
Mr. Pinkard reviewed the proposed tuition and fees for the Fiscal Year 2016.
Action: Motion to approve the FY 2016 Tuition and Fee Schedule was made by the Finance and Audit Committee. The Committee action required no second. The motion passed 8-0.
External Relations and Development:
Regent Whitehead presented the External Relations and Development report. A written report was also provided to the Board.
Mr. Max Maxwell, Interim Vice President of External Relations and Development addressed the Board. Mr. Maxwell informed the Board that the “Onward and
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