• Planned additional office space in the Cooperative Extension Building
  • Installation of a secured entrance at KSU
  • Creation of additional parking spaces
  • Pursuing legislative approval of a campus pedestrian bridge spanning US 60
  • Renovation of Russell Court Apartments for faculty and staff members
  • Renovation of the Old Federal Building; development of research vessel

Underground Pedestrian Tunnel:

Regent Guarnieri asked President Sias about the safety of the underground walking tunnel under US 60. President Sias responded by explaining that lighting in the tunnel has been replaced. Regent Guarnieri also suggested the installation of mirrors as well. President Sias responded by stating that the university will explore other possibilities to improve safety in the tunnel.

Regent Williams asked President Sias whether there were surveillance cameras installed in the tunnel. President Sias stated that security cameras monitor the tunnel area.

Public Relations:

President Sias informed the board that KSU has aired several public service announcements about the university and will continue to do so.

The university has also leased an electronic sign at the Louisville International Airport.

Customer Service training will be implemented across campus to improve service to students.

KSU Athletics and SIAC Volleyball Champs:

President Sias informed that board that both Men's and Women's athletic teams are performing well. The Women's Volleyball team won the SIAC Conference Tournament.

Green2Gold Program:

President Sias stated that the Green2Gold program continues to be successful and approximately 100 students have participated in this program to help pay down their outstanding bills to the university.

Regent Whitehead stated that Green2Gold is a good program and has many positives, including, providing students with opportunities to learn about the world of work.

Rebuilding the Dream:

President Sias disseminated her written report entitled, Rebuilding the Dream, to board members. President Sias highlighted the following points from her report: