The theme for the 125th Anniversary will be “Uniting Generations, Securing Futures.” Signature events will be planned and includes, the President’s Gala to be held on April 16, 2011 at the Frankfort Convention Center. The 125th Anniversary logo was unveiled as well.
President Sias provided a written report to the Board and identified the following as areas to enable the university to reposition itself:
Reduction of existing departmental silos
Increased grant writing
Increased summer program
Increased diversity
Increased buildings with LEED certification
More campus-wide computer labs
Regent Bearden presented the Academic Affairs Committee report. The committee referenced President Sias' report during its discussion.
Action: Motion was made to approve a one (1) semester faculty sabbatical leave in 2011 for Reba Rye by Regent Reddy and seconded by Regent Whitehead. The motion passed.
Regent Williams presented the Student Affairs Committee report. She provided an update on Student Life Activities, Health Services utilization, Career Placement, Enrollment and Admissions. Dr. Rubye Jones, Vice President of Student Affairs, stated that an Open House for prospective students was scheduled for October 23, 2010 with an expected attendance of 700 students. No action items were reported.
Regent Douglas presented the Finance and Administration report. She stated that the Audit Committee will provide an annual report. No action items were reported.
Regent Whitehead presented the External Relations and Development report. He discussed the recent Homecoming celebration and the KSU Capital Campaign. The Office of External Relations and Development plans to increase mailings to alumni. Regent Whitehead stated that he believes that there is a positive relationship with the Frankfort community.