Dr. Ufomata updated the Board on the University's reaffirmation efforts with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and announced that SACS had selected the University to present at the 2009 annual meeting. Dr. Ufomata also updated the Board on the continuing success of the University's Quality Enhancement Plan.

President Sias reported that the recent enrollment numbers were the highest on record and that the University led the state in enrollment increases. President Sias announced the development of new programs in Spanish and Environmental Studies. She also announced that the University had received a significant grant award under the American Recovery Act. She thanked the City of Frankfort for assistance in obtaining grant funding.

Regent Douglas presented a video honoring President Sias courtesy of the Thurgood Marshall Foundation.

Regent Landy presented the Academic Affairs Committee report in Regent Bearden's absence. Regent Landy updated the Board on academic initiatives.

Regent Douglas presented the Student Affairs Committee report. Regent Douglas reported that the University had agreed to sponsor an H1N1 vaccination clinic for KSU Students. In response to a question from the Board, University administrators reported that the University had not received reports on confirmed cases of the H1N1 virus.

Regent James presented the Finance and Administration Committee report. Regent James updated the Board on the annual audit and briefly discussed the revised financial plan for 2010.

Regent Whitehead presented the External Relations & Development report. He reported an increase in alumni activity and introduced Bill