Academic Affairs

Regent Bearden presented the Academic Affairs Committee report.

A motion to approve the Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies was made by the Academic Affairs Committee. In response to a question from the Board, Dr. Chapman cited the benefits of the proposed degree. The motion passed.

Regent Douglas presented the Student Affairs Committee report. Regent Douglas reported an increased enrollment in the Summer Bridge Program and a projected increased enrollment for the fall. She also introduced Regent Fuller as the new Student Regent and SGA President.

Regent Douglas presented the Finance and Administration Committee report in the absence of Regent James. Regent Douglas reported that the University was over projected revenue and slightly under projected expenses.

Regent Douglas presented the External Relations & Development report. Representatives from Fifth Third Bank updated the Board on endowment funds.

Regent Bearden presented the Audit Committee report. Dr. Ralph Kimbrough, Internal Auditor presented his report to the Board.

Action: A motion to convene a closed session to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation was made by Regent Bearden and seconded by Regent Whitehead. The motion passed.

The Board discussed pending litigation and personnel matters. The Board took no action in Closed Session.

The Board reconvened in Open Session.

The meeting adjourned at 4:35.

Approved by:

Submitted by: Angela Curry, Esq. General Counsel/Secretary Kentucky State University

Laura M. Douglas, Chair Kentucky State University Board of Regents

Kentucky State University Board of Regents

✓ Approved with corrections

___ Approved with no corrections