Regent Moseley wants to add a couple of items to the agenda that they didn't get on the agenda, including athletic facilities and the state of the athletic progress as it relates to all things athletic.
Regent Dukes moved the committee to approve the agenda with the addition of the two items Regent Moseley spoke of: facilities update and state of the athletic progress. Seconded by Regent Moseley.
AD Stepp discussed the success of the football program this year.
Discussed the extension of football Coach Huggins' contract and the growth of the football program.
Coach Huggins discussed the growth of the program during his three-year term as coach.
AD Stepp mentioned that Coach Huggins was SIAC Coach of the Year.
Ramon Johnson, coach of cross country, gave an update on cross country and track and field programs.
Keith Jones, the head women's and men's volleyball coach, gave an update on the women's and men's volleyball programs.
Regent Moseley discussed that the Frankfort Country Club partnership with Kentucky State athletics golf has been tremendous.
Regent Moseley gave a reminder that employees and staff membership to the club is welcome to any staff member with no initiation cost.
Regent Moseley discussed the facelift of Kentucky State's athletic facilities including new basketball court at Exum; new basketball rims; state of the art video board at the football field; and new floor.
Regent Moseley mentioned getting lights to have a night game.
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AD Stepp summarized the athletics program as having significant digital growth including social media sites of Facebook and Instagram.
Regent Fields asked about the plans for renovating the track. AD Stepp said they are trying to raise money for a track.
President Akakpo said they are still working on funding for the track and has ongoing discussions with Frankfort Independent Schools, who would like to use it as well.
Regent Fields asked if they are going to raise funds and if they have a target. AD Stepp responded that they have a couple of different phases with the