CLOSED SESSION
Chair Dukes announced the Board’s intent to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(c) of the Kentucky Open Meetings Act.
- ●Motion: A Regent moved that the Board enter closed session to discuss pending litigation as authorized by KRS 61.810(1)(c).
- ●Second: The motion was seconded and carried unanimously by voice vote.
The Board entered closed session. Regent Grimshaw joined the closed session via separate secure videoconference link.
Upon conclusion of the discussion, the Board returned to open session:
- ●Motion: A Regent moved that the Board return to open session.
- ●Second: The motion was seconded and carried unanimously by voice vote.
Chair Dukes stated for the record that no final action was taken during closed session.
CHAIR'S CLOSING REMARKS
In her closing remarks, Chair Tammi Dukes reflected on the significance of Homecoming at Kentucky State University:
- ●She described Homecoming as a time when the past and present come together, and when Kentucky State honors its history as a public HBCU while celebrating the ongoing achievements of its students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
- ●She noted that for 139 years, Kentucky State has opened its doors to students seeking opportunity—to learn, to lead, and to serve. The impact of Kentucky State graduates can be seen across the Commonwealth and the nation, in classrooms, boardrooms, farms, laboratories, and communities.
- ●Chair Dukes emphasized that the university's greatest strength lies not only in its past but in its hope and vision for the future. Under President Akakpo's leadership, Kentucky State is renewing its commitment to student success, innovation, and service, and working to build a future in which every Thorobred has the opportunity to lead with impact.
She thanked the Regents, President Akakpo, the President's Cabinet, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends for their dedication, faith, and love for Kentucky State University, and wished everyone a safe and joyful Homecoming weekend.
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