The Florida Board of Governors is set to convene at the University of South Florida on Thursday, November 6. The agenda for the meeting covers a range of topics across several committees.
The Academic and Research Excellence Committee will consider approval of the 2025 Foreign Countries of Concern Report. The Academic and Student Affairs Committee plans to receive an update on the 2025 SUS Safety Summit, review proposed amendments to Regulations 8.011 and 10.015, and consider two new PhD programs.
The Strategic Planning Committee will discuss new SUS 30 metric goals and review a list of Areas of Expertise and Iconic Companies within the State University System (SUS). The Budget and Finance Committee is scheduled to examine amendments to Regulation 9.007, university carryforward spending plans for 2025-2026, and potential changes to the Performance-Based Funding Model.
On facilities matters, the committee will look at fixed capital outlay budgets for universities for the next academic year. The Nomination and Governance Committee will address university trustee appointments.
During the full board session, members are expected to confirm Dr. Alexander Cartwright’s reappointment as president of the University of Central Florida, receive updates on ongoing presidential searches, elect a chair and vice chair for the board, approve several regulatory amendments, and consider repealing Regulation 7.007.
Raymond Rodrigues, Chancellor at State University System of Florida, stated: “The Board meeting agenda reflects our commitment to advancing academic excellence while ensuring responsible stewardship across all areas.”
The meeting will be available via live stream on thefloridachannel.org. Committee meetings begin Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m., with the full board session starting at 2 p.m., though times may change.
Additional information about this Board meeting can be found here.
