Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Constance Darlington’s organization
Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes
The Faculty Senate meeting covered several key agenda items. Discussion topics included the appointment of a representative to the Might of Montana Award Committee, the review and approval of the Summer Degree Candidate list, and the election of a new Chair-Elect. Additionally, the Senate conducted a caucus to confirm a member for the ECOS vacancy and approved the CSCI 312: Game Programming course after confirming there was no duplication with other academic units.
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The meeting included acknowledgments of retiring faculty and leadership transitions. A report on the Faculty Feedback of the Administration process was presented. New business covered updates on federal financial aid changes, specifically regarding new disbursement timelines effective Fall 2026. The Senate approved several consent agendas involving curriculum proposals, procedural updates, and a resolution for the MOLLI twentieth anniversary. Additionally, the Senate conducted an executive session to approve a degree candidate list, seated new Senators, held an election for the new Faculty Senate Chair, and elected representatives to the Executive Committee of the Senate.
Apr 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes
The meeting encompassed several significant topics, starting with public comments regarding federal financial aid changes, concerns over shared governance processes, and objections to the lack of transparency in program termination decisions. Student and faculty groups also advocated for specific academic programs and the recognition of Election Day as a non-instructional day. Administrative reports included updates on upcoming campus events, faculty elections, and committee participation. New business featured reviews of data governance and digital accessibility policies. Key agenda items involved discussions on center creations and consolidations, as well as separate deliberations and votes regarding the potential discontinuation of the Minor in Chinese, Minor in Irish Studies, MA in Economics, and multiple MA in English programs, all of which resulted in votes not to recommend the proposed cuts.
Mar 31, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Office of Research and Creative Scholarship at the University of Montana Strategic Plan 2026
This strategic plan, developed through campus-wide collaboration, aims to advance research, scholarship, and creative work at the University of Montana, fostering innovation and discovery. It outlines five strategic objectives: providing robust research support, ensuring effective communication, increasing graduate and professional student enrollment and experiences, supporting the wellbeing of Montana and beyond through research, and building external partnerships for economic and workforce development. The plan's vision is to be a leader in place-based, community-engaged research and creative scholarship, driving local and global impact.
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