The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet at noon on Thursday, April 16, in the WMU Student Center ballroom to discuss several action items, including updates to the University’s Non-Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct Policies and a Consumers Energy easement related to the Valley Oaks residence hall project, according to an announcement on April 14.
The upcoming board meeting is significant as it addresses policy changes that reflect updates in state and federal law. The agenda also includes academic program changes, a personnel report, and reviews of Annuity and Life Income Funds as well as Operating Cash Investment performance reports.
Individuals who wish to speak during the public comment sections must email Stacy Thinnes by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15. The university has made agenda items and a livestream link available online for those interested in following the proceedings.
Western Michigan University enrolls more than 17,000 students according to the official website. The institution supports inclusive excellence for all students according to the official website and emphasizes education that is learner-focused, research-oriented and globally involved according to the official website.
The university fields 16 Division I varsity sports as a member of the Mid-American Conference according to the official website. WMU also promotes sustainability with LEED-certified buildings and award-winning landscaping according to the official website, while earning top-100 rankings for several graduate programs nationally according to the official website.
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