Board Notes - August 2025
Author: Kari Nugent
Date: 08-20-2025
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Following is a summary of topics addressed at KCC's Board of Trustees meeting, Aug. 19, 2025.
Action Items. The Board approved the following:
- The Board of Trustee's meeting calendar for 2026
- Architectural services and request to bid Phase IV of the Manufacturing Training Academy renovations.
- Tuition and course reimbursements
President's Report. Dr. Boyd said…
- Faculty Inservice took place last week, and Fall classes are underway. There is an upbeat feeling on campus and it's good to have students back.
- A mobile EV charging unit, donated by Gotion, will be delivered Friday. Faculty and STEM Club students will have hands-on experiences with it this semester and beyond.
- Softball Coach Keith Cooper resigned recently, and Assistant Coach Alex Lagesse is moving into the role of head coach.
- A few events are coming up, including the Lady Cavaliers 1995 National Championship team reunion on Saturday, Aug. 23, the KCC Foundation's Fall Fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 20 and the KCC Employee Recognition event on Friday, Oct.10.
Trustee's Report. Eric Peterson said…
- ICCTA training is available for the Trustees.
Student Trustee's Report. Grace Kibbons said…
Events are planned as the semester takes off:
- Job Fair in Momence
- Student Involvement Fair
- Lifelong Learning Kick Off
- Nothing Bundt Cakes fundraiser
- Spill the Tea with the Student Trustee