Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from James Van Howell’s organization
Oct 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes
The meeting included discussions on administrative procedures such as the creation of separate all-faculty and all-staff emails, and guidelines for bulk color copy services. The Senate addressed traffic and safety concerns regarding a pathway and parking lot, concluding that the college lacks jurisdiction over the pathway and is in compliance with law regarding directional arrows. Academic policies were reviewed, specifically regarding dropping waitlisted students and the current advisory role of the Senate concerning overload policies. New guidelines for submitting agenda items were established, including a checklist for fact-based and fair submissions. The Senate also began discussions regarding the unauthorized copying of faculty Blackboard shells.
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Board of Regents of South Plains College Regular Meeting
The Board of Regents reviewed enrollment reports, housing occupancy, and proposed faculty handbook changes. They approved policy edits related to TASB-CC requirements. The Board also reviewed the college's Mission, Vision, and Values, and received financial and tax office reports. Additionally, the President provided updates on various construction projects, including the Aquatic Center and the Dental Hygiene program. Accreditation status reports were presented for the Radiology and Dental Hygiene programs. Finally, the Board approved resolutions naming Distinguished Alumni for 2026.
Sep 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Faculty Senate Minutes
The Faculty Senate discussed several administrative and procedural topics. Key items included the implementation of policies related to Senate Bill 37, new methods for submitting agenda items through division representatives, and the potential creation of dedicated faculty email lists. The committee addressed concerns regarding the closure of the campus copy center, reviewed the new Faculty Senate webpage, and established guidelines for the Open Floor session. Additionally, members finalized the decision to hold all future meetings on the Levelland campus, examined campus traffic safety issues near the Allied Health building and bookstore, and discussed procedures for managing wait-listed student enrollment and faculty overload policies.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Regents Of South Plains College Special Meeting
The Board of Regents reviewed and approved the 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the Board passed a resolution to adopt the property tax rate of $0.371082 for each $100 of taxable value for the year 2026.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
