President’s Report, Joe Collins. Several announcements related to speakers and other academic events. Reflection of how strong our academic programs are. Upcoming events to honor excellent work by students. Calls Diana Martinez to podium to explain talent show “Live at the Apollo at COD” event produced for Black History Month. Video excerpts of student performances. [Rare blogger editorial comment: WOWOWOWOWOW.]

Accreditation Task Force, Jim Bente. Review of committee membership across constituencies. Showed checklist of progress identified to date. No questions from trustees.