In a recent government meeting, significant updates were shared regarding enrollment trends and program changes at the institution. The enrollment management team reported a notable increase in student enrollments and housing deposits, with a 25% rise in overall deposits and a 30% increase in transfer deposits compared to the previous year. This positive trend indicates a stabilization and potential turnaround from previous enrollment declines.

The meeting also addressed the discontinuation of the Master’s program in Nutrition, which faced persistent low enrollment and challenges in meeting new accreditation requirements for registered dietitians. The program, which had struggled to attract students and lacked necessary facilities, was officially closed following a motion that received unanimous support from the board. The decision was made in light of the program's inability to sustain itself and the departure of its sole faculty member.

Additionally, a modification to the Criminal Justice program was approved, changing its name to the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice to better reflect its focus. This change was primarily administrative, aimed at aligning the program's title with institutional requirements.

The meeting concluded with discussions on minor program adjustments, including a reduction in credit requirements for two master's programs in Literacy and Language and Special Education, aimed at making these programs more accessible to students. A new minor in Cybersecurity was also introduced, expanding educational offerings in response to evolving job market demands.

The meeting wrapped up with a call for any final comments or concerns, followed by a motion to adjourn, which was met with unanimous approval.