In a recent meeting of the University of Michigan Board of Regents, several key items were addressed, culminating in a unanimous approval of various agenda items, including public equity initiatives and health care expansions. The meeting began with the approval of the consent agenda, which included retirement memoirs and personal reports, followed by a series of motions that passed without opposition.

Among the significant discussions was the approval of the Ypsilanti Health Center's adolescent partial hospitalization program and the Kent Health Care physician organization’s legal assessment. Both initiatives aim to enhance health care services in the region. The board also addressed the expansion of ambulatory care in Oakland County, which is expected to improve access to medical services for local residents.

During the public comment section, two speakers raised pressing concerns regarding equity and treatment of university employees. Ada Williams, representing over 26,100 frontline health care workers, advocated for a minimum wage of $20 per hour, citing the high cost of living in Ann Arbor and the need for a wage scale that rewards long-term service. Williams emphasized the importance of equitable pay and benefits, particularly for lower-paid workers who have been disproportionately affected by rising costs.

Mia Hall, a former PhD student, criticized the university's handling of campus policing and its response to student activism. Hall expressed disappointment over the administration's actions, which she described as contradictory to its stated support for an unarmed emergency response program. She called for greater accountability and support for marginalized student groups, particularly in light of recent protests and the university's approach to policing.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to address the concerns raised by the speakers, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between university leadership and the community regarding equity and support for all university members.