After a productive three day session, the Bethune-Cookman University Board of Trustees concluded its first meeting of the year under the leadership of John W. Harrington. The 32 member board gathered on the Daytona Beach Campus to discuss the university’s strategic direction. Concluding its proceedings on Friday, September 28, the board was able to address critical issues regarding: institutional advancement; buildings and grounds; governance; finance; athletics; educational policies; and, student life. While engaged in the business of the university, the Board also welcomed new members, including Mrs. Michelle Carter-Scott; Rev. Annette Pendergrass; Bishop Kenneth Carter, Jr.; Mr. Russ Graves; Dr. La-Doris McClaney; and, Dr. Patrick David Roberts.
The Thursday session focused much of its attention on the selection of the presidential search firm. Trustees also discussed the role of the interim president is to heal the university from previous experiences; and, views the role of the new president as one who will lift the university to new heights. This includes evolving the student body, develop faculty, and build the endowment by locating funding sources outside of tuition costs. Trustee Hogan, Chair of the Search Committee, commented, “It is our desire to have a new President by the Spring 2013 commencement. However, we are in search of the best person to serve as President. Our timeline is flexible, and we will not let it constrain us in our pursuit of quality leadership.” read more…
