WSU Board of Regents | Regular Meeting | Spokane | 1.23.2026

The Washington State University Board of Regents held a regular meeting on January 23, 2026, focusing on a broad range of university operations including academic programs, financial management, and strategic initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the WSU Pullman Voyant College of Engineering and Architecture Schweitzer Engineering Hall project budget, covering both design and construction phases. The board also approved a new investment policy to strengthen governance and delegated authority to the university president for future policy changes, excluding material amendments. Additionally, the meeting covered budget reviews, mid-year financial results, and ongoing efforts to manage anticipated state budget cuts. Fundraising and capital projects such as the $8 million fan experience upgrade at the stadium were highlighted, reflecting active donor engagement and infrastructure improvements. No new contract awards or RFPs were explicitly detailed in the transcript, but the meeting emphasized strategic alignment of fundraising and capital projects with university priorities.