Board of Trustees Meeting - June 6, 2025

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees held a meeting on June 6, 2025, where they considered a broad range of academic and administrative items across the UA System campuses. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of new academic programs such as a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical and Health Informatics, as well as administrative actions like the closure of the Alabama Cyber Institute and establishment of new research centers. The board approved multiple endowed professorship appointments and scholarship endowments, including a $35 million gift to name the College of Arts and Sciences. The Risk and Compliance Committee reviewed and approved the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers as external auditors for fiscal year 2025, along with audit service plans and fees. The committee also received a clean audit report on federal uniform guidance compliance, noting minimal findings related to procurement rules with no material cost impact. Capital campaign updates highlighted significant fundraising success supporting facilities and scholarships. Overall, the meeting focused on academic program development, faculty appointments, financial oversight, and philanthropic support, with several motions passed to approve these initiatives and audit arrangements.