June 11, 2026 - Academic Health Committee, University of Minnesota Board of Regents

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents Academic Health Committee convened on June 11, 2026, to review and approve definitive agreements between the University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP) and Fairview Health Services. The agreements establish a modernized master agreement with UMP and an academic affiliation agreement with Fairview, providing long-term financial support and capital investments to sustain the University's medical education, research, and clinical care missions. Key stakeholders including the University President, CEOs of UMP and Fairview, and the Minnesota Attorney General highlighted the importance of these agreements in ensuring stability amid healthcare challenges and advancing Minnesota's healthcare system. The Committee unanimously voted to recommend approval of the resolution, which will be presented for final Board approval the following day.