November 4, 2025 BAASC Virtual Meeting

The November 4, 2025 virtual meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) focused primarily on reviewing and revising board policies related to faculty tenure, post-tenure review, and instructional workload. The board discussed proposed policy changes aimed at strengthening accountability and transparency in faculty evaluations, including annual reporting requirements and linking workload to tenure reviews. Key topics included defining "adequate cause" for termination, clarifying faculty workload metrics such as credit hours and course sections, and addressing the complexity of faculty responsibilities across different institutions. The board considered the potential need for an independent reviewer to oversee tenure evaluations but noted budgetary concerns. A motion was passed to recommend the revised policies to the full board with a request for further clarification on definitions and a summary of comments. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were discussed during this meeting.