University of Nebraska Board of Regents Meeting: August 13, 2026.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents held a meeting on August 13, 2026, focusing on a range of academic, financial, and operational matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of the University of Nebraska System's FY 2027-2029 biennial operating and capital budget requests, which featured a 4.25% base budget increase per year, funding for scholarships, biomedical research, and a $25 million request for modernization of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The board also approved a guaranteed maximum price contract with Myers, Carlisle and Leape Construction Company for the UNO Baseball and Softball Clubhouse construction project, following a competitive selection process. Additionally, the board extended the Collegiate Licensing Company contract for Husker Athletics product licensing through 2032 and approved an amendment to the Master Services Agreement with Open Doors Inc. to expand services related to name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities, increasing the contract value by up to $14.5 million. The board also approved special conditions related to a revocable permit with the USDA Agricultural Research Service for facilities at Nebraska Innovation Campus, involving long-term financial obligations and cost-sharing provisions. Several academic program eliminations and new program approvals were voted on, reflecting enrollment trends and workforce needs. Public comments raised concerns about student housing affordability and program cuts. The meeting concluded with a closed session on real estate and transaction negotiations.