University of Nebraska Board of Regents Special Meeting: September 1, 2026.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents held a special meeting on September 1, 2026, primarily focused on approving a significant governance and partnership transaction involving Nebraska Medicine. The board discussed the withdrawal of Clarkson Regional Health Services as a member and the integration of philanthropic organizations, including the Omaha Community Foundation, Walter Scott Family Foundation, and University of Nebraska Foundation, into Nebraska Medicine's governance structure. After extensive negotiations and review of detailed agreements, the board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the finalization and execution of definitive agreements to establish a shared governance model. This partnership aims to strengthen Nebraska Medicine's position as a world leader in health professions education and healthcare delivery, with anticipated positive impacts on the university system and the state. The meeting also included public comments addressing university concerns and expressions of support from state officials and stakeholders. The board voted to move forward with the transaction, marking a major decision for the university's future healthcare and philanthropic collaborations.