Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Dawn Elizabeth Belle Johnston’s organization
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Governors Approved Minutes
The meeting included student work presentations from the President and Board. Key governance actions included the rescinding and approval of revisions to the Board Bylaws, the President and Chair Emeritus Policy and Procedure, and Standing Committee Terms of Reference for the Advancement and Honorary Degree committees. The Board also reviewed the strategic planning process, including guiding principles and the composition of the steering committee. Activity reports were presented by the Board Chair and the President and CEO regarding community events, institutional visits, and external summits.
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The board meeting focused on key administrative and operational approvals, including the fiscal year 2027 operating budget, an updated information technology security policy, and revisions to board meeting schedules for 2026-2028. Significant policy changes were approved regarding presidential search, selection, and reappointment processes. Additionally, the board reviewed proposed amendments to board bylaws, received updates on academic activities such as teaching, hiring, and research, and heard reports from the Board Chair and the President and CEO.
Dec 9, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts Approved Minutes
The Board discussed and approved the new Philanthropic Naming Policy and Procedure, the 2024-2025 Annual Report to Government, the 2026-27 Tuition and Fees Proposal, and the Exceptional Tuition Increase proposal. The Board also delegated authority to the Finance and Audit Committee to approve the Investment Management Agreement. Additionally, the Board received updates on the Centennial goals and Indigenous Pathways reconciliation efforts, and heard reports from the President and CEO and the Board Chair.
Oct 21, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Governors Approved Minutes
The meeting included the approval of the agenda and several consent agenda items, such as the appointment of a new member to the Advancement Committee, which was ratified via an email vote in August 2025. Key discussions focused on the approval of the Alberta University of the Arts' audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025, noting a clean audit but a $350,000 deficit linked to administrative leave accruals and salary increases. The Board also approved changes to the Terms of Reference for the Governance and Human Resources, Honorary Degree, and Finance and Audit Committees to enhance clarity and reflect current practices. Furthermore, discussions covered establishing a plan for regular Board education sessions, reviewing student conduct reports including academic misconduct and gender-based sexual violence cases, updates on the AUArts Safety Campaign, and a presentation on the university's Centennial progress, including fundraising efforts. The President and CEO reported on discussions with the government regarding the Investment Management Agreement and potential Exceptional Tuition increase proposals, and noted a hold on a Continuing Education Professional Certificate in Generative AI pending further review.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
