By (Ullin, IL) April 17, 2026 – The Board of Trustees of Shawnee Community College held its regular monthly meeting on April 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM, on the main campus and via teleconference. Several agenda items were addressed during the meeting. Complete board meeting minutes are available for viewing by visiting this webpage.
Student Trustee
The Board ratified the election of Fred Klingeman as the Student Trustee effective April 15, 2026. The Board recognized the service of outgoing Student Trustee Landon Stafford.
Agenda and Consent Agenda
The Board approved the agenda and consent agenda which included approval of Regular Board meeting minutes from March 19, 2026; acceptance of the treasurer’s report; ratification of March bills; acceptance of the personnel report and commencement updates; approval of the academic year 2029 calendar; and amending of a board policy.
ACCT Impact & Success Award
The Board approved the submission of nomination materials to ACCT for its Impact and Success Award.
FY27 Dual Credit Tuition and Fee Waivers
The Board approved the FY27 dual credit tuition and fee waivers for integration into local dual credit partnership agreements.
Purchase Approvals
The Board approved the purchase of three grant-funded items: supportive learning furniture; a manual transmission semi-truck; and an automatic transmission semi-truck.
Contract Extension
The Board approved the extension of a service agreement which supports the College’s operational infrastructure.
Vice President Contract(s)
The Board approved the Vice President(s) employment contracts for FY2027.
Administrative/Employee Related
The Board was introduced to Trina Moore, Testing Center Assistant, and Nealey Jackson, ETS Academic Specialist. The report noted the employment of Nicole Guyor as the Bookstore Assistant. The report listed the resignations of Tracy Harris (effective March 13, 2026); Cheryl Cummins (effective July 3, 2026); and Kyle Smith (effective June 4, 2026). Previously approved full-time and part-time vacancies were also listed.